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Unborn Found To Be More Sensitive to Pollution

...others, suggesting exposure to secondhand smoke is especially dangerous for pregnant women. These results raise serious concern,say researchers and they caution that fetal susceptibility to DNA damage from air pollution, including motor vehicle emissions and secondhand smoke, has important implications for can...

Foods Rich In Flavonoids Effective In Prevention Of Cough

...e the incidence of chronic respiratory symptoms -- especially cough with phlegm.// Researchers studied more than 570 patients who experienced cough with phlegm and more than 44,000 patients without the respiratory problem. Participants were given a food frequency questionnaire to determine if certain foods we...

The Efficacy Of Newer Stents Questioned

...e safety and effectiveness of drug-eluting stents, especially in patients considered at high risk of complications....

Calcium-rich Diet Good For Youngsters

...re iron and zinc. Eating foods rich in calcium is especially important for growing because about 40 percent of bone mass is formed during adolescence. Girls who increase their calcium intake may protect themselves from bone loss and osteoporosis later in life, and they could even help ensure they reach their f...

Cardiac – Rehabilitation Programs Beneficial for Heart Patient

...ore needs to be done to help heart attack patients especially women and older people overcome barriers to rehab attendance as increased participation in cardiac rehabilitation could lead to improved survival among a large proportion of patients with MI [myocardial infarction]....

High Fiber Diet Found To Protect The Heart

...American Heart Association that eating more fiber, especially water-soluble fiber,// is beneficial to your heart. A number of studies have found a connection between dietary fiber intake and the reduction of heart disease. In the current study, researchers focused on the relationship of total and soluble dieta...

The Risks Of Vitamin D Deficiency

... vitamin D deficiency was seen in young persons -- especially women of childbearing age.The risks involved with vitamin D deficiency include women giving birth to children with adverse fetal effects or neonatal illnesses, young adults not developing optimal bone mass, and older adults experiencing osteoporotic ...

The Benefits Of Soy

...with the body's own estrogen, therefore making soy especially beneficial for women who haven't reached menopause. In one study researchers say they found that monkeys that fed on a soy-based diet had better cholesterol levels compared to monkeys who ate a diet of milk and animal protein. Specifically, in monke...

New Drug Effective for Low Blood Pressure

...l lessens with age, making orthostatic hypotension especially common in those over age 70. Common causes of the condition include diabetes, autonomic neuropathy, multiple system atrophy, pure autonomic failure, and Parkinson's disease. Drugs used to control blood pressure are often catalysts for orthostatic hyp...

Hormone Therapy Could Increase Ones Risk For Breast Cancer

...er. The effect of hormone replacement therapy was especially high in the oldest age bracket. Women between ages 70 and 79 experienced a nearly three-fold increase in breast density compared to younger women, presumably because their breast tissue was less dense to begin with. Researchers say these findings ar...

Valerian was first epilepsy drug

...ped valerian's use as an antiepileptic drug waned, especially as it smelt and tasted awful. "As they dry, exposed valerian roots ... develop a characteristic offensive odour resembling that of sweaty socks or dirty underwear," Eadie told ABC Science Online. This is due to formation of isovaleric acid, believ...

Improving Fertility In Patients With Cervical Cancer

...an be a severe blow to a patient’s quality of life especially since cervical cancer is diagnosed during reproductive years. Thus researchers conclude saying that ovarian autotransplantation will likely be a realistic goal for cervical cancer patients but they suggest a longer follow-up to their study to determi...

Heavy Computer Use May Result In Glaucoma

...se may increase the risk of developing glaucoma,// especially in near-sighted people, according to a new study. Researchers in Japan evaluated the sight of workers in four different Japanese companies, employing over 5,000 people each. A random sample of 10,000 workers, with an average age of 43, was selected ...

Walnuts Could Aid Patients With Diabetes

... polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids into the diet especially for people with diabetes because they're a simple snack food, which is an integral component of managing the diet in diabetes....

Prostate Cancer Treatment Can Increase The Risk For Osteoporosis

...are older, smoke, or suffer from alcoholism are at especially high risk. For the study the records of 184 prostate cancer patients were reviewed to determine if their doctors ordered bone mineral density tests to assess for osteoporosis or prescribed drugs to treat the disease. Results showed only about 15 per...

Acupunture relieves pain and improves function in knee Osteoarthritis

...ture's possible mechanisms and potential benefits, especially in treating painful conditions such as arthritis.Acupuncture provides pain relief and improves function for people with osteoarthritis of the knee and serves as an effective complement to Normal care. Courtesy NIH Web site at http://nccam.nih.gov...

Stopping The Growth Of Viruses

...nce has a history of slow acceptance of new ideas, especially concepts that are “outside of the box.” In conclusion researchers say results of this research could have huge implications for patients diagnosed with AIDS and, now, other viruses, as well....

Stopping The Growth Of Viruses

...nce has a history of slow acceptance of new ideas, especially concepts that are “outside of the box.” In conclusion researchers say results of this research could have huge implications for patients diagnosed with AIDS and, now, other viruses, as well....

Risk Of Developing Infections High In Patients Who Suffer From Abdominal Trauma

Patients undergoing surgery for abdominal trauma, especially from gunshot wounds or blunt force are at risk for developing infections // in the abdomen after surgery show results of a recent study. The records of 762 patients with abdominal trauma who underwent surgery and were admitted to a trauma center bet...

Exercise Good For Patients With Diabetes and Heart Disease

...ay older people can benefit greatly from exercise, especially to reduce their risk for developing metabolic syndrome....

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