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** ALCOHOL / ADDICTION / ILLEGAL DRUGS News **
1 in 10 older teens misuse Rx painkillers & sedatives, ER study reveals
http://mnt.to/l/4hHb
If confirmed, findings suggest an opportunity to screen for prescription drug abuse risk -- and reduce potential for addiction or overdoseWith prescription drug abuse at epidemic levels...
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** ALZHEIMER'S / DEMENTIA News **
Alzheimer's patients at increased risk for heart disease but it often goes untreated
http://mnt.to/l/4hHF
Persons with Alzheimer's disease suffer from ischaemic heart diseases more frequently than others, yet they undergo related procedures and surgery less frequently than persons with no diagnosed...
New hope for Alzheimer's disease offered by S14G-humanin
http://mnt.to/l/4hHD
Humanin is a potential therapeutic agent for Alzheimer's disease, and its derivative, S14G-humanin, is 1 000-fold stronger in its neuroprotective effect against Alzheimer's disease-relevant...
Link between RNA build-up and dementia, motor neuron disease
http://mnt.to/l/4hHs
A new toxic entity associated with genetically inherited forms of dementia and motor neuron disease has been identified by scientists at the UCL Institute of Neurology.
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** AUTISM News **
Earlier identification of autism
http://mnt.to/l/4hH3
How early can you diagnose autism? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends screening children beginning at 18 months, but research suggests subtle warning signs may be apparent even...
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** BIOLOGY / BIOCHEMISTRY News **
HIV vaccine clue found in structure of key infection protein
http://mnt.to/l/4hK3
With cutting-edge techniques, scientists have uncovered the detailed atomic structure of the Env trimer protein largely responsible for helping HIV enter and infect human cells.
Events coordination during embryogenesis
http://mnt.to/l/4hJk
A new study by Weill Cornell Medical College scientists reveals a mechanism through which the expression of genes is controlled - a finding that highlights genetic mutations that can impair the...
Newly identified protein could be a cancer key
http://mnt.to/l/4hHM
Scientists at the University of Dundee have identified a protein that could be key in the fight against cancer.
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** BLOOD / HEMATOLOGY News **
US malaria cases reach highest in 40 years
http://mnt.to/l/4hKK
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals the number of malaria cases in the US has reached a 40-year high, with nearly all cases acquired abroad.
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** BONES / ORTHOPEDICS News **
Tendon repair improved by novel technique for suturing tissue-engineered collagen graft
http://mnt.to/l/4hHT
The repair of ruptured tendons often requires the use of a graft to bridge gaps between the torn tendon and bone.
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** CANCER / ONCOLOGY News **
Newly identified protein could be a cancer key
http://mnt.to/l/4hHM
Scientists at the University of Dundee have identified a protein that could be key in the fight against cancer.
Oncologists improve quality of care for cancer patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hHc
A pilot initiative conducted at Mount Sinai Hospital offers compelling evidence that establishing standardized criteria for calling a palliative care consultation improves the quality of care...
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** CARDIOVASCULAR / CARDIOLOGY News **
4EVER and PEACE results confirm superiority of BIOTRONIK Pulsar Stent
http://mnt.to/l/4hJS
BIOTRONIK, a leading manufacturer of cardio- and endovascular medical technology, announced the results from two independent clinical studies concerning their Pulsar-18 self-expanding stent...
Medtronic CoreValve U.S. Pivotal Trial results reveal positive outcomes for patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hJb
Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) has announced the highly anticipated results from the CoreValve U.S. Pivotal Trial, the first U.S. data presented on the Medtronic CoreValve® System.
The Medicines Company's EUROMAX trial of Angiox(r) (bivalirudin) in heart attack meets all prespecified endpoints
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ7
The Medicines Company (NASDAQ: MDCO) today announced results from the EUROMAX Trial, a 2,218 patient Phase IIIb randomized study of the Company's Angiox® (bivalirudin), which is marketed...
Results of the TRYTON trial: bare metal stent in side branch for true bifurcation coronary lesions
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ5
A clinical trial designed to measure the effectiveness of using a dedicated side branch-covering bare metal stent in true bifurcation coronary lesions found that that the strategy was safe, but...
Shorter-term dual antiplatelet therapy after receiving drug-releasing stent does not worsen outcomes
http://mnt.to/l/4hHW
Short-term (3 months) vs. long-term (12 months) dual antiÂplatelet therapy did not result in poorer outcomes on certain measures (death, heart attack, stroke, and bleeding) for patients with...
Bivalirudin for heart attack soon to be available for emergency teams and ambulances
http://mnt.to/l/4hHx
A new strategy for emergency anticoagulant treatment for patients with acute myocardial infarction has been put in place by a team led by Philippe-Gabriel Steg at Inserm Unit 698 (Haemostasis...
Women may benefit from radial rather than femoral access during cardiac catheterization
http://mnt.to/l/4hH9
A clinical trial conducted exclusively in women suggests that an initial strategy of using the radial artery in the arm as the entry point for cardiac catheterization or percutaneous coronary...
Heart attack season survival tips - learn how to keep your heart healthy during the winter months
http://mnt.to/l/4hFH
While we may be accustomed to battling frigid temperatures and the inevitable snow storms that arrive every winter, many of us are unaware of the dangers these pose to our hearts.
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** CLINICAL TRIALS / DRUG TRIALS News **
New data continue to show significant and sustained blood pressure reduction with Boston Scientific Vessix<sup>™</sup> Renal Denervation System
http://mnt.to/l/4hJJ
Patients treated with the Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) Vessix™ Renal Denervation System experienced a significant and sustained reduction in blood pressure, according to new data...
Computers offer better control of coma patients' brains
http://mnt.to/l/4hJq
Coma patients may soon have their anesthesia controlled by a computer - MIT scientists have developed a device that automatically controls the depth of drug-induced coma.
The Medicines Company's EUROMAX trial of Angiox(r) (bivalirudin) in heart attack meets all prespecified endpoints
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ7
The Medicines Company (NASDAQ: MDCO) today announced results from the EUROMAX Trial, a 2,218 patient Phase IIIb randomized study of the Company's Angiox® (bivalirudin), which is marketed...
Experimental drug MK-3475 shows promise in lung cancer
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ6
An experimental new cancer drug called MK-3475, which has shown dramatic promise for treating melanoma is also showing early potential as an effective treatment for patients with non-small cell...
New drug 'safe and effective' for Parkinson's psychosis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHY
A new drug called pimavanserin was proven effective in a phase III clinical trial for reducing psychotic symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease, researchers say.
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** COLORECTAL CANCER News **
Biomarkers identified that could lead to early diagnosis of colorectal cancer
http://mnt.to/l/4hHt
Diagnosing colorectal cancer (CRC) is complex; it relies on significant invasive tests and subjective evaluations.
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** COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE News **
Prostate cancer survivors fight fatigue with Qigong
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ8
The flowing movements and meditative exercises of the mind-body activity Qigong may help survivors of prostate cancer to combat fatigue. These are the findings of a trial study led by Dr.
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** DENTISTRY News **
Newly revised guidelines from the American Association of Endodontists may help to save traumatized teeth
http://mnt.to/l/4hJc
Teeth affected by a traumatic injury can often be saved, and newly revised guidelines from the American Association of Endodontists can help dental professionals quickly determine the best...
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** DIABETES News **
Two peptides better than 1 in targeting diabetes, obesity
http://mnt.to/l/4hHK
Researchers at Indiana University and international collaborators have published results showing that a molecule combining the properties of two endocrine hormones is an effective treatment for...
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** ENDOCRINOLOGY News **
Estrogen protects women with NASH from severe liver fibrosis
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ4
New research suggests that estrogen protects women with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) from severe liver fibrosis.
New approach spots deadly hormone imbalances in end-stage kidney disease patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hHN
A new testing method can better detect potentially fatal hormone imbalances in patients with end-stage kidney disease, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine...
Two peptides better than 1 in targeting diabetes, obesity
http://mnt.to/l/4hHK
Researchers at Indiana University and international collaborators have published results showing that a molecule combining the properties of two endocrine hormones is an effective treatment for...
Hormone levels may predict survival rate in older patients with acute illness
http://mnt.to/l/4hHv
Older individuals hospitalized with a serious condition may face a slimmer risk of surviving if their thyroid hormone levels are low, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The...
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** EYE HEALTH / BLINDNESS News **
Boosting bionic eyes with a gentle touch
http://mnt.to/l/4hJV
People fitted with bionic eyes may struggle to understand what they are 'seeing,' especially at first. Giving additional sensory information, such as a gentle touch, may help.
"Smart glasses" with new object recognition technology will help registered blind people navigate unfamiliar places
http://mnt.to/l/4hHS
A pair of "smart glasses" could help registered blind and partially sighted people navigate public places by translating signs into audible speech.
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** GENETICS News **
Events coordination during embryogenesis
http://mnt.to/l/4hJk
A new study by Weill Cornell Medical College scientists reveals a mechanism through which the expression of genes is controlled - a finding that highlights genetic mutations that can impair the...
Biomarkers identified that could lead to early diagnosis of colorectal cancer
http://mnt.to/l/4hHt
Diagnosing colorectal cancer (CRC) is complex; it relies on significant invasive tests and subjective evaluations.
Link between RNA build-up and dementia, motor neuron disease
http://mnt.to/l/4hHs
A new toxic entity associated with genetically inherited forms of dementia and motor neuron disease has been identified by scientists at the UCL Institute of Neurology.
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** HEARING / DEAFNESS News **
Prenatal exposure to music leads to long-lasting changes in the brain after birth
http://mnt.to/l/4hHz
Playing music while you're pregnant may influence your child's auditory system, according to new research published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Eino Partanen and colleagues at the...
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** HEART DISEASE News **
4EVER and PEACE results confirm superiority of BIOTRONIK Pulsar Stent
http://mnt.to/l/4hJS
BIOTRONIK, a leading manufacturer of cardio- and endovascular medical technology, announced the results from two independent clinical studies concerning their Pulsar-18 self-expanding stent...
Results of the TRYTON trial: bare metal stent in side branch for true bifurcation coronary lesions
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ5
A clinical trial designed to measure the effectiveness of using a dedicated side branch-covering bare metal stent in true bifurcation coronary lesions found that that the strategy was safe, but...
Treatment not associated with atherosclerosis in HIV patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hHZ
HIV infection, not antiretroviral therapy (ART), is associated with risk for atherosclerosis in patients with no history of smoking, particularly those infected for eight years or more.
Shorter-term dual antiplatelet therapy after receiving drug-releasing stent does not worsen outcomes
http://mnt.to/l/4hHW
Short-term (3 months) vs. long-term (12 months) dual antiÂplatelet therapy did not result in poorer outcomes on certain measures (death, heart attack, stroke, and bleeding) for patients with...
Alzheimer's patients at increased risk for heart disease but it often goes untreated
http://mnt.to/l/4hHF
Persons with Alzheimer's disease suffer from ischaemic heart diseases more frequently than others, yet they undergo related procedures and surgery less frequently than persons with no diagnosed...
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** HIV / AIDS News **
HIV vaccine clue found in structure of key infection protein
http://mnt.to/l/4hK3
With cutting-edge techniques, scientists have uncovered the detailed atomic structure of the Env trimer protein largely responsible for helping HIV enter and infect human cells.
Treatment not associated with atherosclerosis in HIV patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hHZ
HIV infection, not antiretroviral therapy (ART), is associated with risk for atherosclerosis in patients with no history of smoking, particularly those infected for eight years or more.
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** IMMUNE SYSTEM / VACCINES News **
Treatment not associated with atherosclerosis in HIV patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hHZ
HIV infection, not antiretroviral therapy (ART), is associated with risk for atherosclerosis in patients with no history of smoking, particularly those infected for eight years or more.
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** INFECTIOUS DISEASES / BACTERIA / VIRUSES News **
Earlier detection of meningitis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHy
Researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine have found a more accurate method to screen for bacterial meningococcal infection in its early stages, when it's hardest to detect.
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** LIVER DISEASE / HEPATITIS News **
Estrogen protects women with NASH from severe liver fibrosis
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ4
New research suggests that estrogen protects women with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) from severe liver fibrosis.
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** LUNG CANCER News **
Experimental drug MK-3475 shows promise in lung cancer
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ6
An experimental new cancer drug called MK-3475, which has shown dramatic promise for treating melanoma is also showing early potential as an effective treatment for patients with non-small cell...
Brits unaware of symptoms of world's biggest cancer killer, lung cancer, according to new global survey
http://mnt.to/l/4hHX
More than one in five people are unable to name any symptoms of the world's biggest cancer killer, according to a survey published to mark the start of Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
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** MEDICAL DEVICES / DIAGNOSTICS News **
Boosting bionic eyes with a gentle touch
http://mnt.to/l/4hJV
People fitted with bionic eyes may struggle to understand what they are 'seeing,' especially at first. Giving additional sensory information, such as a gentle touch, may help.
4EVER and PEACE results confirm superiority of BIOTRONIK Pulsar Stent
http://mnt.to/l/4hJS
BIOTRONIK, a leading manufacturer of cardio- and endovascular medical technology, announced the results from two independent clinical studies concerning their Pulsar-18 self-expanding stent...
New data continue to show significant and sustained blood pressure reduction with Boston Scientific Vessix<sup>™</sup> Renal Denervation System
http://mnt.to/l/4hJJ
Patients treated with the Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) Vessix™ Renal Denervation System experienced a significant and sustained reduction in blood pressure, according to new data...
Computers offer better control of coma patients' brains
http://mnt.to/l/4hJq
Coma patients may soon have their anesthesia controlled by a computer - MIT scientists have developed a device that automatically controls the depth of drug-induced coma.
Medtronic CoreValve U.S. Pivotal Trial results reveal positive outcomes for patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hJb
Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) has announced the highly anticipated results from the CoreValve U.S. Pivotal Trial, the first U.S. data presented on the Medtronic CoreValve® System.
"Smart glasses" with new object recognition technology will help registered blind people navigate unfamiliar places
http://mnt.to/l/4hHS
A pair of "smart glasses" could help registered blind and partially sighted people navigate public places by translating signs into audible speech.
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** MRSA / DRUG RESISTANCE News **
Multi-resistant bacteria defeated by new substance
http://mnt.to/l/4hHC
In Europe alone, more than 25,000 people die each year from infections caused by multi-resistant bacteria.
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** NEUROLOGY / NEUROSCIENCE News **
Computers offer better control of coma patients' brains
http://mnt.to/l/4hJq
Coma patients may soon have their anesthesia controlled by a computer - MIT scientists have developed a device that automatically controls the depth of drug-induced coma.
Drug may reduce chronic pain for spinal cord injuries
http://mnt.to/l/4hJg
Researchers have discovered that a known neurotoxin may cause chronic pain in people who suffer from paralysis, and a drug that has been shown to remove the toxin might be used to treat the pain.
Identifying which children with diplegic and hemiplegic cerebral palsy will benefit from rehabilitation
http://mnt.to/l/4hHR
Improving standing balance in children with cerebral palsy is crucial to improve cognitive and motor functions.
Infant brains tuned to observation of other people's actions
http://mnt.to/l/4hHB
Infant brains are surprisingly sensitive to other people's movements, according to new research published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, by Joni Saby and colleagues at Temple University...
Prenatal exposure to music leads to long-lasting changes in the brain after birth
http://mnt.to/l/4hHz
Playing music while you're pregnant may influence your child's auditory system, according to new research published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Eino Partanen and colleagues at the...
Earlier detection of meningitis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHy
Researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine have found a more accurate method to screen for bacterial meningococcal infection in its early stages, when it's hardest to detect.
Link between RNA build-up and dementia, motor neuron disease
http://mnt.to/l/4hHs
A new toxic entity associated with genetically inherited forms of dementia and motor neuron disease has been identified by scientists at the UCL Institute of Neurology.
Poor neural processing of sound linked to lower maternal education
http://mnt.to/l/4hH6
Groundbreaking research nearly two decades ago linking a mother's educational background to her children's literacy and cognitive abilities stands out among decades of social science studies...
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** NUTRITION / DIET News **
Teens who eat lots of chocolate tend to be slimmer
http://mnt.to/l/4hK2
Spanish study of European adolescents finds that high chocolate consumption is linked to lower levels of total and central fatness, as estimated by BMI and other measures.
A high protein diet and meal replacements can reduce rebound weight gain
http://mnt.to/l/4hJT
New research shows that there are several effective strategies available to people wanting to avoid regaining weight after a successful diet.
Association between preterm birth in non-white mothers and low vitamin D levels during pregnancy
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ3
African-American and Puerto Rican women who have low levels of vitamin D during pregnancy are more likely to go into labor early and give birth to preterm babies, research led by the University...
Sugary drink tax of 20% 'could reduce obesity'
http://mnt.to/l/4hHn
A 20% tax on sugar-sweetened drinks may help to tackle high consumption and reduce obesity, say UK researchers. They note the tax could subsidize food with health benefits.
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** OBESITY / WEIGHT LOSS / FITNESS News **
Teens who eat lots of chocolate tend to be slimmer
http://mnt.to/l/4hK2
Spanish study of European adolescents finds that high chocolate consumption is linked to lower levels of total and central fatness, as estimated by BMI and other measures.
A high protein diet and meal replacements can reduce rebound weight gain
http://mnt.to/l/4hJT
New research shows that there are several effective strategies available to people wanting to avoid regaining weight after a successful diet.
Two peptides better than 1 in targeting diabetes, obesity
http://mnt.to/l/4hHK
Researchers at Indiana University and international collaborators have published results showing that a molecule combining the properties of two endocrine hormones is an effective treatment for...
Sugary drink tax of 20% 'could reduce obesity'
http://mnt.to/l/4hHn
A 20% tax on sugar-sweetened drinks may help to tackle high consumption and reduce obesity, say UK researchers. They note the tax could subsidize food with health benefits.
Association between weight at time of diagnosis and prostate cancer mortality
http://mnt.to/l/4hH8
Men who are overweight or obese when they are diagnosed with prostate cancer are more likely to die from the disease than men who are of healthy weight, according to a Kaiser Permanente study...
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** PAIN / ANESTHETICS News **
Better use of lighting in hospital rooms may improve patients' health
http://mnt.to/l/4hJn
A new study suggests that changing the lighting patterns in hospital rooms so that they're more aligned with normal sleep-wake cycles could help patients feel better with less fatigue and pain.
Drug may reduce chronic pain for spinal cord injuries
http://mnt.to/l/4hJg
Researchers have discovered that a known neurotoxin may cause chronic pain in people who suffer from paralysis, and a drug that has been shown to remove the toxin might be used to treat the pain.
1 in 10 older teens misuse Rx painkillers & sedatives, ER study reveals
http://mnt.to/l/4hHb
If confirmed, findings suggest an opportunity to screen for prescription drug abuse risk -- and reduce potential for addiction or overdoseWith prescription drug abuse at epidemic levels...
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** PALLIATIVE CARE / HOSPICE CARE News **
Oncologists improve quality of care for cancer patients
http://mnt.to/l/4hHc
A pilot initiative conducted at Mount Sinai Hospital offers compelling evidence that establishing standardized criteria for calling a palliative care consultation improves the quality of care...
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** PARKINSON'S DISEASE News **
New drug 'safe and effective' for Parkinson's psychosis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHY
A new drug called pimavanserin was proven effective in a phase III clinical trial for reducing psychotic symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease, researchers say.
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** PEDIATRICS / CHILDREN'S HEALTH News **
Teens who eat lots of chocolate tend to be slimmer
http://mnt.to/l/4hK2
Spanish study of European adolescents finds that high chocolate consumption is linked to lower levels of total and central fatness, as estimated by BMI and other measures.
Leading children's charities unite to raise concerns over threat to child mortality data, UK
http://mnt.to/l/4hJR
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, alongside leading charities including the NSPCC, NCB and the Lullaby Trust are voicing their concerns at the possibility that key data on child...
Action on bike helmet legislation needed in time for 2014 season says the Canadian Paediatric Society
http://mnt.to/l/4hJf
All provinces and territories must legislate bicycle helmet use for all ages, says the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) in a position statement released today.
Identifying which children with diplegic and hemiplegic cerebral palsy will benefit from rehabilitation
http://mnt.to/l/4hHR
Improving standing balance in children with cerebral palsy is crucial to improve cognitive and motor functions.
Infant brains tuned to observation of other people's actions
http://mnt.to/l/4hHB
Infant brains are surprisingly sensitive to other people's movements, according to new research published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, by Joni Saby and colleagues at Temple University...
Earlier detection of meningitis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHy
Researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine have found a more accurate method to screen for bacterial meningococcal infection in its early stages, when it's hardest to detect.
Increase in child sexual abuse via the internet
http://mnt.to/l/4hHp
Sexual abuse of children and adolescents can have serious health consequences for victims.
1 in 10 older teens misuse Rx painkillers & sedatives, ER study reveals
http://mnt.to/l/4hHb
If confirmed, findings suggest an opportunity to screen for prescription drug abuse risk -- and reduce potential for addiction or overdoseWith prescription drug abuse at epidemic levels...
Poor neural processing of sound linked to lower maternal education
http://mnt.to/l/4hH6
Groundbreaking research nearly two decades ago linking a mother's educational background to her children's literacy and cognitive abilities stands out among decades of social science studies...
Enterocystoplasty safe and effective for children with genitourinary abnormalities
http://mnt.to/l/4hH4
Enterocystoplasty is a good surgical option with a low rate of severe complications in the treatment of children who were born with developmental abnormalities of the genitourinary system...
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** PREGNANCY / OBSTETRICS News **
Association between preterm birth in non-white mothers and low vitamin D levels during pregnancy
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ3
African-American and Puerto Rican women who have low levels of vitamin D during pregnancy are more likely to go into labor early and give birth to preterm babies, research led by the University...
Prenatal exposure to music leads to long-lasting changes in the brain after birth
http://mnt.to/l/4hHz
Playing music while you're pregnant may influence your child's auditory system, according to new research published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Eino Partanen and colleagues at the...
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** PROSTATE / PROSTATE CANCER News **
Prostate cancer survivors fight fatigue with Qigong
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ8
The flowing movements and meditative exercises of the mind-body activity Qigong may help survivors of prostate cancer to combat fatigue. These are the findings of a trial study led by Dr.
Association between weight at time of diagnosis and prostate cancer mortality
http://mnt.to/l/4hH8
Men who are overweight or obese when they are diagnosed with prostate cancer are more likely to die from the disease than men who are of healthy weight, according to a Kaiser Permanente study...
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** PSYCHOLOGY / PSYCHIATRY News **
Being divorced, single increases risk of death from preventable accidents
http://mnt.to/l/4hJm
Divorced people are more likely to die from preventable accidents than married counterparts, according to a new study from sociologists at Rice University and the University of Pennsylvania.
New drug 'safe and effective' for Parkinson's psychosis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHY
A new drug called pimavanserin was proven effective in a phase III clinical trial for reducing psychotic symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease, researchers say.
Study looks at left-handedness and psychosis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHH
Researchers have long studied the connections between hand dominance and different aspects of the human brain.
Time of day affects morality
http://mnt.to/l/4hHG
Our ability to exhibit self-control to avoid cheating or lying is significantly reduced over the course of a day, making us more likely to be dishonest in the afternoon than in the morning...
Study explores intimate partner violence across generations
http://mnt.to/l/4hHw
Most parents who experienced intimate partner violence had children that grew to face violence in their own adult relationships, according to a study published by the Crime Victims' Institute at...
Increase in child sexual abuse via the internet
http://mnt.to/l/4hHp
Sexual abuse of children and adolescents can have serious health consequences for victims.
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** PUBLIC HEALTH News **
Better use of lighting in hospital rooms may improve patients' health
http://mnt.to/l/4hJn
A new study suggests that changing the lighting patterns in hospital rooms so that they're more aligned with normal sleep-wake cycles could help patients feel better with less fatigue and pain.
Being divorced, single increases risk of death from preventable accidents
http://mnt.to/l/4hJm
Divorced people are more likely to die from preventable accidents than married counterparts, according to a new study from sociologists at Rice University and the University of Pennsylvania.
Racism linked with gun ownership and opposition to gun control in white Americans
http://mnt.to/l/4hHP
A new study has found that higher levels of racism in white Americans is associated with having a gun in the home and greater opposition to gun control policies.
Bivalirudin for heart attack soon to be available for emergency teams and ambulances
http://mnt.to/l/4hHx
A new strategy for emergency anticoagulant treatment for patients with acute myocardial infarction has been put in place by a team led by Philippe-Gabriel Steg at Inserm Unit 698 (Haemostasis...
Study explores intimate partner violence across generations
http://mnt.to/l/4hHw
Most parents who experienced intimate partner violence had children that grew to face violence in their own adult relationships, according to a study published by the Crime Victims' Institute at...
Hormone levels may predict survival rate in older patients with acute illness
http://mnt.to/l/4hHv
Older individuals hospitalized with a serious condition may face a slimmer risk of surviving if their thyroid hormone levels are low, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The...
Sugary drink tax of 20% 'could reduce obesity'
http://mnt.to/l/4hHn
A 20% tax on sugar-sweetened drinks may help to tackle high consumption and reduce obesity, say UK researchers. They note the tax could subsidize food with health benefits.
Poor neural processing of sound linked to lower maternal education
http://mnt.to/l/4hH6
Groundbreaking research nearly two decades ago linking a mother's educational background to her children's literacy and cognitive abilities stands out among decades of social science studies...
Heart attack season survival tips - learn how to keep your heart healthy during the winter months
http://mnt.to/l/4hFH
While we may be accustomed to battling frigid temperatures and the inevitable snow storms that arrive every winter, many of us are unaware of the dangers these pose to our hearts.
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** REHABILITATION / PHYSICAL THERAPY News **
Identifying which children with diplegic and hemiplegic cerebral palsy will benefit from rehabilitation
http://mnt.to/l/4hHR
Improving standing balance in children with cerebral palsy is crucial to improve cognitive and motor functions.
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** SCHIZOPHRENIA News **
Study looks at left-handedness and psychosis
http://mnt.to/l/4hHH
Researchers have long studied the connections between hand dominance and different aspects of the human brain.
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** SENIORS / AGING News **
Prostate cancer survivors fight fatigue with Qigong
http://mnt.to/l/4hJ8
The flowing movements and meditative exercises of the mind-body activity Qigong may help survivors of prostate cancer to combat fatigue. These are the findings of a trial study led by Dr.
Hormone levels may predict survival rate in older patients with acute illness
http://mnt.to/l/4hHv
Older individuals hospitalized with a serious condition may face a slimmer risk of surviving if their thyroid hormone levels are low, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The...
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** SEXUAL HEALTH / STDS News **
Increase in child sexual abuse via the internet
http://mnt.to/l/4hHp
Sexual abuse of children and adolescents can have serious health consequences for victims.
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** SLEEP / SLEEP DISORDERS / INSOMNIA News **
Better use of lighting in hospital rooms may improve patients' health
http://mnt.to/l/4hJn
A new study suggests that changing the lighting patterns in hospital rooms so that they're more aligned with normal sleep-wake cycles could help patients feel better with less fatigue and pain.
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** STROKE News **
Medtronic CoreValve U.S. Pivotal Trial results reveal positive outcomes for patients
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Medtronic, Inc. (NYSE: MDT) has announced the highly anticipated results from the CoreValve U.S. Pivotal Trial, the first U.S. data presented on the Medtronic CoreValve® System.
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** TROPICAL DISEASES News **
US malaria cases reach highest in 40 years
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A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals the number of malaria cases in the US has reached a 40-year high, with nearly all cases acquired abroad.
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** TUBERCULOSIS News **
First new TB drug in fifty years risks being squandered without better research and pricing strategies
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Without a new approach to developing and pricing new tuberculosis medicines, the global TB response will be unable to deliver the new treatment combinations needed to adequately treat the...
Scientists verify the presence of tuberculosis from 7,000 years ago
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Tuberculosis was present in Europe as early as 7000 years ago, according to new research published October 30th in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, by Muriel Masson and colleagues at the...
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** UROLOGY / NEPHROLOGY News **
New data continue to show significant and sustained blood pressure reduction with Boston Scientific Vessix<sup>™</sup> Renal Denervation System
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Patients treated with the Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) Vessix™ Renal Denervation System experienced a significant and sustained reduction in blood pressure, according to new data...
New approach spots deadly hormone imbalances in end-stage kidney disease patients
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A new testing method can better detect potentially fatal hormone imbalances in patients with end-stage kidney disease, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine...
Enterocystoplasty safe and effective for children with genitourinary abnormalities
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Enterocystoplasty is a good surgical option with a low rate of severe complications in the treatment of children who were born with developmental abnormalities of the genitourinary system...
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** VASCULAR News **
Shorter-term dual antiplatelet therapy after receiving drug-releasing stent does not worsen outcomes
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Short-term (3 months) vs. long-term (12 months) dual antiÂplatelet therapy did not result in poorer outcomes on certain measures (death, heart attack, stroke, and bleeding) for patients with...
Minimally invasive procedures for vascular diseases
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Loyola University Medical Center interventional cardiologist Robert Dieter, MD, is co-editor of a new authoritative textbook on minimally invasive endovascular techniques to treat vascular...
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** WOMEN'S HEALTH / GYNECOLOGY News **
Women may benefit from radial rather than femoral access during cardiac catheterization
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A clinical trial conducted exclusively in women suggests that an initial strategy of using the radial artery in the arm as the entry point for cardiac catheterization or percutaneous coronary...
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