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Welcome to today's Medical News Today newsletter, containing the most recent headlines from your chosen news categories.
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** ADHD News **
Surprising research results reveal brain regions thought to be uniquely human share many similarities with monkeys
http://mnt.to/l/4kfg
New research suggests a surprising degree of similarity in the organization of regions of the brain that control language and complex thought processes in humans and monkeys.
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** ALLERGY News **
Exposure to peanuts builds immunity in allergic children
http://mnt.to/l/4kgn
Children allergic to peanuts who received oral immunotherapy - gradually building tolerance by consuming peanut protein - consumed the equivalent of five peanuts safely.
First ever genome-wide association study of combined phenotype may allow for improved identification of variants associated with asthma-with-hay fever
http://mnt.to/l/4kft
23andMe, the leading personal genetics company, has participated in the first ever genome-wide association study of the combined asthma-with-hay fever phenotype.
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** ALZHEIMER'S / DEMENTIA News **
Diabetes and high estrogen levels raise dementia risk for women
http://mnt.to/l/4kdX
Women aged 65 and over who have both diabetes and high estrogen levels are 14 times more likely to develop dementia than women who have neither condition.
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** ANXIETY / STRESS News **
Stress reduces when shared
http://mnt.to/l/4kgx
Talking with someone who shared a similar emotional state while undergoing the same challenging event reduced levels of stress hormones in participants from a new study.
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** BONES / ORTHOPEDICS News **
Vitamin D supplements: are they really good for our health?
http://mnt.to/l/4khx
Studies claim that vitamin D supplements offer extra health benefits, such as reducing pain and depression, while others challenge this belief. We look at these studies in detail.
Culprit behind skeletal muscle disease found
http://mnt.to/l/4kfF
Mutations in a protein that is vital for proper muscle function can cause skeletal muscle disease, a new study finds.
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** BREAST CANCER News **
Recommendations on breast abnormalities 'may need to be revised'
http://mnt.to/l/4kfw
A new study challenges the current clinical guidelines for management of a type of atypical lobular hyperplasia - a kind of breast tissue abnormality.
In certain breast cancers, melatonin shows potential to slow tumor growth
http://mnt.to/l/4kfn
An early stage study shows melatonin - a hormone that regulates the body's sleep and awake cycles - may have the potential to help slow the growth of certain breast cancer tumors, according to...
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** CANCER / ONCOLOGY News **
New study finds link between slow reaction time and early death
http://mnt.to/l/4kgd
Could reaction time tests be used to monitor health and survival? Researchers have found that middle-aged people who have slow reaction times have a higher risk of early death.
Provectus announces PV-10's assessment for drug-drug interaction potential
http://mnt.to/l/4kfP
Provectus Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., a development-stage oncology and dermatology biopharmaceutical company, and XenoTech, a preclinical CRO and pioneer in collaborative research surrounding in...
Mouse model demonstrates role for metabolic enzyme in acute myeloid leukemia
http://mnt.to/l/4kfK
In recent years, mutations in two metabolic enzymes, isocitrate dehydrogenase-1 and 2 (IDH1 and IDH2), have been identified in approximately 20 percent of all acute myeloid leukemias (AML).
Classification system for bladder cancer prognosis
http://mnt.to/l/4kfG
Researchers at Lund University have developed a classification system to determine the prognosis for bladder cancer.
Recommendations on breast abnormalities 'may need to be revised'
http://mnt.to/l/4kfw
A new study challenges the current clinical guidelines for management of a type of atypical lobular hyperplasia - a kind of breast tissue abnormality.
Cancer tumors safely targeted by DNA-built nanostructures
http://mnt.to/l/4kf3
A team of researchers at the University of Toronto has discovered a method of assembling "building blocks" of gold nanoparticles as the vehicle to deliver cancer medications or...
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** CARDIOVASCULAR / CARDIOLOGY News **
Discovery of new operating principle of potassium channels
http://mnt.to/l/4kfs
Neurons transmit information with the help of special channels that allow the passage of potassium ions. Defective potassium channels play a role in epilepsy and depression.
Aspirin still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation despite potential for dangerous side effects
http://mnt.to/l/4kfh
Aspirin is still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation (AF) despite the potential for dangerous side effects, according to research just published.Professor Gregory Y.H.
Inflammatory marker TSPO could form the basis of the first noninvasive test for heart inflammation
http://mnt.to/l/4kdY
A biomarker widely used to diagnose brain injury has shown early promise for assessing the severity of heart inflammation, or myocarditis, find researchers at Columbia University's Mailman...
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** CLINICAL TRIALS / DRUG TRIALS News **
Final results from the Phase 3 PREVAIL trial of enzalutamide
http://mnt.to/l/4kg3
Medivation Inc. and Astellas Pharma Inc. have announced final results on the primary and secondary efficacy endpoints from the Phase 3 PREVAIL trial of enzalutamide in patients with...
Provectus announces PV-10's assessment for drug-drug interaction potential
http://mnt.to/l/4kfP
Provectus Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., a development-stage oncology and dermatology biopharmaceutical company, and XenoTech, a preclinical CRO and pioneer in collaborative research surrounding in...
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** COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE News **
Independent quality mark for complementary therapists in the UK
http://mnt.to/l/4kfv
The Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT)'s voluntary register has been accredited under a new scheme set up by the Department of Health and administered by an independent body, accountable to...
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** CONFERENCES News **
Pre-Filled Syringes America Conference, 31st March - 1st April 2014, Iselin, New Jersey
http://mnt.to/l/4khs
Pre-Filled Syringes Americas: development, manufacture and regulation news for pre-filled syringes and injector devices Industry Leaders will meet in Iselin, New Jersey, USA to discuss...
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** COPD News **
Western researchers find new COPD therapy device makes breathing easier
http://mnt.to/l/4kfC
A new device designed to help people suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other mucus producing lung diseases developed by Trudell Medical International has been...
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** DEPRESSION News **
Discovery of new operating principle of potassium channels
http://mnt.to/l/4kfs
Neurons transmit information with the help of special channels that allow the passage of potassium ions. Defective potassium channels play a role in epilepsy and depression.
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** DERMATOLOGY News **
Popularity of indoor tanning among younger people 'alarming'
http://mnt.to/l/4kfx
Indoor tanning is common in Western countries, particularly among younger people. Researchers say this is a public health issue since indoor tanning is linked to skin cancer.
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** DIABETES News **
Imaging autoimmune diabetes
http://mnt.to/l/4kgg
Researchers at Lund University have managed to develop a technique whereby they can study the inflammatory process that takes place in the pancreas during the natural development of type 1...
Diabetes and high estrogen levels raise dementia risk for women
http://mnt.to/l/4kdX
Women aged 65 and over who have both diabetes and high estrogen levels are 14 times more likely to develop dementia than women who have neither condition.
Changes to protein SirT1 may prevent excess metabolic stress associated with obesity, diabetes and aging
http://mnt.to/l/4kdN
Researchers find changes to protein SirT1 can prevent excess metabolic stress associated with obesity, diabetes and aging.
A simple blood test can predict diabetes risk much earlier
http://mnt.to/l/4kdL
An estimated 25.8 million Americans have diabetes. Another 79 million are thought to have "prediabetes," meaning they are at risk of developing type-2 diabetes.Now Dr.
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** DYSLEXIA News **
For adding and multiplying, quality of white matter in the brain is crucial
http://mnt.to/l/4kdJ
A new study led by Professor Bert De Smedt (Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, KU Leuven) has found that healthy 12-year-olds who score well in addition and multiplication have...
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** EAR, NOSE AND THROAT News **
Adult tonsillectomy safe with low mortality, complication rates
http://mnt.to/l/4kfV
Getting your tonsils removed as an adult is a safe procedure with low mortality and complication rates, according to a study by Michelle M. Chen, B.A.
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** ENDOCRINOLOGY News **
Postmenopausal hormones containing estrogen may reduce glaucoma risk
http://mnt.to/l/4kfR
Using postmenopausal hormones (PMH) containing estrogen may reduce a woman's risk for primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), a common form of the disease related to the build-up of pressure inside...
Thyroid hormone levels modified by protein according to body temperature
http://mnt.to/l/4kfr
The thyroid hormone thyroxine, which controls our day-to-day activity and was previously believed to remain at a constant level in the blood, actually fluctuates as a result of a protein which...
In certain breast cancers, melatonin shows potential to slow tumor growth
http://mnt.to/l/4kfn
An early stage study shows melatonin - a hormone that regulates the body's sleep and awake cycles - may have the potential to help slow the growth of certain breast cancer tumors, according to...
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** EPILEPSY News **
In death as in life, HM's brain reveals insights into memory
http://mnt.to/l/4kgw
Until his death at age 82, Henry G. Molaison, known worldwide as patient HM, was probably the most studied human in neuroscience - now a 3D model of his brain has been published.
Discovery of new operating principle of potassium channels
http://mnt.to/l/4kfs
Neurons transmit information with the help of special channels that allow the passage of potassium ions. Defective potassium channels play a role in epilepsy and depression.
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** EYE HEALTH / BLINDNESS News **
Postmenopausal hormones containing estrogen may reduce glaucoma risk
http://mnt.to/l/4kfR
Using postmenopausal hormones (PMH) containing estrogen may reduce a woman's risk for primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), a common form of the disease related to the build-up of pressure inside...
Research has important implications for potential treatments of congenital cataracts
http://mnt.to/l/4kdR
Deprivation of vision during critical periods of childhood development has long been thought to result in irreversible vision loss.
New brain-scanning technique allows scientists to see when and where the brain processes visual information
http://mnt.to/l/4kdF
Every time you open your eyes, visual information flows into your brain, which interprets what you're seeing.
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** GENETICS News **
First ever genome-wide association study of combined phenotype may allow for improved identification of variants associated with asthma-with-hay fever
http://mnt.to/l/4kft
23andMe, the leading personal genetics company, has participated in the first ever genome-wide association study of the combined asthma-with-hay fever phenotype.
Cancer tumors safely targeted by DNA-built nanostructures
http://mnt.to/l/4kf3
A team of researchers at the University of Toronto has discovered a method of assembling "building blocks" of gold nanoparticles as the vehicle to deliver cancer medications or...
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** HEART DISEASE News **
Culprit behind skeletal muscle disease found
http://mnt.to/l/4kfF
Mutations in a protein that is vital for proper muscle function can cause skeletal muscle disease, a new study finds.
Inflammatory marker TSPO could form the basis of the first noninvasive test for heart inflammation
http://mnt.to/l/4kdY
A biomarker widely used to diagnose brain injury has shown early promise for assessing the severity of heart inflammation, or myocarditis, find researchers at Columbia University's Mailman...
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** IMMUNE SYSTEM / VACCINES News **
Imaging autoimmune diabetes
http://mnt.to/l/4kgg
Researchers at Lund University have managed to develop a technique whereby they can study the inflammatory process that takes place in the pancreas during the natural development of type 1...
Intranasal vaccine protects mice against West Nile infection
http://mnt.to/l/4kfc
Researchers from Duke University have developed a nasal vaccine formulation that provides protective immunity against West Nile virus (WNV) infection in mice after only 2 doses.
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** INFECTIOUS DISEASES / BACTERIA / VIRUSES News **
Scientists find new strategy to combat bacterial infections
http://mnt.to/l/4kg7
Increasing numbers of bacteria are developing antibiotic resistance. This forms a significant challenge in the battle against bacterial infections.
Thyroid hormone levels modified by protein according to body temperature
http://mnt.to/l/4kfr
The thyroid hormone thyroxine, which controls our day-to-day activity and was previously believed to remain at a constant level in the blood, actually fluctuates as a result of a protein which...
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** IT / INTERNET / E-MAIL News **
Video game teaches kids about stroke symptoms and calling 9-1-1
http://mnt.to/l/4kdb
Children improved their understanding of stroke symptoms and what to do if they witness a stroke after playing a 15-minute stroke education video game, according to new research reported in the...
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** LYMPHOMA / LEUKEMIA / MYELOMA News **
Mouse model demonstrates role for metabolic enzyme in acute myeloid leukemia
http://mnt.to/l/4kfK
In recent years, mutations in two metabolic enzymes, isocitrate dehydrogenase-1 and 2 (IDH1 and IDH2), have been identified in approximately 20 percent of all acute myeloid leukemias (AML).
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** MEDICAL DEVICES / DIAGNOSTICS News **
In death as in life, HM's brain reveals insights into memory
http://mnt.to/l/4kgw
Until his death at age 82, Henry G. Molaison, known worldwide as patient HM, was probably the most studied human in neuroscience - now a 3D model of his brain has been published.
Epidural simulator: Working with medical colleagues to improve the patient experience and reduce risk of harm
http://mnt.to/l/4kg5
Thousands of epidurals are performed by doctors every year. The procedure is commonly used for pain-relief during childbirth, the treatment of chronic back pain or as a means to provide...
Western researchers find new COPD therapy device makes breathing easier
http://mnt.to/l/4kfC
A new device designed to help people suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other mucus producing lung diseases developed by Trudell Medical International has been...
Bringing medical testing to remote locales - American Chemical Society podcast
http://mnt.to/l/4kfm
The latest episode in the American Chemical Society's (ACS') award-winning Global Challenges/Chemistry Solutions podcast series features a small, paper-based device that can monitor or detect...
Cancer tumors safely targeted by DNA-built nanostructures
http://mnt.to/l/4kf3
A team of researchers at the University of Toronto has discovered a method of assembling "building blocks" of gold nanoparticles as the vehicle to deliver cancer medications or...
A silk coat for diamonds makes sleek new imaging and drug delivery tool
http://mnt.to/l/4kdW
Silk and diamonds aren't just for ties and jewelry anymore. They're ingredients for a new kind of tiny glowing particle that could provide doctors and researchers with a novel technique for...
New brain-scanning technique allows scientists to see when and where the brain processes visual information
http://mnt.to/l/4kdF
Every time you open your eyes, visual information flows into your brain, which interprets what you're seeing.
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** MEDICAL STUDENTS / TRAINING News **
Epidural simulator: Working with medical colleagues to improve the patient experience and reduce risk of harm
http://mnt.to/l/4kg5
Thousands of epidurals are performed by doctors every year. The procedure is commonly used for pain-relief during childbirth, the treatment of chronic back pain or as a means to provide...
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** MELANOMA / SKIN CANCER News **
Popularity of indoor tanning among younger people 'alarming'
http://mnt.to/l/4kfx
Indoor tanning is common in Western countries, particularly among younger people. Researchers say this is a public health issue since indoor tanning is linked to skin cancer.
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** MEN'S HEALTH News **
Final results from the Phase 3 PREVAIL trial of enzalutamide
http://mnt.to/l/4kg3
Medivation Inc. and Astellas Pharma Inc. have announced final results on the primary and secondary efficacy endpoints from the Phase 3 PREVAIL trial of enzalutamide in patients with...
The importance of parenting as African American boys transition from preschool to kindergarten
http://mnt.to/l/4kfk
A new study from UNC's Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) has found that parenting affects the academic and social performance of African American boys as they move from...
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** MRI / PET / ULTRASOUND News **
Study raises questions about use of technologies to predict cognitive development
http://mnt.to/l/4kfz
Assessing structural and functional changes in the brain may predict future memory performance in healthy children and adolescents, according to a study appearing in the Journal of Neuroscience.
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** MRSA / DRUG RESISTANCE News **
Scientists find new strategy to combat bacterial infections
http://mnt.to/l/4kg7
Increasing numbers of bacteria are developing antibiotic resistance. This forms a significant challenge in the battle against bacterial infections.
Pledging to fight antibiotic resistance does make a difference
http://mnt.to/l/4kg2
NPS MedicineWise is urging all health professionals to take the pledge to fight antibiotic resistance after new research shows that making a public commitment leads to significant improvements...
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** NEUROLOGY / NEUROSCIENCE News **
In death as in life, HM's brain reveals insights into memory
http://mnt.to/l/4kgw
Until his death at age 82, Henry G. Molaison, known worldwide as patient HM, was probably the most studied human in neuroscience - now a 3D model of his brain has been published.
New study finds link between slow reaction time and early death
http://mnt.to/l/4kgd
Could reaction time tests be used to monitor health and survival? Researchers have found that middle-aged people who have slow reaction times have a higher risk of early death.
3-D model of famous amnesiac's brain helps illuminate human memory
http://mnt.to/l/4kfB
During his lifetime, Henry G. Molaison (H.M.) was the best-known and possibly the most-studied patient of modern neuroscience.
Study raises questions about use of technologies to predict cognitive development
http://mnt.to/l/4kfz
Assessing structural and functional changes in the brain may predict future memory performance in healthy children and adolescents, according to a study appearing in the Journal of Neuroscience.
Early rehabilitation important for recovery after severe traumatic brain injury
http://mnt.to/l/4kfy
Early rehabilitation interventions seem to be essential for how well a patient recovers after a severe brain injury.
Surprising research results reveal brain regions thought to be uniquely human share many similarities with monkeys
http://mnt.to/l/4kfg
New research suggests a surprising degree of similarity in the organization of regions of the brain that control language and complex thought processes in humans and monkeys.
Astrocyte finding points to possible new Parkinson's therapy
http://mnt.to/l/4kfb
A new study shows that, when properly manipulated, a population of support cells found in the brain called astrocytes could provide a new and promising approach to treat Parkinson's disease.
Falls in over 65's likely responsible for rise in traumatic spinal cord injuries in the US
http://mnt.to/l/4kf4
The number of serious traumatic spinal cord injuries is on the rise in the United States, and the leading cause no longer appears to be motor vehicle crashes, but falls, new Johns Hopkins...
Inflammatory marker TSPO could form the basis of the first noninvasive test for heart inflammation
http://mnt.to/l/4kdY
A biomarker widely used to diagnose brain injury has shown early promise for assessing the severity of heart inflammation, or myocarditis, find researchers at Columbia University's Mailman...
Research has important implications for potential treatments of congenital cataracts
http://mnt.to/l/4kdR
Deprivation of vision during critical periods of childhood development has long been thought to result in irreversible vision loss.
For adding and multiplying, quality of white matter in the brain is crucial
http://mnt.to/l/4kdJ
A new study led by Professor Bert De Smedt (Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, KU Leuven) has found that healthy 12-year-olds who score well in addition and multiplication have...
New brain-scanning technique allows scientists to see when and where the brain processes visual information
http://mnt.to/l/4kdF
Every time you open your eyes, visual information flows into your brain, which interprets what you're seeing.
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** NURSING / MIDWIFERY News **
UK pancreatic cancer charity launches newly diagnosed patient pack
http://mnt.to/l/4kgj
In a bid to achieve its aim of ensuring everyone diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK has access to information about its services, Pancreatic Cancer UK has launched a 'newly diagnosed...
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** NUTRITION / DIET News **
Vitamin D supplements: are they really good for our health?
http://mnt.to/l/4khx
Studies claim that vitamin D supplements offer extra health benefits, such as reducing pain and depression, while others challenge this belief. We look at these studies in detail.
Exposure to peanuts builds immunity in allergic children
http://mnt.to/l/4kgn
Children allergic to peanuts who received oral immunotherapy - gradually building tolerance by consuming peanut protein - consumed the equivalent of five peanuts safely.
Arsenic, mercury and selenium in asian carp not a health concern to most
http://mnt.to/l/4kfJ
Researchers at the Prairie Research Institute's Illinois Natural History Survey have found that overall, concentrations of arsenic, selenium, and mercury in bighead and silver carp from the...
Women's weight loss may be aided by certain probiotics
http://mnt.to/l/4kfp
Certain probiotics could help women lose weight and keep it off, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition by a team of researchers headed by Universite Laval...
What are the health benefits of strawberries?
http://mnt.to/l/4jZs
Strawberries rank amongst the top 10 fruits and vegetables in antioxidant capacity. Learn all about the health benefits associated with their consumption.
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** OBESITY / WEIGHT LOSS / FITNESS News **
Potential psychological costs in labeling obesity as a disease
http://mnt.to/l/4kfq
Messages that describe obesity as a disease may undermine healthy behaviors and beliefs among obese individuals, according to a new study published in Psychological Science, a journal of the...
Women's weight loss may be aided by certain probiotics
http://mnt.to/l/4kfp
Certain probiotics could help women lose weight and keep it off, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition by a team of researchers headed by Universite Laval...
Waist circumference could be used to improve the detection of children and adolescents with cardiometabolic risk
http://mnt.to/l/4kfj
A study led by researchers from IMIM (Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute) and published in the journal PlosOne concludes that including waist circumference measurements in clinical...
Changes to protein SirT1 may prevent excess metabolic stress associated with obesity, diabetes and aging
http://mnt.to/l/4kdN
Researchers find changes to protein SirT1 can prevent excess metabolic stress associated with obesity, diabetes and aging.
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** PAIN / ANESTHETICS News **
Epidural simulator: Working with medical colleagues to improve the patient experience and reduce risk of harm
http://mnt.to/l/4kg5
Thousands of epidurals are performed by doctors every year. The procedure is commonly used for pain-relief during childbirth, the treatment of chronic back pain or as a means to provide...
Aspirin still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation despite potential for dangerous side effects
http://mnt.to/l/4kfh
Aspirin is still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation (AF) despite the potential for dangerous side effects, according to research just published.Professor Gregory Y.H.
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** PANCREATIC CANCER News **
UK pancreatic cancer charity launches newly diagnosed patient pack
http://mnt.to/l/4kgj
In a bid to achieve its aim of ensuring everyone diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK has access to information about its services, Pancreatic Cancer UK has launched a 'newly diagnosed...
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** PARKINSON'S DISEASE News **
Astrocyte finding points to possible new Parkinson's therapy
http://mnt.to/l/4kfb
A new study shows that, when properly manipulated, a population of support cells found in the brain called astrocytes could provide a new and promising approach to treat Parkinson's disease.
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** PEDIATRICS / CHILDREN'S HEALTH News **
Exposure to peanuts builds immunity in allergic children
http://mnt.to/l/4kgn
Children allergic to peanuts who received oral immunotherapy - gradually building tolerance by consuming peanut protein - consumed the equivalent of five peanuts safely.
When children need specialist care, parents need guidance
http://mnt.to/l/4kfH
Parents vary widely in views about their responsibilities in getting specialty care for their children, according to a new University of Michigan C.S.
Study raises questions about use of technologies to predict cognitive development
http://mnt.to/l/4kfz
Assessing structural and functional changes in the brain may predict future memory performance in healthy children and adolescents, according to a study appearing in the Journal of Neuroscience.
Thyroid hormone levels modified by protein according to body temperature
http://mnt.to/l/4kfr
The thyroid hormone thyroxine, which controls our day-to-day activity and was previously believed to remain at a constant level in the blood, actually fluctuates as a result of a protein which...
The importance of parenting as African American boys transition from preschool to kindergarten
http://mnt.to/l/4kfk
A new study from UNC's Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) has found that parenting affects the academic and social performance of African American boys as they move from...
Waist circumference could be used to improve the detection of children and adolescents with cardiometabolic risk
http://mnt.to/l/4kfj
A study led by researchers from IMIM (Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute) and published in the journal PlosOne concludes that including waist circumference measurements in clinical...
Limited success for malaria screening in schools
http://mnt.to/l/4kff
School-based intermittent screening and treatment programs for malaria may be unsuccessful in low to moderate transmission areasA school-based intermittent screening and treatment program...
Premature birth is associated with increased risk of asthma and wheezing disorders
http://mnt.to/l/4kfd
Children who are born preterm have an increased risk developing asthma and wheezing disorders during childhood according to new research published in PLOS Medicine.
Evidence suggests our hard-wired belief in immortality may be the root of core religious beliefs
http://mnt.to/l/4kf2
Most people, regardless of race, religion or culture, believe they are immortal.
Migrants' children as well integrated as Swedes' children
http://mnt.to/l/4kdZ
Children of immigrants have less education and get lower level jobs than children of the majority population. That is the impression one gets when looking at broad-based statistics.
Research has important implications for potential treatments of congenital cataracts
http://mnt.to/l/4kdR
Deprivation of vision during critical periods of childhood development has long been thought to result in irreversible vision loss.
For adding and multiplying, quality of white matter in the brain is crucial
http://mnt.to/l/4kdJ
A new study led by Professor Bert De Smedt (Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, KU Leuven) has found that healthy 12-year-olds who score well in addition and multiplication have...
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** PHARMA INDUSTRY / BIOTECH INDUSTRY News **
New study captures the value of new medicines in middle-income countries
http://mnt.to/l/4kg6
An independent study conducted by Charles River Associates (CRA) demonstrates that there is clear evidence that innovative medicines have delivered significant value by reducing healthcare costs...
Provectus announces PV-10's assessment for drug-drug interaction potential
http://mnt.to/l/4kfP
Provectus Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., a development-stage oncology and dermatology biopharmaceutical company, and XenoTech, a preclinical CRO and pioneer in collaborative research surrounding in...
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** PREGNANCY / OBSTETRICS News **
Premature birth is associated with increased risk of asthma and wheezing disorders
http://mnt.to/l/4kfd
Children who are born preterm have an increased risk developing asthma and wheezing disorders during childhood according to new research published in PLOS Medicine.
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** PRIMARY CARE / GENERAL PRACTICE News **
UK pancreatic cancer charity launches newly diagnosed patient pack
http://mnt.to/l/4kgj
In a bid to achieve its aim of ensuring everyone diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK has access to information about its services, Pancreatic Cancer UK has launched a 'newly diagnosed...
Pledging to fight antibiotic resistance does make a difference
http://mnt.to/l/4kg2
NPS MedicineWise is urging all health professionals to take the pledge to fight antibiotic resistance after new research shows that making a public commitment leads to significant improvements...
Adult tonsillectomy safe with low mortality, complication rates
http://mnt.to/l/4kfV
Getting your tonsils removed as an adult is a safe procedure with low mortality and complication rates, according to a study by Michelle M. Chen, B.A.
When children need specialist care, parents need guidance
http://mnt.to/l/4kfH
Parents vary widely in views about their responsibilities in getting specialty care for their children, according to a new University of Michigan C.S.
Bringing medical testing to remote locales - American Chemical Society podcast
http://mnt.to/l/4kfm
The latest episode in the American Chemical Society's (ACS') award-winning Global Challenges/Chemistry Solutions podcast series features a small, paper-based device that can monitor or detect...
Waist circumference could be used to improve the detection of children and adolescents with cardiometabolic risk
http://mnt.to/l/4kfj
A study led by researchers from IMIM (Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute) and published in the journal PlosOne concludes that including waist circumference measurements in clinical...
A silk coat for diamonds makes sleek new imaging and drug delivery tool
http://mnt.to/l/4kdW
Silk and diamonds aren't just for ties and jewelry anymore. They're ingredients for a new kind of tiny glowing particle that could provide doctors and researchers with a novel technique for...
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** PROSTATE / PROSTATE CANCER News **
Final results from the Phase 3 PREVAIL trial of enzalutamide
http://mnt.to/l/4kg3
Medivation Inc. and Astellas Pharma Inc. have announced final results on the primary and secondary efficacy endpoints from the Phase 3 PREVAIL trial of enzalutamide in patients with...
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** PSYCHOLOGY / PSYCHIATRY News **
Stress reduces when shared
http://mnt.to/l/4kgx
Talking with someone who shared a similar emotional state while undergoing the same challenging event reduced levels of stress hormones in participants from a new study.
Potential psychological costs in labeling obesity as a disease
http://mnt.to/l/4kfq
Messages that describe obesity as a disease may undermine healthy behaviors and beliefs among obese individuals, according to a new study published in Psychological Science, a journal of the...
Surprising research results reveal brain regions thought to be uniquely human share many similarities with monkeys
http://mnt.to/l/4kfg
New research suggests a surprising degree of similarity in the organization of regions of the brain that control language and complex thought processes in humans and monkeys.
Gossip and ostracism may have hidden group benefits
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Conventional wisdom holds that gossip and social exclusion are always malicious, undermining trust and morale in groups.
Evidence suggests our hard-wired belief in immortality may be the root of core religious beliefs
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Most people, regardless of race, religion or culture, believe they are immortal.
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** PUBLIC HEALTH News **
Vitamin D supplements: are they really good for our health?
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Studies claim that vitamin D supplements offer extra health benefits, such as reducing pain and depression, while others challenge this belief. We look at these studies in detail.
Arsenic, mercury and selenium in asian carp not a health concern to most
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Researchers at the Prairie Research Institute's Illinois Natural History Survey have found that overall, concentrations of arsenic, selenium, and mercury in bighead and silver carp from the...
Popularity of indoor tanning among younger people 'alarming'
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Indoor tanning is common in Western countries, particularly among younger people. Researchers say this is a public health issue since indoor tanning is linked to skin cancer.
A person's age is not an accurate predictor of their driving ability
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Encouraging older drivers to self-regulate their driving rather than revoking their licence based on age, has the potential to improve their safety and maintain their independence, a QUT study...
Migrants' children as well integrated as Swedes' children
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Children of immigrants have less education and get lower level jobs than children of the majority population. That is the impression one gets when looking at broad-based statistics.
Why motorcycles are a greater traffic hazard than cars
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"I didn't see it, because I wasn't expecting it there," might be the more accurate excuse for motorists who have just crashed into a bus or a motorcycle.
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** REHABILITATION / PHYSICAL THERAPY News **
Early rehabilitation important for recovery after severe traumatic brain injury
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Early rehabilitation interventions seem to be essential for how well a patient recovers after a severe brain injury.
Severity of spatial neglect after stroke predicts long-term mobility recovery in community
http://mnt.to/l/4kdM
Stroke rehabilitation researchers at Kessler Foundation report an association between acute, severe spatial neglect post stroke and long-term recovery of mobility.
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** RESPIRATORY / ASTHMA News **
New study finds link between slow reaction time and early death
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Could reaction time tests be used to monitor health and survival? Researchers have found that middle-aged people who have slow reaction times have a higher risk of early death.
First ever genome-wide association study of combined phenotype may allow for improved identification of variants associated with asthma-with-hay fever
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23andMe, the leading personal genetics company, has participated in the first ever genome-wide association study of the combined asthma-with-hay fever phenotype.
Premature birth is associated with increased risk of asthma and wheezing disorders
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Children who are born preterm have an increased risk developing asthma and wheezing disorders during childhood according to new research published in PLOS Medicine.
Equivalent outcomes for double-lung transplants when blood type between donor and recipient is identical or compatible
http://mnt.to/l/4kdP
In the largest retrospective study to date using data from the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) database for adult double-lung transplants, Temple University School of Medicine...
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** SENIORS / AGING News **
A person's age is not an accurate predictor of their driving ability
http://mnt.to/l/4kf7
Encouraging older drivers to self-regulate their driving rather than revoking their licence based on age, has the potential to improve their safety and maintain their independence, a QUT study...
Falls in over 65's likely responsible for rise in traumatic spinal cord injuries in the US
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The number of serious traumatic spinal cord injuries is on the rise in the United States, and the leading cause no longer appears to be motor vehicle crashes, but falls, new Johns Hopkins...
Changes to protein SirT1 may prevent excess metabolic stress associated with obesity, diabetes and aging
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Researchers find changes to protein SirT1 can prevent excess metabolic stress associated with obesity, diabetes and aging.
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** SPORTS MEDICINE / FITNESS News **
Doubt cast on theory that retired NFL players suffer CTE
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The media have widely reported that a debilitating neurological condition called chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a well-established disease in retired athletes who played football and...
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** STROKE News **
Aspirin still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation despite potential for dangerous side effects
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Aspirin is still overprescribed for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation (AF) despite the potential for dangerous side effects, according to research just published.Professor Gregory Y.H.
Severity of spatial neglect after stroke predicts long-term mobility recovery in community
http://mnt.to/l/4kdM
Stroke rehabilitation researchers at Kessler Foundation report an association between acute, severe spatial neglect post stroke and long-term recovery of mobility.
Video game teaches kids about stroke symptoms and calling 9-1-1
http://mnt.to/l/4kdb
Children improved their understanding of stroke symptoms and what to do if they witness a stroke after playing a 15-minute stroke education video game, according to new research reported in the...
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** TRANSPLANTS / ORGAN DONATIONS News **
Equivalent outcomes for double-lung transplants when blood type between donor and recipient is identical or compatible
http://mnt.to/l/4kdP
In the largest retrospective study to date using data from the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) database for adult double-lung transplants, Temple University School of Medicine...
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** TROPICAL DISEASES News **
Limited success for malaria screening in schools
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School-based intermittent screening and treatment programs for malaria may be unsuccessful in low to moderate transmission areasA school-based intermittent screening and treatment program...
Intranasal vaccine protects mice against West Nile infection
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Researchers from Duke University have developed a nasal vaccine formulation that provides protective immunity against West Nile virus (WNV) infection in mice after only 2 doses.
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** UROLOGY / NEPHROLOGY News **
Scientists find new strategy to combat bacterial infections
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Increasing numbers of bacteria are developing antibiotic resistance. This forms a significant challenge in the battle against bacterial infections.
Classification system for bladder cancer prognosis
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Researchers at Lund University have developed a classification system to determine the prognosis for bladder cancer.
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** WOMEN'S HEALTH / GYNECOLOGY News **
Postmenopausal hormones containing estrogen may reduce glaucoma risk
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Using postmenopausal hormones (PMH) containing estrogen may reduce a woman's risk for primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), a common form of the disease related to the build-up of pressure inside...
Recommendations on breast abnormalities 'may need to be revised'
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A new study challenges the current clinical guidelines for management of a type of atypical lobular hyperplasia - a kind of breast tissue abnormality.
Women's weight loss may be aided by certain probiotics
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Certain probiotics could help women lose weight and keep it off, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition by a team of researchers headed by Universite Laval...
Diabetes and high estrogen levels raise dementia risk for women
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Women aged 65 and over who have both diabetes and high estrogen levels are 14 times more likely to develop dementia than women who have neither condition.
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