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High fat diet linked to exacerbation of asthma

In a new study researchers have found a connection between exacerbation of bronchial asthma and high calorie burgers and fries. Diet and lifestyle have been linked to asthma for some time now but this is the first real evidence. With the advent of unhealthy diets the incidence and prevalence of asthma is on the rise. In 2007, about 34.1 million Americans had asthma, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. From 1980 through 1994, the prevalence of asthma increased by 75 percent.

17 May 2010

The Neuropathy Association joins with the Empire State Building to recognize National Neuropathy Week

For National Neuropathy Week, May 17-21, The Neuropathy Association will join with the Empire State Building to raise neuropathy awareness, recognize National Neuropathy Week, and commemorate the Association's 15th Anniversary.

17 May 2010

'Do by doing' is the best advice to help COPD patients improve ability to function in daily life

There is no magic bullet to help patients with COPD improve their ability to function in daily life. In fact, the best advice they might get is "do by doing," according to research to be presented at the ATS conference in New Orleans.

17 May 2010

RFA causes less post-procedural pain in patients with varicose veins: Study

Patients who received radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins reported less post-procedural pain than those treated with endovenous laser ablation. However, both groups reported the same clinical and quality of life improvements at six weeks.

17 May 2010

Large number of people do not see health-care provider for skin cancer screening: Survey

Despite the fact that skin cancer is the only cancer that can be seen on the surface of the skin, a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology reports that a large number of people are not taking the time to examine their skin for any changes that could be warning signs of skin cancer or seeing a health-care provider for a skin cancer screening.

17 May 2010

Asthma patients need to avoid heavy, high-fat meals: New research

People with asthma may be well-advised to avoid heavy, high-fat meals, according to new research. Individuals with asthma who consumed a high-fat meal showed increased airway inflammation just hours after the binge, according to Australian researchers who conducted the study.

17 May 2010

Obese patients with COPD improve following pulmonary rehabilitation program: Research

Obese patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease stand to gain as much from pulmonary rehabilitation as their slimmer counterparts, even though as a group they have a lower exercise capacity, according to new research from the University Hospitals of Leicester in the UK.

17 May 2010

New data from MVP trial on ICDs shows health care use burden

Medtronic, Inc. today released new data from the MVP trial that implantable defibrillator patients receiving anti-tachycardia pacing were less likely to have health care utilization after treatment as compared to those receiving shock therapy.

17 May 2010

Study identifies potential noninvasive biomarkers in NAFLD, NASH using Metabolon's platform

Metabolon, Inc. announces a study published in the Metabolism Journal released in the paper on April 28, 2010, by Satish C. Kalhan.

17 May 2010

UNC-developed technique has broad applications in cancer, biomedical research

A precise understanding of cellular growth and movement is the key to developing new treatments for cancer and other disorders caused by dysfunctional cell behavior. Recent breakthroughs in genetic medicine have uncovered how genes control whether cellular proteins are turned 'on' or 'off' at the molecular level, but much remains to be understood about how protein signaling influences cell behavior.

17 May 2010

Statins may play role in lowering risk of clot-related diseases: Study

Individuals at risk for clot-related diseases may benefit from taking common cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins, according to a study conducted by researchers at the University of Connecticut.

17 May 2010

Treatment with MP-376 reduces P. aeruginosa in CF patients: Research

A new possible treatment to treat P. aeruginosa in cystic fibrosis patients appears to be promising, according to research to be presented at the ATS 2010 International Conference in New Orleans.

17 May 2010

Long-term, regular use of vitamin E in women may help decrease risk of COPD: Study

Long-term, regular use of vitamin E in women 45 years of age and older may help decrease the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease by about 10 percent in both smokers and non-smokers, according to a study conducted by researchers at Cornell University and Brigham and Women's Hospital.

17 May 2010

Novel internet-based strategy effective in patients with severe prednisone dependent asthma

Patients with severe asthma who use an internet-supported strategy and daily monitoring of exhaled nitric oxide were able to control their asthma with lower overall dosing of oral corticosteroids than patients who underwent usual care, according to research from the Netherlands.

17 May 2010

People who live in urban areas tend to have higher blood pressure: Researchers

People who live in urban areas where particulate air pollution is high tend to have higher blood pressure than those who live in less polluted areas, according to researchers from the University of Dusiburg-Essen in Germany.

17 May 2010

No increase in risk of glioma or meningioma with use of mobile phones: INTERPHONE project

The International Journal of Epidemiology today published a combined data analysis from a multi national population-based case-control study of glioma and meningioma, the most common types of brain tumour. This is the first in a series of combined data analyses of head and neck tumours published as part of the internationally coordinated INTERPHONE project.

17 May 2010

Saint John's Health Center Trustee receives 2010 Distinguished Medical Science Award

Saint John's Health Center Trustee and philanthropist Patrick Soon-Shiong, M.D., who developed the first FDA-approved protein nanoparticle treatment for cancer, has received the 2010 Distinguished Medical Science Award from the Friends of the National Library of Medicine for his significant contributions to the research and treatment of diabetes and cancer.

15 May 2010

Researchers identify protein involved in pushing bladder tumors to become invasive

Bladder cancer often becomes aggressive and spreads in patients despite treatment, but now researchers at the Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson have identified a protein they believe is involved in pushing tumors to become invasive - and deadly.

15 May 2010

Tips for cutting back on added sugar

Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Gatorade, and other drinks now come in versions made with "real" sugar as opposed to the often vilified high-fructose corn syrup. A whole swath of sugar alternatives are now available to consumers including the new BioVittoria, an extract of the monk fruit, which is grown in Southern China. But a new special report from Consumer Reports on Health questions whether turning to alternatives is the solution to America's growing obesity epidemic.

15 May 2010

EvoLife Laboratories participates in ONS Congress 2010 to assist nurses, caregivers

EvoLife Laboratories, a world leader in the development of products for skin, oral, nail, hair, hygiene care specifically designed for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy, successfully launched its products in the USA. EvoLife Laboratories is present at the annual Oncology Nursing Society Congress 2010 in San Diego and utilizes this opportunity to further engage with nurses and caregivers.

15 May 2010

Medical Condition News

High fat diet linked to exacerbation of asthma

The Neuropathy Association joins with the Empire State Building to recognize National Neuropathy Week

'Do by doing' is the best advice to help COPD patients improve ability to function in daily life

RFA causes less post-procedural pain in patients with varicose veins: Study

Large number of people do not see health-care provider for skin cancer screening: Survey

Asthma patients need to avoid heavy, high-fat meals: New research

Obese patients with COPD improve following pulmonary rehabilitation program: Research

New data from MVP trial on ICDs shows health care use burden

Study identifies potential noninvasive biomarkers in NAFLD, NASH using Metabolon's platform

UNC-developed technique has broad applications in cancer, biomedical research

Statins may play role in lowering risk of clot-related diseases: Study

Treatment with MP-376 reduces P. aeruginosa in CF patients: Research

Long-term, regular use of vitamin E in women may help decrease risk of COPD: Study

Novel internet-based strategy effective in patients with severe prednisone dependent asthma

People who live in urban areas tend to have higher blood pressure: Researchers

No increase in risk of glioma or meningioma with use of mobile phones: INTERPHONE project

Saint John's Health Center Trustee receives 2010 Distinguished Medical Science Award

Researchers identify protein involved in pushing bladder tumors to become invasive

Tips for cutting back on added sugar

EvoLife Laboratories participates in ONS Congress 2010 to assist nurses, caregivers

Real-time Raman monitoring for pharmaceutical hot melt extrusion

Synthetic Psychedelics: A Growing Public Health Concern

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