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Insidermedicine is a daily health and medical video news service created by a leading physicians. Our content library contains videos in many languages including English, Chinese, Spanish, on over 100 different diseases. Joining the likes of the Associated Press and Reuters, Insidermedicine's newstories are featured ...
Insidermedicine is a daily health and medical video news service created by a leading physicians. Our content library contains videos in many languages including English, Chinese, Spanish, on over 100 different diseases. Joining the likes of the Associated Press and Reuters, Insidermedicine's newstories are featured by Google News and The News Room. April 25, 2007 Patients with HIV who are treated with protease inhibitors have an increased risk of heart attack, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Combination antiretroviral therapy has had a dramatic effect in reducing illness and death associated with the HIV virus, however an earlier study showed that the risk of heart attacks increased by 17% with every year a patient spent on antiretroviral. It isn’t known, though, whether all antiretroviral drugs carry this risk. The assessment of the role of any specific drug is difficult because patients with HIV usually receive a combination of drugs, and often switch regimens because of the availability of newer substances, adverse events, or drug regimen failure. Previous studies have shown a relationship between the use of protease inhibitors, a class of antiretroviral drug, and cardiovascular disease, but there is little information on the risks associated with another class of antiretroviral therapy called nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. In this study, more than 23,000 patients infected with the HIV virus were assessed to determine the incidence of heart attack and the association between heart attack and exposure to protease inhibitors or nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. Confirming the earlier results, the researchers found the risk of having a heart attack increased by 16% per year of exposure to protease inhibitors alone, which is equal to twice the risk over five years. Not such effect was observed with nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. It is thought that protease inhibitors raise the level of blood lipid, thereby increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attack. Patients treated with protease inhibitors should have their cholesterol and blood pressure levels monitored, and take steps to reduce their lifestyle-related risk factors. This includes maintaining a healthy weight, eating a low-fat diet rich in fruits in vegetables, and getting regular exercise. Reporting for Insidermedicine, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Arsenic in cereal bars and infant formula; Thrombolytic therapy safe for children; Interpersonal relationships improve mental health
(February 21, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From New Hampshire, elevated levels ...
(February 21, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From New Hampshire, elevated levels of arsenic have been found in certain brands of infant formulas and cereal bars, according to a report published in Environmental Health Perspectives. Researchers examined 17 brands of infant formula and 29 brands of cereal bards. They found that the formulas containing organic brown rice syrup had up to 6x the allowable limit of arsenic, while some cereal bars containing the same syrup had up to 12x the allowable limit. From St. Louis, thrombolytic therapy is safe for children who suffer a stroke, according to a report to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting. Studying nearly 10,000 children who suffered a stroke, researchers found that those who received clot busting drugs were at no increased risk of death. And finally, from Kingston, interpersonal relationships improve mental health in Canadian adolescents, according to a report from Queen's University. Studying over 26,000 boys and girls aged 11-15, researchers found that adolescents were more likely to report better mental health if they had stronger relationships with parents, teachers and peers.
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New Drugs May Prevent Seizures in Children; Mediterranean Diet Protects Brain; Stem Cells Improve Heart After Heart Attack (Week in Review)
(February 20, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From BC - A new ...
(February 20, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From BC - A new class of drugs may prevent seizures in children, according to a report published in Science Translational Medicine. Researchers tested the new drugs Z941 and Z944 on rats with absence epilepsy, finding that the medication suppressed petit mal seizures by up to 95%. From Miami - A Mediterranean diet may protect the brain, according to a report published in the Archives of Neurology. Studying nearly 1000 individuals, researchers found that those who ate a mediterranean diet had fewer brain lesions than those who ate more fat and red meat. And finally, from Oxford - Stem cells improve heart functioning following a heart attack, according to a report published in the Cochrane Library. Results of a meta-analysis examining over 33 trials found that stem cell therapy following a heart attack can produce moderate long-term improvement in heart function
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Grief Should Not Be Medicated; Antibiotics Do Nothing for Sinus Infections; Pregnant Dog Owners Get Right Amount of Exercise (Week in Review)
(February 19, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Philadelphia - A new ...
(February 19, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Philadelphia - A new editorial published in the Lancet emphasizes that grief should not be routinely treated with antidepressants. Researchers found that the draft version of the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) from the American Psychiatric Association fails to highlight the need to consider bereavement in diagnosing depression. The author's emphasize that grief is not an illness and in most cases, should not be treated with medication. From St. Louis - A new report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that antibiotics may not be effective at improving sinus infections. Researchers randomized nearly 200 adults suffering from acute sinus infections to 10 days amoxicilin or placebo. They found that patient's in the antibiotic group experienced no greater improvements in symptoms than those on placebo. And finally, from Liverpool- Research published in PLoS ONE finds that owning a dog encourages pregnant women to exercise. Studying over 11,000 pregnant women, researchers found that those who owned dogs were 50% more likely than those without dogs to get their recommended amount of daily exercise.
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Brain Activities May Improve Dementia Symptoms; Walking Speed and Hand Grip May Predict Stroke, Dementia; Weight Training Helps Parkinson's Patients (Week in Review)
(February 18, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - Cognitive ...
(February 18, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - Cognitive stimulation may improve memory in dementia patients, according to a report published in the Cochrane Library. Results of a meta analysis covering over 700 dementia patients found that cognitive stimulating activities such as music and baking improved patient's thinking and memory abilities, as well as their qualify of life. From Boston - Walking speed and hand grip may predict risk of dementia and stroke, according to a report to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting. Studying over 2,400 men and women for 11 years, researchers found that those with slower walking speed were 1.5x more likely to develop dementia, and that those under 65 with a stronger hand grip had a 42% reduced risk of stroke. From Chicago - Weight training improves symptoms of Parkinson's disease, according to a report to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting. Researchers randomized nearly 50 Parkinson's patients to either weight training or balance and flexibility exercises. Results showed that the weight training group had significant improvement in their motor symptoms when compared to the stretching group
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Parkinson's Disease Video: Weight Training Improves Parkinson's Symptoms; Grief Should Not Be Medicated, Most Times; Stem Cells Improve Heart Function After Heart Attack
(February 16, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Chicago - Weight training ...
(February 16, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Chicago - Weight training improves symptoms of Parkinson's disease, according to a report to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting. Researchers randomized nearly 50 Parkinson's patients to either weight training or balance and flexibility exercises. Results showed that the weight training group had significant improvement in their motor symptoms when compared to the stretching group. From Philadelphia - A new editorial published in the Lancet emphasizes that grief should not be routinely treated with antidepressants. Researchers found that the draft version of the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) from the American Psychiatric Association fails to highlight the need to consider bereavement in diagnosing depression. The author's emphasize that grief is not an illness and in most cases, should not be treated with medication. And finally, from Oxford - Stem cells improve heart functioning following a heart attack, according to a report published in the Cochrane Library. Results of a meta-analysis examining over 33 trials found that stem cell therapy following a heart attack can produce moderate long-term improvement in heart function
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Epilepsy Video: New Drugs May Prevent Seizures in Kids; Slow Walking, Loose Grip May Predict Dementia and Stroke; Pregnant Dog Owners More Likely to Exercise
(February 15, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From BC - A new ...
(February 15, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From BC - A new class of drugs may prevent seizures in children, according to a report published in Science Translational Medicine. Researchers tested the new drugs Z941 and Z944 on rats with absence epilepsy, finding that the medication suppressed petit mal seizures by up to 95%. From Boston - Walking speed and hand grip may predict risk of dementia and stroke, according to a report to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting. Studying over 2,400 men and women for 11 years, researchers found that those with slower walking speed were 1.5x more likely to develop dementia, and that those under 65 with a stronger hand grip had a 42% reduced risk of stroke. And finally, from Liverpool- Research published in PLoS ONE finds that owning a dog encourages pregnant women to exercise. Studying over 11,000 pregnant women, researchers found that those who owned dogs were 50% more likely than those without dogs to get their recommended amount of daily exercise.
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Dementia Video: Brain Stimulating Activities May Help Dementia Patients; Antibiotics Ineffective for Sinus Infections; Mediterranean Diet Protects Brain
(February 14, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - Cognitive ...
(February 14, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - Cognitive stimulation may improve memory in dementia patients, according to a report published in the Cochrane Library. Results of a meta analysis covering over 700 dementia patients found that cognitive stimulating activities such as music and baking improved patient's thinking and memory abilities, as well as their qualify of life. From St. Louis - A new report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that antibiotics may not be effective at improving sinus infections. Researchers randomized nearly 200 adults suffering from acute sinus infections to 10 days amoxicilin or placebo. They found that patient's in the antibiotic group experienced no greater improvements in symptoms than those on placebo. And finally, from Miami - A Mediterranean diet may protect the brain, according to a report published in the Archives of Neurology. Studying nearly 1000 individuals, researchers found that those who ate a mediterranean diet had fewer brain lesions than those who ate more fat and red meat.
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Stem Cells Reverse Heart Attack Damage; New Brain Imaging Technique May Predict Alzheimer's Disease; UK Cases of Age Related Macular Degeneration to Rise by 2020 (Video)
(Februray 13, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Los Angeles - Stem ...
(Februray 13, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Los Angeles - Stem cells may help reverse heart attack damage, according to a report published in the Lancet. Researchers randomized 25 heart attack survivors to receive either a stem cell procedure or placebo. Results showed that patients who underwent the procedure had a 50% reduction in their heart attack scars, while patients in the placebo group had no reduction at all. From Los Angeles - A novel brain imaging technique can help predict mental decline, according to a report published in the Archives of Neurology. Researchers developed a chemical marker that binds to brain plaques and tangle deposits and can be viewed on PET scans. Examining nearly 50 elderly individuals, researchers found that the increased binding levels found on the scans predicted future cognitive decline. And finally, from the UK - A new report published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology predicts a significant increase in cases of age related macular degeneration (AMD) in the UK. Statistical analysis revealed that ageing alone will result in a 33% increase in AMD cases by the year 2020.
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Origins of Parkinson's Disease Identified; Depressed Kids At Increased Risk of Being Bullied; Malaria's Effects of Fetal Growth (Week in Review)
(February 12, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Buffalo - Scientists have ...
(February 12, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Buffalo - Scientists have discovered the origins of Parkinson's disease, according to a report published in Nature Communications. Researchers studied live human neurons of two Parkinson's disease patients, finding that mutations to their parkin gene prevented dopamine from supporting neural computation and resulted in the death of dopamine neurons. Injecting the neurons with a normal parkin gene, the researchers were able to reverse these defects. From Arizona - Depressed adolescents are more likely to be bullied, according to a report published in Child Development. Studying nearly 5,000 children in grades 4-6, researchers found that those who exhibited symptoms of depression in grade 4 were more likely to be victimized by their peers in grade 5 and have difficulty with peer acceptance in grade 6. And finally, from Thailand - Research published in PLoS ONE identifies how malaria effects fetal growth. Using ultrasound to study nearly 3,800 pregnancies, researchers found that fetal head size was significantly smaller when the mother was infected with malaria.
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Alzheimer's Reversed in Mouse Model; Heart Disease Passed Genetically from Father to Son; Weaning on Finger Foods May Slow Weight Gain in Kids (Week in Review)
(February 11, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Cleveland - A drug ...
(February 11, 2012 - Insidermedicine) From Cleveland - A drug has been shown to reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's disease in a mouse model, according to a report published in Science. Researchers found that Bexarotene given to mice with Alzheimer's disease quickly cleared amyloid plaques in the brain and reversed the rodents cognitive defects From the UK - Coronary artery disease may be passed genetically from father to son, according to a report published in the Lancet. Researchers studied blood samples from over 3,000 men, finding that men who carried a particular Y chromosome mutation had a 50% increased risk of the common heart disease. And finally, from the UK - Weaning infants on finger foods as opposed to spoon fed purees may help prevent obesity, according to a report published in BMJ Open. Resaerchers followed 155 children from 20 months old to 6.5 years old, finding that those who were allowed to feed themselves with finger foods during weaning were more likely to prefer healthy foods and less likely to be overweight or obese than those who ate spoon fed-purees.
