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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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Number of Underinsured Americans Rising Dramatically; Aerobic Exercise May Ward Off Dementia; Significant Decrease of Heavy Smokers in US (Video)
(September 9, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From New York - A ...
(September 9, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From New York - A new report published Health Affairs finds a dramatic increase in the amount of underinsured Americans. Researchers found that the number of underinsured Americans rose from 16 million in 2003 to 29 million in 2010, an increase of 80%. The study also finds that nearly half of these individuals skipped necessary medical care, and over half had difficulty paying medical bills. From Rochester - Aerobic exercise may ward off dementia, according to a report published in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings. Results of a meta-analysis covering over 1600 studies found that any exercise that raises one's heart rate reduces risk of dementia and even slows the condition from progressing once it starts. And finally, from Atlanta - Research published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report sees a small decrease in smoking in the US. CDC researchers found that the amount of adult smokers fell from 20.9% in 2005 to 19.3% in 2010, while the amount of heavy smokers dropped from 12.7% to 8.3% during that same time period.
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COPD Video: Risk of COPD Greater than Risk of Breast & Prostate Cancer; Autophagy Pathway Digests, Removes Cholesterol; Alcohol Main Cause of Death Among Diabetics
(September 8, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Toronto - Risk of ...
(September 8, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Toronto - Risk of developing COPD is significantly higher than the risk of developing many common cancers, according to a report published in the Lancet. Researchers reviewed health data on the entire population of Ontario (approx. 13 million people). Results showed that the average 35 year old woman was 3x more likely to develop COPD than breast cancer, and the average 35 year old man was 3x more likely to develop COPD than prostate cancer. From Ottawa - Canadian scientists have discovered a natural process that removes cholesterol, according to a report published in Cell Metabolism. Researchers found that the ancient 'autophagy' pathway digests cholesterol and removes it from arterial walls, a process that could potentially be used to reverse atherosclerosis. And finally, from Finland - Research published in the British Medical Journal finds that alcohol has become a prevalent cause of death among patients with type 1 diabetes. Researchers studied over 17,000 type 1 diabetics, finding that alcohol and drugs accounted for 39% of deaths that occurred in the first 20 years of diabetes..
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NSAIDs While Pregnant More than Double Risk of Miscarriage, Menopause Not Connected to Fatal Heart Disease, Prenatal Phthalate Exposure May Affect Child's Development (Video)
(September 6, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Montreal - Use of ...
(September 6, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Montreal - Use of anti-inflammatory drugs early in pregnancy doubles the risk of miscarriage, according to a report published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. Researchers compared 4700 women who suffered a miscarriage to over 47000 controls. Results showed that any type or dosage of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy was associated with 2.4x increased risk of miscarriage. From Baltimore - Menopause does not raise risk of dying from heart disease, according to a report published in the British Medical Journal. Studying individuals born between 1916 and 1945, researchers found no association between menopause and risk of fatal heart disease.The researchers argue that rising death rates as women age are due to the effects of aging itself. And finally, from New York - A new report published in Environmental Health Perspectives finds that phthalate exposure while in the womb may affect a chid's development later in life. In a study of 319 women and their children, researchers found that the highest prenatal exposure to phthalates (a chemical found commonly in plastic toys & shampoo) was associated with greater odds of motor delay and impaired mental development at age 3
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Signs of Aging May Be Due to Blocked Blood Vessels; Maternal Flame Retardant Exposure Raises Risk of Smaller Baby; Statins Fight Infections, Respiratory Illnesses (Week in Review)
(September 4, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Chicago - Blocked blood ...
(September 4, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Chicago - Blocked blood vessels in the brain may cause many common signs of aging, according to a report published in Stroke. Researchers studied 1100 elderly participants annually until their death. Results of brain autopsies showed a strong connection between impaired motor skills, such as shaky hands and slow walking, and undetected blocked blood vessels in the brain. From California - Exposure to flame retardants during pregnancy raises risk of low birthweight babies, according to a report published in the American Journal of Epidemiology. Researchers studied nearly 300 pregnant women, measuring their exposure to polybrominated biphenyl ethers (a flame retardant chemical found in many household products). They found that every 10x increase of PBDEs in the mothers blood resulted in a 4.1 ounce decrease in the babies birthweight. And finally, from London - Research published in the European Heart Journal finds that statins may also protect against deaths from respiratory illnesses. Following over 4600 patients for 11 years who were randomized to either atorvastatin or placebo, researchers found that patients in the statin group were much less likely to die of infection and respiratory illnesses.
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Bad Sleep May Lead to High Blood Pressure; Primary PCI Best for Cardiac Arrest; Americans Drink Too Much Sugar on a Daily Basis (Week in Review)
(September 3, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - Poor sleep ...
(September 3, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - Poor sleep may raise risk of high blood pressure, according to a report published in Hypertension. Studying nearly 800 men for 3.4 years, researchers found that those who with the lowest levels of one of the deepest stages of sleep had an 80% increased risk of high blood pressure. From Denmark - Research presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress finds that primary PCI is the most effective reperfusion therapy for heart attack. Studying nearly 10,000 heart attack patients, researchers found that mortality was lowered when patients were diagnosed with an ECG in the ambulance and taken directly to the catheritization lab where they underwent PCI. And finally, from Atlanta - A new report released by the CDC finds that many Americans are over-consuming sugary drinks. In a survey of over 17,000 individuals, researchers found that nearly 50% of the US population consumes a sugar sweetened beverage every day, while boys aged 12-19 and men aged 20-39 were both consuming over 250 calories a day from sugary drinks.
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Canadian-Made Virus May Be Able to Kill Cancer, Save Healthy Tissue; Insomnia Significantly Affecting Productivity in the US; Walnuts May Lower Breast Cancer Risk (Video)
(September 2, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Ottawa - A genetically ...
(September 2, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Ottawa - A genetically engineered virus made in Canada has shown promise in killing cancer, according to a study published in Nature. Scientists administered the virus, known as JX-594, in 23 cancer patients. Results showed that healthy tissue was unaffected in all patients, and that 6 out of 8 of those given the highest dosage had significant tumour shrinkage. From Boston - Insomnia affects over 1/5 of US workers and significantly reduces national productivity, according to a report published in Sleep. Researchers studied a national sample of over 7400 individuals, finding that insomnia was prevalent in 23% of workers, costing the nation approximately $63 billion and 252 days annually in lost productivity. And finally, from West Virginia - Walnuts may reduce risk of breast cancer, according to a report published in Nutrition and Cancer. Studying mice, researchers found that a walnut enriched diet altered the activity of several genes known to be involved in breast cancer.
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Stroke Video: Dramatic Increase in Teens and Young Adults Suffering Stroke; Blocked Blood Vessels Associated With Signs of Aging; Too Many Americans Consuming Sugary Drinks
(September 1, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Atlanta - Stroke hospitalizations ...
(September 1, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Atlanta - Stroke hospitalizations in adolescents and young adults have risen significantly in the past 15 years, according to a report published in the Annals of Neurology. Examining hospital discharge data from 1995 to 2008, researchers found a 37% increase in the amount of teens and young adults that were hospitalized for ischemic stroke. From Chicago - Blocked blood vessels in the brain may cause many common signs of aging, according to a report published in Stroke. Researchers studied 1100 elderly participants annually until their death. Results of brain autopsies showed a strong connection between impaired motor skills, such as shaky hands and slow walking, and undetected blocked blood vessels in the brain. And finally, from Atlanta - A new report released by the CDC finds that many Americans are over-consuming sugary drinks. In a survey of over 17,000 individuals, researchers found that nearly 50% of the US population consumes a sugar sweetened beverage every day, while boys aged 12-19 and men aged 20-39 were both consuming over 250 calories a day from sugary drinks.
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Alzheimer's Disease Video: Blood Vessel Density May Cause Alzheimer's; Postmenopausal Smokers Have Higher Estrogen Levels; US Ranks Low in Global Rankings on Infant Mortality
(August 31, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From British Columbia - A ...
(August 31, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From British Columbia - A new report published in PLoS One finds another possible cause of Alzheimer's disease. Studying brain samples from a mouse model with Alzheimer's, researchers found that the rodent's had nearly twice the density of blood vessels when compared to normal mice. From the Netherlands - Women who smoke after menopause have much high sex hormone levels than non-smokers, according to a report published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. Researchers studied over 2000 postmenopausal women, finding that current smokers had much higher androgen and estrogen in their blood than non and former smokers. And finally, from Geneva - The US ranks very low in global rankings of infant mortality, according to a report published in PLoS Medicine. Results of a 20 year study found that newborn deaths in the US ranked 41st out of 45 industrialized countries, with premature delivery being one of the reasons for the poor ranking.
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Flame Retardant Exposure During Pregnancy Linked to Smaller Babies; Primary PCI Best Therapy for Heart Attack; Rotavirus Vaccine in Infants Protects Older Kids, Adults (Video)
(August 30, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From California - Exposure to ...
(August 30, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From California - Exposure to flame retardants during pregnancy raises risk of low birthweight babies, according to a report published in the American Journal of Epidemiology. Researchers studied nearly 300 pregnant women, measuring their exposure to polybrominated biphenyl ethers (a flame retardant chemical found in many household products). They found that every 10x increase of PBDEs in the mothers blood resulted in a 4.1 ounce decrease in the babies birthweight. From Denmark - Research presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress finds that primary PCI is the most effective reperfusion therapy for heart attack. Studying nearly 10,000 heart attack patients, researchers found that mortality was lowered when patients were diagnosed with an ECG in the ambulance and taken directly to the catheritization lab where they underwent PCI. And finally, from Atlanta - Giving infants the rotavirus vaccine may also protect older children and adults, according to a report published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases. Researchers found that implementation of routine rotavirus vaccination of infants in 2006 resulted in lower rotavirus-related hospital admissions among individuals aged 5-24 who were not eligible for the vaccine
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High Blood Pressure Video: Poor Sleep Linked to Hypertension Risk, Apixaban Better than Warfarin for Stroke Prevention, Statins Reduce Death Risk From Respiratory Illnesses
(August 29, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - Poor sleep ...
(August 29, 2011 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - Poor sleep may raise risk of high blood pressure, according to a report published in Hypertension. Studying nearly 800 men for 3.4 years, researchers found that those who with the lowest levels of one of the deepest stages of sleep had an 80% increased risk of high blood pressure. From North Carolina - Apixaban is better than warfarin for preventing stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation, according to a report published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Researchers randomized over 18,000 a-fib patients to daily apixaban or warfarin for nearly 2 years. They found that those taking apixaban had 21% relative reduced risk of stroke, as well as a reduced risk of embolism and death. And finally, from London - Research published in the European Heart Journal finds that statins may also protect against deaths from respiratory illnesses. Following over 4600 patients for 11 years who were randomized to either atorvastatin or placebo, researchers found that patients in the statin group were much less likely to die of infection and respiratory illnesses.
