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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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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Abnormal Blood Calcium Levels Linked With Death Risk, Pediatric Cancer Survivors More Likely to Get Heart Disease, Obesity As Bad As Smoking
(January 7, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Virginia - Kidney disease ...
(January 7, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Virginia - Kidney disease patients with either high or low blood calcium levels are increased risk of premature mortality, according to a report published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Researchers analyzed over 1200 males suffering from chronic kidney disease but who did not need dialysis. They found that patients with unusually high blood calcium levels were at 31% increased risk of death, while those with unusually low levels saw their risk increase by 21%. From Philadelphia - According to a report published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, childhood cancer survivors are more likely to develop several health conditions that consequently raise their risk of heart disease. Researchers examined information on over 8,500 pediatric cancer survivors and nearly 3,000 of their siblings. They found that survivors were 70% more likely to have diabetes than their siblings, 60% more likely to be taking a medication for cholesterol, and 2x more likely to be on medication for hypertension. And finally, from New York - Obesity is now considered as big a health threat as smoking, according to a report published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The 15 year study focused on quality adjusted life years (QALY)--a measurement of both quantity and quality of life, in regards to health. Though smoking was found to cause more mortality, obesity--which rose 85% over the course of the study--was found to have caused more disease.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Cell Phones May Reduce Alzheimer's Risk, Coffee Linked With Less Likelihood of Liver Fibrosis, Childhood Abuse and Migraines Connected
(January 6, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Florida - According to ...
(January 6, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Florida - According to a report published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, long term exposure to cell phones may have a protective effect against Alzheimer's disease. Researchers studied nearly 100 mice that were genetically engineered to have brain plaques, exposing them to electromagnetic waves from a cell phone. Results showed that beta-amyloid proteins were eliminated thereby erasing the brain plaques, while exposure in younger mice actually prevented the buildup of these proteins. From Bethesda - Caffeine may decrease liver fibrosis risk in chronic liver disease patients, according to a report published in the journal Hepatology. Researchers surveyed nearly 200 patients scheduled for a liver biopsy, finding that those who drank roughly 2.25 cups of coffee daily-or 308 mg of caffiene--had a 75% reduced risk of suffering advanced fibrosis. And finally, from Ohio - According to a report published in the journal Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain, children who are emotionally or physically abused are more likely to suffer migraines and pain disorders later in life. Researchers surveyed nearly 1,400 migraine patients, finding that participants who reported emotional abuse or neglect in childhood had a higher rate of comorbid pain conditions than those who did not suffer this abuse.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Leptin and Diabetes Reversal, Smoking Past 80 Increases AMD Risk, Nurse Visits Linked With Decreased Criminal Problems In Youth
(January 5, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From New York - According ...
(January 5, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From New York - According to a report published in the journal Cell Metabolism, the hormone leptin appears to control a gene that may have significant anti-diabetes effects. Previous research has demonstrated an association between leptin and diabetes reversal, however, researchers did not know whether these effects were because of the hormone itself or because of the hormone's ability to reduce body weight. However, scientists have now discovered that leptin controls a gene called IGFBP2--a gene that, when increased in obese and diabetic mice, reversed the rodent's diabetes without inducing weight loss. From California - Smoking past age 80 significantly raises ones risk of age related macular degeneration, according to a report published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology. Researchers studied nearly 2,000 women taking part in a long term study. They found that smokers who were 80 years or older had 5.5 times increased risk of developing AMD than those of the same age who did not smoke. And finally, back to New York - Home visits by a nurse during and after pregnancy may help keep female children out of jail later in life, according to a report published in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine. Researchers followed 400 families in a 27 year study, comparing a group of mothers who received prenatal and infancy home nurse visits with a group that did not. While 30% of girls in the group who did not receive nurse visits were arrested by age 19, only 10% of girls in the group who did receive visits were arrested.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Quitting Smoking Increases Risk of Diabetes, Americans With Depression Not Treated Properly, New Protein Targeted in Fight Against Breast Cancer
(January 4, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Baltimore - Quitting smoking ...
(January 4, 2010 - Insidermedicine) From Baltimore - Quitting smoking may result in an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a report published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Researchers studied nearly 11,000 adults for 17 years. Results showed that those who quit smoking were 70% more likely to develop type 2 diabetes within six years than those who had never smoked, an aspect that indicates the importance of weight control following smoking cessation and the importance of never smoking. From Detroit - According to a report published in the Archives of General Psychiatry, most Americans suffering from major depression do not receive adequate treatment for the condition. Researchers personally surveyed over 15,000 adults, finding that even though half of participants with depression received at least one form of therapy, only 21% actually received a form of therapy that met treatment guidelines. And finally, from Michigan - Scientists may have discovered a new target in the fight against breast cancer, according to a report published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation. Researchers studied human breast cancer stem cells in vitro, targeting the protein known as CXCR1 with an antibody. Results showed a decrease in cancer stem cells as well as the death of many remaining tumor cells.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Environmental Factors in Skin Aging, Operating Room Strategies, Virus Fighting Proteins Identified
(December 21, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Cleveland - It is ...
(December 21, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Cleveland - It is estimated that up 40% of skin aging is related to environmental factors. According to an analysis of 65 twin pairs, smoking, being overweight and not using sunscreen raise the risk of premature skin aging. The research, published in the Archives of Dermatology, also suggests that drinking alcohol may prevent premature skin aging. From Providence - According to research published in the Archives of Surgery, surgeons who run their ORs like a aviation cockpit may make surgical error less likely. Based on lessons learned from the aviation industry, surgical teams from Brown University implemented a series of checklists to improve communication and reduce errors. The process has resulted in 100% compliance and an improved feeling of self-empowerment among staff. And finally, from Boston - A new family of proteins has been identified that may lower the risk of getting the flu and may one day help in treating other viral infections. A research team from Harvard, studying human and mouse cells, identified the flu-fighting proteins that slowed most virus particles, including the H1N1 virus from infecting cells at the earliest stage in the virus lifecycle.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Alcohol Outlets Play Role in Alcohol Problems of Young Adults, Smoking Mutates DNA, New Blood Clotting Agent to Help Wounded Soldiers
(December 18, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From California - According to ...
(December 18, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From California - According to a report published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research, underage and young adults may have more alcohol related problems depending on the amount and type of alcohol outlets that surround them. Researchers examined hospital discharge information, as well as demographic data regarding alcohol outlets, focusing on youth aged 18-20 and 21-29. They found that greater numbers of restaurants were associated with more traffic accidents and greater numbers of bars were associated with more assault injuries. From the UK - Scientists have found that smoking can mutate a person's DNA, according to a report published in the journal Nature. A large international study identified almost 23,000 genetic mutations in lung cancer cells. As a result, researchers estimate that people attain one genetic mutation for every 15 cigarettes smoked--emphasizing that every time these mutations occur, they have a chance to 'hit' a cancer gene. And finally, from Cleveland - According to a report published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, scientists have developed a new blood clotting agent that may help soldiers wounded in combat. Researchers developed synthetic platelets that, once injected into the patient, combine with natural platelets to form a blood clot and stop the bleeding. When injected in rats 20 seconds following an injury, bleeding time was reduced by 25%.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: In Hospital Kidney Injury Increases Risk of Mortality, Cutting TV Time Burns Calories in Overweight People, Natural Antiviral Protein Discovered
(December 17, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Massachusetts - Suffering an ...
(December 17, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Massachusetts - Suffering an acute kidney injury (AKI) in-hospital increases a patient's risk of mortality once released, according to a report published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Researchers studied over 83,000 patients who suffered sudden loss of their kidney function in-hospital, but did not undergo dialysis and survived a minimum of three months after their release from the hospital. Results showed that 30% of patients who suffered AKI died after two years, compared with only 16% of patients who did not suffer this injury. From California - According to a repot published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, watching less television burns calories in overweight adults. Researchers studied 36 overweight adults, having one group of participants cut their TV time in half while the other watched their normal amount. Results showed that the group of patients who watched less TV burned an extra 120 calories per day. And finally, back to Massachusetts - Researchers have identified naturally occurring proteins that help prevent viral infections, according to a report published in the journal Cell. Researchers found antiviral proteins in human and mouse cells, discovering that the proteins were able to either prevent or at least slow viruses--such as the seasonal flu, H1N1 influenza, West Nile virus, and the dengue virus--as soon as the infection started its course.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Less Education Linked to More Asthma Problems, FDA Recommends Preventive Use of Rosuvastatin, Nearsightedness On the Rise
(December 16, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Montreal – According to ...
(December 16, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Montreal – According to a report published in the journal Respiratory Research, researchers may have found a connection between education level and problems with asthma. Researchers studied over 800 adult patients, finding that those with less than 12 years of formal schooling were more likely to have worse control over their asthma symptoms as well as a 55% increased risk of going to the emergency department with an asthma related incident. From Washington – The FDA is now recommending that rosuvastatin can be used for preventive purposes, even in patients with no history of atherosclerosis. Researchers studied over 17,000 adult men and women who had no prior history of heart disease but had elevated c-reactive protein levels, administering rosuvastatin for nearly 2 years. Results showed a relative decrease of 44% in the amount of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death. And finally, from Bethesda – According to a report published in the Archives of Ophthalmology, the amount of people with nearsightedness has increased significantly in the past 30 years. Researchers examined information from the National Health and Nutrition Examination survey (NHANES), comparing the prevalence of nearsightedness (or, myopia) from 1971-1972 with 1999-2004. They found that the overall incidence of myopia increased from 25% in the earlier period to 41.6% in the later period.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Low Leptin Levels Linked to Alzheimer's Disease, Cystic Fibrosis Decreases with More Screening, Insomnia Connected to Childhood Medical Presentation
(December 15, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(December 15, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to a report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, high leptin levels may be associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers measured leptin levels of over 700 healthy patients at the beginning of the study, 198 of whom underwent brain MRIs 7 years later. Results showed that those with the lowest leptin levels had an absolute risk of 25% for Alzheimer's, while those with the highest levels had a risk of only 6%. From Italy - According to another report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers have noted an association between increased cystic fibrosis carrier screening and decreased newborns who have the condition. Researchers studied two Italian regions for 14 years; one had a limited CF screening program of only relatives of CF patients and couples undergoing in vitro fertilization, while the other was more comprehensive and screened infertile couples as well as couples who were of reproductive age. Results showed that the comprehensive screening region had a much more significant decrease in neonates born with CF than the region with limited screening. And finally, from Pennsylvania - Young children presenting with headaches and gastrointestinal regurgitation frequently have insomnia symptoms as well, according to a report published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. Researchers analyzed 700 children between 5 and 12 years old, surveying their parents on how the child slept. Results showed that children with gastrointestinal regurgitation were 3.3 times more likely to have symptoms of insomnia, while children with headaches were 2.3 times likely to suffer these symptoms.
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INSIDERMEDICINE VIDEO: Brain Plaques May Be Predictor of Alzheimer's, Protein Discovered that Helps Prevent Liver Cancer, Antidepressants Linked With Stroke, Death Risk
(December 14, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From St Louis - According ...
(December 14, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From St Louis - According to a study published in the Archives of Neurology, the presence of brain plaques in an otherwise healthy person may be a predictor of Alzheimer's disease later in life. For four years, researchers studied 150 adults aged 51 to 88, using positron emission tomography to image participant's brains. Over the course of the study, results showed that those who scanned positive for brain plaques would go on to demonstrate signs of mental impairment and a diagnosis of Alzheimer's, while those who scanned negative for plaques did not develop these problems. From San Diego - Scientists have discovered a protein that works to prevent liver cancer, according to a report published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Science. Researchers made a mouse model that lacked the TAK1 protein--a sort of 'switch' that signals other proteins that help keep liver cells from dying and thereby provide protection against cancer. They found a significantly high rate of liver cell death in these mice--as their livers overcompensated for the missing protein and consequently produced too many liver cells thereby leading to inflammation and cancer. And finally, from Washington - According to a report published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, antidepressants use in postmenopausal women is associated with an increased risk of stroke and death. Researchers examined data on over 160,000 women, finding that those who took antidepressants had an 45% increased risk of stroke and a 32% increased risk of death, though the overall risk of both were quite small.
