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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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VIDEO: Chemotherapy Plus Radiation Works For Advanced Head and Neck Cancer Patients, Pregnant Women With Anxiety Likely to Have Small Baby, Lifestyle Affects Diabetes Risk
(October 29, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - According ...
(October 29, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - According to a report published in the Lancet Oncology, using both chemotherapy and radiotherapy for advanced head and neck cancer patients significantly improves their chances of survival. Researchers followed the outcomes nearly 1000 patients who had advanced head and neck cancer. They found that those who underwent both chemotherapy and radiotherapy saw their survival increase by 1.2 years over those who underwent radiotherapy alone From Pittsburgh - Women who suffer from anxiety during their pregnancy are more likely to have small babies, according to a report published in Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology. Researchers studied a group of pregnant women, adjusting for factors such as race, drug use, and alcohol use. They found that women who suffered from chronic and severe anxiety were more likely to have a small baby, particularly when the anxiety took place in the third trimester. And finally, from St. Louis - According to a report published in The Lancet, lifestyle changes dramatically reduce ones risk of type 2 diabetes. Researchers examined results from the Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study, a ten year follow up of over 3200 overweight patients who participated in the Diabetes Prevention Program. They found that intensive lifestyle changes--such as exercise and reduced caloric intake--resulted in a 34% reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
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VIDEO: Migraines Linked With Stroke Risk, Dialysis Patients At Risk From Both Cardiovascular and Non Cardiovascular Causes, Alzheimer's Patients With Diabetes Lose Memory Slower
(October 28, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(October 28, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to a report published in the British Medical Journal, people who suffer migraines are at increased risk of stroke. Researchers analyzing 9 studies noted a 73% increase in stroke risk in those who had migraines. The risk was even higher in those who had migraine with preceding aura. From the Netherlands - Both non-cardiovascular and cardiovascular causes increase mortality rates among dialysis patients, according to a report published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Researchers compared mortality rates of over 120, 000 dialysis patients to the general population. For dialysis patients, they found that nearly 40% of deaths came from cardiovascular causes while over 50% were the result of non-cardiovascular problems. And finally, from France - Scientists have found that Alzheimer's patients with diabetes actually lose their memory slower than those without diabetes, according to a report published in the journal Neurology. Researchers studied over 600 patients with Alzheimer's disease--10% of whom had diabetes--testing their memory twice a year for four years. Results showed that the patients without diabetes suffered a more rapid cognitive decline that those with the condition.
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VIDEO: Middle Aged Women More Commonly Suffer Heart Attacks But Less Likely to Die From Them, Increased Risk of Venous Thromboembolism For Obese People
(October 27, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From California – According to ...
(October 27, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From California – According to a report published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, middle aged women are more commonly suffering heart attacks now than in the last 20 years. Researchers examined data on over 8,000 adults who participated in both National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys. They found that rates of myocardial infarctions among women 35-54 increased from .7% in 1988 to 1% in 2004. From Atlanta – While heart attack rates are increasing for middle aged women, mortality rates from these heart attacks are decreasing, according to another study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. Using data from the National Registry of Myocardial Infarction, researchers analyzed the amount of inhospital deaths that occured following an MI among over 900 000 patients. They found that, for middle aged women, deaths from heart attacks decreased over 50%. And finally, from Denmark - According to a report published in the journal Circulation, obesity increases risk of venous thromboembolism, especially when ones excess weight is around the waist and hips. Researchers analyzed data from the Danish "Diet, Cancer, and Health" study, examining the results of over 57,000 adult men and women. For every 5 cm increase in waist circumference, there was an 18% increased risk for men for both deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism and a 21% increased risk for women.
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VIDEO: Many Children Are Vitamin D Deficient, New Way to Treat Internal Bleeding Discovered, FDA Approves Use of Emergency IV Antiviral
(October 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(October 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to a report published in the journal Pediatrics, many children in the US do not get adequate vitamin D. Researchers studied nearly 3,000 blood tests of children aged 1-11. They found that at least 1 in 5 children were Vitamin D deficient, an aspect that raises their risk for other medical problems such as brittle bones. From Oklahoma - Scientists have identified a new way to treat internal bleeding, according to a report published in the journal Nature Medicine. Researchers discovered how certain proteins enter the blood stream and damage blood vessel lining, leading to internal bleeding. In pre-clinical trials, scientists used an antibody to disrupt this process and block the proteins. The trials showed promising results with no side effects, a discovery that could prove life saving for both car crash victims and soldiers injured in combat. And finally, from Washington - The FDA has approved emergency use of an intravenous flu treatment. The drug--called Peramivir, the only antiviral treatment given intravenously--can be used on both children and adults. However, it is to be used only when the patient is non-responsive to oral or inhaled antivirals, and treatment through inhalation or enterally is not expected to be effective or feasible.
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VIDEO: Lupus And Depression Raise Risk of Cardiovascular Event, Diabetes and Schizophrenia Together Connected To Heart Disease, Even Low Alcohol Consumption Bad For Health
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(October 23, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Philadelphia – According to research presented at the American College of Rheumatology meeting, patients with lupus who suffer depression are at an even greater risk for cardiovascular disease. Researchers studied over 150 women with lupus and who had no prior history of cardiac problems. Results showed that lupus patients with meaningful symptoms of depression were nearly 4 times more likely to suffer atherosclerosis. From Montreal – According to research presented at the International Diabetes Federation World Congress of Diabetes, having both diabetes and schizophrenia increases ones likelihood of suffering a cardiovascular event. Researchers studied the health records of over 125,000 diabetic patients, 2,952 of whom had both diabetes and schizophrenia. They found that patients with both conditions were at a 20% increased risk of heart disease, and also, 49% less likely to have revascularization to treat the cardiovascular event. And finally, from Sweden – Even low alcohol consumption may be bad for ones general health, according to a report published in the journal Cost Effectiveness and Resource Allocation. Researchers analyzed the amount of medical care costs and events that were alcohol related, using information from the 2002 Swedish Social Cost of Alcohol Project. They found that men who drank at most 5 units of alcohol a day, and women who drank 2.5 units a day, were responsible for more health service costs than people who did not drink alcohol.
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VIDEO: Coffee Good For Hepatitis C Patients, Superobesity and Comorbidity Linked to Death Risk Following Bariatric Surgery, H1N1 Disproportionately Attacks Youth Under 25
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(October 21, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - Drinking lots of coffee is beneficial for patients with chronic hepatitis C, according to a report published in the journal Hepatology. Researchers studied over 750 patients with Hepatitis C for nearly 4 years. Patients who drank at least three cups of coffee a day were 53% less likely to see their liver disease progress. From North Carolina - According to a report published in the Archives of Surgery, patients who are 'super obese' and those with a higher comorbidity burden are more likely to die following bariatric surgery. Researchers studied the records of over 800 patients who underwent bariatric surgery. Results showed that patients with a body mass index higher than 50 were twice as likely to die a year after the surgery, while those with a high comorbidity score were three times as likely to die. And finally, from Atlanta - The CDC continues to assert that the H1N1 flu disproportionately affects people under 25 years of age. 54% of hospitalizations for H1N1 and 24% of H1N1 related deaths are people under 25. Complications from the flu are more likely to occur in pregnant women and people with asthma.
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VIDEO: Residents Unfamiliar With Skin Cancer Exams, Short Antibiotic Course After Tonsillectomy Still Effective, Internet Good For Brain Function in Older Adults
(October 20, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(October 20, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to a report published in the Archives of Dermatology, residents are inadequately trained to conduct skin cancer exams. Researchers surveyed over 300 residents from four different programs. They found that 55% of these residents said they had never even seen a skin cancer exam, while 76% maintained that they had never been taught how to conduct one. From New York - Putting children on a shorter antibiotic course following tonsillectomy is still effective, according to a report published in the Archives of Otolaryngology--Head & Neck Surgery. Researchers studied nearly 50 tonsillectomy patients 1-13 years old, administering amoxicillin for three days after the procedure, and then either placebo or amoxicillin for four more days. Results showed that there was no difference between the two groups, as both groups of children took the same amount of time to get back to normal. And finally, from Chicago - Browsing the internet may have a positive effect on brain function, according to a report presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience. Researchers studied brain scans of over 20 adults 55 to 78 years old; half were experienced with the internet, while the other half was not. MRI results showed that those with experience with the internet had much higher levels of brain activation, while the inexperienced group showed improvements in brain function after merely a few days of surfing the internet.
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VIDEO: Children Under 2 More Likely to Have Unhealthy Diet, Turtles Connected to 2007 Salmonella Outbreak, Weight Loss Linked With Reduced Risk of Osteoarthritis in Knee
(October 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Denver - According to ...
(October 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Denver - According to a report presented at the American Dietetic Association meeting, children 1 to 2 years old are at increased risk of having an unhealthy diet. Researchers studied over 3300 children with the Feeding Infants and Toddler Survey. Though these children have seen their diets improve over the past six years, results showed that they still consume too much saturated fat and not enough fruits or vegetables. From Atlanta - Small turtles still being sold in pet stores across the US are again being linked with a salmonella outbreak, according to a report published in the journal Pediatrics. Researchers noted that, during a 2007 salmonella outbreak, 107 infections involved the same salmonella strain. In fact, of the 78 patients interviewed, 60% reported coming in contact with a turtle shortly before their illness. Researchers maintain that children who handle turtles are at a 41 times increased risk of salmonella. And finally, from Philadelphia - According to a report presented at the American College of Rheumatology meeting, overweight people who lose moderate amount of weight are at a reduced risk of osteoarthritis of the knee. Researchers studied over 1,400 men and women 45 and older for up to six years. People who gained weight or maintained their weight were more likely to develop knee OA than people who lost even 5% of their weight
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VIDEO: Acetaminophen in Infants Post-Vaccination Weakens Immune Response, Angiography Safe For Kidney Transplant Patients, Researchers Uncertain About Health Effects of Marijuana
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(October 16, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From the Czech Republic - According to a report published in The Lancet, giving infants acetaminophen may weaken their immune system's response to vaccination. Researchers studied two groups of infants--one that received frequent acetaminophen doses a day after vaccination while the other was given nothing. Children in the acetaminophen group showed a considerably weaker immune response to vaccination. From London - Kidney transplant patients are safe to undergo coronary angiography to assess the health of their heart prior to surgery, according to a report published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Researchers studied 76 patients who had late stage chronic kidney disease and were candidates for transplant surgery. They found that kidney function was not noticeably affected before or after the angiography. And finally, from Australia - Scientists have been unable to pinpoint the precise health effects of smoking marijuana, according to research published in The Lancet. Researchers reviewed nearly 100 studies examining the effects of smoking marijuana. While they found a connection between THC blood levels and car crashes, they could not form a solid link between the drug and other health concerns such as schizophrenia.
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VIDEO: Advanced Dementia A Terminal Illness, CDC Recommends N95 Respirators, Severe H1N1 At Risk For Pulmonary Embolism
(October 15, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(October 15, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to a report published in the New England Journal of Medicine, patients with advanced dementia should be considered to have a terminal illness. Researchers studied over 300 patients in various nursing homes who were suffering from advanced dementia. They found that the death rate of advanced dementia patients was nearly as high as some end-stage cancers. From Atlanta - The CDC has updated their H1N1 protection guidelines for healthcare workers across the globe. Specifically, the CDC is recommending that healthcare workers use N95 respirators to best prevent transmission of the influenza. If these masks are not available, the CDC maintains that surgical masks can be used instead. And finally, from Michigan - According to a report published in the American Journal of Roentgenology, patients suffering from severe H1N1 flu are at increased risk of pulmonary embolism. Researchers studied imaging results of over 60 patients, 14 of whom required mechanical ventilation. Results showed that 5 of these patients suffered a pulmonary emboli, compared to none of the 52 patients with a less severe form of the flu.
