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Egypt Septuplets Stir Debate On Fertility Drugs Saturday, August 30, 2008 @ 10:23AMThe 27-year-old woman and her husband already had three children _ all girls. They badly wanted a boy, and she had not conceived in five years, so doctors gave her hormones.
Egypt septuplets stir debate on fertility drugs Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 3:13PMBy HADEEL AL-SHALCHI ALEXANDRIA, Egypt (AP) -- The 27-year-old woman and her husband already had three children _ all girls. They badly wanted a boy, and she had not conceived in five years, so doctors gave her hormones.
Egypt septuplets stir debate on fertility drugs Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 2:29PMTue, Aug 26, 2008 (11:27 a.m.) The 27-year-old woman and her husband already had three children _ all girls. They badly wanted a boy, and she had not conceived in five years, so doctors gave her hormones.
Egypt septuplets stir debate on fertility drugs Tuesday, August 26, 2008 @ 2:06PMThe 27-year-old woman and her husband already had three children _ all girls.
Thinking of a nip/tuck? Quit smoking first Sunday, August 17, 2008 @ 12:00PMLisa Morrison has always considered herself a pillar of health. She ate organic food, exercised and meditated. The only glitch in her otherwise exemplary existence was the pack of Marlboros that she had inhaled daily since age 18.
Some drugs are ineffective, research finds Sunday, August 17, 2008 @ 3:07AM Cholesterol-lowering statins don’t reduce your risk of a heart attack — unless you’ve already had one. Prostate exams for cancer in men older than 75 don’t help much and can lead to harm. Methodical monthly breast self-exams won’t reduce your chances of dying of breast cancer. Reducing blood-sugar levels in people with diabetes apparently doesn’t protect them from heart attacks, strokes ...
Nigeria: Life Expectancy - Why Country is Not Improving Friday, August 1, 2008 @ 6:40AMIf there is any country that is unserious with the healthcare system and other issues of human interest, no doubt it is Nigeria. Government has so much trivialised all matters, including the lives of the people. Various administrations have come and gone, yet no improvement on the health sector.
Amgen announces positive results for denosumab treatment of bone loss in men Thursday, July 17, 2008 @ 4:47AMAmgen announced findings from a three-year pivotal phase 3 placebo-controlled trial evaluating denosumab in the treatment of bone loss in men undergoing androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for non-metastatic prostate cancer.
Positive Top-Line Results For Denosumab Treatment Of Bone Loss In Men With Non-Metastatic Prostate Cancer Undergoing ... Tuesday, July 15, 2008 @ 6:05AMAmgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) announced findings from a three-year pivotal Phase 3 placebo-controlled trial evaluating denosumab in the treatment of bone loss in men undergoing androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for non-metastatic prostate cancer.
Uganda: Why We Must Worry About a Big Population Friday, July 11, 2008 @ 5:46AMThe rate at which Ugandans are reproducing may have far-reaching negative implications if things to continue this way. We are headed for a man-made catastrophe, in which we are likely to fight for space, food or even fresh air.
Nigeria: Maternal Health - More Than Just Reproductive Health Wednesday, July 9, 2008 @ 10:15AMAs the world and developing countries like Nigeria strive to attain the ideals of the Millennium Development Goals and MDG 5 in particular, there is an urgent need to reconsider our collective tendency to restrict the issue of maternal mortality to just the reproductive health of women.
New England Journal Of Medicine Publishes Results From Two Of The Landmark Phase III RECORD Studies With Rivaroxaban Saturday, June 28, 2008 @ 6:17AMData from two Phase III clinical trials published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), demonstrated that the investigational anticoagulant rivaroxaban (Xarelto®), taken as one tablet daily, is significantly more effective than enoxaparin, a current standard of care, in preventing venous blood clots in total hip and knee replacement surgery patients.
Bay Area News in Brief Friday, June 27, 2008 @ 4:50AMOAKLAND BART argues against easing ban on drinks BART would need to add 12 or more police officers and expand cleaning crews if a ban on drinking beverages on trains was altered to allow coffee in licensed "sippy" cups, BART General Manager Dorothy Dugger said in a memo to the board.
News From The Journal Of The National Cancer Institute June 24 Wednesday, June 25, 2008 @ 7:20AMIdentification of a Tumor Suppressor Gene Associated with Patient Outcome in NeuroblastomaExpression of the CHD5 gene is frequently down-regulated in neuroblastomas, and patients whose tumors lacked CHD5 expression were more likely to have shorter event-free and overall survival compared with patients whose tumors expressed CHD5.
Also in the June 24 JNCI Tuesday, June 24, 2008 @ 4:12PMExpression of the CHD5 gene is frequently down-regulated in neuroblastomas, and patients whose tumors lacked CHD5 expression were more likely to have shorter event-free and overall survival compared with patients whose tumors expressed CHD5.
Edwina Froehlich, 93; helped start La Leche League to promote breast-feeding Thursday, June 19, 2008 @ 12:11AM
DJ HUGIN NEWS/Major independent trial demonstrates significant anticancer benefit of Zometa® in women with early-stage ... Saturday, May 31, 2008 @ 10:50AMCorporate news announcement processed and transmitted by Hugin ASA. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Major Independent Trial Demonstrates Significant Anticancer Benefit of Zometa(R) in Premenopausal Women With ... Saturday, May 31, 2008 @ 10:15AM New data presented today showed that Zometa® offered a significant anticancer benefit for premenopausal women with hormone-sensitive, early-stage breast cancer. The study found that Zometa when added to hormone therapy, following surgery, significantly reduced the risk of cancer returning or death by 36% beyond clinical benefits achieved with hormone therapy alone.
Second Phase III Study of Avastin Plus Chemotherapy Shows Improved Progression-Free Survival in Women with Advanced ... Saturday, May 31, 2008 @ 10:01AM CHICAGO----Genentech, Inc. today announced that Avastin® , in combination with docetaxel chemotherapy, significantly increased the time women with metastatic breast cancer receiving first-line therapy lived without their disease advancing, as defined by the primary endpoint of progression-free survival .
Routine Screening Of Breast Cancer Patients For Symptoms Of Sub-Clinical Lymphoedema Leads To Better Clinical Outcomes Tuesday, May 20, 2008 @ 8:12AMBreast cancer patients should undergo routine surveillance for sub-clinical lymphoedema, concludes a study published in Cancer. The study, which was conducted in the US, showed that compression garments introduced early in the course of lymphoedema can be used to effectively treat the sub clinical condition.
Zimbabwe: Stealth Often Works With Public Health Issues Monday, May 12, 2008 @ 7:13AMOne of the ways health may be affected, for good or ill, is by processes or actions that the individual, or even the community does not immediately associate with disease or "going to the doctor".
Nigeria: How Ignorance of Contraceptive Use Fuels Maternal Mortality Monday, May 5, 2008 @ 4:33AMIn this part of the world when myths are created around a subjectmatter, it becomes very difficult to erase. Experts say this is the kind of misconception woven around contraceptive use in Nigeria thereby fuelling maternal mortality.
Soy and Your Bones: Evidence for a Bone Building Effect Tuesday, April 22, 2008 @ 2:17AMDid you know that compounds found in certain foods, such as soy, can mimic the effects of estrogen? Read here to learn more about these compounds, known as phytoestrogens, and how they may affect health issues associated with low estrogen levels, particularly bone health.
Popular New Videos Friday, April 18, 2008 @ 2:26PMSubscribe to the free TeenMusic.com newsletter and be one step ahead of your friends! Rapper Kanye West blames his late mother for his love of big-bosomed women - because she spent "too long" breastfeeding him as a baby.
Kanye West - West Credits Mother With Big Breast Love Thursday, April 17, 2008 @ 3:16PMRapper KANYE WEST blames his late mother for his love of big-bosomed women - because she spent "too long" breastfeeding him as a baby. The Stronger hitmaker admits ...
Popular west Boca teen dies after breast surgery Monday, March 24, 2008 @ 9:27PMStephanie Kuleba had a charmed life: captain of the varsity cheerleading squad at West Boca High, a near perfect grade point average, barbie-doll looks and a ticket to the University of Florida, where she would start her journey toward becoming a medical doctor.
Kelly Rowland Upgrades: Admits to Getting Plastic Surgery Friday, March 7, 2008 @ 5:42PM Kelly Rowland Upgrades: Admits to Getting Plastic Surgery Former Destiny’s Child Singer Received Breast Enlargement
Despite 5,000 lawsuits, Wyeth and US endocrinologist group hope for HRT comeback Wednesday, February 27, 2008 @ 1:04AMAreduction in a jury award for a drug that caused cancer from $134 million to $58 million would not normally be cause to rejoice. But it has not been a normal year for hormone maker Wyeth.
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval of Avastin in Combination With Paclitaxel Chemotherapy for First-Line Treatment of ... Friday, February 22, 2008 @ 4:24PMGenentech, Inc. (NYSE:DNA) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval for Avastin(R) (bevacizumab), in combination with paclitaxel chemotherapy, for the treatment of patients who have not received chemotherapy for their metastatic HER2-negative breast cancer. The approval is based on a Phase III study (E2100) that showed that Avastin in ...
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval of Avastin in Combination With Paclitaxel Chemotherapy for First-Line Treatment of ... Friday, February 22, 2008 @ 4:14PMGenentech, Inc. (6526;NYSE:DNA) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted
Scientific Articles Thursday, February 21, 2008 @ 3:45PMBiomechanics of Massive Rotator Cuff Tears: Implications for Treatment Matthew L. Hansen, James C. Otis, Jared S. Johnson, Frank A. Cordasco, Edward V. Craig, and Russell F. Warren J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2008;90:316-325.
Foot/Ankle Thursday, February 21, 2008 @ 3:44PMUnacceptable Complications Following Intra-Articular Injection of Yttrium 90 in the Ankle Joint for Diffuse Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis Jacob Bickels, Josephine Isaakov, Yehuda Kollender, and Isaac Meller J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2008;90:326-328.
Adult Hip Thursday, February 21, 2008 @ 3:43PMThe Rationale for Tilt-Adjusted Acetabular Cup Navigation Jürgen W. Babisch, Frank Layher, and Louis-Philippe Amiot J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2008;90:357-365.
Health calendar Tuesday, February 19, 2008 @ 5:13AMEVENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS LifeSouth Community Blood Drive will be from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 20 in classroom 1 of Jackson Hospital. Jackson uses LifeSouth for 99 percent of its blood needs and uses more than 7,000 units of blood each year. Donors must be at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds to be eligible, and must have a photo ID. For more information call 293-8805. The American Heart ...
Advertisement starts Friday, February 1, 2008 @ 10:46PMprofessor. Mother and son co-founded the Kanye West Foundation, which aims to keep inner-city youth in school and improve literacy. She inspired the song "Hey Mama," which is featured on her son’s Grammy-winning 2005 album "Late Registration."
Bariatric breakthrough old news at Geisinger Monday, January 28, 2008 @ 2:43AMDANVILLE — An Australian medical study linking obesity surgery to a reduction, and in some cases a complete recovery, of diabetes has made waves in the media lately.
17.01.2008 - DJ HUGIN NEWS/Novartis achieves record results in 2007 underscoring benefits of strategic healthcare ... Thursday, January 17, 2008 @ 4:21AMCorporate news announcement processed and transmitted by Hugin ASA. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. =--------------------------------------------------------------------- =-------------
Novartis achieves record results in 2007 underscoring benefits of strategic healthcare portfolio Thursday, January 17, 2008 @ 1:00AM * Group results in 2007 set new record as net sales rise 8% to USD 39.8 billion and net income reaches USD 12.0 billion with earnings per share up 68% to USD 5.15
Obesity in children Monday, January 14, 2008 @ 1:03PMIn our culture, a chubby kid is somehow considered a healthy child. Most TV commercials today use plump and rotund children in their food and vitamin ads. This sends a wrong and dangerous message, and a disservice to the public, especially to our youngsters. Nothing is farther from the truth.
Nigeria: Quality Life Beckons for Ebonyi Women, Children Wednesday, January 9, 2008 @ 5:15AMBennett Oghifo writes that former President Jimmy Carter of the United States moved his Foundation into Ebonyi State with a resolve to eradicate the guinea worm scourge ravaging the poor population.
Bristol-Myers’ leukaemia drug Sprycel causes significant pleural effusions that have led patients to discontinue ... Thursday, January 3, 2008 @ 6:06AMThis article is provided to FT.com readers by Pharmawire —a news service focused on providing insight into the most price sensitive issues in the global pharmaceutical market.
UNICEF cites child health progress, work remains Sunday, December 9, 2007 @ 7:12PM Source: Reuters By Will Dunham WASHINGTON, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Progress in expanding breast-feeding and fighting measles and malaria has improved the health of children worldwide, but many in developing nations still ...
Katie Lee Joel to Conduct Free, Hands-On, Holiday Cooking Demonstration for Local Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease Friday, December 7, 2007 @ 1:44PMHOUSTON , Dec. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Celebrity chef Katie Lee Joel and Shire Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: SHPGY ), the global biopharmaceutical company, today announced that Katie will be conducting a free cooking demonstration at the Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown from 1-3 PM tomorrow, Saturday, December 8th , for local patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and their families.
Genentech Provides Update from Avastin FDA Advisory Meeting Wednesday, December 5, 2007 @ 4:13PM GAITHERSBURG, Md.----Genentech, Inc. announced today that the Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee appointed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration voted 5 to 4 that data are not sufficient to establish a favorable risk/benefit analysis for the use of Avastin® , in combination with paclitaxel chemotherapy, for the treatment of patients who have not received chemotherapy for their locally ...