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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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Hypertension Rates On the Rise, Vitamin K Does Not Benefit BMD, Caffeine Does Not Increase Overall Breast Cancer Risk
(October 15, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - Researchers from ...
(October 15, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - Researchers from the National Institutes of Health are reporting that the number of Americans with high blood pressure is rising, in large part due to the increasing obesity rate. The researchers found that, as of 2004, 29% of adults had high blood pressure, a 5% increase from the previous decade, with another 30% suffering from prehypertension. High blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart attack, and kidney failure. From Toronto - According to research in Public Library of Science Medicine, vitamin K supplements do not stop age-related bone loss. In a study of 440 women with osteopenia, vitamin K, which is typically found in leafy green vegetables, was found to be no better at preventing the loss of bone mineral density than placebo. However, those taking vitamin K supplements were less likely to suffer a fracture or be diagnosed with cancer. And finally, from Boston - According to research in the Archives of Internal Medicine, caffeine consumption does not increase the overall risk of breast cancer. In a study of over 38,000 women, researchers found no statistically significant association between caffeine and overall breast cancer risk. However, the researchers warn that women who consume a high amount of caffeine may increase their risk of breast cancer if they already have benign breast disease. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Moderate Alcohol Intake Reduces Brain Volume, Vioxx Confirmed to Increase Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, New Vitamin D Recommendations for Children
(October 14, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Wellesley - According to ...
(October 14, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Wellesley - According to research in the Archives of Neurology, a glass of wine every night may help the heart but hurt the brain. In a study of over 1,800 people, most of whom reported drinking just one to seven alcoholic beverages per week, increased alcohol consumption was associated with decreasing brain volume. The decline in brain volume was noted to be greater than what would be expected from age alone, and was associated more strongly in women. From Texas - Research in the Lancet has confirmed that the arthritis drug Vioxx doubles the risk of strokes and heart attacks. In a study of over 2,100 patients, 59 people taking Vioxx suffered a major event compared to 34 people in the placebo group. However, after a year off treatment the risk dropped back to normal. While Vioxx is no longer on the market, the researchers warn that their findings may apply to similar drugs such as Celebrex and other non-aspirin NSAIDs. And finally, from Boston - The American Academy of Pediatrics has doubled the recommended daily intake of vitamin D in children. The new guidelines state that children should start receiving 400 international units (IU) of vitamin D each day. The primary purpose of this new recommendation is to help prevent rickets in children, while recent evidence also shows that vitamin D may help fight infections, autoimmune diseases, cancer and diabetes. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Climate Change May Allow Spread of 'Deadly Dozen' Diseases, HHS Releases New Guidelines for Fitness, Obese People and Behavior at Buffet Restaurants
(October 10, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Barcelona - According to ...
(October 10, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Barcelona - According to health experts from the Wildlife Conservation Society, climate change may allow several diseases to spread into new regions around the world. The diseases identified have been dubbed the "deadly dozen" and include the avian flu, ebola, cholera and tuberculosis. The researchers suggest that as climate change disturbs weather patterns it will have a significant effect on the health of wild animals and, consequently, on the health of humans and global economies. From Washington - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released new guidelines to make it easier for people to keep fit. The new recommendations suggest getting about 5 hours of moderate exercise, or 2.5 hours of intensive exercise each week to stay healthy. The guidelines also state that physical activity can help reduce the risk of dying early from heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and depression. And finally, from New York - According to research in the journal Obesity, those who are obese behave differently in buffet restaurants than those of normal weight. In a study of 213 people at 11 all-you-can-eat Chinese buffets, researchers found that 42% of obese diners faced the buffet while eating, compared to 27% of normal weight diners. In addition, overweight diners sat about 16 feet closer to the food, used larger plates, and ate with forks instead of chopsticks - factors that can all contribute to overeating. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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St. John's Wort for Major Depression, Infliximab for Mild to Moderate Crohn's Disease, Red Wine Lowers Lung Cancer Risk in Smokers
(October 9, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Munich - According to ...
(October 9, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Munich - According to research from the Cochrane Collaboration, St. John's Wort can effectively treat symptoms of major depression. In a review of 29 studies that included nearly 5,500 participants with major depression, researchers found that those who took St. John's Wort experienced results that were superior to placebo and similar to standard antidepressants. In addition, those who took the herbal remedy experienced fewer side effects. From Orlando - According to research presented at the American College of Gastroenterology, treatment of mild to moderate Crohn's disease with infliximab works better than the immunosuppressant azathioprine. In a study of over 500 patients, researchers found that 30% of those taking azathioprine achieved remission, compared to 44% of those taking infliximab and over 56% of those who received combination therapy. And finally, from California - According to research in the journal Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention, current and former smokers who drink red wine have a lower risk of lung cancer. In a study of over 84,000 men, those who had smoked at least 100 cigarettes in their lifetime and who drank at least one glass of red wine per day had a 60% reduction in lung cancer risk. However, no link was found between lung cancer risk and the consumption of beer, white wine, or liquor. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Non-Invasive Test for Down Syndrome, OTC Cough & Cold Meds Not For Those Under Age 4, Painkillers May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
(October 8, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From California - According to ...
(October 8, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From California - According to research in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers have developed a non-invasive test for detecting chromosomal disorders such as Down Syndrome in a fetus. The new method looks for the occurrence of abnormalities in the number of fetal chromosomes, and only requires a sample of the pregnant woman's blood. Due to the non-invasive nature of this test it does not carry the risk for miscarriage like other methods. From Washington - The Consumer Healthcare Products Association, a group representing drug manufacturers, has announced that children under the age of four should not use over-the-counter cough and cold medications. The announcement comes after concerns were voiced by scientists who wrote a petition citing a lack of efficacy for the drugs and concerns about safety. The companies involved will voluntarily change the labels on their drugs in time for this year's cold season. And finally, from Vancouver - According to research in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, painkillers may reduce the risk of breast cancer. In a review of 38 studies involving 2.7 million women, those who regularly took non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Aspirin and Advil had a 12% relative risk reduction for breast cancer compared to non-users. While these findings are encouraging, the researchers do not recommend routine use of painkillers for breast cancer prevention until randomized trials can confirm the results. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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CT Colonography Equally Effective as Colonoscopy, Antibiotics During Preterm Labor Raise Cerebral Palsy Risk, Sun Tanning Leads to DNA Damage
(September 18, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Arizona - According to ...
(September 18, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Arizona - According to research in the New England Journal of Medicine, a virtual colonoscopy is just as effective as a true colonoscopy. The virtual colonoscopy, dubbed CT colonography because it is performed using a CT scanner, was able to detect 90% of precancerous polyps that were 10 mm or larger. Unlike a normal colonoscopy, CT colonography requires no sedation, and is available at a significantly lower cost. From New York - According to research in the Lancet, antibiotics taken during preterm labor may increase the risk for cerebral palsy in some children. Researchers studied nearly 3,300 children and found that 4.4% of those whose mothers had taken antibiotics developed cerebral palsy, compared to 1.6% of those whose mothers had taken a placebo. The researchers noted that if women have signs of infection and antibiotics are clearly indicated, then they should not be refused. And finally, from the UK - According to a study in the journal Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research, there is no such thing as a safe tan. In a review of published studies, researchers found that both tans and skin cancer start with DNA damage caused by exposure to ultraviolet light. While getting out in the sun allows the body to produce vitamin D, the researchers note that people need far less UV exposure for this process to occur than it takes to get a tan. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy Benefits Babies, Gastric Bypass More Effective Than Gastric Banding, Surgeon Work Hour Limits Improve Patient Care
(September 17, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Cincinnati - According to ...
(September 17, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Cincinnati - According to research in the New England Journal of Medicine, receiving the flu vaccine during pregnancy may protect babies from infection. In a study of 340 pregnant women, researchers found that babies born to mothers who had been vaccinated had a 63% lower chance of becoming infected with influenza within the first 24 weeks after birth. Despite recommendations from the CDC, few expectant mothers currently receive the flu vaccine. From Dallas - According to research in the Annals of Surgery, gastric bypass is more likely to lead to successful weight loss than gastric banding. In a study of over 1,100 patients, 53% of those that underwent gastric bypass surgery lost 75% of their excess body weight, compared to only 9.8% of patients who underwent gastric banding. The pros and cons of each procedure must be measured, as bypass is a riskier surgery and banding requires more intensive follow-up. And finally, from California - According to research in the Archives of Surgery, limiting resident surgeon's work hours can reduce complications in patients undergoing gallbladder surgery. In a study of over 1,300 procedures performed before the implementation of an 80-hour work week, and over 1,100 procedures performed after the implementation, researchers found that the number of complications reported dropped from 5% to 2%. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Non-Invasive Weight-Loss Treatment, Deep Vein Thrombosis Common, Radical Diet & Exercise Regimen Delays Aging
(September 16, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Baltimore - According to ...
(September 16, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Baltimore - According to research in the journal Radiology, a treatment for varicose veins may provide an alternative to weight-loss surgery. Researchers injected sodium morrhuate, a chemical that destroys blood vessel tissue, into the gastric arteries of pigs and found that the procedure suppressed the production of the "hunger hormone" ghrelin. The researchers noted that the procedure produced results similar to bariatric surgery but with minimally invasive methods. From Washington - According to the U.S. Surgeon General's office, up to 600,000 Americans may suffer from blood clots called deep vein thromboses each year. The Surgeon General released a guide outlining how those at highest risk, including those who have had surgery recently, those over 65 and those taking birth control pills, can take steps to prevent DVT. Such steps include exercising, wearing loose-fiiting clothes and cutting down on salt intake. And finally, from California - According to research in the Lancet Oncology, a radical diet and exercise regimen may delay aging and increase life expectancy. In a study of 24 men with prostate cancer, those that followed a vegan diet and exercised nearly every day increased the level of telomeres in their body by 29%, which corresponded to decreased LDL cholesterol and stress levels. Telomeres work to stabilize chromosomes, and as they weaken cells age and die faster. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Broccoli Benefits COPD Patients, Breast Cancer Vaccine Fights Tumors, Eating Fish During Pregnancy Benefits Child
(September 15, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Baltimore - According to ...
(September 15, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Baltimore - According to the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, broccoli may help those suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Sulforapane, a compound found in broccoli, has been shown to help prevent damage to lung cells by increasing the activity of a particular gene in the cells. This finding comes in the wake of recent studies showing broccoli's protective effects against conditions such as heart disease and cancer. From Detroit - According to a study in the journal Cancer Research, an experimental breast cancer vaccine has been shown to fight tumors. In a study of mice, researchers found that the vaccine was able to eliminate tumors associated with HER2 positive cancer, including those that had developed resistance to drug treatment. HER2 positive cancers account for 20% to 30% of all breast cancers. And finally, from Boston - According to research in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, eating fish during pregnancy may result in higher development scores in children. Researchers found that the children of mothers who ate 58g of fish per day achieved higher developmental scores at 18 months than the children of mothers who ate only 5g of fish per day. To minimize exposure to contaminants such as mercury, experts recommend that pregnant women consume no more than 340g of seafood per week. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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Mediterranean Diet Protects Against Chronic Diseases, HIV Rates Higher Than Expected, Stressed Mothers More Likely to Have Overweight Children
(September 12, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Italy - According to ...
(September 12, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Italy - According to research in the British Medical Journal, the Mediterranean diet can protect against a wide range of chronic diseases. A meta-analysis has shown that the diet, which recommends low intake of meat, dairy and alcohol and high intake of fruit, vegetables, nuts, grains and fish, can help to reduce the number of deaths from conditions such as heart disease, cancer, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. From Atlanta - According to a study from the CDC, the spread of HIV in the U.S. is occurring at a faster rate than previously thought. The study found that 56,300 people were newly infected with HIV in 2006, about 40% more than previously estimated. According to the CDC, this study serves as an important reminder that the HIV epidemic is far from over, and resources must be directed at expanding screening programs and focusing prevention efforts on those at highest risk. And finally, from Illinois - According to research in the journal Pediatrics, mothers under significant stress are more likely to have overweight children. In a study of 841 children, those that lived in households where there was always enough to eat were more likely to be overweight if their mother's stress level rose above average, compared to households where there wasn't always enough food. The researchers suggest that maternal stress can reduce the time parents spend with their children, and their ability to shop for or cook healthy food. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
