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Hyponatremia Clinical Update, August 2, 2011
The latest clinical research into the causes and treatment of hyponatremia.
FDA Delays Prevnar Ruling
The FDA has delayed ruling on whether to allow use of Pfizer’s Prevnar 13 vaccine by adults 50 and older until January 2012.
Baby Gets Protective Benefits of DHA if Taken During Pregnancy
A recent study implies that taking in Omega 3 fatty acids during pregnancy protects babies against illness once they reach early infancy.
Naturally Produced Alzheimer's Weapon Indicates Better Future Treatments
Scientists have found that a molecular chaperone works to collect and detoxify high levels of Abeta found in Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers Find Genetic Connection to Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers in China report finding evidence of genetic links to rheumatoid arthritis and the related condition ankylosing spondylitis.
Social Deficits Linked to Autism, Schizophrenia Stimulated in Mice with New Technology
The research shows that the mice in the study displayed a brain-wave pattern that has been associated with autism and schizophrenia in human beings.
Fructose Consumption Increases Risk Factors for Heart Disease
Adults who consumed high fructose corn syrup as 25% of their daily calorie requirement had increased blood levels of cholesterol and triglycerides.
Institute Says Families Shifting From Private to Public Health Insurance for Children
Families are increasingly relying on public health insurance plans to provide coverage for their children, according to new research.
Hyponatremia Clinical Update, July 29, 2011
The latest in research on hyponatremia.
Merck Abandons Development of Migraine Drug
The pharmaceutical company announced today that it was abandoning development of telcagepant, a once-promising drug designed to treat acute migraines.
Medicare Part D Associated with Reduction in Nondrug Medical Spending
Implementation of Medicare Part D was associated with significant reductions in nondrug medical spending.
Powerful Flu-Fighting Antibody Discovered
A recently discovered antibody shows promise in fighting off a wide variety of flu viruses and could lead to the development of a universal flu vaccine.
Genetic Basis Found for Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Cancer
Researchers have linked mutations in three genes to Barrett’s Esophagus and esophageal cancer.
"Out-of-the-Blue" Panic Attacks Give Warning One Hour Beforehand
Panic attacks that appear to strike sufferers with no warning actually occur roughly one hour after significant physiological instabilities take place.
Babies With Low-Birth-Weight Do Not Undergo an Increase in Chronic Health Issues in Adolescence
Babies born with extremely low-birth-weight have found that the rates of chronic health conditions overall did not alter in childhood.
Non-Cocaine Topical Anesthetics Soothe Pain While Healing Skin Wounds
Topical anesthetics which do not contain cocaine effectively treat the pain of damaged and torn skin.
Gout Prevalence Swells In US Over Last Two Decades
A new study shows the prevalence of gout in the US has risen over the last 20 years and now affects 8.3 million (4%) Americans.
Hyponatremia Clinical Update, July 28, 2011
An update on the latest in clinical research in hyponatremia.
New Evidence Supports Use of Adrenaline to Treat Cardiac Arrest
New research provides the best evidence to date supporting the use of adrenaline to treat cardiac arrest.
Gout Clinical Update, July 28, 2011
The latest in clinical research into gout and related disorders.

 




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