Medical News
October 14th, 2009
Forget hypnosis, gum, or those fake cigarettes–a more effective solution to quitting smoking is now in the final stages of development. A Maryland company has received a $10 million dollar grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse to aid in the research of an anti-smoking vaccine.
The study is in phase III and will be [...]
October 13th, 2009
A new study has found that patients suffering from ulcerative colitis will benefit from being treated by infliximab (Remicade). This medication, which is easily ordered from any online Canadian pharmacy, may reduce the need for surgery by almost half.
Ulcerative colitis is a form of bowel disease that causes chronic inflammation in the colon. Often, patients [...]
October 13th, 2009
There is a new, simple way for people who suffer from diabetes or heart disease to lessen their risk for heart attack or stroke by 60%. A new study has found that by taking cheap prescription drugs to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure and a daily aspirin, chances of hospitalization decreased.
“If you have diabetes or [...]
October 8th, 2009
It is not a surprise that a new U.S. study is saying that in order to minimize deaths from H1N1 Swine flu pandemic vaccination should start as quickly as possible.
“Earlier — October versus November — vaccination saves more lives and costs less,” says Dr. Nayer Khazeni, the study’s lead researcher, from the division of pulmonary [...]
October 2nd, 2009
The H1N1 Swine flu has claimed the lives of 28 pregnant women in the United States creating worry from obstetricians and CDC investigators. The 28 victims of severe H1N1 swine flu were among 100 pregnant women throughout the country requiring hospitalization.
In the past, the flu has only drawn mild concern for pregnant women and to her fetus. It is not known whether H1N1 Swine flu is any worse.
October 1st, 2009
Acetaminophen, an ingredient in many common prescription and non-prescription drugs, has been recently linked to liver failure and death. It is found in Extra Strength Tylenol, NyQuil Cold & Flu Relief Liquid, Excedrin, and Canadian prescription drugs Percocet and Vicodin.
