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Heart Disease :: Important findings on undiagnosed coronary syndrome

In as many as 3 million U.S. women with coronary heart disease, cholesterol plaque may not build up into major blockages, but instead spreads evenly throughout the artery wall. As a result, diagnostic coronary angiography reveals that these women have clear arteries – no blockages incorrectly indicating low risk. Despite this, many of these women have a high risk for heart attack, according to newly published research from the National Institutes of Health.

Influenza :: Fraudulent, unapproved influenza related products

FDA considers the sale of unlicensed or unapproved influenza – related products as a potentially significant threat to the public health and is taking measures to protect consumers from fraudulent products that claim to prevent or treat seasonal or avian (bird) influenza in people.

Diet :: Vegetarian Protein Diet Cuts Health Risk

A high protein diet can help reduce blood pressure – but only if it comes from vegetables, researchers reported.

Heart Disease :: Whole grains may reduce heart risk in elderly

Older adults who regularly eat whole grains like high-fiber cereals and cooked oatmeal may be less likely to develop a cluster of conditions that raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests.

Hypertension :: Vegetable rich diet may help cut blood pressure

Eating a vegetable rich diet may help cut blood pressure, which can consequently reduce the risk of heart attacks or strokes, says a new study reiterating what your mother always said when she asked you to finish the greens.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome :: Probiotic Relieves Irritable Bowel Syndrome

When Dr. Eamonn M. M. Quigley of the University Cork College in Ireland, and team, tested the beneficial strain of bacteria called Bifidobacterium infantis 35624 on lab animals, the researchers found that this probiotic had a modulating effect, stabilizing both diarrhea and constipation.

Psoriasis :: Sea, Salt, and Sun

Some psoriasis sufferers have tried salt water to relieve their itchy or painful skin. Some have even made pilgrimages to the world’s saltiest lake, the Dead Sea.

Psoriasis :: Worm eggs may help inflammatory condition

Parasitic worm eggs may hold the key to treating inflammatory conditions such as lung diseases and psoriasis, Irish researchers say.

Asthma :: Simple Test Gauges Childhood Asthma Control

A simple seven-question quiz called the Childhood Asthma Control Test is a reliable and accurate method of assessing asthma control in children four to 11 years old, a new study found.

Cholesterol :: Stress can cause cholesterol levels to climb

Stress can cause cholesterol levels to climb, researchers here have found. A study of 199 men and women here found that “a person’s reaction to stress is one mechanism through which higher lipid levels may develop,” said epidemiologist Andrew Steptoe, D.Sc., of University College London.