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Autism :: Risperdal for treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new use of one of the leading prescription antipsychotic medications, RISPERDAL(R) (risperidone), for the treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder, including symptoms of aggression, deliberate self-injury, temper tantrums, and quickly changing moods, in children and adolescents aged 5 to 16 years.(1) This is the first time the FDA has approved any medication for use in children and adolescents with autism.

ADHD :: NRP104 (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate) for the treatment of adhd

Shire plc announced that its collaborative partner New River Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: NRPH) has received an approvable letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for NRP104 (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate), for the treatment of pediatric Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Asthma :: Mutual recognition procedure for Symbicort maintenance n reliever therapy Symbicort smart

AstraZeneca announced that it has successfully completed the European Union Mutual Recognition Procedure (MRP) for Symbicort? Maintenance And Reliever Therapy (Symbicort SMART?). This new asthma treatment approach allows patients to use just one inhaler for both maintenance and relief of asthma symptoms.

Nutrition :: Researchers look to solve mystery behind egcg and probiotics

When talking about nutrition, EGCG and probiotics are two words that we’ve been hearing a lot about these days. But most consumers don’t know what they are, where they are found and what they do. Some of that mystery was cleared up this week at the 47th Annual Symposia of the American College of Nutrition (ACN) where leading nutrition experts revealed new research about the health benefits of these two ingredients.

Neurology :: What is neuroprotection?

Neuroprotection is the mechanisms and strategies used to protect against neuronal injury or degeneration in the Central Nervous System (CNS) following acute disorders (e.g. stroke or nervous system injury/trauma) or as a result of chronic neurodegenerative diseases (e.g. Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Multiple Sclerosis).

Arthritis :: Trigosamine Jointcare Supplement, Maximum Strength Caplets

Maximum Strength Jointcare: A scientifically – advanced, once-a-day formulation that not only helps build and maintain healthy joints and cartilage, but also helps relieve joint discomfort. The new, improved formula offers smooth, steady, extended release of three powerful compounds for all day joint comfort.

Dengue Fever :: Liquid diet recommended in dengue fever – Yoga and Naturopathy

According to Naturopaths the energy needed for digestion if diverted to elimination can benefit those affected with dengue. “A dengue affected person is put on complete liquid diet. The affected person may be given fruit juice, vegetable soups but no solid diet, neither solid fruit. Thus the energy required for digestion is diverted towards elimination,” Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy Assistant Director Dr Rajiv Rastogi said.

Dengue Fever :: Prevention of Dengue Fever

To prevent the infection of dengue virus, social awareness and control of mosquitoes is the foremost. The environment should be clean, water tanks and containers should be covered and mosquito nets should be used. If there is any fever, immediately consult qualified homoeopathic doctors or allopathic doctors, if required get hospitalized either in a clinic or hospital for proper observation and treatment.

Breast Cancer :: Critical gaps in breast cancer patient education and communication

Results from a recent survey of European women with early breast cancer, presented for the first time at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) congress, show that the information needs of patients are not being met and that there is an unacceptably low level of patient involvement in potentially life-extending treatment decisions. The survey revealed that older women, those with a low level of education and those without Internet access are particularly uninformed.

Breast Cancer :: Genetic alterations may explain racial disparity in breast cancer

Molecular and genetic alterations that cause tumors and drive the course of disease may someday explain the differences in incidence and mortality between African American and European American breast cancer patients. This is the conclusion of a literature review by a research team at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) led by Christine B. Ambrosone, PhD, Chair of Epidemiology at RPCI. Results of the study are published in the September edition of Cancer Research.