HIV :: Anti-herpes treatment reduces HIV levels in women infected with both viruses
Experts call for HSV control measures, including vaccine, to rank high on international HIV prevention and research agenda as exciting trial findings are published.
Hygiene
Salmonella :: Peanut butter salmonella victims to protect legal rights
A Salmonella outbreak has sickened nearly 300 people in 39 states, including Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. The source of the bacterium has been linked to Peter Pan and Great Value peanut butter.
Avian Flu :: Suffolk avian flu reports published
Two reports have been published today in response to the outbreak of avian influenza in Suffolk.
Naps :: New study shows naps may reduce coronary mortality
In a new large, prospective study, researchers found that midday napping — siestas — reduced coronary mortality by about one-third among men and women.
Bird Flu :: Two birds tested for H5 virus in Hong Kong
Preliminary testing of two silver-eared mesias found dead in Mong Kok has indicated a suspected case of H5 avian flu, the Agriculture, Fisheries & Conservation Department says.
Cholera :: Cholera threat receding in Congo
Medical authorities hope the cholera outbreak in the Republic of Congo has been contained as no more deaths have been reported since Sunday.
Red Cross :: American Red Cross urges caution at home
As residents of Central Florida awoke this morning to updated reports of increased devastation in their community, some have begun to start the recovery process.
HIV :: New amfAR research grants aim to advance understanding and prevention of rectal HIV transmission
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, has awarded nearly $1 million for eight new research grants and fellowships aimed at increasing understanding and prevention of rectal HIV transmission, Dr. Rowena Johnston, amfAR’s vice president of research announced today.
Gum Disease :: Gum disease linked to pancreatic cancer
Gum disease, tooth loss or periodontal disease, inflammation of the gums caused by bacterial infection that leads to tooth loss, was shown to be associated with increased risk of pancreatic cancer in two studies. In one study, all subjects were smokers, and in the other, no adjustment was made for smoking, a known risk factor for pancreatic cancer.
Multiple Sclerosis :: Parasite infection may benefit MS patients
The first study examining the relationship between parasite infections and MS in humans suggests that such infections may affect the immune response in a way that alters the course of MS.