Lung Cancer :: Chemo Helps Elderly Lung Cancer Patients
Don’t ignore the elderly when it comes to giving chemotherapy after lung cancer surgery, new research suggests.
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Cholesterol :: ‘Good’ cholesterol drug trialled
A major international trial has been set up to see whether a treatment to increase so-called “good” cholesterol can prevent heart attacks and strokes.
HIV :: New Generic AIDS Drug for AIDS Relief
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the tentative approval of generic abacavir (a-BAK-a-veer) sulfate tablets manufactured by Aurobindo Pharma LTD. of Hyderabad, India. Abacavir sulfate tablets are the first generic version of the already approved Ziagen Tablets, an anti-HIV medication manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline. This product will now be available for consideration for purchase under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief.
Acne :: Baby Acne Probably Won’t Need Treatment
Baby acne usually appears when infants are a few weeks old, and typically doesn’t occur past 2 months old. The red or white bumps are caused by hormone changes that stem from the baby’s delivery.
Cancer :: Singapore, India to study oral and throat cancers
Cancer centres in Singapore and India plan to expand joint research into oral and throat cancers, the city-state’s leading cancer centre said Tuesday.
Health :: First comprehensive analysis of human microbes completed
US researchers have for the first time completed the analysis of the genes of a community of human microbes, which will have far-reaching implications for clinical diagnosis and treatment of many human diseases.
ADHD :: Amphetamine salts most effective for treating ADHD
Stimulant medications, such as mixed amphetamine salts (MAS) and methylphenidates are significantly more effective than nonstimulant ADHD medications or novel stimulants, such as modafinil, in the treatment of children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Breast Cancer :: Experimental drug delays breast cancer
Women with advanced breast cancer soon may have another treatment option: A novel experimental drug delayed the growth of tumors nearly twice as long as standard chemotherapy did in patients who had stopped responding to Herceptin, doctors reported Saturday.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome :: Home Treatment For Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Availing the medical health is the best thing what an IBS sufferer can do, as well as make changes in his/her lifestyle. Making the right changes usually lessens the probability of the IBS syndrome symptoms. Here are some things you can do at home to help with irritable bowel syndrome symptoms.
Hair Care :: 6 Tips to Take Care of Your Hair
Taking care of your hair is one aspect you have to look into if you are thinking of possibilities for preventing hair loss. It is connected to a variety of factors, such as genetics, diet, or disease. For a longer period of time this will assist your hair to remain healthy.