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Osteoporosis :: Reduce risk of osteoporosis – Dairy Council of California

Osteoporosis, a disease characterized by low bone mass that often leads to fractures of the hip, spine and wrist, affects more than 5 million Californians, most of whom are women.(1) In observation of World Osteoporosis Day on October 20, Dairy Council of California offers tips to help women and their families reduce their risk of osteoporosis throughout their lifetimes by eating a healthy diet rich in calcium and other bone-building nutrients, and participating in weight-bearing cardiovascular activities.

Dementia :: Researchers Discover Misfolded Protein Clumps Common to Dementia, Lou Gehrig?s Disease

Scientists have identified a misfolded, or incorrectly formed, protein common to two devastating neurological diseases, frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig?s disease), according to a report in the Oct. 6, 2006, issue of Science. The findings suggest that certain forms of FTD, ALS and possibly other neurological diseases might share a common pathological process.

Neuroma :: Anesiva – orphan drug status for pain drug 4975 to treat interdigital neuroma

Anesiva, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANSV) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted orphan drug status to product candidate 4975 for the treatment of a painful condition in the foot known as interdigital neuroma in patients who fail conservative treatments, such as foot pads, NSAID’s (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and injections of corticosteroids, that would otherwise require removing or chemically destroying the nerve that causes the pain. Orphan drug designation is granted by the FDA to encourage companies to develop products that treat rare diseases and conditions and includes incentives such as market exclusivity for seven years, tax credits on qualified clinical trial expenses and a waiver of the FDA prescription drug user fees.

Multiple Sclerosis :: Treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis

UCB (Euronext Brussels: UCB) and Biogen Idec (NASDAQ: BIIB) today announced a global collaboration to jointly develop and commercialize CDP323 for the treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) and other potential indications. CDP323 is an orally active small molecule alpha4-integrin inhibitor expected to enter Phase II clinical trials next year.

Health :: Keep Your Child Safe on the Bus

Here’s how to prevent accidents – Most school systems have safety rules and regulations to help prevent bus-related accidents on the way to or from school. When accidents do happen, most occur while children are waiting, entering or exiting the bus. Here are some suggestions to help keep your child safe, courtesy of the National Safety Belt Coalition:

Exercise :: Experts Offer Tips to Healthy Exercise

Just 30 minutes a day helps you stay strong, they say. Regular exercise is an important part of heart health, but experts say about 60 percent of American adults don’t get the recommended level of physical activity.

Muscular Dystrophy :: Home exercise helps people with muscular dystrophy

A home-based exercise program seems to improve strength and function of people with neuromuscular diseases like muscular dystrophy, according to a new study.

Vitamin D :: Low vitamin D linked to seniors’ risk of falling

Older men and women with vitamin D deficiency are more likely to fall multiple times in the course of a year than their peers with adequate vitamin D levels, researchers in The Netherlands have found.

Homeopathic Medicine :: Medorrhinum – A well proven Nosode

Nosodes is a term derived from the Greek word NOSO ? which signifies the prefix added to the word to form an idea of disease or indicating a relation to the disease.

Back Pain :: 6 Effective Tips for Back Pain Relief

Back pain is often a sign of injury or some underlying problem related to your spine ? its bones, muscles, and other soft tissues. It could disrupt your work, routine, and your daily activities. It may even affect your normal lifestyle as you are unable to participate in recreational activities due to pain.