Dr. Gott: Vegetarian diet endorsed by patient's doctor Nov 2, 2009
Her blood work showed Epstein-Barr virus, and she wondered if that were the cause. I, too, had unexplained fatigue for several years, and my blood work also showed the Epstein-Barr virus. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Sars patients can provide therapy Nov 1, 2009
The researchers exposed the cells to cocktail containing the Epstein-Barr virus and a short stretch of synthetic DNA that mimics some of the DNA found in bacteria and viruses. This not only triggered the cells to start dividing indefinitely, but also sped up the process, effectively creating a high-powered antibody factory. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Immunotherapy demonstrates long-term success in treating lymphoma Oct 31, 2009
New study results demonstrate high success rates using specialized white blood cells to prevent or treat lymphoma associated with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV-lymphoma) in patients who have received a hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT). This study was pre-published online today in , the official journal of the American Society of Hematology. (EurekAlert!)
Ethnicity study Oct 31, 2009
Dr Malik said that, as well as studying the genes, the researchers would be looking into the role of Vitamin D deficiency (the sun is an important source for vitamin D) and the Epstein-Barr virus, which may increase the risk of developing MS.. "While genes in European and migrant European populations have been studied extensively, South Asian MS has received very little attention," he said. (BBC News -- Health)
Neurologists Investigate Possible New Underlying Cause Of Multiple Sclerosis Oct 28, 2009
15, 2009) Over the last 40 years, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) has been repeatedly associated with multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases. Researchers offer new data that further support the link. (Science Daily)
HPV Tied to Rare Head-and-Neck Cancer Oct 13, 2009
The four HPV-positive tumor samples were negative for Epstein-Barr virus, previously recognized as one of the major infectious causes of nasopharyngeal cancer. The study was published online Sept. 15 in Head /i. (MEDLINEplus)
CFS/ME and Retroviruses Oct 10, 2009
(especially Epstein-Barr virus, cytomegalovirus and HHV-6). enteroviruses (polioviruses, Coxsackie viruses, echoviruses). (Suite101.com)
Rare Head And Neck Cancer Linked To HPV, Study Finds Oct 10, 2009
At the same time, the four HPV-positive tumors were also all negative for Epstein-Barr virus, which has previously been one of the biggest infectious causes of nasopharyngeal cancer. Since I began studying head and neck cancer, I have wondered what the cause of Epstein-Barr virus-negative nasopharyngeal tumors might be ... The researchers suspect one potential reason is that HPV-related tumors are more responsive to chemotherapy or radiation than tumors linked to the Epstein-Barr virus. (Science Daily)
Retrovirus Linked to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Could Aid in Diagnosis Oct 9, 2009
"We've already shown that Epstein-Barr virus can do exactly this.". Even in their testing for the XMRV retrovirus, Mikovits says, "We could see a human endogenous virus at the same time" as XMRV. "There are a number of old diseases that seem to be rising at an infectious rate," she says. (Scientific American)
Researchers in Reno find link between retrovirus and neuro-immune disease Oct 9, 2009
Many diseases fall into the nuero-immune category, and this discovery could have far-reaching implications for the treatment of patients with fibromyalgia, Epstein Barr Virus, autism and Atypical Multiple Scleroses, according to a spokesperson for the institute. The landmark study-- conducted by scientists from the Whittemore Peterson Institute in Reno, and their collaborators from the National Cancer Institute and the Cleveland Clinic--was the first to isolate XMRV particles from the blood, and... (KRNV.com, NV)
Rare head and neck cancer linked to HPV, U.S. study finds Oct 8, 2009
At the same time, the four HPV-positive tumors were also all negative for Epstein-Barr virus, which has previously been one of the biggest infectious causes of nasopharyngeal cancer. "Since I began studying head and neck cancer, I have wondered what the cause of Epstein-Barr virus-negative nasopharyngeal tumors might be. This research suggests that there is a changing etiology for nasopharyngeal cancer in the North American population that may mirror the HPV-positive epidemic of tonsil cancer,"... (Xinhuanet, China)
Doco stirs theory of cancer link to viruses Oct 4, 2009
These include: liver cancer, triggered by hepatitis B and C; cancers of the anus, genitals and cervix, triggered by human papillomavirus; Burkitt's lymphoma, triggered by Epstein-Barr virus; and stomach cancer, triggered by the bacterium helicobacter pylori. But a minority of scientists argue this percentage is far higher. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Linking Epstein-Barr Virus To Multiple Sclerosis Sep 16, 2009
15, 2009) Over the last 40 years, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) has been repeatedly associated with multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases ... 28, 2005) Childhood infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is often asymptomatic, while in adolescents and adults it causes infectious mononucleosis (IM) ... 12, 2006) Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health, Kaiser Permanente, and a team of collaborators have found further evidence implicating the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) as a possible... (Science Daily)
Lakewood-Amedex Inc. to Develop Broad Spectrum Influenza Drug to Include H1N1 and H5N1 Type A Strains Aug 27, 2009
Lakewood-Amedex is a privately held development-stage biopharmaceutical company with a broad patent portfolio of inventions, including, 24 granted and/or issued patents and 45 patent applications covering its proprietary NuBiotics family of anti-microbial products, proven to be effective against a wide range of bacteria, encompassing antibiotic resistant strains including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Pseudomonas and others, and patents covering certain proprietary products... (PR Newswire)
Breakfast With ... Jeremy Piven Aug 10, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. Jeremy Piven Monday, August 10, 2009 By Patricia Sheridan, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
New Drug Target For Kaposi's Sarcoma Aug 3, 2009
Those include mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus), shingles (Varicella zoster virus), genital herpes (herpes simplex), retinitis (cytomegalovirus) and cancer (Kaposi s sarcoma). While therapies exist for these viruses, they often have negative side effects and are facing rising viral resistance. (Science Daily)
Smoking Associated With More Rapid Progression Of Multiple Sclerosis Jul 15, 2009
This study was supported by the Partners Multiple Sclerosis Center and by a grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health Molecular Epidemiology of Epstein-Barr Virus and Multiple Sclerosis (Dr. Ascherio). (Science Daily)
Sars patients can provide therapy Jul 5, 2009
The researchers exposed the cells to cocktail containing the Epstein-Barr virus and a short stretch of synthetic DNA that mimics some of the DNA found in bacteria and viruses. This not only triggered the cells to start dividing indefinitely, but also sped up the process, effectively creating a high-powered antibody factory. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Early Infection And Protection Against Allergies? Jun 25, 2009
It shows the correlation between Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) contraction before the age of two and a lower risk of producing antibodies against allergens, so-called allergic sensitization. It is also of interest that EBV infection after the age of two was correlated with a greater risk of sensitization in five-year-olds. (Science Daily)
Single Gene Found To Control Growth Of Some Cancers Jun 18, 2009
ScienceDaily (June 17, 2009) Research led by Ashok Aiyar, PhD, Associate Professor of Microbiology at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, showing that a single gene can control growth in cancers related to the Epstein-Barr virus and that existing therapeutics can inactivate it, will be published in the June 12, 2009 online issue of PLoS Pathogens ... The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is closely associated with many human cancers such as Burkitt's lymphoma, Hodgkin's lymphoma, AIDS-related... (Science Daily)
Evans discounts Rogers as a Tour threat Jun 5, 2009
He missed last year's race because of a bout of the Epstein-Barr virus, and came back for the Olympics. However, ruling out Rogers as a contender for this year's Tour could be costly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
• Is EBV infection really cause of excessive fatigue? Jun 4, 2009
These came back showing that I have Epstein-Barr virus ... DEAR READER: The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) can cause several different diseases ... Whether your fatigue is truly related to a new Epstein-Barr virus infection or something different I can't say. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
My sisters war with Lyme disease May 19, 2009
She was misdiagnosed twice in the early stages of the disease once with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, the second time with Epstein-Barr virus. She was accused of exaggerating her symptoms to avoid work, or inventing them in order to get pain medication. (MSNBC -- Health)
Watts Winery on a mission to raise awareness and end childhood affliction (19) Apr 16, 2009
Endemic Burkitt's lymphoma is found mainly in Africa and is related to the Epstein Barr Virus in 95 percent of its cases and is generally located in the jawbone and abdomen. Sporadic Burkitt's lymphoma typically occurs in Europe and Americas. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Girls Lacking The Protein ITK At Risk From Fatal Viral Infection Apr 13, 2009
11, 2007) A new study suggests that a vaccine targeting Epstein-Barr virus may prevent infectious mononucleosis, commonly known as "mono" or "glandular fever." EBV is a member of the herpes virus family and ... 6, 2005) Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have identified a link between a critical cancer pathway and an Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) protein known to be expressed in a number of. (Science Daily)
A*STAR Joins Forces with Swiss Company, Cytos, to Combat HFMD Apr 4, 2009
3] The technology used in the SIgN-Cytos collaboration is different from the commonly employed antibody isolation techniques that use the Epstein-Barr Virus to immortalize B-cells and has been described in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), 2008, 105:14336. 4] Source: Website of Ministry of Health, Singapore. (JCN Network, Japan)
One Virus Particle Is Enough To Cause Infectious Disease Mar 15, 2009
28, 2005) Childhood infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is often asymptomatic, while in adolescents and adults it causes infectious mononucleosis (IM). University of Massachusetts Medical School scientists. (Science Daily)
Epstein-Barr Virus May Be Associated With Progression Of Multiple Sclerosis Mar 11, 2009
10, 2009) Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), the pathogen that causes mononucleosis, appears to play a role in the neurodegeneration that occurs in persons with multiple sclerosis, researchers at the University at Buffalo and the University of Trieste, Italy, have shown ... Zivadinov et al. Epstein-Barr Virus is Associated with Gray Matter Atrophy in Multiple Sclerosis ... 28, 2005) Childhood infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is often asymptomatic, while in adolescents and adults it causes... (Science Daily)
Camouflaging Of Viral DNA Could Be Crucial Step In Progression Of Cancers Feb 15, 2009
Worldwide, most people are already infected with the Epstein-Barr virus, and millions are infected with the human papilloma virus and the hepatitis B virus ... In this study, an international team of scientists has determined the complete map of DNA methylation, a specific type of chemical modification, for the entire genome of the Epstein-Barr virus, the human papilloma virus, and the hepatitis B virus ... 1, 2001) Scientists in the University of Michigan Medical School have found a molecular... (Science Daily)
On fire: Beer pong spreads herpes, mono, flu Feb 10, 2009
"The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) may cause infectious mononucleosis in adolescents and young adults. But even after the symptoms of infectious mononucleosis are gone, the EBV will remain dormant in the throat and blood cells of that person their whole life," said Kurt B. Stevenson, associate professor of internal medicine at OSU.. If a player knows he or she is sick or has recently been sick, that player should use a personal cup separate from the game cups. (Ohio State University -- The Lantern, OH)
Causes of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anem... Feb 7, 2009
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia is known to occur in patients infected with infectious mononucleosis, cytomegalovirus (CMV), Mycoplasma pneumonia, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), viral hepatitis, and human parvovirus B-19. AIHA is also known to develop in patients with many different autoimmune diseases such as Sjogren s syndrome as well as chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), lymphoproliferative disorders, ovarian cancer, and blood cancers such as non-Hodgkin s... (Suite101.com)
