Hundreds of genes distinguish patients likely to survive advanced melanoma Nov 10, 2009
NYU Langone Medical Center is internationally renowned for excellence in areas such as cardiovascular disease, pediatrics, dermatology, neurosurgery, imaging, urology, cancer care, rehabilitation, plastic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, transplant surgery, infertility, and women's health. For more information on NYU Langone Medical Center, visit. (EurekAlert!)
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" wojo_girl wrote on Nov 4, 2009 11:35 PM:" " Adopting children from other countries is fine but I don't think people should have to do that when there are so many children waiting to be adopted right here in the USA.I agree. Unfortunately the expense and wait time are usually much longer if you want to adopt a child from the USA. I have a dear friend who faced infertility issues and decided to adopt. She and her husband would have loved to adopt a child from the USA but were deterred by the... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Eggs for Sale Nov 8, 2009
I think it's a sign of the desperation that infertility can spark, and how it can bring people to make these borderline-eugenic demands ... I'll get pregnant in April and have the baby in January, goes the first thought, and then February is OK, and then cough syrup, cervix stitching, and so on throughout the infertility cycle. (Slate)
Horse genome sequenced Nov 7, 2009
There are more than that affect both humans and horses, including infertility, inflammatory diseases and muscle disorders. "Having access to multiple genome sequences makes it easier to understand all genomes, including our own," says , a professor of animal science who has worked with the Horse Genome Project since its inception in 1995. (USA Today -- Tech)
House GOP health care reform plan Nov 6, 2009
Why should a single male be required to buy a policy that covers female infertility treatments. Why should a single woman have a policy that covers erectile dysfunction treatment or prostate cancers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
New Braunfels gains weight-loss surgery center Nov 6, 2009
Weight-loss procedures have been proven to reverse or drastically improve Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hypertension, heart disease, sleep disorders, asthma and infertility, he says. www. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Ways to deal with premature menopause Nov 5, 2009
It could be a loss of eggs, a dysfunction of the eggs or the removal of the ovaries at a young age, says Gynaecologist and Infertility Specialist, Dr Nandita Palshetkar. There are several reasons this occurs. (India Times, India)
High Fiber Intake May Interfere with Ovulation Nov 5, 2009
Anovulation can have various causes, including excessive exercise, having either too little or too much body fat, thyroid gland dysfunction and polycystic ovarian syndrome -- a hormone disorder that is a common cause of infertility. Women who are not ovulating regularly often have irregular menstrual periods or none at all. (Newsmax)
Recalls: cookies, dietary supplements Nov 5, 2009
Steroids can cause acute liver injuries; an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and death; shrinkage of the testes; male infertility; masculinization of women; breast enlargement in males; short stature in children; an increased predilection to misuse drugs and alcohol; and adverse effects on blood lipid levels. No incidents have been reported. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Premature babies found to raise infant mortality Nov 4, 2009
Infertility treatments - drugs that stimulate ovulation and procedures that implant more than one embryo in the uterus - also play a role by raising the odds of twins or higher multiples, which have an increased risk of being born too soon. Another factor, said Marian F. MacDorman, a statistician at the National Center for Health Statistics and an author of the report, is the increasing use of Caesarean sections and labor-inducing drugs to deliver babies early. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Increasing Number Of Injuries From Hot Tubs, New National Study Finds Nov 4, 2009
7, 2007) Exposure to hot baths or hot tubs can lead to male infertility, but the effects can sometimes be reversible, according to a new study led by a University of California, San Francisco. (Oct. (Science Daily)
Is excess molybdenum toxic to health? Nov 3, 2009
Few if any cases of acute toxicity in humans have been documented, though animal studies have shown that ingesting small but frequent amounts can lead to diarrhea, growth retardation, infertility, low birth weight and even gout. It has also been shown to negatively affect the lungs, kidneys and liver. (Montana Standard, MT)
Local Planned Parenthood Director Quits, Is Slapped With Restraining Order Nov 3, 2009
Other Womens Health Services 11 percent of services in 2007 Pregnancy Tests 1,183,325 Prenatal Clients 10,914 Midlife Clients 12,783 Infertility Clients 318 ... pregnancy tests, prenatal, midlife, and infertility). (Slate)
Combating infertility problems Oct 31, 2009
Currently, infertility is affecting 20 per cent of couples attempting pregnancy and, in over 60 per cent of the cases, it's due to low sperm count in men ... "Male infertility may be caused due to problems associated with sperm production, sperm transport and sperm motility (ability to move). In the past decade, there has been a marked decline in male reproductive health with increase in the population of sub-fertile males. Due to this, now the accepted definition of lower limit of normal semen... (India Times, India)
'Lie still' for pregnancy boost Oct 31, 2009
The technique is the main fertility treatment offered to couples before they go on to try IVF, particularly when the cause of infertility is unclear. In the UK, figures suggest 12% of women under 35 who get the procedure become pregnant at the first cycle, a success rate that increases with repeat attempts. (BBC News -- Health)
Laying Still Raises Artificial Insemination Success Oct 31, 2009
First of all, it's not known what common practice is currently in clinics: lying down for 5, 10, 15 minutes or longer, said Dr. Peter McGovern, director of the division of reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey ... D., student and registrar, Centre for Reproductive Medicine, Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Roger Lobo, M.D., professor, obstetrics and gynecology, Columbia University and president-elect, American Society... (MEDLINEplus)
Popular cold, pain drugs face ban due to side effects Oct 31, 2009
Other controversial drugs, letrozole (used for infertility treatment in women; letroz), emergency contraceptive drug levonorgestrel (I-pill and Unwanted 72), and human placenta extract (Placentrex lotion and gel sold by Albert David) will also be examined by the health ministry ... It will also take a decision on whether letrozole, approved for use in breast cancer, should be used for infertility treatment or not, a health ministry official told TOI.. (India Times, India)
Artificial Sperm and Eggs? Oct 30, 2009
may shed light on human reproduction, development and infertility ... "One-in-six couples suffers from infertility," Ashton said. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
Gluten-Free Doesn't Have to Be Flavor-Free Oct 29, 2009
In adults, celiac disease may manifest itself in a number of ways such as recurring bloating, gas, or abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea or constipation or both , unexplained weight loss or weight gain, unexplained anemia, bone or joint pain , behavior changes such as depression/irritability, fatigue, weakness or lack of energy, missed menstrual periods, infertility, miscarriages, canker sores inside the mouth, and or tooth discoloration or loss of enamel. Celiac disease can appear any time in a... (CBS News)
Stem Cells Make Precursors For Sperm, Eggs Oct 29, 2009
29, 2009) Human embryonic stem cells derived from excess IVF embryos may help scientists unlock the mysteries of infertility for other couples struggling to conceive, according to new research from the Stanford University School of Medicine ... Previous efforts to study infertility have been hampered by the fact that -- unlike many other biological processes -- the human reproductive cycle cannot be adequately studied in animal models ... The scientists built on previous research in the... (Science Daily)
BABIES WITHOUT MEN OR WOMEN Oct 29, 2009
It paves the way for a cure for infertility and could help those left sterile by cancer treatment to have children who are biologically their own ... Opponents argue that it is wrong to meddle with the building blocks of life and warn that the advances taking place to tackle infertility risk distorting and damaging relations between family members ... The U.S. breakthrough could unlock many of the secrets of egg and sperm production, leading to new drug treatments for infertility. (The Drudge Report)
Ban overweight from IVF: professor Oct 29, 2009
Professor Nick Macklon, head of obstetrics and gynaecology at Southhampton University in England, said Australia should consider following the lead of New Zealand and other countries where smokers and obese people are forced to improve their health before receiving government-funded infertility treatment. Research shows smokers have half the chance of IVF working, he said, and an Australian study shows 28-year-old overweight women have the same miscarriage risk as 40-year-old women of average... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Scientists make cells that form eggs, sperm Oct 29, 2009
Stem cell finding could lead to new treatments for infertility ... The findings could lead to new understanding of inherited diseases and transform treatments for infertility, they said ... She said the findings will finally allow researchers to begin to study the earliest stages of human development, and gather new clues about inherited diseases and infertility. (MSNBC -- Health)
My View: Chromium 6 still threatens California's drinking water Oct 26, 2009
I was saddened by the descriptions of liver and kidney degeneration, blood abnormalities including anemia, testicular damage, infertility, miscarriage, fetal toxicity, chromosomal abnormalities and a litany of cancers. The clinical descriptions in the Cal-EPA document weren't abstract to me they brought back the names and faces of people who I know who have lived and died with these illnesses. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Letter to: NCA Boss Oct 25, 2009
Research has revealed that, health disorders such as Abnormal cell growth promotion ,DNA damage ,Reduced immune system ,Sleeplessness, irritability, anxiety, depression, Weakened blood-brain barrier ,Childhood and adult leukemia ,Eye cancer ,Infertility and miscarriage ,Sleep disturbance and chronic fatigue ,Brain tumors ,Cardiac problems and many others. It is very dangerous for pregnant ladies and their unborn babies. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Abortion Divides House Democrats In Health Care Debate Oct 24, 2009
Posted by: tired of the B.S. on Oct 23, 2009 at 04:03 PM If their private insurance covers it, no problem but i dont see spending federal dollars for it but i also dont see spending federal dollars for infertility treatments nor for supporting viagra. The less unplanned/unwanted babies there are the better for our society. (KWTX.com, TX)
IVF Insurance Coverage Yields Fewer Multiple Births, Researchers Find Oct 24, 2009
IVF remains an expensive treatment option for those with infertility, and many cannot afford it ... As of 2006, Arkansas, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Rhode Island mandated full insurance coverage for IVF, while another seven states provide infertility coverage, but not for IVF. ... (July 20, 2007) A national study reveals that intracytoplasmic sperm injection, an assisted reproductive technology used to treat male-factor infertility, has increased... (Science Daily)
Money Woes Keeping Many Couples from Fertility Treatments Oct 24, 2009
Dr. Peter McGovern, director of the division of reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Hackensack University Medical Center, said his practice is as busy as ever ... SOURCES: Peter McGovern, M.D., director, division of reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, N.J. and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark; Andrew La Barbera, Ph. (MEDLINEplus)
The Panda Can Get Pregnant But I Can't Oct 24, 2009
The panda in the zoo reminds me of my infertility every time I visit her ... First, my DH (thats dear husband in infertility-chat-room lingo) watches out-of-date pornographic videotapes in a special exam room outfitted with mood lighting and a pleather couch ... Infertility is a blessing, not a curse. (Slate)
Identifying Metabolism Of Healthy Embryo Could Improve Infertility Treatment Oct 23, 2009
Women undergoing infertility treatment with IVF are hormonally stimulated to produce multiple eggs, which are then fertilized in the lab. In most cases, multiple embryos are generated and cultured. (Science Daily)
Genetically Modified Soy And Food A... Oct 23, 2009
Harvard University researchers reported that eating half a serving of soy a day lowers sperm concentrations and may play a role in male infertility, particularly in obese men. The reason isn't clear, however, there has been speculation that soy increases estrogen activity, which may have a negative affect on sperm production which also interferes with other hormonal signals. (Suite101.com)
A step too far? Oct 23, 2009
Ethicists, medics and feminists have long argued as to whether infertility is a disease or a cultural phenomenon born of a society where women feel they have no value if they cannot reproduce ... Susan SeenanInfertility Network UK ... Susan Seenan of the UK's Infertility Network said: "Clearly there does come a point when enough is enough, and treatment can go too far. We do need to consider the potential ramifications very carefully. "This kind of development can make people very uneasy, but... (BBC News -- Health)
Affordable acupuncture comes to Wilmington Oct 23, 2009
Acupuncture is also effective for premenstrual syndrome, infertility, smoking cessation and other chronic ailments. A typical session begins with a therapist identifying tension spots. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Womb transplants 'a step closer' Oct 22, 2009
Clare Lewis-Jones, from Infertility Network UK, said "a great deal of thought and discussion" was needed on the issue including the ethical ramifications. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- UK)
Want to Get Pregnant? Just Relax Oct 21, 2009
"It's clear based on this carefully designed study, that a holistic approach to infertility care leads to better outcomes for patients," said Dr. R. Dale McClure, president of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. But a second study found that while complementary and alternative medical therapy was popular among couples getting infertility treatments, it did not make women any more likely to get pregnant ... A team at the University of California, San Francisco questioned 431 couples... (MEDLINEplus)
McAllister: Light shed on celiac disease, osteoporosis Oct 21, 2009
Celiac disease is a known cause of seizure disorders, migraine headaches, infertility and miscarriage. Symptoms may arise at any stage of life, from infancy to adulthood. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Endo to respond to Fortesta questions Oct 20, 2009
Symptoms include erectile dysfunction, infertility and decrease in muscle mass. Most Read Stories. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Women's health problems doctors still miss Oct 20, 2009
She had polycystic ovary syndrome, a hormonal disorder; symptoms include irregular periods, infertility, brain fog, and obesity ... Polycystic ovary syndrome -- the most common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age (as many as 1 in every 10 women of childbearing age will develop it) and the leading cause of infertility -- stems from having levels of androgens, or male hormones, that are too high ... There's no cure, so treatment is designed to manage the symptoms and prevent... (CNN)
Egg screening 'ups IVF success' Oct 20, 2009
Susan Seenan, from Infertility Network UK, said: "We welcome all new research which may ultimately improve the success rates of IVF for patients. "Although this is still in very early stages, it could be of great benefit to older women whose chances of success with IVF treatment is lower and it is also welcome given the move towards single embryo transfer in the UK and the lack of NHS funding which often, unfairly, means that patients are being denied access to the three cycles which the NICE... (BBC News -- Health)
Action call on IVF waiting times Oct 20, 2009
Jackie Sansbury, director of strategic planning and modernisation at NHS Lothian, said: "NHS Lothian follows the guidelines established by the Scottish Government's Expert Advisory Group on Infertility Services in Scotland (Eagiss) group on the provision of fertility services. It is unfair that patients in some parts of Scotland have to wait three years for treatment when others are treated in less than 12 months Jackie Baillie MSP "In Lothian, unlike many other health boards, couples are... (BBC News -- UK)
'Octomom' doctor expelled from fertility group Oct 19, 2009
By Rita Rubin, USA TODAY The "octomom"'s doctor has been expelled from the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, the main infertility professional organization, a spokesman for the group confirmed Friday. Single mother Nadya Suleman, then 33, gave birth to eight babies thought to be only the second set of octuplets born in the USA nine weeks early, on Jan. 26. (USA Today -- News)
Drug could provide first treatment for scleroderma Oct 18, 2009
Several years ago, a small study provided some evidence that a chemotherapy drug called cyclophosphamide may help scleroderma patients, but the benefit was minimal and this drug causes side effects including infertility and secondary cancers. Dr. Spiera's study was funded primarily through the Rudolph Rupert Scleroderma Program at the Hospital for Special Surgery. (EurekAlert!)
New therapy for vasculitis will help patients avoid infertility and cancer Oct 18, 2009
"This study provides strong evidence that Rituxan works as well as cyclophosphamide, at least in terms of getting patients into remission, and over that acute hump of being very ill. And, we can treat patients without the likelihood of causing infertility or causing secondary cancers, which have been a concern with the use of cyclophosphamide.". Hospital for Special Surgery was one of nine centers involved in the Phase III trial, which was led by Ulrich Specks, M.D., a professor of medicine in... (EurekAlert!)
Singapore creates world's first semi-cloned fish Oct 17, 2009
Researchers at the NUS said that this indicates that the technique retains genetic stability hence providing a powerful tool for transmission of genetic information to the offspring- similar to normal reproduction, adding that their findings have important implications for reproductive medicine and technology like for treatment of male infertility. Their findings will be published in the Oct. 16 issue of Science Journal. (Xinhuanet, China)
Video B-Roll Available Via CNW - Alberta ranks No. 1 in Canada for adults diagnosed with thyroid disease, new research finds Oct 16, 2009
14 per cent of Albertans report being diagnosed with thyroid disease, compared with nine per cent of adults nationwide (Canada Newswire)
Pregnancy Possible After Breast Cancer Oct 16, 2009
According to Dr. Ralph Kazer, the chief of reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Northwestern University, if a doctor at NU has a cancer patient who wants to become pregnant, the fertility doctors are quickly brought on to her case. Then the doctors will work together to treat the woman. (Click2Houston, TX)
GPs not backing chlamydia tests Oct 16, 2009
It is known as the "silent infection", as it often shows no symptoms, but if left untreated can cause infertility. Screening, which was first introduced in 2003, is done via urine tests, mainly in contraceptive clinics, GP surgeries or through outreach work in bars, clubs and colleges, as it has been designed to get to people not using sexual health services. (BBC News -- UK)
Capt. "Sully" Sullenberger Gets Personal Oct 15, 2009
"Miracle on the Hudson" Pilot Shares Intimate Details of Financial Troubles, Infertility, Family Suicide in New Book ... "Early Show" co-anchor Harry Smith noted that the book lays bare many personal details, such as Sullenberger's father's suicide, the Sullenbergers' battles with infertility, and adoption. (CBS News -- US)
Video B-Roll Available Via CNW - It's that time again! Changing seasons often blamed for symptoms that may signal thyroid disease Oct 15, 2009
Changing seasons often blamed for symptoms that may signal thyroid disease. Two-thirds of young Canadian adults had symptoms common to both thyroid disease and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in the past 12 months - but had never heard of thyroid disease. (Canada Newswire)
Statement In Response To Omitted Child Petition Action for Mrs. Sherri Crichton Oct 14, 2009
In June 2008, Michael and Sherri each underwent fertility procedures at the Center for Reproductive Medicine and Infertility at the New York Presbyterian Hospital -Weill Medical College of Cornell University to become pregnant with their son, John Michael, by in vitro fertilization. In an effort to keep this private family matter out of the public eye, when Taylor Crichton demanded proof of her brother's paternity in connection with the legal proceeding to determine John Michael's right to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Race not reported in over 50 percent of randomized clinical trials for cardiovascular disease Oct 14, 2009
NYU Langone Medical Center is internationally renowned for excellence in areas such as cardiovascular disease, pediatrics, dermatology, neurosurgery, imaging, urology, cancer care, rehabilitation, plastic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, transplant surgery, infertility, and women's health. For more information on NYU Langone Medical Center, visit. (EurekAlert!)
regina c faulkner Oct 14, 2009
Caused by bacteria, the disease can result in infertility and is contagious to other rams as well as ewes. Floppy kid syndrome. (Agri-View, WI)
New Lab-on-a-chip Technique Developed Oct 13, 2009
"The new methods we've developed may someday facilitate routine screening of clinical samples for analysis of hormones. This may be useful in many applications, including screening for risk of developing breast cancer, especially in high-risk populations, and monitoring the response to antiestrogen breast cancer therapies such as aromatase inhibitors. It could also help in monitoring hormone levels in infertility treatments and in detecting illegal doping in athletes," added Wheeler. The... (Science Daily)
B-Roll via satellite - More than 500,000 Québec adults diagnosed with Thyroid disease Oct 13, 2009
Untreated thyroid disorders may lead to heart disease, clinical depression, osteoporosis and infertility. In pregnant women, an untreated thyroid disorder may increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, learning disabilities and other developmental problems in children. (Canada Newswire)
* World News Quick Take Oct 13, 2009
They are understood to have used a low-grade infertility treatment for the multiple births. MYANMAR. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Researchers identify mechanism that helps bacteria avoid destruction in cells Oct 10, 2009
Intracellular pathogens include Chlamydia, which causes infertility in women, and Legionella, which causes Legionnaire's disease. These pathogens are able to escape destruction and remain in the cells. (EurekAlert!)
Swine Flu Vaccine Oct 9, 2009
Polysorbate 80 (Tween80 ) (can cause severe allergies, and was associated with infertility in female mice). Formaldehyde (cancer-causing). (Suite101.com)
Device May End Breast Cancer Biopsies Oct 9, 2009
Doctors could use it to see if breast cancer therapy is working, tell who's at high risk, or for other problems, such as infertility -- maybe even prostate cancer. "It's thought-provoking to think, 'What could I do with a tool like this?'" said Dr. Kelly Marcom, breast oncology chief at Duke University Medical Center, who wasn't involved with the new invention. (KIRO TV, WA)
Sai Acupuncture adds new specialist Oct 8, 2009
Brandnan specializes in pain management, facial rejuvenation, infertility and women s health issues. She said her treatments can regulate irregular menstrual cycles, balance hormones and aid in the success of natural or in-vetro fertilization. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Birth control pills messing up human evolution Oct 8, 2009
This is significant because there is evidence suggesting that between couples might be linked with infertility. Further, some studies have suggested that men detect women's fertility status, preferring ovulating women in situations where they can compare the attractiveness of different women. (Harper's Magazine)
Chip measures breast estrogen with just a poke Oct 8, 2009
New technique introduces easier way to check for cancers, infertility ... Doctors could use it to see if breast cancer therapy is working, tell who's at high risk, or for other problems, such as infertility maybe even prostate cancer. (MSNBC -- Health)
The Pill turns women off macho men Oct 8, 2009
This is significant because there is evidence suggesting that genetic similarity between couples might be linked with infertility. The oral contraceptive pill alters the hormonal fluctuations associated with the menstrual cycle and essentially mimics the more steady hormonal conditions associated with pregnancy. (India Times, India)
Tiny device could speed breast cancer detection: study Oct 8, 2009
It could also "help in monitoring hormone levels in infertility treatments and in detecting illegal doping in athletes," added Wheeler. The research team is set to begin measuring estrogen in a clinical trial involving more than 200 Canadian women at high risk of developing breast cancer. (Yahoo! Asia News)
McAllister: Dietary supplement may stall Parkinson’s Oct 7, 2009
Use of the supplement also has been found beneficial in the treatment of gum disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, asthma, male infertility and age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in the elderly. While aging and poor nutrition are believed to be the most common cause of low blood levels of coenzyme Q10, there is evidence that certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, known as statins, interfere with the body s ability to produce the substance. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Phthalates Hard To Avoid In Food: Junk Food No Worse Than Healthful Food For These Potentially Harmful Substances Oct 6, 2009
Male infertility has ostensibly been on the rise, accompanied by increases in testicular cancer. . (Science Daily)
