Tips for smart, healthy holiday travel Nov 21, 2009
--Just in case someone gets sick, bring along common over-the-counter medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen, Dr. Tolcher suggests. Ask your pediatrician to recommend a physician in the area you'll be visiting, particularly if any of your kids has a chronic condition. (CNN)
Region and state » Nov 21, 2009
"It's very complicated," said Notrica, a 74-year-old Buckhead retiree, who takes 12 medications daily for high blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis, among other ailments ... It s very complicated, said Notrica, a 74-year-old Buckhead retiree, who takes 12 medications daily for high blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis, among other ailments. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Carvedilol shown to have unique characteristics among beta blockers Nov 21, 2009
In a new study, researchers report that a class of heart medications called beta-blockers can have a helpful, or harmful, effect on the heart, depending on their molecular activity. The study, which appears in the journal Circulation Research, found that beta-blockers that target both the alpha- and beta-receptors on the heart muscle offer the most benefit to cardiac patients, while those that target only the beta-receptors can actually undermine the structure and function of the heart. (EurekAlert!)
Nebulizers and Pills in the Treatme... Nov 21, 2009
Information on Leukotriene Modifier Drugs and Misted Medications ... Rescue inhalers deliver these medications but some patients, particularly children, cannot manage effective breath/spray coordination ... Leukotriene Modifier Medications Offer Another Option. (Suite101.com)
Neurocrine shares plunge on FDA rejection Nov 21, 2009
But those doses aren't strong enough to challenge the top-selling prescription sleep medications already available to consumers. The FDA response was a surprise to us," Gary Lyons, Neurocrine's chief executive, told analysts in a brief phone call. He did not take questions. ''We're still trying to digest the information and estimate our time line," he said. (Yahoo News -- Sleep and Sleep Disorders)
Study: Buying Bulk Meds Saves Consumers Cash Nov 21, 2009
Researchers at the University of Chicago included nearly 400 drugs in their analysis, including common medications to treat high cholesterol, hypertension, depression, and thyroid disorders ... Some health plans even offer home delivery plans that are win-win -- the medications are cheaper, and they come right to your door. (KERO 23, CA)
Latest health news » Nov 21, 2009
In a Nov. 17 story about drug interactions between heartburn medications and the blood thinner Plavix, The Associated Press misidentified Johnsonn's Mylanta as part of the H-2 blocker drug family. Mylanta is an antacid. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
PacifiCorp, Glenrock woman settle ADA lawsuit Nov 20, 2009
A Glenrock woman and PacifiCorp have settled a lawsuit filed under the Americans with Disabilities Act in which she claimed her supervisors demanded she stop using medications for chronic pain, according to federal court records ... Mezger had worked for the Dave Johnston Power Plant for about 24 years and had treated chronic neck pain, migraines and occasional anxiety attacks with prescription medications, according to the complaint filed by Rose on April 30 ... But the company required Mezger... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Hasan's HIV Test Nov 20, 2009
Guerrero told ABC News his performance problems stemmed from his lack of competence in the intensive care unit, including problems with recommending the proper medications or coming up with the right kind of patient treatment plan. 1. (ABC News)
Diuretics Still Best Treatment for High Blood Pressure Nov 20, 2009
The five-year follow-up, which ended in 2002, was intended to see if new differences emerged with long-term use of the medications, especially regarding coronary heart disease, total mortality, heart failure and aggregate cardiovascular disease. "This is the largest hypertension trial to date," Cushman said. (MEDLINEplus)
They were wrong about Medicare, too Nov 20, 2009
Yeah, medicare works so great, you have to supplement it or you can t afford your medications. To top it off, it s bankrupt. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Reflux Esophagitis Due to Immune Reaction, Not Acute Acid Burn Nov 20, 2009
"Currently, we treat GERD by giving medications to prevent the stomach from making acid," said Dr. Rhonda Souza, associate professor of internal medicine at UT Southwestern and lead author of the study appearing the November issue of Gastroenterology. "But if GERD is really an immune-mediated injury, maybe we should create medications that would prevent these cytokines from attracting inflammatory cells to the esophagus and starting the injury in the first place.". (Science Daily)
Taking Aim at Hard-to-Treat Fungal Infections Nov 20, 2009
The system can be a powerful tool for screening potential drug targets for conditions like thrush, athlete's foot and vaginal yeast infections, which affect millions of people each year but are difficult to treat with existing medications. Using the new model, the researchers also identified a gene that may be a promising target for a new anti-fungal drug. (Science Daily)
Newer Blood Thinners May Outperform Old Standbys Nov 20, 2009
All of this just signals the beginning of a new round of anti-clotting medications, experts said. "There are several trials ongoing of other alternatives to warfarin. We will probably see results in the next two years," Gersh said. (MEDLINEplus)
A mammogram saved my life Nov 20, 2009
Medications can drop the risk of women with these changes by 50 percent. White is still going through treatment, but her oncologist says she has an 85 percent chance of being here in 10 years. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Local residents Lose for Good Nov 20, 2009
She said she had struggled with her weight since her teenage years, however her weight troubles became magnified after medical trouble caused her to be put on weight-gaining medications. She knew she had to do something, but didn t want to take the surgical route. (Malden Observer, MA)
Equestrian body OK's new anti-doping program Nov 20, 2009
They also voted 95-5 for rules controlling the use of certain medications. More than 1,000 drugs are featured on a prohibited list revised each year. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
The Depressed Are More Apt to Get Opioids for Pain Nov 20, 2009
What's more, they are often prescribed these more potent medications at higher doses, Dr. Jennifer Brennan Braden of the University of Washington in Seattle and her colleagues found. Because depressed people may also be at greater risk of abusing or becoming addicted to these painkillers, the researchers say more research is needed to understand the safety of prescribing opioids in depressed patients, and whether it's effective. (MEDLINEplus)
Effective Use of Asthma Inhalers Nov 20, 2009
Several types of asthma medications come in pre-filled inhalers ... Recent laws aimed at preserving the ozone layer of Earth's atmosphere have forced a change in propellants used to deliver bronchodilating medications ... Frequent use is an indication that symptoms are not well controlled and that other medications should be added to the asthma regimen. (Suite101.com)
Tobacco chemical brain drug hope Nov 20, 2009
"But pure nicotine-like compounds as medications do show promise for treating human disorders.". SEE ALSO: 02 Jun 03 | Health 04 Aug 00 | Health 28 Aug 03 | Health. (Yahoo News -- Parkinson's Disease)
Family-owned pharmacy opens in Bonita Springs Nov 20, 2009
In filling prescriptions, the pharmacy can meet peoples needs by preparing medications, including capsules, creams and suppositories, in dosages and combinations that are not commercially available or that are free of substances that can cause problems such as dyes, lactose and gluten ... The family-owned pharmacy customizes medications to patients' needs and strives to offer fast and accurate service. (The News-Press -- Business)
Dispensing prescription drugs in 3-month supplies reduces drug costs by a third Nov 20, 2009
"Physicians need to keep this in mind as a potent way to help patients afford their medications.". . (EurekAlert!)
Giving up the keys Nov 20, 2009
Statistics have shown that the driving abilities of older adults can be impaired due to medical conditions, use of medications, and age-related factors in physical and mental functions. Such things could increase the risk of accidents and injuries involving older drivers. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Expert elaborates on Medicare Part D Nov 20, 2009
Many seniors and public officials are criticial of the Part D donut hole, in which insurance holders pay the full cost of their prescription medications between $2,700 and $4,350 ... Referring to Part D as terrible, she said she uses many prescription medications and finds herself in the donut hole every year. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Nov 19, 2009
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271 ... Teenage abuse of common cough medications has grown ominously in recent years, according to San Francisco researchers who found a fifteenfold increase in calls to poison control centers since 1999 for teens made sick by overdosing on household drugs that can cause hallucinogenic highs. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
Greater certainty in monitoring 3 therapeutic medications is facilitated by new CRMs Nov 19, 2009
Public release date: 18-Nov-2009. Contact: Francine Pierson. (EurekAlert!)
Letter: Time to get all fired up about health care reform Nov 19, 2009
Prognosis: "sudden death" blocked artery; needed an arterial stint and additional care; after eight weeks, denied for stint; not approved for Social Security disability; now financially challenged; cannot even afford medications. Peg's words: "...not eligible for husband's insurance until July 20, 2010 ... afraid insurance will drop me ... everyone, regardless of who they are or income, deserves a decent health care ... unable to get treatments, am high risk for massive coronary ... not ready to... (Montana Standard, MT)
CDC Urges Patience As More Swine Flu Shots Arrive Nov 19, 2009
Frieden also reiterated the importance of antiviral medications, such as Tamiflu or Relenza, regardless of whether the vaccine is available. That's especially true for people with certain medical troubles, he said. (MEDLINEplus)
Incidence of High Cholesterol Drops in U.S. Nov 19, 2009
It could be changes in lifestyle, such as better diet, or it could be more widespread use of cholesterol-lowering medications such as statins, she said. "But we still have many people we could put on statins," Kuklina noted. (MEDLINEplus)
Time to navigate the Medicare maze Nov 19, 2009
It s very complicated, said Notrica, a 74-year-old Buckhead retiree, who takes 12 medications daily for high blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis, among other ailments ... In some cases, they may find some medications not covered by certain plans ... Experts say consumers should look at such factors as annual costs, which medications are covered, and whether the plan offers brand names or generics, which are cheaper. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Anti-depressants, women's answer to Viagra Nov 19, 2009
"So where Viagra and other erectile dysfunction medications work in the blood supply, flibanserin works in the brain," he added. Dr Brian Klee, senior medical director at Pfizer also said that "people didnt want to give the medication back because of the side effect of having erections that were harder, firmer and lasted longer.". (India Times, India)
Heartburn Drugs Can Thwart Popular Blood Thinner Nov 19, 2009
"The results of those studies are to avoid the combination of those two medications," she said, adding that the tandem should be avoided even if the two drugs are taken hours apart. Combining the two drugs is common because Plavix can upset the stomach. (MEDLINEplus)
Prevalence of High LDL, or 'Bad' Cholesterol Levels Decreases in US Nov 19, 2009
Few studies have described the prevalence of high LDL-C levels and the use of lipid-lowering medications across all CHD risk categories, according to background information in the article ... "Self-reported use of lipid-lowering medications increased from 8.0 percent to 13.4 percent, but screening rates did not change significantly, remaining less than 70 percent during the study periods," the authors note. (Science Daily)
About Alzheimer's disease Nov 19, 2009
Early detection and diagnosis are important for early treatment with medications that may slow the progression of the disease. There is no cure, but there are several medications that may improve the symptoms related to the disease. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Child burned in bizarre 'redneck flamethrower' incident Nov 19, 2009
She ended up hospitalized because of an overdose of bipolar medications the same night, Browning wrote. The Office of Children's Services called troopers Monday after the burned boy showed up to Chapman Elementary School. (Anchorage Daily News)
Fixing ‘Doughnut Hole' top priority Nov 19, 2009
Max Baucus for his leadership on a provision that would substantially fill in the "doughnut hole." Under the Baucus plan, drug makers have committed to 80 billion in savings including providing a 50-percent discount on brand-name drugs for people caught in the "doughnut hole." Unfortunately, many Montanans who fall into the coverage gap stop taking their medications because they simply cannot afford them. However, experts contend that some of these people could avoid the "doughnut hole" by using... (Montana Standard, MT)
AT RISK: H1N1, asthma can be a dire combination in children Nov 18, 2009
Make sure you have an updated Asthma Action Plan filed at school and extra medications on hand in case doses need to be adjusted up ... Keep child on maintenance medications and be sensitive to new or worsening symptoms ... T.J.'s parents gave him what asthma experts call "maintenance medications" every day: an oral Zyrtec (cetirizine) for allergies and the inhaled corticosteroid Flovent (fluticasone), which reduces inflammation in the lungs. (USA Today)
WHY OREO? Why so vicious? So unpredictable? Nov 18, 2009
"It's not unusual once a dog comes off the pain medications and begins to recuperate and become her own natural self" for pre-existing aggression to emerge, he said. It became obvious early on that Oreo was aggressive, he said; protocols were established to protect the caregivers, and treatment programs were developed to lessen her aggression. (USA Today -- Life)
Tobacco chemical brain drug hope Nov 18, 2009
"But pure nicotine-like compounds as medications do show promise for treating human disorders.". SEE ALSO: 02 Jun 03 | Health 04 Aug 00 | Health 28 Aug 03 | Health. (Yahoo News -- Parkinson's Disease)
Use of Fetus-Harming Prescription Medications Shockingly Common, Canadian Study Finds Nov 18, 2009
"I never expected such results and I was extremely surprised," says senior author Anick B;rard, a professor at the Universit; de Montr;al's Faculty of Pharmacy and director of the Research Unit on Medications and Pregnancy of the Sainte-Justine University Hospital Center. Dr. B;rard examined data from the Quebec Pregnancy Registry on 109,344 women, aged 15 to 45, who were pregnant between 1998 and 2002. (Science Daily)
Tackling obesity Nov 18, 2009
It can be treated through diet regulations, modifications, and incorporation of regular physical activity in your routin 00004000 e, lifestyle changes and anti-obesity medications like appetite suppressants or medications, which will minimise fat absorption from the intestine. All the above can work only up to a certain level of BMI (up to 30 BMI). (India Times, India)
Neurocrine shares plunge on FDA rejection Nov 18, 2009
But those doses aren't strong enough to challenge the top-selling prescription sleep medications already available to consumers. The FDA response was a surprise to us," Gary Lyons, Neurocrine's chief executive, told analysts in a brief phone call. He did not take questions. ''We're still trying to digest the information and estimate our time line," he said. (Yahoo News -- Sleep and Sleep Disorders)
At-risk college students reduce HBP, anxiety, depression through Transcendental Meditation Nov 18, 2009
Statistics from colleges nationwide indicate there has been a 50% increase in the diagnosis of depression, and more than twice as many students are on psychiatric medications as a decade ago. According to of campus therapists, more students than ever are seeking psychiatric help on college campuses all across the United States. (EurekAlert!)
Dr. John Galgiani (right) is director of the Valley Fever Center for Excellence. Photo by Ellen Sussman / Special to the Green Valley News Nov 18, 2009
Valley Fever may require months of medications before there is improvement. Statistically, Valley Fever usually lasts six months, however, according to a phone survey in 2007, of 10 percent of reported cases, 75 percent were ill for one month or longer, 25 percent needed 10 or more doctor visits, 40 percent were hospitalized, and in 2007 the hospital costs were 86 million. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Need for emergency airway surgery for hard-to-intubate patients reduced Nov 18, 2009
At the heart of the program is a rolling cart armed with most any supply a physician would need to navigate a difficult airway and restart breathing, from flexible scopes and long catheters to medications and a surgical airway kit, just in case. While it may sound simple, the standardized cart cuts out the need for operating room staff to race here and there during a crisis to track down the gear needed to get oxygen flowing again, says Lauren C. Berkow, M.D., one of the study's leaders. (EurekAlert!)
Church of Scientology a criminal organisation: Xenophon Nov 18, 2009
" Mr Schofield's second daughter Kirsty also died, in this case after ingesting potassium chloride at the family home - a substance he said was used widely in the organisation's "purification" programs. "I did not tell the truth either to the police or the court (to my shame) but omitted details which would have 'embarrassed' the church," he wrote. In another letter, Aaron Saxton said that as a member of the organisation, he participated in the "forced confinement and torture" of others. He... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Transcendental Meditation Helped Heart Disease Patients Lower Cardiac Disease Risks by 50 Percent Nov 18, 2009
All participants continued standard medications and other usual medical care ... Dr. Schneider said that the effect of Transcendental Meditation in the trial was like adding a class of newly discovered medications for the prevention of heart disease ... "In this case, the new medications are derived from the body's own internal pharmacy stimulated by the Transcendental Meditation practice," he said. (Science Daily)
Migraine Increases Likelihood of Stroke Nov 18, 2009
There are a number of migraine prevention and treatment options, including smoking cessation, taking medications to lower blood pressure or taking blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin, Nazarian added. For women with migraines, additional options include discontinuing use of birth control pills or stopping hormone replacement therapy. (MEDLINEplus)
Failed anti-depressant drug could be 'women's Viagra'... Nov 18, 2009
"So where Viagra and other erectile dysfunction medications work in the blood supply, flibanserin works in the brain," he said. In the light of the women's reactions to flibanserin, the German drug company that had first tested the drug as a treatment for depression, Boehringer Ingelheim, several years ago began exploring the possibilities of it being the active ingredient in the female answer to Viagra. (The Drudge Report)
Controlling Hair Loss? Nov 18, 2009
Dr. Giannotto also likes to see his patients weekly to check their progress and to see if oral medications are needed to help with hair growth stimulation ... The experts also tell 9NEWS NOW there's no real data quite yet to establish the effectiveness of just the home comb because patients may also wind up getting the higher frequency treatments along with oral medications. (W-USA News, DC)
FDA says drugs may hurt effect of Plavix Nov 18, 2009
WASHINGTON - US health officials said yesterday a popular variety of heartburn medications can interfere with the blood thinner Plavix, a drug taken by millions of Americans to reduce risks of heart attack and stroke ... Regulators said the key ingredient in the heartburn medications blocks an enzyme the body needs to break down Plavix, muting the drug s full effect. (Boston Globe)
Kudzu Compound Could Help Alcoholics Quit Drinking Nov 18, 2009
The results seem promising, says Raye Litten, co-leader of the medications development team at the National Institute for Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Litten says there are currently four brand-name medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration for treating alcohol dependence: Antabuse, ReVia, Campral and Vivitrol. (W-USA News, DC)
Smart kidnapper's apology could reap forgiveness Nov 18, 2009
Barzee's plea came several weeks after a Utah State Hospital report said court-ordered treatments with anti-psychotic medications had restored her competency to stand trial. Twice deemed incompetent in state court, Barzee had been diagnosed as delusional, called herself a "mother of Zion" and claimed to have been receiving messages from God through her television. (Albany Times Union)
Monopoly on expensive, lifesaving drugs unfair Nov 18, 2009
Disabled by her condition, my mother has only been able to afford her medications thanks to my father s job security and private insurance. But for many Americans, this is not the case. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Meditation 'eases heart disease' Nov 17, 2009
He said: "In this case, the new medications are derived from the body's own internal pharmacy stimulated by the Transcendental Meditation practice.". Ingrid Collins, a consultant educational psychologist at the London Medical Centre, said: "I'm not at all surprised that a change of behaviour like this can have enormous benefits both emotionally and physically. "Physical and emotional energy is on a continuum and whatever happens to us physically can affect our emotions and vice versa. (BBC News -- Americas)
RICHARD LEHMAN: Costa, Cardoza showed leadership in health vote Nov 17, 2009
There are many people who cannot afford paying their premiums anymore or afford vital medications. Should our nation continue to deny Valley residents even the most basic medical care, simply because it is unavailable or they cannot afford it. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Headed in the right direction (943) Nov 17, 2009
"We want them to keep doing the right things and take medications as needed," Pierangeli said ... It is PAST time when society realizes that these people are ill rather than bad and that taking their medications is equally important as it is for a diabetic to take his or her insulin regularly. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
MSNBC apologizes for showing fake Palin photos Nov 17, 2009
Our tax dollars pay for Richardson s therapy, and his medications, but Richardson and his party oppose healthcare reform to the degree they are proposing to waste billions of dollars in a colossaly stupid federal court fight to challenge any federal healthcare law on Tenth Amendment supremacy and other totally goofy grounds. Georgia has already been the subject of ridicule in several constitutional law journal articles, but *that* is hardly anything new. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Breathe easier, sleep easier Nov 17, 2009
Not to smoke, to maintain proper weight by exercising, and eating healthy, said Rao, who added patients should also be compliant with medications to prevent complications. A medical school graduate of Karnataka University in Nehru Nagar, India, Rao is a five-year veteran of the Auburn medical community. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Cholesterol Drug Study Raises Concerns Nov 17, 2009
Despite the study's findings, CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Jennifer Ashton advises cholesterol drug users not to stop taking their medications before talking with their physician. Statins such as Lipitor and Crestor have long been used to lower LDL, or bad cholesterol, and are known to cut the risk of heart problems. (CBS News -- Health)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Nov 17, 2009
Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271. DTL Article:SAN FRANCISCO / Teens' abuse of cough medications soari:/c/a/2006/12/06/BAGK6MQA271 ... Teenage abuse of common cough medications has grown ominously in recent years, according to San Francisco researchers who found a fifteenfold increase in calls to poison control centers since 1999 for teens made sick by overdosing on household drugs that can cause hallucinogenic highs. (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
About my father Nov 17, 2009
Former Auschwitz prisoner Wladyslaw Fejkiel said that during Liebehenschel's command "there were no positive changes for the care of the prisoners, related to food or medications. The sanitary conditions remained insufficient...". He reports that Liebehenschel asked to be told about prisoners in poor health so that they could be considered first among those to be released from the camp. (BBC News -- Europe)
Cheap Vitamin B Best for Clearing Arteries? Nov 17, 2009
Results reported here Sunday may not put the nail in the coffin for a once wildly popular cholesterol-lowering drug, but they do put Zetia at the bottom of the list of medications that doctors will be using ... "This trial doesn't quite put the nail in the coffin for ezetimibe, but it pushes it way down on the list of medications for cholesterol-lowering therapy," DeMaria said. (ABC News)
Our view: Right Rx Nov 17, 2009
That means the vets will get their medications as they did before, from the Department of Veterans Affairs at little or no cost, and staff at the Pioneer Homes will give the pills as they come from the VA -- and make sure the vets take them as they should ... Good for the Pioneer Homes, which will have to take extra care with what is sometimes an array of look-alike medications. (Anchorage Daily News)
Federal health care reform bills in Congress a promising start Nov 17, 2009
If final legislation includes a public option - and we hope it does - it must be empowered to negotiate rates that lower the costs of treatments, medications and premiums. Some promising reform ideas: penalties for hospitals with high numbers of preventable errors and infections; more transparency about the true costs of treatments; rewards for doctors and hospitals achieving good results, disincentives for providers who over-treat; and "bundled" payments that provide doctors and hospitals with... (The News-Press -- Opinion)
