The Power of Magnesium Jan 2, 2009
Magnesium supplementation likewise may assist people with osteoporosis, who generally have more depressed magnesium levels than citizenry without this condition ... People with osteoporosis may consequently require higher doses of magnesium, in addition to calcium additives that are not extracted from dairy items. (Suite101.com)
USC dentist links Fosomax-type drugs to jaw necrosis Jan 2, 2009
Study is among first to link short term drug use for osteoporosis to bone death ... The study is among the first to acknowledge that even short-term use of common oral osteoporosis drugs may leave the jaw vulnerable to devastating necrosis, according to the report appearing in the January 1 Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) ... Osteoporosis currently affects 10 million Americans. (EurekAlert!)
Fosamax Side Effect Reports Scare Patients Jan 2, 2009
As New Research Emerges, Public Opinion of Osteoporosis Drugs May Be at Stake ... The end of 2008 was not kind to the osteoporosis drug Fosamax ... Two new studies pointing out potential side effects of certain osteoporosis drugs may affect patient perception of these medicines. (ABC News)
Fosomax-Type Drugs Linked to Jaw Necrosis Jan 2, 2009
The study is among the first to acknowledge that even short-term use of common oral osteoporosis drugs may leave the jaw vulnerable to devastating necrosis, according to the report appearing in the January 1 Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA). Osteoporosis currently affects 10 million Americans. (Newsmax)
Bone Drugs Tied to Esophageal Cancer Jan 2, 2009
Merck's popular osteoporosis drug Fosamax and other similar drugs may carry a risk for esophageal cancer, a Food and Drug Administration official said on Wednesday ... The drugs aim to treat bone-weakening osteoporosis by increasing bone mass ... An estimated 10 million Americans, mostly women, have osteoporosis. (Newsmax)
Nutrition news: the good, the bad and the ugly Jan 1, 2009
Having too little vitamin D is also thought to increase the risk of diabetes, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, obesity and certain cancers. Evidence of vitamin D's benefits was so compelling that, in June, the Canadian Cancer Society issued a recommendation to Canadians to start taking supplements of the vitamin. (Globe and Mail)
A healthy start to the year Jan 1, 2009
"Deficiencies, excesses and imbalances in a diet can produce negative impacts on health, which may lead to diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, scurvy, obesity or osteoporosis," says Annelie Smith, Cape Town Dietician. A good supplement can top up your diet and offer a simple way to get increased amounts of nutrients that you don't get enough of from food. (iAfrica.com)
Giant Osteoclasts and Alendronate Jan 1, 2009
Background Bisphosphonates decrease bone resorption and are commonly used to treat or prevent osteoporosis ... From the Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism (R.S.W., S.C.M.), the Center for Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone Diseases (R.S.W., P.K.R., S.C.M.), the Departments of Internal Medicine (R.S.W., S.C.M.) and Biostatistics (P.K.R.), and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (R.S.W., S.C.M.) all at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Stroke screenings offered in February Dec 31, 2008
A bone-density screening to assess osteoporosis risk is also offered and is appropriate for men and women. A Wellness Package with Heart Rhythm costs 149. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
GTx submits toremifene 80 mg to FDA Dec 31, 2008
GTx is a biopharmaceutical company based in Memphis that seeks to discover, develop and commercialize small molecules that selectively target hormone pathways to treat cancer, osteoporosis and bone loss, muscle wasting and other serious medical conditions. Reader Comments. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Barbel Fitness Studio Can HelpWith Those New Year's Goals Dec 31, 2008
"We do work in conjunction with Score for rehabilitation and fitness. We continue the good work Score offers and help with transition fitness, transition rehabilitation and individualized fitness plans."We have several balance and posture, osteoporosis and arthritis management programs. "Barbara has had a deep connection to fitness, resistance training, health and wellness for more than 30 years. She became a certified personal trainer after turning her living space into a mini fitness gym,... (Voices, CT)
Appetites for the agesLocal food experts share tips on what you should or shouldn't eat after 50 Dec 30, 2008
She also recommends that older women increase their calcium and Vitamin D intake with milk and supplements to combat osteoporosis. Because of acid reflux, some seniors might not tolerate spicy foods well. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
China honey tops FDA watch list Dec 30, 2008
lists hundreds of studies exploring honey's value in treating, controlling or preventing diabetes, Alzheimer's, osteoporosis, stress, skin conditions, sexual problems and scores of other maladies. Honey makes a natural antibacterial agent, in part because of its high sugar content and acidity, and many Third World countries still use it to treat burns and wounds. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
NY 'obesity tax' defended by Health Commissioner... Dec 30, 2008
Also, many sodas have been shown to be harmful in other ways such as increasing the drinkers chance of acquiring osteoporosis ... Also, many sodas have been shown to be harmful in other ways such as increasing the drinkers chance of acquiring osteoporosis. (The Drudge Report)
Attention to Bones Important in Women with Lupus Dec 30, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Among premenopausal women taking steroids for lupus, various treatments preserve bone mineral density and "should be considered" for preventing the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis, advise researchers in a report published this month ... "Whether due to the corticosteroid treatment, or to the disease itself, osteoporosis is being increasingly recognized in patients with SLE," Dr. Swan S. Yeap, of the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, and colleagues explain in the... (MEDLINEplus)
Bone-Building Exercise Benefits May Not Last Dec 30, 2008
Increased BMD due to previous high levels of physical activity may not prevent the brittle bone disease osteoporosis in later years, the investigators warn in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. "We found that BMD in young men is constantly changing with the current level of physical activity," Tervo and colleagues report. (MEDLINEplus)
'Cookbook Medicine' Won't Do for Elderly Dec 30, 2008
The center, which opened in 2007, was designed especially for primary care of older adults, many of whom have complex chronic medical problems like diabetes, heart disease and hypertension as well as debilitating conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis. Just as a child is not a small adult and requires specialized care, adults over the age of, say, 65, are not just old adults and should not be treated like patients half their age. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Pair's 50-year poverty fight in Ky. opens gate to opportunity Dec 27, 2008
Midwife Peggy Kemner, 78 years old and bent over with osteoporosis like a tiny question mark, climbs into her dented car, peers over the dashboard and hits the gas. "Hold on," she says. (USA Today -- Money)
Generic drug prices falling in US Dec 26, 2008
Aitken said the price competition is particularly intense for drugs that had been brand-name blockbusters recent examples include osteoporosis drug Fosamax and cholesterol fighter Zocor where "there can be as many as 20 generic manufacturers competing for share.". Meanwhile, in May 2006 discounter Kmart started the trend with 90-day supplies of popular drugs for $15, followed by $4-per-month programs from Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Target Corp. The idea was to pass on their savings from buying in... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Gifts of Hope: Organization helps seniors live independent lives Dec 26, 2008
Over the years, between the osteoporosis and osteostenosis, she has been deteriorating, Robert said this week, describing the conditions affecting his mother s weakening bones and spine. Jean required several trips to Life Care, a rehabilitation clinic in Scituate, where she had physical therapy following her discharge from the hospital. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
Women's Health Office Funds Cut Dec 26, 2008
It also produces heavily requested health information about menopause, pregnancy, birth control, osteoporosis and other topics. The administration had requested -- and Congress had budgeted -- $4 million for the office in fiscal 2007, just as they have for several years running. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Study Shows Exercise Shields Against Osteoporosis Dec 25, 2008
Women who did weight-bearing sports such as swimming had greater bone density in menopause. Tuesday, December 23, 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Buzz: FDA Warning on Weight Loss Pills and Other Health News Dec 25, 2008
Learn about the risk factors of osteoporosis, and how you can prevent this bone disease. HealthiNation video. (U.S. News & World Report)
OBAMA SCATTERS GRANDMOTHER'S ASHES Dec 25, 2008
Madelyn Dunham was suffering from osteoporosis and cancer when she fell in her apartment and broke her hip in early October. Within days, Obama's campaign announced his sudden decision to cancel appearances during his presidential campaign so he could make the long flight home to visit Dunham. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Organization helps seniors stay independent Dec 23, 2008
Over the years, between the osteoporosis and osteostenosis, she has been deteriorating, Robert said, describing the conditions affecting his mother s weakening bones and spinal canal. Jean required several trips to Life Care, a rehabilitation clinic in Scituate, where she had physical therapy following her discharge from the hospital. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
CT Colonography Offers One-stop Screening For Cancer And Osteoporosis Dec 22, 2008
22, 2008) New research reveals that computed tomography (CT) colonography, also known as virtual colonoscopy, has the potential to screen for two diseases at once colorectal cancer and osteoporosis, both of which commonly affect adults over age 50 ... "With CT colonography, in addition to screening for colorectal cancer, we were able to identify patients with osteoporosis," said lead author Rizwan Aslam, M.B.Ch ... Low bone mineral density is usually associated with osteoporosis, a disease in... (Science Daily)
* Alcohol and the elderly Dec 22, 2008
Osteoporosis X Several studies have suggested that elderly women who drink moderately tend to have better bone density. But chronic heavy drinking can dramatically compromise bone quality and may increase osteoporosis risk, H. Wayne Sampson of Texas Aersity Health Science Center in College Station has reported for the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
What can I do for metallic taste in mouth? Dec 22, 2008
I also have osteoporosis and use Forteo as a daily injection ... Since you have osteoporosis, taking a calcium plus D supplement is recommended. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Hildreth on Health: Significance of physical, mental activity and degenerative diseases Dec 21, 2008
An acceleration of osteoporosis was apparent ... Much of our osteoporosis is influenced by poor fluid and nutritional exchange within the bone structure and other components of the musculoskeletal system. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Eldecalcitol, an Active Vitamin D3 Derivative, Reduces Incidence of New Vertebral Fractures in Osteoporosis Patients in Phase III Clinical Trial Dec 21, 2008
Tokyo, Dec 16, 2008 - (JCN Newswire) - Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and Taisho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. announced today that the active vitamin D3 derivative being co-developed by the two companies for treatment of osteoporosis (generic name: eldecalcitol; Chugai development code: ED-71, Taisho development code: CT-081) significantly reduced the incidence of new vertebral fractures in osteoporosis patients in a randomized, double-blind, comparative trial ... This phase III clinical trial,... (JCN Network, Japan)
Sally Connolly: For the New Year: a moving resolution Dec 21, 2008
Regular physical activity and structured exercise can also reduce falls and injuries, and it is a key factor in the prevention and management of osteopenia and osteoporosis. It also promotes mental wellbeing and helps people to manage their weight. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Amgen Submits Biologics License Application for FDA Approval of Denosumab in Women With Postmenopausal Osteoporosis and in Patients Undergoing Hormone Ablation for Either Prostate or Breast Cancer Dec 20, 2008
The indications for which Amgen is seeking FDA approval are treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis (PMO) in women, and treatment and prevention of bone loss in patients undergoing hormone ablation for either prostate or breast cancer ... Postmenopausal osteoporosis affects more than 200 million people worldwide(1), and can have devastating consequences ... (2,4,5) It has been reported that osteoporosis results in more hospital bed-days than stroke, myocardial infarction or... (PR Newswire)
CT imaging useful to measure bone loss in COPD Dec 20, 2008
Many features besides the lung are associated with COPD, indicating it is a systemic disease, Dr. Toyohiro Hirai and colleagues at Kyoto University note in the journal Chest; one such feature is osteoporosis ... "Percentage of low-attenuation area in the lungs correlated with bone density more closely than other risk factors for osteoporosis," such as age, body mass index, and measures of lung function, Hirai's group reports ... Moreover, their multiple regression analysis showed that only... (Scientific American)
Taking the measure of your fitness Dec 20, 2008
Christopher Hauck, owner of Chiropractic Solutions on Concord Street, said that exercise not only impacts muscles, but the body s nervous system and can help the chances of developing some diseases, like osteoporosis. "Exercise affects us more than we thought," said Hauck. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Amgen seeks US approval of osteoporosis drug Dec 20, 2008
LOS ANGELES, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Amgen Inc (AMGN.O), the world's largest biotechnology company, said on Friday it filed for U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of experimental drug denosumab as a treatment for osteoporosis in post- menopausal women ... The Thousand Oaks, California-based company said in September that a large trial of denosumab in post-menopausal women suffering from osteoporosis showed it reduced the risk of some spine fractures by about 68 percent. (Reuters)
Better Coordination Help Prevent Fractures In Osteoporosis ... Dec 19, 2008
Better Coordination Help Prevent Fractures In Osteoporosis Patients: AMA ... Better Coordination Help Prevent Fractures In Osteoporosis Patients: AMA ... Better Coordination Help Prevent Fractures In Osteoporosis Patients: AMA. (MedIndia)
Arthritis affects more than half of the 85-plus population Dec 19, 2008
The report also found that the number of people with arthritis and osteoporosis is set to increase as the population ages in coming decades ... For osteoporosis, the recorded rates seem to have increased but we rely on self-reporting for those figures and it does look like the figure has gone up because of better detection ... The report noted that older people with arthritis and osteoporosis are likely to suffer from co-morbid conditions and are at risk of negative drug interactions. (Australian Ageing Agenda)
Turmeric may work for Alzheimers Dec 19, 2008
Curcumin is marketed widely in the western world as a dietary supplement for the treatment and prevention of both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis. Scientists have also recently found that curcumin helps stop the spread of breast cancer into the lungs. (India Times, India)
People moderating own alcohol, smoking and drug usage: report Dec 18, 2008
In a separate AIHW report, arthritis and osteoporosis are among the most common long term chronic health problems in Australia, affecting 1 in 6 Australians, it said. The report, Arthritis and Osteoporosis in Australia 2008, examin 00003B79 es the conditions issues such as disability, falls and fractures, treatment and management ... Due to the mostly symptomless nature of osteoporosis, the almost 600,000 Australians (mostly women over the age of 55) who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis... (The West Australian)
Mother spared jail over son's death Dec 18, 2008
He had severe physical and intellectual disabilities, including osteoporosis, and was extremely malnourished, weighing just 6. 84 kilograms. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
PMH buys two new scanners Dec 18, 2008
DXA is the gold standard for bone mineral density measurement and vertebral fracture assessment for patients with osteoporosis and osteopenia, said Hartman ... Medicare will cover routine follow-up diagnostic exams for osteoporosis patients using Perry Memorial Hospital s new DXA scanner. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Dr. Nedira Haik: treating the mind, body and spirit Dec 17, 2008
Now that there is an increasing body of research on the importance of certain vitamins, like Vitamin D for for osteoporosis and fish oil for high cholesterol, many more doctors are taking note and incorporating supplement recommendations in their practice. And most primary care docs already make sure to recommend adequate calcium intake for their women patients. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Women's Health Office Funds Cut Dec 17, 2008
It also produces heavily requested health information about menopause, pregnancy, birth control, osteoporosis and other topics. The administration had requested -- and Congress had budgeted -- $4 million for the office in fiscal 2007, just as they have for several years running. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
One in six has arthritis, osteoporosis Dec 17, 2008
ONE in six Australians suffer from arthritis or osteoporosis, a national snapshot of the disease shows ... Because osteoporosis usually has no symptoms, the number of Australians diagnosed with the disease - almost 600,000, mostly women aged over 55 - is likely to represent only a small portion of the true number of people with the condition. (The Australian)
Arthritis, osteoporosis common in Oz Dec 17, 2008
MELBOURNE: One in six Australians is affected by arthritis or osteoporosis, a new report released today has revealed ... "About 600,000 Australians have been diagnosed with osteoporosis based on self-reported information," she said adding, "but because many people are undiagnosed, because osteoporosis doesn't have any symptoms, we believe that the actual number is much higher than that.". (India Times, India)
Teen Depression, Smoking Hard on the Bones Dec 16, 2008
This may increase vulnerability to late life skeletal bone loss and brittleness known as osteoporosis, said Dorn of the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio. Because of the strong link between osteoporosis and depression and smoking in adults, Dorn and colleagues looked for similar associations among adolescents. (MEDLINEplus)
Fruits and Veggies May Strengthen Bones Dec 16, 2008
Could join calcium and vitamin D in fight against osteoporosis, study finds. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
Gene Mutation Appears To Help Prevent Heart Disease Dec 16, 2008
Since 1993, Maryland researchers, led by Dr. Shuldiner, have conducted more than a dozen studies of the Amish, searching for genes that cause a variety of medical problems, such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis and high blood pressure. "We have uncovered a wealth of information in our studies of the Amish over the years, and much of what we have found is not only applicable to this unique population, but the general public as well," Dr. Shuldiner says. (Science Daily)
'Sunshine vitamin' often hard to come by in Juneau Dec 16, 2008
A sampling of diseases for which risk is associated with low Vitamin D levels include: osteoporosis, multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis and Type I diabetes in children, along with a host of other autoimmune disorders. Cancers linked to D deficiency include: breast, colon, prostate, lung, pancreatic, ovarian, Hodgkin's lymphom, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, bladder, esophageal and uterine. (Juneau Empire)
An immunohistochemical study of the antinociceptive effect of calcitonin in ovariectomized rats Dec 16, 2008
Calcitonin is used as a treatment to reduce the blood calcium concentration in hypercalcemia and to improve bone mass in osteoporosis ... Ovariectomaized (OVX) rats exhibit the same hormonal changes as observed in humans with osteoporosis and are an animal model of postmenopousal osteoporosis ... We assessed the antinociceptive effects of calcitonin in an ovariectomized (OVX) rat model, which exhibit osteoporosis and hyperalgesia, using the immunohistochemical method. (BioMed Central)
Women shunning physical exercise Dec 15, 2008
"For the over 50s this is particularly troubling since this is a group at risk of a range of chronic diseases associated with physical inactivity such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers.". The study was recently published in Preventive Medicine. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Cigarettes are a Chemical Cocktail Dec 15, 2008
Cigarette Smoke Isn't Just Burning Tobacco. The cigarette industry knowingly manufactures a product that has chemicals. (Suite101.com)
The fear of recurrence Dec 15, 2008
I look for osteoporosis. I ascertain if there is a cognitive dysfunction (memory loss, slower reflexes, intellectual decline). (AsiaOne)
Appointment Book Dec 15, 2008
Monday, December 15, 2008. - Portable Fitness; Learn simple exercises to burn calories during travel, at home or office, Hamot Wellness Center, Jan. 29, 5 to 6 p.m., $5. (Erie Times-News, PA)
More women giving physical exercise the miss Dec 15, 2008
"For the over 50s this is particularly troubling since this is a group at risk of a range of chronic diseases associated with physical inactivity such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and some cancers.". . (Sify.com, India)
Surge In Older Cancer Survivors Expected As Baby Boomers Age Dec 14, 2008
Trying to disentangle the effects of cancer and its treatment from competing health conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and osteoporosis on health outcomes is complex. Some studies suggest that older cancer survivors may be doing worse physically and psychologically than non-cancer comparison groups. (Science Daily)
Alternative Medicine's Rapid Spread? Nonsense Dec 13, 2008
Learn about the risk factors of osteoporosis, and how you can prevent this bone disease. Rheumatoid arthritis, one of the most severe types of arthritis, affects people of all ages. (U.S. News & World Report)
Engineers To Create Virtual Crash Test Dummy Dec 13, 2008
(May 25, 2004) When a car crash occurs, people with osteoporosis and other brittle bone disorders often suffer more serious injuries. To better protect these "fragile" motorists, three Johns Hopkins. (Science Daily)
Generic drug prices falling in US Dec 13, 2008
Aitken said the price competition is particularly intense for drugs that had been brand-name blockbusters recent examples include osteoporosis drug Fosamax and cholesterol fighter Zocor where "there can be as many as 20 generic manufacturers competing for share.". Meanwhile, in May 2006 discounter Kmart started the trend with 90-day supplies of popular drugs for $15, followed by $4-per-month programs from Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Target Corp. The idea was to pass on their savings from buying in... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Slip, slop, slap on the wrist over sun Dec 13, 2008
Low levels of vitamin D, which is mainly synthesised from UV light, has also been linked to depression, osteoporosis and overall risk of death ... The safest way to maintain adequate vitamin D levels is by eating fortified foods such as milk and oily fish or taking a supplement rather than getting more sun exposure, the Australian and New Zealand Bone and Mineral Society, Osteoporosis Australia, the College of Dermatologists and the Cancer Council Australia, said in a joint statement. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Plant City boy, 7, is a champion surfer Dec 13, 2008
Clark's teen years in Mississippi were spent listening to the surf tunes of the '60s, back when the Beach Boys were king and Gidget didn't sell medicine for osteoporosis. A trip to California sealed the deal. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Foods That Maximize Calcium's Healt... Dec 12, 2008
Calcium is particularly effective in helping to prevent osteoporosis and other health problems when taken in conjunction with vitamins and minerals that aid its absorption and overall efficacy ... Societies that get their calcium primarily through plant sources have lower rates of osteoporosis than the U.S. and Canada, where dairy product consumption is high ... Key elements in the osteoporosis-fighting team include. (Suite101.com)
Bone drug may help chemo fight breast cancer Dec 12, 2008
They are mainly used to treat osteoporosis. Also at the conference, several reports strengthened evidence that newer hormone-blockers called aromatase inhibitors, or AIs, do a better job of preventing cancer recurrences and may give a slight survival advantage over the long-used drug tamoxifen. (MSNBC -- Health)
Alcoholism Increases Osteoporosis Risk in Young Men Dec 12, 2008
Wednesday, December 10, 2008. NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Brittle bones are a known consequence of alcoholism, and now new findings suggest that even young men are at risk of developing low bone mass. (MEDLINEplus)
Lack Of Vitamin D Causes Weight Gain And Stunts Growth In Girls Dec 12, 2008
While lack of vitamin D is common in adults and has been linked to diseases such as osteoporosis, cancer and obesity, until this study, little was known about the consequences of insufficient vitamin D in young people. The research team measured vitamin D in girls aged 16 to 22 using a simple blood test (25-hydroxy vitamin D). (Science Daily)
