Hurdles For Muscular Dystrophy Therapy Cleared Oct 31, 2008
Duan's research has been supported by grants from the Muscular Dystrophy Association, the National Institute of Arthritis and Muscular Skeletal and Skin Diseases, and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS.. (Science Daily)
How Women With Lupus Can Increase Chance For Healthy Pregnancies Oct 30, 2008
The PROMISSE study was funded by the National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases of the National Institutes of Health in 2003 to identify biomarkers that would predict poor pregnancy outcomes in lupus patients ... 6, 2003) A new study funded largely by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) reveals that people diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus) -- an. (Science Daily)
Stress a trigger for skin disease Oct 28, 2008
The immune cells in skin can over-react, resulting in inflammatory skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and psoriasis ... Based on their observations, the researchers came to the conclusion that stress activates immune cells, which in turn are central in initiating and perpetuating skin diseases. (India Times, India)
Stress may make you itch Oct 27, 2008
The immune cells in skin can over-react, however, resulting in inflammatory skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis ... Yet, little is know about the means by which stress aggravates skin diseases ... Taken together, these data suggest that stress activates immune cells, which in turn are central in initiating and perpetuating skin diseases. (EurekAlert!)
Let's Go Eating At A Tema Chop Bar Oct 26, 2008
Te Fifere" in the Akan means, "you must sweat". It might be interesting if Mr Stephen Asamoah Boateng, Minister of Information and National Orientation, would wish to organise a "konkonte eating competition" for residents of Tema to promote the Ghanaian dish. From one Ghana cedi one can afford a meal depending on one's pocket in any of the "chop bars". Unlike in the city centre of Accra, the "chop bars" in Tema do not serve Nigerian dishes. Eba and agushie stew; semo and okro stew and other... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
A reversal of thinking: How women with lupus can increase chance for healthy pregnancies Oct 26, 2008
The PROMISSE study was funded by the National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases of the National Institutes of Health in 2003 to identify biomarkers that would predict poor pregnancy outcomes in lupus patients. To date, Dr. Salmon and the PROMISSE investigative team have enrolled 457 volunteers who are monitored with monthly checkups and research laboratory studies looking at genes and circulating proteins that may predict the course of pregnancy. (EurekAlert!)
Rheumatoid arthritis rising among women Oct 26, 2008
The research was supported by Mayo Clinic and National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Others on the research team were Cynthia Crowson; Hilal Maradit-Kremers, M.D.; and Terry Therneau, Ph. (EurekAlert!)
Skin Creams Can Make Skin Drier Oct 24, 2008
Dermatologists developed a new kind of T-shirt fabric, called Derma Smart, that relieves the itch from dry skin diseases like eczema. The fabric is. (Science Daily)
Bergamot Essential Oil Oct 21, 2008
The Characteristics and Properties of Aromatic Bergamot Oil. Although a native of tropical Asia, Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) is now extensively cultivated in the Southern part of Italy, particularly in the Calabria region. (Suite101.com)
* Scientists announce progress in their research on cancer Oct 18, 2008
Scientists from three universities have developed a non-invasive diagnostic tool that combines the functions of virtual biopsy and molecular imaging to significantly improve clinical diagnosis of skin diseases, researchers said on Thursday. Experiments conducted on laboratory animals using the new tool have been successful and results show the tool can effectively detect indications of oral cancer in hamsters, team members said, adding that they were looking forward to conducting human testing. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lawyer urges against jail for animal cruelty conviction Oct 17, 2008
When the RSCPA raided the Highams's Swan Reach property last year, it found more than 100 dogs suffering from skin diseases, fractures and other problems. Seventy had to be destroyed. (ABC Online)
Puppy mill - 800 animals, 125 seized Oct 15, 2008
After the raid uncovered hundreds of animals housed in filth at the Chestnut Street compound -- many suffering skin diseases, respiratory ailments and malnutrition -- the state Department of Agriculture revoked his kennel license, putting an end to a long career marred by repeated convictions for animal cruelty. The story is far from over, however. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Haiti's challenge is our challenge (99) Oct 11, 2008
Under these unhygienic conditions and without access to clean water, diarrhea, dehydration, respiratory infections, malaria, dysentery, measles and skin diseases were concerns. As of late September, 423 Haitians had died from the hurricanes, 50 people were missing and about 850,000 were affected by the storms. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Elephantiasis Elimination Program on Track Oct 10, 2008
The treatments have also offered further benefits, protecting tens of millions of children and women from intestinal worms and other skin diseases, Eric Ottesen of the Lymphatic Filariasis Support Center in Atlanta, who led the study, and colleagues said. Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
LF Elimination Program Treats Over Half Billion People and Protects Millions More From Debilitating Disease Oct 8, 2008
When given for a minimum of five consecutive years, these drugs can effectively stop transmission of LF. The drugs used to eliminate LF are the same medications used to treat a number of intestinal worms and parasitic skin diseases, which infect hundreds of millions of people in developing countries and are major contributors to malnutrition, disability, delayed development, and problems during pregnancy ... "Because of the LF program, at least 56.6 million children and 44.5 million women of... (PR Newswire)
A sea of tears Oct 7, 2008
"It's not easy for the fishermen to make out where the Indian waters end and Pakistani waters begin. Their crime is minor, yet they are kept in inhuman conditions. Many contract tuberculosis and skin diseases by the time they are released," says M K Paul, a Rajkot-based human rights activist who has petitioned the National Human Rights Commission to intervene. To make matters worse, the poor fishermen are not even entrepreneurs working to make that bit of extra profit; they are paid workers of... (India Times, India -- Community News)
Study: Oral vitamin D may help prevent some skin infections Oct 7, 2008
In many skin diseases, including eczema, a deficiency of cathelicidin correlates with increased infection. Study participants (14 with atopic dermatitis and 14 without) were all given 4,000 IUs of oral Vitamin D3 per day for 21 days. (Xinhuanet, China)
Scabies: Itchy global scourge is often misdiagnosed Oct 3, 2008
Scabies is frequently misdiagnosed and mistreated, partly because most physicians are unfamiliar with it and partly because its symptoms mimic so many other skin diseases ... But unlike other skin diseases, scabies is usually accompanied by a tell-tale sign: one or more burrows in the skin where female mites lay their eggs. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Video: Palin once blessed to be free from 'witchcraft' Oct 3, 2008
Non-demonic miracles attributed to Jesus involved infirmities such as fever, Leprosy and related skin diseases, long-term bleeding, withered hands, Dropsy, deafness, blindness and paralysis. Miracles of a controlling nature: Feeding the 5000 and the 4000 men, cursing the Fig Tree, Turning water into wine, walking on water, trasfiguration of Jesus, Catch of 153 fish, calming a strom, transubstantiation during last supper. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Farm safely ” Protect YOUr investment Sep 24, 2008
They are at high risk for both fatal and nonfatal injuries, including work-related lung diseases, noise-induced hearing loss, skin diseases, and certain cancers associated with chemical use and prolonged sun exposure. There are many safety precautions farmers can take to minimize their risk of being injured or killed. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Health for all launched at European Town. Sep 17, 2008
The beneficiaries and their children were treated for worm infestations, skin diseases, anaemia and malnutrition. Papa Owusu Ankomah, Member of Parliament for Sekondi, said the exercise was aimed at assisting the vulnerable in his community to get treatment for some common ailments. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
ANGRY PROTESTS Sep 10, 2008
Health officials said water-borne diseases such as dysentery, skin diseases and diarrhoea have broken out in many areas and army and medical personnel were distributing medicines. But many said they were not getting any help from authorities. (AlertNet)
Healthful Hints: Ultraviolet light is systemic therapy Sep 4, 2008
Ultraviolet light (UVL) has been used for centuries to treat several different inflammatory skin diseases ... The UVL can dampen cantankerous, abnormal white blood cells while they float by in their conduits, causing a cutaneous curse (skin diseases) before they migrate into your skin proper. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Newly Uncovered Cells May Be Critical In Psoriasis Aug 26, 2008
(July 12, 2007) MicroRNA, small RNA molecules, may play an important role in the development of inflammatory skin diseases such as psoriasis and atopic. (Mar. (Science Daily)
New Test To Diagnose Osteoarthritis Early Aug 22, 2008
(Credit: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases). Related Stories. (Science Daily)
Basque study reaches to Idaho immigrants Aug 18, 2008
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Novel Mechanism That Controls The Development Of Autoimmunity Discovered Aug 15, 2008
The scientists from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), both part of the NIH, studied immune system T cells specifically the helper T cell, an immune system component that helps other cells fight infection. They focused on the protein furin, an enzyme that plays an important role in the functioning of T cells. (Science Daily)
Running Slows The Aging Clock, Researchers Find Aug 12, 2008
The research was supported by grants from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases and by the National Institute on Aging. Journal reference. (Science Daily)
Malaria, most reported disease at Juaso Hospital Aug 9, 2008
Aidoo also mentioned malaria, cough, hypertension, skin diseases, joint conditions, diabetes, abdominal pain, diarrhoea and hernia as the top ten causes of OPD attendance. On HIV/AIDS, she said out of 1,401 persons screened, 34 tested positive to the disease, representing 2. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
B Cells Can Act Alone In Autoimmune Disease Aug 9, 2008
8, 2008) B cells, the source of damaging autoantibodies, have long been thought to depend upon T cells for their activation and were not considered important in the initiation of autoimmune diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. In the Aug. 7 online issue of the journal of Immunity, Yale University researchers turn this paradigm on its head by showing that in systemic autoimmune diseases B cells can be activated the absence of T cells. (Science Daily)
* Hospital warns of perils of condition for young children Aug 9, 2008
SSSS is often mistaken for other skin diseases, which may delay treatment and lead to worsening of symptoms, she said. This disease can be contracted from any type of skin abrasion or wound. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
14 tons of meat from rare animal seized Aug 7, 2008
$45 a poundSelling for $45 a pound in Shanghai, pangolin meat is regarded as highly nutritious while its scales are prescribed for ailments ranging from skin diseases to lack of milk in breast-feeding mothers. INTERACTIVE. (MSNBC -- International)
Stiefel Laboratories Completes Acquisition of Barrier Therapeutics Aug 7, 2008
"The acquisition reinforces Stiefel's promise to provide novel, high-quality, safe and effective products for the treatment of skin diseases and our continued and enthusiastic commitment to advancing the field of dermatology." In addition to bringing new assets to Stiefel, the acquisition also provides the opportunity for the company to leverage its global footprint for the newly-acquired portfolio. "Stiefel's worldwide network includes more than 30 subsidiaries around the world, a research and... (PR Newswire)
The Price of Beauty As Doctors Cater to Looks, Skin Patients Wait Jul 28, 2008
At a time when dermatologists are trying to advance the idea of a national epidemic, such a two-tier system is raising concerns that the coddling of beauty patients may divert attention from skin diseases. A study published last year in The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology found that dermatologists in 11 American cities and one county offered faster appointments to a person calling about Botox than for someone calling about a changing , a possible sign of skin cancer. (New York Times)
"Humanitarian crisis" at Greek migrant camp Jul 28, 2008
With some migrants suffering from tuberculosis and skin diseases, there is a risk of contagion and only one doctor was working at the camp, without a translator, MSF said, adding its staff was not being permitted regular access to provide healthcare. "The situation is horrible from a medical point of view," Karayiannis told Reuters on Monday. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Law of 'the Jungle' rules France's illegal refugees Jul 20, 2008
Lung and skin diseases, as well as malnutrition, are rife. Criminals prey upon the oldest and youngest refugees. (Globe and Mail -- International)
YESTERDAYS: Fourth was noisiest in years Jul 13, 2008
Fritch s Famous Vegetable Soap, a guaranteed cure for all skin diseases, can be secured of Mrs. Wm. N. Fields, agent, motorman on Old Colony Street Railway line, residence, Water street, East Weymouth. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Colombian rebels tricked into releasing hostages Jul 3, 2008
Along with letters and reports from other hostages, they showed a once-vibrant, confident woman slowly succumbing to Hepatitis B, tropical skin diseases and depression. One former hostage said Betancourt was kept chained to a tree after trying to escape. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Heavy Birthweight Increases Risk Of Developing Rheumatoid Arthritis Jul 1, 2008
According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, about 2. 1 million people, or between 0. (Science Daily)
Drug Treatment For Marfan Syndrome Looks Promising Jun 28, 2008
4, 2007) Scientists supported in part by the National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) and National Institute of Neurological Disorders and. (Apr. (Science Daily)
* Ferry recovery called off because of pesticide leak Jun 28, 2008
Officials identified the pesticide as Endo Sulfan which has been blamed for causing mental and genetic disorders, skin diseases and even cancer in rural communities in India, media reports said. Pesticide. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Toxic find halts Philippine dive Jun 28, 2008
Exposure to endosulfan, an insecticide, has been blamed for mental and genetic disorders, skin diseases and nervous disorders, and even death. Vice-President Noli de Castro said the consignment aboard the ferry had been bound for pineapple plantations of Del Monte Philippines. (BBC News -- Science)
Potential New Way To Block Inflammation In Autoimmune Disease Discovered Jun 25, 2008
ScienceDaily (June 24, 2008) Researchers from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), have identified a promising new target for autoimmune disease treatment -- a cell-surface receptor called DR3. Their research in mice suggests that blocking this receptor could slow or stop the damaging inflammation characteristic of autoimmune diseases, potentially without leaving the body vulnerable to serious... (Science Daily)
Cats Can Trigger Eczema in Some Infants Jun 25, 2008
Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, begins in the first year of life for 65 percent of the people who have the condition, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. About 20 percent of all infants and children have symptoms. (Health-Finder)
Aaron McBride illustrates filmmaking history Jun 21, 2008
To breathe life into the half-human, half-sea creature pirates that were in the imagination of director Gore Verbinski, McBride and the other concept artists researched a variety of marine life and shellfish, but also some more gruesome images from autopsies and degenerative skin diseases so that the fantastic mutations were startling but believable. Innovative technology was then applied that married gray-costumed real actors and sets with the illustrated and digitally created pirate-monsters. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Mobile grooming salon for feline friends Jun 17, 2008
She said most long-fur dogs, like golden retrievers, which are prone to skin diseases, should have a bath once every two weeks. Henny also suggested long-fur dogs have their fur combed once every two days to avoid tangles that might trigger skin diseases. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Effective Acne Treatments Jun 9, 2008
In fact, nearly 80 percent of people between the ages of 11 and 30 have outbreaks at some point, according to National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Although the exact causes are unknown, there are certain measures that can be taken to get rid of acne. (Suite101.com)
Humans Have Ten Times More Bacteria Than Human Cells: How Do Microbial Communities Affect Human Health? Jun 6, 2008
Changes in these microbial communities may be responsible for digestive disorders, skin diseases, gum disease and even obesity. Despite their vital imporance in human health and disease, these communities residing within us remain largely unstudied and a concerted research effort needs to be made to better understand them, say researchers June 3 at the 108th General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology in Boston. (Science Daily)
Probiotic Bacteria Protect Endangered Frogs From Lethal Skin Disease Jun 6, 2008
5, 2008) Laboratory tests and field studies conducted by James Madison University (JMU) researchers continue to show promise that probiotic bacteria can be used to help amphibian populations, including the endangered yellow-legged frog, fend off lethal skin diseases. See also. (Science Daily)
Study of effects of mining activities on Obuasi launched Jun 5, 2008
Analysis of disease prevalence patterns showed that malaria, acute respiratory infections, diarrhoea, skin diseases, acute eye infections, among others, constituted the top six causes of OPD attendance. Launching the book, Professor Kwame Ninsin, a lecturer at the University of Ghana, said regulators must be firm in applying the laws relating to mining in order to minimize the environmental damage and negative health impact on the communities. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Premature girls get more from breast milk Jun 2, 2008
These range from combating respiratory infections, fewer ear, stomach or intestinal infections, digestive problems, skin diseases and allergies. "There are many, many different diseases that are protected against by breast-feeding. It's a great source of nutrition," Dr Fernando Polack of Johns Hopkins University says. (ABC Online)
There are ways to prevent the onset of osteoporosis May 27, 2008
gov or write to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health, 1 AMS Circle, Bethesda, MD 20892-3675. This federal research agency has a number of other excellent publications, all of which are free. (The Star-Ledger - NJ.com)
Dog, 14 cats found living in filth euthanized May 26, 2008
Animal control spokeswoman Peggy Bender says the dog and cats euthanized all suffered from upper respiratory infections and skin diseases. Officers allowed the resident to keep a dog and two birds because they were the only animals healthy enough to be saved. (WKRC.com, OH)
Inheriting riskDoes first cousin marriage mean worse health for the children? May 17, 2008
The genetic conditions more common in populations with high rates of consanguineous marriage are rare recessive disorders which cause a wide range of problems, such as blindness, deafness, skin diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. We all carry gene mutations and sometimes, such as in the case of cystic fibrosis, they are fairly common in the general population. (BBC News -- UK)
Myanmar Junta Pressed by UN to Accept International Relief After Cyclone May 13, 2008
You've got lots of people living homeless next to pools of filthy, standing water'' that can cause skin diseases, diarrhea and respiratory infections. To contact the reporters on this story: in Sydney at ; in Washington at. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Got Sugar? Skeletal Muscle Development Responds To Nutrient Availability May 13, 2008
The researchers include Marcella Fulco, National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD; Yana Cen, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, NY; Po Zhao, Children's National Medical Center, Washington, DC; Eric P. Hoffman, Children's National Medical Center, Washington, DC; Michael W. McBurney, Ottawa Health Research Center Institute, Ottawa, Canada; Anthony A. Sauve, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New... (Science Daily)
DragonForce Frontman Not As Impressed As 'Guitar Hero' Fans; Plus Deftones, All That Remains And More News That Rules, In Metal File May 9, 2008
" The rest of the week's metal news: It's official! The Deftones are back in recording mode and have begun tracking their next one, the tentatively titled Eros. Terry Date (Soundgarden, Pantera) has signed on to produce the effort. ... Having run out of studio time due to touring commitments, New Jersey's God Forbid have announced that their next album won't be finished anytime soon. Instead, they'll be returning to the studio after the tour to pick up where they'd left off. What this means is,... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Bloodthirsty Mites Will Infest Homes May 8, 2008
Pet lovers are being warned to be on guard against the bloodthirsty pests, which can cause skin diseases in dogs and life-threatening anaemia in kittens. They say that the total UK dog population could lose as much of 17,600 pints - or 2,200 gallons - of blood every day to the mites. (Sky News)
Breast-feeding may boost children's IQ May 7, 2008
These include fewer ear, stomach or intestinal infections, digestive problems, skin diseases and allergies, and less risk of developing high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that women who do not have health problems exclusively breast-feed their infants for at least the first six months, with it continuing at least through the first year as other foods are introduced. (MSNBC -- Health)
Rising nos of patients go to Kashmir for leech therapy May 6, 2008
Doctors say at least three hospitals in the Himalayan region of Kashmir have started using leeches on patients suffering from skin diseases, arthritis, chronic headaches and sinusitis. Rising numbers of patients, who have not been cured using conventional medicine, have started to visit the region's three "Unani" or traditional medicine hospitals for "leech therapy". (Reuters India)
Grezzo Restaurant Review Apr 21, 2008
Raw food diets have demonstrated the power to shed pounds quickly, cure diabetes, asthma, skin diseases, migraines, and even cancer. Alissa s Appeal. (Suite101.com)
Georgia home to important medicinal plants Apr 21, 2008
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Loop Diuretics Linked to Hip Bone Loss in Older Men Apr 16, 2008
Medical News: Loop Diuretics Linked to Hip Bone Loss in Older Men - in Endocrinology, Osteoporosis from MedPage Today. Personalize Your Medical News. (MedPage Today)
TAKE THE WATERS Apr 15, 2008
The naturally occurring minerals - varying amounts of magnesium, bicarbonate, sodium, iron, potassium and lithium, among others - are no longer widely believed to "cure" anything, though many swear by the water's therapeutic effects on skin diseases, circulation and the. immune system. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Acne nightmare'I was so depressed I was suicidal and cut myself' Apr 13, 2008
"The "Walk for Skin" raises money for vital research into all skin diseases, including acne. "We can make a real difference to those people whose lives are blighted by skin disease and help to fund research into new treatments and eventually cures. " Melissa is proof of the impact the skin condition can have on young people. Melissa's spots led to depression Not only did she struggle to deal with the condition, but her misery was compounded by others simply dismissing it as routine "teenage... (BBC News -- UK)
