How to Know if Your Dog Has the Flu Nov 17, 2008
Because this virus is new to dogs, most dogs will not have a natural immunity to the influenza. Treatment of Dog Flu. (Suite101.com)
Holiday season ushers in flu season Nov 17, 2008
It takes about two weeks to build up immunity, she said. So the sooner they get it done the better. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Psychotherapy may improve breast cancer survival Nov 17, 2008
The study is part of the long-running Stress and Immunity Breast Cancer Project at Ohio State ... While some papers have shown that the intervention significantly improved psychological, behavioral, and health outcomes and enhanced immunity, others have shown inconclusive results. (Cancerfacts.com)
No Clear Answer On Why HIV Vaccine Candidates Did Not Lower Risk Of Acquiring HIV Nov 17, 2008
Researchers also found that the likelihood of becoming HIV positive was highest among men who received the vaccine who were uncircumcised and had pre-existing immunity to adenovirus type 5 (Ad5), the specific cold virus used as a carrier for the vaccine, compared to those that received placebo, though the increased likelihood of becoming HIV positive may not have been limited to those subgroups ... "If T-cell immunity is critical to produce protection against HIV, the findings from Step suggest... (Science Daily)
Bill Clinton coming to Ga. Nov 17, 2008
Why should a Senator have immunity in this case ... Tate says attorneys for Chambliss claim he has immunity because hes a U.S. Senator. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Psychological interventions associated with breast cancer survival Nov 17, 2008
Previous papers have shown that the intervention significantly improved psychological, behavioral, and health outcomes and enhanced immunity. The investigators followed the 227 patients who had been treated for regional breast cancer for an average of 11 years, noting any cancer recurrences. (EurekAlert!)
Appointment Book Nov 17, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008. Exercise - Gentle Yoga to Reduce Holiday Stress for Every-Body, Nov. 24, 5:30 to 7 p.m.; Nov. 25, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Plasha Yoga Studio, 10 E. Fifth St. Free. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Zimbabwe: Activists Demand Justice for Politically-Motivated Rapes Nov 16, 2008
If the United Nations Security Council agrees in an unanimous vote that the cases are of gravity, it will open the doors for Zimbabwean government officials to be prosecuted, except for the country's president, who retains immunity. The accused can be charged under universal, regional jurisdiction of countries party to the international treaty of crimes against humanity. (allAfrica.com)
ten worst prosecutors in the United States. Nov 16, 2008
The two bills propose immunity for civil iability for in-state doctors and out of state volunteers practicing in disaster areas ... The US Department of Justice tried to get the lawsuits dismissed on the grouds of judicial immunity. (Harper's Magazine)
AgriLabs First Arrival/Encrypt (1) Nov 16, 2008
AgriLabs has introduced First Arrival with Encrypt, a feed supplement that enhances the natural immunity of calves, helping them cope with scours ... Unless a calf gets enough high-quality colostrum at the right time, it likely will have a gap in immunity. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Do Kids Need Vitamin Supplements? Nov 16, 2008
Since fruits and vegetables are the best sources of vitamin C, children who do not eat adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables are likely to experience frequent colds or infections since vitamin C is needed to boost immunity. Supplementing a child's diet with vitamin C will also provide added protection for the body against free radical damage. (Suite101.com)
Hurdles remain for dams Nov 16, 2008
Hurdle 3: Federal legislation would be needed to pay for the studies to determine feasibility of dam removal and provide PacifiCorp immunity from any liabilities dam removal could incur. Officials said Thursday environmental and economic impacts as well as a cost-benefit analysis regarding dam removal are a few of the studies that would be needed. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
HIV News: Vaccine, Bone Marrow Transplant, Vitamin C Nov 16, 2008
As a matter of fact, those who received the vaccine were actually much more likely to become HIV positive, particularly among men who were also uncircumcised and had pre-existing immunity to adenovirus type 5, which was used as a carrier for the vaccine. Dr. White said vaccines prior to V520 were intended to evoke strong anti-body-mediated immune response to prevent HIV virus from entering host cells. (Food Consumer)
DeLeo escalates drive for speaker Nov 15, 2008
DiMasi has refused to cooperate with a demand for records by the Ethics Commission, claiming immunity granted to the Legislature and its leaders by the state constitution. The scene playing out is similar to a speaker's fight in 1996, when Thomas M. Finneran, who was chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, battled with the majority leader, Richard A. Voke, to succeed House Speaker Charles F. Flaherty after he resigned amid a federal probe. (Boston Globe)
Flu season needs to be taken serious by all Arkansans Nov 15, 2008
This allows your immunity to peak during the height of the influenza season, which is generally December through March. Adults receive the vaccine in one dose, and children less than nine years old may need a second dose. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Justice: Begging Your Pardon Nov 15, 2008
In exchange for testifying against the two agents, Davila was given immunity from prosecution for smuggling drugs on the day he was shot ... Aldrete Davila showed his gratitude by breaking his immunity agreement in exchange for testifying against the two agents by trying to smuggle another 753 pounds of weed into the U.S. the following October. (Investors Business Daily)
HIV Vaccine Failure Still Brings Insights Nov 15, 2008
Infection rates were also higher among those who had developed immunity to a virus that causes colds ... The increase in infection rates among the two groups -- uncircumcised men and those who had immunity to the cold virus -- could be purely due to chance. (MEDLINEplus)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 13, 2008 Nov 14, 2008
"It was called DOMA! grj wrote on Nov 13, 2008 4:48 PM:Well for one thing chuck the corporote greed with no conscience is leading to pollution that is affecting the whole planet, they are chemicals in their milk in china that is killing kids, they don't pay their workers a fair wage, quality control lacks, oh just for making stock holders more money. Just trying to make people aware that greed is not the end all at the , the walton family are not hurtin but they don't pay their workers afair... (North County Times)
Seasonal Flu: What you need to know Nov 14, 2008
Flu can be fairly contagious particularly among people with poor immunity. Most people may spread viruses to others before they become sick. (Food Consumer)
Too Little Sleep Adds to Risks of Hypertension Nov 14, 2008
Normally, blood pressure drops during sleep, but if people don't get enough shut-eye, it can exacerbate hypertension or even cause it and lead to depression and weakened immunity, according to previous research. Longer sleep is, therefore, especially vital for patients who already have high blood pressure. (Time.com)
Appeals court clears way for La. Democrat's bribery trial Nov 13, 2008
A three-judge panel of the US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit rejected Jefferson's assertion that a federal grand jury received evidence that violated his constitutional right to legislative immunity ... US District Judge T.S. Ellis III had refused to dismiss the indictment, saying Jefferson was trying to apply the legislative immunity clause so broadly that it would be virtually impossible to charge a congressman with any crime. (Boston Globe)
Rift in House over DiMasi widens Nov 13, 2008
DiMasi has refused to cooperate with a demand for records by the Ethics Commission, claiming immunity granted to the Legislature and its leaders by the state constitution. The 19 Republicans in the chamber could help tip the balance to either of the factions vying for control. (Boston Globe)
Taiwan nabs an ex-president Nov 13, 2008
He was protected by presidential immunity while in office. Prosecutors have alleged the ex-president and his wife embezzled NT$14. (Asia Times Online)
How to prevent flu? Nov 13, 2008
It boots immunity against bacteria and viruses, preventing seasonal flu ... Avoid omega-6 vegetable oils, which strongly suppress immunity. (Food Consumer)
Somerset doctor offers recommendations for fighting the flu Nov 12, 2008
Every year the virus is a little bit different, she said. It takes two weeks to be immunized after you receive the shot. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
1918 Spanish Flu Records Could Hold The Key To Solving Future Pandemics Nov 12, 2008
"One explanation may be that children were protected by innate immunity while older people may have been exposed to a similar virus in the decades before 1890 which gave them partial but long-lasting protection. "Those born after 1890 were young adults in 1918. They did not have the innate immunity of children and as they weren't exposed to the pre-1890 virus they had little or no immunity against the 1918 virus ... " Another striking feature is that the pandemic appeared in three waves, in the... (Science Daily)
Profile: Chen Shui-bian Nov 12, 2008
Presidential immunity prevented prosecutors charging Mr Chen when he was in office but, six months after stepping down in May 2008, he was arrested in connection with allegations of money laundering, bribery and embezzlement of government funds. He denied the allegations, which he said were politically motivated. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
HPV: an unwanted gift at Christmas Nov 11, 2008
Realism, and the results of immunity tests, have persuaded the authorities and most parents and doctors that to wait longer is unwise. Once a girl is infected, vaccination gives no extra protection against cancer but may prevent infection from the other strain of HPV.. (Times Online)
Engineered Killer T Cell Recognizes HIV-1's Lethal Molecular Disguises Nov 11, 2008
17, 1998) A Johns Hopkins study using genetically engineered cells strongly suggests that long-term survivors' immunity to HIV is more robust than previously thought. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Your cold at its most contagious Nov 11, 2008
With influenza, which can be life-threatening if you are older or have a weakened immunity, typical symptoms are fever, cough, tremendous fatigue, and muscle aches and pains. Although you can prevent influenza to some degree with a vaccine, there is no long-lasting immunity to the common cold ... This may account for the differences from one cold to another, and may also explain why there is no lasting immunity. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Vaccination law not enforced for many kids Nov 10, 2008
School officials said there are many reasons students fail to follow the immunization law: they may have missing or incomplete paperwork; doctors may certify children have all their shots when they don t; some children are missing vaccines or booster doses to ensure immunity; others lack health insurance, transportation or parents who can miss work for doctors appointments. In most cases, school officials said, students eventually get their shots or file required forms. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Trial tackles hospital infections Nov 10, 2008
Page last updated at 07:23 GMT, Monday, 10 November 2008. Antiobiotics can also change naturally-living bacteria in the gut. (BBC News)
HIV's disguises no match for 'bionic assassins' Nov 10, 2008
"The AIDS virus evades human immunity in all it infects," says Professor Rodney Phillips, from the University of Oxford, where the collaborative research effort first began in 2003. "Until now no-one has been able to clear the virus naturally. Immune cells modified in the laboratory in this way provide a test as to whether we can enhance the natural response in a useful and safe way to clear infected cells. If successful the technology could be applied to other infectious agents.". (EurekAlert!)
Protein-printing Technique Gives Snapshots Of Immune System Defense Nov 9, 2008
Moreover, Love says, further development of the technique could make it possible to quickly determine whether an infection is bacterial or viral, figure whether a cancer patient has built up enough "immunity" to his or her cancer to forgo another round of immunotherapy, and obtain complete profiles of an immune response with as little as a drop of blood a crucial ability when testing infants and children. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Global crisis leading to stress: Docs Nov 9, 2008
According to leading doctors, the financial turmoil has resulted in increase in stress leading to hypertension, lower immunity and also gastro-intestinal problems among a number of people who were considered healthy six months ago. "I have come across patients with hypertension as a result of the global meltdown. We have seen in the recent past that fair number of youngsters now suffer from different heart ailments basically because of the high stress life that they lead. "The financial turmoil... (India Times, India)
Apartheid murder plotters guilty Nov 8, 2008
Vlok appeared before the commission, and received amnesty for a series of bombings, but did not ask for immunity for the attempted poisoning of Rev Chikane. Earlier this month, the former South African President, F W De Klerk, denied any involvement in crimes or human rights abuses committed during the apartheid era. (Yahoo News -- South Africa)
DiMasi case casts pall over state representatives Nov 8, 2008
DiMasi has been invoking a constitutional claim of legislative immunity in his refusal to cooperate with a State Ethics Commission demand for his records. Constituents are beginning to confront lawmakers, who have said privately that they are worried about voting the reelect DiMasi as speaker in January. (Boston Globe)
Rhys accused questioned witness Nov 8, 2008
The alleged killer of Rhys Jones was surprised that a witness given immunity from prosecution did not "hand him in", another witness has told a court. The protected witness has already given evidence at Liverpool Crown Court against Sean Mercer, 18, from Croxteth, Liverpool, who denies murder. (BBC News -- UK)
What is the single most important ramification of the election? Nov 8, 2008
Bruno here s another one for you My partner of 17 years and I could be forced to testify against one another in court while married couples are granted immunity from that requirement. (Not that I m expecting either of us to end up in court anytime soon. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Vaccines: Separating fact from fiction Nov 8, 2008
What's more, the bacteria and viruses used in vaccines are either killed or altered, says Martin Myers, M.D., author of "Do Vaccines Cause That?!" There are just enough to induce immunity, but not enough to make someone sick -- and certainly not enough to overload the immune system of a healthy child ... What's behind it: The immunity one develops against chicken pox and measles after having the illness is more complete than the protection from the shot. (CNN -- Health)
The U.S. Supreme Court confronts a grievous injury Nov 8, 2008
The drug industry and its administration allies want the court to grant drug companies immunity based on a phony assertion that state lawsuits improperly usurp federal authority. For the court to broadly endorse the concept of "implied pre-emption" in this case could foreclose injury suits involving not only drugs, but also motor vehicles, household products and other things. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Belgian quits post over offensive song Nov 7, 2008
The Brussels prosecutor's office also opened an investigation and will consider whether or not to remove Delacroix's parliamentary immunity. Denying the Holocaust is a crime in Belgium and anti-racism infractions could lead to hefty fines and even prison terms. (Boston Globe)
How To Stay Healthy This Winter Nov 7, 2008
There are three nutrients that can help boost immunity: vitamin C, zinc and echinacea ... Echinacea is an herb that can help boost immunity over the cold winter months as well. (Suite101.com)
BETTER LIFE: Smokers more addicted now than in '80s, '90s Nov 7, 2008
Since the late '80s the vaccine has been recommended for people 65 and older and those with chronic diseases or weakened immunity ... About half of all cases in adults without chronic heart disease, lung disease, asthma or weakened immunity are linked to smoking. (USA Today -- Life)
How HIV Vaccine Might Have Increased Odds Of Infection Nov 7, 2008
One worry about the Ad5 vaccine vector was that widespread immunity to adenoviruses might cause the vaccine to be ousted from the body before an anti-HIV response could develop. Yet three years after the trial began, researchers realized that more of the vaccine recipients who had prior immunity to adenoviruses had been infected with HIV than those without such immunity. (Science Daily)
DNA-based Vaccine Against West Nile Virus Effective Even After Onset Of Disease Nov 7, 2008
Conventional methods of vaccination involve injecting a dead or weakened form of the pathogen into the patient s body, which responds by producing the corresponding antibodies and developing immunity to the disease. An alternative is to inject a serum that already contains these antibodies. (Science Daily)
New Therapeutic Target Identified For Rheumatoid Arthritis Nov 7, 2008
The study, published online ahead of print, will appear Nov. 15 in the journal Immunity. Specifically, the study reveals that two molecular pathways, the Notch and Toll-like receptor pathways, are linked and that manipulating a protein called RBP-J involved in both pathways, could serve as a treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. (Science Daily)
Minor Shift In Vaccine Schedule Has Potential To Reduce Infant Illness, Death Nov 7, 2008
21, 2005) A combination vaccine developed to reduce the number of vaccines infants receive appears to provide less immunity than the vaccines administered individually, according to a study in the April 13. (Jan. (Science Daily)
Chirac faces Paris scandal judge Nov 7, 2008
Mr Chirac enjoys presidential immunity in two other investigations ... Mr Chirac still enjoys presidential immunity in the investigation into the death of a French judge in Djibouti and in the so-called Clearstream affair, regarding an alleged attempt to smear Nicolas Sarkozy before he succeeded Mr Chirac as president ... The immunity does not apply to the period before he became president, when he was mayor of Paris. (Yahoo News -- France)
Letters to the Editor (Nov. 6) Nov 6, 2008
Sandra Robinson, executive director Needham Community Council Diplomatic immunity not an excuse ... Look it up online, I did The concept of immunity began with ancient tribes ... Diplomatic immunity is not meant to benefit individuals personally; it is meant to ensure that foreign officials can do their jobs. (Needham Tab, MA)
Sides make case to Connolly jurors Nov 5, 2008
The state's key witnesses were Flemmi, hitman-turned-government witness John Martorano, who served 12 years for killing 20 people; Kevin Weeks, a gangster-turned-author who admitted assisting Bulger in five murders and served five years in prison; and disgraced FBI supervisor John Morris, who admitted accepting bribes from Bulger and Flemmi and was granted immunity from prosecution. Flemmi testified that he and Bulger paid Connolly $235,000 in bribes, and that Connolly leaked them information -... (Boston Globe)
Dramatic Fall In Malaria In Gambia Raises Possibility Of Elimination In Parts Of Africa Nov 5, 2008
Surviving children rapidly develop immunity to the disease and severe malaria is rarely seen in older children ... A more substantial decrease of malaria admissions in younger children is likely to be largely due to increased use of ITNs, since this intervention is targeted at children under 5, but it may also reflect a situation in which children are taking longer to acquire immunity. (Science Daily)
Try something besides Airborne for cold prevention Nov 5, 2008
While Airborne has made claims about its ability to prevent and treat colds and other viral infections, as well as boost immunity, no data back up these boasts ... Laughter seems to enhance immunity while stress dampens it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Health Highlights: Nov. 4, 2008 Nov 5, 2008
However, more of the vaccine recipients who had prior immunity to the Ad5 virus were infected than clinical trial participants who didn't receive thevaccine. It's possible the presence of long-lasting antibodies generated tofight Ad5 when people caught a cold altered the body's response to the HIV-1 vaccine, the French researchers said, AFP reported. (U.S. News & World Report)
Strong dollar,stamina in doubt Nov 4, 2008
While emerging market economies have revealed their lack of immunity to the US and European slowdown, they may be the first to recover for several reasons, partly because their banks have avoided most of the toxic assets currently plaguing US and European banks. Their elevated population growth rates and migration of self-sufficient farmers into the industrialized cities looking for jobs is a secular trend that will only be deterred by the financial crisis for a short time. (Asia Times Online)
Integrating Adult Vaccines into Your Routine Care Nov 4, 2008
The health care worker got pertussis vaccine as a child, but immunity decreases over time and the booster vaccine that might have prevented this outbreak was not available at the time of this outbreak. It is now recommended for all adolescents and adults up to age 65. (Pekin Times, IL)
Chlorella Removes Heavy Metals from... Nov 4, 2008
Chlorella is a green alga with many health benefits, including improving the immunity system and removing heavy metals from the blood in a process called chelation ... Notably, chlorella boosts the immunity system and is a powerful detoxifier, capable of extracting heavy metals and other poisons from the bloodstream. (Suite101.com)
Experimental HIV vaccine may have increased infection risk: study Nov 4, 2008
One of main worries about the approach was that widespread immunity to the vaccine might cause the drug to be rejected by the body before an effective anti-HIV response could develop. But three years after the first trial, researchers discovered that more of the vaccine recipients who had prior immunity to the Ad5 virus had been infected with HIV than those not exposed to the vaccine, according to the study, published online in the Journal of Experimental Medicine. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Health first this holiday Nov 4, 2008
It too is easily preventable by vaccination, yet there are still about 20 million new cases reported each year," says Dr de Frey. Hepatitis B is acquired by contact with contaminated body fluids, especially blood, and is highly infectious. In fact, it is estimated to be about 50 times more infectious than HIV, and epidemics still regularly occur in many African countries. Chronic hepatitis B causes irreversible liver damage and may lead to cancer. Dr de Frey suggests that even people not... (iAfrica.com)
The War on Dengue Fever Nov 4, 2008
Patients who have been infected with one of them are believed to develop immunity to that type only and, paradoxically, are more vulnerable to dengue hemorrhagic fever if they are exposed to a second type. The four types have intermixed as people carried them on airplanes to far-flung places; outbreaks of the hemorrhagic fever have been traced to specific flight paths and trade routes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Previously unknown immune cell may help those with Crohn's and colitis Nov 4, 2008
Cella M, Fuchs A, Vermi W, Facchetti F, Otero K, Lennerz JKM, Doherty JS, Mills JC, Colonna M. A human natural killer cell subset provides an innate source of IL-22 for mucosal immunity. Nature. (EurekAlert!)
Systems Biology And Glycomics Applied To Study Of Human Inflammatory Diseases Nov 3, 2008
Such biochemical modifications are critical to diverse biological processes, including cell/organ development, immunity and cell adhesion. Abnormal glycosylation also is implicated in diverse diseases, including certain cardiovascular diseases and a cluster of congenital diseases termed Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation. (Science Daily)
Persistent bacterial infection exploits killing machinery of immune cells Nov 3, 2008
Reference: KC El Kasmi et al. Toll like receptor-induced arginase 1 in macrophages thwarts effective immunity against intracellular pathogens. Nature Immunology. (EurekAlert!)
Jeb Bush Appears in McCain-Palin TV Ad Nov 3, 2008
i know there are war criminals who will endorse in exchange for immunity from prosecution. just keep your hate out of my state. (Newsmax)
Criticizing Obama: Mission Impossible Nov 2, 2008
Nevertheless, Barack surely wouldn't back away from his principled opposition to granting retroactive immunity to telecommunications companies as part of a FISA reform bill, drop his refusal to characterize Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization, reverse himself on an undivided Jerusalem, dump his position on the DC gun ban, or change his mind on unconditional meetings with rogue dictators within the first year of his administration, would he. Oh, he did all of those things. (Townhall.com)
