HPV and cancer -- now we have numbers Nov 5, 2008
The group of 100 related viruses are most known for their connection to genital warts and cervical cancer, but they're also responsible for the common warts (papillomas) found on other parts of the body ... That vaccine, now recommended for girls before they become sexually active, protects against four types of the virus -- two that cause 70% of cervical cancers and two that cause 90% of genital warts. (Los Angeles Times)
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Terkel dies Nov 2, 2008
He was a native New Yorker who moved to Chicago as a child and came to embrace and embody his adopted town, with all its carbuncles and warts, as he recalled in his 2007 memoir, Touch and Go. He was a cigar and martini man, white-haired and elegantly rumpled in his trademark red-checkered shirts, an old rebel who never mellowed, never retired, never forgot, and never met a picket line or petition I didn t like. (KHOU.com, TX)
Tips on the Snip Oct 31, 2008
By following nearly 500 men since the 1970s, investigators found the same percentage of cut and uncut men developed bacterial and viral STDs, like genital warts and chlamydia. Statistics from Europe support the New Zealanders findings. (Fox News)
News :The leaves are gone Oct 31, 2008
My solution is get out your pencils and have fun drawing mustaches, warts and new hairdos on them. Give them some nice big ears, long red noses that keep growing, pink rosy cheeks for the blushing you will never see. (Forest Republican, WI)
Laser procedure fixes cosmetic imperfections Oct 30, 2008
But stubborn warts can also be treated successfully, Budden said ... Additionally, the treatment or psoriasis, warts and rosacea may be covered by insurance. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Go, Ted, go John Oct 30, 2008
Like you stall warts know anything. I speet on conservatism. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
What Is Gardasil? Oct 28, 2008
HPV types 6 and 11 account for 90% of all cases of genital warts. By getting the Gardasil vaccine you protect yourself against these four strains of HPV and significantly reduce your chances of getting HPV related cervical cancer and genital warts ... Gardasil does not cure cervical cancer or treat existing genital warts. (Suite101.com)
Post-game forum Oct 26, 2008
I like CPJ, but he has a few warts and one of them is he is Gaily stubborn. Josh is his QB and Josh is gonna stay his QB CPJ is not going to admit that he could be wrong. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Gardasil Passes a 2-Year Safety Check Oct 25, 2008
HPV/Genital Warts Health Center ... Gardasil protects against infection with dangerous strains of HPV, the sexually transmitted virus that causes and genital warts ... Related to HPV/Genital Warts. (WebMD)
McCain news more negative Oct 24, 2008
The warts of the candidates have been exposed and the media bias & contempt were yours for no additional charge. Yes, I think there is media bias, maybe more these days than in past political seasons, but with enough time and sources voters do sift out the clear bias in commentary and weigh what s important to them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Few Adverse Reactions to Cervical Cancer Vaccine Oct 24, 2008
Gardasil protects against the four types of human wart virus, also known as human papilloma virus or HPV, that are most likely to cause cervical cancer. Because HPV is sexually transmitted and very common, most people are infected as young adults and to protect them, the vaccine must be given before girls are sexually active. (MEDLINEplus)
Black Keys, ZZ Top To Write Together Oct 22, 2008
"This was the only one we filmed, so it's a warts and all performance and is pretty raw." The DVD is rounded out by footage of the Keys recording their latest album, "Attack se," with Danger Mouse and three music videos. Also on the horizon for Auerbach are production gigs with Hacienda and Buffalo Killers at his Akron studio. (Billboard.com)
Financial Infidelity: $$ Can Ruin a Marriage Oct 22, 2008
"I am a worry wart. I worry. He doesn't. He sleeps. I don't.". Abelardo, on the other hand, said he is a spender. (ABC News)
OReilly Boldly Reveals Inner Self in New Book Oct 17, 2008
He is Bill O'Reilly, warts and all. Take him or leave him. (Newsmax)
Study shows many girls received the vaccine for cervical cancer Oct 16, 2008
Gardasil is the vaccine health officials say will prevent cervical cancer, precancerous genital lesions and genital warts due to Human Papillomavirus Virus (HPV). HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection according to the Centers for Disease Control it is also a cause for cervical cancer. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Student health to host Gardasil event Oct 14, 2008
The Gardasil vaccine is geared to young women aged 9-26, and targets four types of human papilloma virus, which is responsible for 90% of genital warts cases and 70% of cervical cancer cases ... The Merck Pharmaceutical Company does not promise protection against all types of cervical cancer, is considered a healthy, proactive step in the protection against most types of genital warts and cervical cancer ... The company also recommends that regular screenings still be done, and reminds women... (Kaleidoscope Online)
These shows don’t do much Oct 11, 2008
orguy wrote on Oct 10, 2008 12:15 PM:" I don't think they should be allowed to use make up to cover up Palin warts, and make geriatrics look only 70 years old. You know, that natural look would provide a better peek at how they really are. On the other hand, tho, SP and JM pretty much showed us what they are all about. ". Barefoot wrote on Oct 10, 2008 12:43 PM:" Speaking of late-breaking news, Hasso- are you holding the presses for the troopergate report? I see McCain has already released its... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Financial firms need 'nutrition labels' Oct 11, 2008
Of course, there's risk in transparency, as it tends to show "warts and all," and can be gamed without adequate oversight. That said, worthy financial firms might come to see it as a competitive advantage. (Yahoo News)
HPV vaccine for women becoming more common Oct 7, 2008
Gardasil, approved two years ago by the Food and Drug Administration, prevents infection by human papillomavirus, or HPV, a virus that causes genital warts and can lead to cervical cancer ... Gardasil protects against the four strains of HPV that account for 90 percent of genital wart outbreaks and 70 percent of cervical cancers ... About 1 percent of sexually active adults has genital warts at any given time, according to CDC.. (Montana Standard, MT)
Noble Medicine Oct 7, 2008
Thus, he first had to find papilloma viruses in warts, show that there were multiple poorly related strains and prove that a member of the family was present in many cases of cervical cancer. Dr. zur Hausen and other investigators went on to show just how these viruses can cause inappropriate growth of cells--the hallmark of cancer. (Forbes)
Cause of 'Treeman's' barklike growths... Oct 7, 2008
A man from rural Indonesia cuts his skin as a teenager and develops warts ... Kosawa undergoes surgery to remove 12 pounds of warts ... (CNN) -- For 20 years, the warts studding Dede Kosawa's hands and feet multiplied and sprouted like gnarled roots. (CNN -- Law)
Tattoo culture Oct 5, 2008
"Another risk is infection, most commonly bacterial, although viral warts could develop in the area treated. "Furthermore, the transmission of syphilis, hepatitis and HIV have been reported - although this is rare. " He added: "My advice to someone interested in having a tattoo is to go to a tattoo parlour that is reputable and maintains impeccable standards of hygiene and infection control. (BBC News)
Looking for a mate just like Dad Oct 4, 2008
Interesting topic I am an affirmed, dyed in the wool Dadddy s Girl while I am aware of my father s shortcomings and limitations as a human being and as a man these things nowhere near overshadow the more salient attributes of his most wonderful being my father is compassionate and empathetic he is a very humble and grateful he is a person who believes in selflessness to others when it comes to God, family, friends and community he is loyal and always the eternal optimist he will make great and... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
STDs Spread Among Boomers, Seniors Oct 4, 2008
The most commonly diagnosed infection among the over 45s was genital warts, accounting for almost half of the episodes ... Cases of Chlamydia, herpes, warts, gonorrhea and syphilis all rose sharply. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Pic: 'Tree Man' Free of Branches, Warts Oct 3, 2008
Documentary to Show 'Tree Man' Free of Warts, Bark-Like Growths ... The world's infamous "Tree Man" is well on the road to recovery, after amazing footage has revealed most of his gnarled warts have disappeared ... Over nine months, Gaspari gave Dede chemotherapy and performed surgery to remove 13 pounds of branch-like warts from his body including his hands and feet. (Fox News)
Reform state Legislature -- go to one-house system Oct 3, 2008
Now that the state budget fiasco has exposed the many warts of California's legislative system, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is gathering ideas for a massive reform of state government. I'm taking him at his word that he's serious about making fundamental changes, and I have several proposals to offer. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Gingrich: Bush 'exhausted' Sep 21, 2008
She is a wart on the a* of society, case closed. By Duke. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
HUskies promote interim AD Sep 19, 2008
Your warts show when you re losing and when you re winning they go away kind of, or you don t look at them, Woodward said. But we ve got to win some ball games. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Oregon Recreation Report (25) Sep 19, 2008
A few anglers have reported landing 8 to 12 pound coho by trolling black and gold colored Wiggle Warts. Try trolling at 1 to 1. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Registration statement including financial report Sep 16, 2008
We are initially developing a topical gel based on our lead compound, PEP005, to treat AK and superficial BCC. However, we also intend to evaluate the utility of PEP005 in treating other skin disorders, including nodular BCC, SCC and cutaneous warts ... The following are the primary FDA-approved topical agents for treatment of AK or BCC: 3 Topical imiquimod: Topical imiquimod, sold as Aldara, is indicated for the treatment of AK lesions on the face or scalp, smaller superficial BCC tumors and... (Sydney Morning Herald)
As it nears 100, GM faces a rough road ahead Sep 15, 2008
For all its warts, GM can point to progress, especially on the expense side of the ledger. A historic contract reached last year with the United Auto Workers will save the company about $3 billion per year, mainly by shifting $46. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Merck vaccine wins OK for vaginal cancer Sep 13, 2008
The vaccine is already available in the United States to prevent cervical and genital warts in girls and women ages nine to 26 years old ... The genetically engineered, or recombinant, vaccine is effective against four strains of the human papilloma virus, which is passed through sexual contact and causes genital warts and most cases of cervical cancer. (Scientific American)
The Christian view on torture Sep 13, 2008
He has his warts but he is a saint compared to all of the whiners, misfits, hangers on and just plain sh*s on this blog. You should all be half as good as this man. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Fannie, Freddie, Obama, McCain Sep 9, 2008
Not saying that it doesn t have some warts. There have been more people killed in the name of organized religion and it s beliefs than any other factor in the last two thousand years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Dozens' of under-16s have STIs Sep 8, 2008
A total of 62 were diagnosed with genital warts, 13 contracted herpes and 10 picked up gonorrhoea ... " Jasmine* said she was still a virgin, but in the past when she has refused to have sex with a boy he complained that she was "tight". ACUTE SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS - 2007 STIs U-16 16 17 18 Infectious syphilis * * * * Gonorrhoea 10 14 35 66 Chlamydia 181 363 556 799 Genital herpes, first episode 13 16 40 68 Genital warts, first episode 62 160 316 465 NSGI (non-chlamydial) 11 20 36 90... (BBC News -- UK)
Ghanas presidential elections a parade of mediocrities Sep 8, 2008
Ghanaians may be forced to accept Akufo-Addo, warts and all. Atta Mills. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Forum: Towers' beat blog Sep 7, 2008
A playoff system is the fairest solution even though it has warts, too. The lesser of two evils, so to speak. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Suzy's own secrets for beautiful skin (2) Sep 7, 2008
I have severe rosacea, my husband has a new scar on his face, and my daughter has acne and warts ... Warts: These skin growths are caused by a type of Human Papilloma Virus or HPV. Your immune system has to be weak in order for these little guys to erupt ... Some people paint clear nail polish or apply duct tape to the warts in order to starve them from oxygen. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
What Our Daughters Must Know Sep 5, 2008
They did as they were told and used protection, but still paid a hefty price: genital warts and blisters, pre-cancerous conditions, worries about slipped condoms and HIVto say nothing of chaotic, empty relationships and broken hearts ... While its easiest to share viruses when warts or sores are present, transmission can also occur at other times, when everything looks OK. So a woman could get an incurable genital infection from someone who doesnt know he has it ... In real life,... (Townhall.com)
Sx, cancer and virginity: unpicking the Gardasil hype Sep 5, 2008
Campaigns promoting the genital wart virus immunisation have scooped advertising industry awards and have been stunningly successful at creating public, media, professional and political pressure for vaccination, as per this recent report in ... In other words, at best it seems there is about one chance in 250 that vaccinating a virgin will prevent that individual from getting cervical cancer (although, on the plus side, the vaccine should also confer benefits like preventing visible warts and... (On Line opinion)
All Types of Sexual Activity Carry Some Sexually Transmitted Disease Risk Sep 4, 2008
The viruses that cause genital herpes, genital warts and hepatitis can all be transmitted through oral sex. The same is true of the bacterial STDs syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia. (MEDLINEplus)
Will you give your daughter the cervical cancer jab? Sep 2, 2008
In July, the British Medical Journal calculated that by using Cervarix - cheaper than Gardasil because it protects only against strains 16 and 18 and not 6 and 11, the strains responsible for genital warts - the Government will save up to 18million in the first year alone ... We already have a good open relationship and I will be rigorous in educating her about the perils of unsafe sex - not just in regard to cervical cancer but also about genital warts, other sexually transmitted diseases and,... (Daily Mail)
Indonesia's 'tree man' home after surgery Aug 27, 2008
JAKARTA - An Indonesian man dubbed the "tree man" because of gnarled growths on his body has returned home from the hospital after 13 pounds of warts were surgically removed from his body, a doctor said on Tuesday. Dede, who like many Indonesians goes by one name, first noticed the warts on his body after cutting his knee as a teenager ... One of Dede's doctors, Rachmad Dinata, said the hospital had allowed the 37-year-old man to enjoy the Islamic fasting month with his family now that 95... (MSNBC -- International)
* World News Quick Take Aug 27, 2008
A man dubbed the tree man because of gnarled growths on his body has returned from hospital after 6kg of warts were surgically removed from his body, a doctor said yesterday. Dede, 37, first noticed the warts after cutting his knee as a teen ... A US doctor said previously that the warts were a result of severe Human Papilloma Virus infection. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Natural cures, folk remedies (2) Aug 24, 2008
I used to have warts and my sister recently got rid of them with marigolds. She had a garden of these plants (I don't know all their names) and she cut the stems, squeezed out the sap and applied it to my warts. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Cervical Cancer Prevention Should Focus On Vaccinating Adolescent Girls, Report Says Aug 22, 2008
The quadrivalent vaccine currently licensed in the U.S. also prevents low-risk HPV types 6 and 11 (HPV-6 and HPV-11) infections, which are responsible for most genital warts and juvenile-onset recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (JORRP), a rare but severe respiratory condition usually diagnosed in infancy that may be related to a mother's infection with genital warts ... While the study focused on the prevention of cervical disease, the investigators also examined the benefits of the... (Science Daily)
Roseanne's Anti-Brangelina Stance Aug 21, 2008
John Mayer Genital Warts ... John Mayer Genital Warts. (Washington Post)
Study Questions Cost-Effectiveness Of Gardisil Cervical-Cancer Vaccine Aug 21, 2008
Two of the targeted HPV strains are believed to cause about 70% of all cervical-cancer cases, while the other targeted strains cause most cases of genital warts ... The cost-effectiveness becomes more attractive when protection against genital warts is factored in ... Among the differences between the models were that the Harvard researchers included patient time and travel costs, while Merck didn't, and the Harvard researchers didn't include genital warts in males, while Merck did, according to... (Wall Street Journal)
Merck's Gardasil Vaccine Not Worth the Cost for Women in 20s, Study Says Aug 21, 2008
Gardasil protects against the HPV strains 16 and 18, which are responsible for 70 percent of cervical cancers, and HPV strains 6 and 11, which cause 90 percent of genital warts. While many of the sexually transmitted infections caused by HPV are resolved naturally, others develop into genital warts and cervical cancer. (Bloomberg -- US)
Critics question cervical cancer vaccine Aug 20, 2008
When it occurs, cervical cancer is a dreadful disease; genital warts, partly prevented by the Merck vaccine, can be a painful nuisance ... The vaccines offer partial protection against infection from human papillomavirus, or HPV. The Merck vaccine also prevents some genital warts that are caused by other strains of the virus. (Seattle Times)
Drug Makers' Push Leads to Cancer Vaccines' Fast Rise Aug 20, 2008
When it occurs, cervical cancer is a dreadful disease; genital warts, partly prevented by the Merck vaccine, can be a painful nuisance ... The Merck vaccine also prevents some genital warts that are caused by other strains of the virus ... Merck recently applied for approval to market the vaccine to women 26 to 45 and is conducting studies on vaccinating boys, who can get genital warts from HPV.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Report cards for teachers Aug 19, 2008
My report card - warts and all. My last year at my old school (75% free and reduced lunch, majority of students reading below grade level, high transiency) I had an average of 66% passing on the 8th grade science CRCT - pretty close to what the other teachers (outside of gifted) had. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Wrinkle Removers, Backed by Science Aug 19, 2008
The procedure is also used for removing scars, warts and birthmarks. Healing takes two to three weeks, and the wound has to be cleaned with saline or diluted vinegar and treated with ointments to prevent scarring. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Months after teen's suicide, 'Yolanda's Law' advances Aug 16, 2008
"She was truly powerful in being the visual face of what mental illness looks like. It doesn't have two heads or warts on its face or drool down its mouth. It looks like a typical child," Tufts said in a telephone interview. "Could this bill have changed the outcome for [Yolanda], no one knows. But I think it will impact other children very positively.". (Boston Globe)
Police-Involved Shooting Investigation Almost Done Aug 16, 2008
"We collect the facts, whichever side they lay on, warts and all, and the district attorney's office gets that case and they make legal determination on how to proceed from there.". Perrien said the results of the investigation could be going to the district attorney's office in less than two weeks. (KSBW 8, CA)
5 Ways to Treat Acid Reflux Symptoms Naturally Aug 15, 2008
Although this vinegar is purported to treat everything from hay fever to warts (with little evidence to back up its effectiveness), it does appear to have a calming effect on stomach acid. "I really don t know how it works," Sosin said. (Fox News)
Discovery Health Offers the Definitive Look at Indonesia's 'Treeman' in TREEMAN: SEARCH FOR THE CURE Aug 15, 2008
Countless news outlets and websites from around the world have featured images of the tree-like warts covering Dede's body -- totally consuming his hands and feet and making him look as much plant as human. Nearly a year in the making, TREEMAN: SEARCH FOR THE CURE provides an exclusive firsthand account of this groundbreaking medical case from both Dede and his American doctor, Dr. Anthony Gaspari. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
LETTERS: NCT, August 13, 2008 Aug 14, 2008
I suppose since it is a quote, it needs to be published warts and all. It does give the post a certain proletariat flavor. (North County Times)
'Tree Man' Has Bark Trimmed, Heads Home Aug 13, 2008
Dede Koswara, 37, has been covered with bark-like warts for more than 20 years ... Within a decade, the warts had grown so large that he had to quit his job as a fisherman and joined a freak show to support himself. (Fox News)
'Tree Man' To Head Home After Treatment Aug 13, 2008
Dede Koswara, known in his native Indonesia as "Tree Man," has lived for years with rapidly spreading warts that have covered his entire body in a case that has baffled doctors ... Doctors will continue to work on his immune system and find ways to cope with the challenges of excessive bleeding during operations, the deep growth of his warts and the search for more skin donors ... However in Dede's case, the warts had run wild, creating a medical mystery for doctors. (ABC News)
FOXSexpert: The Health Benefits of Masturbation Aug 12, 2008
Anybody with solo sexploration experience can tell you that, contrary to popular myths, masturbation does not result in any of the aforementioned, nor does it lead to acne, warts, hair on the palm, insanity, blindness. What many may not know, however, is that stimulating yourself can ultimately boost your health in many ways. (Fox News)
2 p.m.: Muscatine jury awards damages to woman in case against former lover (3262) Aug 7, 2008
HPV is a virus that can cause cervical cell abnormalities and warts, and lead to cervical cancer ... Some strains can produce warts, but many strains of the virus show no symptoms in men. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
The time is right to move on Aug 6, 2008
Having Maria cover our news, our civic leadership, our warts and our best days so well for so long a period of time was almost too good to be true. I look forward to hearing about your next assignment enjoy the time off. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Genital Rash Can Transmit HIV Aug 6, 2008
Studies have shown that Genital Warts are caused by a virus called the Human Papilloma Virus. The warts can be removed but the sufferer would have the virus for the rest of his life; it is very common for the warts to reappear after they have been removed ... The disease is spread by coming into contact with the warts, but often it cannot be seen. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria: Lagos - Figure It Out Aug 5, 2008
An unmitigated source declared that it spent N6billion on the drainages in Lagos, but there were six million warts to be contacted from the dirty waters last Tuesday. But where were the drainages on Tuesday. (allAfrica.com)
