Immunology
Immune-regulating drug improves gum disease in mice
A drug that has life-extending effects on mice also reverses age-related dental problems in the animals, according to a new study published today in eLife.
Apr 28, 2020
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News tagged with bone loss
Medications
A novel pill to treat bleeding from uterine fibroids aims for FDA approval
For millions of premenopausal women, uterine fibroids turn their monthly periods into virtual hemorrhages.
Jan 23, 2020
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Medications
Oral hormone-blocking drug may help with heavy menstrual bleeding
About 50 % of women with uterine fibroids—non-cancerous muscle tumors that grow in the uterus—experience heavy menstrual bleeding and other symptoms. Surgery is commonly recommended when these symptoms are severe enough ...
Jan 23, 2020
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Oncology & Cancer
Investigational drugs block bone loss in mice receiving chemotherapy
Bone loss that can lead to osteoporosis and fractures is a major problem for cancer patients who receive chemotherapy and radiation. Since the hormone estrogen plays an important role in maintaining bone health, bone loss ...
Jan 13, 2020
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Which exercise regimen protects bone health in older adults with obesity?
Successful weight loss approaches in older adults with obesity can unfortunately lead to bone loss and an increased risk of fractures. A recent Journal of Bone and Mineral Research study examined which forms of exercise might ...
Dec 4, 2019
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Bone and muscle health can 'make or break' care as we age
Experts at a prestigious medical conference hosted by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) and funded by the National Institutes of Health's (NIH's) National Institute on Aging (NIA) hope their work—reported this week ...
Dec 4, 2019
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Overweight & Obesity
Weight loss tied to loss of hip bone density in older adults
(HealthDay)—Obese and overweight older individuals who lose weight have lower bone mineral density (BMD) in their hips, according to a study published in the November issue of Obesity.
Nov 20, 2019
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Health
Serum IL-35 levels tied to bone loss with rheumatoid arthritis
Serum interleukin (IL)-35 levels are associated with bone loss and may represent a novel therapeutic target for postmenopausal women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a study published online Aug. 26 in Mediators ...
Sep 27, 2019
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Overweight & Obesity
Weight change and bone health in older adults with obesity
Weight loss in older adults is accompanied by loss in bone mineral density (BMD) and an increased risk of bone fracture.
Sep 5, 2019
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Health
Vitamin D: How much is too much of a good thing?
When bare skin is exposed to sunlight, it makes Vitamin D, which is needed by our bodies to absorb calcium and ensure strong, healthy bones. With bathing suit skin exposure, it only takes about 10-15 minutes of sun exposure ...
Sep 3, 2019
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