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Adherence to HIV treatment significantly increases survival, researchers find

(Medical Xpress)—HIV-positive individuals who strictly adhere to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) have a significantly lower probability of premature morbidity and mortality as compared to those with suboptimal ...

HIV & AIDS created Nov 21, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Stress management training may help reduce disease activity in multiple sclerosis

A new study shows that taking part in a stress management program may help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) prevent new disease activity. The study is published in the July 11, 2012, online issue of Neurology, the medica ...

Neuroscience created Jul 11, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Scientists find link between biological processes and young breast cancer patients

Breast cancer in young women is linked to age-related biological processes, a new study shows. Because it is a biologically unique disease, it calls for tailor-made management strategies, researchers reported ...

Cancer created May 07, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

The contraceptive pill and HRT may protect against cerebral aneurysm

Women who develop cerebral aneurysms are less likely to have taken the oral contraceptive pill or hormone replacement therapy, suggesting taking oestrogen could have a protective effect, reveals research published in the ...

Neuroscience created May 05, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Tai Chi shown to improve COPD exercise capacity

Tai Chi can be used as an effective form of exercise therapy for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to new findings.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Aug 08, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Asthma medication linked with arrhythmias in children, young adults

Use of inhaled anticholinergics (IACs) has been associated with an increased risk of potentially dangerous heart arrhythmias among young asthma patients, according to a study conducted by researchers at the University of ...

Immunology created May 22, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

SMART heart eases heart ache, targets cardiac patients' emotional well-being

Two years ago, 57-year-old Allus Brown underwent a simultaneous heart-kidney transplant and spent months in and out of the hospital after battling dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition that enlarges and weakens the heart. Now ...

Cardiology created Apr 12, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Psychological intervention reduces disability and depression in adolescents with fibromyalgia

A recent trial shows cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) reduces functional disability and depressive symptoms in adolescents with juvenile fibromyalgia. The psychological intervention was found to be safe and effective, and ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Nov 22, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Research shows promise for microwave ablation (MWA) to relieve painful bone and soft-tissue tumors

First-of-its-kind research presented today showed microwave ablation (MWA) therapy cut pain in half for patients with painful bone and soft-tissue tumors and took less time to complete than radiofrequency ablation. Pain relief ...

Cancer created Apr 11, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

CMS proposes payment and policy updates for 2014

(HealthDay)—Payment and policy updates have been proposed for 2014, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Advanced Notice and draft Call Letter published Feb. 15.

Health created Feb 22, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

U.S. vets with Gulf War Syndrome need individualized treatment, report says

(HealthDay)—A one-size-fits-all approach to treating U.S. veterans with Gulf War Syndrome does not work, and therapy needs to be tailored to meet each patient's needs, according to a new Institute of Medicine ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jan 23, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study finds knee replacement surgery may lead to weight gain

Patients who undergo knee replacement surgery may be at risk of gaining more weight than their peers who have not had the surgery, according to a five-year study led by a Virginia Commonwealth University professor.

Arthritis & Rheumatism created Jan 14, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Poll of psychologists cites emotions as top obstacle to successful weight loss

When it comes to losing weight, a popular New Year's resolution for many, people often focus on eating less and exercising more. But results of a new survey of psychologists suggest dieters should pay attention to the role ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jan 09, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Home-based stroke therapy improves outcomes, eliminates wait times, saves money

Home delivery of stroke rehabilitation improves care, eliminates waiting lists for treatment and saves hundreds of thousands of dollars annually in hospital costs, according to a quality improvement project presented today ...

Cardiology created Oct 01, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Individualized care best for lymphedema patients: scientist

Millions of American cancer survivors experience chronic discomfort as a result of lymphedema, a common side effect of surgery and radiation therapy in which affected areas swell due to protein-rich fluid buildup. After reviewing ...

Cancer created Aug 10, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0