Archive: 03/02/2015

Blood test aims to detect Parkinson's in early stages

(HealthDay)—Researchers have developed a blood test that they say could help neurologists detect Parkinson's disease and track the illness as it progresses.

Feb 3, 2015

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Many Americans suffering in final year of life

(HealthDay)—For a growing number of Americans, the final year of life is marked by pain, depression, and other distressing symptoms, according to a study published in the Feb. 3 issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine.

Feb 3, 2015

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Maternal pot use under microscope in Colorado

Marijuana use by pregnant or nursing women might seem like a no-brainer of a bad idea, but a proposal in the state of Colorado to step up such warnings is raising concern because of limited research on the dangers.

Feb 3, 2015

Federal health officials face tough questions on flu vaccine

Federal health officials are facing questioning about why this year's flu vaccine isn't giving good protection against the winter menace.

Feb 3, 2015

Nutritional supplements can improve pressure ulcer healing

(HealthDay)—For malnourished adult patients, specific nutritional supplements (arginine, zinc, and antioxidants) are associated with improved pressure ulcer healing, according to a study published in the Feb. 3 issue of ...

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Key findings in New York state herbal supplements probe

Some key findings in an investigation by the New York state Attorney General's Office into the store brand herbal supplements sold by four major retailers: GNC, Target, Walmart and Walgreens:

Feb 3, 2015

Low infection rate halts Ebola vaccine trials in Liberia

Britain's Wellcome Trust said that clinical trials it was funding for a new Ebola vaccine in Liberia were halted on Tuesday due to a fall in new cases.

Feb 3, 2015