9 in 10 Britons do not get enough sleep

LONDON – A new study has revealed that nine in ten Britons do not get enough sleep and that millions are risking their health by depriving themselves of much needed rest.

The study found that the average Briton sleeps for just six hours and seven minutes a night, well below the …. Original source  : 9 in 10 Britons do not get enough sleep.

Drinking tea ‘cuts down ovarian cancer risk’

LONDON – Having two cups of black tea or one cup of green tea a day can help cut down risk of developing ovarian cancer in women, says a study.

Researchers at the University of Washington studied 2,000 women and noticed a 54 per cent risk reduction in those who … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Drinking tea ‘cuts down ovarian cancer risk’.

Women’s support groups dramatically reduce neonatal mortality rates in India

LONDON – Women’s support groups operating in rural India have achieved dramatic success by significantly improving neonatal survival rates, a new study has revealed.

These community groups provide a cost-effective intervention along with benefits such as reducing significantly maternal depression and improving decision-making …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Women’s support groups dramatically reduce neonatal mortality rates in India.

Wannabe ‘yummy mummies’ battling eating disorders

MELBOURNE – More and more women wanting to resemble “yummy mummies” like Angelina Jolie and Victoria Beckham are turning to professional help to fight deadly eating disorders.

Experts have noticed a “sharp increase” in women in their 30s and 40s …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Wannabe ‘yummy mummies’ battling eating disorders.

Occupational sunlight exposure linked to reduced kidney cancer risk in men

WASHINGTON – Men employed in occupations with potential exposure to high levels of sunlight have a reduced risk of kidney cancer compared with men who are less likely to be exposed to sunlight at work, according to a new study.

Research suggests that vitamin D, which … Original article on : Occupational sunlight exposure linked to reduced kidney cancer risk in men.

Vitamin D vital for activating our immune defenses

LONDON – Vitamin D plays an important role in activating our immune defenses against infectious diseases like flu, says a new study.

According to the research, without sufficient intake of the vitamin, the killer cells of the immune system – T cells – … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Vitamin D vital for activating our immune defenses.

After having 4 surgeries and playing in 7 organizations, Joe Nelson tries to stick with Boston

Reliever Nelson still going after 4 surgeries

FORT MYERS, Fla. – Joe Nelson won the last game ever played at Shea Stadium. He received a World Series ring for pitching just three games with the Boston Red Sox.
The reliever’s other career milestones are less joyous – four serious surgeries, seven major league organizations and too many … Read this article on Gaea Times at : After having 4 surgeries and playing in 7 organizations, Joe Nelson tries to stick with Boston.

Jammu witnesses surge in cancer cases

JAMMU – An increasing number of people in Jammu are getting afflicted by cancer. The Government Medical College here has registered about 1,500 cancer patients in 2009 alone.

In 2004, the number of new cancer cases in Jammu and Kashmir was reported to be at 1,164 and, this number kept rising every year till it touched …. Read the original article  : here.

Botox Barbie also a madam who organises sex parties

LONDON – A woman, who has shelled out 500,000 pounds on her own cosmetic surgery and prides herself by helping her 15-year-old daughter get Botox, has also been revealed to be a sex party organiser.

Sarah Burge, from Cambridgeshire, calls herself Madame Pink and advertises her own services, charging 500 pounds an hour to be “whatever …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Botox Barbie also a madam who organises sex parties.

Abused kids more likely to suffer unexplained abdominal pain, nausea

WASHINGTON – Children who have been abused psychologically, physically or sexually are at an increased risk of suffering unexplained abdominal pain and nausea or vomiting than kids who have not been abused, a new study concludes.

The study was led by University of North Carolina at …. Source  : Abused kids more likely to suffer unexplained abdominal pain, nausea.

Female moderate drinkers at lower obesity risk than teetotalers

WASHINGTON – Female booze drinkers can take heart: A new study has shown that moderate drinkers have a lower risk of obesity than teetotalers.

The study has been published in the March 8 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.
To reach the conclusion, Lu Wang, M.D., Ph.D., …. Source article  : Female moderate drinkers at lower obesity risk than teetotalers.

Prostate cancer patients should not take dietary supplements

WASHINGTON – Researchers at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, have suggested that during radiation therapy treatments prostate-specific dietary supplements should not be taken as …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Prostate cancer patients should not take dietary supplements.

Merck, Frontline maker Sanofi-Aventis joining animal medicine businesses into world’s largest

Merck, Sanofi to unite animal medicine businesses

PET MEDS: Two top pharmaceutical companies, Merck & Co. and Sanofi-Aventis SA, are uniting their animal health businesses in what would be the world’s largest veterinary medicine company.
GOOD FIT: Sanofi’s Merial makes some very popular dog and cat products, such as Frontline flea and tick fighter and Heartgard for …. Source  : Merck, Frontline maker Sanofi-Aventis joining animal medicine businesses into world’s largest.

A look at veterinary medicines made by Merck’s Intervet, Sanofi-Aventis’ Merial business

Some current Merck, Sanofi-Aventis animal drugs

Some of the top products from animal health businesses Merial and Intervet/Schering-Plough, which are being combined under a deal announced by Merck & Co. and France’s Sanofi-Aventis SA:
Merial:
Frontline, kills ticks and fleas on dogs and cats
Heartgard, prevents heartworm in dogs and cats
Ivomec, kills parasites in hogs and cattle
Eprinex, kills internal … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : A look at veterinary medicines made by Merck’s Intervet, Sanofi-Aventis’ Merial business.

Eating breakfast, fatty diet around conception ‘increases odds of having baby boy’

LONDON – Want a baby boy? Well, then eat full breakfast and fatty diet during early pregnancy, suggests a new study.

According to the University of Missouri study, what women eat while they are in the early stages of pregnancy influences the sex and health of their unborn baby, reports The Telegraph.
Women who eat a full … Original source on Gaea Times at : Eating breakfast, fatty diet around conception ‘increases odds of having baby boy’.

Growing new arteries could lead to ‘biological bypass’ for heart disease

WASHINGTON – Yale School of Medicine researchers say they have found a new method of growing arteries that could lead to a ‘biological bypass’-or a non-invasive way to treat coronary artery disease.

Coronary arteries can become blocked with plaque, leading to a decrease in the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart. Over time this … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Growing new arteries could lead to ‘biological bypass’ for heart disease.

BPA exposure may cause permanent fertility defects

WASHINGTON – Exposure during pregnancy to Bisphenol A (BPA), a common component of plastics, causes permanent abnormalities in the uterus of offspring, boffins at Yale School of Medicine have discovered.

The findings were reported in the March issue of Journal of the Federation of …. Original source  : BPA exposure may cause permanent fertility defects.

Palin, a critic of socialized health care, acknowledges that her family used Canada system

Palin notes irony of using Canada health care

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – Sarah Palin has been no friend lately of socialized health care.
She has criticized Canada’s system, saying it should be dismantled in favor of free enterprise. And she has denounced President Barack Obama’s health plan as being socialized medicine.
But during a weekend speech in Calgary, the … Read more »»».

Stupak, D-Mich., voices new optimism about resolving abortion dispute in health bill debate

Stupak: Health bill abortion fight can be resolved

TAWAS CITY, Mich. – Prospects are good for resolving a dispute over abortion that has led some House Democrats to threaten to withhold support of President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul, a key Michigan Democrat said Monday.
Rep. Bart Stupak said he expects to resume talks with House leaders …. Source article  : Stupak, D-Mich., voices new optimism about resolving abortion dispute in health bill debate.

Egypt’s top Muslim cleric, whose moderate views angered hard-liners, dies of heart attack

Egypt’s top Muslim cleric dies of heart attack
CAIRO – Egypt’s state-owned news agency says the country’s top Muslim cleric has died of a heart attack during a visit to Saudi Arabia.
Sheik Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was 81 years old. He was the grand sheik of Al-Azhar, Sunni Islam’s pre-eminent theological institute. His moderate views … Read more : Egypt’s top Muslim cleric, whose moderate views angered hard-liners, dies of heart attack.

How the AP-GfK poll on Obama was conducted

How the AP-GfK poll on Obama was conducted

The Associated Press-GfK Poll on President Obama, the direction of the country and health care was conducted by GfK Roper Public Affairs & Media from March 3-8. It is based on landline and cell phone telephone interviews with a nationally representative random sample of 1,002 adults. Interviews were …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : How the AP-GfK poll on Obama was conducted.

Genetic variant raises lung cancer risk for light smokers

WASHINGTON – Individuals who carry a particular genetic variant are at much higher risk of developing lung cancer from exposure to second-hand smoke than others, even if they rarely come into contact with it, according to a new study.

Researchers at the University of Cincinnati say that for family members who carry this genetic variant, the …. Read the original article  : Genetic variant raises lung cancer risk for light smokers.

Simple relaxation with soothing music the best way to ease anxiety

WASHINGTON – Massage eases anxiety, but it is no more effective than simple relaxation in a room alone with soft, soothing music, concludes a new study.

A new randomized trial has shown that on average, three months after receiving a series of 10 massage sessions, patients had half the symptoms of anxiety. This improvement resembles that …. Source article  : Simple relaxation with soothing music the best way to ease anxiety.

Risk-free treatment for women with low sexual desire

WASHINGTON – Scientists have found evidence that a low-cost, risk-free psychological treatment for women with low sexual desire is effective and may be a better alternative to drugs that have adverse side effects.

“Low sexual desire is the number one problem women bring to sex therapists,” said Laurie Mintz from University of Missouri.
“Drugs to treat low … Original article on : Risk-free treatment for women with low sexual desire.

Healthier men enjoy more years of good sex

LONDON – Healthy individuals are almost twice as likely to be interested in sex compared to those in poor health, says a new study.

The research has been published on bmj.com.
According to the study’s results, at the age of 30, men have a sexually active life expectancy of nearly 35 … Read : Healthier men enjoy more years of good sex.

Facet Biotech Acquired By Abbott

CALIFORNIA (GaeaTimes.com)- In a move that may have an impact on the future of biotechnology and medical research, Abbott Laboratories is going to acquire noted biotechnology products developer Facet Biotech Corp. The acquisition will cost Abbott a whopping $450 million. Abbott is known for producing the famous drug prescribed for arthritis, Humira. The … Read more : Facet Biotech Acquired By Abbott.

Irritable bowel syndrome patients not at increased colon cancer risk

WASHINGTON – Irritable bowel syndrome patients are at no greater risk of having polyps, colon cancer or inflammatory bowel diseases than fit individuals undergoing colonoscopies, according to a new research.

The study has been published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology.
“Patients …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Irritable bowel syndrome patients not at increased colon cancer risk.

Papaya may harbour cancer cure

WASHINGTON – The humble papaya is gaining recognition in Western medicine for its anticancer powers, with a University of Florida researcher claiming that the power fruit thwarted growth of cancer cells in lab tests.

University of Florida researcher Nam Dang, M.D., Ph.D., … Read more »»».

Acupuncture ‘provides no help with IVF’

LONDON – Acupuncture do nothing to increase the chance of getting pregnant through IVF, fertility experts have said.

Before issuing the new guidance, experts at the British Fertility Society analysed 14 trials involving 2,670 people.
“All the trials involved acupuncture, in which needles were inserted into …. Read the original article  : here.

Obesity protects the body from effects of overeating

WASHINGTON – A new study has suggested that getting fatter may be part of your body’s defence against the worst effects of unhealthy eating.

In recent years, most rich countries, and some poorer ones, have seen a massive rise in so-called “metabolic syndrome”, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Obesity protects the body from effects of overeating.

Smoking for many years may reduce Parkinson’s disease risk

WASHINGTON – Smoking for a greater number of years may reduce the risk of Parkinson’s disease, but smoking a larger number of cigarettes per day may not cut the risk, says a new study.

The study has been published in the March 10, 2010, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Smoking for many years may reduce Parkinson’s disease risk.

Temporary hearing deprivation can lead to ‘lazy ear’

WASHINGTON – Relatively short-term hearing deprivation during childhood may lead to a form of “lazy ear” that affects long-term hearing, says a new study.

The research, published by Cell Press in the March 11 issue of the journal Neuron, reveals that, much like …. Original article  : Temporary hearing deprivation can lead to ‘lazy ear’.

Seaweed extract may help treat lymphoma

WASHINGTON – A new research has shown that seaweed extract can help treat lymphoma, a cancer of the immune system.

It is classified into Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s types, which are then further classified into B-cell and T-cell groups.
“Some forms of B-cell lymphoma are … Read : Seaweed extract may help treat lymphoma.

Gastric bypass op raises risk of kidney stones

WASHINGTON – Gastric bypass surgery can change patients’ urine composition that may increase their risk of developing kidney stones, research from UT Southwestern Medical Center investigators suggests.

Published in the March issue of The Journal of Urology, the study found that some …. Source  : Gastric bypass op raises risk of kidney stones.

New drug to slash cholesterol levels

LONDON – A team of researchers, including scientists from Swedish medical university Karolinska Institutet, has found that a thyroid-hormone-like substance that works specifically on the liver reduces blood cholesterol with no serious side effects.

High cholesterol levels in the blood are primarily treated with a group of drugs called statins, but they are not always sufficiently … Original article on : New drug to slash cholesterol levels.

Mass. philanthropist Raymond Tye, who paid for conjoined twins’ separation, dies at age 87

Mass. patron who paid for conjoined twins’ op dies

BOSTON – A Massachusetts philanthropist who gave away millions of dollars to meet medical expenses for needy people and paid for the separation surgery of conjoined twins has died. A. Raymond Tye was 87.
Daughter Carol Rose says the former chairman of a beverage distribution firm died Wednesday …. Source  : Mass. philanthropist Raymond Tye, who paid for conjoined twins’ separation, dies at age 87.

Dead at 38, Corey Haim prolonged tragic Hollywood tradition of careers ravaged by drugs

Corey Haim prolonged tragic Hollywood tradition
LOS ANGELES – Corey Haim’s story is sadly familiar in Hollywood: A teen talent who discovered drugs as he tasted his first success and whose personal problems increased as his star-power faded.
Haim died Wednesday at 38, another chapter in Hollywood’s tragic history of careers ravaged by drugs.
Brittany Murphy’s … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Dead at 38, Corey Haim prolonged tragic Hollywood tradition of careers ravaged by drugs.

Hitting the road, Obama laments Washington as he makes closing argument for health overhaul

Obama decries Washington in health care push

ST. CHARLES, Mo. – President Barack Obama says Washington for too long has accepted billions of dollars in health care fraud and abuse as simply the cost of doing business. He says that must end.
Obama on Wednesday said improper health payments cost taxpayers $100 billion each year – more … Original article on : Hitting the road, Obama laments Washington as he makes closing argument for health overhaul.

Study suggests too many low-risk patients given invasive heart tests, docs need better methods

Study suggests too many invasive heart tests given
NEW YORK – A troublingly high number of U.S. patients who are given angiograms to check for heart disease turn out not to have a significant problem, according to the latest study to suggest Americans get an excess of medical tests.
The researchers said the findings suggest …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Study suggests too many low-risk patients given invasive heart tests, docs need better methods.

Mesothelioma Vaccine Makes Waves

SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- Among the fatal forms of cancer that claims thousands of lives each year, Mesothelioma is considered to be a leading form of the disease. Recently it resulted in the death of former NFL star Merlin Olsen. The most unfortunate thing about the ailment is that it gets detected pretty late …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Daiichi eyes Ranbaxy for expanding in Africa, Latin America

MUMBAI – Japanese pharma major Daiichi Sankyo has drawn up a major business plan for the next two years under which it intends to better synergise its operations with its Indian arm Ranbaxy Laboratories and expand in Africa and Latin America.

Targeting a turnover of $3 billion for Ranbaxy Laboratories by December 2012, Daiici Sankyo … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Daiichi eyes Ranbaxy for expanding in Africa, Latin America.

R-rated films ‘propel’ underage kids to try booze

WASHINGTON – R-rated movies that glamorise violence and crime inspire children under 17 to try alcohol, a new study claims.

A total of 6,255 children were surveyed, every 8 months for two years from 2003 through 2005, to find the relationship between R-rated movies and the probability of alcohol use.
The link was established across different … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : R-rated films ‘propel’ underage kids to try booze.

Blood pressure fluctuations ‘a new stroke risk factor’

LONDON – Extremely variable blood pressure, and not just high blood pressure, can greatly increase a person’s risk of stroke, researchers have said.

To reach the conclusion, UK and Swedish researchers looked at the variability in blood pressure readings at doctors’ checks, reports The BBC.
They found those with fluctuating readings at different GP visits had the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Blood pressure fluctuations ‘a new stroke risk factor’.

Indian experts in Sri Lanka with Jaipur Foot

JAIPUR – Sri Lanka’s separatist war finally over, Indian experts are in the island nation to provide the Jaipur Foot, artificial legs known to be cosmetically and functionally close to the human limb.

Nineteen skilled technicians of the Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS), makers of the famous Jaipur Foot, are camping in northern Sri …. Original source  : Indian experts in Sri Lanka with Jaipur Foot.

Kids with chronic respiratory illness vulnerable to critical H1N1

WASHINGTON – Children with chronic illness, especially respiratory illness, are more likely to develop H1N1 influenza, concludes a new study.

The study has been published in the March issue of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine (PCCM).
The H1N1 study focusing exclusively on critically ill children found that children with chronic illness, especially respiratory illness, are more likely to …. Original article  : Kids with chronic respiratory illness vulnerable to critical H1N1.

Obesity, alcohol join forces to increase liver disease risk

LONDON – Obesity and alcohol act together to increase the risk of liver disease in both men and women, say researchers.

Two studies published on bmj.com today conclude that, from a public health perspective, strategies to jointly reduce both excessive alcohol consumption and excessive body weight should lead to a reduction in the incidence of liver … Read : Obesity, alcohol join forces to increase liver disease risk.

Now, fresh air bottled in Britain

LONDON – Fresh air has now been bottled by Britain’s National Trust so that it can be given to stressed city workers, a media report said Friday.

The bottled air is from some of the countrys favourite spots and each glass jar should relieve stress for up to 10 minutes, Daily Express reported.
The air comes …. Read the original article  : here.

Women on the Pill live longer

LONDON – Women who use the oral contraceptive pill can expect to live longer, say researchers.

According to a new study, published on bmj.com, women who use the Pill are less likely to die from any cause, including all cancers and heart disease, compared with never users.
The results of the UK study showed a slightly higher …. Original source  : Women on the Pill live longer.

Jaipur foot for Sri Lankan amputees

JAIPUR – Amputees in Sri Lanka, who lost their limbs during the prolonged civil war in the country, will now be able to lead a near normal life with the help of the Jaipur foot – artificial legs made in Rajasthan that are known for being cosmetically and functionally close to the human limb.

A team …. Read the original article  : here.

Best treatment for childhood epilepsy suggested

LONDON – One of the oldest available anti-seizure medications, ethosuximide, is the most effective treatment for childhood absence epilepsy, a new study says.

The study group compared three medications typically used to treat the most common childhood epilepsy syndrome, childhood absence epilepsy, which is characterised by frequent non-convulsive seizures that cause the child to stop what … Read more >>>.

Obama’s job approval rating nosedives to all time low of 46 percent

WASHINGTON – The job approval rating of US President Barack Obama has hit a record low (46 percent) amid rising doubts over his ability to push health care reforms – the centrepiece of his domestic policies – through Congress.

According to a new Gallup survey, Obama’s …. Source  : Obama’s job approval rating nosedives to all time low of 46 percent.

Cancer surgery leads to sexual dysfunction

WASHINGTON – People who undergo cancer surgery are more likely to complain of sexual dysfunction, a study has found.

Christian Schmidt and colleagues have said that sexual problems are frequent after operations for carcinoma of the rectum.
In Germany, each year more than 70,000 people develop colorectal carcinoma.
The study was aimed at investigating … Original article on : Cancer surgery leads to sexual dysfunction.

Best treatment for childhood epilepsy identified

LONDON – Doctors at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital have claimed that ethosuximide, one of the oldest available anti-seizure medications, is the most effective treatment for childhood absence epilepsy.

The experts reported the finding in this …. Read the original article  : here.

Tomato could replace aspirin as new, safe way to fight heart disease

LONDON – An extract from tomato seeds has been found to be a potential alternative to aspirin in preventing heart attacks and strokes.

A tomato derivative called Fruitflow, derived from the gelatine that surrounds tomato seeds, is apparently effective in reducing the risk of blood …. Original article  : Tomato could replace aspirin as new, safe way to fight heart disease.

Short bursts of intensive exercise as good as hours of training

WASHINGTON – The secret to staying fit is doing less exercise.
Shocked? Well, a new study says short but intensive bursts of exercise lasting ten minutes are as effective as good as hours of training in fighting flab.

Boffins who have been studying interval training have found … Original article on : Short bursts of intensive exercise as good as hours of training.

FDA panel narrowly favors approval for Medtronic implant to treat epilepsy

FDA panel backs Medtronic brain stimulator
WASHINGTON – Federal health advisers say a brain stimulating device from Medtronic can be approved for epilespy, provided the company conducts follow-up safety studies.
The Food and Drug Administration’s panel of neurological experts voted 7-5 in favor of Medtronic’s Deep Brain Stimulation implant, under certain conditions.
The experts said it …. Source  : FDA panel narrowly favors approval for Medtronic implant to treat epilepsy.

Special court rejects claims that vaccines with mercury preservative caused autism

Court says thimerosal did not cause autism

WASHINGTON – A federal court has ruled that the vaccine additive thimerosal does not cause autism.
The court expressed sympathy for parents coping with their autistic children, but concluded Friday that they had not proved the children’s illness was a result of the mercury-containing preservative in the vaccine.
Last year, the … Read more »»».

Dubai to host Arab human genetics conference

DUBAI – The third Pan Arab Human Genetics Conference will begin here Saturday, WAM news agency reported.

The two-day conference will discuss the latest progress in genome research in the Arab region.
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Health Minister Hanif Hassan will inaugurate the event at Al Bustan Rotana Hotel in Dubai.
Representatives of the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Summary Box: FDA warns that some patients cannot process blood thinner Plavix

Summary Box: FDA puts black box warning on Plavix

PLAVIX PROBLEM: The Food and Drug Administration is adding its strongest warning to the label for Plavix, cautioning that some patients do not respond to the blockbuster blood thinner.
GENETIC CAUSE: A small percentage of people have a genetic variation that prevents them from making an enzyme needed … Read : Summary Box: FDA warns that some patients cannot process blood thinner Plavix.

India developing vaccine against cattle disease

NEW DELHI – India is developing an indigenous vaccine against Johne’s disease that is prevalent in cattle in many parts of northern India, the government has told parliament.

The indigenous vaccine against Johne’s disease/paratuberculosis, developed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), “is at an experimental stage,” Minister of State for Agriculture K.V. Thomas said …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : India developing vaccine against cattle disease.

Jets coach Rex Ryan undergoes lap-band procedure to help lose weight

Jets coach Rex Ryan has weight-loss surgery

NEW YORK – Jets coach Rex Ryan underwent a weight-loss procedure Saturday to help him fight obesity.
The husky Ryan had lap-band surgery at NYU Medical Center, and was relaxing at his home in New Jersey on Saturday night, team spokesman Bruce Speight told The Associated Press.
Speight said Ryan also … Read more »»».

Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger released from Seoul hospital

US statesman Kissinger out of Seoul hospital

SEOUL, South Korea – Former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger was released from a hospital in the South Korean capital Sunday after recovering from stomach pains, a hospital spokesman said.
Kissinger’s condition was “not serious” while he was being treated at Seoul’s Severance Hospital and he had recovered after …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger released from Seoul hospital.

Red Sox minor league outfielder Westmoreland to undergo brain surgery

Red Sox prospect to undergo brain surgery
FORT MYERS, Fla. – Boston Red Sox minor league outfielder Ryan Westmoreland will undergo brain surgery after being diagnosed with a cavernous malformation.

The Red Sox announced Saturday night that the 19-year-old Westmoreland, one of the team’s top prospects, has taken medical leave from minor league camp to seek treatment.
A …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Red Sox minor league outfielder Westmoreland to undergo brain surgery.

Split among abortion opponents widens as Catholic hospitals publicly support health care bill

Catholic hospitals support health care bill

WASHINGTON – A group representing Catholic hospitals is rallying behind President Barack Obama’s health care bill.
Support from the Catholic Health Association could help persuade anti-abortion lawmakers to provide critical votes in the House for the overhaul.
The group’s chief executive, Carol Keehan, writes on the association’s Web site that the legislation …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Mozambique sees rising deaths in cholera outbreak, with 42 dead and more than 2,600 infected

Mozambique: 42 dead in worsening cholera outbreak
MAPUTO, Mozambique – Mozambique’s health ministry spokesman says the country’s cholera outbreak has now killed 42 people in the northern and central parts of the southern African country.
Leonardo Chavane says the disease is spreading, with more than 2,600 cases of people who have contracted the highly contagious …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Ticker toll: Heart attacks may have risen when the stock market was falling, study suggests

Hearts may swoon when stocks do, study suggests
ATLANTA – A study at a major medical center suggests more heart attacks may have occurred as stock prices crashed at the start of the recession.
Researchers at Duke University in North Carolina tallied heart attacks treated at their hospital and compared the numbers with the …. Original source  : Ticker toll: Heart attacks may have risen when the stock market was falling, study suggests.

Many police who worked after WTC attack show early signs of heart problems, study suggests

Many WTC responders show early signs of heart woes
ATLANTA – Law enforcement officers who worked near ground zero after the World Trade Center attacks seem to show early signs of heart problems at a higher rate than would be expected for their age, a new study suggests.
Nearly half of about 1,200 law enforcement …. Read the original article  : here.

Fertility docs say Oz parents should be allowed to choose baby’s sex

MELBOURNE – Fertility doctors in Australia are lobbying for permission to allow parents to choose the sex of their children for social or family balancing reasons.
According to the Herald Sun, Australia’s health watchdog was set to review its ban on sex selection technology with many of the nation’s fertility doctors lobbying for the controversial [..] Read the original article: here.

Bottle-fed infants have highest levels of Bisphenol A

WASHINGTON – Infants fed from plastic bottles are found to have the highest estimated levels of Bisphenol A (BPA), with exposures falling with rising age, according to a study.

The findings are important because BPA is thought to impact human development and is classified as an endocrine disrupting chemical, potentially putting developing infants at risk, as … Read more »»».