Sleep apnea ‘doubles stroke risk in men’

WASHINGTON – Obstructive sleep apnea more than doubles the risk of stroke in men, according to a new study’s results.

The common disorder, in which the upper airway is intermittently narrowed or blocked, disrupting sleep and breathing during sleep, is associated with an increased risk of stroke in …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Exercise pill for osteoporosis patients on the way

WASHINGTON – Scientists have discovered precisely how mechanical stress, such as exercise, promotes new bone growth, a discovery which could lead to the development of new drugs for osteoporosis patients unable to exercise.

The research report, described …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Exercise pill for osteoporosis patients on the way.

Karzai may be using drugs, says ex-UN envoy to Afghanistan

NEW YORK – A former United Nations (UN) ambassador to Afghanistan has questioned the ‘mental stability’ of Afghan President Hamid Karzai and suggested that he may be using drugs.

Peter Galbraith, the former deputy head of the UN mission in Afghanistan, has made … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Karzai may be using drugs, says ex-UN envoy to Afghanistan.

Vitamin C and E supplements don’t cut risk for BP disorders of pregnancy

LONDON – Vitamin C and E supplements are of no help when taken in early pregnancy to reduce the risk for the hypertensive disorders and their complications that occur during pregnancy, says a new study.

The supplements notably failed … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Vitamin C and E supplements don’t cut risk for BP disorders of pregnancy.

New approach for identifying smokers at highest lung cancer risk

WASHINGTON – A new approach for identifying smokers at the highest risk for developing lung cancer has been discovered by scientists from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) in collaboration with [..] Read the original article: here.

Transcendental Meditation may help fight depression

WASHINGTON – Transcendental Meditation, a stress-busting technique, may help reduce symptoms of depression, according to two new studies.

The studies will be presented at the 31st Annual Meeting of the Society of Behavioral Medicine in Seattle, Washington April 9th, 2010.
The studies, conducted at Charles …. Read the original article  : Transcendental Meditation may help fight depression.

Smoking may up multiple sclerosis risk in some

WASHINGTON – Smoking may increase the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS) in people who also have specific established risk factors for MS, a new study has shown.

The research is published in the April 7, 2010, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
It involved 442 people with MS and 865 …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Smoking may up multiple sclerosis risk in some.

Sunscreen nanoparticles could be toxic if accidentally eaten

WASHINGTON – Nanoparticles of zinc oxide present in sunscreens could prove toxic if consumed accidentally, according to a study.

Particles smaller than 100 nanometers are slightly more toxic to colon cells than conventional zinc oxide.
Solid zinc oxide was more toxic than equivalent amounts of soluble zinc, and direct particle to cell contact was required to cause …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Sunscreen nanoparticles could be toxic if accidentally eaten.

Blame CO2 in blood for ‘near-death experiences’

WASHINGTON – Excess carbon dioxide in the blood could be the cause behind near-death experiences such as seeing “a bright light at the end of a tunnel”, according to a new study.

Near death experiences (NDEs) are reported to include sensations such as life flashing before the eyes, feelings of peace and joy, and apparent encounters … Read more >>>.

Study: Most NYC firefighters, EMTs who suffered lung damage on 9/11 aren’t getting better

Study finds 9/11-related lung damage long lasting

NEW YORK – Most of the New York City firefighters and medics whose lungs were damaged by pulverized masonry and glass from the World Trade Center attacks are not improving as time goes by, according to a new study.
The results are based on breathing tests from nearly 11,000 firefighters …. Source article  : Study: Most NYC firefighters, EMTs who suffered lung damage on 9/11 aren’t getting better.