Change your environment to achieve dieting success

WASHINGTON – Dieters who focus on changing their surroundings find it easier to adhere to their diet, say researchers.

What’s more, they also report losing the most weight, says the team of Cornell University researchers.

The researchers, led by Brian Wansink, Director …. Original article  : Change your environment to achieve dieting success.

Vitamin D supplements can prevent preterm labor/births

WASHINGTON – Vitamin D intake during pregnancy is not only safe for mother and baby, but also can prevent preterm labor/births and infections, says a new study.

The results of the randomized controlled study have been presented at the Pediatric …. Source  : Vitamin D supplements can prevent preterm labor/births.

Exposure to violent crime may exacerbate asthma in kids

WASHINGTON – Living in a high-crime neighborhood may worsen children’s asthma, says a new study.

The study has been presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) annual meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

To reach the conclusion, researchers conducted a study of 561 children ages 8-14 years in Chicago who had … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Exposure to violent crime may exacerbate asthma in kids.

Brief therapy eases depression in mums

WASHINGTON – Depression is common in disadvantaged mothers, well beyond the postpartum period. In addition, if depressed moms are treated briefly, their symptoms improve as do their perceptions of their child’s behavior or the behavior problems themselves.

These are the conclusions of … Read more : Brief therapy eases depression in mums.

Tylenol Recalled By McNeil Consumer Healthcare

WASHINGTON (GaeaTimes.com)- In a recent development, McNeil Consumer Healthcare has issued voluntary recall of a number of children’s medicines that has created sensation among the parents and the medical community at large. The over-the-counter medicines affected by the recall are liquid as well as tablets, as the company has confirmed. Several variants of …. Source article  : Tylenol Recalled By McNeil Consumer Healthcare.

Probiotics help preemies gain weight

WASHINGTON – Probiotics can help extremely low birthweight infants (ELBW) gain weight, a new study has found.

The randomized, controlled, double-blind study has been presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) annual meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Probiotics, which means “for life” in Latin, are …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Probiotics help preemies gain weight.

Soy-based compound in dietary supplement could cut menopausal hot flushes

WASHINGTON – Natural S-equol, a novel soy germ-based compound, could be the primary component for reducing hot flushes in the dietary supplement SE5-OH, which is under development for reduction of menopause symptoms, says a new study.

The above results have come through pre-clinical efficacy data from studies using an animal model.

It has been previously found that … Read more : Soy-based compound in dietary supplement could cut menopausal hot flushes.

Kids as young as 12 display symptoms of psychosis

WASHINGTON – Children as young as 12 experience flights of fancy, including imaginary friends and conversations with stuffed animals, but some of them are also having hallucinations and delusions, which might be the early signs of psychosis, say researchers.

In a study of British 12-year-olds, the kids were asked whether they had ever seen things or … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kids as young as 12 display symptoms of psychosis.

Rollercoaster rides can cause ear injury

WASHINGTON – The sharp turns, ups and downs, and high speeds of today’s roller coasters could cause damage to your ears, say physicians at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.

The case study offers the first reported link between the force of acceleration in roller coasters and a common ear injury – ear barotrauma – that occurs …. Source  : Rollercoaster rides can cause ear injury.

10 hours of sleep every day can help you hit 100!

LONDON – Want to live to 100? Well, then get 10 hours of sleep a night, suggests a new study.

Sleep is a major factor in rejuvenating the body and activating the immune system.

In the study, boffins found that people who reach 100 are three times more likely to spend at least 10 hours a night … Read more >>.

World Laughter Day: Steve Wilson’s Thought

OHIO (GaeaTimes.com)- Steve Wilson, who happens to be one of the most prominent psychologists of Ohio call upon one and all to make the very best out of World Laughter Day. Reportedly, World Laughter Day marks the very first Sunday of May 2010 which shall witness many laughter clubs all across the globe celebrating this …. Original article  : World Laughter Day: Steve Wilson’s Thought.

Pharma firms flouted Medical Council’s ban on freebies to doctors

BANGALORE – Ever since the Medical Council of India (MCI) banned doctors from accepting gifts and freebies from the pharma and healthcare industry, some companies have openly induced the medical profession to disobey the directive, according to a New Delhi-based industry watchdog.

The Monthly Index of Medical Specialities (MIMS) has collected data on violations of the …. Source  : Pharma firms flouted Medical Council’s ban on freebies to doctors.

Olive oil may help protect against ulcerative colitis

WASHINGTON – Olive oil may help prevent ulcerative colitis, according to a new study co-ordinated by medical researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA).

Presented at the Digestive Disease Week conference in New Orleans, the findings show that …. Source article  : Olive oil may help protect against ulcerative colitis.

Organic food benefits a ‘myth’

MELBOURNE – Food grown without pesticides or herbicides should not be promoted as healthier because there’s no evidence to show that it contains more nutrients than conventionally grown food, claims a major University of Sydney … Read more : Organic food benefits a ‘myth’.

Just 5mins of ‘green exercise’ can boost mental health

WASHINGTON – Just five minutes of exercise in a park, working in a backyard garden, on a nature trail, or other green space can boost mood and self-esteem, according to a new study.

The study has been published in the American Chemical Society’s semi-monthly journal Environmental Science & Technology.

Jules Pretty and Jo Barton explain in the … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Just 5mins of ‘green exercise’ can boost mental health.

Teenagers uninformed about over-the-counter meds

WASHINGTON – Most teenagers don’t know what acetaminophen is, despite having taken the over-the-counter analgesic recently, a US study found.

The University of Rochester Medical Center Study assessed teens’ health literacy.

More than 60 percent of the teens in the study had never before heard of acetaminophen despite 21 percent of them having taken it within … Read more »».

Kids living in apartments with nonsmokers still exposed to smoke

WASHINGTON – Children who live in apartments are exposed to secondhand smoke, even if they don’t live with smokers, a new study has found.

The research from the University of Rochester Medical Center is the first to examine whether housing type is a potential contributor to children’s exposure to cigarette smoke.

It has been presented at …. Source  : Kids living in apartments with nonsmokers still exposed to smoke.

Super-strong artificial collagen may help treat arthritis

WASHINGTON – Scientists have created the strongest form of collagen known to science, a stable alternative to human collagen that could one day be used to treat arthritis and other conditions that result from collagen defects.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, forming strong sheets and cables that support the structure of … Read : Super-strong artificial collagen may help treat arthritis.

Dietary proteins critical in maintaining overall health

Washington, May 2 (ANI): Dietary protein not only promotes health throughout life, but protein also plays an important role in weight loss and muscle maintenance, reveal researchers from a variety of institutions.

A panel discussion including leading protein researcher Dr. Don Layman examined the research debate … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Dietary proteins critical in maintaining overall health.

Acupuncture the best bet to ease pain

Washington, May 2 (ANI): A new study has supported the use of traditional Chinese acupuncture method for pain treatment.

Dr. Philip Lang and colleagues of the University of Munich used quantitative sensory testing to identify changes in pain sensitivity with acupuncture in …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Acupuncture the best bet to ease pain.

Majority of very old people sleep well

WASHINGTON – Nearly two thirds of exceptionally old people have good or very good sleep, working out to around 7.5 hours including naps, says a new study.

Surprisingly, the oldest adults aged 100 and above in the study conducted in China were 70 percent more likely to report good sleep quality than younger participants aged 65 …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Discrimination linked to depression among minority kids

WASHINGTON – A new research has shown that children who experience discrimination are more susceptible to becoming depressed.

Lee M. Pachter, co-author of the study and professor of pediatrics at Drexel University College of Medicine and … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Discrimination linked to depression among minority kids.

Kids raised by relatives face physical, mental health problems

WASHINGTON – Kids who live with relatives instead of their parents are at increased risk for physical and mental health problems, a new research has shown.

“Children who live in kinship care with a relative have more special health care needs, mental health problems … Original source on Gaea Times at : Kids raised by relatives face physical, mental health problems.

Paediatricians tend to miss high BP among children

WASHINGTON – Paediatricians and nurses may be missing the development of hypertension and its serious consequences even when they read a child’s blood pressure, warn researchers.

The American Academy of Paediatrics (AAP) guidelines call for regular BP checks in children three years and older to screen for elevated BP.
They say elevated BP on three …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Paediatricians tend to miss high BP among children.

More cash-strapped Australian mums opt multiple birth

MELBOURNE – Birth rate of twins and triplets is set to increase as more Australian women undergoing in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) insist doctors to implant multiple embryos to reduce the cost of fertility treatment.

Despite multiple births carrying a five-fold greater risk of death, premature delivery or other complications, clinic chiefs say more couples are taking the … Original source on Gaea Times at : More cash-strapped Australian mums opt multiple birth.

States seek to share information about patient prescription drug use in hopes of curbing abuse

States want to share patient Rx use to curb abuse

LOS ANGELES – On his night shift in a busy emergency room, Dr. Jacob Khushigian inevitably finds a few patients more likely to be hunting for drugs than medical attention.
The guy who claims he has severe abdominal pain doesn’t grimace when sitting up. A woman who … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : States seek to share information about patient prescription drug use in hopes of curbing abuse.

Nuggets George Karl treated for another blood clot in right leg as he recovers from cancer

Karl has more complications in cancer recovery
DENVER – Nuggets coach George Karl has another blood clot in his right leg as he recovers from radiation and chemotherapy treatment for throat and neck cancer.
Karl’s partner, Kim Van Deraa, wrote on her blog this weekend that the 58-year-old coach was rushed to the hospital Friday …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Reform of medical education required: Azad

NEW DELHI – Medical education in the country needs to be reformed to enable its regulator to function in a “fair and objective manner”, Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said Tuesday.

“Our first and immediate concern should be to restore the credibility of the MCI (Medical Council of India) and to enable (it) to function in …. Source article  : Reform of medical education required: Azad.

HIV-positive women less likely to find work than male counterparts

WASHINGTON – HIV-positive women are less likely to find work than men affected by the virus, say researchers.

In a new study, Juan Oliva, a researcher at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM) explored the relationship between the employment status of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)-positive individuals and … Original article on : HIV-positive women less likely to find work than male counterparts.

Smokers ‘use E-cigarettes to quit smoking’

WASHINGTON – Electronic cigarettes, or ‘E-cigarettes’, are generally used to kick the butt, say researchers.

Writing in the open access journal BMC Public Health, the researchers polled 81 … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Smokers ‘use E-cigarettes to quit smoking’.

Brain-stimulation method may help fight depression

WASHINGTON – Transcranial magnetic stimulation may be a new treatment option for patients with depression who don’t respond to antidepressant drugs, says a new research.

The study has shown that a daily dose of transcranial magnetic stimulation-an intervention that uses magnetic currents to activate …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Exercise in youth to make old age bones stronger

WASHINGTON – Physical activity when young increases bone density and size, which may mean a reduced risk of osteoporosis later in life, concludes a new study.

For the thesis from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, around 3,200 men had their …. Read the original article  : Exercise in youth to make old age bones stronger.

Earlier, later puberty linked to anti-social boys

WASHINGTON – Earlier or later timing of puberty in adolescents boys can trigger chemicals linked to anti-social behavior, according to researchers.

“Aggressive behavior can begin very early, even in pre-school, and might be related to poor impulse control, difficulties in the family or just overall general problem …. Source  : Earlier, later puberty linked to anti-social boys.

High obesity rates in disabled children

WASHINGTON – Children who are disabled are at increased risk of becoming obesity. Now, a team of researchers has described possible ways to prevent or treat this problem.

In the current issue of Deutsches ???rzteblatt International, Thomas Reinehr and his colleagues from Witten/Herdecke University have tried to tackle the problem.

There are many reasons that a disabled …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Coffee may help cut uterine cancer risk

WASHINGTON – Two cups of coffee a day can lower the risk of uterine cancer, claims Mayo Clinic research.

Uterine cancer is the most common cancer for women’s reproductive organs.

According to the American Cancer Society, last year, 42,160 new cases were diagnosed, and it caused 7,780 deaths.

The research found that, among the 20,000 women who …. Original article  : Coffee may help cut uterine cancer risk.

Schwarzenegger stubs out California smoking ban

SAN FRANCISCO – California governor, former bodybuilder and action movie star Arnold Schwarzenegger has used his veto power to snuff out a bill that would have banned smoking in all state parks and beaches, calling it “an improper intrusion of government into people’s lives”.

Schwarzenegger, an avid cigar smoker who even erected a special smoking tent …. Original source  : Schwarzenegger stubs out California smoking ban.

Regular aspirin use raises risk of Crohn’s disease by 5 times

WASHINGTON – People who take aspirin regularly for a year or more could be increasing their risk of developing Crohn’s disease, says a new study.

The study by University of East Anglia (UEA) will be presented for the first time at the Digestive Disease Week conference in New Orleans.

Crohn’s disease is characterized by inflammation and swelling … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Regular aspirin use raises risk of Crohn’s disease by 5 times.

Wrestling accident leaves Rourke with permanent damage

LONDON – Mickey Rourke’s right arm has suffered permanent damage after a failed surgery on a torn muscle, which was ripped from the bone during an arm wrestling match with a rugby team player.

The 57-year-old wrestler star had been crowned International Man of the Year …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Wrestling accident leaves Rourke with permanent damage.

Kids with hearing loss in 1 ear fall behind in language skills

WASHINGTON – Loss of hearing in one ear hurts children’s ability to comprehend and use language, according to a new study.

“For many years, pediatricians and educators thought that as long as children have one normal hearing ear, their speech and language would … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kids with hearing loss in 1 ear fall behind in language skills.

Los Angeles County Coroner: Pneumonia, not drugs, to blame for actor Corey Haim’s death

Coroner: Pneumonia, not drugs, caused Haim’s death
LOS ANGELES – Actor Corey Haim had traces of several prescription and over-the-counter drugs in his system when he died two months ago, but that’s not what killed him, the Los Angeles County coroner concluded.
Haim, 38, died of natural causes from “community-acquired pneumonia” that damaged his lungs, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

How to tackle emotional eating

WASHINGTON – Many people treat themselves with their favourite chocolate bars, or ice cream after returning home from a hard day at work, completely ignoring the fact that they are on a diet. The long-term success of their efforts is therefore sabotaged by their own hand, and …. Source  : How to tackle emotional eating.

Exercise can help fight ‘obesity’ gene

WASHINGTON – Physically active lifestyle during adolescence can reduce the effect of a mutation in a gene that predisposes someone to becoming overweight or obese, says a study led by Spanish researchers.

Among the genes correlated to obesity, the FTO (or fat mass gene) is one of the genes … Read more »»».

Early UVA light exposure ‘doesn’t cause melanoma’

WASHINGTON – Scientists from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have found that early life exposure to ultraviolet A light does not cause melanoma.

The researchers, therefore, concluded that UVA exposure is unlikely to have contributed to the rise in the incidence …. Original article  : Early UVA light exposure ‘doesn’t cause melanoma’.

Vitamin A supplementation ‘does not reduce maternal mortality’

LONDON – Vitamin A supplementation does not reduce maternal mortality, a trial in Ghana has shown.

The finding contradicts previous findings from a trial in Nepal which showed a 44 percent decrease.

The new study (ObaapaVitA) is reported online and in an upcoming edition of The Lancet and has been written …. Original source  : Vitamin A supplementation ‘does not reduce maternal mortality’.

Venom website hopes cut snake bite deaths

LONDON – A website has been launched by the World Health Organisation which it hopes will help cut the estimated 100,000 deaths caused annually by poisonous snakes.

The UN health agency said that the site has a database of approved anti-venoms to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Venom website hopes cut snake bite deaths.

Short sleep ‘ups death risk’, long sleep ‘indicates serious illness’

WASHINGTON – People who sleep for less than six hours each night are 12 percent more likely to die prematurely than those who get the recommended 6-8 hours, a new study has found.

What’s more, the research carried out by the University of Warwick in collaboration with the Federico II University Medical School in Naples, Italy, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Kids eat more fruit ‘when it looks good’

LONDON – Want to make your kid eat more apples, strawberries and grapes? Well, then try to make the fruits look good.

A new study, published in journal Appetite, studied nearly 100 pupils in the Netherlands and Belgium to reach the above conclusion, reports The BBC.

In the study, children aged four to seven were presented apples, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Kids eat more fruit ‘when it looks good’.

Gymnastic training improves bone health in girls

LONDON – Long-term rhythmic gymnastics exerts positive effects on bone density among adolescent girls, a new study shows.

Symeon Tournis, who led the study at the University of Athens in Greece, said there is an association between weight-bearing exercise and increased bone density and bone strength.
“Our findings show that training in rhythmic gymnastics significantly improves … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Gymnastic training improves bone health in girls.

Veggies in first course can improve preschoolers’ appetite

WASHINGTON – Providing vegetables in the first course of lunch to preschoolers may increase their chances of eating more vegetables, say researchers.

Penn State nutrition researchers conducted several experiments based on the portion of nutrient-rich, low-calorie foods given to children and adults and found some interesting …. Original article  : Veggies in first course can improve preschoolers’ appetite.

Nausea, palpitating heart signs of flu in pregnant women

WASHINGTON – Nausea in pregnant women tends to fade after the first three months, but if it continues during the second and third trimesters (three months) it can be a sign of flu, says new research.

“People don’t necessarily think of influenza when they include the symptoms of nausea or vomiting, but our study showed that …. Original article  : Nausea, palpitating heart signs of flu in pregnant women.

Drinking alcohol over long period affects brain

LONDON – Drinking alcohol over a long period profoundly affects the brain, which adapts to the intoxicant and causes withdrawal symptoms when consumption stops.

Neuroscientists from the University of Southampton’s School of Biological Sciences (USSBS) investigated alcohol dependency and withdrawal using tiny one mm long C. elegans worms.
Despite the worm’s evolutionary distance from humans, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Drinking alcohol over long period affects brain.

Indian trial for inhalable measles vaccine offers hope for other diseases

WASHINGTON – A dry powder, inhalable vaccine developed for measles prevention and slated for human clinical trials later this year in India, could also help pave the way for the inexpensive treatment of a range of other illnesses, say researchers.

The vaccine, developed … Original article on : Indian trial for inhalable measles vaccine offers hope for other diseases.

‘Hair of the dog’ may help cure hangover, but increase alcohol dependency

WASHINGTON – Neuroscientists from the University of Southampton’s School of Biological Sciences claim that the “hair of the dog” may cure a hangover but it can also increase alcohol dependency.

Drinking alcohol over a long period of time profoundly affects the brain, which adapts to the intoxicant and causes … Read more : ‘Hair of the dog’ may help cure hangover, but increase alcohol dependency.

Confiding in spouse over sexual issues eases stress in older men

WASHINGTON – Older men who talk to their partner about sexual problems report greater happiness, says a new study.

Published in the Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences, the study shows that the way men and women deal with sexual health and stress in their later years varies … Read : Confiding in spouse over sexual issues eases stress in older men.

Nausea, speeding heart – signs of flu in pregnant women

WASHINGTON – Nausea in pregnant women during the second and third trimesters can be a sign of flu, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found.

“People don’t necessarily think of influenza when you include the symptoms of nausea or vomiting, but our study showed that they are common with … Original source on Gaea Times at : Nausea, speeding heart – signs of flu in pregnant women.

Gymnastic training boosts girls’ bone health

WASHINGTON – Long-term elite rhythmic gymnastics exerts positive effects on volumetric bone density and bone geometry in adolescent girls, according to a new study.

The study will be published in The Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism (JCEM).

“Previous studies of adolescents have found an association between weight-bearing exercise and increased bone density … Read more : Gymnastic training boosts girls’ bone health.

Stressful jobs up women’s heart disease risk

WASHINGTON – High-pressure jobs increase young women’s risk of heart disease, concludes a new study.

In the study, published in Occupational and Environmental Medicine, the research team assessed the impact of work pressure and degree of personal influence in the workplace on the heart health of 12,116 nurses, who were taking part in the Danish Nurse … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Stressful jobs up women’s heart disease risk.

New finding may help in dengue fever fight

WASHINGTON – A new study by scientists from Imperial College London has found that some of the human immune system’s defences against the virus that causes dengue fever actually help the virus to infect more cells.

According to the researchers, their new findings could help with the design of a vaccine against …. Source  : New finding may help in dengue fever fight.

Lose weight quickly, not gradually, for long-term success

WASHINGTON – The key to long-term weight loss and maintenance is to lose weight quickly, not gradually, in the initial stages of obesity treatment, suggests a new study.

As part of the study, Lisa Nackers and colleagues, from the University of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Lose weight quickly, not gradually, for long-term success.

Quick weight loss ensures lasting results

WASHINGTON – If you thought the best way to lose and maintain weight was the slow and steady approach, then think again.

A new study by Lisa Nackers and colleagues from the University of Florida suggests that the key to long-term weight loss and maintenance is to lose weight quickly, not gradually, in the initial stages …. Original source  : Quick weight loss ensures lasting results.

Kerala’s HIV positive Bency no more

KOLLAM – Fifteen-year-old Bency, one of the two HIV positive children who fought a gritty battle against schools in Kerala for ostracising them, is no more. Her funeral is likely to be held Saturday, her grandmother said Friday.

Bency was admitted to the Thiruvananthapuram Medical College hospital last week after her condition deteriorated and her weight … Read : Kerala’s HIV positive Bency no more.

Long-term use of certain contraception jabs linked to increased fracture risk

WASHINGTON – DMPA, a commonly used injectible contraceptive, is associated with higher risk of bone fracture when used alone, and not in combination with estrogens, according to a new study.

The study was presented at the World Congress on Osteoporosis (IOF WCO-ECCEO10) in Florence, Italy.

Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) is a progestin-only long acting reversible hormonal contraceptive …. Read the original article  : Long-term use of certain contraception jabs linked to increased fracture risk.

Blame the recession? AARP survey says sex for 45-and-older set is less frequent, less fun

Survey: Sexual satisfaction ebbs for 45-plus set

NEW YORK – Americans 45 and older are far more open to sex outside of marriage than they were 10 years ago, but they’re engaging in sex less often and with less satisfaction, according to a major new survey by AARP.
What’s the problem?
AARP’s sex and relationship expert, sociologist Pepper …. Original source  : Blame the recession? AARP survey says sex for 45-and-older set is less frequent, less fun.

NY man who infected 13 women with HIV gets trial in state’s bid to lock him up indefinitely

NY sex offender to get trial for civil confinement

BUFFALO, N.Y. – A sex offender who infected at least 13 women with the AIDS virus in western New York will get a trial on the state’s efforts to have him confined beyond his prison term.
Nushawn Williams completed a 12-year prison sentence last month after pleading guilty … Original source on Gaea Times at : NY man who infected 13 women with HIV gets trial in state’s bid to lock him up indefinitely.

LA County probes claims that hospital workers set up makeshift beauty salon in baby ward

LA County probes alleged beauty salon in baby ICU

LOS ANGELES – Two county hospital workers were placed on paid leave after anonymous complaints that they set up a makeshift beauty salon in an intensive care ward for newborns, authorities said.
The two complaints said manicures and eyebrow waxes were given to nurses and doctors in the …. Source article  : LA County probes claims that hospital workers set up makeshift beauty salon in baby ward.

‘Stop misuse of essential oils in health products’

NEW DELHI – The Essential Oil Association of India (EOAI) Thursday demanded a change in the Drug and Cosmetics Act in the country to stop the misuse of essential oils in health and beauty products.

Essential oils are aroma producing natural oils like lavender which are in high demand in the perfume and cosmetics industry.
“Most … Original article on : ‘Stop misuse of essential oils in health products’.

29 girls sick after mid-day meal in Delhi school

NEW DELHI – At least 29 girls of a government school in central Delhi were Thursday admitted to hospital after they consumed contaminated food served to them under the mid-day meal scheme.

“Around 29 girl students from Government Girls Higher Secondary School near Darya Ganj were admitted in Lok Nayak hospital when they complained of vomiting … Original article on : 29 girls sick after mid-day meal in Delhi school.

US oil spill may cause cancer: Expert

LOS ANGELES – The massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico may cause cancer and other health hazards, a US-based environment watchdog has warned.

Healthcare workers and general public could face risks by inhaling various components of crude oil such as benzene, toluene and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, all of which may cause cancer, the … Read more »».

US oil spill may cause cancer: Expert

LOS ANGELES – The massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico may cause cancer and other health hazards, a US-based environment watchdog has warned.

Healthcare workers and general public could face risks by inhaling various components of crude oil such as benzene, toluene and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, all of which may cause cancer, the … Read more : US oil spill may cause cancer: Expert.

It’s official: Doctor’s ‘white-coat’ effect does send blood pressure rates soaring

London, May 8 (ANI): A new study has revealed that a clinical visit to a doctor may actually cause blood pressure to rise during the check up.

The ‘white-coat’ effect, as it is being called, occurs due to patients becoming stressed by …. Read the original article  : It’s official: Doctor’s ‘white-coat’ effect does send blood pressure rates soaring.

Nicotine increases memory function

Washington, May 8 (ANI): It is already known that nicotine enhances our ability to think, perform and take tests. Now, according to scientists, it increases our memory function, too.

Up to now, results about nicotine’s effects on boosting human performance … Read more »».

Too much driving may up skin cancer risk

WASHINGTON – Too much driving may increase the risk of skin cancer, according to a new study.

Among a group of about 1,050 patients in Saint Louis, facial skin cancers were found to occur more often on the left-side – the side that’s next to the window …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Too much driving may up skin cancer risk.

Coffee, soft drinks not tied to colon cancer risk

WASHINGTON – Drinking large amounts of coffee and sugar-sweetened, carbonated soft drinks does not increase the risk of colon cancer, according to a new study.

The study has been published online May 7 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

Some previous studies have suggested that …. Source article  : Coffee, soft drinks not tied to colon cancer risk.

Advocates for elderly say Illinois nursing home reforms would make facilities safer

Advocates: Nursing home bill would raise standards

CHICAGO – Illinois nursing homes would be safer and care would improve under legislation headed to Gov. Pat Quinn for his signature, legislators and advocates say.
The bill, approved by the Senate on Friday after passing the House a day earlier, would require many nursing homes to hire more staff …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Advocates for elderly say Illinois nursing home reforms would make facilities safer.

Las Vegas jury orders drug companies to pay $500M in punitive damages in hepatitis C case

Jury awards $500M punitive damages in hep C case

LAS VEGAS – A jury in Las Vegas has ordered two drug companies to pay a combined $500 million in punitive damages in the first of hundreds of civil cases stemming from a hepatitis C outbreak two years ago.
The Clark County District Court jury on Friday ordered …. Read the original article  : here.

Cancer cases on rise in Kerala region

NEW DELHI – The central government has asked Kerala to strengthen its medical facilities to treat cancer cases after a rise in such cases was detected in the state, the Lok Sabha was informed Friday.

Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Dinesh Trivedi said a central health team visited Kuttanadu area in Kerala in …. Read the original article  : Cancer cases on rise in Kerala region.

Apollo, Cisco tie up for cost-effective telemedicine

NEW DELHI – Leading private healthcare provider Apollo Hospitals has allied with networking company Cisco to provide cost-effective telemedicine solutions to patients in remote areas.

“The latest technology provided by Cisco makes the work of a doctor more convenient. Earlier, the doctor would go in search of a telemedicine room, but the new technology provided …. Source  : Apollo, Cisco tie up for cost-effective telemedicine.

Expert warns against spanking kids

WASHINGTON – Spanking does more harm than good when it comes to punishing children for misbehaviour, says a parenting expert.

Some parents spank their child not only to punish him or her but to change their child’s behavior. But Alan E. Kazdin, John M. Musser professor of psychology at Yale University and director of Yale’s Parenting …. Original source  : Expert warns against spanking kids.

Veterans return from Middle East with multi-symptom pain disorders

WASHINGTON – Continual exposure to recurring blasts, cognitive issues, deep emotional impacts, and acute and chronic pain have made life painful for veterans, both men and women, who return from Afghanistan, say researchers.

The finding was discussed at the American Pain Society’s annual scientific meeting.

“These Middle East conflicts, with their very … Original source on Gaea Times at : Veterans return from Middle East with multi-symptom pain disorders.

Video games, virtual reality experiences could relieve pain in kids, adults

WASHINGTON – The next time your kids complain of pain, tell them to go and play a video game, suggest scientists.

They claim that when children and adults with acute and chronic pain become immersed in video game action, they receive some analgesic benefit.

And pain researchers reported … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Video games, virtual reality experiences could relieve pain in kids, adults.

Prosecutor: Remains found by worker inside NJ trash truck were those of stillborn fetus

Remains of stillborn fetus found in NJ trash truck

MIDDLETOWN, N.J. – Prosecutors say the remains of a stillborn fetus have been found inside a trash truck in central New Jersey.
Authorities initially believed the remains found around 8 a.m. in Middletown were those of a baby who had been born alive.
But Assistant Monmouth County Prosecutor Mike …. Original article  : Prosecutor: Remains found by worker inside NJ trash truck were those of stillborn fetus.

Teva Pharmaceuticals will appeal verdict in court case about hepatitis C infection

Teva plans to appeal lawsuit verdict
NEW YORK – Drugmaker Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. plans to appeal a $356 million Las Vegas district court verdict awarded to a plaintiff who says he contracted hepatitis C when one of Teva’s drug vials was used by more than one patient.
A jury in Las Vegas ordered Teva … Original source on Gaea Times at : Teva Pharmaceuticals will appeal verdict in court case about hepatitis C infection.

Teva Pharmaceuticals will appeal its share of $500M verdict in case over hepatitis C infection

Teva plans to appeal share of $500M verdict
NEW YORK – Drugmaker Teva Pharmaceutical says it will appeal a $356 million Las Vegas district court verdict awarded to a plaintiff who says he contracted hepatitis C when one of Teva’s drug vials was used by more than one patient.
A jury in Las Vegas ordered … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Teva Pharmaceuticals will appeal its share of $500M verdict in case over hepatitis C infection.

Lung cancer ruled out for Spanish King

MADRID – King Juan Carlos underwent a successful operation to remove a small benign growth from his right lung, doctors said Saturday.

The doctors ruled out any possibility the 72-year-old monarch was suffering from lung cancer after the growth was discovered during his yearly medical tests in late April, Xinhua reported.
“The medical team considered it …. Read the original article  : Lung cancer ruled out for Spanish King.

South Africa, changing track on AIDS, faces lack of resources and stigmas

S.Africa, changing track on AIDS, faces challenges
NDULINDE, South Africa – South Africa’s renewed commitment to combat AIDS has drawn praise, but in the worst-hit province in the worst-hit country in the world, life – and death – hasn’t changed much because of stigma and a lack of resources.
After years of official denial and …. Source  : South Africa, changing track on AIDS, faces lack of resources and stigmas.

Anthem Faces Insurance Investigation

WASHINGTON (GaeaTimes.com)- American President Barrack Obama told the media that Anthem Blue Cross has gone ahead to declare a 39 percent increment upon the premium rates. Reportedly, the Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius had urged all states in a written declaration which asks each and every state regulators to initiate an investigation so as to … Original source on Gaea Times at : Anthem Faces Insurance Investigation.

Vaccine for Meningitis C ‘wears off in early teens’

LONDON – According to a research done by the Oxford Vaccine Group at Oxford University, three-quarters of children that are vaccinated against Meningitis C lose their protection against the disease by their early teens.

The study of 250 children aged six to 12, presented to a European conference, …. Source article  : Vaccine for Meningitis C ‘wears off in early teens’.

Mum’s smoking, depression prompts teens to puff

WASHINGTON – Teens aged between 12 and 17 years living with mothers who are current smokers, or who have had a major depressive episode in the past year, are far more likely to smoke, says a new study.

The study was sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in the US. …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Mum’s smoking, depression prompts teens to puff.

Doctors say Spain’s King Juan Carlos recovering from surgery to remove benign tumor

Spain: king recovering from surgery
MADRID – Doctors say Spain’s King Juan Carlos is recovering well from surgery during which a benign tumor was removed from his right lung.

Hospital Clinic in Barcelona says the 72-year-old monarch’s recovery from Saturday’s operation is proceeding in a “totally satisfactory” way.
A statement issued Sunday night says the king got out … Original source on Gaea Times at : Doctors say Spain’s King Juan Carlos recovering from surgery to remove benign tumor.

Fruits, vegetables ‘can cut child cancer risk’

LONDON – Children must eat more fruits and vegetables to reduce the risk of cancer in later life, a charity has said.

The latest published Health Survey for England (HSE) for 2008 suggested that four in five children are …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Prince Harry mourns beloved pony’s death

LONDON – Prince Harry is shattered over the death of his pony, Drizzle, who died of a heart attack during a polo match.

Harry, 25, was riding his 10-year-old mare Drizzle, moments before she suffered a fatal heart attack.

After noticing that the mare was struggling during the match, Harry rode her over to the side, … Read more : Prince Harry mourns beloved pony’s death.

Study says US cancer costs almost double in 20 years; private insurance pays half

Study: US cancer costs nearly doubled in 20 years
ATLANTA – A surprising new study finds that the cost of treating cancer in the United States nearly doubled over the past two decades. But expensive cancer drugs may not be the main reason why.
The study found that rising costs may have been driven more …. Original source  : Study says US cancer costs almost double in 20 years; private insurance pays half.

Food poisoning suspected in the deaths of 3 patients at Pineville hospital; 40 sickened

Food poisoning suspected in 3 La. hospital deaths
PINEVILLE, La. – A health official says food poisoning perhaps from an ingredient in chicken salad could be what killed three Louisiana mental health hospital patients and sickened 40 others.
Officials say patients at Pineville’s Central State Hospital showed signs of gastrointestinal stress beginning Friday morning. The … Original article on : Food poisoning suspected in the deaths of 3 patients at Pineville hospital; 40 sickened.

Ahead of busy travel season, experts say travelers’ health insurance can be critical

Experts say travel health insurance can be crucial

CHICAGO – The summer travel season is approaching and experts say preparing for a possible health emergency should be part of the trip planning.
Many say people should considering buying travelers’ health insurance, including medical evacuation coverage, if your existing policy won’t cover it. Thousands of American travelers are [..] Read the original article: here.

Heart attack claims Prince Harry’s fav pony

LONDON – A heart attack claimed the life of Prince Harry’s favourite pony during a polo match in Coworth Park in Ascot, Berkshire.

On hearing the death of Drizzle, a 10-year-old brown and white mare, Harry broke down, reports The Telegraph.

The pony died at a charity match between … Read more >>>.

First prostrate cancer vaccine a major breakthrough, says Oncologist

NEW DELHI – Renowned oncologist Anuradha Hooda on Sunday said that the first vaccine to treat prostrate cancer Provenge, is a major scientific breakthrough in fighting the disease.

The Government of United States approved this vaccine, which was developed by the … Read more : First prostrate cancer vaccine a major breakthrough, says Oncologist.

Children’s book based on therapy dog

WASHINGTON – Mayo Clinic has come up with its first children’s book featuring “Dr. Jack,” a 9-year-old miniature pinscher who is Mayo’s first facility-based service dog.

Escorted by his owner, Mayo employee Marcia Fritzmeier, Jack is … Read more : Children’s book based on therapy dog.

Chandigarh best city in quality sanitation

CHANDIGARH – The union territory of Chandigarh has been adjudged the best Indian city in terms of quality sanitation followed by Mysore, Surat and New Delhi, officials said here Tuesday.

This city topped the national rating and award scheme for sanitation for Indian cities. The survey was conducted by the central ministry of urban development. … Read more »».

Restless legs syndrome tends to run in families

TORONTO – Restless legs syndrome tends to run in families, and the siblings of those who are severely affected seem to have a greater risk of developing the disease, says a new report.

Restless legs syndrome is characterised by an irresistible desire to shake legs. Some previous studies have suggested that the condition clusters in families. …. Read the original article  : Restless legs syndrome tends to run in families.

Spanish hospital says tests show no cancer in tumor removed from King Juan Carlos

No cancer in growth removed from Spanish king
MADRID – Doctors say full tests show there are no traces of cancer in the small tumor removed from Spain’s King Juan Carlos.
Hospital Clinic in Barcelona says the 72-year-old monarch is recovering satisfactorily from Saturday’s operation.
The king remained in the hospital Tuesday.
A statement issued late Monday …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Spanish hospital says tests show no cancer in tumor removed from King Juan Carlos.

Nicotine-containing hookah an unhealthy hit among youngsters

WASHINGTON – A study has found that a hookah or shisha, which is believed to be safer than smoking cigarettes, contains nicotine, carbon monoxide, and carcinogens that are more harmful.

Hookahs or waterpipes are gaining in popularity among the younger generation, with almost one-quarter of young adults in Montreal …. Read the original article  : Nicotine-containing hookah an unhealthy hit among youngsters.

‘No cardiovascular health benefit from chocolate, coffee, red wine’

WELLINGTON – The Australian Heart Foundation has revealed that there is no cardiovascular health benefit from eating chocolate or drinking coffee or red wine, even though they contain antioxidants.

Susan Anderson, the Heart Foundation’s national director of healthy weight, said a review of … Read more »»».

Vigorous exercise strengthens hip bones in kids

WASHINGTON – Vigorous physical activity in young children results in stronger hip bones, says a new study.

Researchers from Southhampton and Cambridge Universities in the UK presented the results at the World Congress on Osteoporosis (IOF WCO-ECCEO10) in Florence, Italy.

More than 200 six-year olds participated in … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Vigorous exercise strengthens hip bones in kids.

Air pollution can kill

WASHINGTON – A growing body of evidence shows that air pollution is linked with heart attacks, strokes and cardiovascular deaths.

People, particularly those at high cardiovascular risk, should limit their exposure, says an updated American Heart Association (AHA) scientific statement.
The evidence is strongest for fine particulate matter (PM2.5) having a causal relationship to cardiovascular disease, … Read more : Air pollution can kill.

Fluctuating BP linked to cerebrovascular disease risk

WASHINGTON – Individuals who have fluctuating blood pressure in addition to high blood pressure are at a higher risk for cerebrovascular diseases, according to a new study.

The study appears in the May issue of Archives of Neurology, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

Cerebrovascular disease, which includes stroke …. Source article  : Fluctuating BP linked to cerebrovascular disease risk.

Eat nuts to improve cholesterol levels

WASHINGTON – Eating a handful of nuts a day is associated with improvements in blood cholesterol levels, researchers say.

The pooled analysis of data from 25 trials has been reported in the May 10 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one … Original article on : Eat nuts to improve cholesterol levels.

Soon, ‘magic pill’ that will allow people to live beyond 100

LONDON – Scientists are developing a new pill, which, if taken at 40, could boost a person’s chances of living longer.

Prof Nir Barzilai, director of the Institute of Ageing at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York, said that one can …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Need more nurses for better health care: Vice president

NEW DELHI – Calling shortage of nursing personnel as a major impediment for the health sector, Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari Wednesday called for introspection on the reasons for nursing not being seen as a popular career option.

“It must be acknowledged that nursing is not perceived as an attractive professional option. One is compelled to …. Original article  : Need more nurses for better health care: Vice president.

Caffeine cuts down mistakes made by shift workers

LONDON – Caffeine can help those working in shifts to make fewer errors, according to a new study.

The findings have implications for health workers and for any industry relying on shift work, such as transportation.
More than 15 percent of workers in industrialised countries are involved in some shift time work, which may upset …. Source  : Caffeine cuts down mistakes made by shift workers.

After Uttar Pradesh, Gates goes to Bihar

PATNA/AMETHI – Microsoft chief Bill Gates arrived in Bihar Wednesday, a day after accompanying local MP and Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi on a day’s visit to Amethi constituency in Uttar Pradesh.

Gates reached Patna in a private jet. He will see the Indian government’s anti-polio campaign in Bihar.
He left the Gandhi family guest house … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : After Uttar Pradesh, Gates goes to Bihar.

Infectious diseases account for two-third child deaths

WASHINGTON – Preventable infectious diseases accounted for two-thirds of the nine million child deaths in 2008, says a new study.

Experts from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and Unicef’s Child Health Epidemiology Reference Group (CHERG) assessed data from 193 countries to produce estimates by country, region and the world.
While the number of deaths … Original article on : Infectious diseases account for two-third child deaths.

Caribbean nations expect to receive $100 million grant from US government to fight AIDS

Caribbean to get $100M grant from US to fight AIDS

GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Leaders in the Caribbean expect to receive a $100 million grant from the U.S. government to help fight AIDS over the next five years.
Acting U.S. Ambassador in Guyana Karen Williams says the agreement will provide funds to treat people in a dozen countries, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Caribbean nations expect to receive $100 million grant from US government to fight AIDS.

Health organization imparts training to HIV-AIDS patients in West Bengal

Siliguri, May 12 (ANI): The West Bengal Voluntary Health Organization, a group providing counselling and support to HIV-AIDS patients in Siliguri, is imarting training in puppet and mask-making to help them become self-dependent.

Training has been given to the 40 … Read : Health organization imparts training to HIV-AIDS patients in West Bengal.

High-dose vitamin D tied to increased fall risk among older women

Washington, May 12 (ANI): Older women receiving an annual large dose of vitamin D may have an increased risk of falls and fractures, says a new study.

According to the research in the May 12 issue of JAMA, women age 70 years or …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : High-dose vitamin D tied to increased fall risk among older women.

9 in 10 breastfeeding mothers do not follow a proper diet

Washington, May 12 (ANI): About 94 percent of breastfeeding mothers do not follow a proper diet, according to a University of Granada study.

The study revealed that 94 percent of nursing mothers did not follow a proper diet, as they did not consume the … Original source on Gaea Times at : 9 in 10 breastfeeding mothers do not follow a proper diet.

Men with asthma and eczema ‘at reduced cancer risk’

Washington, May 12 (ANI): Allergic conditions such as asthma and eczema that result from a hyper reactive immune system might enhance the body’s ability to remove malignant cells, which might in turn lower cancer risk, say researchers.

The researchers published their finding in Annals of Allergy, Asthma …. Original article  : Men with asthma and eczema ‘at reduced cancer risk’.

Australia to give 2.4 million dollars for biotechnology research with India

NEW DELHI – Top scientists will receive funding for cutting-edge research into everything from bioenergy and biofuels to vaccines and medical diagnostics as part of a joint multi-million dollar program with India.

The Indo-Australian Biotechnology Fund is part of the 65 million dollars Australia-India Strategic Research Fund.

The Minister … Read more »»».

Why breast milk is the best

WASHINGTON – Scientists at the University of Illinois have discovered why breast milk is better than infant formula.

“For the first time, we can see that breast milk induces genetic pathways that are quite different from those in formula-fed infants. Although formula … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Why breast milk is the best.

Take cognitive therapy to come out of severe depression

WASHINGTON – You can come out of depression, even if it is severe, with the help of cognitive therapy, says a new study.

Cognitive Therapy is one of the main techniques being used to manage anxiety and depression, among others. It helps users understand the negative thought processes that can cause problems and how they can …. Source  : Take cognitive therapy to come out of severe depression.

Spoonful of sugar really does help the medicine go down

WASHINGTON – Mary Poppins was right all along – a spoonful of sugar really does help the medicine go down.

According to research published ahead of print in the Archives of Disease in Childhood, infants who receive sweet solutions before being immunised experience less pain and are more comfortable.

Healthcare professionals should consider giving infants … Read more : Spoonful of sugar really does help the medicine go down.

Recycling: cigarette butts may help prevent steel corrosion

WASHINGTON – Cigarette butts, termed as “one of the most widespread forms of garbage in the world, ” may find practical use as a new way to prevent steel corrosion, claim scientists.

In the study, boffins describe discovery of a way to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Recycling: cigarette butts may help prevent steel corrosion.

Binge eating disorder severity tied to childhood sexual or emotional abuse

WASHINGTON – Severity of binge eating disorder (BED), a psychiatric condition similar to other eating disorders like bulimia, minus the countervailing purging behaviour, and compulsive overeating, but without the constant fantasizing about food, appears to be linked to very specific …. Source  : Binge eating disorder severity tied to childhood sexual or emotional abuse.

‘Safe’ ciggies as hazardous as tobacco

WASHINGTON – Tobacco-free cigarettes may be more carcinogenic by actually inducing more extensive DNA damage than tobacco products, a team of researchers has found.

In the study, researchers found that cigarettes made without tobacco or nicotine may be more carcinogenic because … Original article on : ‘Safe’ ciggies as hazardous as tobacco.

Vaccine response could depend on your sex

WASHINGTON – Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have claimed that biological differences between the sexes could be a significant predictor of responses to vaccines.

The scientists examined published data from numerous adult and child vaccine trials and found that sex … Original source on Gaea Times at : Vaccine response could depend on your sex.

Pub meal ‘has more fat than 12 McDonald’s hamburgers’

London, May 13 (ANI): Pub grub burger meals have more fat than twelve McDonald’s hamburgers.

And, according to a Sun investigation, the worst offenders provide nearly all of an adult’s recommended daily calorie intake.

The O’Neill’s Double Burger …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Pub meal ‘has more fat than 12 McDonald’s hamburgers’.

Lettuce recall expands to Tennessee, 23 sickened by E. coli poisoning

Lettuce recall expands to Tennessee
WASHINGTON – An outbreak of E. coli poisoning has expanded to Tennessee, where one more person has been sickened after eating romaine lettuce grown on an Arizona farm.

The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there are now 23 confirmed cases of E. coli and seven probable cases connected with …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Lettuce recall expands to Tennessee, 23 sickened by E. coli poisoning.

VP Biden’s elder son, Delaware AG Beau Biden, making progress at Philly hospital after stroke

Biden son progresses at Pa. hospital after stroke

PHILADELPHIA – Vice President Joe Biden’s elder son, Delaware’s attorney general, made progress Wednesday as he recovered from a mild stroke and hopes to return to work soon, his office said.
Beau Biden, 41, was being treated at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, a renowned neuroscience hospital in Philadelphia, a … Original source on Gaea Times at : VP Biden’s elder son, Delaware AG Beau Biden, making progress at Philly hospital after stroke.

Enough calcium in early life key to optimal bone health

WASHINGTON – Not getting enough calcium when one is an infant could endanger bone health for life and perhaps trigger obesity, a new research says.

During an 18-day trial involving newborn pigs, researchers documented markedly lower levels of bone density and strength in half the piglets fed a calcium-deficient diet compared to the other half that …. Read the original article  : Enough calcium in early life key to optimal bone health.

Frequent alcohol use fans faster HIV spread

WASHINGTON – HIV tends to progress faster in infected individuals who consume two or more alcoholic drinks daily, says a new study.

The study clearly demonstrates that frequent alcohol use, defined as two or more drinks daily, is associated with declining CD4+ cell counts (which indicate a weakened immune system) in individuals, who are HIV positive … Original source on Gaea Times at : Frequent alcohol use fans faster HIV spread.

Seven member board to replace MCI

NEW DELHI – The health ministry Friday decided to set up a seven-member panel of doctors to replace the Medical Council of India (MCI) whose chief was arrested on corruption charges and subsequently resigned.

The government has decided to dissolve MCI following the resignation of its president Ketan Desai. The name of former All India … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Seven member board to replace MCI.

BHU Team Finds Arsenic Cure

BENERAS, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The major health problem that is now plaguing a large section of Indians is arsenic poisoning. In some sections of the country the groundwater has been contaminated by this substance which is leading to fatal skin ailments and other types of diseases. However, those who dread arsenic poisoning can take heart …. Original article  : BHU Team Finds Arsenic Cure.

Psychological problems during childhood create long-term economic losses

WASHINGTON – Childhood psychological disorders could diminish people’s ability to work and earn as adults, according to a study.

People who suffer from childhood conditions such as depression and substance abuse are less likely to be married, attain less education …. Original article  : Psychological problems during childhood create long-term economic losses.

Cardiac procedure cuts risk of Alzheimer’s disease and stroke

WASHINGTON – Catheter ablation, treatment of the most common heart rhythm disorder, significantly reduces the risk of stroke, mortality, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, researchers have found.

The finding, by researchers from the Heart Institute at Intermountain …. Original source  : Cardiac procedure cuts risk of Alzheimer’s disease and stroke.

Poor kids more vulnerable to poor sleep effects

WASHINGTON – School kids from poor families are more vulnerable to the effects of poor sleep than their peers, concludes a new study.

The research, that assessed the ties between children’s sleep and their emotional development, by researchers at Auburn University, appears in the May/June 2010 …. Original article  : Poor kids more vulnerable to poor sleep effects.

Iraqi accident victim gets new lease of life in India

GURGAON – For 23-year-old Dler Asaad, an Iraqi garage worker critically injured in a car crash, life in the last four years had been a journey of failed attempts at recovering – until he came to India.

“Earlier I underwent 17 operations – on my brain, eyes and 11 of them on my trachea,” said Asaad, …. Read the original article  : here.

Women derive double benefit from heart failure device than men

WASHINGTON – Women show better results than men with device therapy to prevent the progression of mild heart failure, according to a study.

Women with mild heart disease who had a cardiac resynchronization device combined with a defibrillator (CRT-D) implanted had a 70 percent reduction … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Women derive double benefit from heart failure device than men.

Spider attacks sleeping nudist

AUCKLAND – A Canadian tourist who dozed off naked on a New Zealand beach after a swim suffered inflammation of the heart after being bitten on his penis by a spider.

The 22-year-old was apparently attacked by a katipo spider in Northland. He had left his clothes on the sand dunes before going for the naked … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Spider attacks sleeping nudist.

Dwindling testosterone levels reduce sleep

TORONTO – At 30 years, male testosterone levels drop by one to two percent annually. By age 40, men’s quality of sleep begins to diminish.

Could there be a link between decreased testosterone and reduced sleep? Absolutely, according to Zoran Sekerovic, graduate student at the University of Montreal (UM) Department of Psychology.
Sekerovic discovered …. Original source  : Dwindling testosterone levels reduce sleep.

Men with fatter wallets have bigger waistlines

TORONTO – The bigger the wallet, the bigger is the waistline, says a new study.

Nathalie Dumas, a graduate student at the University of Montreal (UM) Department of Sociology who led the study, said: “Women aren’t spared by this correlation, but the results are ambiguous.”
“However, women from rich households are less likely to be obese …. Read the original article  : Men with fatter wallets have bigger waistlines.

Early daycare leads to smarter teens

WASHINGTON – Teenagers who receive better child care during early years fair slightly higher on measures of academic and cognitive achievement compared to their counterparts who don’t, a new research indicates.

A long-running study funded by the National Institutes of Health shows that teens who had …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Early daycare leads to smarter teens.

Mums-to-be trust their moms more than medics

LONDON – Expectant mothers pay more heed to their mothers’ advice during pregnancy, as compared to medical advice from doctors, say researchers.

A survey by a team from University of London that spoke to women who gave birth in the 1970s, 1980s and the 2000s revealed that although …. Original source  : Mums-to-be trust their moms more than medics.

Dwindling testosterone levels ‘behind reduced sleep in middle-aged men’

WASHINGTON – Decreased testosterone is to be blamed for reduced sleep in middle-aged men, according to a researcher.

At 30 years old, male testosterone levels drop by one to two percent annually. By age 40, men’s quality of sleep begins to diminish. And according to Zoran … Read : Dwindling testosterone levels ‘behind reduced sleep in middle-aged men’.

Men with more money have bigger waistlines

WASHINGTON – Wealthy men increase their likelihood of being overweight with every extra dollar they make, a new Canadian study has claimed.

The study, led by Nathalie Dumas, a graduate student at the University of Montreal Department of Sociology, presented the finding at the annual conference of the Association francophone pour le savoir (ACFAS).

“Women aren’t spared …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Men with more money have bigger waistlines.

Barbara Walters recovering after heart valve surgery; doctors are pleased with outcome

Barbara Walters’ heart valve surgery ‘went well’

NEW YORK – Barbara Walters is recovering from surgery to repair a faulty heart valve.
The television legend’s spokeswoman, Cindi Berger, said Friday that the surgery “went well and the doctors are very pleased with the outcome.”
Walters announced on “The View” on Monday that she needed the surgery this week … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Barbara Walters recovering after heart valve surgery; doctors are pleased with outcome.

Early treatment doubles survival chances after stroke

LONDON – Patients who receive treatment within 90 minutes of a stroke attack are twice as likely to increase the chances of good recovery, say researchers.

Researchers from University of Glasgow have found that patients given a blood thinning drug to restore blood flow in the brain within 90 minutes of their symptoms were two and … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Early treatment doubles survival chances after stroke.

100 mn Chinese vaccinated for swine flu

BEIJING – Over 100 million Chinese people have been vaccinated for swine flu, the country’s health minister said Friday.

“We have achieved progress in the fight against A(H1N1) influenza,” Chen Zhu, health minister was quoted as saying by China Daily.
The health ministry Friday rewarded health workers for their research work on the A(H1N1) influenza vaccine. …. Original article  : 100 mn Chinese vaccinated for swine flu.

Protest against water shortage in New Delhi

NEW DELHI – Residents of Kushtha Ashram, a leprosy colony in North East Delhi, demonstrated in front of various government offices by breaking earthen pots to protest against water scarcity and its poor quality.

The protestors carried banners and raised slogans against the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Protest against water shortage in New Delhi.

Bones degrade, fracture differently under certain environmental conditions

WASHINGTON – Bones degrade and fracture differently under certain environmental conditions like sun, shade or in water, concludes a new Baylor University study.

The Baylor study also found that some postmortem fractures look like they occurred perimortem – at or near the time of death – under some specific environmental conditions.

“Forensic anthropologists see a lot of …. Source  : Bones degrade, fracture differently under certain environmental conditions.

Most married military couples are satisfied

WASHINGTON – Majority of married people at an Army post are satisfied with their relationship, despite challenges faced like deployments, a study at Kansas State University has found.

“Because of the stressors that have been on the military and military families, particularly in the [..] Read the original article: here.

Aids Walk NYC 2010: Creating Awareness!

NEW YORK, (GaeaTimes.com)- GMHC (Gay Men’s Health Crisis) shall hold its Aids Walk NYC 2010 which happens to be the 25th Annual Aids Walk organized by the non profit body. Aids Walk NYC 2010 shall witness 45,000 Walkers who will be running a long stretch of 6.2 miles which is scheduled to commence from the … Read more : Aids Walk NYC 2010: Creating Awareness!.

Homeopathy is witchcraft: British Medical Association

LONDON – Homeopathy is “witchcraft”, the British Medical Association (BMA) has said, adding: “If people wish to pay for homoeopathy that’s their choice but it shouldn’t be paid for on the NHS until there is evidence that it works.”

Hundreds of BMA members have passed a motion criticising alternative medicine use and they demanded that taxpayers …. Original source  : Homeopathy is witchcraft: British Medical Association.

MCI dissolved, seven-member committee set up (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – Three weeks after Medical Council of India (MCI) president Ketan Desai was arrested on corruption charges, President Pratibha Patil Saturday signed an ordinance dissolving the statutory regulatory body and replacing it with a seven-member committee.

A seven-member panel will replace the MCI and serve for a period of one year, Health Secretary …. Original article  : MCI dissolved, seven-member committee set up (Second Lead).

Cheese intake boosts immunity among the elderly

LONDON – Cheese can help preserve and boost the immune system of the elderly by acting as a carrier for probiotic bacteria, researchers have found discovered.

The research reveals that daily consumption of probiotic cheese helps to tackle age-related deterioration in the immune system.
“The increase in the proportion of aged individuals in modern society makes …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Cheese intake boosts immunity among the elderly.

Focus by police on ‘bad guys with guns’ coincides with big drop in Baltimore’s violent crime

Baltimore violent crime drops as cops narrow focus

BALTIMORE – In one of the nation’s most violent cities, officers are trying a new strategy. Baltimore police are focusing on violent offenders with guns rather than trying to lock up every person who commits a minor crime like using drugs.
The number of arrests has declined the past …. Read the original article  : Focus by police on ‘bad guys with guns’ coincides with big drop in Baltimore’s violent crime.

Ordinance dissolving MCI gets president’s assent

NEW DELHI – Three weeks after Medical Council of India (MCI) president Ketan Desai was arrested on corruption charges, President Pratibha Patil Thursday signed an ordinance dissolving the statutory regulatory body.

A seven-member body will replace MCI and serve for a period of one year, Health Secretary Sujatha Rao said.
Some of the committee members are …. Original article  : Ordinance dissolving MCI gets president’s assent.

Punjab clears Rs.320 crore plan for new and upgraded hospitals

CHANDIGARH – The Punjab government Saturday approved a Rs.320 crore plan for the construction of new hospitals and upgradation of existing hospitals across the state.

Chairing a meeting of the health and family welfare department here, Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal asked the New Delhi-based Hospital Services Consultancy Corporation to submit their final design and concept … Original article on : Punjab clears Rs.320 crore plan for new and upgraded hospitals.

Having strong ties with friends and family helps people live longer

LONDON – Having a close-knit group of family and friends has more bearing on a person’s lifespan than genetics, a study has revealed.

The study involved the participation of 188 centenarians, several common factors emerged amongst this select group as most saw themselves as sociable, open-minded and optimistic. …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Having strong ties with friends and family helps people live longer.

Working overtime is bad for the heart

LONDON – Working overtime is bad for the heart, say results from a long-running study of more than 10,000 civil servants.

The research found that people who worked three or more hours longer than a normal seven-hour day had a 60 percent higher risk of heart-related problems such as death due to heart disease, non-fatal heart …. Read the original article  : Working overtime is bad for the heart.

Study on cell phone cancer risk ‘inconclusive’

LONDON – The WHO study on links between mobile phone use and certain types of brain cancer has proved inconclusive.

The researchers said that even though there could be possible health risks from heavy mobile phone use, nothing … Read more : Study on cell phone cancer risk ‘inconclusive’.

False diagnosis of TB in HIV patients is fatal

WASHINGTON – A new study conducted by researchers at University of California-San Francisco and Makerere University-Kampala has shown that HIV-infected patients who are falsely diagnosed as having tuberculosis (TB) have higher rates of mortality than those who are correctly diagnosed with the disease.

“Among HIV-infected persons with suspected TB, falsely diagnosing persons with TB by …. Source article  : False diagnosis of TB in HIV patients is fatal.

Dr “Death” Patel threw childish tantrum over patient’s treatment

SYDNEY – Former Bundaberg Base Hospital chief surgeon Dr Jayant “Death” Patel was so annoyed when his request for a critically ill patient’s ventilator to be turned off was not followed that he threw a childish ‘tantrum’ in protest.

The Courier Mail quoted prosecutors as saying that, Patel wanted the patient off the ventilator so that …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Dr “Death” Patel threw childish tantrum over patient’s treatment.

Regular use of vitamin E may cut COPD risk

WASHINGTON – A new study conducted by researchers at Cornell University and Brigham and Women’s Hospital has suggested that long-term, regular use of vitamin E in women 45 years of age and older may help decrease the risk of … Original source on Gaea Times at : Regular use of vitamin E may cut COPD risk.

A Chinese drug sold at 1,300 percent profit

BEIJING – A cancer patient in China’s Hunan province had to pay 213 yuan for a medicine that cost just 15.5 yuan ($2.2) to the manufacturer, generating a mind-boggling profit of 1,300 percent.

The patient, a resident of Changsha of Hunan province, was suffering from ovarian cancer. Her doctor told her to buy Lusun Pian …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : A Chinese drug sold at 1,300 percent profit.

Financial squeeze linked to mental health problems

LONDON – Many workers have sought medical advice for stress and anxiety following the recession, says a UK survey.

The survey of 2,050 workers found that the post recession period has seen an increase in stress levels and mental health deterioration due to …. Original article  : Financial squeeze linked to mental health problems.

Statins cut risk of clot-related diseases

WASHINGTON – People at risk for clot related diseases may benefit from cholesterol lowering drugs called statins, according to a new University of Connecticut study.

“Previous clinical studies have indicated statins may play a role in lowering the risk of these conditions, but these studies …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Statins cut risk of clot-related diseases.

Statins reduce risk of clot-related diseases

WASHINGTON – People likely to face clot-related diseases may benefit from common cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins, says a new study.

“In our study, we aimed to analyse and evaluate the effect of these drugs in patients with specific conditions related to vessel blockages,” said study leader Vanjul Agarwal at the University of Connecticut. …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Statins reduce risk of clot-related diseases.

Asthmatic kids at increased risk of developing COPD

WASHINGTON – A new study from the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne has shown that children with severe asthma have more than 30 times the risk of developing adult chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) as adults compared to children without asthma.

“There is …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Mothers’ oral hygiene affects child’s health

WASHINGTON – The oral health of pregnant women affects their child’s future oral health and even overall health, research shows.

“Ideally, the oral health education for any family will begin with prenatal education and the establishment of a dental home by the time the child is 12 to 18 months of age,” says Tegwyn Brickhouse, study … Read more >>>.

Aerobic exercises trump walking for health benefits

WASHINGTON – When it comes to selecting the best exercise for fitness, aerobic exercise provides better health benefits than walking, according to a new study.

In the study, University of Alberta researchers compared fitness training to a pedometer-based walking program, measuring the fitness [..] Read the original article: here.

Old age falling tied to altered blood flow in brain

WASHINGTON – Altered blood flow in the brain due to high blood pressure and other conditions may lead to falls in elderly people, a new study has shown.

The research has been published in the May 18, 2010, issue of Neurology.

“At age 60, 85 percent of people … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Old age falling tied to altered blood flow in brain.

Caffeine may slow Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias

Washington, May 18 (ANI): Caffeine may be protective against the cognitive decline seen in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

A special supplement to the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, “Therapeutic Opportunities for Caffeine in Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases,” sheds new light on this …. Source article  : Caffeine may slow Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

High-fat ketogenic diet ‘can help treat persistent childhood seizures’

Washington, May 18 (ANI): A high-fat ketogenic diet, made up of high-fat foods and few carbohydrates, can help reduce or completely eliminate debilitating seizures in most children with infantile spasms, whose seizures persist despite medication, say researchers.

The Johns Hopkins Children’s Center … Read : High-fat ketogenic diet ‘can help treat persistent childhood seizures’.

Fat Embolism: The Term Unexplained In “House”

LOS ANGELES (GaeaTimes.com)- What exactly is fat embolism? The term was referred to in the final episode of the popular ABC television series “House” and since then people have been very eager to know more about the term. Considering the fact that social networking site Twitter has become the most popular mode of … Original article on : Fat Embolism: The Term Unexplained In “House”.

‘Sausage not steak’ raises risk of heart disease

WASHINGTON – Eating processed meat such as sausages raises the likelihood of heart disease, while red meat does not seem to be as harmful, researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) have found.

The study found that eating processed meat was associated with a 42 percent … Read more : ‘Sausage not steak’ raises risk of heart disease.

Cochlear implants ‘less beneficial’ for the elderly

WASHINGTON – Cochlear implants are less beneficial for older adults as compared to younger patients who have similar levels of hearing impairment before surgery, according to a report.

The study has been published in the May issue of Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and … Read more >>.

A handful of pistachios a day can help keep heart doc away

WASHINGTON – A diet containing nuts, including pistachios, can significantly lower total and LDL-cholesterol levels, in addition to triglycerides, according to a new study.

Published in Archives of Internal Medicine, the 600-subject, 25 clinical trial study, conducted in seven counties, is the most comprehensive … Original article on : A handful of pistachios a day can help keep heart doc away.

‘Fountain of youth’ steroids may provide protection against heart disease

WASHINGTON – Steroids sold as health supplements can switch on a natural defence mechanism against heart disease, according to University of Leeds researchers.

The University of Leeds biologists have identified a previously-unknown ion channel in human blood vessels that can limit the production of inflammatory cytokines – …. Source  : ‘Fountain of youth’ steroids may provide protection against heart disease.

Binge drinking ups pancreatic cancer risk in men

WASHINGTON – Heavy alcohol use could up pancreatic cancer risk in men, says a new study.

Researchers found that the more alcohol a man consumed, the higher his risk of pancreatic cancer compared with those who drank little or no alcohol.
“If this relationship continues to be confirmed, reducing heavy and binge drinking may be more …. Source article  : Binge drinking ups pancreatic cancer risk in men.

Binge drinking ups pancreatic cancer risk in men

WASHINGTON – Heavy alcohol use could up pancreatic cancer risk in men, says a new study.

Researchers found that the more alcohol a man consumed, the higher his risk of pancreatic cancer compared with those who drank little or no alcohol.
“If this relationship continues to be confirmed, reducing heavy and binge drinking may be more …. Read the original article  : here.

90pc of gay men in the Asia-Pacific region ‘denied HIV care’- UN

LONDON – A new report produced jointly by the UN Development Programme and the Asia Pacific Coalition on Male Sexual Health claims 90 percent of gay men in the Asia-Pacific region do not get HIV/Aids help due to discriminatory laws in many states.

Most countries in the region have a law criminalizing gay male sex.

“The effectiveness …. Read the original article  : 90pc of gay men in the Asia-Pacific region ‘denied HIV care’- UN.

‘Magic bullet’ may help fight ‘untreatable’ cancers

LONDON – Scientists have offered new hope to cancer sufferers currently given no chance of survival – a ‘magic bullet’ cancer drug that blasts away tumours.

The new drug, developed from a harmless bug that can cause stomach upsets, has been hailed as a major new weapon in the fight against cancer.

Early evidence from a trial, …. Original source  : ‘Magic bullet’ may help fight ‘untreatable’ cancers.

Social activist in Mumbai felicitated for curing thousands of leprosy patients

MUMBAI – Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan felicitated social activist Brother Christudas with ‘The Week – Man of the Year 2009′ in Mumbai on Tuesday for curing thousands of leprosy patients.

Brother Christudas, who has treated over 50,000 leprosy patients in Bihar’s Sundarpur village expressed his happiness to receive such an award.

‘I feel delighted because it … Read more »».

‘Stand Up To Cancer’ simulcast fundraiser back on ABC, CBS, NBC in September

‘Stand Up To Cancer’ TV fundraiser returns
LOS ANGELES – “Stand Up To Cancer,” a 2008 multichannel TV fundraiser that helped deliver more than $100 million for research, is returning in September.
Leading the charge again is film and TV producer Laura Ziskin (”Spider-Man”), who is executive producer of the show and is undergoing treatment …. Source  : ‘Stand Up To Cancer’ simulcast fundraiser back on ABC, CBS, NBC in September.

Intense exercise ‘can produce asthma-like symptoms even in healthy kids’

WASHINGTON – Heavy exercise can provoke the onset of temporary lung problems and other symptoms typically associated with asthma in children who are not actually asthmatic, according to a new study by researchers at the University of California’s Irvine and Miller Children’s Hospital Children.

“Studies have shown that in adults, vigorous exercise can cause wheezing and …. Original source  : Intense exercise ‘can produce asthma-like symptoms even in healthy kids’.

Till 12 months, infants aren’t protected against measles

LONDON – Infants are virtually unprotected against measles from two months onwards, until they are vaccinated at 12 months, says new research.

This is because the level of antibodies infants get from their mother drops over time, leaving them susceptible until they are vaccinated.
These findings underline the importance of measles vaccination at around 12 months …. Original source  : Till 12 months, infants aren’t protected against measles.

Boulder city officials requiring medical marijuana growers to go green in energy usage

Boulder requires medical pot growers to go green

DENVER – Boulder has approved regulations for the medical marijuana industry with a twist in keeping with the sensibility of this liberal-leaning, Colorado university town.
The regulations unanimously passed Tuesday will require growing operations to offset 100 percent of their electricity use with wind or solar power.
Other rules limit … Read more »».

Best time of life is after 50: Study

LONDON – People over 50 lives a better life than people who are young and stressed, says a study.

Researchers found people above 50, are also benefited from a “positivity effect”, which means that they recalled fewer bad memories, had more emotional control and an ability to see things positively, reports express.co.uk.
People who were considered … Read : Best time of life is after 50: Study.

Stretching with yoga safe for moms-to-be

WASHINGTON – Yoga, a low-impact fitness alternative, allows pregnant women to continue an exercise regimen without straining their heart or harming the baby.

The rewards of basic yoga outweigh the potential physical risks, as long as you take caution and perform the exercises in moderation according to your flexibility level, said the American Academy of …. Original source  : Stretching with yoga safe for moms-to-be.

Using sari to filter water can provide protection against cholera

WASHINGTON – Sari cloth is a simple, sustainable protector from cholera, a study conducted in Bangladesh has revealed.

Using the sari to filter household water protects not only the household from cholera, but reduces the incidence of disease in neighbouring households that do [..] Read the original article: here.

Autism does not ruin parents’ marriage: Study

WASHINGTON – Autism does not ruin relationships, says a new study, challenging the popular perception that an autistic child wrecks 80 percent of marriages as a heavy burden is imposed on parents.

Brian Freedman, clinical director of the Centre for Autism and Related Disorders at Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI), said the findings seem to debunk a …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Autism does not ruin parents’ marriage: Study.

Beware! Impotence could wreck your heart

LONDON – A significant proportion of men who suffer from impotence show early signs of coronary artery disease (CAD), warn experts.

A new study shows that such men will often develop coronary symptoms within two to three years and actually experience a heart attack within three to five years.
The study authors stress that clinicians stabilise …. Read the original article  : Beware! Impotence could wreck your heart.

They keep cholera at bay with a simple sari

WASHINGTON – A study on village women in Bangladesh, who filter water with their saris, found that this method not only keeps cholera at bay in households but also cuts down the likelihood of disease in the neighbourhood.

“A simple method for filtering pond and river water to reduce the incidence of cholera, field tested …. Read the original article  : They keep cholera at bay with a simple sari.

Moderate drinkers ‘are healthier than teetotallers’

LONDON – A major new study has shown that people who drink moderately, two or three glasses of wine in the evening, are far healthier than those who abstain from drinking any alcohol.

The study indicates that moderate drinkers have lower rates of heart disease, obesity and depression than people who abstain from alcohol entirely.

But [..] Read the original article: here.

Daily ginger consumption alleviates muscle pain

WASHINGTON – Daily ginger consumption can reduce muscle pain caused by exercise, says a new study by researchers at the University of Georgia.

Patrick O’Connor, a professor in the College of Education’s department of kinesiology, said that while ginger had been shown to exert anti-inflammatory effects in rodents, its effect on experimentally-induced human muscle pain was …. Source article  : Daily ginger consumption alleviates muscle pain.

Particulate air pollution bad for heart health

WASHINGTON – Penn State College of Medicine researchers say that breathing polluted air increases stress on the heart’s regulation capacity, up to six hours after inhalation of combustion-related small particles called PM2.5.

This high stress may contribute to cardiovascular diseases, said Duanping Liao, professor of public health sciences.

The body’s ability to properly regulate heartbeat … Read more >>>.

Binge drinking ‘can increase pancreatic cancer risk’

WASHINGTON – A new research from UT Southwestern Medical Center suggests that heavy alcohol use and binge drinking can increase the risk of pancreatic cancer in men.

Researchers found that men who consumed alcohol increased their risk of pancreatic cancer by 1.5 to 6 times compared with those who didn’t consume alcohol or who had less …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Binge drinking ‘can increase pancreatic cancer risk’.

Daily ginger consumption eases muscle ache

WASHINGTON – Ginger has long been used as a home remedy for ailments like colds and upset stomachs. But research has now found that daily ginger consumption also reduces muscle pain caused by exercise.

While ginger had been shown to exert anti-inflammatory effects in rodents, its effect on experimentally-induced human muscle pain was largely unexplored, said …. Source article  : Daily ginger consumption eases muscle ache.

UAE’s Ajman ruler opens high-tech hospital in Syria

Hims City (Syria), May 21 (IANS/WAM) A high-tech hospital funded by the ruler of UAE’s emirate of Ajman has been opened in the Hims province of Syria.

Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi in the presence of Syrian Prime Minister Mohammad Naji al-Otari opened the hospital Thursday.
After the opening, Al Nuaimi and the Syrian prime …. Original source  : UAE’s Ajman ruler opens high-tech hospital in Syria.

Statins linked to liver problems, kidney failure

LONDON – Scientists in the UK have uncovered a range of ‘unintended’ side effects of cholesterol-busting drugs statins.

Their research showed that some doses and types of statins are linked with a greater risk of adverse effects, including liver problems and kidney failure, reports the … Original article on : Statins linked to liver problems, kidney failure.

Multiple health benefits of eating pistachios

WASHINGTON – A new study has shown that pistachio nuts, eaten as part of a healthy diet, can increase the levels of antioxidants in the blood of adults with high cholesterol.

“Our previous study showed the benefits of pistachios in lowering lipids and lipoproteins, which are a risk factor … Read more >>.

Arsenic in playgrounds not harmful to kids: Study

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Researchers in University of Alberta have found in a study that children in playgrounds aren’t at risk from pressure treated wooden playground structures.

For parents who love to take their kids to the playground every summer, this is a great bit of news.

Chris Le, a scientist in the …. Original article  : Arsenic in playgrounds not harmful to kids: Study.

AirAsia launches flight to Bangalore

KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysian low-cost carrier AirAsia launched its inaugural flight to India’s Bangalore city, carrying 15 children with congenital heart disease who need open heart surgery.

The children will undergo surgery at the Narayana Hrudayalaya Heart Institute in Bangalore, whose chief Devi Shetty is a familiar name here as he regularly performs surgeries, The Star … Read more >>>.

Polluted groundwater may flow to sea: Study

LOS ANGELES – Polluted groundwater can find its way to the sea, indicating a direct link between septic systems and coastal contamination, a new study suggests.

In the first study of its kind, Stanford University researchers have tracked a plume of polluted groundwater from a septic system to one of Northern California’s top recreational beaches, Xinhua … Read more : Polluted groundwater may flow to sea: Study.

Congressional report: CDC used bad data to evaluate lead levels in DC water in 2004

Report: CDC used bad data to judge DC water safety

WASHINGTON – Federal health officials knowingly used flawed data in a study that calmed public fears about lead in the District of Columbia’s drinking water in 2004, according to a congressional investigation released Thursday.
The report by a House science and technology subcommittee admonishes the Centers for … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Congressional report: CDC used bad data to evaluate lead levels in DC water in 2004.

Armstrong shrugs off latest doping accusation: ‘Floyd lost his credibility a long time ago.’

Buy a used confession from Landis? Not all of it.
Should you buy a used confession from this man?
The short answer: Not all of it.
Floyd Landis’ decision to come clean about his own drug use – and throw dirt on Lance Armstrong and others in the bargain – sounds like something boxing promoter Bob … Read more >>.

Bret Michaels hospitalized again after ‘warning stroke,’ diagnosed with hole in his heart

Bret Michaels hospitalized after ‘warning stroke’

LOS ANGELES – Bret Michaels is back in the hospital.
The rocker and reality TV star suffered what doctors call a “warning stroke” and has been diagnosed with a patent forum ovale, or hole in the heart, according to a report Thursday on his website. Michaels’ publicist, Joann Mignano, confirmed the … Original article on : Bret Michaels hospitalized again after ‘warning stroke,’ diagnosed with hole in his heart.

Ovarian cancer screening method shows promise in study; bigger one will see if it saves lives

Ovarian cancer screening shows promise in study
Researchers may finally be closing in on a way to screen healthy women for ovarian cancer – a disease that rarely shows symptoms until it’s too late to cure.
A simple blood test followed by ultrasound exams as needed found deadly tumors before they caused symptoms, and without … Original source on Gaea Times at : Ovarian cancer screening method shows promise in study; bigger one will see if it saves lives.

Weight plays key role in kidney transplants

LONDON – A new study led by French researchers has revealed that matching up the weight of donors and recipients boosts success in kidney transplants.

During the study, researchers followed over 1,000 transplant patients and found that those receiving a small kidney in comparison to their weight were more at risk of complications like high blood …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Wii Fit could help soldiers recover from war injuries

WASHINGTON – Nintendo’s Wii Fit could successfully help improve balance for a soldier with a traumatic brain injury, a problem many soldiers are facing after serving in Afghanistan and Iraq, found Kansas State University researchers.

Shawna Jordan and Laurie Hildebrand, are studying … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Wii Fit could help soldiers recover from war injuries.

Mangalore air crash: DNA experts arrives as 26 bodies still unidentified

MANGALORE – A team of experts from Hyderabad arrived here today to conduct DNA tests to help in identification of bodies charred beyond recognition in the Air India Express plane crash.

Karnataka Environment Minister J Krishna Palemar, who is coordinating the rescue operations, has said the process for identifying the remaining 26 bodies will begin today.

Meanwhile, … Read : Mangalore air crash: DNA experts arrives as 26 bodies still unidentified.

India’s ‘Sulabh Sauchalaya’ going global

NEW YORK – The low-cost Indian toilet system, popularly known as Sulabh Sauchalaya, will now be taken to 50 developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East regions.

The movement’s founder, Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak, announced his organisation’s plans in a keynote address at the four day at World Environment and Water … Original article on : India’s ‘Sulabh Sauchalaya’ going global.

Staying away from sun causes depression: Study

LONDON – Hiding away from sun rays to protect oneself from skin diseases can harm one’s health in many other ways, says an expert.

A study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) has revealed that applying sun screen can contribute to Vitamin D deficiency. Though it is vital to protect our skin from harmful radiations, …. Source article  : Staying away from sun causes depression: Study.

Ginger eases aches and pains: Study

LONDON – Eating ginger can help ease muscle pain caused by heavy exercise, says a latest research.

Ginger root has been used as a household remedy since centuries for a variety of ailments, such as cough and colds and upset stomach, but now the study has revealed that ginger is particularly good for staving off muscle … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Ginger eases aches and pains: Study.

Food insecurity ups weight gain, complications risk during pregnancy

WASHINGTON – Food insecurity, a person’s inability to obtain adequate amounts of food due to resource constraints, can lead to greater
weight gain and increased complications during a woman’s pregnancy, according to a new study.

“Prior studies have shown that women living in food insecure households are …. Source article  : Food insecurity ups weight gain, complications risk during pregnancy.

Prenatal exposure to plastic chemical linked to breast cancer

WASHINGTON – Adult women who were exposed prenatally to bisphenol-A (BPA, a chemical commonly used in plastic food containers) or diethylstilbestrol (DES) could be at increased risk of breast cancer, according to a new study in mice.

Endocrine-disrupting … Read more : Prenatal exposure to plastic chemical linked to breast cancer.

HIV patients gather to participate in Chennai candlelight memorial

CHENNAI – HIV patients gathered here on Friday to participate in the 27th International AIDS Candlelight Memorial Day.

Organised by the Indian Community Welfare Organisation, the day was observed by HIV affected people.

Starting from 1983, the third Sunday of May is observed as the International AIDS Candle Light … Read more »»».

Removing HIV’s ‘invisibility cloak’ may help defeat the virus

LONDON – A new research has suggested that removing a chemical ‘invisibility cloak’ that makes HIV-infected cells look healthy might be the key to defeating the virus.

Human cells defend themselves against immune attack by displaying proteins on their surface that mark them as “self”.

When the immune system detects these proteins, … Original article on : Removing HIV’s ‘invisibility cloak’ may help defeat the virus.

Stem cell breakthrough could offer cure for motor neurone disease

LONDON – Scottish researchers have for the first time created brain cells bearing a deadly genetic mutation linked to motor neurone disease in an Edinburgh laboratory-a breakthrough that could lead to a cure for the illness.

The stem-cell innovation marks …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Stem cell breakthrough could offer cure for motor neurone disease.

Food insecurity ups risk of weight gain during pregnancy

WASHINGTON – A person’s inability to obtain adequate amounts of food due to resource constraints can lead to greater weight gain and increased complications during pregnancy, says a recent study.

“Prior studies have shown that women living in food insecure households are more likely to experience health complications,” said study co-author Craig Gundersen, who is …. Read the original article  : Food insecurity ups risk of weight gain during pregnancy.

Blood test to tell if babies at risk of allergies

SYDNEY – A simple blood test can now tell whether newborn babies are at high risk of developing allergies as they grow older, says a new research.

Tony Ferrante, professor and immunologist at the University of Adelaide, says the new marker may be the most significant breakthrough in allergy testing for some decades.
“A protein …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Blood test to tell if babies at risk of allergies.

Female-to-male HIV transmission risk doubles during pregnancy: Study

WASHINGTON – Previous studies have shown that women of reproductive age, especially when pregnant are highly prone to HIV infection. Now, a new study has warned that pregnancy is a time when men also are at higher risk. In fact, their risk doubles if their partner is both HIV-infected and pregnant.

Many women remain sexually …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Air India crash: Experts to conduct DNA test today

MANGALORE – A team of experts would conduct DNA tests to identify 22 victims of the air crash which are still remained unclaimed at the Wenlock Hospital here on Monday.

A team of experts landed here from Hyderabad on Sunday evening.

The DNA test would help in identification of bodies charred beyond recognition in Saturday’s Air … Read : Air India crash: Experts to conduct DNA test today.

Pediatricians group no longer opposes swim lessons for toddlers in light of new evidence

Swim lessons for toddlers get doctors’ approval

CHICAGO – The nation’s largest pediatricians group is relaxing its stance against swimming lessons for children younger than 4.
A few small studies now suggest toddlers may be less likely to drown if they’ve had swim lessons.
That’s why the American Academy of Pediatrics says it’s fine to enroll children as … Original source on Gaea Times at : Pediatricians group no longer opposes swim lessons for toddlers in light of new evidence.

Study finds children’s gun deaths as common in the most rural areas as in cities

Guns claim kids’ lives in both urban, rural areas

CHICAGO – Children in the most rural areas of the United States are as likely to die by gunshot as kids in the biggest cities, a new analysis of nearly 24,000 deaths finds.
Not surprisingly, murders involving firearms are more common among city youth. But gun suicides and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Study finds children’s gun deaths as common in the most rural areas as in cities.

Treatment for baldness: Australian scientists discover key gene

MELBOURNE – Australian scientists claim to have discovered a gene responsible for baldness in women which may lead to an effective treatment for hair loss.

Researchers at the University of Melbourne and St Vincent’s Hospital studied the DNA of almost 500 women who had lost at least 50 percent of hair on their scalp. Aged between …. Source  : Treatment for baldness: Australian scientists discover key gene.

Alcohol kills 2.5 million people worldwide: WHO

Geneva, May 23 (IANS/WAM) Harmful use of alcohol kills 2.5 million people annually and is the eighth leading factor for deaths globally, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said.

Of the 2.5 million people, 320,000 people are between 15 and 29 years of age, it said.
For the first time, representatives from 193 member states of … Read : Alcohol kills 2.5 million people worldwide: WHO.

Mystery disease leaves two girls dead in Haryana village

CHANDIGARH – Panic has spread in Samlehri village of Haryana’s Ambala district after two girls died and 40 other patients were referred to a hospital following a mysterious disease.

Both girls, Disha and Priyanka, died Saturday of a disease that could not be readily identified.
Senior district and health officials led by Additional Deputy Commissioner Renu … Read more : Mystery disease leaves two girls dead in Haryana village.

Obesity tied to depression in teen girls

WASHINGTON – A new study has found that obesity is a risk factor for depressive symptoms, but not for clinical depression, suggesting that weight status could play a part in the development of depression in some teenage girls.

“This is important, because depressive symptoms are considered …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Cut back on sugary drinks to lower BP

WASHINGTON – A new study has shown a surprising link between sugar in drinks and blood pressure.

The research, led by Liwei Chen, Assistant Professor of Public Health at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans, has found that by cutting daily consumption of sugary drinks by just one serving a [..] Read the original article: here.

HEALTHBEAT: NIDA chief urges addiction care that blocks high and rewires relapse-prone brains

Targeting brain circuits for addiction, relapse

WASHINGTON – Could a once-a-month alcoholism shot keep some of the highest-risk heroin addicts from relapse? A drug that wakes up narcoleptics treat cocaine addiction? An old antidepressant fight methamphetamine?
This is the next frontier in substance abuse: Better understanding of how addiction overlaps with other brain diseases is sparking a … Read more : HEALTHBEAT: NIDA chief urges addiction care that blocks high and rewires relapse-prone brains.

Booze may protect against Alzheimer’s risk

Washington, May 25 (ANI): Occasional drinking can cut the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, especially among women and non-smokers, says a new study.

The study has been published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.

Researchers at the University of … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Booze may protect against Alzheimer’s risk.

Rights panel seeks reply in congenital blindness cases

PATNA – At a time when the Bihar government is in a dilemma over 28 cases of congenital blindness which have been reported in a span of a few months in Bhojpur district, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has asked the state government to submit a report on this, officials said Tuesday.

The NHRC has … Read more >>.

Anti-aging pills should be taken before old age for benefits

WASHINGTON – Anti-aging supplements should be taken before old age for benefits, researchers at the University of Florida’s Institute on Aging claim.

The experts opine that neutraceuticals- supplements made up of mixtures- might be better than single compounds at preventing decline in physical function

Christiaan … Read more »».

Adulterated food, contaminated water claims 15 lives

LUCKNOW – At least 15 people in Uttar Pradesh’s Aligarh district have died in the last 10 days after consuming adulterated food and contaminated water, prompting the state government to direct a sanitation drive, officials said Tuesday.

Health authorities, along with civic agencies, have been directed by the state government to conduct sanitation drives and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Adulterated food, contaminated water claims 15 lives.

House committee criticizes NFL doctors on equipment, helmets and treatment of retired players

House committee criticizes NFL docs on head trauma

NEW YORK – A congressional committee criticized the NFL’s research into equipment, particularly helmets, questioning if player safety is indeed being given top priority in an “infected system that needs to be cleaned up.”
The House Judiciary Committee also expressed dissatisfaction at a Manhattan forum Monday with how the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : House committee criticizes NFL doctors on equipment, helmets and treatment of retired players.

Allergy can prevent cancer, say studies

LONDON – People suffering from allergy are far less likely to contract cancer than others, according to two studies.

Scientists believe that adverse reactions stimulate the immune system, helping to ward off other potentially fatal conditions, reports telegraph.co.uk.
“Allergies are a general activation of our immune systems. It’s hard to prove, and I’ve heard some scepticism, …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Gratitude boosts relationship: Study

LONDON – Appreciation for the “little things” in relationships can boost feelings of happiness and romance, researchers have found.

Showing gratitude has the ability to boost feelings of happiness and romance which helps the relationship to flourish, reports dailymail.co.uk.
Experts from the University of North Carolina in the US studied how couples behave when responding to …. Read the original article  : Gratitude boosts relationship: Study.

Michelle Obama exercises her way around South Lawn, announces summer exercise series for kids

WH kicks off summer exercise series on South Lawn

WASHINGTON – Dozens of Washington, D.C., schoolchildren scampered around the South Lawn of the White House Tuesday afternoon after first lady Michelle Obama announced a summer of activity designed to encourage kids to exercise.
The series is part of Mrs. Obama’s “Let’s Move” campaign against childhood obesity.
To show … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Michelle Obama exercises her way around South Lawn, announces summer exercise series for kids.

Early antibiotic treatment for chronic disorder shows improvement

WASHINGTON – Medical experts have discovered that if patients suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) were treated with antibiotics at an early stage, they showed more improvement compared to those who received the treatment later, or not at all.

“Acute exacerbations of COPD are re???sponsible for more than 600,000 hos???pitalizations annually, resulting in di???rect costs … Read more >>.

Chemicals in plastic may pose cancer risk

LONDON – Scientists have described the cancer-causing effects of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), which have hormone-like effects in the body.

The researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine said that although the health-threatening effects are known to a vast extent, more complex strategies for studying how these chemicals affect health are required.

“The strength and breadth of … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Chemicals in plastic may pose cancer risk.

Ineffective contraception ups teen pregnancy risk nearly 6 fold

WASHINGTON – Not using effective contraception once becoming sexually active multiples up to 6 times the risk for teen pregnancy, a new Spanish research has found.

The study conducted by the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Universidad Complutense in Madrid also found that the use of ineffective contraception (methods other than condoms, intrauterine contraceptive …. Read the original article  : Ineffective contraception ups teen pregnancy risk nearly 6 fold.

Minerals Management Service employees doing drugs, exchanging pornographic e-mails: US report

WASHINGTON – In a scathing report on the government’s oil drilling regulator, the US Department of Interior’s watchdog has accused its employees of accepting gifts from the industry, doing drugs and exchanging pornography-filled e-mails.

According to …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Minerals Management Service employees doing drugs, exchanging pornographic e-mails: US report.

Here’s why Achilles heels are so hard to mend

WASHINGTON – Tendons in high-stress and strain areas, like the Achilles tendon, actually repair themselves less frequently than low-stress tendons, according to a new study.

Tendons, composed of collagen and other proteins, serve to connect muscle to bone and thus are vital for movement.

Hence, … Read more »»».

Gay men should not be banned from donating blood, say AIDS research pioneers

WASHINGTON – Pioneering AIDS researchers have called for a change in policies that ban gay men from donating blood – calling the move unscientific and wrong.

Dr. Mark Wainberg and Dr. Norbert Gilmore have said that the ban issued on gay men since 1983 by blood agencies in Canada, the United States and many other industrialized …. Original article  : Gay men should not be banned from donating blood, say AIDS research pioneers.

Michelle Obama exercises her way around South Lawn, announces summer exercise series for kids

WH kicks off summer exercise series on South Lawn

WASHINGTON – Dozens of Washington, D.C., schoolchildren scampered around the South Lawn of the White House Tuesday afternoon after first lady Michelle Obama announced a summer of activity designed to encourage kids to exercise.
The series is part of Mrs. Obama’s “Let’s Move” campaign against childhood obesity.
To show … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Michelle Obama exercises her way around South Lawn, announces summer exercise series for kids.

Eating raw crayfish ‘can cause severe parasitic infection’

WASHINGTON – Anyone planning to spend time at the river this summer should avoid eating raw crayfish, suggests a new study which found that doing so can result in a severe parasitic infection.

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have diagnosed a rare parasitic infection in six people who had consumed raw …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Eating raw crayfish ‘can cause severe parasitic infection’.

Lockerbie bomber’s cancer at very advanced stage, says Gaddafi’s son

LONDON – Libyan leader Colonel Muammar al-Gaddafi’s son has claimed that the cancer-hit Lockerbie bomber Abdel Basset al-Megrahi is facing “very serious health troubles”.

“He has cancer at a very advanced stage. That is all I know about his condition,” The Scotsman quoted Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, as saying during a speech in London.

Megrahi was sentenced to …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Lockerbie bomber’s cancer at very advanced stage, says Gaddafi’s son.

Now senior citizens’ clubs in all Haryana cities

CHANDIGARH – Haryana will establish senior citizens’ clubs in all cities across the state to take care of the elderly.

Announcing this at Panchkula town near here Wednesday, Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda said that annual financial assistance of Rs.500,000 would be given to each of the senior citizens’ clubs.
Hooda said that day-care centres and …. Source  : Now senior citizens’ clubs in all Haryana cities.

US health official impressed with services at oft-criticized San Diego immigration jail

Health official tours San Diego immigration jail
SAN DIEGO – A U.S. health official peppered doctors with questions as he toured an often-criticized immigration detention center Wednesday, saying he left impressed by what he saw and heard.
Dr. David Rutstein, the acting deputy surgeon general, asked a pharmacist if patients quickly get uncommon psychiatric drugs, …. Original source  : US health official impressed with services at oft-criticized San Diego immigration jail.

Soon: Pill that could mimic exercise effects

WASHINGTON – Physical activity improves a person’s ability to burn fat by anywhere from 50 percent to more than 1,000 percent, depending on how fit the individual is at the first place and how long he/she exercises, according to a new study.

Moreover, the accelerated burn lasts long after the workout ends.

The finding of the …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Soon: Pill that could mimic exercise effects.

Risk of cardiovascular disease rises in winters

WASHINGTON – In winters, there is an increase in the rate of cardiovascular disease because many people don’t know how to rug up against the cold, an Aussie study has found.

Dr Adrian Barnett from Queensland University of Technology’s (QUT’s) Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation (IHBI) said the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Risk of cardiovascular disease rises in winters.

Mouth fluid may lead to non-invasive test for gum disease

WASHINGTON – Gum diseases are the primary cause of tooth loss in adults, but now scientists have found a little-known mouth fluid that may allow them to develop an early, non-invasive tests for the diseases.

The fluid, called gingival crevicular fluid (GCF), is not saliva, but produced in tiny … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Mouth fluid may lead to non-invasive test for gum disease.

Antiretroviral therapy tied to decreased HIV transmission risk

LONDON – Treating HIV-infected persons with antiretroviral therapy (ART) reduces HIV transmission to their sexual partners by more than 90 percent, researchers have found.

The study has been published in the Lancet.

“These results are an important finding in the search [..] Read the original article: here.

Red alert: Lead found in red shades of lipstick

SYDNEY – Warning for women: Your favourite red lipsticks that make you look attractive, composed, sexy and ready for the world, may in fact be causing you more harm than good.

Last year, the US Food and Drug Administration conducted tests on 22 red lipsticks and found lead, a neurotoxin, in … Original source on Gaea Times at : Red alert: Lead found in red shades of lipstick.

Vaccine offers hope against deadly skin cancer

LONDON – A potent new vaccine that could reverse or even cure malignant melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, is on the anvil.

Skin cancer is now the most common cancer in the 15-34 age bracket and is linked to exposure to the sun on beach holidays and the use of tanning booths. It claims …. Source article  : Vaccine offers hope against deadly skin cancer.

Bristol Palin calls teen pregnancy ‘humiliating’

NEW YORK – Bristol Palin has said that her pregnancy in the spotlight of the 2008 presidential campaign was “humiliating”, and that the father of her baby-Levi Johnston-is “a stranger”.

In a new interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Bristol talked of her feelings when the McCain-Palin …. Original source  : Bristol Palin calls teen pregnancy ‘humiliating’.

‘Sulabh toilets can help reduce global warming’

WASHINGTON – An Indian innovator who plans to promote cheap toilet technology in 50 developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East region says his technologies could also help developed nations reduce global warming.

Bindeshwar Pathak, founder of the Sulabh movement, told the World Environment and Water Resources Congress at Providence in Rhode … Original source on Gaea Times at : ‘Sulabh toilets can help reduce global warming’.

Cutting salt intake could reduce BP in dialysis patients

WASHINGTON – Kidney patients trying to control their blood pressure should cut their salt intake to reduce fluid build-up in the blood, suggests an Indian-origin scientist.

According to an analysis, led by Dr. Rajiv Agarwal, (Indiana University School of Medicine and Roudebush VA Medical Center) … Read : Cutting salt intake could reduce BP in dialysis patients.

Brush your teeth twice daily to avoid heart disease

LONDON – Brushing your teeth twice a day could go a long way reducing the risk of heart disease, says a new study.

Over the last 20 years, there has been increased interest in links between heart problems and gum disease and it has been established that inflammation in the body, including mouth and gums, plays …. Original article  : Brush your teeth twice daily to avoid heart disease.

Kids respond better to recommended swine flu vaccine

Washington, May 28 (ANI): In the first head to head study of the two H1N1 vaccines used in the UK during the recent pandemic has found that the adjuvanted split virus vaccine induced higher immune response rates in young children, but was linked with more reactions than the …. Source article  : Kids respond better to recommended swine flu vaccine.

Dietary supplement may prevent alcohol related brain, skull damage

Washington, May 28 (ANI): The dietary supplement CDP-choline, that acts as a brain-boosting agent and under study for stroke and traumatic brain injury, may prevent skull and brain damage resulting from alcohol consumption early in pregnancy, according to a new research.

Dr. Erhard Bieberich, biochemist …. Original source  : Dietary supplement may prevent alcohol related brain, skull damage.

Clean your teeth twice a day to stave off heart attack

London, May 28 (ANI): If you don’t brush your teeth twice a day, you’re more likely to develop heart disease, according to a new study.

The study, published on BMJ.com, claims that people who have poor oral hygiene have an increased risk of heart disease compared to those who brush their teeth twice a day.

To reach … Original article on : Clean your teeth twice a day to stave off heart attack.

US survey shows just 1 in 5 kids live within half-mile of parks, making exercise a challenge

Exercise limits: Just 1 in 5 kids live near parks

ATLANTA – Health officials say one reason so many American kids are overweight is that few have a nearby place to play and exercise.
Only about one in five homes have parks within a half-mile, and about the same number have a fitness or recreation center within …. Read the original article  : US survey shows just 1 in 5 kids live within half-mile of parks, making exercise a challenge.

Teammate: Moss received 3 treatments from Canadian doctor, confident he will be cleared

Teammate: Moss had treatments with Canadian doctor

ASHBURN, Va. – Washington Redskins receiver Santana Moss has told teammates he received three treatments from the Canadian doctor who was charged last week with smuggling and supplying human growth hormone.
Defensive lineman Phillip Daniels says Moss told a small group of players last week that he was treated by … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Teammate: Moss received 3 treatments from Canadian doctor, confident he will be cleared.

2 Year Old Smoking Cigarette Video

San Francisco (GaeaTimes.com) Millions of internet users are now searching for the shocking video of Ardi Rizal, the two year old Indonesian boy smoking cigarette. The boy seems to be overweight and is quite adept at smoking cigarettes. It is reported that he had his first smoke at 18 months under his Dad’s …. Source  : 2 Year Old Smoking Cigarette Video.

Trans fats are gone, and many foods didn’t get worse as feared, report says

Report: Trans fat limits lead to healthier foods

LOS ANGELES – There’s some good news about fat in our foods.
A new report says most companies and restaurants that cut trans fat did not replace the artery-clogger with another bad fat.
There were fears that baked goods and junk food would be remade with higher saturated fat content.
The …. Original article  : Trans fats are gone, and many foods didn’t get worse as feared, report says.

NYC man’s kidney transplant gave him woman’s cancer; trial weighs transplant risks, rewards

NY man’s kidney transplant gave him woman’s cancer
NEW YORK – Jurors are deliberating the case of a New York City man who received a donor kidney and died in what experts say may be the only known case of uterine cancer being transmitted by transplant.
The widow of Vincent Liew (LOO) is suing NYU …. Original source  : NYC man’s kidney transplant gave him woman’s cancer; trial weighs transplant risks, rewards.

‘Sack tapping’, punching classmates in the groin, can lead to serious injury

NEW YORK – Hitting on the groin of a friend or “sack tapping”, which is a popular prank among school children, can be dangerous, health experts have warned.

It can often lead to emergency surgery that can have an impact on kids’ lives forever.

Urologist Dr. Scott Wheeler, who has treated young boys with ruptured … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : ‘Sack tapping’, punching classmates in the groin, can lead to serious injury.

Bradford heroin addicts selling bodies for pounds20- pounds30

LONDON – A lot of women in Bradford, addicted to drugs, are getting into prostitution.

Many are ready to sell their bodies for 20pounds- 30pounds, a sum enough for two hits of heroin.

A friend of murdered Shelley Armitage confessed she was addicted to heroin.

The pal claimed drugs addiction eventually leads to prostitution.

“All … Read : Bradford heroin addicts selling bodies for pounds20- pounds30.

Heartburn pills ‘can raise osteoporosis risk’

LONDON – Heartburn pills can lead to more than one bargained for – the drugs have been linked to an increased risk of the bone disease osteoporosis.

According to a research, the meds used by millions of patients to treat indigestion and heartburn, called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), are linked … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Heartburn pills ‘can raise osteoporosis risk’.

Prenatal exposure to BPA may raise breast cancer risk

WASHINGTON – Exposure in the womb to chemicals like Bisphenol-A (BPA) and Diethylstilbestrol (DES) can increase an offspring’s risk of breast cancer, according to a new study.

Researchers at Yale School of Medicine found that BPA and DES, called endocrine-disrupting chemicals, are substances in the …. Source article  : Prenatal exposure to BPA may raise breast cancer risk.

Fresh Express recalls romaine salad, lettuce packages after 1 tests positive for salmonella

Chiquita’s Fresh Express recalls salad packages

SALINAS, Calif. – Fresh Express, a subsidiary of Chiquita Brands International Inc., said Monday it is recalling several types of ready-to-eat salads after salmonella was found in a package tested by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The products in question include lettuce mixes, Caesar salad and other salad kits, hearts … Read more »».

Mexico’s Supreme Court upholds law giving rape victims morning-after birth control pill

Mexico upholds morning-after pill for rape victims

MEXICO CITY – Mexico’s Supreme Court has upheld a law requiring hospitals to offer rape victims a morning-after birth control pill, rejecting an appeal that argued the pill’s effect constitutes the equivalent of an abortion.
Abortion is regulated under state laws in Mexico, and most of the 31 states outlaw … Read : Mexico’s Supreme Court upholds law giving rape victims morning-after birth control pill.

Nurses in Minn., Calif., set 1-day walkout plans if agreement isn’t reached with hospitals

Nurses in Minn., Calif. set strike dates
MINNEAPOLIS – Thousands of nurses in Minnesota and California say they’ll stage a one-day walkout next month if they don’t reach contract agreements with hospitals.

The separate disputes involve about 12,000 nurses in the Minneapolis area and nearly 13,000 at hospitals across California. Both set June 10 as a strike … Read more »».

Meet the scientist infected with computer virus

LONDON – A British researcher has successfully infected himself with a computer virus and claims to be the first of its kind.

Scientist Mark Gasson, contaminated a tiny, radio frequency identification (RFID) chip with a virus and placed it under the skin on his hand. He uses that chip to activate his cell phone, as well … Original source on Gaea Times at : Meet the scientist infected with computer virus.

FDA investigating possible mercury exposure linked to homemade skin cream from Mexico

Feds probing homemade skin cream link to mercury

RICHMOND, Va. – Federal officials are investigating cases of possible mercury exposure linked to a homemade cream from Mexico that claims to lighten the skin, fade freckles and age spots, and treat acne.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration spokesman Ira Allen says the agency was recently made aware of … Read more »».

Police: 3 locked Ind. woman with dementia in tiny room for months to steal her monthly checks

Police: 3 locked demented woman in room for months
INDIANAPOLIS – Police in Indiana say three people kept a 65-year-old woman with dementia locked in a tiny room for months while they lived off of her monthly checks.
Police in the city of Anderson freed Anna Turner on Thursday from the 8-foot-by-6-foot utility room where …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Police: 3 locked Ind. woman with dementia in tiny room for months to steal her monthly checks.

Natural birth ‘bacteria’ protects child from asthma, allergies

SYDNEY – Babies delivered vaginally receive protective bacteria as they pass through the birth canal, a scientist says.

Infants born by caesarean section, however, are more vulnerable to asthma, allergies and infection as they miss out on receiving mothers’ good bacteria, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Natural birth ‘bacteria’ protects child from asthma, allergies.

Avoid saunas, hot showers, alcohol to become ‘Daddy Cool’!

LONDON – The trick to becoming a father is staying cool – literally.

Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority has advised men to avoid saunas, hot showers and alcohol to increase their fertility chances.

In their study, it was found that one in five healthy young men between the ages of 18 and 25 have abnormal sperm … Read more >>>.

HIV-infected people in US, Canada not getting early treatment: Study

WASHINGTON – A new study warns that HIV-infected people in the United States and Canada are not getting treatment early enough.

Researchers conducted a study of 45,000 patients to reach the conclusion.

They analyzed patients’ CD4 cell counts, a critical measure of immune system strength, when these …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Researchers study protein essential for successful pregnancy

WASHINGTON – Researchers have helped solve the mystery of a unique protein called Pre-implantation Factor – which is produced by healthy embryos to direct embryo attachment and help the mother adapt to pregnancy.

The protein modulates maternal immunity, promotes attachment of the early embryo, and … Original source on Gaea Times at : Researchers study protein essential for successful pregnancy.

Andhra, Gujarat get $5 mn for anti-tobacco campaign

NEW DELHI – The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has granted $5 million for strengthening the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) in Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh, a statement said Saturday.

The grant will be given to the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI), a Delhi based public-private partnership, over a three- year period.
A … Original source on Gaea Times at : Andhra, Gujarat get $5 mn for anti-tobacco campaign.

Cheech, Chong need not apply: Business folk readying to sell at 1st NJ medical pot centers

High hopes for business folk planning NJ pot sales
MONTCLAIR, N.J. – After careers in human resources and business consulting, Marianne Bays is tired of the corporate world. The 57-year-old’s choice for a change: trying to become one of New Jersey’s first legal pot dealers.
In January, New Jersey became the 14th state to allow …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Sexually transmitted diseases among Aussie youngsters on the rise

SYDNEY – Experts have called for a new HIV awareness campaign after it was seen that venereal disease among young Australians has skyrocketed.

According to federal government figures, the number of chlamydia cases doubled to 60,000 over the four years to 2008, and people aged between …. Read the original article  : Sexually transmitted diseases among Aussie youngsters on the rise.

Essential protein for successful pregnancy isolated

WASHINGTON – Researchers have isolated and detailed the function of a unique protein, called Preimplantation Factor (PF) produced by healthy embryos, which ensures a successful pregnancy.

The research showed that PF modulates maternal immunity, promotes attachment of the early embryo, and influences remodelling of uterine cells.
“Preimplantation Factor appears to be essential for pregnancy …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Essential protein for successful pregnancy isolated.

To sleep at night, overcome stress during day

BERLIN – Dealing with mental stress during the daytime is one way to get a good night’s sleep as the body cannot switch itself into a relaxed mode at the push of a button, according to Professor Thomas Pollmaecher of the German Society of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy and Neurological Healing.

Workers should make sure they get enough … Original article on : To sleep at night, overcome stress during day.

More women falling prey to rheumatoid arthritis

WASHINGTON – More and more women are falling prey to rheumatoid arthritis (RA), currently afflicting between one and two million Americans, says a new study.

RA is a chronic inflammatory disease that targets joints and contributes to work-related disability, increased morbidity and shortened survival.
Mayo Clinic study authors are attributing the rise in RA, …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : More women falling prey to rheumatoid arthritis.

Drinking tea ‘cuts ovarian cancer risk’

WASHINGTON – Drinking tea can decrease the risk of ovarian cancer, according to a new study.

“Our results indicate that drinking more than four cups a day of black, green or herbal tea may reduce ovarian cancer risk by almost 30 percent,” said lead researcher Dr Christina Nagle … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Drinking tea ‘cuts ovarian cancer risk’.

Anti Tobacco Day Drive In Dubai

DUBAI, UAE (GaeaTimes.com)- World Anti Tobacco Day shall witness UAE (United Arab Emirates) joining hands with WHO (World Health Organization) as a part of the global initiative which aims to curb the sale and smoking of tobacco; especially cigarettes. As a result of this Anti Tobacco Day measure, all gas stations of Eppco, Emarat and … Read more : Anti Tobacco Day Drive In Dubai.

Tobacco kills 1.5 million women annually: UN

TEHRAN – Use of tobacco kills more than 1.5 million women in world every year, and the number could rise to 2.5 million in the next two decades, the UN has warned.

“Most deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Without concerted action, that number could rise to 2.5 million women by 2030,” UN Secretary-General Ban …. Source article  : Tobacco kills 1.5 million women annually: UN.

Brit men’s skin cancer death rates double in 30 years

LONDON – In the wake of a boom in package holidays industry, the deaths due to skin cancer among men have increased, as they do not always remember to take precautions when out in the sun while travelling, according to a new report.

In fact, in the last 30 years the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Breast cancer vaccine to be tested on humans next year

LONDON – Scientists in the U.S. have offered new hope to millions of women suffering from breast cancer – by developing a new vaccine that has the potential to cut the disease by 70 per cent.

The jab will be tested …. Source  : Breast cancer vaccine to be tested on humans next year.

From piano lessons to bomber plane flights, wish-granting groups reach out to nation’s elderly

For elderly, a different kind of ‘make a wish’

WATERBURY, Conn. – Josephine Mastroianni has played piano by ear since she was 7 but never had formal training until a charitable group learned of her wish and made it happen.
Now 86 and taking weekly piano lessons, the Waterbury woman is among a growing number of senior … Original article on : From piano lessons to bomber plane flights, wish-granting groups reach out to nation’s elderly.

Molecule that plays key role in acupuncture identified

WASHINGTON – A molecule has been found to play a key role in the effectiveness of acupuncture, says a new study.

Applying that knowledge, researchers were able to triple the beneficial effects of acupuncture by adding a medication approved to treat leukemia in people.
“Acupuncture has been a mainstay of medical treatment in certain parts … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Molecule that plays key role in acupuncture identified.

Separated Siamese twins draw crowds in their village

PATNA – Sita and Geeta, the conjoined twins who were separated after a 14-hour surgery in New Delhi last month, returned to their home in a Bihar village to a rousing welcome with hundreds of people streaming in even from neighbouring areas to see them.

Some villagers offered them sweets, some garlanded them while others … Original source on Gaea Times at : Separated Siamese twins draw crowds in their village.

Young Indian women falling victim to tobacco?

NEW DELHI – Did you know that 8.3 percent of Indian girls between 13-15 years of age consume some form of tobacco? The statistic acquires significance as World No Tobacco Day is observed Monday with an emphasis on the marketing of tobacco to women.

“Adolescent girls are a major target of opportunity for the tobacco industry, …. Original source  : Young Indian women falling victim to tobacco?.

Soldiers’ widows say relationship with military a mix of support and judgments as they move on

Soldier widows caught in military, civilian worlds

RAEFORD, N.C. – Joann Yost still feels the stares of the other military wives five years after her husband was killed in Iraq: It happens at ceremonies honoring fallen soldiers or when she’s grocery shopping with her son.
It is unsettling, but Yost understands. In this North Carolina community a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.