Monday, October 18, 2010

Health (General) – Newsletter for October 18, 2010

Monday, October 18, 2010


Internet surfing major cause of chronic back pain in middle-aged women

LONDON – Researchers have said that middle-aged women are suffering from chronic backache because of the Internet.

Women, aged 35 to 50, spend most time on social networking sites Facebook and Twitter, a Deep Heat pain relief poll found.

78 per cent – are in … Original article on : Internet surfing major cause of chronic back pain in middle-aged women.

Super skinny women on TV harmful for health: Studies

LONDON – A new research has suggested repetitive exposure to images of thin women alters brain function and increases our likeliness to develop eating disorders.

Scientists have identified sudden, unexpected changes in the brain function of healthy, body-confident women when they view certain female figures.

In a recent study at Brigham Young ???University in Utah, healthy … Original article on : Super skinny women on TV harmful for health: Studies.

Swine flu cases drop in India

NEW DELHI – The number of swine flu cases in India has seen a sharp drop in the past week – to almost half the previous count, the health ministry said here Monday.

A total of 98 cases were reported from all parts of the country during the week ended Oct 17 as against …. Source  : Swine flu cases drop in India.

Swine flu jab ‘may trigger rare nerve disease’

LONDON – Experts have indicated a possible link between the swine flu jab and an increased risk of developing a rare nerve disease.

The authorities are carrying out studies to examine a possible association between the vaccine and Guillain-Barre Syndrome, a condition that attacks the nervous …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Genetic test could predict menopause in women

LONDON – A genetic test will help predict how long women in their 20s can delay having children.

Researchers have found a group of genes that are linked to the timing of menopause and the age when they will stop being fertile. The test to cost around 50 pounds will be available within a … Read : Genetic test could predict menopause in women.

British fertility device as effective as IVF

LONDON – A British fertility device is as effective as the more expensive in vitro fertilisation (IVF) for couples struggling to conceive as it measures the tiny changes in body temperature that indicate when ovulation occurs.

The DuoFertility system is pioneered by former students at the Cambridge University.
The scientists claim the 495 pounds device [..] Read the original article: here.

Swine flu jab linked to rare nerve disease

LONDON – There may be a possible link between the swine flu jab and an increased risk of developing a rare nerve disease, admit health watchdogs.

Experts are carrying out studies to examine a possible link between the vaccine and Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), which attacks the nervous system and can cause paralysis and even … Read more : Swine flu jab linked to rare nerve disease.

10 tips for breast cancer patients undergoing treatment

WASHINGTON – Undergoing breast cancer treatment? Well, here are some things to keep in mind.

October being the Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Julie Gralow of Breast Medical Oncology at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance and co-author of ‘Breast Fitness’ (St. Martin’s Press) has offered “10 Tips for Breast Cancer Patients During Treatment”.

1. Get specifics on your diagnosis …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : 10 tips for breast cancer patients undergoing treatment.

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