Fine-tuning the search for biochemical characteristics of alcoholics
...olism, individuals who would benefit from targeted prevention and intervention strategies. Second, the study found that recent alcohol consumption (within two to four days) was a confounding variable that can alter the measured levels of AC activity. "Some other studies have not always carefully measured the l...Can heavy alcohol use lead to some kinds of cancer?
...gs about microbially produced acetaldehyde for the prevention of some types of cancers."...Physical activity, not diet, most influences preschoolers' weight
...e in the Western world, efforts have turned toward prevention strategies. In work published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition Atkin and Davies studied a cohort of 77 preschool children ages 1.5-4.5 years, evaluating their daily diets and overall body composition. Subjects for the study were recruite...Improving preventative care for coronary bypass patients
Ten year audit of secondary prevention in coronary bypass patients Treatment of risk factors in patients who have had coronary bypass surgery has improved considerably over the past decade, although cholesterol levels remain high in many patients, according to research in this week's B......itful line of research towardsa possibly effective prevention or treatment strategy in a subset of autisticchildren." Sandler suggested that "the next step, besides repeating clinicalstudies, is to go to the lab and try and find out why these effects may havebeen observed." The initial hypothesis was the resul...Racial differences in body composition require modified skinfold-thickness
...s to investigate potential causes, treatments, and prevention strategies. Excess fat is created by overeating and lack of exercise; however, many factors may predispose certain individuals to obesity. We need to focus not only on weight loss strategies but also on the ethnic, socioeconomic, geographic, and othe...... on early-onset form of neural disease may lead to prevention methods A key protein involved in the regulation of calcium in brain cells may influence the development of therapies and preventive methods for early-onset familial Alzheimer's disease, an inherited form of this neurological disorder that affect...Isoflavone-rich soy products may prevent bone loss in women
... and possible bone fracture in later life. Current prevention includes hormone replacement therapy (HRT), but some women elect not to take this because of possible undesirable side effects. In a study by Alekel et al. published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, consumption of soy protein powder wit...Book examines all aspects of nutrition for dogs and cats
...s, effects, development, diagnosis, management and prevention of the disorder. "The book reviews current research and gives balanced discussions of controversial issues of dietary management," Case said. "It can complement general animal nutrition textbooks by providing current and comprehensive information ab...... effectively block the bronchial constriction. But prevention still remains the best answer, and the lung experts warned especially against undertaking endurance training and competition while subject to respiratory infections....Symposium on genetics in public health
...ay to measure the risk of illness and will lead to prevention medicine. Francis Collins, director of the National Human Genome Research Institute, will discuss these and other issues. --Other topics include: Genetics and the Media; Gene Therapy on Trial; Genetic Counseling: Myths ad Realities; Genetics Law a...Tiny microchips have big promise in fighting serious diseases
... that can target specific types of cancer. "Cancer prevention via vaccination is a huge frontier," he said. Other than developing the appropriate vaccines, obstacles to overcome also include determining the right dose of the vaccine, where in the body to deliver it and the duration of delivery. "Drug delivery d...Increased consumption of whole grain foods associated with decreased risk of stroke
...n be changed through dietary modification, primary prevention holds much promise. Concerning the type of grain consumed, the researchers write: "Survey data indicate that most of the grains consumed in the United States are processed and refined, with the average consumption of whole grain products at approxi...Researchers discover major diabetes susceptibility gene
...hose at increased risk can be identified early and prevention measures, such as appropriate diet and exercise, instituted."...Dietary patterns predict heart attack risk in middle-aged men
... in the prudent pattern as a sound regimen for the prevention of CVD. The authors maintain that an approach toward disease prevention which looks at overall dietary patterns rather than specific nutrients more closely parallels the si...Vaccine controls AIDS in monkeys, researchers report in Science
...long-term follow-up study to determine whether the prevention of AIDS in these monkeys will be short-lived or lifelong. The scientists hope that the successful clinical outcome of this study will pave the way for a similar type of vaccine strategy to be developed for humans and HIV-1. In a related Perspective ...Work with cancer-related proteins garners National Foundation for Cancer Research grant
...together to offer the most promising treatment and prevention strategies, built on a strong foundation of basic research. For more information, visit http://www.vicc.org ....Lawrence Livermore Lab, UC Davis Cancer Center ink alliance to develop integrated cancer program
...vis Health System to bring about better methods of prevention and treatment for cancer patients," added Jim Felton, leader of the Molecular and Structural Biology Division at Lawrence Livermore. "We are very excited about the potential of this collaboration." Scientists from the laboratory's Biology and Biotec...Procter & Gamble donates proprietary "super aspirin" technology to Vanderbilt University
...logy being given today also shows potential in the prevention and treatment of cancer and Alzheimer's disease - ... the potential of COX-2 inhibitors for both cancer prevention and cancer treatment," said Dr. Mace L. Rothenberg, Ingram Professor of Cancer Research, associate p......that identify culturally appropriate strategies of prevention and treatment of high blood pressure in Korean Americans are warranted....