A patient's view on clinical trials
...hould only be signed if three conditions are met," advised Sylvia Achin, member of a team responsible for reviewing clinical protocols for the French League Against Cancer. "First, the objectives and effects of the treatment have to be thoroughly explained. The time period involved needs to be defined, and...Predicting who is most likely to quit smoking
...r themselves," said Dr Olver. A control group was advised to stop using the standard anti-smoking information available. "The results did not show a dramatic improvement in success in quitting smoking," said Dr Olver. The strategy that enables the counsellor to get to know the patient and why they smoke is...CDC designates new Kentucky biodefense center
...McKinney, William Smock and James Snyder, all have advised the federal government on bioterrorism issues over the past year. The center is receiving $1.5 million in funding through a federal appropriation to the CDC secured earlier this year with assistance from U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), university ...Hospitals that don't follow heart attack care guidelines have significantly higher death rates
...e 68 percent of patients in leading hospitals were advised to stop smoking. The researchers also found variation in the numbers of patients prescribed lipid-lowering drugs, such as statins. At lagging hospitals, 58 percent of patients were discharged with these prescriptions, compared to 78 percent at the le...Death rates lower in hospitals that follow heart attack guidelines
..., 65 percent of patients in leading hospitals were advised to stop smoking. Peterson says this study demonstrates the importance of programs such as the National Registry of Myocardial Infarction, which routinely gives care practice information to healthcare providers. The gap between guidelines recommendat...New buzz on coffee: It's not the caffeine that raises blood pressure
...seen is whether people with hypertension should be advised to avoid decaffeinated coffee as well, Corti says. The American Heart Association says studies investigating a direct link between caffeine, coffee drinking and coronary heart disease have produced conflicting results. However, moderate coffee drin...Alcohol consumption increases HIV disease progression of patients receiving antiretroviral therapy
...said that heavy alcohol consumption is clearly ill advised for HIV-infected individuals on antiretroviral therapy. "The data isn't strong enough to make recommendations, particularly about moderate alcohol use," said Samet, "but obviously we have concerns. These individuals need to be cautious. Furthermor...'Annals' study shows that spinal manipulation is safe alternative to drugs, says ACA
...r before. For years, doctors of chiropractic have advised their patients on prevention of back pain through exercise, proper ergonomics and other active solutions. According to Dr. Wills, however, the study is not without limitations. A problem with this study is its very narrow evaluation of the available...Single session can improve women's feelings about their bodies, study finds
...e young women's body image," she said. Matusek was advised by Sally Wendt, a visiting assistant professor of psychology and education. The sessions were led by health educators Karen Jacobus of Mount Holyoke and Denise McGoldrick of Amherst College. "The workshop protocols were modified versions of those use...High cost of life-saving childrens vaccine may be keeping some doctors from giving it
...-author Gary Freed, M.D., MPH. The IOM report also advised Congress to require private insurance plans cover all CDC-recommended childhood vaccines, with a subsidy from the federal government. For now, though, Davis recommends that parents with private insurance who have children who meet CDC recommendations...Emory's Jeffrey Koplan joins Hong Kong SARS expert committee in report to government
...l present itself inthe future and we would be well advised to make the changes in oursurveillance and healthcare systems that will allow us to deal withdiseases effectively. The Hong Kong government is to be commendedfor addressing these issues head on." Dr. Koplan regularly serves as a consultant to the Wo...For those who take painkillers regularly, a heartburn pill a day may keep ulcers away
...y, and Scheiman is a paid member of the panel that advised the company on the study, as well as presenter of the ACG presentation. The study results show that ulcers and other effects can be prevented by countering the acid that increases the injury to the gastrointestinal tract that can be caused by use of ...Enormous X-ray solar flare seen by SOHO
...ed components. During these storms, astronauts are advised to reduce exposure, particularly during spacewalks. Our atmosphere protects people on the Earth, but passengers and crews on commercial jets at high latitudes could receive exposure equivalent to a normal medical chest X-ray. The CME associated wi...Aspirin withdrawal may pose risk to coronary patients
...nts preparing for dental work or surgery are often advised to stop taking aspirin in order to avoid increased bleeding," said Dr. Ferrari. "Our study serves as a reminder for all medical professionals who treat coronary patients that aspirin withdrawal should not be advised, and that alternative recommendat...Outpatient pediatric visits good opportunity to help parents quit smoking
...out their cars. A third of smokers reported being advised about the health risks of second-hand smoke or the...selves, and only 40 percent said the physician had advised them to stop smoking. "We found there is a tremendous opportunity for both pediatricians and family...Self-management program helps patients with acute low back pain
...roup did not receive these interventions, and were advised by their physicians. Based on the physician's judgment they could get referrals to occupational or physical therapy, or other interventions such as medication or back exercise sheets. Interviewers assessed back pain, health status, self-efficacy, an...3-D virtual colonoscopy is more sensitive than conventional procedure
...Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) advised that colon screening with any test is recommended for anyone over the age of 50. According to Dr. Choi, as a result of this study, Walter Reed is now offering virtual colonoscopy as an alternative to conventional colonoscopy screening....2nd opinion from major center leads to better breast cancer detection, treatment changes
...30 percent of the entire group. The U-M physicians advised additional or different biopsy procedures, additional follow-up imaging, and changes to treatment including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. "Our imaging findings had varying levels of effect on the patient's care," says Guest, a lecture...Pharmacists play role in cholesterol control
...ts' cholesterol levels were measured and they were advised about proper use and side effects of cholesterol medication, lifestyle choices, and the management of other risk factors, such as smoking, hypertension, and diabetes. In addition, this information was shared with each patient's family physician, and ......tients should be checked for these conditions, and advised to manage hypertension with anti-hypertensive medication, to cease use of alcohol and tobacco, and to avoid unnecessary or excessive use of antibiotics and antihistamines." "Further," Dr. Koh said, "psychological stress, which could not be assessed i...