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...ground, we can predict which proteins are likelyto benefit the most from microgravity crystallization." Proteins are complex chemicals that regulate virtually every function in a body,such as a virus's attack and the body's response. These functions are a result not just of a chemical formula, but of struct...Yale Medical School to begin clinical trial for glaucoma medication
... anti-viral agent. It later was found to have some benefit for certainneurological disorders, such as Parkinson's Disease, as well as for some typesof dementia. Dr. Shields said the study would be conducted at many sites around the country.A New Haven opthamologist, Dr. David Silverstone, also is participati......to the site of major viral replication. A further benefit of the high concentrations achieved in the respiratory tractis that the possibility of development of resistance to the drug is reduced.Other influenza anti-virals have been of limited clinical use because the viruscan often develop resistance to the...Review identifies factors leading to better outcome for some metastatic breast cancer patients
...elect which metastatic breast cancer patientsmight benefit most from aggressive therapy and suggest restructuring follow-uptreatment for patients at high risk for recurrence or new spread of disease,according to the authors. "Right now high-risk patients are followed with a symptom-based approach--ifthere's ...Laser heart treatment shown to be safe and effective at lowering pain associated with heart disease
...patients on medications. "In patients who cannot benefit from bypass surgery or angioplasty, TMR safelyand effectively improved their heart's ability to pump blood over a 12-monthperiod," said March. "Moreover, the improved blood flow demonstrated by thisindex study will drive use of TMR in conjunction wi...Indiana University Cancer Center receives National Cancer Institute designation
...pid translation of research discoveries todirectly benefit people with cancer. "Indiana University Cancer Center's recognition as an NCI cancer centeris a major accomplishment that will have many important benefits for those whoare served by IU," said Brian W. Kimes, Ph.D., director of the Office ofC......d 100,000 to200,000 patients in the U.S. who could benefit from its effects. Retired dentist Edwin Frischling of West Covina knows first hand the relief TMRcan provide. A nearly life-long diabetic, Dr. Frischling, 74, had suffered amild heart attack in 1990 and subsequently underwent a five-way bypass and tw...For early detection of Alzheimer's, loved ones know best
...le who are diagnosed early will be ina position to benefit as these treatments come down the pipeline. By utilizinginformation from someone who knows a patient well, we can diagnose Alzheimer'sdisease at an earlier stage than is common now."...Annals of Internal Medicine tip sheet - October 5, 1999
...e with resistant autoimmune disease may ultimately benefit from thisapproach. * * * The Diagnosis of Suffering Physicians may be diagnosing illness but may fail to diagnose the suffering,says a noted ethicist (Perspective, p. 531). The alleviation of suffering iscrucial in all of medicine, especiall...National Cancer Institute awards UNC-CH $5 million for unique prostate cancer studies
...should provide solid clues to the illness thatwill benefit both races, the scientists say. "Prostate cancer requires male hormones known as androgens both todevelop and to grow, and the same is true for benign prostate tissue," said Dr.James L. Mohler, associate professor of surgery. "One big differe...Depression, anxiety and stress can hinder diabetic's ability to control blood sugar
..., they found evidence that relaxation training did benefit somepatients--those not suffering from depression ... said McGrady. "These participants did not derive benefit from atreatment where no specific psychotherapy or pharmacological therapy for theemotional symptoms...Researchers discover potential new approach to treating cystic fibrosis
... "Although a number of steps remain before the benefit of DHA to patientsis known, this exciting research represents an entirely new strategy to correctand possibly even prevent some of the ravages of this disease," said Robert J.Beall PhD, president and chief executive officer of the Cystic FibrosisFoun...Elderly less likely than other adults to have economic problems
... money. "Also, retired people have the benefit of theirown knowledge -- they have learned from their own mistakes and those of others and they know how to livefrugally," he said. Another important...UF researchers show magnetic stimulation may be a safe alternative to shock therapy
...fneurologic or psychiatric problems. It also could benefit severely depressedpatients earlier in the course of their illness. "Traditionally, shock therapy is reserved for patients who are suicidal or whohave failed multiple medication treatments, so they may go through years offailed treatment before receiv...MRI breakthroughs could lead to new tests for heart disease
...ndley. "With furtherdevelopment, many patients may benefit from this approach to assessing coronaryblockages."...Photodynamic therapy reduces risk of vision loss in some macular degeneration patients
"I generally tell my patients who will benefit from this treatment that aboutone-third of themwill still lose vision, but without it, two-thirds will lose vision. Put thatway, most want it." --Neil M. Bressler, M.D. A combined treatment of a light-sensitive medication and a laser lightb...Duke team seeks novel vaccine strategy for HIV
...atory tract, GI tract or reproductive organs. "One benefit of a nasally introduced vaccine is that it is non-invasive, sopresumably it would be more feasible to use on a widespread basis throughout theworld, especially in the more under-developed areas," Staats said. The task ahead -- and it is a daunting on...Study reveals many dental patients don't realize they have major medical conditions
... care. "Our patientswho exhibit risk factors could benefit from physician referrals," said Thompson. Free brochures titled Diabetes & Gum Disease and Ask Your Periodontist AboutPeriodontal Disease & Heart Disease are available by calling 1-800-FLOSS-EM ore-mailing amyd@perio.org . The AAP's Web site ( http:...New therapy raises good cholesterol results in regression of heart disease in mice
...seasehave low levels of HDL cholesterol, and could benefit from treatments designedto raise those levels. Thi...esterol, which could offer patients an evengreater benefit in preventing future heart attacks and strokes," says Rader. In an accompanying editorial, Hayes M. ......without these side effects, although the amount of benefit has varied in previous clinical trials. Soybeans, chickpeas, lentils, clovers and certain other plants have high concentrations of a specific type of phytoestrogen called isoflavones. The soy-based phytoestrogen being tested is already on the market ...