Insomnia, falls in elderly linked
... study by itself isn't enough to eliminate current concerns about hypnotics and falls, but many previous studies that raised these concerns did not look to see whether insomnia, rather than the drugs themselves, might be the problem," says ...Few women at risk for breast cancer willing to use drug to prevent the disease
...urnal of the American Cancer Society, reports that concerns over the drug's adverse effects were the primary reason for refusal. Tamoxifen, a synthetic estrogen receptor modulator, is an effective breast cancer adjuvant therapy and is also recognized as a breast cancer prevention drug for women. It also has ...Chemical present in clear plastics can impair learning and cause disease
...e researchers and colleagues. "These data heighten concerns about the potential longterm consequences of human BPA exposure," said Neil J. MacLusky of Helen Hayes Hospital, who conducted the study with Csaba Leranth, M.D., professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences and in th...Combination vaccine produces lower immune response than vaccines administered separately
...e 18 months and to decrease parental and clinician concerns about the number of vaccinations in early childhood. Jim P. Buttery, F.R.A.C.P., formerly of the University of Oxford, Churchill Hospital, Headington, Oxford, U.K., and colleagues conducted a study to determine the immunogenicity and safety of a com...... is also one of the first data sets to address the concerns of female partners. Both members of the couples studied were asked to report on a variety of subjective factors. Significant overlap in IELT was observed between the groups who suffered from PE and those without. Thus, the study data suggest IELT m...Easing the anxiety of pregnancy after miscarriage
...se generalized measures don't address the specific concerns of women in pregnancy. Having other living chil...questions that would invite them to talk about any concerns they may be harboring, she noted. "Key questions to be asked would be: 'Are you anxious or worried a...Kidney donation program may provide more matches for previously incompatible recipients and donors
...rcent vs. 2.3 percent). Furthermore, to alleviate concerns that a national KPD program would require extensive travel to accommodate matches, the study shows how optimization would dramatically reduce the number of pairs required to travel (2.9 percent vs. 18.4 percent). "Even if only 7 percent of patients a...Heart failure drug associated with higher risk of death
...as not initiated any trial that will address these concerns about the link between nesiritide therapy and the risk of worsening kidney failure or higher risk of death reported in this analysis." The new finding was made using data from three carefully designed clinical trials involving 862 heart failure patie...How can we use a human rights approach to help improve the lives of those with mental disabilities?
...nities and societies, and these rights trump other concerns such as general attitudes toward risk containment in society." They argue that "the starting point of developing a human-rights based policy on mental health is that mentally ill individuals are full human beings who are entitled to rights. Although...Lower vaccination rates put children at risk
... Dr. Vohra said, that physicians ask parents about concerns they may have with vaccinations for children, in order to deal with misconceptions. The study showed that 27 per cent of parents whose children had been vaccinated blamed that for adverse events with their children. In one case, a parent blamed the m...Patients with pituitary gland tumors are often misdiagnosed
...Most patients contemplating surgery have fears and concerns about the surgery, but with our patients, we see a heightened level of anxiety about the potential loss of vision because the pituitary gland is so close to the optic nerve," Kostas said. "Frequently, we talk to many patients who are also fearful tha...Nation's leading researchers, scientists reveal findings at occupational therapy conference
...ted capacity, but must also consider public health concerns associated with aging drivers. OT practitioners work with older individuals to assess their driving capabilities and define safe limits before adverse events occur. Presenters will focus on ways to keep drivers safer and on the road longer. Musician...HIV treatment not affected by hormonal birth control
... public health perspective, our findings alleviate concerns regarding suspected negative effects of hormonal contraceptive use on the response to HAART. However, sexually active HIV-infected women who wish to use hormonal contraceptives to prevent pregnancy should also continue using condoms to fight the spre...Parents who don't vaccinate their children may believe vaccines cause harm
...s of exemptions are increasing in many states; the concerns of parents with exemptions may also apply to paren...be made to educate the public. Many of the vaccine concerns identified among parents can be addressed through discussions with health care professionals and pub...New GP contract may not improve treatment for heart failure patients
...et for echocardiography. Doctors spoke of concerns over the level of support provided by secondary care, particularly in relation to diagnostic resources and limited access to specialist advice, but those who had access to a community heart failure nurse - around 44% - valued them highly. The ...Morphine for chest pain increases death risk
...urnal. "The results of this analysis raise serious concerns about the safety of the routine use of morphine in this group of heart patients," said Duke cardiologist Trip Meine, M.D., the study's lead author. "Since randomized clinical trials evaluating the safety or effectiveness of morphine for these patient...Decline in major heart disease offset by rise in diagnosed angina among British men
...e, say the authors. Nevertheless, the trend raises concerns for health service resources for angina and suspected angina. The results also highlight the need for continued emphasis on the prevention of coronary heart disease, they conclude....Study backs effectiveness of thrombolysis after stroke
... ischemic stroke has remained controversial due to concerns over whether it can be broadly and safely applied in real practice given its dependence on time, technology and infrastructure. The Canadian Alteplase for Stroke Effectiveness Study (CASES), a national prospective cohort study, was conducted to deter...Green laser pointer can cause eye damage
... people should be aware of," he says. "I'm raising concerns that people should be cautious when using green laser pointers not to point them at someone's eye or face. It's like how you use your knife -- carefully." While pointing out risks of green laser pointers, he adds, "This is a potential hazard to peop...Fragile US vaccine system needs improvement despite dramatic gains in health over past century
... vaccine in 1998 as well as unfounded and unproven concerns about other vaccines threaten to lead to decreased vaccine coverage and outbreaks of vaccine-preventable infectious diseases. Adult immunizations, while effective, have not been as effective as childhood vaccines. However, even the most effective o...