DNA vaccine against multiple sclerosis appears safe, potentially beneficial
...duced by cells that trigger inflammation, also may play a role. Amit Bar-Or, M.D., of the Montreal Neurological Institute and colleagues tested a DNA vaccine, BHT-3009, that encodes a full-length human myelin basic protein. Between 2004 and 2006, the researchers administered the vaccine to 30 patients w...Regulator of lipid metabolism ensures high quality breast milk
...ould help explain the role lipids and inflammation play in hair loss and other skin disorders and facilitate the development of new treatments for these diseases. PPAR acts as a genetic switch, sensitizing the body to insulin and lowering levels of circulating glucose. In fact PPAR drugs, including Acto...Grandparents, older adults encouraged to seek help for a sleep disorder
...ers of our families and communities. Grandparents play important roles in life, including that of guardia...urologic and psychologic disturbances can likewise play havoc with our sleep. In fact, most all medical problems can disturb our sleep, and the older adult...Investigators uncover intriguing clues to why persistent acid reflux sometimes turns into cancer
...agues demonstrate that bone-marrow cells come into play to regenerate the esophageal lining in rats that have heavy reflux. So the first paper shows that the telomeres are short, suggesting that the normal squamous cells might not be able to divide anymore, so they die out, Dr. Spechler said. The second...New cause of tamoxifen resistance in breast cancer cells discovered at Lombardi
...s was the first evidence that the XBP1 protein may play a role in breast cancer pathways. Through molecular profiling of the downstream effects of the spliced XBP1, Dr. Clarke and his colleagues discovered that expression of several anti-apoptotic genes responsible for programmed cell death including ...Bioengineering to prevent iron deficiency?
... where the authors believe genetic engineering can play a key role eg. The iron content in rice can be increased two- to three-fold by introduction of the ferritin gene from the soy bean. Another problem the reduction of bioavailable iron due to high phytate content could also be solved by introducing ...Hormone regulates fondness for food
...and the rewarding or appetising properties of food play a major role and can lead to overeating when they over-ride the biological cues that govern hunger and fullness. Understanding eating behaviour therefore means that we must take into account physiological and hormonal pathways and also the brain p...Stress may leave your mouth a mess
...esearchers speculate that the hormone cortisol may play a role in the possible connection between stress and periodontal diseases. A study in the July issue of the JOP found that increased levels of cortisol can lead to increased destruction of the gums and jaw bone due to periodontal diseases. It is we...Parents' depression can weigh on children
...support an overweight child needs or help organize play dates and exercise activities, Janicke said. Looking at how parents are doing themselves, how they are doing socially and emotionally and how they are coping with the stresses in their lives, is really important too, Janicke said. Its important for...Study suggests nonpharmaceutical interventions may be helpful in severe influenza outbreaks
...ggesting that non-pharmaceutical interventions may play a role in planning for future influenza pandemics,... suggests that nonpharmaceutical interventions can play a critical role in mitigating the consequences of future severe influenza pandemics and should be co...Backache sufferers who fear pain change movements
...them to weaken. When those muscles are called into play unexpectedly -- such as lurching forward to grab a bag of falling groceries -- more injury can occur, said Thomas, an associate professor of physical therapy whose study is funded by a four-year, $1.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Hea...ACC/AHA release revised UA/NSTEMI guidelines
... recommended. Because platelets are thought to play a key role in recurrent heart attack, the anti-platelet therapy clopidogrel is now recommended for at least one year after placement of a drug-eluting stent and shorter term for bare metal stent and with medical therapy. In addition we are emphasizin...New research finds high prevalence of smoking among physicians in China
...rcent among the general population. Physicians can play a key role in encouraging smokers to quit, yet up to now, little has been known about Chinese physicians attitudes and practices regarding smoking. In this first-of-its kind-study, researchers found that 23 percent of 3,552 hospital-based physicians ...Fat is the new normal, FSU researcher says
...rs, according to Heiland. Biological forces also play a role in the rise of obesity. An additional pound of body weight is more likely to be fat, which does not metabolize calories nearly as well as muscle tissue, Heiland explained. Therefore, any increase in calorie consumption -- say, one more cookie ...National quality agenda, payment reform, care integration keys to improving quality, patient safety
...on leaders said that the federal government should play a leading role in helping finance health information technology. Fifty-eight percent said that insurers/payers should step in. As expected, health information technology was identified as a promising vehicle for improving quality and efficiency, sa...Nottingham center to help UK to meet its carbon targets
...logy, has won 1.1m for a new centre that is set to play a crucial role in the fight against climate change...n dioxide (CO2) emissions, and thus help the UK to play its part in global efforts to tackle climate change. CO2 is the main culprit in global warming an...Landmark study finds adult Delawareans with disabilities in only 'fair' to 'poor' health
...garding an improved quality of life." Caregivers play a critical role in the lives of Delawareans with disabilities. Nearly two-thirds of the respondents indicated they need help with routine tasks such as household chores and shopping, and about a third require assistance with eating, bathing and dress...Obese girls less likely to attend college
...ber of mental health and behavioral issues seem to play a significant role in keeping obese girls from enrolling in college. The study found obese girls were more likely to consider committing suicide, use alcohol and marijuana and have negative self-images. The disconnect between obesity and college ...Should adult male circumcision be recommended for HIV prevention in the US?
...le adult male circumcision may also have a role to play in preventing HIV transmission in the US, say scientists at the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in a paper in PLoS Medicine, "the extent of this role on a population basis is unknown." Patrick Sullivan (Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention,CDC) and......nd said. Many boomers dont just want to retire and play golf. They want to be engaged in their community and to actively manage their legal and financial affairs. Alive and Kicking is a departure from most legal prose, which is rarely fun to read, as its accessible to the layperson with no legal backgroun...