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Apr 15, 2008 -
I don't get a ton of time to check out Podcasts as much as I'd like to, but when I do I usually go to straight to the PetLifeRadio section on iTunes first. PetLifeRadio is like a one-stop shop for all the pet info that you can handle, including a ton of fun and informative videos, pet fashion tips, as well as health information from certified veterinarian Dr. Bernadine D.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prevention
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Medications
- Stages
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Alzheimer’s Disease Toll Increasing
More than 5 million Americans now have Alzheimer’s disease, and the number could increase to 16 million by mid-century, according to a 2007 report from the Alzheimer’s Association.
New Drug Indication
In 2006, the FDA expanded the use of donepezil (Aricept) to include treatment of people with severe dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Donepezil was previously approved only for people with mild-to-moderate dementia.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Risk Factors
- Lifestyle Changes
- Diagnostic Tests
- Staging Systems
- Surgical Procedures
- Radiation Treatments
- Treatment Options by Stages...
- Chemotherapy Treatments
- Investigative Agents
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Research News:
- About 3,000 nonsmokers die each year of lung cancer resulting from exposure to secondhand smoke, according to a 2006 Surgeon General report.
- Advexin, a genetic therapy that contains the p53 tumor-suppressor gene, is showing promise. A 2006 study in Japan found that out of 13 patients with advanced NSCLC receiving Advexin, 10 had stabilized. Advexin is in Phase II clinical trials for NSCLC.
- Studies are finding that NSCLC tumors in people who never smoked have a much higher rate of epithelial growth-factor receptor (EGFR) mutations.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Outlook and Effects
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Treatment After The First S...
- Medications
- Surgery
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Drug Approval
In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved levetiracetam (Keppra) for treatment of primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures in adults, and children ages 6 years and older, who have idiopathic generalized epilepsy. Levetiracetam was previously approved for partial-onset seizures and myoclonic seizures.
Carbamazepine and Genetic Testing
In 2007, the FDA recommended that patients of Asian ancestry get a genetic test prior to taking carbamazepine (Tegetrol, Equetro, Carbatrol).
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Risk Factors
- Prevention and Lifestyle Fa...
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Prognosis
- Treatment
- Surgery
- Radiation
- Medications
- Chemotherapy
- Hormone Therapy
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Drug Approvals
- In September 2007, Evista (raloxifene) was approved for prevention of breast cancer in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, and postmenopausal women at high risk for invasive breast cancer. Raloxifene and tamoxifen are the only two drugs approved for breast cancer prevention in high-risk women.
- In March 2007, lapatinib (Tykerb) was approved in combination with capecitabine (Xeloda) for treatment of advanced HER2-positive breast cancer.
- In November 2006, trastuzumab (Herceptin) was approved for treatment of early-stage HER2-positive breast cancer. Trastuzumab is also approved for advanced HER2-positive breast cancer.
Screening
- The American College of Physicians’ 2007 guidelines recommend that women with a low risk for breast cancer talk to their doctor before starting to have mammogram screening at age 40.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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Bicycle helmet - proper usage
Child safety
Home safety
Fire safe home
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Alternative Names
Car seats; Fire safety; Bicycle safety; Water safety
Information
Accidents are the most common cause of death in children 14 years old and younger. In fact, accidents cause more childhood deaths than diseases, drugs, or violence. Fortunately, many accidents -- for both children and adults -- can be avoided if simple safety measures are taken.
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Jun 03, 2008 -
- Geek warms up to a waterproof camera and a tech-friendly neck pillow
- lilsugar is ready for fun treepees and butterfly bungalows
- Fab falls for Summer's hot trends, from slingbacks to sunglasses
- Dear jets into June with Summer concerts and a mud bath
- Buzz eyes Weeds and reads new David Sedaris
- Yum suggests resting a cherry pitter and popsicle molds on a Summer tablecloth
- Bella is celebrating with a flat iron and a fresh-face kit
- Fit for June: aqua fitness barbells and sporty sunscreen
- Casa craves flowered picnicware and greener homes
- A life vest for dogs and leash/light/radio combo put some spring in your pet's step
- Some little girls question the fairytale ending
- Retro TV wedding moment: Uncle Jesse Sings "Forever" to Rebecca on Full House
- Stephen Colbert presents Princeton grads with the Understandable Vanity Award
- Good news! Surfing the web at work is good for you
- JennaV wants to know NYC or LA?
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May 06, 2008 -
As expected, Pete Doherty walked free from Wormwood Scrubs Prison at around 7.10am this morning, having served just 29 days of his 14-week sentence.
Wearing a suit and tie, Pete told the media he was looking forward to a rum and coke and seeing his pet cats.
Whilst there have been rumours Pete was using drugs during his sentence, he showed the press a certificate that confirmed he passed a drugs test during his time inside.
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