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Insidermedicine is a daily health and medical video news service created by a leading physicians. Our content library contains videos in many languages including English, Chinese, Spanish, on over 100 different diseases. Joining the likes of the Associated Press and Reuters, Insidermedicine's newstories are featured ...
Insidermedicine is a daily health and medical video news service created by a leading physicians. Our content library contains videos in many languages including English, Chinese, Spanish, on over 100 different diseases. Joining the likes of the Associated Press and Reuters, Insidermedicine's newstories are featured by Google News and The News Room. April 25, 2007 Patients with HIV who are treated with protease inhibitors have an increased risk of heart attack, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Combination antiretroviral therapy has had a dramatic effect in reducing illness and death associated with the HIV virus, however an earlier study showed that the risk of heart attacks increased by 17% with every year a patient spent on antiretroviral. It isn’t known, though, whether all antiretroviral drugs carry this risk. The assessment of the role of any specific drug is difficult because patients with HIV usually receive a combination of drugs, and often switch regimens because of the availability of newer substances, adverse events, or drug regimen failure. Previous studies have shown a relationship between the use of protease inhibitors, a class of antiretroviral drug, and cardiovascular disease, but there is little information on the risks associated with another class of antiretroviral therapy called nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. In this study, more than 23,000 patients infected with the HIV virus were assessed to determine the incidence of heart attack and the association between heart attack and exposure to protease inhibitors or nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. Confirming the earlier results, the researchers found the risk of having a heart attack increased by 16% per year of exposure to protease inhibitors alone, which is equal to twice the risk over five years. Not such effect was observed with nonnucleoside reverse-transcriptase inhibitors. It is thought that protease inhibitors raise the level of blood lipid, thereby increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attack. Patients treated with protease inhibitors should have their cholesterol and blood pressure levels monitored, and take steps to reduce their lifestyle-related risk factors. This includes maintaining a healthy weight, eating a low-fat diet rich in fruits in vegetables, and getting regular exercise. Reporting for Insidermedicine, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Improper Use of Walking Aids Leads to Injury, Anti-Smoking Drugs to Carry Warnings, Electrical Stimulation May Treat Obesity and Diabetes
(July 2, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Atlanta - According to ...
(July 2, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Atlanta - According to research in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, improper use of canes and walkers can lead to injury. Researchers analyzed data from 66 hospital emergency departments and found that canes and walkers were associated with over 47,000 serious injuries each year. It is important for older adults who require a walking aid to be trained in its proper use. From Washington - The FDA has stated that some popular anti-smoking drugs will have to carry warnings. The drugs, which include Chantix and Zyban, will carry new warnings about the risk of serious neuropsychiatric symptoms. The FDA's decision comes after reports of behavioral changes, depressed mood, hostility and suicidal thoughts were found to be associated with the use of these drugs. And finally, from Vienna - According to research presented to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, electrical stimulation may help treat obesity and diabetes. In a study of 34 patients, researchers found that overweight patients with type 2 diabetes experienced significant short-term improvement in glycemic control after they were implanted with electronic nerve stimulators. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: Angina Frequency Linked to Depression and Anxiety, Close Monitoring Benefits Early and Late Stage Colon Cancer, White-Coat Hypertension May Persist Over Time
(June 30, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Seattle - According to ...
(June 30, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Seattle - According to research in the journal Circulation, angina frequency is linked to depression and anxiety. In a study of nearly 800 patients, researchers found that those with coronary artery disease who also had moderate anxiety were 4 times more likely to have angina. Meanwhile, those with clinical depression were 3 times more likely to have frequent angina. From Rochester - According to research in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, close surveillance is beneficial for early- and late-stage colon cancer. In a study of nearly 800 patients, researchers found that frequent postoperative testing improved survival, regardless of whether colon cancer was early or late stage. Those who had a recurrence and underwent a second surgery had a median survival of 51.2 months, compared to 8.8 months among those who did not have a second surgery. And finally, from Italy - According to research in the journal Hypertension, "white-coat" hypertension may persist over time. In a meta-analysis of 11 studies, researchers found that sustained hypertension risk over 10 years was 2 to 3 times higher in patients with white-coat hypertension, which is the name given to high blood pressure seen only at the doctor's office. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Harms of Alcohol Outweigh Benefits, High-Fat Diet Linked to Pancreatic Cancer, Old Age Does Not Increase Bariatric Surgery Risks
(June 29, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Toronto - According to ...
(June 29, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Toronto - According to research in The Lancet, the harms of alcohol outweigh the benefits. By analyzing dozens of studies on the link between alcohol and early death and disability, researchers concluded that nearly 4% of global mortality can be attributed to drinking. While light to moderate drinking can be beneficial for cardiovascular disease, the researchers note that this benefit is restricted to older people. From Washington - According to research in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, a high-fat diet may be linked to pancreatic cancer. In a study of over 500,000 people, researchers found that those who consumed large amounts of saturated fat were 36% more likely to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The relationship was particularly strong for red meat and dairy products. And finally, from Dallas - According to research presented to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, old age does not increase the risks of bariatric surgery. In a study of over 1,400 patients, researchers found that those aged 65 and older lost just as much weight as younger patients and had similar rates of readmission and mortality, despite a greater comorbidity burden. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: Daily Binge Drinking Increases Brain Hemorrhage Risk, HIV Testing Often Comes Too Late, Excess Weight Linked to Type 1 Diabetes
(June 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From South Korea - According ...
(June 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From South Korea - According to research in the journal Stroke, heavy drinking on a daily basis can lead to lethal brain hemorrhage. In a study of over 6,000 people, researchers found that men who had at least six drinks daily had a 3.3 times increased risk of death from hemorrhagic stroke compared to nondrinkers. Binge drinking on a less-than-daily basis did not seem to increase risk. From Atlanta - According to research in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, HIV testing often comes late in the course of infection. According to data collected from 34 states, researchers found that about 45% of patients were diagnosed with HIV only a year or two before the onset of AIDS. However, those tested in 2003 were less likely to be diagnosed late than those tested in 1996. And finally, from Seattle - According to research in the journal Pediatric Diabetes, excess weight in childhood is linked to type 1 diabetes. In a study of nearly 4,000 diabetic patients aged 3 to 19, researchers found that the overall prevalence of overweight was about 22% in those with type 1 diabetes, compared to 16% in those without. However, the study could not determine whether diabetes preceded the weight gain or whether weight gain was a result of treatment. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: Phthalates in Plastics Linked to Low Birth Weight, Quercetin May Enhance Fitness and Endurance, BMD Scans Not Useful During Early Osteoporosis Drug Therapy
(June 25, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From New York - According ...
(June 25, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From New York - According to research in the Journal of Pediatrics, chemicals found in common plastic products may be linked to low birth weight. In a study of 201 newborns, researchers found that those with the highest levels of a phthalate called DBP in their cord blood were 3.5 times more likely to have low birth weight. Phthalates provide flexibility and durability in personal care products, children's toys, and medical devices. From South Carolina - According to research in the International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, a plant compound may enhance fitness and endurance in nonathletes. In a study of 12 healthy college students, researchers found that supplementation with a purified form of quercetin, which is found in several fruits and vegetables, led to significantly higher increases in peak oxygen consumption and endurance compared to placebo. And finally, from Sydney - According to research in the British Medical Journal, bone scans may be useless during early osteoporosis drug therapy. In a study of nearly 6,500 post-menopausal women undergoing bisphosphonate therapy, researchers found that bone mineral density scans produced such a wide range of results, that the information was not useful. The researchers conclude that BMD scans during drug therapy may be misleading. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: Obesity Surgery Can Reduce Cancer Risk in Women, Asthmatic Adults Under-Vaccinated Against Flu, Overweight in Young Adulthood Increases Pancreatic Cancer Risk
(June 24, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Sweden - According to ...
(June 24, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Sweden - According to research in The Lancet Oncology, obesity surgery can reduce cancer risk in women. In a study of over 2,000 obese patients, researchers found that women had a 42% reduction in cancer risk following bariatric surgery. Currently, in the U.S., where about one-third of adults are obese, 14% of cancer deaths in men and 20% in women may result from being overweight or obese. From Atlanta - According to research in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, adults with asthma are under-vaccinated against the flu. In a study of over 170,000 adults aged 18 to 64, researchers found that, during the 2006-07 flu season, only 40% of those with asthma were vaccinated. The U.S. government is hoping that by 2010, 60% of adults with asthma and other conditions that increase the risk of flu-related complications will be vaccinated. And finally, from Houston - According to research in the Journal of the American Medical Association, being overweight during young adulthood can increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. In a study of nearly 1,600 patients, researchers found that, compared with those who had a BMI of less than 25 before age 39, those considered overweight with a BMI of 25 to 29.9 had a 1.67 times increased risk of pancreatic cancer. Those with a BMI over 30 had a 2.58 times increased risk. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: FDA Gains Regulatory Control of Tobacco Products, Sleep Disorders Can Increase Risk of Arrhythmia in Men, Physically Unfit Twenty-Somethings More Likely to Develop Diabetes
(June 23, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - President Barack ...
(June 23, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - President Barack Obama has signed a bill that will give the FDA the authority to regulate tobacco. The new law gives the FDA regulatory control of tobacco products, but it does not permit the agency to ban all tobacco sales, nor does it allow the FDA to limit nicotine content to zero. However, the law does ban manufacturers from using terms such as "light," and "mild" in its marketing. From Cleveland - According to research in the Archives of Internal Medicine, sleep disorders can increase the risk of arrhythmia in men. In a study of over 2,900 men aged 65 and older, researchers found that those with the worst sleep disturbances, such as sleep apnea, were more than twice as likely to experience nocturnal atrial fibrillation. This research adds to a growing body of evidence linking sleep disorders and cardiac health. And finally, from Chicago - According to research in the journal Diabetes Care, those who are not physically fit in their 20s may be at increased risk of developing diabetes by the time they are middle aged. In a study of nearly 4,000 patients, researchers found that twenty-somethings who had the lowest fitness levels according to a treadmill test were two to three times more likely to develop diabetes over a 20-year period. It was also noted that, between two people with similar levels of fitness, the person with the higher BMI is more likely to develop diabetes. For Insidermedicine In 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: MRSA May Be Carried by Family Pets, Omega-3 and AMD Link Modified by Dietary Supplements, Combo Drug Therapy Boosts Weight Loss
(June 22, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Florida - According to ...
(June 22, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Florida - According to research in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, MRSA may be carried by the family pet. Researchers have found that cats and dogs can be colonized by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, which can cycle back and forth between pet and owner. While petting and handling pets will not result in infection very easily, in the U.S., dog and cat bites make up about 1% of ER visits every year. From Boston - According to research in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, the link between omega-3 fatty acids and lower risk of age-related macular degeneration may be modified by other dietary supplements. In a study of over 2,900 patients, researchers found that in those with early AMD progression, the protective effect of omega-3s was eliminated in those taking high doses of antioxidants or zinc. And finally, from Washington - According to research presented to the Endocrine Society, a new combination therapy may boost weight loss. In a study of 800 overweight adults, researchers found that those who received a fixed-dose combination of naltrexone and bupropion lost nearly 10% of their baseline body weight in a year. This was 82% more than behavioral therapy alone. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: Green Tea May Slow Prostate Cancer Progression, Older Kidney Patients at High Risk of Dying While on Transplant Waiting List, Alcohol Use Associated with Suicide
(June 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Louisiana - According to ...
(June 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Louisiana - According to a study in Cancer Prevention Research, green tea may slow the progression of prostate cancer. In a study of 26 prostate cancer patients, researchers found that those who consumed polyphenon E, a polyphenol found in green tea, saw a significant reduction in biomarkers of cancer progression. However, the dosage used in the study was equal to about 12 cups of green tea per day. From Florida - According to research in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, older kidney patients have a high risk of dying while on the transplant wait list. In a study of nearly 55,000 patients, researchers found that nearly half of those over 60 were at risk of dying before receiving a transplant. The risk was even higher among African Americans, diabetics and those over 70. And finally, from Atlanta - According to research in the Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, alcohol use has been associated with suicide. Researchers conducted an analysis of nearly 19,000 suicides, and found that nearly one-quarter of those tested had a blood alcohol level above the legal limit for driving a car. The association was particularly high among Hispanics, American Indians and Alaska Natives. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Proximity to Fast Food Influences Obesity Risk, Head Trauma Warrants Investigation of Pituitary Abnormalities, Fallopian Tubes Contain Mesenchymal Stem Cells
(June 18, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Edmonton - According to ...
(June 18, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Edmonton - According to research published in BMC Public Health, proximity to fast food restaurants seems to influence obesity risk. In a study of 2,900 adults, researchers found that people were 25% less likely to be obese if there was a smaller ratio of fast food restaurants to grocery stores in the area where they lived. However, the researchers had no information on actual consumption habits. From Washington - According to research presented to the Endocrine Society, head trauma warrants investigation into pituitary abnormalities. In a study of nearly 130 people, researchers found that 36% of prospectively studied patients and 45% of retrospectively studied patients had endocrine abnormalities consistent with pituitary dysfunction after moderate to severe brain trauma. And finally, from Brazil - According to research in the Journal of Translational Medicine, fallopian tubes may be an important source of adult stem cells. Researchers have found that fallopian tubes discarded after a hysterectomy contain mesenchymal stem cells. These cells can differentiate into multiple tissue types, including fat, muscle, cartilage and bone cell lines. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
