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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: Polyunsaturated Fats Reduce Coronary Artery Disease, Teriparatide Speeds Up Healing Process of Fractures, PTSD Influenced by Current Health Status
(April 17, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Denmark - According to ...
(April 17, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Denmark - According to research in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, intake of polyunsaturated fats instead of saturated fats can help reduce coronary artery disease. In a review of 11 studies involving over 340,000 patients, researchers found that substituting polyunsaturated fatty acids for saturated fats as 5% of caloric intake was protective against coronary events and coronary deaths. From Rochester - According to research from the University of Rochester Medical Center, a drug for severe osteoporosis may have some unexpected benefits. In a study of 145 patients, researchers found that 93% of those treated with teriparatide experienced complete recovery of slow-to-heal fractures within 12 weeks. The researchers conclude that the drug stimulates the bone's stem cells, resulting in rapid healing. And finally, from San Diego - According to research in the British Medical Journal, combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder may be influenced by health status before deployment. In a study of 5,400 veterans, researchers found that those who already had mental or physical health problems were more than twice as likely to develop PTSD. This at-risk population could be targeted for PTSD prevention programs. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Allison Chow from Queen's University.
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VIDEO: Correlation Found Between Facebook Use and Lower GPAs, Low Glycemic Index Breakfast Enhances Effects of Exercise, Gene Variants Affect Stroke Risk
(April 16, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Ohio - According to ...
(April 16, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Ohio - According to research from Ohio State University, students who use social networking sites like Facebook have lower grade point averages. In a survey of 219 students, researchers found that the GPAs of Facebook users were in the range of 3.0 to 3.5, compared to 3.5 to 4.0 among non-users. The study points out that this is a correlation, and not necessarily a matter of cause and effect. From the UK - According to research in the Journal of Nutrition, a low glycemic-index breakfast can enhance the effects of moderate exercise. In a study of 8 sedentary women, researchers found that those who ate a low glycemic-index breakfast had an increase in fat oxidation during a 60-minute walk, compared to those who ate high glycemic-index foods. LGI foods include cereals made from oats, barley, and bran. And finally, from Boston - According to a study in the New England Journal of Medicine, scientists have found gene variants that affect stroke risk. In a large genome-wide association study, researchers found that having one copy of either variant resulted in a 30% increased risk of stroke. While further study is required, this sort of discovery may lead to personalized care based on an individual's genetic makeup. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Statins Reduce Stroke Risk by One-Fifth, Reports of Frequent Mental Distress Increasing, Benefits of Soothing Music for Heart Patients Uncertain
(April 15, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Paris - According to ...
(April 15, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Paris - According to research in the Lancet Neurology, statins can cut stroke risk by one-fifth. In a meta-analysis of over 165,000 patients, researchers found that the incidence of stroke was reduced by 18% in those taking statins. In addition, for every 39-mg/dL reduction in LDL cholesterol, the risk of stroke was reduced by 21%. From Atlanta - According to research in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, an increasing number of Americans are reporting "frequent mental distress". The study found that 10.2% of the 2.4 million adults surveyed reported frequent mental distress between 2003 and 2006, which is up from 9%. Those living in Hawaii had the lowest incidence at 6.6%, while those in Kentucky had the highest at 14.4%. And finally, from Philadelphia - According to a Cochrane Review, the benefit of soothing music for heart patients is unclear. In a review of 23 studies, researchers found that music could reduce heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure in those with coronary heart disease. However, this effect was not consistent across the studies, and there was little effect on the psychological distress of patients. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Combined Tobacco & Marijuana Use Increases COPD Risk, Stem Cells May Benefit Type 1 Diabetes Patients, Prison Time May Increase Cardiovascular Risk
(April 14, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Vancouver - According to ...
(April 14, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Vancouver - According to research in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, smoking both tobacco and marijuana increases the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In a study of nearly 900 people aged 40 and over, researchers found that those who smoked tobacco and marijuana had a 3 times higher risk for COPD. However, an increased risk was not linked to smoking marijuana alone. From Brazil - According to research in the Journal of the American Medical Association, stem cells may be effective for type 1 diabetes. In a study of 23 patients, researchers found that 20 were able to stop taking insulin after they underwent hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. After 2 years, only 8 of the patients relapsed, and even then required only low doses of insulin. And finally, from San Francisco - According to research in the Archives of Internal Medicine, prison time may increase cardiovascular risk. In a study of over 4,300 adults, researchers found that those who were incarcerated were more likely to have hypertension and left ventricular hypertrophy than those who were not. Drug and alcohol use, obesity, lower socioeconomic status or increased stress could be the cause. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Excise Tax Proposed for Sweetened Beverages, Rapid Test Approved for Avian Flu Detection, Expanding Waistline Increases Heart Failure Risk
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(April 9, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From New York - In an article published in the New England Journal of Medicine, New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Frieden makes a case for taxing sweetened beverages. He argues that a "penny per ounce" excise tax could reduce consumption of these products by over 10%. He also states that taxes on tobacco have been successful and there is evidence that higher prices reduce soda consumption. From Washington - The FDA has approved a test that can rapidly detect the H5N1 strain of avian flu. This new test identifies a key protein of the infection in throat or nose swabs and can provide results in about 40 minutes, compared to current tests which can take three to four hours. Since 2003, there have been 417 confirmed cases of human infection with the virus in 15 countries, with 257 deaths. And finally, from Boston - According to research in the journal Circulation: Heart Failure, an expanding waistline correlates with an increased risk for heart failure. In a study of over 80,000 people, researchers found that every 10-cm increase in waist circumference raised the risk of heart failure hospitalization and death by 15% to 20%. The researchers note that this study only shows an association, not cause and effect. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Intensive Therapy No Benefit for Early Bladder Cancer, Aerobic Exercise Safe After Heart Failure, Children from Low-Income Areas Have Worse Heart Transplant Outcomes
(April 8, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From San Francisco - According ...
(April 8, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From San Francisco - According to research in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, more intensive treatment may be of no benefit for early bladder cancer. In a study of over 20,000 patients, researchers found that more frequent use of endoscopic surveillance, intravesical therapy and imaging studies did not lower mortality rates. The researchers suggest that this may present an opportunity to reduce unnecessary procedures From New Jersey - According to research in the Journal of the American Medical Association, aerobic exercise is safe for heart failure patients. In a study of over 2,300 patients, researchers found that aerobic exercise improved clinical outcomes and quality of life among heart failure patients who suffered from left ventricular dysfunction. And finally, from Massachusetts - According to research in the journal Circulation: Heart Failure, children from low-income neighborhoods have worse outcomes than those from wealthier areas. In a study of 135 children, researchers found that heart transplant patients from the lowest socioeconomic tier were 2.4 times more likely to have graft failure than those from wealthier neighborhoods. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Drug Prescriptions for Hypertension & Diabetes Increasing in Children, Obesity & Restless Leg Syndrome, Less Sugar & More Fiber Lowers Diabetes Risk in Children
(April 7, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Maryland - According to ...
(April 7, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Maryland - According to research in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, children are increasingly being prescribed diabetes and blood pressure drugs. In a study of over five million patients aged 6 to 18, researchers found that between November 2004 and June 2007, the frequency of children and teens being prescribed medications for hypertension, dyslipidemia or diabetes increased by 15%. From San Francisco - According to research in the journal Neurology, obesity may increase the risk for restless leg syndrome. In a review of two studies involving a total of over 88,000 people, researchers found that obese men and women were 42% more likely to develop restless leg syndrome than those of normal weight. This was particularly true when the extra weight was concentrated around the belly. And finally, from New Jersey - According to research in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, reducing sugar and increasing fiber intake can help prevent diabetes in children. In a study of 54 overweight adolescents, researchers found that the equivalent of one less can of soda and one extra serving of beans each day led to significantly improved metabolic factors like insulin response and visceral fat. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Obesity Rates Among Children, Sorafenib May Reduce Liver Damage, Setton Farms Widens Pistachio Recall
(April 6, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Columbus - According to ...
(April 6, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Columbus - According to research in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, racial and ethnic disparities in obesity rates exist even among 4-year olds. In a study of over 8,500 children, researchers found that American Indian and Native Alaskan children had the highest rate of obesity, at 31%, while those of Asian descent had the lowest, at just under 13%. Prevalence among all 4-year olds was 18.4%. From Barcelona - According to research in the journal Hepatology, the drug sorafenib may help reduce liver damage in those with portal hypertension. In a study of rats, researchers found that those who received sorafenib every day for 2 weeks experienced an 80% reduction in the growth of new bloods vessels in the viscera, and a 24% decrease in inflammation. And finally, from Washington - Setton International Foods has widened its recall of pistachio products suspected of being contaminated with salmonella. Approximately 2 million pounds of pistachios have now been recalled, including products sold by manufacturers such as Frito-Lay, Planters and Kraft Foods. The FDA has warned consumers not to eat pistachio products until the contaminated nuts can be traced. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Binge Drinking Most Common Among Higher Income White Males, Early-Stage Ovarian Cancer Screening Ineffective, Stem Cells Could Repair Heart Damage
(April 3, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Cleveland - According to ...
(April 3, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Cleveland - According to research in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, binge drinking is most common among white males with higher incomes. In a study of over 62,000 adults from 14 states, researchers found that binge drinking was 3 times more common among men than women, and was most common among white males with an annual household income of at least $50,000. From Houston - According to research in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology, annual screening for early-stage ovarian cancer has not been effective. In a study of over 34,000 women, researchers found that more than 70% of cancers detected with ultrasound and biomarker testing had already progressed to advanced stages. Further research should determine the impact of screening on ovarian cancer mortality. And finally, from Orlando - According to research presented to the American College of Cardiology, stem cell treatment could help repair heart attack damage. In a study of 31 heart attack patients, researchers found that those who received the highest doses of autologous bone marrow progenitor cells had improved blood flow to the area around the damaged tissue. A phase II study is expected to begin later this year. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Opioid Receptor Antagonist May Help Treat Kleptomania, Vegetarians At Higher Risk for Eating Disorders, Cardiac Abnormalities Common in College Athletes
(April 2, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Minnesota - According to ...
(April 2, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Minnesota - According to research in the Journal of Biological Psychiatry, a drug used to treat alcohol dependence may also be an effective treatment for kleptomania. In a study of 25 people with confirmed kleptomania, researchers found that the opioid receptor antagonist naltrexone was effective at taking the thrill out of stealing. While the drug is not a cure, it does offer hope to those with this addiction. From Texas - According to research in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, vegetarians may be at higher risk for eating disorders. In a study of 2,500 people, researchers found that vegetarians ate healthier and were less likely to be overweight than non-vegetarians, but were also at increased risk for binge eating and unhealthy weight control behaviors such as self-induced vomiting, and taking diet pills and laxatives. And finally, from Orlando - According to research presented to the American College of Cardiology, cardiac screening has revealed abnormalities in one-third of college athletes. In a study of over 1,300 college athletes, up to 37% of those who underwent an electrocardiogram tested positive for abnormalities. The most common abnormality was left ventricular hypertrophy. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
