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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: Aspirin and Plavix Combination May Decrease Stroke Risk, Sleep Problems May Increase Suicide Risk, Early ICD Use May Not Improve Survival
(April 1, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Orlando - According to ...
(April 1, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Orlando - According to a study presented to the American College of Cardiology, combining aspirin with the anti-platelet agent Plavix may decrease stroke risk. In a study of 7,500 people with atrial fibrillation, researchers found that those who took one aspirin and one Plavix every day had a 28% decrease in the risk of stroke, and an 11% decrease in the number of cardiovascular incidents. From Italy - According to a study presented to the World Psychiatric Association, adults with chronic sleep problems may be at higher risk for suicidal behavior. In a study of 5,500 people, researchers found that those who had difficulty falling asleep had 1.9 times the risk of suicidal ideation, and 2.2 times the risk of actually planning suicide. This suggests that depression is not the only predictor of suicidal behavior. And finally, back to Orlando - According to a study presented to the American College of Cardiology, early use of implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICD) after a heart attack may not improve survival. After analyzing nearly 900 patients, researchers found that while ICD therapy did reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death, this benefit was offset by an increased risk of nonsudden cardiac death. It is currently recommended that implantation be delayed for 40 days. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: New Polypill May Cut Heart Disease Risk In Half, Overuse of Sleep Aids Can Lead to Driving Impairment, Pistachio Recall in the United States
(March 31, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Orlando – According to ...
(March 31, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Orlando – According to research presented at the American College of Cardiology meeting, a combination drug called a polypill may drastically reduce the risk of heart disease. The pill, a mixture of aspirin, statin and three generic blood pressure medications, was given to over 2, 000 healthy people. The study showed a decrease in blood pressure, cholesterol levels and clotting. Researchers estimate that this polypill may be able to cut the risk of heart disease in half. From Norway – According to a study published online in Accident Analysis and Prevention, overuse of hypnotic sleep aids can lead to driving impairment. Analyzing all impaired driving cases in Norway from 2000 - 2007, researchers found that 46% of the drivers taking zopiclone, eszopiclone, or zolpidem, had elevated blood concentrations of the drug causing impairment. This percentage of impairment is comparable to the amount of impairment caused by elevated blood alcohol levels. And finally, from New York – Setton Farms has announced a volunteer nationwide recall of pistachio products, due to concerns of salmonella contamination. The nuts being recalled, which include both shelled and unshelled pistachios, were shipped after September 1, 2008. Salmonella can cause potentially serious infections in young children, the elderly, and those with already weakened immune systems.
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VIDEO: CRESTOR Reduces Risk of Blood Clots, Childhood Obesity Linked to Rapid Infant Weight Gain, Exercise Useful in Preventing Heart Disease
(March 30, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Orlando - CRESTOR 20mg ...
(March 30, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Orlando - CRESTOR 20mg can reduce the risk of blood clots, according to an analysis from the JUPITER study. Patients were selected based on high sensitivity C-Reactive Protein and low-to-normal cholesterol levels. The study found that CRESTOR 20mg, compared with placebo, reduced risk of venous thromboembolism by 43%. CRESTOR is a statin medication used to lower LDL cholesterol and prevent plaque buildup in the arteries. From Boston - According to a study published in the journal Pedatrics, infants who gain weight suddenly in the first 6 months of life are more likely to obese by age 3. The study examined nearly 560 mother-child pairs, measuring changes in the child's weight and length over 3 years. Rapid weight gain was found to be a more significant factor than the weight of the parents, the weight of the mother during pregnancy, and the weight of the child at birth. And finally, from Atlanta - Exercise is a necessary measure for preventing heart disease, according to a study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Health & Fitness Summit & Exposition. Modifiable risk factors for heart disease include: hypertension, diabetes, smoking, high cholesterol levels, and an inactive lifestyle. Exercise affects one's inactivity and consequently improves one's other modifiable risk factors. For Insidermedicine In60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Eating Problems For Those With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Link Between Tuberculosis and HIV, New Guidelines for Patients Hospitalized With Heart Failure
(March 27, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Pittsburgh - According to ...
(March 27, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Pittsburgh - According to a study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have poor breathing and swallowing coordination while they eat. Researchers studied 25 patients with varying degrees of COPD, finding that COPD patients were swallowing solid food twice as often as those without the condition. This disorder may increase the risk of developing aspiration pneumonia. From the United Nations - According to a report form the World Health Organization, nearly 1/4 of the people who died from Tuberculosis were also HIV positive. The report estimates that 25% of deaths from TB were also HIV related, numbering nearly 500, 000 people. This report emphasizes the connection between TB and HIV, and thus, the importance of TB testing for people with HIV. And finally, from Washington - The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association have released new guidelines for the diagnosis and management of patients hospitalized with heart failure. These guidelines modify how doctors are supposed to: identify heart failure; assess and treat heart failure; and finally, how to prepare patients for their release from the hospital. These updates are designed to reflect the latest research results from recent clinical trials. For Insidermedicine In60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer
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VIDEO: Diabetes May Increase Alzheimer's Risk, Black Women More Likely to Have Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Specific Gene Mutation Linked to Melanoma in Women
(March 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - According to ...
(March 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - According to research published in the Archives of Neurology, people with diabetes may be at increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Testing approximately 3,000 diabetics with a variety of cognitive evaluations, researchers found that as Type-2 diabetic's blood-sugar increased so too did their brain functioning slow. This connection indicates that doctor's may be able to slow the progression of dementia with further control of vascular conditions. From Boston - According to a study published online in Breast Cancer Research, black women may be at increased risk of having triple-negative breast cancer. In a study of 415 women with invasive breast cancer, researchers found that black women were 3X more likely to develop these aggressive types of tumors. Though black women are generally less likely to develop breast cancer than white women, their cancers are typically diagnosed when further along. And finally, from New York - According to a study published online in Clinical Cancer Research, women who have a certain mutation in the MDM2 gene may be predisposed to developing melanoma at a younger age. Studying over 200 patients with melanoma, scientists found that this particular variation of the MDM2 gene led to a 4X increased risk of the skin cancer. This study suggests the importance of evaluating the MDM2 gene when screening for melanoma risk. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: Music May Improve Attention in Neuro Patients, Eating Fish May Protect Against Prostate Cancer, Repeat Anesthesia May Increase Risk of Learning Disabilities
(March 25, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From London - According to ...
(March 25, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From London - According to research in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, listening to music may increase attention in patients with visual neglect. In a study of patients who had suffered brain damage due to stroke, researchers found that those who listened to a music track of their choice had better visual awareness when completing tasks than those who listened to unpreferred music or silence. From San Francisco - According to a study in Clinical Cancer Research, the omega-3 fatty acids in fish and shellfish may help protect against aggressive prostate cancer. In a study of nearly 500 men, researchers found that those who consumed the most omega-3 fatty acids were 63% less likely to develop advanced prostate cancer than those who ate the least. And finally, from Minnesota - According to research in the journal Anesthesiology, children that undergo repeated anesthesia may be at increased risk for learning disabilities. In a study of over 5,300 patients, researchers found that those who underwent anesthesia twice before the age of 4 were 59% more likely to be diagnosed with learning disabilities. Three or more exposures resulted in a 2.6 times increased risk. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Christina Leung.
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VIDEO: Physical Fitness Reduces Breast Cancer Death Risk, Companionship May Reduce Stroke Severity, Smoking Increases Pancreatitis Risk
(March 24, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Dallas - According to ...
(March 24, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Dallas - According to research in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, physically fit women are less likely to die from breast cancer. In a study of over 14,000 women, researchers found that those who achieved moderate or high aerobic fitness were less likely to die from breast cancer than low-fitness women. At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week is recommended. From Columbus - According to research in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, companionship may reduce the severity of stroke. In a study of mice, researchers found that, following a surgically induced stroke, 60% of those caged alone died within a week, while none died if they were caged with a partner. This study adds to mounting evidence that social isolation may be a health risk factor. And finally, from Copenhagen - According to research in the Archives of Internal Medicine, smoking may increase the risk of pancreatitis. In a study of over 18,000 people, researchers found that about 46% of all cases of acute and chronic pancreatitis were associated with smoking. Currently established risk factors for pancreatitis include alcohol consumption and gallstones. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Shirin Yazdanian.
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VIDEO: Garden Pea Protein May Treat Hypertension, Many Americans Delay Care for Financial Reasons, Cancer Drug Encourages Tumor Growth
(March 23, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Winnipeg - According to ...
(March 23, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Winnipeg - According to research presented to the American Chemical Society, proteins in the common garden pea may help treat high blood pressure. In a study of rats, researchers found that those who were fed an extracted dose of pea protein each day showed a 20% drop in blood pressure. This treatment could help delay or prevent the onset of kidney damage caused by high blood pressure. From Washington - According to a survey by the National Council on Aging, 1 in 4 patients with a chronic condition have delayed healthcare in the past year because they couldn't afford it. The survey of over 1,100 adults found that Latinos and middle-aged women were among the most likely to delay care, and while the poor were more likely to postpone care for financial reasons, 22% of those with incomes over $50,000 did so as well. And finally, from London - According to research in Nature Medicine, some cancer drugs may actually encourage tumor growth. Researchers found that a type of angiogenesis inhibitor called cilengitide, which is designed to prevent tumor growth by cutting off the blood supply, may actually promote cell growth and blood vessel formation if given at too low a dose. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Stun Guns Could Cause Seizures, Heavy Red Meat Consumption Linked to AMD, Spinal Cord Stimulation May Benefit Parkinson's Patients
(March 20, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Toronto - According to ...
(March 20, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Toronto - According to research in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, stun guns could cause seizures. In an investigation of an incident involving a police officer who received a shock to the head from a Taser, researchers found that, under certain conditions, the devices may cause cerebral complications such as seizures. Until now, most reports have focused on complications associated with shocks to the chest. From Australia - According to research in the American Journal of Epidemiology, high red meat consumption may increase the risk of age-related macular degeneration. In a study of over 6,700 older patients, researchers found that those who ate red meat 10 times per week were almost 50% more likely to develop AMD, compared to those who ate it less than 5 times per week. And finally, from North Carolina - According to research in the journal Science, electrical stimulation of the spinal cord may show promise for the treatment of Parkinson's. In a study of rats, researchers found that those who underwent mild electrical stimulation of the spinal cord regained a significant degree of motor control. This research could lead to a less invasive alternative to deep brain stimulation. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
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VIDEO: Early Detection for Second Case of Breast Cancer, Diagnostic Test for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Biopsies Should be Performed for Suspected Metastatic Breast Cancer
(March 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Italy - The early ...
(March 19, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Italy - The early detection of a second case of breast cancer can significantly increase survival chances. In a study of over 1,000 women, researchers found that those who survived breast cancer once before were 27% to 47% more likely to survive a subsequent breast cancer if it was detected in the asymptomatic stage. From Kingston - Queen's University researchers may have found a new diagnostic test for fetal alcohol syndrome using old technology. The researchers used eye-tracking tools to test 89 children for the condition, and found that children with the disorder reacted more slowly to visual stimuli than those without the condition. The researchers are now planning to conduct a much larger trial. And finally, from Toronto - Researchers from Princess Margaret Hospital have concluded that biopsies should be performed on suspected metastatic breast cancer. In a study of 35 women, researchers found that biopsies of suspected metastatic breast cancer resulted in a change in clinical management among 20% of patients. Currently, biopsy is not standard practice for metastatic disease. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Kelly Schweitzer.
