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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: Insulin May Slow Alzheimer's Progression, Cataract Surgery Does Not Increase AMD Risk, Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer Risk
(February 3, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Illinois - According to ...
(February 3, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Illinois - According to research in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, insulin may work to slow or prevent memory loss from Alzheimer's. Researchers treated the nerve cells of rats with insulin and found that doing so produced a protective effect. Furthermore, the effect was amplified when the cells were treated with the drug rosiglitazone, which increases insulin sensitivity. From Maryland - According to research in the journal Ophthalmology, despite prior concerns, cataract surgery does not seem to increase the risk for macular degeneration. In a study of over 4,500 patients who were examined every 6 months for up to 11 years, researchers found that those who underwent cataract surgery showed no significant differences in regards to the risk for age-related macular degeneration. And finally, from Atlanta - According to research in the journal Cancer, breast cancer risk is highest during the first three years of hormone therapy. In a study of over 67,000 postmenopausal women, it was discovered that the combination of estrogen and progesterone increased the risk of breast cancer far more than estrogen alone, and this risk was greatest within three years of starting HRT. However, no increased risk was found for women who used estrogen and progesterone for less than two years. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: TV and Media Exposure Increases Depression Risk, One-Third of Children Taking Vitamin Supplements, Pregnancy Hormone Increases Risk of Depression in Women
(February 2, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Pittsburgh, According to research ...
(February 2, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Pittsburgh, According to research in the Archives of General Psychiatry, exposure to more television and electronic media in the teen years may raise the risk of developing depression in early adulthood. In a study of over 4,000 teens, who were exposed to 6 hours of media per day on average, those who spent more time watching TV, listening to the radio and using the internet were more likely to develop depression.. From Sacramento - According to research in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, nearly one third of American children now take vitamins or mineral supplements. Researchers, surveying over 10,000 children, noted that 34% took supplements. While vitamins may be beneficial for underweight or nutritionally deprived children, they are not routinely recommended for those who are healthy. Vitamin use in children has been associated with reports of nausea, vomiting, liver and nerve damage. And finally from Irvine - According to research in the Archives of General Psychiatry, women with a higher level of a hormone secreted by the placenta midway during pregnancy may be at risk for post-partum depression. Based on a study of 100 pregnant women, researchers noted that high levels of placenta corticotrophin releasing hormone predicted who went on to develop post partum depression 75% of the time. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Autism May Be Linked to Premature Birth, BPA Lingers in Body Longer Than Previously Thought, Drinking Too Much Water During Childbirth Leads to Hyponatremia
(January 30, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(January 30, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to research in the Journal of Pediatrics, autism may be linked to premature birth. In a study of nearly 1,000 children, researchers found that those born at least three months before the due date were significantly more likely to screen positive for possible autism. It was found that 21% of those born prematurely screened positive, compared to 6% among those born full-term. From Rochester - According to research in Environmental Health Perspectives, bisphenol A, the chemical found in many plastics, may linger in the body longer than previously thought. In a study of nearly 1,500 people, researchers found that, while BPA was thought to be quickly eliminated from the body through urine, those who fasted for 8.5 hours had the same BPA levels as those who fasted for 24 hours. If BPA does indeed produce harmful effects, then the longer it lingers the more damage it can do. And finally, from Sweden - According to research in the British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, drinking too much water during childbirth may be harmful. In a study of nearly 300 pregnant women, researchers found that those who drank more than 2,500 mL of fluid during labour were more likely to have too little sodium in their blood. This condition, known as hyponatremia, resulted in a longer second stage of labour and a greater risk of requiring an emergency C-section. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Higher Glucose Levels Linked to Lower Cognitive Function, Common Chemicals Affect Fertility, Kidney Donors Lead Long and Healthy Lives
(January 29, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Israel - According to ...
(January 29, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Israel - According to research in the journal Diabetes Care, higher blood glucose levels may be linked to lower cognitive function. In a study of 2,800 people with diabetes, researchers found that participants with higher levels of HbA1c scored lower on three cognitive tasks and on an overall test of cognitive function. Further research is required to determine whether this link is causal. From California - According to research in the journal Human Reproduction, common chemicals may affect fertility. In a study of 1,240 women, researchers found that those with the highest blood levels of perfluorinated chemicals took as much as 60% to 154% longer to get pregnant than women with the lowest levels. Perfluorinated chemicals are commonly found in food packaging, pesticides, clothing, carpets and personal care products. And finally, from Minnesota - According to research in the New England Journal of Medicine, kidney donors lead long, healthy lives. In a study of nearly 3,700 kidney donors, researchers found that their lifespan was comparable to others of the same age, gender and ethnic background. Furthermore, it was found that their quality of life was actually better than 60% of the general population, and they were unlikely to develop high blood pressure. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Short Exercise Bursts Improve Metabolism, Mercury Found in High-Fructose Corn Syrup Products, Concussions Have Lifelong Impact on Brain Function
(January 28, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Scotland - According to ...
(January 28, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Scotland - According to research in BMC Endocrine Disorders, short bursts of exercise can improve metabolism. In a study of 16 sedentary men, researchers found that short bursts of high intensity exercise, such as riding an exercise bike four times a day in 30 second spurts twice a week, resulted in a 23% improvement in insulin sensitivity. It was concluded that tense muscle contractions during exercise enhance insulin's ability to clear glucose from the bloodstream From Washington - According to research in Environmental Health, mercury has been found in high-fructose corn syrup. Researchers tested several samples of the sweetener, which is increasingly replacing sugar in processed foods, and found that nearly 50% of the samples contained mercury. In addition, the researchers found that, of 55 brand name foods and drinks tested, one-third contained trace amounts of mercury. The researchers stated that mercury is toxic in all its forms. And finally, from Montreal - According to research in the journal Brain, concussions may have a lifelong impact on the brain. In a study of 40 otherwise healthy former hockey and football players aged 50 to 65, researchers found that those who had suffered a concussion about 30 years prior showed reduced frontal lobe function efficiency, reduced memory updating and significantly slower motor execution compared to those who had never suffered a concussion. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Intake of Omega-6 Fatty Acids Recommended, Intensive Insulin Therapy for Critically Ill Children, Aerobics and Resistance Training Lowers Insulin Resistance
(January 27, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From South Dakota - According ...
(January 27, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From South Dakota - According to research in the journal Circulation, the American Heart Association recommends daily intake of omega-6 fatty acids. After a review of several studies, an AHA science advisory panel concluded that at least 5% to 10% of daily caloric intake should come from omega-6 fatty acids, due to research suggesting a beneficial effect on coronary heart disease risk. Sources of omega-6 include poultry, eggs, cereals and nuts. From Belgium - According to research in The Lancet, intensive insulin therapy can improve outcomes in critically ill children with hyperglycemia. In a study of 700 children, researchers found that those treated with intensive insulin therapy for high blood glucose experienced shorter hospital stays, reduced inflammation and lower mortality rates compared to those treated with conventional therapy. And finally, from Kingston - According to research in the Archives of Internal Medicine, a combination of aerobics and strength training is the best regimen for abdominally obese older patients. In a study of 136 obese adults over the age of 60, Queen's University researchers found that the combined training regimen led to greater reductions in insulin resistance than strength training alone, and more improvement in functional limitations than aerobic exercise alone. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Group Counseling Beneficial for Smokers, Combined Seat Belt and Air Bag Use Decreases Spinal Fracture Risk, Aspirin Does Not Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
(January 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - According ...
(January 26, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - According to research in the journal Addiction, smokers are more motivated to quit if they take part in group counseling. In a study of nearly 1,800 smokers, researchers found that 35% of those who attended weekly group counseling interventions remained abstinent from cigarettes compared to under 19% of those who participated in one-on-one counseling. A separate analysis revealed that both treatments were cost-effective overall. From Milwaukee - According to research in the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine, the combined use of seat belts and air bags can significantly reduce the risk of spinal fracture in a collision. In a study of over 20,000 motor vehicle accidents, researchers found that while using a seat belt or air bag alone increased the risk of spinal fracture, the combined use of seat belts and air bags reduced the risk of suffering a fractured spine by 33%. And finally, from Boston - According to research in the Archives of Internal Medicine, aspirin does not reduce the risk of breast cancer in premenopausal women. In a study of over 110,000 women, researchers found that taking aspirin two or more times per week was not significantly associated with breast cancer risk, nor was the use of non-aspirin NSAIDs or acetaminophen. The results were not affected by frequency, dose or duration of use. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: FDA Approves First U.S. Embryonic Stem Cell Trial, Victims of Abuse At Higher Risk for Miscarriage, Female Physicians Provide Better Chronic Heart Failure Treatment
(January 23, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - The FDA ...
(January 23, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - The FDA has approved the first trial of embryonic stem cells in the U.S. Regulators have given a biotech company the go-ahead to conduct a trial on a treatment for those suffering from spinal cord injuries. The Phase I trial will establish whether the treatment is safe and will involve injecting spinal cord injury patients with cells derived from embryonic stem cells. If successful this treatment could transform the lives of thousands of people who are disabled by spinal cord injuries each year. From Florida - According to research in The Lancet, women who are victims of abuse are at much higher risk of miscarriage. From a survey of over 2,500 women, researchers found that those who had experienced any kind of domestic abuse were 50% more likely to have had at least one lost pregnancy. It was noted that sexual abuse was associated most strongly with fetal loss overall, while emotional abuse was linked most strongly with multiple miscarriages. And finally, from Germany - According to research in the European Journal of Heart Failure, female physicians provide better chronic heart failure treatment. In a study of over 1,800 patients, researchers found that women physicians were more likely to follow guidelines for drug choice and dose without regard for patient's sex. In contrast, male physicians were more likely to use fewer drugs at lower doses and misinterpret symptoms when the patient was a woman. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Cleaner Air Increases Life Expectancy, Sham Acupuncture Just as Effective as True Acupuncture, School-Based Physical Activity Programs Beneficial
(January 22, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(January 22, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to research in the New England Journal of Medicine, cleaner air leads to longer life spans. In a study of pollution data for 51 cities and health statistics from 1980 to 2000, researchers found that, on average, Americans were living nearly 3 years longer at the end of the 20-year study period. The researchers discovered that up to five months of that total was attributable to reduced air pollution. From Germany - According to research in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, sham acupuncture is nearly as effective as the real thing at preventing headaches. In a review of tension-headache studies involving over 2,300 people, researchers found that half of those who underwent true acupuncture achieved a 50% reduction in the number of headache days experienced, compared with 41% of those who received sham acupuncture. And finally, from Hamilton - According to a study in the Cochrane Review, school-based physical activity programs offer benefits beyond weight loss. In a review of 26 studies, researchers found that these programs are effective at keeping kids active during school hours, and result in less television viewing and increased lung capacity. While there was little impact on weight, the researchers suggest that outcomes such as BMI may not be an appropriate measure when studying growing children. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
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VIDEO: Skim Milk Reduces Hypertension Risk in Women, MRSA Infections Rising in Children, Antidepressant May Benefit GAD Patients
(January 21, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to ...
(January 21, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to research in the journal Hypertension, women who drink skimmed milk may reduce their risk of high blood pressure. In a study of nearly 30,000 women, researchers found that women who consumed at least two glasses of skimmed milk a day had a 10% reduced risk of developing high blood pressure over a ten-year period. High blood pressure increases the risk for several health issues including heart attack and stroke. From Atlanta - According to research in the Journal of the American Medical Association, children are more likely than ever to develop methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections. Studying pediatric head and neck injuries over a six-year period at more than 300 hospitals, researchers found a 16% increase in MRSA infections in children. The authors suggest quicker testing of head and neck injuries should be performed to help identify appropriate antibiotic treatment. And finally, from St. Louis - According to another study in JAMA, the antidepressant drug escitalopram may help older adults who suffer from generalized anxiety disorder. Researchers examined over 170 patients aged 60 and older who had been previously diagnosed with GAD. Results showed that those taking escitalopram had a significant reduction in anxiety levels, marked by an improvement in social activity and functioning. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Susan Sharma.
