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Vitamin D3 may help treat, prevent heart damage: study
Vitamin D3 - produced in the body naturally when exposed to sunlight - may significantly restore damage to cardiovascular system, a study claims. Researchers at Ohio University in the US found that vitamin D3 can prevent or heal the damage to the cardiovascular system caused by several diseases, including hypertension, diabetes and atherosclerosis. Vitamin D3 supplements are also available over the counter. "Generally, vitamin D3 is associated with the bones. However, in recent years, in clinical settings people recognise that many patients who have a heart attack will have a deficiency of D3," said Professor Tadeusz Malinski. "It does not mean that the deficiency caused the heart attack, but it increased the risk of heart attack," said Malinski. In the study published in the International Journal of Nanomedicine, the researchers used nanosensors to see why vitamin D3 can be beneficial, especially for the function and restoration of the cardiovascular system. The team ...
Brain pacemaker to help Alzheimer's patients
In a first, US researchers have developed a brain pacemaker that could slow down the decline in problem-solving and decision-making skills in patients with Alzheimer's disease.
Traumatic brain injury linked to dementia risk even after 30 years
People who suffer a traumatic brain injury -- occurring when an external force injures the brain -- may be at increased risk of developing dementia even after 30 years, says a study.
Metallic stent placed in 10-year old boy who had mistakenly swallowed acid
Doctors at a private hospital here have successfully placed a kid-sized metallic stent across the narrowed part of the oesophagus of a 10-year-old- boy who was unable to swallow his own saliva, leave aside food and water, after gulping down sulphuric acid by mistake.
Bacteria in milk may trigger rheumatoid arthritis: study
A strain of bacteria commonly found in milk and beef may be a trigger for developing rheumatoid arthritis in people who are genetically at risk, according to a study. Researchers at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in the US have discovered a link between rheumatoid arthritis and Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis, known as MAP, a bacteria found in about half the cows in the US. The bacteria can be spread to humans through the consumption of infected milk, beef and produce fertilised by cow manure. The researchers are the first to report this connection between MAP and rheumatoid arthritis in a study published in the journal Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology. They had previously discovered a connection between MAP and Crohn's disease. Crohn's and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) share the same genetic predispositions and both are often treated using the same types of immunosuppressive drugs. "Here you have two inflammatory diseases, one affects
'Muscle memory' exists at DNA level: Study
In a first, researchers have shown that human muscles possess a 'memory' of earlier growth at the DNA level.
Vitamin D3 may heal or prevent damage to your heart
Are you suffering from heart disease? A treatment with Vitamin D3 might help restore damage to your cardiovascular system, finds a study.
Bacteria in milk may trigger rheumatoid arthritis: Study
Researchers have found that a strain of bacteria commonly found in milk may be a trigger for developing rheumatoid arthritis in people who are genetically at risk.
New online tool imparts knowledge of breast cancer treatment options
Researchers have developed a new online technology to help breast cancer patients understand their treatment options.In order to help patients in the complex decision-making process about their treatment, researchers from Cancer Surveillance and Outcomes Research Team at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center developed an interactive tool.Sarah T. Hawley, Ph.D., MPH, professor of internal medicine at Michigan Medicine, and colleagues carried out the process.According to a previous study, published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, patients using the interactive tool had higher knowledge and felt more prepared to make a treatment decision, as compared to static informational websites users.Researchers enrolled 537 patients with newly diagnosed early-stage, breast cancer from multiple practices spread throughout four states. Patients were randomised to view a tailored, interactive decision tool called iCanDecide or to view similar information on a static website.They .
Strides Shasun receives approval for Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment
First topical approval from flagship plant in Bangalore
New 'smart' material to help fight tooth decay
Researchers have developed a 'smart' material to minimise new cavities caused by bacteria digging under the dental fillings. These recurrent caries affect 100 million patients every year and cost an additional USD 34 billion to treat, researchers said. In the study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers from the University of Toronto in Canada have proposed a novel solution. They have developed a filling material with tiny particles made by self-assembly of antimicrobial drugs which is designed to stop bacteria in its tracks. These particles may solve one of the biggest problems with antibacterial filling materials: storing enough drug within the material to be effective for someone's entire life. "Adding particles packed with antimicrobial drugs to a filling creates a line of defence against cavity-causing bacteria," said Professor Ben Hatton. "Traditionally there has only been enough drug to last a few weeks. We discovered a combination of drugs and ...
Complications differ in reconstruction surgery for transgender patients
Turns out, the complications differ in reconstruction surgery for male-to-female and cis-male transgender patients.A new study has found that risks of penile reconstruction surgery, also known as phalloplasty, appear higher in female-to-male transgender (trans-male) patients, compared to the risks posed by native male (cis-male) patients undergoing surgery.Jeffrey B. Friedrich, MD, of University of Washington, Seattle, conducted the study with colleagues from American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).According to Dr. Friedrich, complications are also less frequent when reconstruction of the urethra (urethroplasty) is done as a single-stage procedure.He noted, "Our results provide useful information for surgeons and patients to consider when discussing options, risks, and expected outcomes of phalloplasty".The study also focused on increased phalloplasty risks for trans-male patients and with staged-urethral surgery.The team of researchers analysed the findings of 50 previous studies
Researchers advance the understanding of preterm birth
In a groundbreaking research, scientists from University of Pennsylvania have found specific bacteria that might change the cervix of a pregnant woman and lead to preterm birth.The study examined the effects of three specific bacteria (Mobiluncus mulieris, Gardnerella vaginalis and Lactobacillus) on cervical cell.The team found that two of the bacteria studied play a role in spontaneous preterm birth by compromising the cervix and causing changes in the expression of genes. The third bacteria studied did not have the same effect.Study's lead author, Michal Elovitz, noted, "Vaginal and cervical bacteria have diverse effects on the cervix. After previous human studies, in which the mechanism was not fully understood, this is an exciting next step to better understanding spontaneous preterm birth."The study will be presented in Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine's (SMFM) annual meeting, The Pregnancy Meeting on February 1.
Heal cardiovascular damage with Vitamin D3
According to a recent research, a group of scientists have found that a little more sunlight might help restore damage to your cardiovascular system.The study, done by Ohio University, shows that Vitamin D3 could help restore damage to the cardiovascular system caused by diseases like hypertension and diabetes.Dr Tadeusz Malinski, lead author of the study said, "Generally, vitamin D3 is associated with the bones. However, in recent years, in clinical settings people recognize that many patients who have a heart attack will have a deficiency of D3. It doesn't mean that the deficiency caused the heart attack, but it increased the risk of heart attack."He added, "We use nanosensors to see why vitamin D3 can be beneficial, especially for the function and restoration of the cardiovascular system".The team has developed unique methods and systems of measurements using nanosensors, which are about 1,000 times smaller in diameter than a human hair, to track the impacts of Vitamin D3 on single
Suven gets product patents from Aripo and South Korea
Suven Life Sciences has secured a product patent each from African Regional Intellectual Property Organisation (Aripo) and South Korea corresponding to new chemical entities (NCEs) for the treatment of disorders associated with neurodegenerative diseases. The two patents are valid through 2033 and 2034, respectively, the company said in a BSE filing. "We are pleased by the grant of these patents to Suven for our pipeline of molecules in the central nervous system (CNS) arena, which are being developed for cognitive disorders with high unmet medical need with a huge market potential globally," Suven Life CEO Venkat Jasti said. According to the company, the granted claims of the patents are being developed as therapeutic agents and are useful in treatment of cognitive impairment associated with neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson and Schizophrenia. The stock was trading 1 per cent higher at Rs 226.65 apiece on BSE.
Suven Life Sciences secures two product patents
In Aripo and South Korea
Strides Shasun receives USFDA approval for Piroxicam capsules
Product approval from Oral dosage facility at Bangalore
Vaping cause DNA mutation
It has come to light that vaping could mutate DNA and likely increase the risk of cancer and heart diseases.In a new study, scientists warned that nicotine in e-cigarettes could convert into DNA-damaging chemicals.Researchers from the New York University School of Medicine found that vaping is dangerous and hence should not be promoted as safe, despite being less harmful than smoking.During the tests, some mice were exposed to smokes emanating from e-cigarettes. It was found that they had higher levels of DNA damage in the heart, bladder, and lungs than those breathing normal filtered air.Also, DNA repair systems responsible for protection against cancer were also impaired in the exposed animals.Dr. Moon-shong Tang, team leader, said, as quoted by the Independent, "We propose that ECS (e-cigarette smoke) is carcinogenic and that e-cig smokers have a higher risk than non-smokers to develop lung and bladder cancer and heart diseases".The tests were also carried on cultured human lung ...
3 US firms to create company providing employees with healthcare
Three giant firms in the US -- Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase -- announced on Tuesday their intention to create a company that will provide healthcare for their US employees.
Health investors roll out unwelcome mat for Amazon's arrival
NEW YORK (Reuters) - As press releases go, it was vague and brief - six paragraphs, 394 words in all. In general terms, it described the beginnings of an effort by three big U.S. companies to team up to improve their employees' healthcare services and save money.