University College London neurology professor becomes first recipient of Lord Brain Memorial Medal
University College London neurology professor becomes first recipient of Lord Brain Memorial Medal
Andrew Lees, Professor of Neurology at University College London, is to be the first ever recipient of the Lord Brain Memorial Medal – awarded for the scientific contributions he has made to the field of movement disorders within the UK. He will receive the medal following his delivery of the inaugural Lord Brain Memorial Lecture; “Brainwashed by the Black Stuff,” at Barts and The London Medical …
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Study highlights importance of individualized, patient-centered therapies
Study highlights importance of individualized, patient-centered therapies
In an analysis from the Action to Control Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes (ACCORD) trial, one of the largest studies of its kind to determine whether intensive blood glucose (sugar) control worked better than standard blood sugar control among diabetics, results show that the benefits of intensive therapy need to be balanced against the increase in total and cardiovascular disease-related death …
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Elizabeth Edwards battles tumors in legs, spine, skull
Elizabeth Edwards battles tumors in legs, spine, skull
In a snippet Tuesday, we learned that Elizabeth Edwards has been inspired by Sandra Bullock. But how is Edwards’ health?
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New guidelines urge cancer survivors to get more exercise
New guidelines urge cancer survivors to get more exercise
Associated Press WASHINGTON Cancer survivors, better work up a sweat. New guidelines are
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Bisphenol A (BPA) containing baby bottles to be phased out
Bisphenol A (BPA) containing baby bottles to be phased out
Federal Parliamentary Secretary for Health Mark Butler has announced that following public concern and a safety review ordered by US health regulators, the phase out will begin from today. He also revealed that according to Food Standards Australia New Zealand intake levels are very low and do not pose a risk to babies’ health.
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Breast Cancer Treatment Options (01): Overview
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Oakland and Berkeley, CA Breast Cancer Treatment Options (01): Overview Video for Women Newly Diagnosed with Breast Cancer The purpose of this video is to guide you through the stages of evaluation of this disease, describe factors that affect prognosis, and discuss various treatments which may be appropriate for you. We don’t endorse or recommend one course of treatment over another, but rather provide this information to help you understand your options before you consult with your doctors about your treatment plan. Please note: Viewing this video works best over a high speed internet connection. If you’d prefer to receive a DVD copy, please call our office at (510) 204-1591.
Study finds prostate screening cuts cancer deaths
Study finds prostate screening cuts cancer deaths
An extensive study into the merits of screening men between the ages of 50 and 65 for prostate cancer has found it can cut death rates from the disease by as much as half, Swedish scientists said Thursday.
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Study finds prostate screening cuts cancer deaths
Study finds prostate screening cuts cancer deaths
An extensive study into the merits of screening men between the ages of 50 and 65 for prostate cancer has found it can cut death rates from the disease by as much as half, Swedish scientists said Thursday.
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Will your Breasts sag if you don’t wear a Bra?
Is it true that your breasts will sag if you don’t wear a bra? Get the facts from surgical breast specialist Dr. Kristi Funk as special co-host of The Doctors
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