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Researchers reveal potential biological factor contributing to racial disparities in prostate cancer
Date: Dec-11-2013Researchers have uncovered a potential biological factor that may contribute to disparities in prostate cancer incidence and mortality between African-American and non-Hispanic white men in the United States, according to results presented at the Sixth AACR Conference on the Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved.In the United States, African-American men are 1.5 times more likely to develop prostate cancer and more than twice as likely to die from the disease compared with non-Hispanic white men.
Use of CPAP for sleep apnea reduces blood pressure for patients with difficult to treat hypertension
Date: Dec-10-2013Among patients with obstructive sleep apnea and hypertension that requires 3 or more medications to control, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment for 12 weeks resulted in a decrease in 24-hour average and diastolic blood pressure and an improvement in the nocturnal blood pressure pattern, compared to patients who did not receive CPAP, according to a study appearing in the December 11 issue of JAMA. "Systemic hypertension is one of the most treatable cardiovascular risk factors.
Acid-suppressing medications associated with vitamin B12 deficiency
Date: Dec-10-2013Use for 2 or more years of proton pump inhibitors and histamine 2 receptor antagonists (two types of acid-inhibiting medications) was associated with a subsequent new diagnosis of vitamin B 12 deficiency, according to a study appearing in the December 11 issue of JAMA. "Vitamin B 12 deficiency is relatively common, especially among older adults; it has potentially serious medical complications if undiagnosed.
Low folate in male diet linked to risk of offspring birth defects
Date: Dec-10-2013Previous research has shown that what mothers eat during pregnancy affects the health of their offspring. But now, a new study suggests that a father's diet prior to conception could also play an important role in their child's health, particularly when it comes to consumption of folate.Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is found naturally in a broad variety of foods, including dark green leafy vegetables, nuts, beans, peas, fruit and fruit juices, dairy products, poultry and meat, eggs, seafood and grains.
Type 2 diabetics 'have better glucose control' with exercise game
Date: Dec-10-2013Exercise video games are used by many people worldwide to adopt a regular exercise routine, help with weight loss or to simply play with friends. But new research suggests the popular games could help people with type 2 diabetes to improve control of their glucose levels.Type 2 diabetes occurs when cells in the body that produce insulin are unable to make enough, or when the insulin that is produced does not work effectively - known as insulin resistance.
Type 2 diabetics 'have better glucose control' with exercise game
Date: Dec-10-2013Exercise video games are used by many people worldwide to adopt a regular exercise routine, help with weight loss or to simply play with friends. But new research suggests the popular games could help people with type 2 diabetes to improve control of their glucose levels.Type 2 diabetes occurs when cells in the body that produce insulin are unable to make enough, or when the insulin that is produced does not work effectively - known as insulin resistance.
Five healthy behaviors lower dementia risk, study shows
Date: Dec-10-2013A 35-year study from the UK cites five lifestyle behaviors that have been shown to reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and researchers say these healthy habits are more beneficial than medical treatments or preventative procedures.The study, published in the journal PLOS One, was led by Prof. Peter Elwood of Cardiff University's School of Medicine.He and his team analyzed data from the Caerphilly Cohort Study, which recorded healthy behaviors in 2,235 men aged 45-49 from 1979 to 2004, in Caerphilly, UK.
Five healthy behaviors lower dementia risk, study shows
Date: Dec-10-2013A 35-year study from the UK cites five lifestyle behaviors that have been shown to reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and researchers say these healthy habits are more beneficial than medical treatments or preventative procedures.The study, published in the journal PLOS One, was led by Prof. Peter Elwood of Cardiff University's School of Medicine.He and his team analyzed data from the Caerphilly Cohort Study, which recorded healthy behaviors in 2,235 men aged 45-49 from 1979 to 2004, in Caerphilly, UK.
Low folate in male diet linked to risk of offspring birth defects
Date: Dec-10-2013Previous research has shown that what mothers eat during pregnancy affects the health of their offspring. But now, a new study suggests that a father's diet prior to conception could also play an important role in their child's health, particularly when it comes to consumption of folate.Folate, also known as vitamin B9, is found naturally in a broad variety of foods, including dark green leafy vegetables, nuts, beans, peas, fruit and fruit juices, dairy products, poultry and meat, eggs, seafood and grains.
Biosimilars and Biobetters Conference, 7th - 8th April 2014, Iselin, New Jersey
Date: Dec-10-2013After the phenomenal success of our Biosimilars and Biobetters event hosted in London in October, the SMi Group is delighted to announce the launch of the Biosimilars and Biobetters Conference in Iselin, New Jersey, USA, in April 2014. Registration is now open.Through a series of exciting panel discussions, presentations and workshops, delivered by true industry experts and players, the Biosimilars and Biobetters USA conference will offer effective strategies and solutions for developing cost effective biosimilars for the future.
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