University of Leicester scientists are looking at the role agents derived from food could play in cancer prevention While changes in lifestyle - particularly in smoking and diet - could dramatically reduce the risk of cancer and the financial burden to the NHS, people often find it difficult to make these changes. Medical scientists, therefore, are developing prevention strategies that combine maximum benefit with minimum side effects. [click link for full article]
Archive for October 2nd, 2007
Food For Thought In Cancer Prevention, UK
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007Government Failed To Disclose Information About Risks Of Formula-Feeding Because Of Political, Economic Reasons, Opinion Piece Says
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007The decision to halt an HHS public service campaign that promoted breast-feeding “seems to be a matter of politics and economics,” Wendy Orent, author of the book “Plague: The Mysterious Past and Terrifying Future of the World’s Most Dangerous Disease,” writes in a [click link for full article]
Cholesterol Monitor To Check High Cholesterol Levels In Your Body!
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007Cholesterol is the waxy substance that builds up in the walls of the arteries.
If the cholesterol levels are too high, it can reduce the percentage of oxygen in the blood flowing to the heart and cause heart attacks.
Cholesterol monitor: Cholesterol monitor is the particular process in which you can able to monitor [...]
Bedtime Brushing Tips For Children
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007Tooth decay remains one of the most common diseases of childhood.
Black AIDS Institute Discusses HIV Prevalence Among Blacks
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007When nearly half of the estimated 1.2 million Americans living with HIV/AIDS are black, AIDS in America today is a black disease.
CMS Will Focus On Quality Over Quantity Of Care
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007Payment for medical services must be based on quality rather than quantity.
Bipartisan Congressional Coalition Formed To Support Independent Pharmacists
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007A bill would establish reimbursement schedules and other guidelines for independent pharmacists working with insurers and pharmacy benefit managers.
CMS Required To Reverse Medicare Coverage Decision For Anemia Medications
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007A bill would reverse a CMS decision to limit Medicare coverage for use of anemia medications.
Senate Passes Defense Appropriations Bill With Funds For Military Health Care
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007Senate voted to approve a $648 billion defense authorization bill that includes nearly $950 million for military health care in fiscal year 2008.
Although China Has Low HIV Prevalence, Situation Serious In Some Provinces Affected By Drug Traff…
Tuesday, October 2nd, 2007While the HIV prevalence in China remains low, the situation in several provinces affected by drug trafficking and illegal blood donations is serious.