Specific blood-derived cells promote survival in heart attack model
( Cell Transplantation Center of Excellence for Aging and Brain Repair ) When monocyte derivatives were implanted in mouse models of myocardial infarction, researchers found that the implanted cells Continue Reading
Longer Antiviral Treatment Prevents Lung Transplant Complications
(PhysOrg.com) -- Extending the course of treatment to prevent a common virus after lung transplantation dramatically reduces infection rates and possibly the risk of the body rejecting the new lungs, Continue Reading
Men get your checkups!
With the approach of Father's Day on Sunday, veteran doctor Garry M. Bombardier was asked to review how men can take preventative measures to stay healthy through their lives, and what tests are Continue Reading
Hospitals lay off 163 employees
SPRINGFIELD - The Sisters of Providence Health System, which operates Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, laid off 163 workers Tuesday in hopes of closing an expected $14 million budget deficit for Continue Reading
Exercise in the morning to beat the summer heat and humidity
Exercise during the summer months can be more difficult and taxing on your body. As the outdoor temperature and humidity climbs, it becomes harder for your body to rid its own heat and your body Continue Reading
Low-income children still short on good dental care
Nearly 104,000 children in Allegheny County are covered by Medicaid, yet even though they are required to enroll in a managed care organization, a new study suggests a significant percentage of them Continue Reading
Cooling their paws
COVINGTON — It’s not even the dog days of summer yet, but rising temperatures have made it uncomfortable for most two-legged and four-legged creatures. Continue Reading
The Business Journal Q & A: Scott Fowler, MD
Dr. Jerry Miller, the founder of Holston Medical Group, may have caught a few people by surprise when he announced at the Junior Achievement Hall of Fame Gala that he would be stepping down as Continue Reading
Stanford study first to show antibodies involved in nerve repair in injuries
Antibodies -- warrior proteins the immune system makes to defend the body against invading pathogens such as viruses and bacteria - have a gentler side nobody knew about until now: They function not Continue Reading
Stiff joints? Marketers have a drink for you
While tablets that combine glucosamine and chondroitin are popular for those seeking relief from arthritis, Elations offers the supplements in the form of a bottled 8-ounce juice drink or powder mix, Continue Reading
Coffee health debate is well grounded in fact
When you wake up at the crack of dawn each day, like cafe owner Natalia Kost-Lupichuk, you need your coffee. Milk, no sugar, please, Kost-Lupichuk says. Continue Reading
A Toast to Supple Joints, With Glucosamine and Chondroitin Drinks
Arthritis sufferers are seeking relief by using glucosamine, chondroitin or other supplements even though some doctors are doubters. Continue Reading
Antibodies involved in nerve repair in injuries, researchers find
Antibodies -- proteins the immune system makes to defend the body against invading pathogens -- have a gentler side nobody knew about until now: They function not only as soldiers but also as nurses. Continue Reading
Coffee’s Endless Health Debate is Grounded in Fact
A look at the pros and cons of coffee drinking Continue Reading
Cloned Foal Birth – University Of Florida College Of Veterinary Medicine And UF’s Large Animal Hospital Collaborate
The management of a high-risk pregnant mare and her foal's subsequent birth might be business as usual at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, but the case of Minnie and Mouse Continue Reading
Molecular imaging detects first signs of Alzheimer’s disease
Research is furthering efforts to use molecular imaging as a means of early detection of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers are striving to detect the disease as early as possible by imaging the Continue Reading
Anti-addiction drug gets boost
It took seven turns at detox centers and more than a few brushes with the law before Jennifer Ulich was able to... Continue Reading
The coffee health debate is well grounded in fact
People often refer to their java habit as an unhealthy indulgence, but that's not necessarily so. Here's a look at coffee's perks and pitfalls. Continue Reading
Hospital to offer new sports training camp
CHARLOTTE - It is estimated that more than 100,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries alone occur nationwide in individuals between 15 and 25 years of age. Continue Reading
UK basketball notebook: Southern Cal a cautionary tale
Follow the money, that famous phrase from the Watergate political scandal, applies to college athle Continue Reading
