Drugs & Treatments

Global Post Article Talks About Lyme Disease and Embryonic Stem Cell Therapy

Posted Sun, 2009/10/11 - 02:20 by amybscher

The India Story, Lyme Disease, Drugs & Treatments

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Global Post writer Mridu Khullar nailed an article on Dr. Shroff's stem cell therapy in India, fairly telling the story and accurately covering the delicate issues that surround it. My story as well as my doctor's comments were also included. Thank you Mridu for going beyond what most of the media ever does -- and reaching a place where the story ends up telling itself.

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Toad Venom And Cancer Therapy

Posted Fri, 2009/10/09 - 21:52 by Fred Lee

Drugs & Treatments, Cancer

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Research out of Texas has found that dried venom secreted from the skin of toads may slow the progression of certain cancers. The venom, also known as huachansu, is used extensively in China to treat certain cancers.

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Can We Handle An H1N1 (Swine Flu) Virus Outbreak This Fall?

Posted Thu, 2009/10/08 - 18:52 by Amer Kaissi

Drugs & Treatments

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In the event of an H1N1 virus outbreak this fall, some states might not have enough available beds to care for patients requiring hospitalization, according to a new report.

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EMDR Is Gaining Ground In Mainstream Medicine

Posted Tue, 2009/08/18 - 22:09 by Liora Hess

Alternative Treatments, Drugs & Treatments

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While producing a few skeptics along the way, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as treatment for PTSD and other mental health disorders is becoming an acceptable form of therapy in the mainstream medical community.

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Weightlifting Is Good for Breast Cancer Survivors

Posted Fri, 2009/08/14 - 20:18 by Fred Lee

Drugs & Treatments, Cancer

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Lifting weights has been shown to be beneficial to breast cancer survivors.

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Aspirin May Lower Risk Of Cancer Fatalities

Posted Fri, 2009/08/14 - 07:03 by Fred Lee

Prevention, Drugs & Treatments, Cancer

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In addition to lessening pain while also helping to prevent heart attacks and strokes, aspirin is now believed to increase the chance of survival for patients suffering from colon cancer.

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Treatment For Diabetes That Comes In A Pill

Posted Wed, 2009/08/12 - 19:07 by Fred Lee

Diabetes, Drugs & Treatments

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The potential discovery of a pill to treat diabetes could spell the end of needles sticks for many diabetics.

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Food Dye And Spinal Cord Injuries

Posted Wed, 2009/08/05 - 20:12 by Fred Lee

Drugs & Treatments

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A new study has found that the dye Brilliant Blue G (BBG), which is both structurally and functionally similar to the dye used in some processed foods, might actually help prevent the secondary damage that commonly follows a traumatic injury to the spine.

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Music Is Good For Your Brain

Posted Mon, 2009/06/29 - 23:26 by Fred Lee

Alternative Treatments, Drugs & Treatments

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Music as a form of therapy is gaining credibility as an effective way to treat a wide range of neurological disorders, including Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease.

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Generic Drugs: A Safe And Sensible Alternative

Posted Sun, 2009/06/28 - 14:58 by Fred Lee

Drugs & Treatments

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Generic drugs are a safe, economical, and effective alternative to high-priced brand name drugs.

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