Wednesday, March 29, 2006

Medical headlines ARDvark Blog

Mononucleosis increases risk of multiple sclerosis
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Infection with Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), resulting in infectious mononucleosis, which primarily effects adolescents and young adults, more than doubles the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) later in life, results of a large review of studies suggest.

Couples must demand better deal for IVF
Infertile patients who spend thousands of pounds trying for a baby are risking exploitation, an expert has claimed

Chocolate may deepen depression
Chocoholics can happily eat chocolate for pleasure but for those who are stressed and clinically depressed, the high is short-lived and chocolate may even deepen the downer, a review shows.

Everyday Foods May Yield Medicinal Benefits
Chives, grape seeds and pine nut oil all show early promise, researchers say.

Most New Moms Exhausted: Study
C-sections, breast-feeding especially linked to postpartum woes.

Expert: Fertility industry needs regulation
Fertility treatment is a multi-billion dollar global industry that needs regulation to protect infertile couples and assure equal access to treatment, a leading American economist said.

New York Times Magazine Examines Issues Surrounding Induced Labor

Delay In Surgery Of Three Months Decreases Survival For Bladder Cancer Patients

Guidelines For Medication Withdrawal: When Or How To Stop

Physicians, Other Care Providers Rally To Protest Closing Of New Orleans' Charity Hospital

Disclosure Of Physicians' Financial Incentives May Increase Trust, Loyalty Among Their Patients

New Handbook Addresses Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual And Transgender Health Issues

High-dose Vitamin C As A Cancer Therapy

Should The US And New Zealand Ban Consumer Drug Ads?

Medical Device Related Adverse Incident Reports, UK

One In Seven Adults Uses The ER For Medical Care, USA

New Study Establishes Criteria To Detect Ovarian Cancer In Asymptomatic Postmenopausal Women

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