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| Media News by Date | | | | November 2007 | | Fish Oil May Be Good Supplemental Treatment For Lupus. Study Suggests. At the end of the study, participants who had been taking omega-3 fish oil showed significant improvement in all areas of measurement, including improved blood vessel function and a reduction in cell damaging molecules—resulting in potential cardiovascular benefits. (Science Daily) American College of Rheumatology (2007, November 11). (Also see: Lupus and Alternative Therapies ) | | Exercise And Education Helps Women With Fibromyalgia. An exercise program that incorporates walking, strength training and stretching may improve daily function and alleviate symptoms in women with fibromyalgia, according to a new article. (ScienceDaily) JAMA and Archives Journals (2007, November 13). (Also see: Fibromyalgia ) | | A Blistering Attack on Skin Diseases. In the medical world blisters can be a source of useful information. The proteins unique to blister fluid included some which have previously been recognised as biomarkers, such as cystatin A and ezrin (skin tumours), cystatin C (renal function), C-reactive protein (psoriasis) and interleukin-6 signal transducer, also known as gp130 (scleroderma). Proteomics. 11/15/07. (Also see: Causes of Scleroderma: Interleukins ) | | Flu Shot Tip Sheet. Flu season is here. Get the flu shot facts with this timely tipsheet. WebMD. 11/10/07. | | Germ Warfare: Common Cold & Flu Culprits. It's cold and flu season again, and the most innocent of objects could be your greatest health threat. WebMD. 11/10/07. | | Cox-2 Use Is Down, but Ulcers Are Up. Patients turn to traditional NSAID painkillers but skip drugs that protect their stomachs. WebMD. 11/10/07. (Also see: Medications ) | | New Study Shows Smoking Increases Risk Of Psoriasis. Researchers have found that smoking increases the risk of developing psoriasis, heavier smoking increases the risk further, and the risk decreases only slowly after quitting. Medical News Today. 10/29/07. (Also see: Psoriasis ) | | Why Garlic Is Good for You. Garlic Relaxes Blood Vessels, Increases Blood Flow. WebMD. 10/31/07. (Also see: Alternative Therapies and Raynaud's ) | | Tissue Destruction Blocked By Natural Product From Amazon Rainforest. The discovery's unique actions suggest a broad set of applications in various joint, skin and gastrointestinal diseases, including osteoarthritis and irritable bowel syndrome. Medical News Today. 10/25/07. (Also see: Arthritis and GI involvement ) | | Scientist Discovers Clue In Mysterious Lung Disease. Even though it affects more than 5 million people world-wide, pulmonary fibrosis remains a mysterious and incurable disease. A recent discovery could someday change that. Researchers have uncovered a clue as to how this devastating lung disease is formed, and how they might try to stop it. Medical News Today. 10/31/07. (Also see: Pulmonary Fibrosis ) | |
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