Natural products evade safety checks in weight loss claims
Dr. Joelle Nortier and Dr. David Kessler warn that herbal weight loss capsules containing Aristolochia fangchi pose serious kidney and cancer risks. Cases from Belgium show end stage renal failure and urinary tract cancers linked to Stephania tetrandra and Magnolia officinalis. Public belief in natural remedies masks lack of premarket safety proof and quality control.
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Belgium
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Yale University School of Medicine
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Ruedy Gazette columnist wins national cancer awards
Shirley Ruedy receives two national honors for cancer coverage including the 2000 Action for Cancer Awareness Award to be presented September 14 at a Capitol Hill luncheon. She also earns a Clarion Award from the Association for Women in Communications, ceremony September 21 in Austin, Texas.
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Cancer Research Foundation of America
Capitol Hill
Ruedy
Barbara Grassley
U.S
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Aiona
the Gazette
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Association For Women In Communications
Austin
Texas
Seattle Times
Atlanta Journal- Constitution
The
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Warriors Stress Warmups and Gear Across Sports
The article urges proper warmups for golf and skating to prevent injuries. It also emphasizes wrist guards for inline skating, knee and elbow protection, and safe fall techniques. It notes running injuries from overuse and advises cross training, strength work, and proper footwear to reduce stress.
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Duffey
Hostility Linked to Higher Heart Disease Risk Over 10 Years
A Journal of the American Medical Association study found young adults with high hostility scores were 2.5 times more likely to show heart disease signs a decade later than those with average or lower hostility. Researchers suggest elevated stress hormones raise blood pressure and disease risk.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Five health information sites for seniors to start with
A Washington Post round up highlights MedlinePlus as a premier senior health resource with links to credible government and nonprofit sources and updated topics. It also reviews HealthScout, AARP, and ThirdAge for senior wellness content and practical guidance.
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Washington Post
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MedlinePlus
National Library of Medicine
Medline
Symptoms you should never ignore for AP Special Features
Medical expert Dr. Elaine Alpert outlines warning signs needing medical input, including unexplained weight loss, persistent or severe headaches, chest or abdominal pain, unexplained bruises and bleeding, and signs of low mood. She stresses timely doctor visits and treatment possibilities.
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Elaine Alpert
Boston University School of Medicine
Reader’s Digest
New Choices Magazine
Alpert
Weight loss and exercise lower blood pressure in study
A 26 week trial with 133 mildly hypertensive adults shows both exercise and weight loss reduce blood pressure, with weight-management plus exercise yielding the greatest drop. Results highlight benefits for sedentary overweight individuals with mild hypertension.
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The
Archives of Internal Medicine
Archinte
Amaassn
Health notes and community health events listed
Health notes details include a Manchester Blood Drive on August 2 at the Delaware County Community Center from 12:30 to 5:30 PM. Also listed are HAWK health insurance for children through Healthy Linn Care Network, and Alzheimer’s Group and Stroke Club meetings at St Luke’s Hospital, plus a Free Blood Pressure Check on July 31 at The Medicine Shoppe.
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Manchester
Delaware County
HAWK
Iowa
Healthy Linn Care Network
First Ave. SE
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