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May 12, 2008 |
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S-Adenosyl methionine (SAMe) versus celecoxib for the treatment of osteoarthritis symptoms: A double-blind cross-over trial [ISRCTN36233495] – Source: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, Feb 2004
The dietary supplement SAMe had a slower onset of action but supported improved comfort in knee osteoarthritis patients as effectively as the prescription drug celecoxib (brand name CelebrexR). [Source: BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, Feb 2004] |
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May 09, 2008 |
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Association of Oral Calcitriol [vitamin D] with Improved Survival in Nondialyzed CKD [Chronic Kidney Disease] – Source: Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, Aug 2008
Calcitriol taken by mouth is associated with significant reduction of risk for dialysis and mortality in nondialysis patients with chronic kidney disease. Cacitriol is a form of vitamin D that may help address/avoid low levels of calcium in the blood. Not appropriate for those with abnormally high calcium levels. [Source: Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, Aug 2008] |
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May 09, 2008 |
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Curcumin and cancer: An ‘old-age’ disease with an ‘age-old’ solution – Source: Cancer Letters, May 5, 2008
MD Anderson Cancer Center summarizes research indicating the potential benefits of curcumin to support the body’s defenses against various types of cancer (not to mention many other conditions, from arthritis to psoriasis). [Source: Cancer Letters, May 5, 2008] |
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May 06, 2008 |
Chat |
Letters From Our Readers - Comments & Suggestions 05-07-08
Letters From Our Readers - Comments & Suggestions 05-07-08 |
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May 06, 2008 |
Chat |
Letters From Our Readers - Q&A Session 05-07-08
Letters From Our Readers - Q&A Session 05-07-08 |
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May 05, 2008 |
Article |
Connecticut Attorney General's Investigation Reveals Flawed Lyme Disease Guideline Process, IDSA Agrees To Reassess Guidelines, Install Independent Arbiter
Attorney General Richard Blumenthal announced that his antitrust investigation has uncovered serious flaws in the Infectious Diseases Society of America's process for writing its 2006 Lyme disease guidelines - and the IDSA has agreed to reassess them with the assistance of an outside arbiter. |
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May 03, 2008 |
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Effects of fluoxetine [Prozac] on disease activity in relapsing multiple sclerosis: A double-blind, placebo-controlled, exploratory study - Source: Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery and Psychiatry, May 1, 2008
This six-month “proof-of-concept study shows that fluoxetine [Prozac] tends to reduce the formation of new enhancing lesions in patients with MS.” During the last 4 months, 63% of treated patients had no new areas of inflammation, vs. 26% of those on placebo. [Source: Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery and Psychiatry, May 1, 2008] |
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May 02, 2008 |
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Treatment of osteoarthritis with PycnogenolR. The SVOS (San Valentino Osteo-arthrosis Study): Evaluation of signs, symptoms, physical performance and vascular aspects – Source: Phytotherapy Research, Apr 2008
Osteoarthritis study reports supplementation with antioxidant bark extract may support symptom improvement & analgesic use reduction.[Source: Phytotherapy Research, Apr 2008] |
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May 01, 2008 |
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Enhances Depression Outcome in Patients with Comorbid Major Depressive Disorder and Insomnia - Source: Sleep, Apr 2008
Study provides evidence that augmenting an antidepressant medication with a brief, symptom focused, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is promising for individuals with depressive disorder and comorbid insomnia in terms of alleviating both depression and insomnia. [Source: Sleep, Apr 2008] |
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Apr 29, 2008 |
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Cod liver oil (omega-3 fatty acids) as an non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug sparing agent in rheumatoid arthritis – Source: Rheumatology, May 2008
39% of RA patients taking fish oil cut their need for NSAID pain relievers (such as ibuprofen, aspirin) by more than one-third while also reducing pain scores. These pain relievers are associated with gastrointestinal and cardiovascular side effects. Free full text available online. [Source: Rheumatology, May 2008] |
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