Health News

Sugar's Role With HIV
UCLA School of Medicine researchers have discovered that a sugar-binding protein may play a part in HIV infection by making individuals more susceptible to the disease.
FDA Approves Nulojix For Kidney Transplant Patients
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Nulojix ( belatacept ) to prevent acute rejection in adult patients who have had a kidney transplant.
FDA: Chantix (varenicline) May Increase Cardiovascular Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is notifying the public that the smoking cessation aid Chantix ( varenicline ) may be associated with a small, increased risk of certain cardiovascular adverse events in patients who have cardiovascular disease.
Calls for Vulnerable Plaque Research
Hoping to spark action, the European Society of Cardiology Working Group of Atherosclerosis and Vascular Biology has published a position paper to bring fatty plaques into the forefront, as well as the need for more therapies to reduce that accumulation.
A Sign of Kidney Failure to Come
Sometimes, doctors can look for signs in patients to see if they are at risk for complication from a disease further down the road. This lets the doctors help their patients to take steps to avoid that problem.
Who Does - and Doesn't - Seek Mental Health Care
Millions of people around the world suffer - often needlessly - with treatable mental health issues. A new study looked at who is most likely to seek help.
Chronic Catnap Challenges
A University of Pittsburgh research group has developed a device that may help non-sleepers get some rest. An evening top hat helps insomnia patients get much needed sleep.
Impulsive People More Committed to Feel Good
Ever seen a man with a wicked smile on his face? There is a good chance he saw something that reminded him of a wonderful memory. People just cannot ignore visual stimuli that remind them of a rewarding experience.
June Buggin' in the Summer
Summer is the time for families to relax and enjoy the sun - but not too much relaxing. Maintaining healthy eating habits and staying active are just as important.
Arresting a Radiation Robber
Radiation therapy before, during or after surgery is the standard of care in treating a number of cancers. Researchers have discovered a protein that works against this therapy.
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