MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'bones'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:52:46 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893454&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fscary-images-on-cigarette-packages-do-make-people-think-about-quitting%2F2011.06.02 The World Health Organization (WHO) says graphic health warnings on tobacco packages are a powerful “best buy” in decreasing tobacco use and its many health consequences. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention outlined the research in the MMWR. The World Health Organization (WHO) created a treaty for tobacco product labels that many countries have ratified. Among other requirements, these warnings are expected to appear on at least 30%, and ideally 50% or more, of the package’s principal display areas, and preferably use pictures. To assess how cigarette package labels impact quitting smoking, researchers used data from the Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS) in 14 countries from 2008 to 2010 that had ratified WHO’s tobacco control treaty. Current smokers of ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893454 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 19:00:00 +0100 4893454 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4424282&cid=t_104258_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F01%2Fa-video-on-creativity-in-daily-life%2F A few days ago, my boyfriend sent me a link to a video he said I absolutely had to watch. He first saw it in a seminar at work. The short video introduces viewers to Dewitt Jones, a National Geographic photographer, who shares some of his thoughts on creativity and, essentially, everyday life. In the video, he talks about a key lesson he’s learned: There are amazing things for all of us to see every single day. Whether we actually see these remarkable things depends on our perspective, or as Jones says, on our ability to be creative. We all have the ability to be creative, he says. I’ve talked before about creativity and about connecting to my own creativity on my body image blog, Weightless. (Many fantastic bloggers talked about it too.) I’ve said that creativity is inside all o... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4424282 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:02:05 +0100 4424282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4105635&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34902&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurepundit.com%2Farchives%2F007597.html Shake away those aged aching bones? AUGUSTA, Ga. - A daily dose of whole body vibration may help reduce the usual bone density loss that occurs with age, Medical College of Georgia researchers report. Twelve weeks of daily, 30-minute sessions in 18-month old male mice – which equate to 55- to 65-year-old humans – appear to forestall the expected annual loss that can result in fractures, disability and death. Dr. Karl H. Wenger, biomedical engineer in the MCG Schools of Graduate Studies and Medicine, reported the findings with his colleagues in the journal Bone. Researchers found vibration improved density around the hip joint with a shift toward higher density in the femur, the long bone of the leg, as well.... (Source: FuturePundit) FuturePundit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4105635 Mon, 25 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4105635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003258&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fa-stunning-look-at-the-fragility-of-osteoporosis%2F2010.09.27 Occasionally I like to post great visuals from Street Anatomy. Here is another set, this time depicting the bone fragility of osteoporosis. Apparently these were glass models that were shot as they hit the ground. Stunning: (more…) *This blog post was originally published at KevinMD.com* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003258 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 12:00:29 +0100 4003258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3754039&cid=t_104258_136_f&fid=37852&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdonnatrussell.com%2F2010%2F07%2F14%2Fchoosing-children-a-huge-investment-in-a-perilous-world%2F Saoirse Ronan in "The Lovely Bones" (2009) My new post on Politics Daily / Woman Up. Choosing Children: A Huge Investment in a Perilous World. Kids. Are they bundles of joy? Or crippling burdens? A trip to the mall will remind anyone that it depends on the parent and depends on the kid. However, a headline like that is not going sell papers. Despite the title of New York Magazine cover story “I Love My Children. I Hate My Life,” readers learn on page six of the six-page article that research reveals that in the long run parents do not regret having kids. It’s the childless who have regrets. Sure, kids will ruin your life. But so does everything, if you live long enough. My colleague Sarah Wildman acknowledges the frustrations of raising a child in a country that... Donna Trussell blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3754039 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:11:28 +0100 3754039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3737020&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fbones-yours-might-need-inspection-sooner-than-you-think%2F Osteoporosis might seem like fodder for grandmas, but checking your bone density might be a good idea long before you’re in nursing home territory. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is suggesting that at-risk women get screened for Osteoporosis earlier than was formerly recommended. In the past, doctors recommended that women aged 65 and older or post-menopausal women younger than receive bone scans to screen for osteoporosis, but the USPSTF is now suggesting that women as young as 50 may have a high enough calculated risk that they should get screened. Risk factors include low weight or body mass (women 125 pounds or under are often at higher risk), a history of alcohol and tobacco use, and family history. (To calculate your ten-year risk, check out this free FRAX Fra... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3737020 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 21:24:11 +0100 3737020 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3683700&cid=t_104258_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2FE6JR4DxF-n0%2F           It is estimated that 10 million people over age 50 in the United States have osteoporosis, 80 percent of them women.  Another 34 million people have osteopenia (low bone mass), which predisposes them to developing osteoporosis as they age.  One in two women and about one in four men over age 50 will suffer an osteoporosis-related fracture during their lifetime.  The term osteoporosis actually means “porous bones” – a condition in which the bones lose their mass and mineral content, and eventually become fragile and prone to fracture.  The condition develops when the pace of new bone formation cannot keep up with the loss of bone.  The term is also referred to as “brittle bone disease” and the problem with this condition is that it increases your chance of ... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3683700 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:50:27 +0100 3683700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3499194&cid=t_104258_129_f&fid=36035&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-chronic-pain%2Fpets-with-chronic-pain%2F I don’t know why but I feel a “ruff, ruff” coming on or should I say “Speak!” Okay, I think I will. I hate it when my pets are ill. It’s really hard to take. Most of us love our dogs and cats like we love our children and find they often behave better. They rarely talk back. They seldom stay out too late. They almost never get involved in drugs, wild parties, and rarely fall into bad company unless you’re counting that female in heat that lives up the block. I do have to officially state, however with full disclosure, that every small dog we’ve had, compared to our large dogs, has peed on the floor far more than the kids ever did; but I digress. If you don’t love your pets this much, well, you can stop reading right now. The current issue of Arthritis Today, for May/June ... Life with Chronic Pain blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3499194 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:18:28 +0100 3499194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3441085&cid=t_104258_165_f&fid=37959&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthskills.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F04%2F06%2Fbriefly-off-topic%2F Look what I got up to over the weekend – is this ghoulish or what?! Just look at how beautifully those bones fit together – strength, flexibility and interconnectedness. Poor ewe… Bleached by the sun and wind, I’m not sure how this sheep died, but most of it was half-submerged in the sand, with only a few bones carried off by scavengers. The structures are incredible, fitting together with precision and beauty. The last shot is taken on the Kaitorete Spit looking back towards the hills of Banks Peninsula. (Source: HealthSkills Weblog) HealthSkills Weblog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3441085 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 18:59:01 +0100 3441085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3362369&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fjunk-food-in-schools-child-abuse%2F What do human trafficking, “The Lovely Bones,” and school cafeterias have in common? In varying degrees, they all involve a bit of child abuse. Bear with us: We’re not living out childhood antagonism against the mean lunch lady here. We’re talking about food that kids eat when they’re at school, and that’s everyone’s responsibility. The story goes like this: School budget cuts lead to lunch budget cuts lead to unhealthy fast food in cafeterias. Right now, the U.S. Department of Agriculture gives an average of $2.68 per day for each student’s school lunch. When was the last time you made a nutritious, filling meal for less than three bucks?  Well, schools can’t do it either. The french fries, sloppy joes, nachos, and sugary drinks served in sch... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3362369 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 22:55:40 +0100 3362369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3354580&cid=t_104258_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2F0pFji5IXzRE%2F Two years after issuing warnings about a group of meds known as bisphosphonates, the FDA has determined there is no link between the drugs and thigh-bone fractures (see here). These meds include Merck’s Fosamax, Novartis’ Zometa and Reclast; Procter & Gamble’s Actonel, and Boniva, which is marketed by Glaxo and Roche. The matter, however, isn’t quite settled. The agency is continuing to work with outside experts, including the American Society of Bone and Mineral Research Subtrochanteric Femoral Fracture Task Force, to gather more info. And two new studies released this week at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons found bones of some post-menopausal women who take the meds on a long-term basis to prevent osteoporosis can stop rejuvenating and ... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3354580 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:42:45 +0100 3354580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3224815&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34935&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedicine.com.my%2Fwp%2F%3Fp%3D8277 Aron from the AO Foundation has written in to say that they are making their AO Surgery Reference freely available to all the surgeons worldwide. This is good news for all orthopaedic and trauma surgeons. The reference starts of with a picture of the human skeleton and you can select the anatomical area of interest, drill down according to the fracture and following that the management etc. This reminds me of a little joke I recall from my medical student days. While the origin of the name AO Foundation stems from the German , Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (German for Association for the Study of Internal Fixation) the operative recommendations for fracture treatment also leads one to assume AO stands for “Always Operate”! from the Malaysian Medical Resources Fre... Malaysian Medical Resources blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3224815 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3224815 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172046&cid=t_104258_117_f&fid=37824&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.doctorkalitenko.com%2Fblog%2Fgeneral-health%2Fosteoporosis-can-be-your-killer Kyphosis, a curving of the spine, or popularly called a hunchback, is often associated in later years with osteoporosis. Kyphosis leads to many health problems, however, besides osteoporosis. Among them, and perhaps the most serious is respiratory problems, and eventually possible heart failure. The standard treatment for osteoporisis are biophosphonates with Calcium and Vitamin D. But here is where the controversy is. Biophosphonates, especially in the case of osteoporosis, cause the bones to have constant turnover, and inhibits the digestion of bone by osteoclasts. And vitamin D, as we know, stengthens our bones. But even though this seems to be the standard treatment, it is not really effective because we are not told to take enough of it!Not only that, but the calcium you are often to... Doctor Kalitenko antiaging blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172046 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:59:23 +0100 3172046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3096896&cid=t_104258_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencebase.com%2Fscience-blog%2Fmyrrh-bones-and-medical-waste.html Hepatic epiphany for myrrh – A statistical analysis of experimental data on laboratory animals shows that the resin of the middle-eastern tree Commiphora, better known as “myrrh” can act as a protective antioxidant against liver damage caused by organic lead compounds. Myrrh is a rust-coloured resin obtained from several species of Commiphora and Balsamodendron tree, native to the Middle East and Ethiopia. It is perhaps best known as one of the gifts of the Magi offered to the infant Jesus, along with gold and frankincense in the Christmas legend. During that time, myrrh was revered as an embalming ointment and is also an ingredient in incense. Crystal first for enzyme – For the first time, researchers have used X-ray crystallography and NMR to directly visualize an... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3096896 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:25:04 +0100 3096896 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2927454&cid=t_104258_122_f&fid=35055&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsarasotaneurology.com%2F2009%2F10%2F25%2Fregenerative-medicine-platelet-rich-plasma-provides-joint-pain-relief%2F As a neurologist who sees many patients with neck, back and various joint pains, I practice an area of medicine known as neuro-orthopedics. As such, I treat patients for their pain without surgical intervention. Many patients with neck, back and joint pain (knee pain, shoulder pain, elbow pain, etc.) can be successfully treated without invasive surgery and the many risk that go along with this. With surgery there is also a prolonged recovery time and need for extensive rehabilitation. The area of medicine that applies to successfully treating patients without surgery or use of narcotic medications is known as regenerative medicine. In this field, platelet rich plasma is injected into the affected joint, tendon, ligament or soft tissue area that has pain and is failing to heal completely. T... Sarasota Neurology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2927454 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:00:24 +0100 2927454 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2838982&cid=t_104258_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F09%2F28%2F6-healthy-habits-that-can-make-you-sick%2F I dance the Macarena whenever I come across an article that argues against healthy living. I cautioned you against too much positive thinking a few days ago. I laughed while reading research about dark chocolate firing up the happy brain. And I high fived the doctors who warn folks against too much sunscreen — because it blocks the vitamin D that all of us need. I hate that stuff and was looking long and hard for an excuse not to look like a clown this summer. Thank you! I’ve even performed the opposite of an intervention with one of my friends last week who was foolishly trying to give up alcohol and nicotine at the same time. “No, no, no,” I told her. “You can’t do both of these together and expect to keep friends. Now I suggest you go pour yourself a ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2838982 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:43:58 +0100 2838982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2705190&cid=t_104258_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F8hexCbS8pB0%2F While this isn’t a guaranteed cure and it’s certainly not for all types of headaches, researchers have found that if you have headaches caused by neck problems, disc replacements in the neck or disc replacements may rid you of your headaches. A study of 1004 patients with cervical spine disease, published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS) found that 86.4% of the patients complained of headaches, with over half saying the headaches were severe. Two years after surgery, 803 patients responded to questionnaires from the researchers. Of these 803 patients, 65.1% said they still had headaches. Broken down, 46.7% said their headaches were mild, 18.4% said they were severe. What is cervical disc disease? Cervical disc disease is the result of the cervical bones in the ne... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2705190 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 23:30:58 +0100 2705190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2653837&cid=t_104258_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2Fw9MqtYBntBI%2F The number of bone fractures due to osteoporosis is rising dramatically in the United States - resulting in a hospitalization rate due to such fractures up 55% from 1995 to 2006. Osteoporosis, thinning of the bones, affects approximately 10 million Americans. It’s a silent disease, one you don’t know you have until you break a bone, likely from a very innocent and not hard fall. More women get osteoporosis than men, because being post-menopausal increases your risk of developing it. However, men can easily fall into the category of higher risk if they’re of slim build, take corticosteroids for health issues, alcohol abuse, and so on. According to this article, Osteoporosis-linked Fractures Have Risen Dramatically, [F]ractures associated with osteoporosis: - Accounted for ... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2653837 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:58:09 +0100 2653837 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2464336&cid=t_104258_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F7wR7eBIeH5k%2F Remember that 2001 film “Unbreakable” starring Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson? The film is about a man (Jackson) who became a successful, wealthy comic-book dealer despite having osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) or Brittle Bone Disease. Features of Brittle Bone Disease. Image: Newscom Art imitates life and, in this real-life example, teenage girl Brittney Woodland has her own successful story to tell, despite the challenges of having Brittle Bone.  Woodland has graduated from high school and her local paper Seattle Times carried her story. Brittle Bone is a genetic disorder of the connective tissues, where bones are so fragile and tend to fracture from any physical trauma or weight-bearing movements. The disorder include other symptoms like a blue sclera, short stature, hearing loss ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2464336 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 07:17:13 +0100 2464336 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2287311&cid=t_104258_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F9_4AP_RIl9E%2F From being the ultimate Bond poster girl to speaking up about osteoporosis, actress Ursula Andress has come a long way. Ursula Andress Ms Andress, born in Swizterland in 1936, was one of the major sexy women and actresses of her time. If you look at her now, you’d hardly believe she’s in her 70s. But, despite taking good care of her body and her physical beauty, time has ravaged her bones, resulting in osteoporosis. As a result of her diagnosis with osteoporosis, Ms Andress agreed to become a spokesperson for the disease, teaching women about the importance of osteoporosis prevention and treatment. To do this, she became involved in the “Timeless Women Campaign ,” an undertaking of the International Osteoporosis Foundation . According to the website, Ms Andress says... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2287311 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:59:53 +0100 2287311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2216626&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34935&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedicine.com.my%2Fwp%2F%3Fp%3D6221 A synthetic biomaterial that encourages the body to create bone could be the answer to successful bone grafts and treating bone disease, say Australian researchers.read more | digg story from the Malaysian Medical Resources New Biomaterial Helps Bones Heal (Source: Malaysian Medical Resources) Malaysian Medical Resources blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2216626 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2216626 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2053055&cid=t_104258_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FB_L4Prc2a28%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,639,351921,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() A new study found that “nearly three-quarters of youths with diabetes insufficient in vitamin D.” The study will appear in the January 2009 issue of The Journal of Pediatrics. Calcium is needed throughout our lives for strong bones and teeth, but is especially important in children. Now that this information is known, I wonder if we will see documentation of diabetics breaking bones or developing other related problems. This is also evidence of just how much diabetes affects our bodies. It takes a toll, more than we even know at times. Tags: Diabetes, diabetic, lack of calcium, medical information, Research, strong bones and teeth, study... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2053055 Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:04:17 +0100 2053055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1844713&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34935&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedicine.com.my%2Fwp%2F%3Fp%3D4744 The American College of Physicians has issued new guidelines for the treatment of patients with low bone density or osteoporosis. You can access the free full text article here Among the recommendations: * Clinicians should offer pharmacotherapy to women and men who have osteoporosis or have experienced fragility fractures. * Doctors should consider treatment for adults at risk for osteoporosis, especially those who have T scores between –1.5 and –2.5, are older than age 62, or are receiving glucocorticoids. * Doctors should assess the potential benefits and risks of each drug option in each patient before deciding on treatment. The table from the paper summarises the risks and benefits of the drugs nicely (click for bigger image) a New Guidelines for Pharmacologic Treatment of Low B... Malaysian Medical Resources blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1844713 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1844713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1815326&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34935&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedicine.com.my%2Fwp%2F%3Fp%3D4556 Not all flash games on the Internet are a waste of time (hands up all of you Tower Defence addicts!) Anyway I came across this Whack-a-bone website which purports to teach one basic skeletal anatomy. You have to place the bones at the appropriate place when prompted. It is quite demanding as even if the bone is slightly out of place it will fault you. Anyway all medical students should get it right. It’s more like high school stuff IMO. The game is part of the Anatomy Arcade and there are other games like “Poke a muscle” and “Heart jigsaw” for you to try out. a A bone game (Source: Malaysian Medical Resources) Malaysian Medical Resources blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1815326 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1815326 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1782667&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34935&url=http%3A%2F%2Fmedicine.com.my%2Fwp%2F%3Fp%3D4409 While the California Milk Board has got a “Rock Star” for it’s public health campaign, I was interested to read that in Malaysia, we now have a “Bone girl” - none other than our very own Hollywood action movie star Datuk Michelle Yeoh. It’s not just about a good dietary calcium intake though, as one needs to exercise and keep physically active like what Michelle Yeoh does. That will help keep your bones strong and enable you to perform kung fu stunts a Bone girl (Source: Malaysian Medical Resources) Malaysian Medical Resources blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1782667 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1782667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2192702&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=38261&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.vibrantglow.com%2F2008%2F07%2Fdrink-white-or-green-tea-for-bone.html More good news for tea drinkers. A recent study has found that drinking tea--especially white or green--is good for the bones.The research, which was published in the Journal of American College of Nutrition, found that regular tea drinkers had higher bone density in their hips than non-tea drinkers.Additionally, tea drinkers lost less bone-mineral density than nondrinkers.Researchers believe that the potent antioxidants, called catechin polyphenols, found in tea are responsible for the bone-boosting benefits.White tea has the highest catechin concentration, followed by green tea. Black tea has the least amount.Photo Credit: David Wilmot (Wikipedia.org) (Source: Vibrant Glow) Vibrant Glow blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2192702 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:04:00 +0100 2192702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1500025&cid=t_104258_136_f&fid=35300&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.metastaticlivercancer.org%2F2008-06-07-cancer-treatment%2Fmetastatic-liver-cancer-3%2F Another metastatic liver cancer story: from Idana, posted 3 months ago on Pammy’s Liver cancer story : please give your hugs! Idana’s metastatic liver cancer story I’m reading this….. My dad just got diagnosed with metastasic liver cancer, and he is feeling terrible, so do we. We will see the oncologist in two days for the first time, doubts and fear is not nice. He has two base ball sized masses on liver, some smaller ones on lungs and bones. Two months ago he seemed very good and now he is pale and skinny, he seems very week, and desperate about pain, taking like 60 mg of morphine twice a day… I was making some research when I found you…. I’m so sorry some of us have to go through this…. it is very painful for us to see a beloved one go through such pain…. Let�... Metastatic liver cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1500025 Sat, 07 Jun 2008 15:38:59 +0100 1500025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1500028&cid=t_104258_136_f&fid=35300&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.metastaticlivercancer.org%2F2008-06-06-cancer-treatment%2Fsandy-mandy-angiosarcoma-of-the-liver-metastatic-liver-cancer%2F Today we thank Mandy and Sandy for sharing their liver cancer stories: Sandy comments on: Primary and secondary liver cancer treatments Mandy comments on: Angiosarcoma of the liver Every cancer story is different: but sometimes you learn more form people who already went the cancer path than trying to figure out what the doctors are saying. Sandy on Primary and secondary liver cancer treatments My father died of secondary liver cancer nearly 12 months ago. He was diagnosed on the first year anniversary of my mothers death, he passed away 6 weeks later with us around him. He went down hill so fast. He had 2 primary cancers and 4 secondary cancers. 2 Primary cancers: prostate cancer and bowel cancer. 4 Secondary cancers: the lymph glands, bones, pancreas and liver. My dad was ... Metastatic liver cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1500028 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:10:16 +0100 1500028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1396301&cid=t_104258_136_f&fid=35300&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.metastaticlivercancer.org%2F2008-04-25-cancer-treatment%2Fmetastatic-liver-cancer-3%2F Another metastatic liver cancer story: from Idana, posted 3 months ago on Pammy’s Liver cancer story : please give your hugs! Idana’s metastatic liver cancer story I’m reading this….. My dad just got diagnosed with metastasic liver cancer, and he is feeling terrible, so do we. We will see the oncologist in two days for the first time, doubts and fear is not nice. He has two base ball sized masses on liver, some smaller ones on lungs and bones. Two months ago he seemed very good and now he is pale and skinny, he seems very week, and desperate about pain, taking like 60 mg of morphine twice a day… I was making some research when I found you…. I’m so sorry some of us have to go through this…. it is very painful for us to see a beloved one go through such pain…. Let�... Metastatic liver cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1396301 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 16:00:37 +0100 1396301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1382282&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wesleyjsmith.com%2Fblog%2F2008%2F04%2Fadult-stem-cells-treating-wounded.html Showing how far adult stem cells have come in a very short time, our wounded soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan are being treated with their own stem cells to help treat wounds involving bones. From the story: With the dexterity of a carpenter, the finesse of a master chef and the tools of a painter, Dr. Thomas Einhorn uses stem cells to do something on the cutting edge of science: grow brand new bone. Today, orthopaedic stem cell surgery earned significant backing from the federal government, which announced plans to dedicate $85 million for the creation of the Armed Forces Institute of Regenerative Medicine (AFIRM) to fund this procedure for veterans injured in Iraq and Afghanistan... Einhorn, the chairman of orthopaedic surgery at the Boston University School of Medicine and Boston Medi... Secondhand Smoke blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1382282 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:54:00 +0100 1382282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1197554&cid=t_104258_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F228154918%2F A certain TV show about a certain lawyer and a certain hypothesis about what causes autism dominated autism discussions this week, for better or for worse—-when I talk about autism, I’m thinking of a very real boy, my son Charlie, and not so much about a fictional TV character. My real boy’s week was more of a struggle than has been usual. And then, this evening as we stood in the checkout line at the grocery store, a teenage clerk in the next aisle said “his tooth’s on the floor!” and sure enough, there was Charlie bending over to pick up a large molar (which he tried to put back into his mouth, on the lower right). Things have been a little more peaceful easy feeling ever since—Charlie’s been saying “pull loose tooth” for the pa... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1197554 Sun, 03 Feb 2008 03:36:58 +0100 1197554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=793719&cid=t_104258_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2F143197178%2Fbone_hormone_linked_to_obesity.php tags: osteocalcin, type 2 diabetes, obesity, bones, medicine Even though bones seem to be metabolically inactive structures, nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, bones are rebuilt constantly through the action of cells known as osteoblasts while old bone is destroyed by other cells known as osteoclasts. Bones also produce red and white blood cells, help maintain blood pH and store calcium. However, exciting new research has shown that bones also act as an endocrine organ. Not only do bones produce a protein hormone, osteocalcin (pictured), that regulates bone formation, but this hormone also protects against obesity and glucose intolerance by increasing proliferation of pancreatic beta cells and their subsequent secretion of insulin. Osteocalcin was also found to increase th... Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=793719 Sun, 12 Aug 2007 00:17:46 +0100 793719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=541637&cid=t_104258_107_f&fid=35009&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsciencesque.wordpress.com%2F2007%2F04%2F13%2Fsequencing-dinosaur-proteins%2F Alex at The Daily Transcript has an interesting post on how the Lewis Cantley lab at Harvard has sequenced proteins isolated from the fossilized bone of a Tyrannosaurus Rex that lived, loved and died 68 million years ago. They also did the same on mastodon bones that are thought to be be 160,000-600,000 years old. The NY Times story can be read here, while the original report in Science can be found here. Previously, it was felt that even under the most ideal conditions, reliable biological samples could not be retrieved from specimens older than 1 million years. This is because complex biological molecules such as proteins and DNA tend to degrade over time to the point that they are no longer detectable. What’s really amazing about this break through (if contamination has not been a... Sciencesque blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=541637 Fri, 13 Apr 2007 19:23:10 +0100 541637 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=503967&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F27%2Fcancer-confronts-politics%2F Filed under: All Cancers, PoliticsThese days, politics and cancer seem to go hand in hand. In February, United States Representative Charles Norwood, from Augusta, Georgia, died of lung cancer. In March, Virginia Congresswoman Jo Ann Davis revealed the breast cancer she fought in 2005 had recurred. A few days ago Elizabeth Edwards, wife of presidential candidate John Edwards, shared that her own breast cancer, originally diagnosed in 2004, has relocated to her bones. United States Press secretary Tony Snow is a colon cancer survivor. Presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani is a prostate cancer survivor. Candidate John McCain has had three bouts with melanoma, the most aggressive form of skin cancer. Bob Dole, now 83, was a cancer survivor at age 73 when he ran for the White House as the 1996 ... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=503967 Tue, 27 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 503967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=485333&cid=t_104258_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F20%2Fvitamin-c-may-lower-the-risk-of-mouth-cancer%2F Filed under: Alternative Therapies, Mouth Cancer, Prevention, All Cancers, ResearchIncreased intake of vitamin C from the diet, but not from supplements may slash the risk of mouth cancer by 48 percent, says an epidemiological study. The study, published in the International Journal of Cancer, used data on supplement use and diet for 42,340 men in the Health Professional Follow-Up Study. During the course of the study, 207 oral pre-malignant lesions were documented. Vitamin C from dietary sources was significantly associated with a reduced risk of mouth cancer, but no association with the vitamin from supplements was found. Vitamin C is needed to form collagen, a tissue that helps to hold cells together. It's essential for healthy bones, teeth, gums, and blood vessels. It helps the body a... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=485333 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 485333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=460756&cid=t_104258_113_f&fid=34603&url=http%3A%2F%2Fginasmith.typepad.com%2Fgina_on_gina%2F2007%2F02%2Fmore_on_jim_cam.html From Reuters, excerpt below. I still don't know how anyone could find a reference point for the DNA he claims to have discovered. Full story on today's Reuters.NEW YORK (Reuters) - Hollywood director James Cameron displayed on Monday artifacts that he said might have come from the tomb of Jesus, which once contained his remains, those of Mary Magdalene, and possibly their son, Judah. But others said it was just a publicity stunt backed by the man who made the movie "Titanic" and "The Terminator" to promote a documentary and a book, and likely untrue. Cameron and a team of scholars showed two stone ossuaries, or bone boxes, that he said might have once contained the bones of Jesus and Mary Magdalene. The findings are the subject of a documentary he produced called &quo... I'm Gina Smith blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=460756 Tue, 27 Feb 2007 10:42:55 +0100 460756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=460757&cid=t_104258_113_f&fid=34603&url=http%3A%2F%2Fginasmith.typepad.com%2Fgina_on_gina%2F2007%2F02%2Fokay_were_cance.html Flip title, I know. But I got this off the Steve Wozniak list this morning and almost fell off my chair. Leave it to James Cameron.. He claims scientists have found the bones of Jesus and they match Joseph, Mary, Mary Magdelene and Jesus' son? They did DNA tests. Resurection story -- slammed. I am not sure what DNA tests could prove except for these people are related to one another. As far as I know, there are no known Mary relatives' tombs that could be tested against this to prove it, and so much time has passed. But oh, wow. Expect a gigantic uproar.FEBRUARY 23, 2007 6:55 Jesus: Tales from the Crypt Posted by Tim McGirk Brace yourself. James Cameron, the man who brought you 'The Titanic' is back with another blockbuster. This time, the ship he's sinking is Christianity.In a new doc... I'm Gina Smith blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=460757 Mon, 26 Feb 2007 04:11:45 +0100 460757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2523338&cid=t_104258_117_f&fid=35760&url=http%3A%2F%2Frdoctor.com%2Fsymptoms_disease%2Findex.php%3Foption%3Dcom_content%26task%3Dview%26id%3D225%26Itemid%3D9 Did you ever suffer osteoporosis? Do you get enough calcium? If not, you might be at the risk for fractures. Hip fracture is one of the most debilitating.Not so long ago a neighbor broke her hip. No doubt she got the surgery and her femoral joint was replaced. She proudly states that her joint costs 10 000 US dollars. Though, I am not sure what could give so much pride about that fact.Let’s look how much the hip replacement surgery costs on average. Hip Fracture Quiz (http://rdoctor.com/Quiz/hip_fracture.htm) Wireless Hip Fracture Quiz (http://rdoctor.com/Quiz/hip_fracture.wml) (Source: RDoctor Medical Syndication) RDoctor Medical Syndication blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2523338 Fri, 17 Nov 2006 05:29:05 +0100 2523338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2523348&cid=t_104258_117_f&fid=35760&url=http%3A%2F%2Frdoctor.com%2Fsymptoms_disease%2Findex.php%3Foption%3Dcom_content%26task%3Dview%26id%3D210%26Itemid%3D9 Do you work at an office? Typing whole day? Or maybe you are a construction worker?Have you been feeling pain, tingling and numbness in your wrist? Is it worse at night? It could be you have carpal tunnel syndrome. The syndrome causes compression of nerves in the wrist by thick irritated tendons or other swellings. To learn more:Take the Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Quiz (http://rdoctor.com/Quiz/Carpal_tunnel.htm)Wireless Carpal Tunnel Quiz (http://rdoctor.com/Quiz/Carpal_tunnel.wml) Read more at:Hand Surgery www.assh.org (http://www.assh.org/) (Source: RDoctor Medical Syndication) RDoctor Medical Syndication blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2523348 Tue, 17 Oct 2006 05:00:22 +0100 2523348 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2523406&cid=t_104258_117_f&fid=35760&url=http%3A%2F%2Frdoctor.com%2Fsymptoms_disease%2Findex.php%3Foption%3Dcom_content%26task%3Dview%26id%3D119%26Itemid%3D9 Charcot was a famous French physician. French neurologist, studying hysteria and neurosis, if I remember it right. He also created the Charcot shower - special therapeutic shower and discovered diseases (Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disorder). http://rdoctor.com/Quiz/Charcot.htm (http://rdoctor.com/Quiz/Charcot.htm) (Source: RDoctor Medical Syndication) RDoctor Medical Syndication blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2523406 Tue, 15 Aug 2006 05:27:37 +0100 2523406