Combo Therapy Slashes Heart Risk in RA
November 8th, 2007
Combination therapy including TNF-inhibitors along with an older drug known as methotrexate (MTX) can slash the risk of heart attack in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Botox May Ease Arthritis Shoulder Pain
November 8th, 2007
Botox injections may ease shoulder pain from osteoarthritis, researchers tell the American College of Rheumatology's annual meeting.
Childhood May Predict Type 2 Diabetes
November 8th, 2007
Extra weight, metabolic syndrome, and parental diabetes make kids more likely to become diabetic adults, experts report in The Journal of Pediatrics.
6 Tips for Flat Abs
November 8th, 2007
Flat abs: Two fitness experts offer 6 secrets for toning and tightening the tummy.
Are You in Diabetes Denial?
November 8th, 2007
Denying you have type 2 diabetes won't make it go away. Here's how to accept your diagnosis, manage your disease, and get on with your life.
New Drug May Help Fight Severe Gout
November 8th, 2007
A new inflammation-fighting drug may spell relief for people with severe gout who are unable to take currently available gout treatment because of underlying health problems.
Over-the-Counter Zyrtec-D Approved
November 8th, 2007
The FDA has approved nonprescription Zyrtec-D, an over-the-counter allergy drug for people age 12 and older.
‘Dragon’s Blood’ May Slay Ulcer Bug
November 8th, 2007
Heads up, Lancelot: A traditional Chinese medicine called dragon's blood may fight ulcer bacteria and blood clots, Shanghai lab tests show.
Sagging Face: Bones to Blame?
November 8th, 2007
Facial bones shift with age, setting the stage for faces to sag, Duke University researchers report.
Steroids for Carpal Tunnel Questioned
November 7th, 2007
People with carpal tunnel syndrome may be better off undergoing surgery early as opposed to receiving injections of steroids to reduce their inflammation and pain, because steroids may not be as effective in the long term.