Out of Body Operation Reported December 01, 2008 MIAMI (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Every year, almost 1.5 million Americans hear the words, "you have cancer." some are told their tumor is too difficult to remove, but one group of surgeons has opened a new door by taking the word inoperable out of the equation. Brooke Zepp loves to travel. Last year, as … [Read more...]

Knee Osteoarthritis Help Reported November 15, 2005   (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Two new studies suggest there may be a role for glucosamine in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis. The first study comes from European researchers who randomly assigned 318 patients to receive treatment of glucosamine sulfate soluble powder, acetaminophen three times a day, or a placebo. Patients … [Read more...]

Optimistic Healing Reported June 16, 2009 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Studies show having a positive attitude could make you less likely to suffer heart attacks, strokes and pain from conditions like arthritis. But what if you've already gotten the devastating diagnosis? Can an upbeat outlook make a difference? Two women are incorporating a … [Read more...]

Online Birth Class Reported January 29, 2008 CLEARWATER, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Most women are busy -- especially when they are pregnant. For many moms-to-be, they are working and don’t have the time to go to weeks of childbirth classes. Now, pregnant moms and dads have a new option. Many moms and dads to-be take childbirth classes … [Read more...]

One-Third of Adults use Alternative Medicine Reported January 21, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Use of alternative or complementary therapies have increased in the United States, with more than one-third of people using at least one form of alternative medicine. Now, researchers … [Read more...]

Obese Feel Social Discrimination Reported June 24, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – When obese people hear they need to exercise and eat a healthier diet, it may be doing more harm than good. Researchers from Australia say obese people feel “a culture of blame” against them, which they say has grown worse with media reports about the health risks of obesity. … [Read more...]

Psychiatric problems plague one of four Norwegians Norway seems to be offering living proof that money can't buy happiness. The country often is referred to as among the world's wealthiest, and the best place to live, but a new study indicates that 25 percent of the adult population … [Read more...]

Painkillers Damage Intestine, U.S. Expert Says WASHINGTON (Reuters) - More than 70 percent of patients who took painkillers such as ibuprofen for more than three months suffered damage to their small intestines, U.S. researchers reported on Monday. The study is yet another blow to patients trying to find ways … [Read more...]

Acupuncture Study on Stop Smoking (Smoking Cessation) Reported July 02, 2008 North Lima, OH, July 02, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Acupuncture for Stop Smoking- Now that everyone has successfully entered the 21st century, several people are becoming more and more health conscious. With this, more and more people are looking for a better and faster way to quit … [Read more...]

Music to Your Heart Reported November 14, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- We often say certain sounds are like music to our ears. Researchers now believe they may be music to our hearts as well. In a new study conducted among ten healthy volunteers, they found listening to enjoyable music significantly increased the dilation of blood vessels. Compared to … [Read more...]

MRSA Infections Rise Among Kids Reported January 20, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The rates of antibiotic-resistant infections increased in children across the country between 2001 and 2006 according to a recent study. Researchers focused on strains of the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus resistant to the antibiotic methicillin (methicillin-resistant … [Read more...]

Meditation Calms College Students Reported February 25, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A first of its kind study shows how meditation can help students deal with the stresses of college life. Researchers found transcendental meditation decreased anxiety and increased alertness. The study investigated the effects of a ten-week Transcendental Meditation (T.M.) … [Read more...]

Meditation as Medication for Heart Failure Reported March 5, 2007 By Vivian Richardson, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Close your eyes, think about nothing, and heal your heart? New evidence reveals Transcendental Meditation may help reduce the severity of congestive heart failure. … [Read more...]

Medicine's Next Big Thing: No More Needles? Reported September 01, 2008 ATLANTA (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- For some, it's the worst part of going to the doctor. It's estimated that 10 percent of Americans are afraid -- even terrified -- of needles. It may just be a quick stick, but it can be enough to make some people avoid treatment altogether. Now, science … [Read more...]

SEATTLE (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- It's not the kind of mushroom you'd want to eat with your dinner, but it may be the strongest kind to help fight cancer thanks to new research that focuses on the powerful fungus. Something in our forests could be the newest treatment for cancer. It grows here in the Pacific Northwest and in many parts of Asia, but you probably won't see … [Read more...]

Matching Organ Donors Reported March 11, 2008 BOSTON, Mass. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Two strangers matched up on the internet, but it wasn't for love. It was to save a life. Every day, 17 people in the United States die waiting for an organ donation. Now, those who need a transplant are turning to the internet to find a donor. Jenny Warden was … [Read more...]

Marijuana-like Drug Fights Alzheimer’s Reported November 20, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study makes the case for an illegal drug by showcasing its potential protective effects against Alzheimer’s disease. New research suggests a legal drug similar to tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive substance in marijuana, may help prevent or delay … [Read more...]

Lupus Patients Benefit From Cancer Drug Reported June 10, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A drug used to fight cancer may also be used to treat some forms of lupus. New research shows rituximab (Rituxan) can benefit lupus patients who have complications of the nervous system. Rheumatologists from the University of California, San Francisco, and Stanford University announced … [Read more...]

Lorenzo’s Oil Effective Treatment for Genetic Disorder Reported July 12, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study gives hope for patients with a debilitating genetic disorder. Certain patients with adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) could benefit from a treatment called Lorenzo's oil. ALD patients accumulate high levels of saturated, very long-chain fatty acids in their brains. … [Read more...]

Staying silent in marital spats a killer for womenReported August 20, 2007 NEW YORK - Women who force themselves to stay quiet during marital arguments appear to have a higher risk of death, a new study shows. Depression and irritable bowel syndrome are also more common in these women. Such "self-silencing" during conflict may have provided an evolutionary survival … [Read more...]

Hypnosis can reduce pain perception after surgeryReported August 28, 2007 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Hypnosis before breast surgery reduces the amount of medication required during the procedure and lessens postsurgical pain and nausea, according to results of new study. Hospitals also benefit from lower costs. These findings, reported in the Journal of the National … [Read more...]

Galectin-3 Test May Decrease Unnecessary Surgical ProceduresReported May 19, 2008 NEW YORK -- May 19, 2008 -- Testing potentially cancerous thyroid nodules for the presence of galectin-3 could substantially decrease the number of unnecessary surgical procedures, reported authors of a study published in the June 2008 edition of The Lancet Oncology. Armando Bartolazzi, MD, … [Read more...]

Las Vegas therapist has a new treatment for painReported August 01, 2007 Most of us have aches and pains but getting rid of them is a challenge. Healthline 3's Beth Fisher tells us about a new therapy. Patients are finding some remarkable relief with a relatively new therapy being done at Sports Physical Therapy in Las Vegas. The therapy is a little unusual. And though … [Read more...]

Las Vegas therapist has a new treatment for painReported November 06, 2007 Most of us have aches and pains but getting rid of them is a challenge. The Healthline 3 Team tells us about a new therapy. Patients are finding some remarkable relief with a relatively new therapy being done at Sports Physical Therapy in Las Vegas. The therapy is a little unusual. And though … [Read more...]

A pain-free alternative to the flu shotReported November 06, 2007 Like it or not, flu season is here. The Centers for Disease Control just issued its first report for this flu season. Seven states are reporting cases. Nevada hasn't reported any cases so far, but California has. A new study may prompt your pediatrician to offer a different way to protect your child from … [Read more...]

Exercise Can Prevent Breast Cancer In Some Women Reported November 03, 2008 Los Angeles - Breast cancer is one of a woman’s worst fears. Many women go through having breast cancer only to have it again. However, studies show that exercise can prevent not only a relapse of breast cancer but any occurrence at all. The American Cancer Society and the American Institute for … [Read more...]

A Spot of Tea for Your MemoryReported August 08, 2007 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A few cups of coffee or tea not only give your body a pick me up, but they may improve a woman's memory as well. Text Continues Below Women age 65 and older who drink more than three cups of coffee -- or five to six cups of tea -- every day have less decline on memory tests than women … [Read more...]

Study suggests antidepressants may be beneficial for stroke victims Reported May 27, 2008 CHICAGO - Doctors may want to give stroke victims antidepressants right away instead of waiting until they develop depression, a common complication, new research suggests. The findings may lead to an expanded use for antidepressants. Someday high-risk people like stroke patients … [Read more...]

Live Past 100 Reported August 28, 2009 DALLAS (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The fountain of youth may be more attainable than you think. The average American lives 77.8 years, but the number of those living past 100 is growing. what is the secret to being a centenarian?   Harold Rottenberg has made a long living out of painting. Rottenberg is 103 years … [Read more...]