Women Health

Low Levels Of Natural Antibody Linked To Stroke Risk   Reported February 12, 2010 New research from Sweden reveals that a person's chance of having a stroke is linked to low levels of a natural antibody in the immune system: the researchers hope to develop a vaccine that stimulates the immune system to boost … [Read more...]

Migraines Common in Women With MS Reported February 19, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Although women with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience migraines more frequently that those without, women who experience migraines are not necessarily at risk to develop MS. "While having a history of migraine diagnosis was linked to MS, women with migraine need to know that … [Read more...]

Combined Mammography Cost-Effective for Some Women Reported February 23, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study shows that although annual breast screening using both mammography and MRI is a more time consuming and expensive process, the procedure is most likely a cost-effective way to improve life expectancy for women at high risk of breast cancer. "For … [Read more...]

Breast Cancer Preventative: Bitter Melon Reported February 24, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The common dietary supplement bitter melon may be a powerful weapon in the fight against breast cancer. In vitro research now shows extract of bitter melon -- commonly used in folk medicine as a remedy for diabetes -- may eventually serve as a chemopreventive against … [Read more...]

Nearly 25% Women in UK don't Have Sex After 35 Years   Reported February 16, 2010 A recent research conducted by Sky Real Lives, has revealed that more than one in four British women aged over 35 years never have sex. More than 28% of the women said that they never made love, with the figure being highest in Scotland. Around 32% of the … [Read more...]

Could chocolate lower the risk of stroke?Reported February 12, 2010 Need more reason to eat chocolate this Valentine's Day weekend? Here's one: Canadian researchers have found that eating a little bit of chocolate each week may lower the risk of having a stroke. What's more, it may also decrease the odds of dying from one. Researchers form McMaster University in … [Read more...]

Breast Cancer Drug Thwarted by Protein Reported February 11, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Overexpression of certain forms of the protein cyclin E renders the drug letrozole ineffective among women with estrogen-receptor-positive (ER+) breast cancers. Cyclin E is one of the proteins that regulates the cell cycle, influencing how rapidly a cell divides. In … [Read more...]

Mothers: Drink Milk to Prevent MS Reported February 10, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study shows drinking milk during pregnancy could boost protection against the debilitating condition multiple sclerosis (MS) later in life. The study included nearly 36,000 nurses whose mothers participated in surveys in 2001 noting their diets during pregnancy. Of those … [Read more...]

Tamoxifen Use Down Reported February 10, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows tamoxifen use is down among women who need it most, and researchers can't pinpoint exactly why. The drug tamoxifen is prescribed for reducing the risk of breast cancer in women who are at high risk. Researchers at the National Cancer Institute looked at data from National … [Read more...]

Is It Possible Tone Arms With Minimal Exercise? Tuesday, 02 February 2010 By Katherine Crawford M.S. It is possible to tone up arms with almost no effort whatsoever. The secret is called effortless fat loss. This type of fat loss always you to eat as much as you want. The trick for entering the effortless fat loss mode is to modify your style of eating. Once your … [Read more...]

Becoming Physically Fit for the Year Written by Tim Moore Tuesday, 02 February 2010 17:13 Madisonville, KY – We are one month into the new year. So, how is the new year's resolution coming? Have you been able to “Turn over a new leaf, change your lifestyle, or get rid of that bad habit?” Each new year brings a flood of resolutions. Most of us think of the new year as … [Read more...]

National Girls and Women in Sports Day Tuesday, 02 February 2010 Wednesday, February 3, is the 24th annual observation of National Girls and Women in Sports Day. On that date and in the coming weeks, coaches, educators, recreation directors, parents, and girls across the country will celebrate with special events. Participants will be able to learn new skills and … [Read more...]

Digital Mammograms Deliver Less Radiation Reported January 25, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- One of the largest mammography trials in history shows that the radiation dose associated with digital mammography is significantly lower than conventional film mammography. Researchers found that digital mammography delivered 22 percent less radiation than conventional … [Read more...]

Preventing Unnecessary Appendectomies Reported January 26, 2010 OAK BROOK, Ill. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Preoperative computed tomography (CT) may help reduce unnecessary surgeries in women of reproductive age with suspected acute appendicitis. "We found that rising utilization of preoperative CT over the past decade, along with advances in CT technology, … [Read more...]

Genes May Affect Breast Cancer Treatment Success Reported January 26, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A genetic signature may help predict which breast cancer patients are resistant to chemotherapy drugs, something that may guide treatment choices. The genes were discovered by a group at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, who examined breast tumor specimens from 85 … [Read more...]

Sitting for long hours is deadly: Study says Reported January 23, 2010 Sitting in front of a computer for long hours places the individual at an increased risk of developing several health problems and even death, a new study finds. According to the study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, sitting for long periods is associated with certain … [Read more...]

Doppler Ultrasound Makes Pregnancy Safer Reported January 21, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Doppler ultrasound, used in high-risk pregnancies to monitor a fetus's health, may reduce the number of Caesarean sections and still births. Doppler ultrasound is a technique used to diagnose problems during pregnancy. Doppler ultrasound monitors the rate of umbilical … [Read more...]

Promising Treatment for IBD Reported January 20, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Bacteria that produce compounds to reduce inflammation and strengthen host defenses could be used to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Such probiotic microbes could be the most successful treatment for IBD to date. IBD is inflammation of the gastro-intestinal tract that causes … [Read more...]

Rebuilding After Breast Cancer Reported January 15, 2010 BOSTON (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The scars from a mastectomy are not only physical: They take an emotional toll on women. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons says 70 percent of breast cancer patients who are eligible for reconstruction aren't informed of their options. Now, donated human tissue is … [Read more...]

MDs give OK to hormone therapy Reported January 23, 2009 With unprecedented numbers of Canadian women about to enter menopause, Canadian doctors are telling women it's safe to go back on hormones. An expert panel convened by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada has concluded that no treatment is as effective as hormone therapy for hot flashes and other … [Read more...]

Cholesterol Levels Linked to Cancer Reported August 26, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The risk of cancer in diabetics may be connected to cholesterol levels. Researchers from Hong Kong looked at 6,107 Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. They found LDL cholesterol levels below 2.80 mmol/L and at levels of at least 3.90 mmol/L were both associated with a much higher risk of … [Read more...]

Diabetes Meds May Weaken Bones Reported December 16, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Drugs commonly taken by diabetics to help improve blood sugar control may actually be harming women's bones. Researchers from the U.S. and Canada who combined the results from ten studies involving nearly 14,000 people found women who took thiazolidinediones were significantly more likely to … [Read more...]

Pre-Eclamsia May Be Side Effect of Too Much Exercise, Study Shows Reported December 10, 2008 An article in the Los Angeles Times, "Exercise and pre-eclampsia: Are pregnant women at risk?" relays new information with respect to a Danish study that was published in the "British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology" that exercise is causing … [Read more...]

Dreamland Anxious Place for New MomsReported September 3, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A sleeping baby may conjure up images of sweet dreams, but the same may not be true for her mother. A new study out of Canada reveals a surprisingly high percentage of new moms are plagued with troublesome dreams often involving their infant in perilous situations. Researchers compared … [Read more...]

Easier Breastfeeding for Moms   Reported July 23, 2009 WASHINGTON, D.C. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- More women are breastfeeding their babies than ever before, but it's not always a magical experience. Millions of women cope with pain, bleeding and bruising, but they push on because they know it's best for their baby. Now, a doctor has found a quick … [Read more...]

Single-Embryo Transfer Babies Born Healthy  Reported June 23, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Two new studies provide further evidence babies born after a single-embryo transfer do better than babies born after multiple-embryo transplantations. During infertility treatments, doctors sometimes implant more than one embryo to increase a woman’s chances of becoming pregnant. … [Read more...]

Extra Pounds Increase Knee, Hip Risks Reported June 02, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Packing on the pounds is bad for your knees – and may be bad for your hips too, if you’re a man. That’s the key finding from researchers who compared nearly 1,500 people in Iceland who had undergone hip and knee replacements for osteoarthritis with about 1,100 who had not. All were born … [Read more...]

Forehead Lifts Erase Years and Ease Headaches   Reported August 03, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Migraine headaches are a drain — not only on the estimated 30 million Americans who suffer from them, but on the economy, as well. An estimated $13 billion is spent every year on headache treatment and time lost from work. According to a new study, … [Read more...]

Women believe menopausal symptoms require treatment with 64% experiencing severe problems11 Mar 2005 3rd European Menopause Survey also highlights loss of confidence in HRT and resultant suffering - More than four out of five women (84%) believe that menopausal symptoms require treatment and should not simply be accepted, according to a … [Read more...]

Health-care officials warn of new, antibiotic-resistant infections Posted on Thu, Oct. 27, 2005   WARNER ROBINS - Local health officials are warning about new strains of antibiotic-resistant staph infections masquerading as spider bites, insect stings or painful boils and pimples. Untreated, the community-acquired bacteria - known as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus … [Read more...]