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Pregnant women exposed to metoclopramide experience no increased risk of congenital malformations

In an analysis that included more than 40,000 women exposed to the nausea medication metoclopramide in pregnancy, use of this drug was not associated with significantly increased risk of major congenital malformations overall, spontaneous abortion, and stillbirth, according to a study in the October 16 issue of JAMA.

16 Oct 2013

Statins may increase risk of cataracts among individuals above 30 years old

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cataracts are the number one cause of vision loss in the United States. Nearly 22 million Americans age 40 and over have cataracts, while more than half of individuals age 80 and over suffer from this condition. In a recent study released in JAMA Ophthalmology, it was confirmed that statins, which are typically prescribed to reduce cholesterol and also prevent heart disease, may cause an increased risk for cataracts among individuals ages 30 through 85.

14 Oct 2013

Researchers discover new approach to tackle global threat of antibiotic drug resistance

Researchers at McMaster University are addressing the crisis in drug resistance with a novel approach to find new antibiotics.

13 Oct 2013

Vitamin D supplements ineffective in preventing osteoporosis, finds study

Taking vitamin D supplements does not improve bone mineral density at the total hip, spine, forearm, or in the body as a whole, a large meta-analysis involving more than 4000 healthy adults published in The Lancet has found.

11 Oct 2013

Genetic mutation that protects skin from UV radiation may cause testicular cancer in Caucasian

A Ludwig Cancer Research study published in Cell today identifies a common mutation that dramatically increases the risk for testicular cancer—and describes a likely molecular mechanism by which it exerts that effect.

11 Oct 2013

TSRI scientists identify set of compounds to treat multiple sclerosis in new way

Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) have identified a set of compounds that may be used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) in a new way. Unlike existing MS therapies that suppress the immune system, the compounds boost a population of progenitor cells that can in turn repair MS-damaged nerve fibers.

10 Oct 2013

Community Health Centers shifting toward more holistic, population-based care

Transformation in U.S. health care delivery systems and associated quality measurements in the wake of reforms implemented by Affordable Care Act might be most impactful within community health centers (CHC).

9 Oct 2013

Research suggests almonds may be good snack option for those concerned about weight

A new study published in the October issue of the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that study participants eating 1.5 ounces of dry-roasted, lightly salted almonds every day experienced reduced hunger and improved dietary vitamin E and monounsaturated ("good") fat intake without increasing body weight.

9 Oct 2013

$Research on calcium supplements and vitamin D, risk of fractures and more to be released at ASBMR$

Research on calcium supplements and vitamin D, risk of fractures and more to be released at ASBMR

New research on calcium supplements and vitamin D, risk of fractures in older men, and the new culprit in bone fractures, weak muscles, and more will be released at the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) 2013 Annual Meeting in Baltimore, the largest scientific meeting in the world on bone and mineral metabolism.

7 Oct 2013

Taking multivitamin daily may reduce incidence of cancer in men

Major diseases that stem from vitamin deficiencies are rare in the U.S., where food is abundant and rich in vital nutrients, explains David J. Park, DO, an AOA board-certified family physician in Henderson, Nev., during the American Osteopathic Association's (AOA) OMED 2013, the Osteopathic Medical Conference & Exposition taking place this week in Las Vegas.

5 Oct 2013

Vitamin Angels' social media campaign aims to increase awareness about dangers of hidden hunger

On October 1, Vitamin Angels, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization distributing vitamins and minerals to children and mothers in need, launches a month-long social media campaign focused on educating the public about hidden hunger, a chronic lack of vitamins and minerals affecting approximately 1 in 3 people globally.

1 Oct 2013

Carbonyl stress suggests strategy for treatment-resistant schizophrenia

Patients with schizophrenia who have enhanced carbonyl stress have clinical features associated with treatment resistance, say researchers.

1 Oct 2013

Life-prolonging effect of vitamin niacin demonstrated in roundworms

Who would not want to live a long and healthy life? A freely available food supplement could help in this respect, scientists from ETH Zurich have demonstrated in roundworms. Vitamin B3 - also known as niacin - and its metabolite nicotinamide in the worms' diet caused them to live for about one tenth longer than usual.

1 Oct 2013

Biochemists discover promising vitamin D-based treatment that halts or reverse MS

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) is a hard lot. Patients typically get the diagnosis around age 30 after experiencing a series of neurological problems such as blurry vision, wobbly gait or a numb foot. From there, this neurodegenerative disease follows an unforgiving course.

1 Oct 2013

Vitamin D levels linked to emphysema

Researchers have found a relationship between emphysema and serum vitamin D levels, suggesting that the vitamin may play a role in modulating lung structure.

30 Sep 2013

Biochemists discover promising vitamin D-based treatment that can halt MS

A diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is a hard lot. Patients typically get the diagnosis around age 30 after experiencing a series of neurological problems such as blurry vision, wobbly gait or a numb foot. From there, this neurodegenerative disease follows an unforgiving course.

29 Sep 2013

Scientists discover critical regulator for directing pluripotent stem cells to make blood-forming stem cells

Stem cell scientists have moved one step closer to producing blood-forming stem cells in a Petri dish by identifying a key regulator controlling their formation in the early embryo, shows research published online today in Cell.

27 Sep 2013

Phase III EINSTEIN trial program: XARELTO reduces risk of DVT and PE

Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today a newly published, pooled analysis of the Phase III EINSTEIN trial program, showing XARELTO (rivaroxaban) is as effective as the standard of care in reducing the risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in people with symptomatic DVT or PE, while reducing the incidence of major bleeding by 46 percent.

21 Sep 2013

LUHS physician offers tips to help parents keep germs at bay

Most parents are all too familiar with the equation school + kids = sick days. With more than 200 cold viruses it's no wonder parents feel like they are fighting a losing battle when it comes to keeping their kids healthy.

19 Sep 2013

Researchers examine evolutionary selective pressure for MC1R gene among Spaniard and European populations

The proclivity of Spaniards to bask in regions like the Costa del Sol while their northern European counterparts must stay under cover to protect their paler skin or risk skin cancer is due in large part to the pigment producing qualities of the MC1R gene locus.

19 Sep 2013

Vitamin B News and Research

Latest Vitamin B News and Research

Pregnant women exposed to metoclopramide experience no increased risk of congenital malformations

Statins may increase risk of cataracts among individuals above 30 years old

Researchers discover new approach to tackle global threat of antibiotic drug resistance

Vitamin D supplements ineffective in preventing osteoporosis, finds study

Genetic mutation that protects skin from UV radiation may cause testicular cancer in Caucasian

TSRI scientists identify set of compounds to treat multiple sclerosis in new way

Community Health Centers shifting toward more holistic, population-based care

Research suggests almonds may be good snack option for those concerned about weight

Research on calcium supplements and vitamin D, risk of fractures and more to be released at ASBMR

Taking multivitamin daily may reduce incidence of cancer in men

Vitamin Angels' social media campaign aims to increase awareness about dangers of hidden hunger

Carbonyl stress suggests strategy for treatment-resistant schizophrenia

Life-prolonging effect of vitamin niacin demonstrated in roundworms

Biochemists discover promising vitamin D-based treatment that halts or reverse MS

Vitamin D levels linked to emphysema

Biochemists discover promising vitamin D-based treatment that can halt MS

Scientists discover critical regulator for directing pluripotent stem cells to make blood-forming stem cells

Phase III EINSTEIN trial program: XARELTO reduces risk of DVT and PE

LUHS physician offers tips to help parents keep germs at bay

Researchers examine evolutionary selective pressure for MC1R gene among Spaniard and European populations

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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