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News for: Thu May 15, 2008

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• New Guidelines Issued for Implanted Heart Devices Thu May 15, 2008, 16:00 Prevention is as important as intervention, specialists say.

• CDC Recommends Shingles Vaccine for Those Over 60 Thu May 15, 2008, 14:00 ZOSTAVAX could prevent two thirds of shingles cases, expert says.

• Chemo for Mesothelioma Offers Limited Survival Benefits Thu May 15, 2008, 19:00 Therapy does not appear to help quality of life for lung cancer linked to asbestos.

• Hot Flashes Reduced by Neck Injection Thu May 15, 2008, 09:00 Treatment could help breast cancer patients and menopausal women, study finds.

• Acne Drug Prevents Tissue Damage From Emphysema Thu May 15, 2008, 09:00 Doxycycline in mice boosts protective protein, too early to see benefit in humans.

News Roundup • Clinical Trials Update: May 15, 2008 Thu May 15, 2008, 10:14 Multiple Myelomas Insomnia Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) • Genes Play Part in Prostate Cancer Among Races Thu May 15, 2008, 14:00 Whites at higher risk than Hispanics, but genetics determines who gets it. • Lowering Dietary Fat May Help Prevent Prostate Cancer Thu May 15, 2008, 09:00 Findings in mouse model hint of new treatment strategies for the disease. • Stroke Patients at High Risk for Falls Thu May 15, 2008, 16:00 After hospital, they're twice as likely to be injured, so prevention strategies are key. • Embryonic Pathways Induce Stem Cell Traits Thu May 15, 2008, 12:00 Regenerative ability holds promise for development of target-specific cancer drugs. • Heart Device Recipients Often Not Aware of Recalls Thu May 15, 2008, 17:00 Some not clear on risks of problems, two surveys find. • Weight-Loss Aids Bought on Internet Might Harm Your Heart Thu May 15, 2008, 17:00 Pills, supplements have potentially dangerous ingredients, lack warning labels, study finds. • Statins May Help Older Women Control Irregular Heartbeat Thu May 15, 2008, 17:00 The cholesterol-lowering drugs showed some benefits in preliminary trial.

Health Highlights • Health Highlights: May 15, 2008 Thu May 15, 2008, 10:28 Large Increase Predicted in Cancer Drug Spending Court Overturns Vioxx Verdict Sweetwater Cheese Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination Multi-Drug Approach Needed in Bird Flu Pandemic: Study Meningitis B Vaccine Shows Promise Vitamin D May Prevent Prostate Cancer: Study FDA • New Laser Approved to Treat Psoriasis Thu May 15, 2008, 12:00 And other skin conditions FYI • Health Tip: Keeping the Caregiver Healthy Thu May 15, 2008, 09:00 Here are ways to prevent feeling burned out and stressed • Health Tip: Traveling During Pregnancy Thu May 15, 2008, 09:00 You can make your trip safe with a little preparation

Today's Top News Stories
•	Seniors Having More Sex Than Ever - Jul 09, 2008, 09:00 Study finds big jump in number of those over 70 who are 'doing it'
•	Men Often Not Told of Severity of Wife's Cancer - Jul 09, 2008, 09:00 Study finds almost 40% say docs never said condition was terminal until near death.
•	Gene Activity May Explain Deadlier Breast Cancers Among Younger Women - Jul 09, 2008, 09:00 Study finds more than 350 common sets of genes in patients under 45.
•	Breast-Conserving Surgery Leaves Many Cancer Patients Disappointed - Jul 09, 2008, 09:00 Poor aesthetic outcome after lumpectomy linked to depression, fear, study finds.
•	A Blood Marker Could Spot Diabetes Risk - Jul 08, 2008, 16:00 Higher levels of fetuin-A were linked to later disease development, study found .