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News for: Wed Jun 25, 2008

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• Gene Variant May Contribute to Alzheimer's Disease Wed Jun 25, 2008, 12:00 The finding could open the door to improved treatments.

• ADHD Gene Doesn't Predict Response to Drugs Wed Jun 25, 2008, 12:00 But variant is linked to disease severity, researchers report.

• New Anti-Clotting Pill Works Well in Trials Wed Jun 25, 2008, 17:00 It's easier to use and produces fewer blood clots, studies find.

• Parkinson's Drugs Again Linked to Compulsive Disorders Wed Jun 25, 2008, 16:00 Impulsive gambling, shopping, sex and binge eating common among patients, study shows.

• Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise for Marfan Syndrome Wed Jun 25, 2008, 17:00 Losartan slowed aortic enlargement, most life-threatening defect of condition.

News Roundup • Clinical Trials Update: June 25, 2008 Wed Jun 25, 2008, 10:00 Interstitial Cystitis Vaccines Rheumatoid Arthritis • Sense of Adventure Rests in Primitive Brain Region Wed Jun 25, 2008, 12:00 But dopamine reward system may also play role in less desirable addictions, expert says. • Worldwide Surgery Rates Tied to Economic Status Wed Jun 25, 2008, 09:00 Richer countries perform most, but safety an issue in poorer areas, analysis finds. • Oral Drug Helps Prevent Clotting After Hip Replacement Wed Jun 25, 2008, 09:00 Daily dose of rivaroxaban cut risk of venous thromboembolism, study finds. • Low Childhood IQ Tied to Dementia in Old Age Wed Jun 25, 2008, 16:00 Findings apply to vascular dementia, not Alzheimer's, researchers say. • Cats Can Trigger Eczema in Some Infants Wed Jun 25, 2008, 09:00 Babies with a genetic mutation and a cat at home were more likely to develop skin condition before age of 1, study finds • Education, Income Affect Heart Attack Survival Rates Wed Jun 25, 2008, 16:00 More schooling, more money linked to improved outcomes, study concludes • Noninvasive Surgery Effective for Acid Reflux Disease Wed Jun 25, 2008, 14:00 New technique eliminates pain, requires less recovery time, surgeon says. • Drug-Coated Stents Reduce Repeat Artery Procedures Wed Jun 25, 2008, 16:48 But sicker patients may be getting bare metal devices, study suggests.

Health Highlights • Health Highlights: June 25, 2008 Wed Jun 25, 2008, 11:25 New England Has Highest Rate of Health Insurance Coverage FDA Has Questions About Gardasil Use in Older Women $30 Billion a Year Needed to Fight Hunger: U.N. Official Cuban Scientists Develop Lung Cancer Vaccine Breast Cancer Gene Linked to Deadly Prostate Cancer Unsafe Sexual Behavior a Problem in NYC FYI • Health Tip: Swing Set Safety Wed Jun 25, 2008, 09:00 Take precautions to keep your child safe • Health Tip: Don't Overdo Fast Food Wed Jun 25, 2008, 09:00 And know what you're eating

Today's Top News Stories
•	2 Techniques Found Effective in Carotid Artery Narrowing - Sep 06, 2008, 09:00 Angioplasty with stenting and endarterectomy successful in preventing ipsilateral stroke.
•	MRIs Don't Improve Breast Cancer Care, Outcome - Sep 06, 2008, 19:00 Study finds getting one delays treatment, raises odds of mastectomy.
•	FDA to List Drugs Under Review for Safety Issues - Sep 05, 2008, 14:00 But officials say patients taking meds on Web site shouldn't overreact or stop taking them.
•	No Place Safe From Allergies - Sep 05, 2008, 16:00 Most can be controlled, but you need to know what triggers them, experts say.
•	Almost Half of Adults Will Develop Knee Osteoarthritis by 85 - Sep 05, 2008, 14:00 Study finds risk is greatest for those overweight or obese at age 45.