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Pneumonia Drug Promising Against Form of Muscular Dystrophy
Thu Nov 12, 2009, 14:00
In studies with mice, pentamidine combats genetic defects that lead to myotonic dystrophy.
News Topics : Yeast Infections, Pneumonia, Muscular Dystrophy, Drugs: Misc

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Flu Deaths Higher Among Seniors With Dementia
Fri Oct 30, 2009, 17:00
Study suggests mortality rate may be linked to health-care inadequacies.
News Topics : Safety & Public Health: Misc, Safety & Public Health, Pneumonia, Memory Problems, Flu, Brain, Aging: Misc

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Face Masks for Patients May Leak, Spread Germs
Fri Oct 09, 2009, 12:00
Health-care workers should take precautions, especially given H1N1 pandemic, experts say.
News Topics : Respiratory Problems: Misc, Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Hospitals, Flu, Doctors

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CDC Links Infections With Swine Flu Deaths
Wed Sep 30, 2009, 14:00
Nearly a third of U.S. victims were also infected with pneumococcus or other bacteria, agency reports.
News Topics : Vaccines, Strep Infections, Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Flu, Death & Dying: Misc, Centers for Disease Control

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Ulcer Preventative May Raise Pneumonia Risks
Fri Sep 18, 2009, 14:00
Trend seen in hospital patients also leads to higher costs, study finds.
News Topics : Ulcers, Surgery: Misc, Stomach Trouble, Prescription Drugs, Pneumonia, Hospitals, Drugs: Misc

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Cold, Flu or Pneumonia? Answer May Lie in Blood Test
Thu Aug 06, 2009, 12:00
Gene signature detects differences in viral, bacterial infections, study finds.
News Topics : Viruses, Respiratory Problems: Misc, Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Genetics, Common Cold

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Many Young Adults Uninformed About Vaccines
Wed Jul 22, 2009, 14:00
More awareness of benefits of shots for preventable diseases needed, study shows.
News Topics : Vaccines, Safety & Public Health: Misc, Safety & Public Health, Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Infections: Misc, Flu

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Fewer Shots Could Still Protect Kids From Pneumonia
Tue Jul 07, 2009, 16:00
Reduced-dose schedule for PCV-7 vaccine supported by study findings.
News Topics : Vaccines, Pneumonia, Kids: Misc

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Statins May Not Protect Against Pneumonia
Thu Jun 18, 2009, 17:00
Hope that the drugs could fight infection was premature, expert says.
News Topics : Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Prescription Drugs, Pneumonia, Drugs: Misc

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Acid-Suppressing Meds May Boost Pneumonia Risks
Tue May 26, 2009, 16:00
Routine use in hospitalized patients should be re-evaluated, experts say.
News Topics : Ulcers, Prescription Drugs, Pneumonia, Over-The-Counter Drugs: Misc, Hospitals, Gastrointestinal Problems, Drugs: Misc, Doctors

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Mild Flu Season Coming to a Close
Thu Apr 16, 2009, 12:00
Outpatient visits, deaths were lower than previous year, CDC says.
News Topics : Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Hospitals, Flu, Demographics, Death & Dying: Misc, Centers for Disease Control

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Flu Strikes a Milder Blow This Season
Wed Apr 08, 2009, 17:00
Effective vaccine and more vaccinations among young people helped, experts say.
News Topics : Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Hospitals, Flu, Demographics, Death & Dying: Misc, Centers for Disease Control

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Too Much Red Meat May Shorten Life Span
Mon Mar 23, 2009, 16:00
Major study finds an effect, but critics say meat offers important nutrients.
News Topics : Ulcers, Respiratory Problems: Misc, Pneumonia, National Institues of Health, Liver Disease: Misc, Heart Attack: Symptoms / Warning Signs / Risks, Heart Attack: Management / Prevention, Heart Attack: Diet, Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc, Food & Nutrition: Misc, Flu, Diabetes: Misc, Diabetes: Diet, Death & Dying: Misc, Cancer: Misc, Alzheimer's

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U.S. Flu Season Off to Slow Start
Tue Feb 03, 2009, 17:00
Fewer cases so far suggest a mild flu season, officials say.
News Topics : Viruses, Safety & Public Health: Misc, Respiratory Problems: Misc, Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Infections: Misc, Immunization, Government, Flu, Centers for Disease Control

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Meningitis Vaccine Seems to Work Like a Charm
Wed Jan 14, 2009, 17:00
Study finds it has led to a considerable reduction in infection rates.
News Topics : Vaccines, Safety: Child, Safety & Public Health: Misc, Safety & Public Health, Pneumonia, Meningitis, Infections: Misc

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Climate Change May Boost Contact With Pollutants
Fri Dec 26, 2008, 16:00
Exposure to elevated ozone levels associated with increased hospital admissions.
News Topics : Safety & Public Health: Misc, Safety & Public Health, Respiratory Problems: Misc, Pollution, Water, Pollution, Air, Pneumonia, Heart / Stroke-Related: Misc, Demographics, Asthma, Allergies: Misc

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Steroid Inhalers Raise Pneumonia Risk for Lung Disease Patients
Tue Nov 25, 2008, 16:00
People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder must weigh risks, benefits, experts say.
News Topics : Therapy & Procedures: Misc, Safety & Public Health: Misc, Respiratory Problems: Misc, Pneumonia, Emphysema

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Coconut Oil May Help Fight Childhood Pneumonia
Thu Oct 30, 2008, 14:00
Symptoms eased faster when it was added to antibiotic therapy, study found.
News Topics : Respiratory Problems: Misc, Pneumonia, Food & Nutrition: Misc, Child Development, Alternative Medicine: Misc

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Health Tip: Treating Pneumonia
Thu Oct 30, 2008, 09:00
Some general suggestions
News Topics : Pneumonia

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Statins Reduced Death Risk From Pneumonia
Tue Oct 28, 2008, 17:00
One-third lower mortality for hospitalized patients, study found.
News Topics : Research & Development, Prescription Drugs, Pneumonia, Infections: Misc, Heart Attack: Management / Prevention, Heart / Stroke-Related: Heart Attack, Heart / Stroke-Related: Coronary-Artery Disease, Drugs: Misc, Death & Dying: Misc, Cholesterol: Dietary