Vaccines on horizon for AIDS, Alzheimer's, herpes Nov 23, 2009
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Carpet Cleaning Services for the Ch... Nov 22, 2009
Dirty carpets can be a hazard to good health, especially for people prone to allergies and asthma. Pollens, dust mites, chemicals and nicotine can also be removed during a thorough commercial carpet cleaning process. (Suite101.com)
Scratching? Your pet could have allergies Nov 22, 2009
Your pet could have allergies - Pet health- msnbc. com. (MSNBC -- Health)
The Young Pro Nov 22, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
8 tips to control your pet allergies Nov 22, 2009
MORE FROM ALLERGIES AND ASTHMA ... Allergies and asthma Section Front ... Add Allergies and asthma headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- Health)
The Parenting Place Nov 22, 2009
But upon bringing the new pooch home, we quickly realized that despite the fact that this particular mixed breed is generally considered good for people with allergies, one of us quickly began to have a strong allergic reaction to the doggie's presence ... Our little boss wrote on May 12, 2009 1:52 PM:" One of the toughest things about parenting kids in the early years is figuring out what's going on when they're not being themselves. Even when they have a decent early-child vocabulary, they... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Weymouth school committee tightens health policy Nov 22, 2009
Every effort shall be made to provide emergency responders with the student s emergency contact card, which lists any allergies or medical conditions the student might have, a policy document states. The committee voted 4-1 to turn down a request by member Gail Sheehan to require nurses to notify a parent when a student is injured during a fight while attending classes. (Weymouth News, MA)
Raw Milk Sparked Comment and Controversy at Nov. 11 DATCP Board Meeting (7) Nov 22, 2009
Marlowe didn t hesitate to blame pasteurized milk leading to milk allergies and lactose intolerance and for playing a role in asthma, middle ear infections, autism, and attention deficit with hyperactivity. Brian Wickert, Viroqua, suggested working with people in food safety division to come up with a food safety protocol for using raw milk. (Agri-View, WI)
Eli Sercarz, at 75; explored mechanisms of autoimmunity Nov 22, 2009
To solve the problem, in 1997 he took a post at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology, where he built a new lab. After five years, he moved his lab and his colleagues to the Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies in San Diego. (Boston Globe)
Barn Personnel Experience Higher-Than-Average Rates of Respiratory Symptoms Nov 22, 2009
Investigation of exposure to the dust, lung function and horse dander allergies in the barn-exposed group will be necessary to determine how best to protect the health of this group, Dr. Mazan says. Pulmonology research is one of four NIH-funded basic science divisions at the Cummings School, which also conducts research on infectious diseases, liver and hepatic illness, and reproduction and neurobiology, in addition to robust clinical, international, and sustainability research. (Science Daily)
Sars patients can provide therapy Nov 22, 2009
A team from the US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases then tested the most effective of these antibodies in mice and found they prevented the virus from multiplying in the respiratory system. Dr Lanzavecchia said: "At present there is no immunological treatment for Sars, and a vaccine may take several years to produce. "Our approach produces protective antibodies that would provide immediate protection against the Sars virus. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Small Nanoparticles Bring Big Improvement to Medical Imaging Nov 22, 2009
A joint research team, working at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), has discovered a method of using nanoparticles to illuminate the cellular interior to reveal these slow processes. Nanoparticles, thousands of times smaller than a cell, have a variety of applications. (Science Daily)
Far from track, suspended Mayfield holds auction Nov 21, 2009
Mayfield claims a mix of the prescription drug Adderall to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and the allergy medication Claritin-D created a false positive. Mayfield won an injunction July 1 to lift his suspension, but did not attempt to make any of the three races before the U.S. Court of Appeals upheld the suspension on July 24. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Reckitt Benckiser flexing financial muscle; transformational deal likely in OTC healthcare Nov 21, 2009
The third banker said he personally did not believe Scherings OTC unit was the greatest asset, due to products such as OTC allergy medication Claritin, which has reported declining sales. He did, however, mention that Dr. Scholls foot care products was one of the few strong businesses in the portfolio. (FT.com -- Markets)
Recalls: Cantaloupes, Chilled Side-Dish Products Nov 21, 2009
Those who have allergies or severe sensitivities to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they eat the products. The Englewood Cliffs, N.J., company said it is aware of four family members who had adverse reactions. (ABC News -- Wire)
Profits prompt surge in new vaccines Nov 21, 2009
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Prednisone and Prednisolone in Dogs... Nov 21, 2009
These ailments include allergic skin disease, flea allergy dermatitis, feline asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis and many others. Immunosuppressive Effects of Prednisone and Prednisolone. (Suite101.com)
Keeping your house show ready while still living there Nov 21, 2009
Some buyers may have allergies or a fear of animals, but equally important, pets can become fearful, anxious, aggressive or offensive when they are around people they don't know. Like it or not, sellers need to accept that the presence of their pet could become a big liability, including costing them a sale. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
New findings suggest strategy to help generate HIV-neutralizing antibodies Nov 20, 2009
WHAT: New discoveries about anti-HIV antibodies may bring researchers a step closer to creating an effective HIV vaccine, according to a new paper co-authored by scientists at the Vaccine Research Center of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health. Scientists know that an HIV-neutralizing antibody called b12 binds to gp120, an HIV surface protein, at one of the few areas of the virus that does not mutate: the site where gp120... (EurekAlert!)
From hair loss to hope, one Arlington High School student tells his story Nov 20, 2009
We d never heard of anything like that before, said Ben s mother Betsy Tinkham, who thought it might be allergies and believed the hair would grow back. Instead, it kept falling out. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Circassia Announces Successful Results From Phase II Clinical Study of ToleroMune(R) Cat Allergy Therapy Nov 20, 2009
Study Identifies Optimal Treatment Approach for Late-Stage Development. As well as benefiting patients, this effect scientifically validates the ToleroMune approach and its novel focus on generating regulatory T cells to shut down this type of IgE-mediated allergic response. (Canada Newswire)
Recall: Fresh & Easy pumpkin cheesecake pies Nov 20, 2009
People with allergies to pecans run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume the products. Fresh says the pies were mislabeled with a sticker that does not declare that the product has a crumb topping containing pecans. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Sweet -- sugared polymer a new weapon against allergies and asthma Nov 20, 2009
Public release date: 19-Nov-2009. Contact: Christen Brownlee. (EurekAlert!)
School H1N1 clinics set to begin Nov 20, 2009
Children with the following conditions should not get the nasal mist vaccine: ; Severe, life-threatening allergies to eggs or allergies to any other substance in the vaccine ; Weakened immune system ; Long-term health problems o Heart disease o Lung disease o Asthma o Kidney or liver disease o Diabetes or other metabolic disease o Anemia and other blood disorders ; Muscle or nerve disorders (such as cerebral palsy) that can lead to breathing or swallowing problems. Children on long-term aspirin... (WSJA.com, AL)
Tips from the Journals of the American Society for Microbiology Nov 20, 2009
"We show that over one-half of individuals in nature support antifungal bacteria that produce violacein, which suggests that there is a mutualism between violacein-producing bacteria and P. cinereus and that adding J. lividum is effective for protecting individuals that lack violacein-producing skin bacteria. (M.H. Becker, R.M. Brucker, C.R. Schwantes, R.N. Harris, K.P. Minbiole. 2009. The bacterially produced metabolite violacein is associated with survival of amphibians infected with a lethal... (EurekAlert!)
The stress of harvest Nov 19, 2009
"During short periods of stress, resistance is the stage in which the body regains pre-stress balance and repairs itself. Exhaustion often results from long term stress."In extreme situations, the body can't repair itself because of exhaustion and distress," Ebert said. "Stress-induced exhaustion can play a role in heart attacks, high blood pressure, migraine headaches, tension headaches, ulcers, asthma attacks, and allergy flare-ups. There's limited evidence linking prolonged stress to cancer,... (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Food Allergies on the Rise in Children Nov 19, 2009
Study Shows Food Allergies in Kids Have Increased 18 Percent in a Decade ... (WebMD) Food allergies in children, including peanut allergy, have increased by nearly 20 percent in the last 10 years, and certain ethnic groups may be harder hit than others ... A new study shows reports of food allergies in children rose by 18 percent from 1997-2007 while ambulatory care visits to treat food-allergy-related illnesses have tripled in recent years. (CBS News)
County closes brush site while seeking solution to dust emissions Nov 19, 2009
bhumphus wrote on Nov 12, 2009 10:10 AM:" Seriously???? SInce when is cedar and oak dust managed by the TCEQ??? Go take an allergy pill and get over it! Hey TCEQ.....what about all the dirt and dust being stirred up by all the housing construction in that same area????? Are they beign fined up to $50K per day??? While you're at it fine the farmers who plow their fields and stir up dust. Wow! ". You must register with a valid email to post comments. (Boerne Star, TX)
Bichon Frise Profile Nov 19, 2009
Bladder problems, knee difficulties, eye disorders, and skin allergies also pose challenges. Liver failure sometimes happens later in life. (Suite101.com)
Shotson horizon for Alzheimers, AIDS, herpes Nov 19, 2009
Shots on horizon for Alzheimer's, AIDS, herpes - Infectious diseases- msnbc. Shots on horizon for Alzheimer's, AIDS, herpes. (MSNBC -- Health)
Interleukin-10 in Inflammatory Bowel Disease Nov 19, 2009
From the Laboratory of Molecular Immunology, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD.. This article (10. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Recalls: gas grills, pacifiers, youth sweat shirts Nov 19, 2009
Those who have an allergy to any of these ingredients run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they eat the products. The recall involves products that are missing a back label. (Concord Monitor)
Combined Immunodeficiency Associated with DOCK8 Mutations Nov 19, 2009
From the Laboratory of Host Defenses (Q.Z., I.T.L., H.J., H.C.S.), the Laboratory of Clinical Infectious Diseases (A.F.F., J.D., G.U., S.M.H.), the Research Technologies Branch (A.J.F.), and the Laboratory of Immunology (H.F.M.), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases; the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (J.C.D.); and the Dermatology Branch, National Cancer Institute (M.L.T.) all in Bethesda, MD. This article (10 ... Address reprint requests to Dr. Su at the National Institute of... (New England Journal of Medicine)
SARS spurs China to act on AIDS Nov 19, 2009
How Russia is growing, literally, allergies rocketing in US children, food for life on Titan, and more. 00:00 21 October 2009 1 comment. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
- Study shows many diagnosed, some unreported with asthma in Imperial County 0 Nov 19, 2009
Students were more likely to have asthma if there was a history of allergies or a family member with asthma, according to the study. The location of a student s house also factored in, with those living in apartments or houses with rats and those in homes located near dusty open areas having a greater chance of having asthma. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Science news » Nov 19, 2009
The agency did not recommend countries set limits on how many children people should have, but said: "Women with access to reproductive health services . Conservationists searching for one of the world's most endangered crocodile species say they have found dozens of the reptiles lounging in plain sight at a wildlife rescue center in Cambodia.DNA taken from 69 crocodiles housed in the moats of the Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center showed nearly 50 percent were Siamese crocodiles, which until... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
All dressed up Nov 19, 2009
Harry suffers from a variety of ailments, one of them being a skin allergy and a recurring fungus infection that makes our house smell like spoiled cold cuts. I no longer notice it, but a kid selling popcorn for a fundraiser last week winced when I asked him to step inside while I got my wallet. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Free H1N1 Vaccine Clinic Friday, Nov. 20 Nov 19, 2009
If you have a severe (life-threatening) allergy to eggs or any other substance in the vaccine OR if you are moderately or severely ill, contact the Abrons Student Health Center at 962. 3280 for assistance. (The Seahawk, NC)
The Parenting Place Nov 18, 2009
But upon bringing the new pooch home, we quickly realized that despite the fact that this particular mixed breed is generally considered good for people with allergies, one of us quickly began to have a strong allergic reaction to the doggie's presence ... Our little boss wrote on May 12, 2009 1:52 PM:" One of the toughest things about parenting kids in the early years is figuring out what's going on when they're not being themselves. Even when they have a decent early-child vocabulary, they... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Recalls: Dietary Supplements, Catfish, Snacks Nov 18, 2009
These omissions could be dangerous for people with allergies or sensitivities to these ingredients. No incidents have been reported. (ABC News -- Wire)
Mainstay of the Global Workforce - 40-65 Year Olds - Hit Hardest by Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Nov 18, 2009
- New Report Highlights Global Economic Burden of the Disease. - An Estimated Two Billion Work Hours Lost Each Week. (Canada Newswire)
Vaccines in Sight for AIDS, Alzheimer's, TB, Herpes Nov 18, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Urinary tract infections. (Fox News)
Sars patients can provide therapy Nov 18, 2009
A team from the US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases then tested the most effective of these antibodies in mice and found they prevented the virus from multiplying in the respiratory system. Dr Lanzavecchia said: "At present there is no immunological treatment for Sars, and a vaccine may take several years to produce. "Our approach produces protective antibodies that would provide immediate protection against the Sars virus. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Scientists Discover Cells That Control Inflammation in Chronic Disease Nov 18, 2009
The authors of the study, from Imperial College London, the Istituto Dermopatico dell'Immacolata in Rome and the Center of Allergy and Environment (ZAUM) in Munich, hope their discovery could lead to new treatments for these diseases that would bring the cells under control. The new cell described in the study, called a Th22 cell, is a kind of T-helper cell. (Science Daily)
People have broader immunity to A/H1N1 flu: study Nov 18, 2009
This may explain why the disease hasn't posed more problems, according to the study conducted by researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology in La Jolla, California. By using a major flu database funded by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, the researchers analyzed the reaction of immune system cells to the H1N1 virus. (People's Daily Online, China)
People have broader immunity to A/H1N1 flu: study Nov 18, 2009
This may explain why the disease hasn't posed more problems, according to the study conducted by researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology in La Jolla, California. Employees wearing masks sew protective masks at a factory in Ternopil, western Ukraine Nov. 3, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Opinion: Fighting TB should be priority Nov 18, 2009
Dr. Anthony FauciDirector, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases ... For further information, please go to "" at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases ... Immunologist Anthony Fauci is an HIV/AIDS researcher and director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in Bethesda, Md. (MSNBC -- Health)
Get more: Health Nov 18, 2009
A study says some Halloween face paints could be linked to skin allergies. Tags. (KGO, CA)
Had the Flu? You May Have Some H1N1 Protection Nov 18, 2009
The study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, may also help explain why many older people are less likely to have severe disease, said Allison Deckhut-Augustine of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. RELATED. (Fox News)
Turkey Day Treats for Those With Food AllergiesHoliday tips for the 12 million Americans with food allergies. Nov 18, 2009
Turkey Day Menu: Dealing With Food Allergies on the Thanksgiving Holiday - ABC News ... Turkey Day Palate Pleasers for Those With Food Allergies ... "It's likely that some food preparation will be outside your control and it also turns out that many of the snacks and desserts and things like that would pose a particular risk, especially for those with peanut or nut allergies.". (ABC News)
AT RISK: H1N1, asthma can be a dire combination in children Nov 18, 2009
"Children who only get asthma during exercise, with a cold, or during allergy season can also have serious complications from flu," Bryant-Stephens says. T.J.'s parents gave him what asthma experts call "maintenance medications" every day: an oral Zyrtec (cetirizine) for allergies and the inhaled corticosteroid Flovent (fluticasone), which reduces inflammation in the lungs. (USA Today)
Newton celebrates 30 years of understanding differences Nov 18, 2009
Tsai was given an award for his work on behalf of people with food allergies ... The group also honored Ming Tsai, who owns Wellesley s Blue Ginger restaurant, for his work promoting restaurant safety for patrons with food allergies ... His son was born with several potentially life-threatening allergies, and Tsai began pushing for legislative change after his family was refused service in a Framingham restaurant, he said. (Newton Tab, MA)
Preparing to Sell Your House Nov 18, 2009
Clean floors with a mild-scented cleanser that won't trigger allergies in viewers. Clean windowsills, doors, and shelving. (Suite101.com)
Thursday TV: Demetri's Castle Nov 18, 2009
Donovan, previously seen in Crossing Jordan, does a nice job of channelling Don Johnson circa 1984, complete with relationship allergy. The mise-en-scene of Miami street life also deserves a credit, so integral is it to the show, despite the occasional slow-mo montage of cavorting babes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Previous Seasonal Flu Infections May Provide Some Level of H1N1 Immunity Nov 18, 2009
17, 2009) Researchers at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy & Immunology and colleagues have found that previous influenza infections may provide at least some level of immunity to the H1N1 "swine" flu ... The researchers used the Immune Epitope Database--a worldwide research tool developed and hosted by the La Jolla Institute and funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health--to conduct their study. (Science Daily)
Child Food Allergies on the Rise in U.S. Nov 18, 2009
MONDAY, Nov. 16 (HealthDay News) -- Pediatric food allergies, which can sometimes be life-threatening, are increasing at a dramatic rate in the United States, new research shows. But the study authors aren't sure if the rise in reports of food allergies reflects an increase in actual prevalence or if better awareness has led more people to seek treatment for their symptoms ... Whatever the cause, it's clear that the number of children with food allergies has gone up 18 percent and the number... (MEDLINEplus)
The Young Pro Nov 18, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Comparative analysis of the complete sequence of the plastid genome of Parthenium argentatum and identification of DNA barcodes to differentiate Parthenium species and lines Nov 17, 2009
Parthenium argentatum (guayule) is an industrial crop that produces latex, which was recently commercialized as a source of latex rubber safe for people with Type I latex allergy. The complete plastid genome of P. argentatum was sequenced. (BioMed Central)
H1N1 booster shots? Good luck Nov 17, 2009
Swine flu booster shots. Good luck with that - Swine flu- msnbc. (MSNBC -- Health)
Immunity to Swine Flu May Be Broader Than Thought Nov 17, 2009
"What has been widely reported in the general press is that the swine flu is totally new, so there is no immunity to it," said study lead author Bjoern Peters, an assistant member of the division of vaccine discovery at the La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology in La Jolla, Calif. "But the severity of infections that have been seen is not greater than usually seen in seasonal flu.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Onions a cure for flu? Nov 17, 2009
Allergies to cilantro are not unknown, and possibly could have an effect on your larynx ... People with allergies to one of these plants occasionally might develop sensitivities to one or more of the others. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Elsevier selected as new publisher of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Nov 17, 2009
New York, 16 November 2009 - Elsevier is pleased to announce that beginning with Volume 104 (2010) it will assume publication of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma ology, the official journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma ology (ACAAI). The Annals of Allergy, Asthma ology, published since 1942, will continue under the leadership of Editor Gailen D. Marshall, MD, PhD and a distinguished editorial board ... The journal provides solid, peer-reviewed coverage of current clinical science... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
1 in 7 Americans Went Hungry in 2008 Nov 17, 2009
Tell that to a hungry 3 year old with food allergies and asthma. Tell it to me, a single mom whose worked since I was 14 years old and traveled the world with a father dedicated to serving his country when I was a child. (CBS News)
Kids' Allergies: Epidemic or Medical Myth? Nov 17, 2009
Kids' Food Allergies Spike: Epidemic or Medical Myth ... Food Allergies in Kids On the Rise ... More and more parents report having a child with food allergies. (ABC News)
Merck Investors OK $41B Schering Deal Nov 17, 2009
The marriage will unite Merck's asthma and allergy treatment Singulair and cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil with Schering-Plough's allergy spray Nasonex and well-known consumer products including the Coppertone sun care line and Dr. Scholl's foot care items. Buying Schering-Plough also boosts Merck's sagging pipeline of drugs in development, gives it a sizable biotech unit and creates a dominant player in vaccines as well as cholesterol, respiratory and women's drugs. (CBS News -- Early Show)
