Questions not as big this offseason Oct 7, 2008
Crain had an up-and-down year coming off right shoulder surgery in '07, and Guerrier appeared to be the victim of fatigue late in the year, but the Twins seem unlikely to make big changes to their 'pen, since they expect the group to bounce back in '09. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Your Health Check - VENOUS DISEASE: Part II Oct 7, 2008
Most textbooks on venous disease claim that there is minimal if any pain associated with varicosities, but agree that in people with saphenous reflux there may be a sensation of heaviness, fullness, fatigue, and swelling. Although all patients with varicose veins will get relief from conservative management, surgery will provide a permanent solution in most cases and further minimize the possibility of skin problems. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Ways to Ward Off Holiday Weight Gain Oct 7, 2008
You won't feel the fatigue of a fast food "crash" because the carbohydrates in these low glycemic foods break down slowly, releasing glucose into the blood stream gradually. "The whole idea is to find ways to eat that are both enjoyable and satisfying," he says. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Flu deaths up among kids for 2006-07 season Oct 7, 2008
These could include extreme fatigue, no thirst, or in older children complaints about feeling very ill. Share this on. (CNN -- Health)
Pipex Pharmaceuticals' Oral Flupirtine Receives IRB Approval to Initiate Phase II Clinical Trial for Fibromyalgia Oct 7, 2008
Secondary outcomes of the study will be a reduction in the severity of mood, fatigue, cognitive symptoms, and sleep disturbance, as well as improvement in overall level of functioning ... Fibromyalgia is an arthritis-related condition that is characterized by generalized muscular pain and fatigue ... It is a chronic and debilitating condition characterized by widespread pain and stiffness throughout the body, accompanied by severe fatigue, insomnia and mood symptoms. (Primezone Releases)
TENSION: Health takes a hit as economy creates stress Oct 7, 2008
By Sharon Jayson, USA TODAY Economic stress is taking its toll on the USA's emotional and physical health, new survey data show: More than half of Americans report irritability or anger, fatigue and sleeplessness, and almost half say they self-medicate by overeating or indulging in unhealthy foods. Money and the economy topped the list of stressors for at least 80% of those surveyed by the American Psychological Association, which releases its numbers today. (USA Today)
Protein in Spinal Fluid May Contribute to Multiple Sclerosis Oct 7, 2008
It is estimated that 400,000 people in the United States have MS, a disease that often strikes in episodic bursts, causing bladder and bowel dysfunction, memory problems, fatigue, dizziness, depression, difficulty walking, numbness, pain and vision problems. Previous research has shown that when activated, TREM-2 can help reduce immune inflammation and promote phagocytosis, a process that lets cells consume things. (MEDLINEplus)
Hopes of simple blood test for MS Oct 7, 2008
Common signs can include fatigue, psychological changes, weakness or paralysis of limbs, numbness, vision problems, difficulties speaking or walking, bladder problems, and sexual dysfunction. Eventually, patients may become totally paralysed and wheelchair-bound. (Yahoo News -- Multiple Sclerosis)
Stem cell progress on Parkinson's Oct 7, 2008
As a result, patients often suffer from stiffness, fatigue and involuntary movements. Foetal cells. (Yahoo News -- Parkinson's Disease)
Canberra doctors save lives of piggery workers Oct 6, 2008
She had experienced fatigue, night sweats and had lost 20kg in the three months before she arrived at Canberra Hospital ... He had been unwell for about one month with fevers, sweating, fatigue and weight loss of 6kg,'' Dr Kennedy said in the latest Medical Journal of Australia, out today. (The Canberra Times)
Why is there no vaccine against infectious mononucleosis? Oct 6, 2008
Finding a safe, effective "mono" vaccine has proved devilishly complicated - although the need is obvious: Every year, a new crop of college students comes down with mono, which causes a terrible sore throat, enlarged spleen and debilitating fatigue that can last for weeks. Spread by saliva (kissing, sharing beer bottles, etc. (Boston Globe)
As temperatures dip, Hantavirus threat rises in buildings (15) Oct 6, 2008
Signs include many flu- or West Nile virus-like symptoms, such as fatigue, fever and muscle aches. The symptoms can progress to headaches, dizziness, chills and nausea, Daly said. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Family's Personal Tragedy Helps Others Learn the Importance of Flu Prevention Oct 6, 2008
The symptoms include high fever, chills, cough, aches and fatigue. A simple cough or sneeze can quickly spread the flu virus from person to person. (Pekin Times, IL)
Caffeine and Pregnancy Oct 6, 2008
A pregnant woman who is anemic may experience extreme fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath as well as other symptoms. Drinking one cup of coffee or coffee drink or having one can of caffeinated soda day is not necessarily harmful during pregnancy; ingesting too many caffeinated products can be. (Suite101.com)
Piggery workers contract heart infection Oct 6, 2008
The journal has detailed the latest cases, including how the woman developed fatigue and anorexia, and lost 20 kilograms before she was diagnosed in October 2006, and had to have her damaged aortic valve replaced. The man, who was from the same unnamed NSW town, received drug treatment after going to the hospital in January with headache, fevers, neck stiffness and confusion. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Reasons to snack Oct 6, 2008
Good-for-you fruit sugars, honey, low-fat dairy products, whole grains, and many vegetables lift mood and battle fatigue without the rollercoaster effect. Smart Snacking Strategies. (iAfrica.com)
On the Seventh Day, They Worked, as Crisis Grips Washington, Wall Street Oct 6, 2008
It wasn't a health crisis, just fatigue, said a person familiar with the deliberations. To contact the reporters on this story: in New York ; in Washington at. (Bloomberg)
US court bars forced anthrax jabs Oct 6, 2008
Reported side effects include inflammation in the area of the inoculation, extreme fatigue, joint pain and temporary memory loss. A Justice Department spokesman said the government was reviewing the ruling and had not decided whether to appeal. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)
Nepal storm traps fungus hunters Oct 6, 2008
It is used in Chinese medicine as an aphrodisiac and also to treat cancer, fatigue, asthma and a range of other conditions. Thousands of Nepali villagers move to the highlands every May and June to harvest the fungus. (Yahoo News -- Nepal)
'Tis the Season of Six-Inch Stilettos Oct 6, 2008
Future biomechanics studies may look even more closely at pump-related injuries and fatigue. Behind the shoes' superficial appeal seems to lie a deeper truth, however. (Time.com)
Mouse cloned to cure Parkinson's Oct 6, 2008
In the human diseases, patients lose key brain cells which produce a chemical vital for controlling muscle movements - and are left with gradually increasing stiffness, fatigue and jerky movement. Tail cells. (Yahoo News -- Parkinson's Disease)
Tired of being tired? Losing sleep? Restless nights affect well-being of millions Oct 5, 2008
Air seems to be the culprit for many living in a twilight state of fatigue and exhaustion. The majority of sleep issues having to do with sleep fragmentation is because of a struggle to breathe, said Yvette Worman, co-owner of Helena Sleep Diagnostics. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Flu shots best defense against seasonal illness Oct 5, 2008
SIOUX CITY -- Cough, fever, aches, fatigue -- they're symptoms of influenza, a viral disease of the upper respiratory system. According to the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every year in the United States, on average 5 percent to 20 percent of the population gets the flu; more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications and about 36,000 people die from flu. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Living with MS? Surprising Stats about Mobility, Attitudes Oct 5, 2008
Symptoms can include walking and coordination difficulties, fatigue, numbness, weakness and visual problems ... Mobility problems can be compounded by fatigue, another common symptom of MS. About 75 percent of people in the survey report that they experience fatigue at least twice a week ... Along with mobility loss, fatigue can limit their ability to handle daily tasks at home or at work. (Pekin Times, IL)
Where You Live Matters When You're Seriously Ill: Three U.S. States Earn 'A' Grade, Three An 'F' Oct 5, 2008
"Without palliative care, people with serious illnesses like cancer often suffer unnecessarily from severe fatigue, pain, shortness of breath, nausea and other symptoms from their disease and treatments.". The study suggests that in states with more palliative care programs, patients are less likely to die in the hospital; don't have to go to the intensive care unit as much in the last six months of life; and spend fewer days in intensive care or the coronary unit in the last six months. (Science Daily)
Dave Molinari on the Penguins: Body clocks keep ticking (Today) Oct 5, 2008
A radically abridged version of Divers' credentials: Air Force Academy graduate, MBA degree, medical officer for the Navy SEALs and Air Combat Command pilots, for whom he provided assistance with fatigue management and developed schedules to maximize performance. "Initially, I didn't know what to think," Kadar said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Stoner dominates Aussie MotoGP Oct 5, 2008
" Stoner admitted after the race that the flowing nature of the Phillip Island circuit helped him overcome any fatigue associated with his long-standing wrist injury, which will require surgery after the season. "In Japan last week I struggled a lot more on change of direction than I did on brakes," he said. "This weekend, it has been really good and it hasn't given me any dramas. Once we got to two-thirds race distance, I could start to ease off a little bit and take a lot of weight off it. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Credit/D/Fail Oct 5, 2008
The sparkle of Mardi Gras beads icing the necks of their peers distracted students from their fatigue and looming heat stroke while the eclectic and infectious rhythms of the New Orleans-based band Trombone Shorty got everyone shaking and grinding. The best part. (Yale Herald, CT)
27 Bus Passengers Exposed to Deadly TB Oct 4, 2008
"The risk to the public is not a high one, he said. But we need to go the extra mile and make sure to contact those people the best we can. TB is a bacterial infection caused by a germ called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The bacteria usually attack the lungs, but they can also damage other parts of the body, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It spreads through the air when a person with TB of the lungs or throat coughs, sneezes or talks. If not treated properly, TB can... (Fox News)
Clint Bowyer on Motorcycle Safety Oct 4, 2008
Be awake - Fatigue and drowsiness can impair a motorcyclist's ability to react, so be alert. 4. (Pekin Times, IL)
Acrylamide In Our Favorite Foods Oct 4, 2008
When inhaled, it can cause drowsiness, tingling sensations, fatigue, weakness, stumbling, slurred speech, and shaking. The chemical may also cause central and peripheral nervous system damage and may be a precursor to cancer. (Suite101.com)
Fighting the flu: Vaccinations recommended Oct 4, 2008
People with the common cold typically have a runny or stuffy nose, but the flu can cause body aches, extreme fatigue, dry cough or fever. Furthermore, the flu may lead to pneumonia or infections for the elderly or someone with a weakened immune system. (Cape Coral Daily Breeze)
Las Vegas Competitive Athlete Lives With Diabetes Oct 4, 2008
He had gone to the doctor complaining of fatigue and an unquenchable thirst, symptoms he had brushed off until it became obvious that something was wrong. "He started to do some tests. And he did a urine test and came back in and said Bruce, you are a diabetic. And then we did a blood test, and he informed me I needed to go from the doctor's office to the emergency room," said Balch. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
FDA Orders Stronger Warnings For 4 Arthritis Drugs Oct 4, 2008
Patients should call their doctors if they develop persistent fever, cough, shortness of breath or fatigue, which can be signs of the fungal infection. And the FDA is also urging doctors to consider aggressive use of antifungal drugs in patients who develop such symptoms, even if the infection has not been confirmed by a laboratory test. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Local Man First Nevadan to Use New Kidney Dialysis Machine Oct 4, 2008
Although, more sessions actually means less fatigue. "But it works more like your body functions. So you're taking your fluids off more regularly. And your blood is being cleaned. So you feel much better all the time," said Fleming. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
STDs Spread Among Boomers, Seniors Oct 4, 2008
"Sometimes, it's difficult for physicians to determine if a person has the flu or is infected with the virus. Symptoms of both may include night sweats, chronic fatigue, weight loss, dementia and swollen lymph nodes.". The key, she believes, is to educate baby boomers and seniors. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Women face many natural obstacles to sleep - Nurse's Notes Oct 4, 2008
Women who experience premenstrual syndrome symptoms report insomnia (which includes difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep or waking up too early), hypersomnia (sleeping too much) and daytime fatigue and sleepiness. Nocturnal sleep-related eating disorder, although uncommon, is most often seen in women. (Missoulian, MT)
Notebook: Baldelli defies odds, starts in playoffs Oct 4, 2008
(AP) -- Many wondered if Rocco Baldelli would ever play baseball again when he announced in spring training that he had mitochondrial disorder, which causes chronic muscle fatigue and slows muscle recovery. The Rays outfielder not only got back on the field this season, he was the designated hitter for Game 2 of Tampa Bay's AL division series with the on Friday night. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
• Idaho woman dies after contracting West Nile virus Oct 4, 2008
Some of the symptoms of West Nile infection include fever, head and body aches, fatigue, vomiting and nausea. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
COLD VS. FLU: How to tell the difference Oct 4, 2008
Sometimes occurs with colds, but flu usually starts with a period of exhaustion, with fatigue lasting two or three weeks. Sneezing, stuffy nose, sore throat. (USA Today -- News)
Pandas at China zoo fed chicken soup for health Oct 4, 2008
Zoo says chicken soup helps with fatigue, gives nutritional boost ... Pandas in the Wuhan Zoo have been fed chicken soup in addition to bamboo for fatigue ... "We felt it would be good to give them the soup because they were fatigued and had a bit of a shock.". (CNN -- Health)
Baldelli pumped to contribute to Rays' run Oct 4, 2008
It's a gift Baldelli couldn't have fathomed during Spring Training, when it was revealed that the 27-year-old was fighting a mitochondrial disorder that slows muscle recovery and causes fatigue ... " Getting to this point took a lot of effort, not only from Baldelli, but for Ron Porterfield, Tampa Bay's head athletic trainer. Baldelli missed the final 124 games of the 2007 season with hamstring issues and general soreness and wasn't able to rejoin the Rays until Aug. 10 of this season. In... (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Breast Cancer Patients Get Sleep Help Oct 4, 2008
-- Researchers are seeking ways to help breast cancer patients overcome extreme fatigue, a common side effect of treatment. Researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center recently completed a clinical study focused on reducing fatigue in women with breast cancer, Omaha's KETV-TV reported ... "Fatigue is the No. 1 symptom women report as they go through chemotherapy and, even among survivors, fatigue and sleep disturbances are No. 1 and No. 2 among cancer survivors," said Dr. Ann... (Click2Houston, TX)
One in 10 Med Students Has Suicidal Thoughts? Oct 4, 2008
As this is happening, opportunities for recreational breaks are limited while long hours can lead to a crushing fatigue. There are other problems, too. (Slate)
Lee Grant's Outtakes Oct 4, 2008
Ravings, rants, quirks and quibbles. Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Natalie Cole on bed rest after Hepatitis C bout Oct 3, 2008
Her doctors said at the time she was responding well to treatment but was suffering side effects including fatigue, muscle aches and dehydration. Hepatitis C is a blood-borne infectious disease that can cause inflammation of the liver, and in extreme cases, liver cancer. (MSNBC -- Health)
Why sled dogs are super dogs Oct 3, 2008
These include immune suppression, fatigue, muscle damage and stomach ulcers ... Elite human athletes, in contrast, show signs of fatigue after continuous exercise and require recovery time ... "The latter is limited, and the more the muscle taps into those limited stores, the faster it fatigues.". (MSNBC -- Health)
Cephalon, Inc. Oct 3, 2008
Cephalon settles improper drug marketing case for $425M - Philadelphia Business Journal. for free extra services. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Southern Hospitals Ranked Worst for Seriously Sick Oct 3, 2008
"Without palliative care, people with serious illnesses like cancer often suffer unnecessarily from severe fatigue, , shortness of breath, nausea and other symptoms from their disease and treatments.". Meier won a MacArthur "genius" grant last month for her work in developing the field of palliative care. (Fox News)
New from the Dover Council on Aging (Oct. 2) Oct 3, 2008
By reducing stress and fatigue, meditation enables us to connect with our higher self where energy and inner awareness are our natural state of being. The purpose of meditation is to enrich all aspects of life. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Stop & Shop offers flu clinic Oct 3, 2008
High fever, body pains, sore throat and extreme fatigue are typical symptoms. The flu can strike anyone, although working adults between 18 and 64 are especially at risk. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Clement: No repeat for the Red Wings Oct 3, 2008
Fatigue from short offseason among factors to keep Detroit from Cup. Jerry S. Mendoza / AP fileRed Wings coach Mike Babcock has to make sure his message still gets across to his players in an atmosphere surrounding the team that will be different with Detroit coming off a championship season, writes Bill Clement of NBCSports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jog To The Beat: Music Increases Exercise Endurance By 15% Oct 3, 2008
Dr Karageorghis, who is a reader in sport psychology at Brunel University, explains: The synchronous application of music resulted in much higher endurance while the motivational qualities of the music impacted significantly on the interpretation of fatigue symptoms right up to the point of voluntary exhaustion. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Statistics show heart disease a major problem for women (1) Oct 3, 2008
Signs that you may be suffering from heart failure include: shortness of breath, swelling of feet, legs and ankles, and extreme fatigue ... You may want to talk to your doctor if you are having chest or arm pain, if you are feeling short of breath, dizzy, nauseous, tired, or if you are feeling very fatigued. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Cephalon to pay $425M for improper drug marketing Oct 3, 2008
Provigil, which is approved for narcolepsy, was marketed for fatigue, among other things, authorities said. Cephalon also announced it agreed to pay $6. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Ways to Ward Off Holiday Weight Gain Oct 3, 2008
You won't feel the fatigue of a fast food "crash" because the carbohydrates in these low glycemic foods break down slowly, releasing glucose into the blood stream gradually. "The whole idea is to find ways to eat that are both enjoyable and satisfying," he says. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Gyms tailor workouts to health needs Oct 3, 2008
"With , people feel too tired to exercise, but if they exercise the fatigue is less," said Christine Brown, the Cancer Center's wellness manager. In suburban Boston, Massachusetts, patients are referred to the Dedham Health and Athletic Complex after diagnoses ranging from heart disease to arthritis to diabetes, said Lloyd Gainsboro, co-owner and director of business development. (CNN -- Health)
Need a good athletic performance? Relax. Oct 3, 2008
And Reiff said that he tells runners to stay tall, avoiding the rolled shoulders and tight upper body form that comes with fatigue and being too tense ... It s a strange thing because at some level you are reading the fatigue and pain from your body and using it to get and stay right on the razor s edge, he wrote in an e-mail message. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Meet the woman who goes blind on and off Oct 3, 2008
The woman who suffers unexplained fatigue and nausea, however, now says that Botox no longer worked for her. During "closed-eye days", Natalie's eyes are completely shut, except for a small slit in her left eye. (Sify)
Steps Could Get More Seniors into Clinical Trials Oct 3, 2008
Other hurdles for elderly participants included caregiver involvement, having several health disorders, fatigue, and cognitive impairment. However, when Goode and colleagues assessed actual retention rates of the 512 women enrolled in the two surgical trials -- of whom about 221 were 70 years and older -- they found older participants did not have higher drop-out rates than younger participants. (MEDLINEplus)
Working Days Harder on Policewomen's Mental Health Oct 3, 2008
Work schedules that disrupt normal sleep-wake cycles have been linked to depression, fatigue, and other health problems, Violanti and his team note in the American Journal of Industrial Medicine. Police officers must work in shifts and are known to be at greater risk of suicide and PTSD than the general population, they add. (MEDLINEplus)
US court bars forced anthrax jabs Oct 3, 2008
Reported side effects include inflammation in the area of the inoculation, extreme fatigue, joint pain and temporary memory loss. A Justice Department spokesman said the government was reviewing the ruling and had not decided whether to appeal. (Yahoo News -- Anthrax)
Still in the Lyme Light Oct 3, 2008
Both relate to the puzzling and demoralizing condition often referred to as "chronic Lyme," a syndrome that includes fatigue, headaches, forgetfulness, and other symptoms. In May, Richard Blumenthal, attorney general of Connecticut, the disease's ground zero, announced an antitrust investigation of the specifically addressing the treatment of Lyme, including chronic Lyme. (Slate)
The Pill Killer Oct 3, 2008
An ad for a pill called Yaz a peppy cover of the "Goodbye to You" and promises that Yaz will relieve menstruating women of fatigue, cramps, irritability, and acne. Another shows sophisticated, cocktail-sipping women talking solemnly about the pill's pros. (Slate)
West Nile virus makes late debut in Maynard Oct 3, 2008
Hallmarks of the virus include fever, fatigue and headache. In rare instances, the infection can turn lethal, particularly in the very old or very young. (Beacon Villager, MA)
