New research into the mechanisms of gene regulation Nov 20, 2009
Mitchell Weiss and Gerd Blobel at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, they focused specifically on the complex process of producing red blood cells (erythrocytes). These cells contain large amounts of hemoglobin, a molecule essential for transporting oxygen throughout the body. (EurekAlert!)
Reflux Esophagitis Due to Immune Reaction, Not Acute Acid Burn Nov 20, 2009
19, 2009) Contrary to current thinking, a condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) might not develop as a direct result of acidic digestive juices burning the esophagus, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have found in an animal study ... It is those inflammatory cells, drawn to the esophagus by cytokines, that cause the esophageal damage that is characteristic of GERD. The condition is manifested by symptoms such as heartburn and chest pain ... "Currently, we treat GERD... (Science Daily)
Body pains that may turn fatal Nov 18, 2009
Some are mildly inconvenient such as heartburn, reflux, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease ) while others are a lot more serious. Lack of exercise or obesity can lead to chest pain when you exert your body too much. (India Times, India)
New leader takes reins of Greenpeace Nov 17, 2009
Gerd Leipold, his predecessor at Greenpeace, said Naidoo s appointment is a watershed, both because he is the first African and because he is the first executive director to come from outside the organization. After battling apartheid in South Africa in the 1970s and 1980s, Naidoo led global campaigns to end poverty and protect human rights. (Boston Globe)
How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs? Nov 6, 2009
But when the burn is severe or frequent, it may be due to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition that occurs when the valve that closes off the stomach from the esophagus fails to work properly, according to the American College of Gastroenterology. When stomach acid backs up all the way to the throat or even the nasal airway, it's called laryngopharyngeal reflux, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery. (MEDLINEplus)
Teeth Grinding Linked To Sleep Apnea; Bruxism Prevalent In Caucasians With Sleep Disorders Nov 6, 2009
Through a retrospective chart review, Dr. Subramanian and his colleagues, from the Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, assessed the prevalence of bruxism and gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) in 150 men and 150 women with OSA. Each group consisted of 50 Caucasians, 50 African-Americans, and 50 Hispanics ... 6 percent of patients suffered from teeth grinding, while 35 percent of all patients with OSA complained of nocturnal heartburn and GERD symptoms ... The researchers also examined the... (Science Daily)
Commentary warns of unexpected consequences of proton pump inhibitor use in reflux disease Nov 1, 2009
According to the authors, gastroesophageal reflux(GERD) and laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) are diseases that have undergone a remarkable growth in public health relevance over the last 20 years ... PPIs are among the most widely prescribed classes of medications for GERD and LPR diseases ... But according to the authors, there is a growing body of literature demonstrating that acid is not the only causal agent of tissue damage in reflux disease, and that PPIs are not effective at treating all... (EurekAlert!)
New Studies Explore Connection Between High Stress Jobs And GI Disorders Oct 31, 2009
The studies, performed by the United States Navy and the State University of New York (SUNY), Stonybrook, examine the long term effects of infectious gastroenteritis (IGE) among active duty military and the interaction between gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) and mental health disorders among World Trade Center workers, respectively ... Shortly after September 11, 2001, high frequencies of gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) and mental health disorders (MHD) were reported among exposed World Trade... (Science Daily)
People With Heart Devices Can 'Digest' Advanced Diagnostic Technology Safely Oct 28, 2009
27, 2009) A new Mayo Clinic study suggests that video capsule endoscopy (CE), a procedure that uses wireless technology in diagnosing intestinal disease, is safe for patients with heart devices. Wireless electrical gadgets, such as cell phones, have been shown to interfere with implanted heart devices, including pacemakers and defibrillators. (Science Daily)
World Trade Center Workers Have More Cases of Acid Reflux Oct 28, 2009
Study shows they have doubled risk of GERD, may be linked to mental fallout ... MONDAY, Oct. 26 (HealthDay News) -- World Trade Center rescue workers can add another illness to the list of health problems that may have resulted from exposure to Ground Zero toxins and the ensuing mental anguish of the tragedy -- gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) ... A new study shows that 41 percent of World Trade Center responders have GERD, twice that of the general population. (MEDLINEplus)
Barrett's esophagus patients have same survival rates as general population Oct 27, 2009
Barrett's esophagus is most often diagnosed in people who have long-term gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) -- a chronic regurgitation of acid from the stomach into the lower esophagus. A diagnosis of Barrett's esophagus can be concerning because it increases the risk of developing esophageal cancer. (EurekAlert!)
Readers Respond on "Knowing Your Chances"--And More... Oct 3, 2009
Risks and Rewards I feel that , by Gerd Gigerenzer, Wolfgang Gaissmaier, Elke Kurz-Milcke, Lisa M. Schwartz and Steven Woloshin, is a very important article. As a physician, I know it is often difficult to follow through with scientific recommendations. (Scientific American)
Eisai Submits Application for Additional Indication of its Proton Pump Inhibitor PARIET(R) for Non-erosive GERD in Japan Sep 30, 2009
Tokyo, Sept 29, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it had submitted an application for additional indication of its proton pump inhibitor PARIET(R) (generic name: rabeprazole sodium) for non-erosive gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) in Japan ... While non-erosive GERD is defined as a set of subjective symptoms such as heartburn caused by the flow of stomach acid and other gastric contents back into the esophagus, it is a disorder in which erosion, ulcers or other... (JCN Network, Japan)
Acid Reflux Doesn't Just Cause Heartburn Sep 25, 2009
But if you don't have those classic symptoms you may still have acid bubbling up from the stomach into the esophagus, a condition called "gastro-esophageal reflux disease" (GERD) ... As an internist and gastroenterologist, I've seen patients who have suffered for years with atypical symptoms of GERD get better with treatment ... For information about GERD from the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. (CBS News -- Health)
How to Treat GERD Symptoms with OTC... Sep 23, 2009
How to Treat GERD Symptoms with OTC Drugs. How to Treat GERD Symptoms with OTC Drugs ... GERD is a painful condition in which acid enters the esophagus. (Suite101.com)
Natural Acid Reflux Therapy Sep 20, 2009
Managing the Causes of GERD. From natural remedies for GERD to lifestyle changes, there are many ways to treat the causes of acid reflux, therefore preventing acid reflux from occurring ... Acid reflux and heartburn are more or less the same painful condition known in the medical community as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. The causes of GERD are as varied as the people who suffer from acid reflux, but the basic premise is stomach acid along with partially or undigested food coming... (Suite101.com)
A Recovery Diet for GERD Surgery Sep 19, 2009
Millions of people suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. Characterized by painful and persistent heartburn, trouble sleeping, and indigestion, acid reflux is a common byproduct of the American diet. For some, the symptoms of acid reflux can be managed with a combination of lifestyle changes, GERD medication, and even natural remedies, such as eating , or using healing herbs; but, for a small portion of GERD sufferers, surgery is a better option ... The fundamental rules of a... (Suite101.com)
GERD negatively impacts sleep quality, results in considerable economic burden Sep 1, 2009
1, 2009) There has been much debate about the relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep. Three new studies in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology explore GERD's effect on sleep quality and the health-care system as well as how a widely prescribed sleeping pill may mask the disease ... GERD is a commonly occurring condition in the U.S., with more than 40 percent of the population experiencing the disease. (EurekAlert!)
Indigestion Remedies Aug 27, 2009
Chamomile is a GERD remedy that has a relaxing effect on the stomach and digestive tract. The uncomfortable feeling that some people feel after eating a meal can be effectively treated using natural indigestion remedies. (Suite101.com)
Natural Heartburn Cure Aug 26, 2009
Carrot juice is an effective natural treatment for GERD because it neutralizes stomach acid ... Heartburn, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), occurs when acid from the stomach is pushed up into the esophagus. (Suite101.com)
Consensus Thaws On Global Warming Aug 21, 2009
During an Aug. 5 interview with the BBC, Gerd Leipold, outgoing executive director of Greenpeace, admitted that his organization emotionalizes issues to influence the public. At the time, he was admitting his group had made an error in its July 15 news release that claimed "we are looking at ice-free summers in the Arctic as early as 2030.". (Investors Business Daily)
Public Overestimates Benefits Of Cancer Screening, Survey Finds Aug 19, 2009
Gerd Gigerenzer, of the Max Planck Institute for Human Development in Berlin, and colleagues conducted a survey of over 10,200 people from nine European countries to assess perceptions of cancer-specific mortality reduction associated with mammography and prostate-specific antigen screening, and to determine the sources of information they rely on. The authors found that the majority of participants have a dramatic overestimation of the benefits of such tests, and that doctors and other sources... (Science Daily)
U.S. Panel Backs New Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine Jun 26, 2009
"The consequences of contracting this disease can be devastating," Gerd Zettlmeissl, chief executive of Intercell, said in a statement. In briefing documents, the panel noted that no treatment was currently available for Japanese encephalitis. (MEDLINEplus)
Germany: Merkel is the message Jun 26, 2009
She learnt from Mr Kohl to sit problems out , says Gerd Langguth, a political scientist who has written her biography. Unlike her mentor, though, she has no sense of historical mission and no vision of society. (The Economist)
COLUMN: Cavities and the many causes of tooth decay Jun 26, 2009
Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease or GERD is a common cause of extensive tooth decay ... Patients may not realize that they have GERD. Dentists may recognize the pattern of erosion and decay, and instruct their patient to speak with their physician about diagnosis and treatment ... One more note about carbonated beverages, the acid and gas increase the frequency of GERD.. (Malden Observer, MA)
Intercell Supports the Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination Recommendations of CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Jun 25, 2009
"The consequences of contracting this disease can be devastating due to the high morbidity and mortality associated with the disease, making IXIARO a crucial preventive tool for those spending time in endemic areas. It is gratifying that the ACIP committee of the CDC has chosen to broaden its recommendations and to recognize the benefits of IXIARO," said Gerd Zettlmeissl, Chief Executive Officer of Intercell. "This underscores our commitment to serving the needs of the travelers' and of the... (PR Newswire)
Got a mystery cough? 8 possible culprits Jun 20, 2009
However, in a 2006 study of women with an average age of 48 who had a cough lasting for six months, 39 percent were found to have asthma, 9 percent had chronic upper airway cough syndrome (commonly known as postnasal drip), and 9 percent had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) ... GERD is an ailment of the stomach and esophagus that occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus due to a weak valve ... But coughing is another common symptom of GERD, along with chest pain and wheezing. (CNN -- Health)
NEJM study finds radiofrequency ablation can reverse Barrett's esophagus, reduce cancer risk Jun 3, 2009
NEW YORK (May 29, 2009) -- Patients who have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for a prolonged period have an increased risk of developing Barrett's esophagus, a pre-cancerous condition where the tissue lining the esophagus becomes damaged by stomach acid and transformed into something like the inside of the stomach ... "Advanced Barrett's esophagus diminishes the painful symptoms of acid reflux making its diagnosis difficult in many patients. Therefore, it's important for anyone who has... (EurekAlert!)
Rapid approach to identify influenza A virus mutations and drug resistance developed May 29, 2009
"With the development of this new system, the entire project team hopes to better and more quickly track this new flu variant and keep the world informed of how the virus is evolving," said Gerd Maass, Ph. D., CEO of Roche NimbleGen. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Owie! Halt pizza burn, other pains May 25, 2009
You might have gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. See a doctor; GERD can lead to esophageal cancer. Prevent it: Make stomach acid work against gravity at night by placing 2-inch blocks under the legs at the head of your bed, says Ted Epperly, M.D., president of the American Academy of Family Physicians. (MSNBC -- Health)
Use of Interferon Gamma-Based Assay to Diagnose Tuberculosis Infection in Health Care Workers after Short Term Exposure May 12, 2009
Dag GUNDERSEN Storla , Ingun Kristiansen , Fredrik Oftung , Gro Ellen Korsvold , Monica Gaupset , Gerd Gran , Anne Kristin Overby , Anne Margarita Dyrhol-Riise and Gunnar Aksel Bjune. BMC Infectious Diseases 2009, 9:60doi:10. (BioMed Central)
Intercell Executes Multi-Year Contract for Supply of IXIARO(R) to the United States Military May 9, 2009
"With a mortality rate that can exceed 30 percent, Japanese Encephalitis is a clear danger to the thousands of military personnel - and their families - that are stationed in areas where the disease is endemic. IXIARO will provide a new level of protection for this group of people at risk," stated Gerd Zettlmeissl, Chief Executive Officer of Intercell. "Intercell is very pleased that the Department of Defense has acknowledged the value of IXIARO by entering into a long-term supply agreement.". (PR Newswire)
Wine Protects Against Barrett's Esophagus Apr 17, 2009
These individual were matched to 316 subjects with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and to 317 population controls ... Information was collected on GERD symptoms, medication use, income, education, medical history, and tobacco use ... However, consideration of these factors and GERD symptoms did not eliminate the inverse association between wine consumption and Barrett's esophagus. (Newsmax)
Reflux Drug Doesn't Help Treat Asthma Apr 10, 2009
John Mastronarde, wanted to determine if acid reflux disease, or GERD, worsens asthma symptoms ... "We found that 'silent' GERD is likely not the cause of poorly controlled asthma, and treatment with proton pump inhibitors does not improve control or provide any benefit to the patients," said Mastronarde ... Symptoms of asthma and GERD often overlap, making it difficult for physicians to distinguish between the two conditions, and about half of asthma patients who have reflux also have no... (KIRO TV, WA)
Heartburn Medications Do Not Ease Asthma Symptoms, Study Shows Apr 10, 2009
Four out of 10 asthma sufferers, he notes, are struggling to control their asthma, whether or not they have symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. ... But until now, no study had closely monitored asthmatics shown to have the silent form of GERD by taking precise measures of esophageal pH acidity levels, in which only patients free of any heartburn were treated. (Science Daily)
McAllister: Dietary calcium best for bones Apr 7, 2009
Because calcium citrate can be absorbed in a less acidic stomach, it s a good choice for women taking acid-suppressing drugs for the treatment of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). Calcium citrate is the primary ingredient in many calcium supplements, including Citracal and Cal-Citrate. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Pregnancy & Nutrition Apr 4, 2009
Is it heartburn or GERD. Learn the difference. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Intercell Announces FDA Approval of IXIARO(R), a Novel Vaccine to Prevent Japanese Encephalitis Apr 1, 2009
"This approval is a major achievement for Intercell, and it marks a significant milestone in this company's history. The approval of IXIARO by the FDA - part of a regulatory process that included parallel filings in Europe and Australia - puts us in a select group of biotechnology companies with both an FDA-approved product and an outstanding pipeline of promising vaccine candidates," said Intercell's Chief Executive Officer, Gerd Zettlmeissl. "With this decision, Americans - both civilians and... (PR Newswire)
GUMC researcher creates first Web-interactive CME course for physicians on pharmaceutical marketing Apr 1, 2009
Another compelling example demonstrating the influence of pharmaceutical marketing is a list of diseases and conditions the course says were created by the pharmaceutical industry such as GERD, erectile dysfunction, excessive sleepiness, restless legs syndrome, overactive bladder syndrome, social anxiety disorder and osteopenia. The authors explain, "We associate these conditions with a specific drug because the companies that made each of these drugs invented or renamed the condition. In... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
GERD Symptoms Mar 21, 2009
Most GERD patients misinterpret their symptoms for heartburn ... For most patients, the burning, unbearable heartburn that accompanies GERD disorders happens at night. (Suite101.com)
COLUMN: Dont be so sensitive Mar 20, 2009
Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease or GERD, heartburn, and the eating disorder, bulimia, dowse teeth with acidic stomach contents. The loss of the protective enamel increases the incidence of tooth decay and sensitivity. (Malden Observer, MA)
Respiratory disorder is fast-moving Mar 11, 2009
Researchers speculate that some GERD patients inadvertently breathe in tiny drops of stomach acid on a regular basis. This acid may, over time, damage lung tissue, leading to pulmonary fibrosis. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Wine is seen as guarding against esophageal cancer Mar 6, 2009
the second study, researchers at Queen's University Belfast found that wine drinkers were at lower risk for reflux esophagitis, or GERD, an irritation of the esophagus caused by chronic heartburn. Findings from the two studies are consistent with those from an earlier Australian report published in the same journal in December. (International Herald Tribune)
Wine May Cut Risk of Esophageal Cancer Mar 5, 2009
The study included 320 people who were diagnosed with Barrett's esophagus between 2002 and 2005, 316 people who had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD ) without Barrett's, and 317 people without Barrett's or GERD. ... In a third study, researchers from Belfast, Northern Ireland examined the impact of alcohol consumption on GERD-related esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, and esophageal adenocarcinoma. (CBS News)
Wine may help reduce one form of esophageal cancer Mar 5, 2009
In the second study, researchers at Queen's University Belfast in Ireland found that wine drinkers were at lower risk for reflux esophagitis, or GERD, an irritation of the esophagus caused by chronic heartburn. Findings from the two studies are consistent with those from an earlier Australian report published in the same journal in December. (International Herald Tribune)
Elderly May Feel Brunt of Global Warming Feb 22, 2009
Research is underway to see if treating the GERD will ease the asthma. A theory suggests that early exposure to environmental allergens boosts the immune system and reduces the risk for asthma. (WebMD)
NIH report finds costs of digestive diseases has grown to more than $141 billion a year Feb 11, 2009
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): $12. 6 billion. (EurekAlert!)
School nurses enhance learning Feb 8, 2009
She told me she sees students with Diabetes, seizure disorders, ADHD, food allergies which require Epipens, Ectodermal Dysplasia (an inability to perspire), GERD, heart problems, rickets, sickle cell anemia, IBS, kidney problems, false eyes, 135 cases of asthma that often require treatment with a nebulizer or inhaler, Juvenile Arthritis, cancer and hemophilia. And of course there are your every day head lice, hygiene, broken bones, random vomiting and fevers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Digestive Health Feb 7, 2009
If you have a burning sensation, chest pains or a sour taste in your mouth, you may have GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease. Left untreated, GERD can lead to more dangerous ailments such as ulcers, cancer of the esophagus and scarring of the esophagus, also called "peptic narrowing.". (CNN -- Health)
COPD May Trigger Acid Reflux Problems Feb 7, 2009
One analysis included patients initially free of chronic heartburn or GERD (for gastroesophageal reflux disease); 1628 of them had COPD and 14,243 did not. During follow-up over five years, the incidence of GERD was 46 percent higher among those with COPD than among the patients without COPD. ... On the other hand, COPD did not occur any more frequently among 4391 patients with GERD and 5118 individuals without GERD.. (MEDLINEplus)
Traditional Nonsurgical GERD Treatments Not Impressive Feb 7, 2009
FRIDAY, Jan. 23 (HealthDay News) -- Two traditional nonsurgical methods for correcting the anatomical flaw responsible for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) produce only fair to middling results, a new study shows ... GERD is a condition in which acid from the stomach backs up into the esophagus, because the valve separating the two is faulty ... But surgery has its own problems, so nonsurgical methods of treating GERD have long been used. (MEDLINEplus)
Nonsurgical Acid Reflux Therapies Work Feb 7, 2009
In this chronic condition, also called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, irritating its lining and causing inflammation. Persistent, often-severe heartburn is the most common symptom. (MEDLINEplus)
Researchers Zero in on Gastrointestinal Cancers Feb 7, 2009
A second set of researchers reported that people with specific mutations in the epidermal growth factor (EGF) gene and GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) have an increased risk of cancer of the esophagus. Chronic GERD affects some 20 million Americans and is a known risk factor for esophageal cancer, which is on the rise ... A variant of the EGF gene known as G/G was associated with nearly twice the risk of developing esophageal cancer when compared with the A/A "wild type" -- or normal form... (MEDLINEplus)
