Bob Lamb: Stories behind dogs' names convey the love Aug 28, 2008
I took him to the vet and was informed that Bandit has chronic kidney failure. He is only 5, she wrote. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
More in Locust Grove sickened by likely food-borne illness Aug 27, 2008
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Judge sends fraternity hazing case to grand jury Aug 27, 2008
Whiteside told the judge he was hospitalized on March 8 for kidney failure. Madison District Judge Earl-Ray Neal bound over the case to a grand jury that will meet in October. (FOX19.com, OH)
Jungle Aussie 'chased by horrible lizards' Aug 27, 2008
Ms Sturrock said her son was admitted to hospital in Bangkok in a delirious state with an ulcerated stomach and oesophagus, wounds all over his body, pneumonia, kidney failure, a body temperature of 25 degrees and low blood pressure. Mr Adcock's ordeal began on July 31 as a simple, hour-long hike to a waterfall in the Hinboun district of Laos's Khammouane province. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Early trigger for type-1 diabetes found in mice, Stanford scientists report Aug 27, 2008
Diabetes is a leading cause of heart disease, blindness, limb amputations and kidney failure. The early pathology of type-1 diabetes is hard to study in humans, McDevitt said, because it's almost impossible to predict who will get the disease and when it will develop. (EurekAlert!)
Caesarean babies more likely to develop diabetes Aug 27, 2008
Diabetes is a serious condition that, if not managed, can lead to fatal complications including heart disease, stroke, kidney failure and amputations. There are 2. (EurekAlert!)
The Scent of Skin Cancer Aug 26, 2008
Doctors in Roman times wrote about the musky breath of kidney failure patients. Today, diabetics have a distinct breath when they are experiencing dangerously high blood sugar. (InjuryBoard.com)
US will station inspectors in China to examine exports Aug 26, 2008
The dog and cat foods contained melamine-tainted wheat gluten that can cause kidney failure and death. ChemNutra has denied any deliberate wrongdoing. (Boston Globe)
Retired Muni Driver, 73, Killed In Richmond Aug 26, 2008
Clark was pronounced dead at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Richmond, the same hospital where his wife died Aug. 1 of kidney failure and heart problems. Clark's passenger was not hurt. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Understanding the Risk of Diabetes Aug 26, 2008
Once a person develops the features of diabetes, he or she becomes vulnerable to damage of the blood vessels which in due course will result in heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure and blindness ... 21st century healthcare consists of three components management of incurable diseases (like heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes and old age), treatment of acute curable conditions (like injuries and infections) and prevention of whichever human diseases are preventable. (Suite101.com)
One Dead, Dozens Sick In Possible E. Coli Outbreak In Oklahoma Aug 26, 2008
The infection can trigger stomach cramps, diarrhea, dehydration and, in severe cases, kidney failure. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, E. coli infects an estimated 73,000 people and kills 61 a year in the U.S. The most vulnerable groups include children, seniors and persons whose immune systems are weakened. (AHN)
Pet-food recall leads to 6,000 claims and counting Aug 26, 2008
The vast majority of the fund will go to pet owners whose pets were injured or died as a result of kidney failure, which was linked to the contaminant. The FDA determined that the pet-food ingredients, sold to pet-food makers as wheat gluten and rice protein concentrate, were adulterated in China with the industrial chemical melamine to make them appear richer in protein than they actually were. (USA Today -- Money)
Cancer Vaccine Linked to Pancreatitis Aug 26, 2008
Complications can include heart, respiratory or kidney failure, all of which can be fatal. Dr. Amitabha Das, writing in the Medical Journal of Australia, said, We suggest that pancreatitis be considered in cases of abdominal pain following HPV vaccination. (Newsmax)
Irradiation step doesn't quiet debate on FDA moves Aug 25, 2008
In humans, certain strains of E. coli can lead to kidney failure and death and are especially hazardous to children and the elderly. Freese of the Center for Food Safety argues that the FDA's latest move is an attempt by the Bush administration to loosen as many food regulations as possible before leaving office. (Chicago Tribune)
Infotainment Aug 25, 2008
A Malaysian infant dead 50 years and a teenager who died of kidney failure three decades ago were married at the weekend by a temple medium in a ceremony on the resort island of Penang. The ghost nuptials come during the month long Chinese Hungry Ghost festival, where local Chinese believe. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
* World News Quick Take Aug 25, 2008
An infant dead for 50 years and a teenager who died of kidney failure three decades ago were married over the weekend by a temple medium in a ceremony on the resort island of Penang. The ghost nuptial came during Ghost Month, during which spirits of the deceased are believed to roam the earth and relatives offer them food and take care of their needs to appease them. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Dead Malaysian infant and teen 'married' Aug 24, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: A Malaysian infant dead 50 years and a teenager who died of kidney failure three decades ago were "married" at the weekend by a temple medium in a ceremony on the resort island of Penang. The ghost nuptials come during the month long Chinese Hungry Ghost festival, where local Chinese believe spirits of the deceased are released from Hell to roam the earth and when relatives offer them food and take care of their needs to appease the spirits. (India Times, India)
V. Orville Wright; MCI Chief Instrumental in Breakup of AT& T Aug 24, 2008
Mr. Wright, who died of kidney failure Aug. 21 at his home in Chevy Chase, was a pivotal backstage figure in disrupting AT&T's virtual monopoly on long-distance phone service and communications technology. A former Navy commander and marketing and technology executive, Mr. Wright joined the fledgling MCI in 1975 as president and chief operating officer. (Washington Post -- Technology)
Romance in the afterworld Aug 23, 2008
Cheah succumbed to kidney failure 31 years ago. Happily ever after: Family members of the bride and groom praying during their wedding ceremony. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jungle survivor: 'I was attacked by giant lizards' Aug 23, 2008
"He's still in a critical condition, he had collapsed lungs and kidney failure, probably pneumonia, and he was badly affected by bites from mosquitoes and flies," his father said. He said he was slowly learning more about his son's horrific tale. (Courier Mail)
Consistent exercise prevents rare skeletal muscle condition Aug 22, 2008
However, exercise that results in single or repeated extreme exertion may result in damage to muscle and lead to kidney failure. Physical therapists Lt. Col. Richard Baxter and Col. Josef Moore point out in a case study the importance of progressive conditioning to increase strength and endurance. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Safety cleared to play for IU after transfer Aug 22, 2008
The foundation is a benefit for Fort Wayne Miami Middle School s Jorge Gonzalez, who has kidney failure and is in need of a transplant. For more information, call 609-0502 (English) or 704-1096 and 704-3605 (Spanish) after 4 p.m.. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Photo Gallery Aug 22, 2008
This is the third in a four-part series following Adel resident Jim Steinberg, a recent athlete in the 2008 Transplant Games in Pittsburgh, and his story of kidney failure, the wait for an organ donor, and his goal of regaining the health that he once had to compete at a national level with others who had traveled a similar road. The Transplant Games are held every two years in cities around the United States to celebrate life, the athletes' return to full health, courage, caring for others, and... (Dallas County News, IA)
Cholera-Hit Bissau Urges End To Ritual Sacrifices Aug 22, 2008
It begins with acute watery diarrhoea and can kill by dehydration and kidney failure within hours. Staff at the Simao Mendes hospital in the capital of Bissau were overwhelmed on Thursday, treating patients lying on the floor in corridors as they had run out of beds. (Planet Ark, United States)
US FDA To Allow Radiation Of Spinach, Lettuce Aug 22, 2008
In severe cases, patients developed kidney failure. Since then, other outbreaks have affected a variety of products, most recently Salmonella contamination in hot peppers from Mexico that surfaced earlier this summer. (Planet Ark, United States)
Ailment raises risk of kidney failure Aug 21, 2008
Preeclampsia, which produces high blood pressure and other problems in 5 percent of pregnancies, can significantly increase the risk of kidney failure decades later, Norwegian researchers reported yesterday ... The newest results found that among all women who had given birth at least once, the annual risk of developing kidney failure was only 1 in 27,000, with the problem, also known as end-stage renal disease or ESRD, surfacing after an average of 18 years ... In addition, having a smaller or... (Boston Globe)
Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse Aug 21, 2008
Based in Brentwood, Tennessee, Renal Advantage Inc. provides dialysis services to patients with chronic kidney failure, also known as end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Renal Advantage provides dialysis and lab services to approximately 7,400 patients in 80 dialysis facilities in 11 states. (Florida Today)
Bias back in MMA action Aug 21, 2008
Bias was restrained and taken to the Oroville Hospital where he was treated for a heart attack and went into kidney failure. He has since made a full recovery and is ready to make his return to the PFC ring. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Russians draw the line Aug 20, 2008
The property owner, Frank (Lucky) Gardner, became ill with cancer and kidney failure last year. His health insurance does not cover all of his mounting medical bills, and because of this he decided to rent space on his property for additional income. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Transplant woman's golden games Aug 20, 2008
"Zoe was 23 when diagnosed with kidney failure. She began dialysis and was put on the waiting list for a transplant.After seven and a half years, in May 1999, Zoe received a life-changing transplant.While on dialysis she heard about the Transplant Games and promised herself that if she was lucky enough to get a transplant she would compete to raise awareness of organ donation.She wasn't well enough to compete in the 2001 World Transplant Games, but took part in the British Games that year and... (Lancashire Evening Post)
The X Factor; The Perfect Vagina Aug 19, 2008
In the holding area a team of researchers was amassing the worst hard-luck stories: You lost your family in a plane crash, then your dog died of kidney failure. That's so last season. (Times Online)
Vitamin Causes 200 to Lose Hair, Fingernails Aug 19, 2008
Chromium, also a trace mineral, can cause anemia, kidney failure, and liver damage if too much is ingested. The company now faces lawsuits from former customers who allege they were poisoned by the product and face long-term side effects. (Fox News)
Worlds Tallest Woman Laid To Rest Aug 19, 2008
She suffered from a recurring blood infection, along with diabetes, breathing troubles and kidney failure. She appeared on television shows and she spoke to church and school groups over the years, using her height to inspire schoolchildren to accept those who are different. (KWTX.com, TX)
Critics want sharper teeth in rules on supplements Aug 18, 2008
Among the substances are aristolochia, a herb linked to kidney failure and cancer; yohimbe, a sexual stimulant linked to heart problems; and the herbal stimulant Citrus aurantium, or bitter orange. Bitter orange is now used in a new generation of herbal diet pills that are being marketed as safe alternatives to the banned ephedra. (Yahoo News -- Ephedra)
Toxic Foods for Dogs Aug 18, 2008
Salt, when ingested in large amounts or on a regular basis, can cause kidney failure and imbalances in a dog s electrolyte levels. Notably, small amounts of salt can be safely utilized to induce vomiting in the event that other items used to induce vomiting like hydrogen peroxide are not available. (Suite101.com)
Did vitamins sicken people? Aug 17, 2008
Kidney failure can be caused by excessive consumption of chromium. Gurley said he s lost the ability to drive and suffers from continued gastrointestinal problems that make it impossible to sleep or go to the American Legion hall to play cards with his buddies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
AngloGold Ashanti encourages staff to live healthier lifestyles Aug 17, 2008
He told the employees to take part in the exercise to remain healthy so as to avoid repercussion such as stroke, heart attack, kidney failure, arthritis and sudden death, "because a healthier lifestyle will impact positively on production". Mr Renner said the company had been promoting HIV/AIDS education among its employees and host communities, but management has now turned its attention to the 'metabolic syndromes' like hypertension, diabetes, high blood cholesterol levels and obesity, which... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Wilson B. Bishai Aug 16, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Sandy Allen, 53, world's tallest woman Aug 16, 2008
Allen had been hospitalized in recent months as she suffered from a recurring blood infection, along with diabetes, breathing troubles and kidney failure, Rose said. In London, Guinness World Records spokesman Damian Field confirmed Wednesday that Allen was still listed as the tallest woman. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Health Risks of Obesity in Dogs Aug 16, 2008
Diabetes can be the result of elevated blood glucose levels due to obesity, and can lead to kidney failure and blindness. Liver disease occurs when fat cells clog the liver so that it can not efficiently remove toxins from the blood. (Suite101.com)
Managing diabetes at school Aug 15, 2008
"The impact of teachers on young people with diabetes cannot be overestimated, given that poorer self-care increases the risk of complications including unconsciousness, seizures and coma, as well as serious long term problems such as blindness and kidney failure. "Diabetes is a legally recognised disability. All young people with the condition have the right to appropriate school care to help them fully take part in school life. (News-Medical.net)
World's tallest woman, Sandy Allen, dead at age 53 Aug 15, 2008
She also suffered from diabetes, kidney failure and breathing troubles said family friend Rita Rose. Allen, who used her height to inspire schoolchildren to accept those who are different, died at a nursing home in her hometown of Shelbyville, Indiana. (Xinhuanet, China)
Benin: Recurrent Cholera Still Not a Priority Aug 14, 2008
If not treated, the first symptom of diarrhoea can lead to kidney failure, dehydration and death. Last year, toward the end of Africa's rainy season, ministers of health from across the continent signed an agreement to develop comprehensive action plans to fight cholera. (allAfrica.com)
What causes gigantism? Aug 14, 2008
Although the cause of Allen's death is unknown, she suffered from diabetes, frequent infections, breathing difficulties and kidney failure. She spent much of her later years confined to a wheelchair. (Scientific American)
William Barron Aug 14, 2008
LASALLE William J. Barron, 78, of 1560 St. Vincent Ave., LaSalle, died at 1:20 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008, at his home of kidney failure. Born Sept. 22, 1929, in Duluth, Minn. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
7 Foot, 7 Inch Tall Woman Dies Aug 14, 2008
A family friend said Allen had been hospitalized recently and had a recurring blood infection, along with diabetes, breathing troubles and kidney failure. The exact cause of death was not yet known. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Cte d'Ivoire: Yellow Fever Epidemic Feared as Vaccinations Start Aug 13, 2008
Resulting kidney failure can lead to death. Yellow fever is on the rise again in Africa, although an effective vaccine has been available for 60 years. (allAfrica.com)
Court computer upgrade bungles DUI conviction Aug 13, 2008
Worley suffered multiple injuries in the wreck, including a crushed left side, head injuries, kidney failure and a torn aorta in his heart. Another unidentified teen, who was in the bed of Hoffman's pickup at the time, was also injured, according to court records. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Short-term dieting linked to long-term control of diabetes Aug 13, 2008
Previous research makes clear that losing weight at any stage, except advanced kidney failure, can reduce the risks of heart disease, blindness, nerve and kidney damage, amputations, and death in type 2 diabetes patients. -- Joe Rojas-Burke. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Fresno market recalls beef after E. coli scare Aug 13, 2008
The bacteria can cause bloody diarrhea and dehydration that in the most severe cases can result in kidney failure. The very young, seniors and people with weak immune systems are most at risk from food-borne illness. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Atlanta mayor's race wide open Aug 12, 2008
Her father, William Holmes Borders Jr., is a diabetic with full kidney failure. She declined to discuss the health of her mother, Gloria. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Caray honored at funeral Aug 12, 2008
Wickliffe was also frank, describing how Caray's health deteriorated over the last 15 years, starting with diabetes and an irregular heartbeat to liver and kidney failure. "What happened is that Skip's great, generous and wonderful heart just gave out," he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
U.S. Warns of Muscle Harm When Heart Drugs Combined Aug 12, 2008
The Food and Drug Administration said it continued to receive reports of rhabdomyolysis, a type of muscle injury that can lead to kidney failure or death, despite a 2002 warning about combining the drugs. Simvastatin is an ingredient in Merck Zocor and Abbott Laboratories Inc's Simcor, and is sold generically. (MEDLINEplus)
FDA: Some Cholesterol and Heart Drugs Don't Mix Aug 12, 2008
Although the risk of such injuries is low overall, they can be serious because they can lead to kidney failure and even death. The FDA urged doctors to consider switching patients who are taking the heart rhythm drug to other statins for controlling cholesterol. (Newsmax)
Diabetes link to one in 10 deaths Aug 11, 2008
It causes strokes, heart attack and kidney failure, and often goes unreported on death certificates, causing people to underestimate the disease. The charity Diabetes UK has compiled new figures, which indicate that the disease is responsible for 11. (guardian.co.uk)
Simvastatin, amiodarone bad combination Aug 11, 2008
According to FDA's recent report, taking higher-than-20-milligram doses of simvastatin (Zocor or Vytorin) while taking amiodarone can trigger rhabdomyolysis, the rapid breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure and even death. The risk of muscle injury associated with simvastatin, a medication used to lower blood cholesterol levels, has been on the drug's label since 2002. (PRESS TV)
Meet five people who are alive today thanks to one organ donor Aug 10, 2008
Caitlin McKay and Matthew Young were on dialysis for kidney failure when they were lucky to each receive a kidney from the donor, a middle-aged woman who died in an accident. The same donor's liver was split, with Judah Flanagan receiving the smaller, left lobe and Joanna Wang given the larger section. (Sydney Morning Herald)
People With Heart Disease Still Have Trouble Controlling Blood Lipid Levels Aug 10, 2008
(June 27, 2002) A small molecule in the liver plays a major role in starting the cellular processes that lead to the hardening of the arteries and heart disease that's common in kidney failure, a UC Irvine study. . (Science Daily)
FDA Issues Warning On Cholesterol Heart Drug Interaction Aug 10, 2008
The Food and Drug Administration said in a Friday warning addressed to health care experts that patients taking amiodarone, a heart rhythm drug, and more than 20 milligrams a day of simvastatin, a drug used to control elevated cholesterol levels, are more likely to suffer from serious muscle damage that can cause kidney failure and even death. The U.S. agency first urged people in 2002 about an interaction between both drugs, but the warning hasn't resulted in putting an end to the problem. (eFluxMedia)
Employee health the latest business investment strategy Aug 9, 2008
If an overweight worker develops type 2 diabetes mellitis, losing weight will improve insulin sensitivity and help stabilise blood sugar levels to abate fatigue and poor concentration as well as longer term health complications such as blindness, amputation and kidney failure, she says. Organisations need to put the health back into occupational health and safety (OHS). (Inside Retailing)
Whole Foods recalls ground beef Aug 9, 2008
All nine, including two victims in Pennsylvania, ate meat apparently tainted with the E. coli bacteria, which can cause bloody diarrhea, dehydration, and in severe cases, kidney failure. This is the third time this summer that consumers have had to worry about what's in their refrigerators. (Boston Globe)
FDA Issues Alert On Drugs' Link Aug 9, 2008
Patients taking amiodarone and doses of simvastatin higher than 20 milligrams a day are at particular risk for suffering from a rare muscle injury that can lead to kidney failure or. MORE FROM TODAY'S JOURNAL $ Subscription may be required. (Wall Street Journal)
Hormone Level May Reflect Mortality Risk Among Dialysis Patients Aug 9, 2008
8, 2008) A new study suggests that monitoring levels of a hormone called fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF-23) may provide information crucial to the treatment of patients with kidney failure ... "FGF-23 helps regulate serum phosphate levels; and we know that, among patients with kidney failure, elevated phosphate is associated with more rapid progression to renal failure and earlier death," says Myles Wolf, MD, MMSc, who led the study when he was with the MGH Renal Unit ... Although it has been... (Science Daily)
Azusa food company recalls frozen beef after E. coli outbreak Aug 8, 2008
The E. coli O157:H7 strain can cause bloody diarrhea, dehydration and kidney failure and can lead to serious illness or death. Children, the elderly and people with weak immune systems are most susceptible to food-borne illnesses, according to the USDA.. (Los Angeles Times)
TRANSPLANT SERIES 1 of 4: Life Change Aug 8, 2008
Steinberg was diagnosed in December of 2002 with end-stage renal disease, or kidney failure, and required a kidney transplant ... "Just not knowing when there's going to be any insight at all." End-stage renal disease, otherwise known as kidney failure, signifies that a person's kidneys function so poorly that they can no longer keep you alive ... Approximately 67,000 people die of kidney failure each year. (Dallas County News, IA)
