Health Tip: Prevent Cavities Sep 24, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine suggests how to help prevent cavities. Practice good oral hygiene, which means flossing each day, brushing at least twice daily and getting a professional teeth cleaning twice a year. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Dehydration Sep 19, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these warning signs of dehydration. Dryness or a sticky feeling in the mouth. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: What Can Cause Dehydration? Sep 18, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this list. Having diarrhea or vomiting. (MEDLINEplus)
New Web site promotes interoperable newborn screening data Sep 16, 2009
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) today launched the Newborn Screening Coding and Terminology Guide (), an important step toward efficient electronic exchange of standard newborn screening data ... The National Library of Medicine is the world's largest library of the health sciences. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Health Tip: Recognizing Gallstones Sep 15, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this list of gallstone warning signs. Pain that occurs in the upper-right or upper-middle abdominal area. (MEDLINEplus)
Protect Your Eyes From UV Radiation Sep 14, 2009
How to Prevent Common Eye Maladies Caused by Ultra Violet Rays. Eye ailments from snow blindness to cataracts can result from too much UV radiation in the eyes. (Suite101.com)
Health Tip: Common Immune System Problems As You Age Sep 11, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this list of immune system problems that tend to occur more often as people age. Greater risk of developing infections. (MEDLINEplus)
New recommendations can help health providers prepare for electronic record push Sep 9, 2009
" The authors received support from the National Library of Medicine, the VA National Center of Patient Safety, the Houston VA Health Services Research and Development Center of Excellence and the Agency for Health Care Research and Quality.. (EurekAlert!)
Safety Should Be the Goal for Football Players Sep 4, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine has more on. Copyright. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Advance Health Care Directives and Living Wills: A step-by-step guide Sep 4, 2009
org End of Life Issues Medline Plus National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health www ... org Advance Directives Medline Plus National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health www. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Health Tip: Getting Full Too Quickly Sep 2, 2009
(HealthDay News) -- If you find yourself only able to eat a few bites of food before you feel "full," don't brush it off as a new weight-loss strategy, the U.S. National Library of Medicine advises. The NLM lists these common causes of "early satiety," which is feeling full too quickly. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Preventing a Peptic Ulcer Sep 1, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these preventive steps that may ward off a peptic ulcer. Limit alcohol to no more than two drinks daily. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Why You Should Drink Water Aug 27, 2009
More than two-thirds of your body weight is water, says the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). Water lubricates the body, helps create saliva and joint fluid, helps keep your body at a healthy temperature, and helps prevent constipation. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: What's Behind My Low Blood Pressure? Aug 22, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these common causes of low blood pressure (medically called hypotension). A side effect of medications, such as certain antidepressants, diuretics, painkillers or heart medicines. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Managing Menstrual Cramps Aug 21, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these suggestions to help relieve the pain and discomfort of monthly menstrual cramps. Use an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as naproxen sodium or ibuprofen. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Getting Swimmer's Ear Aug 12, 2009
Common causes include swimming in water that's polluted, scratching the ear or an object that becomes lodged in the ear, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Symptoms of swimmer's ear include pain, itch and drainage that may seep from the ear. (MEDLINEplus)
Fumbled handoffs can lead to medical errors Aug 8, 2009
This study was supported by grants from the National Library of Medicine and the National Center for Research Resources. . (EurekAlert!)
Health Tip: Treating a Superficial Cut Aug 7, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine suggests how to care for a superficial wound that's bleeding. Wash your hands, to prevent the possibility of spreading infectious germs. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Babies Can Have Reflux, Too Aug 7, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine discusses the warning signs of a baby struggling with reflux. Frequent, persistent coughing. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Nightmares Keeping You Up? Jul 31, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this list of possible causes. Being stressed or anxious, often resulting from a significant life event. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Why do my muscles twitch? Jul 28, 2009
Rarely, they can be a sign of a nervous system disorder, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. Signals of a serious muscle problem include a change in muscle sensation, size, and a feeling of muscle weakness. (KLAS-TV)
Health Tip: Dealing with Dry Hair? Jul 22, 2009
Here are potential causes of dry hair, courtesy of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Having anorexia nervosa. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Symptoms of ADHD? Jul 18, 2009
The disorder is characterized by primary traits including inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity, or a combination, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. The agency offers this list of classic symptoms of ADHD. (MEDLINEplus)
on copyright and Ave Maria Jul 15, 2009
FEATURED NLM ARTICLES ... The following list is not intended to be comprehensive, but represents a selection of books that the NLM considers particularly significant ... For more NLM articles, please search or visit the NLM archives. (Harper's Magazine)
A Tribute to the Late Reginald Reynolds Amponsah Esq. Jul 12, 2009
I had the opportunity to meet with him and to have a discussion about the National Liberation Movement (NLM) ... In the latter part of 1954, RR joined the NLM (National Liberation Movement) of which he subsequently became the General Secretary. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Health Tip: The Lactose-Intolerant Diet Jul 11, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these milk products that may be easier to digest among people with lactose intolerance. Soy milk (soy formulas for young babies), assuming there are no allergies to soy. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Diagnosing Joint Pain Jul 9, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this checklist. Which joint hurts, and which parts of the body are affected. (MEDLINEplus)
A gentler choicefor a hysterectomy Jul 8, 2009
According to , an online encyclopedia run by the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, recovery from the big-incision surgery averages four to six weeks after leaving the hospital. Dr. Garver said some of his patients who have had da Vinci-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomies feel well enough after two weeks' rest to return to desk jobs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Intranet Journal Jul 5, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine implemented the Velocity Search Platform when it needed a new search function for its popular web site. more. (IntranetJournal)
Health Tip: What's Causing My Neck Pain? Jul 3, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these common triggers. Straining your neck muscles. (MEDLINEplus)
Are American Hospitals Behind the Disaster Curve? Jul 3, 2009
The Partnership, today, consists of Suburban Hospital, NNMC, the National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (NIH CC), and the National Library of Medicine (NLM). The first three are true hospitals; NLM inclusion affords immediate research and dissemination of medical information for health responders, worldwide ... NLM is internationally renowned and unequaled in medical reference material. (Human Events Online)
Health Tip: Why Is the Room Spinning? Jun 24, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these common reasons for dizziness. Standing up too quickly. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Preparing Your Child for a Medical Test Jun 24, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these suggestions. Give your child a detailed, simple and clear explanation of what is going to happen. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Always Hungry? Jun 16, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these possible reasons for excessive hunger, medically called "hyperphagia" or "polyphagia". Anxiety. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Making Better Choices for Fast Food Jun 16, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these suggestions for choosing healthier options at fast food restaurants. Choose smaller portions, or only eat half of your meal. (MEDLINEplus)
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa: Isn't It Time To Say Farewell to Arms? Jun 5, 2009
If the Honourable Deputy Minister of Information and others like him dont know, it was one Twumasi Ankrah, Ashanti Regional Propaganda Secretary of the CPP who stabbed E.Y.Baffoe, a U.P member to death that started the trouble between the NLM and the CPP. It must also be stressed that there were counter movements among the Ga-Adangbe to checkmate each other. The Ga Adanbge Shi Fimo Kpee was sympathetic to the cause of the NLM, whilst the Ga Ekomefeemo Kpee was sympathetic to the CPP. So,... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Health Tip: Get Enough Dietary Protein Jun 4, 2009
Women who are pregnant, children and teens should be especially careful to get enough protein, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Meat is a good source of protein, but because it's often high in cholesterol it shouldn't be relied on as the only protein source, the agency states. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Eat Enough Fiber Jun 3, 2009
Lots of fiber is needed each day to help reduce the risk of heart disease, improve digestion, prevent constipation and maintain a healthy body weight, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. Fiber can be found in fruits, whole grains and vegetables. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Taking Care of Baby's Dandruff May 23, 2009
Here are suggestions from the U.S. National Library of Medicine on how to help clear up cradle cap. Use a brush with very soft bristles or your fingers to gently rub your baby's scalp each day. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Drugs That May Lead to Diarrhea May 22, 2009
(HealthDay News) -- Certain medications are more likely than others to aggravate the digestive tract and result in loose stools, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. The agency says they include. (MEDLINEplus)
American Journal of Men's Health accepted to MEDLINE May 14, 2009
Los Angeles, London, New Delhi, Singapore and Washington DC (May 12, 2009) The American Journal of Men's Health (AJMH), published by SAGE, has been accepted for inclusion in MEDLINE, the premier bibliographic database of the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), containing more than 16 million journal article citations. "The AJMH is privileged to be amongst the stellar journals accepted into Medline," Demetrius Porche, DNS, APRN, Editor-in-Chief of AJMH, said. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Health Tip: When Children Stutter May 9, 2009
While speech therapy can help, a proper response from parents, friends and teachers also is very important, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. The agency offers these suggestions. (MEDLINEplus)
Health Tip: Common Food Allergies in Children May 7, 2009
The U.S. National Library of Medicine says these foods are frequently responsible for allergies in children. Shellfish, including clams, shrimp, lobster, snails and crab. (MEDLINEplus)
Rotator cuff tears: Are they all in the family? May 1, 2009
Disclosure: In support of their research for or preparation of this work, one or more of the authors received, in any one year, outside funding or grants in excess of $10,000 from the National Institutes of Health-National Library of Medicine (NLM R01 LM009331). Partial support less than $10,000 for all datasets within the Utah Population Database was provided by the University of Utah Huntsman Cancer Institute. (EurekAlert!)
Doctors Urge Precaution to Shield Against Swine Flu Apr 29, 2009
One such compound, a fermented mushroom extract known as Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC), is standardized, has been extensively studied in animals and humans, and is the subject of dozens of articles in peer-reviewed medical journals available via the National Library of Medicine website. Clinical trials have shown that AHCC reliably helps to support NK cell activity in people with low NK cell function, improving the coordination of many aspects of immune response, including the... (PR Newswire)
Tech Chronicles A daily dose of postings from The Chronicle's technology... Apr 29, 2009
Meanwhile, the hospital is working with the National Library of Medicine to use a more clinically accurate coding system for those text descriptions. The four met again this week at a health conference in Boston called Health 2. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Medical research on Hadassah agenda Apr 19, 2009
Alligood has worked at the National Library of Medicine, National Cancer Institute, Johns Hopkins, and Harvard Medical School Library. Her research on complementary and alternative medicine resulted in a presentation at the 2005 Rome Health Technology Assessment Conference. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Birth Control Pills Linked to Lupus Risk Apr 11, 2009
The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues, potentially damaging joints, skin, blood vessels and organs, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. For the new study, a team led by Dr. Samy Suissa of the Centre for Clinical Epidemiology at Jewish General Hospital of McGill University in Montreal collected data on more than 1. (MEDLINEplus)
Uganda: When Eating Mangoes Becomes the Cause of Malaria Apr 8, 2009
The students, who presented their preliminary findings in a video conference with the U.S National Library of Medicine (NLM) and Fogarty International Centre, are currently studying the impact of their efforts. Meeting villagers in their homes and in public settings, the students learned that villagers' ideas about malaria are neither correct nor incorrect. (allAfrica.com)
Journal of Correctional Health Care accepted in Medline Apr 3, 2009
Los Angeles, London, New Delhi, Singapore and Washington DC (Aprial 1, 2009) SAGE and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) are pleased to announce that the Journal of Correctional Health Care (JCHC), the official publication of NCCHC, has been accepted for inclusion in MEDLINE. MEDLINE is the premier bibliographic database of the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), containing more than 16 million journal article citations. "This is a wonderful accomplishment that... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
"Superfruit" A Day Keep The Doctor Away? Apr 1, 2009
"Superfruit" A Day Keep The Doctor Away. "Superfruit" A Day Keep The Doctor Away. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Disease Models & Mechanisms -- selected for indexing in Medline Apr 1, 2009
gov) is the premier bibliographic database of the US National Library of Medicine (NLM). Part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), MEDLINE contains over 16 million journal article citations, with a focus on biomedicine. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Doctors say kidney stones in kids are on the rise Mar 27, 2009
Matty Billemeyer, left, his brother Sean, second face on left, mother Deanne, and his brother Andrew, right, gather around the dinner table at home in Doylestown Pa. on Tuesday March 18, 2009. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Using MedlinePlus for Health Scienc... Mar 24, 2009
is a free online health information dictionary and encyclopedia maintained and disseminated by the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health ... MedlinePlus, however, is a source available from the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health that provides researchers with freely available and authoritative health information. (Suite101.com)
Shining light on diabetes-related blindness Mar 12, 2009
Huang's research takes advantage of ISP, an initiative undertaken by OSA in partnership with the National Library of Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, and with the support of the United States Air Force Office of Scientific Research. This initiative allows scientists to expand upon traditional research results by providing software for interactively viewing underlying source data and to objectively compare the performance of different technologies. (EurekAlert!)
Anatomy Lessons through the Ages Mar 10, 2009
Medical books from centuries past give a glimpse into the science of yore, thanks to the National Library of Medicine ... Anatomia del corpo humano National Library of Medicine. (Scientific American)
South Africa: Hundreds of Thousands Die Due to Delay in ARV Rollout - Studies Mar 10, 2009
com: South Africa: Hundreds of Thousands Die Due to Delay in ARV Rollout - Studies (Page 1 of 1). South Africa: Hundreds of Thousands Die Due to Delay in ARV Rollout - Studies. (allAfrica.com)
Skin Patches Can Cause Burns During MRIs Mar 7, 2009
MRI scanners are machines that use a large magnet and radio waves to look at organs and structures inside the body, to diagnose a variety of conditions, from torn ligaments to tumors, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
Science, Meet Art Mar 5, 2009
The work for the project was overseen by the National Library of Medicine and conducted at the Center for Human Stimulation at Anschutz. Perry's inspiration for the project, though, was a work of art, which was in turn inspired by the project. (UCD Advocate, CO)
Ready to fight for life Mar 4, 2009
According to the National Library of Medicine, "the disease is estimated to occur in about 1 out of 200,000 to 250,000 children. The peak time of occurrence is at 3 years old...". Derek's experience started his family on a journey of taking part in Relay for Life and fighting against cancer. (Niles Star, MI)
Music therapy hit by budget cuts Feb 26, 2009
Patients with memory-destructive diseases such as Alzheimer's show improvements in memory, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Barbara Crowe, director of Arizona State University's music-therapy program, said music has such a powerful effect on development and memory because its impact on the brain is widespread. (AZCentral -- News)
Help for smokers Feb 17, 2009
ACS :: Guide to Quitting Smoking. The right mix of support, advice, and possibly medicine can help you quit for good, even if you've tried and failed in the past. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Tips on using supplements Feb 8, 2009
A good resource is , an online service from the National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health that contains summaries from published research. -- Tell your doctor or other health care provider any time you plan to use an alternative treatment. (North County Times)
Vivisimo Cures Biomedical Library's Search Woes Feb 8, 2009
Using the Vivisimo Velocity Search Platform, the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM) supports tens of thousands of users searching the site for the precise medical information they require ... Giving people access to medical literature has been the mission of the U.S. National Library of Medicine for more than 150 years. (IntranetJournal)
