Anderson Animal Shelter will hold its second annual St. Patrick’s Day 5K on Sunday, March 12, in SEBA Park in South Elgin. LoMar Events will once again be hosting a 5K run/walk to benefit Anderson Animal Shelter in South Elgin.
Day: March 2, 2017
C-Reactive Protein and Risk of ESRD: Results From the Trial to Reduce …
American journal of kidney diseases : the official journal of the National Kidney Foundation , Vol. 68, No.
Hepatitis C virus infection and chronic kidney disease: Time for reappraisal.
Hepatitis C virus infection is associated with tremendous morbidity and mortality due to liver complications. HCV infection is also associated with many extrahepatic manifestations including cardiovascular diseases, glucose metabolism impairment, cryoglobulinemia vasculitis, B cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chronic kidney disease .
Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.
To insert individual citation into a bibliography in a word-processor, select your preferred citation style below and drag-and-drop it into the document. Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis is a leading cause of kidney disease worldwide.
DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Diet and Risk of Subsequent Kidney Disease.
American journal of kidney diseases : the official journal of the National Kidney Foundation , Vol. 68, No.
Consensus Statement by the American Association of Clinical…
… LDL-C = low-density lipoprotein cholesterol LDL-P = low-density lipoprotein particle Look AHEAD = Look Action for Health in Diabetes NPH = neutral protamine Hagedorn OSA = obstructive sleep apnea SFU = sulfonylurea SGLT-2 = sodium glucose …
Hugh Jackman gets sent cupcakes from Ryan Reynolds
‘With sprinkles and little love hearts’: Hugh Jackman says Ryan Reynolds sent him ‘Wolverine and Deadpool cupcakes’ to try and convince him to star in a crossover film Now, Hugh Jackman, 48, has revealed that might not be the only thing that’s been filling up his stomach. In an interview with Channel 10’s The Project on Thursday, the Australian actor said that Ryan Reynolds had been sending him cupcakes to try and convince him to star as Wolverine in a Deadpool film.
Researchers discover groundbreaking process to rewarm large-scale preserved tissues
A research team, led by the University of Minnesota, has discovered a groundbreaking process to successfully rewarm large-scale animal heart valves and blood vessels preserved at very low temperatures. The discovery is a major step forward in saving millions of human lives by increasing the availability of organs and tissues for transplantation through the establishment of tissue and organ banks.
Study explores women’s experiences, perceptions of shared…
… Leeds Beckett University and Chartered Psychologist, and has been published in the latest edition of the Journal of Health Psychology. It was completed in collaboration with Dr Sally Sargeant, Associate Dean in Higher Degree Research at Bond …
MSU researcher to study effect of hormones on ovulation and reproduction in cows
… who have more eggs stored, a phenomenon women often experience too.” With funding from the National Institutes of Health and United States Department of Agriculture, Ireland will lead the five-year study with Keith Latham, co-director of the …
Medicaid expansion improves health, financial benefits for many low-income Ohioans
Ohio’s 2014 Medicaid expansion improved health and financial benefits for hundreds of thousands of low-income Ohioans, according to an assessment supported by RTI International. The Ohio Medicaid Assessment found that the Medicaid expansion lowered the amount of uninsured individuals among low-income working adults to 14 percent, the lowest percentage ever reported.
James Naughton Headlines Playhouse Pancreatic Cancer Research Benefit
… from “A Tribute to Pamela” support a landmark, three-year pancreatic cancer research study at Western Connecticut Health Network being led by Richard C. Frank, a hematologist/oncologist and the director of clinical cancer research at Norwalk …
22 cases of mumps confirmed in Toronto, including 5 new cases this week
Prior to the announcements this week, the 17 previously-confirmed cases were linked to west-end Toronto bars, prior to this week’s announcements. As Toronto continues to deal with an outbreak of mumps, Manitoba has confirmed at least 176 cases over a six-month period.
A Simi Valley hospital just got bigger a ” thanks to $41 million
A dedication ceremony was held Thursday, March 2, 2017 for the new Thakkar Family Emergency Pavilion at Simi Valley Hospital. The hospital invested $41 million dollars into the expansion, which has been designed to give the community access to more care and services.
Trump talks big, but making it happen is another thing
Like most presidential presentations, Donald Trump’s initial venture into the soaring chamber of the House of Representatives looked and sounded good, producing some positive reactions that could expand the embattled president’s short-term support. Trump’s hour-long address made solving massive national problems sound possible, from creating a more vibrant economy to revamping and expanding health care, if only both parties follow his lead.
Bon Secours expands gynecologist office
… with unlimited digital access at Richmond.com. $19 per month after six-month introductory offer. Bon Secours Richmond Health System’s new Richmond OB-GYN office will be located in the system’s Heart and Vascular Institute building. Bon Secours …
County DD boards notes uptick in youth served –
The Gallia County Board of Developmental Disabilities has noted an uptrend in youth from the ages of infancy to three years needing help because of the impact with Gallia’s drug epidemic. Gallia County Commissioners signed a proclamation Wednesday recognizing the effort to make the public aware of individuals with developmental disabilities and the issues surrounding them.
High intensity exercise ‘best’ for health
… says Norweigan exercise researcher Dr Trine Moholdt. Dr Moholdt is the head of the Exercise, Cardiometabolic Health and Reproduction (EXCAR) group at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Dr Moholdt says numerous studies have shown …
Overnight Healthcare: Rand Paul creates storm over access to ObamaCare draft bill
… a 13-12 vote Thursday. If confirmed as the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) administrator within the Health and Human Services Department, Verma will play a large role in reforming the programs, as well as GOP efforts on repealing and …
Mets legend Ed Kranepool needs kidney transplant donor
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Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (SNDX) Now Covered by Analysts at Nomura
A number of other research firms have also issued reports on SNDX. Zacks Investment Research lowered Syndax Pharmaceuticals from a hold rating to a sell rating in a research note on Friday, November 11th.
Lorraine Downes pens emotional tribute to mark anniversary of Martin Crowe’s death
Martin Crowe and wife Lorraine Downes. Crowe died on March 3, 2016 after a long battle with cancer.
Risk & reward: Stopping a cancer drug to see if you’re cured
… long-term treatment,” that eventually it will come back. But Gleevec’s discoverer, Dr. Brian Druker, head of Oregon Health & Science University’s cancer center, sees it differently. Nearly half of his 250 patients would be eligible to try quitting. …
Why do late middle-aged women allow ObamaCare to gouge them?
… So the rule hikes young men’s premiums. Because men in late middle age have ‘bad habits’ (according to Pauly), their health care costs more than older women’s health care does. So, it hikes those women’s premiums. Politically, this is hard to figure …
Some with a blood cancer thought incurable forgo the drugs
… are those of us who don’t think you can cure the disease.” But Gleevec’s discoverer, Dr. Brian Druker, head of Oregon Health & Science University’s cancer center, said nearly half his 250 patients are eligible to try quitting. So far, 49 have and 18 …
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New Mexico health officials say the state has widespread flu activity and that heightened flu activity is expected for weeks to come. Health officials: Flu activity widespread in New Mexico New Mexico health officials say the state has widespread flu activity and that heightened flu activity is expected for weeks to come.
Melvin Ingram isna t the only player Chargers hope to retain
The team placed a non-exclusive franchise tag on their star edge rusher Monday, but that was only the first step in what the team hopes will be a fruitful negotiation. At the NFL scouting combine on Thursday, General Manager Tom Telesco was optimistic about the Chargers’ chances to reach a long-term deal with Ingram – one of several players the team will try to retain.
Trump’s ‘America first’ really means ‘Americans last’
… happen to be Republicans, believe it or not. It’s difficult to argue that reducing Americans’ access to food, health care, housing and other necessities is putting their needs “first.” Carving billions out of these programs to offset …
E-therapy tied to better body image, intimacy for breast cancer survivors
… sexual satisfaction, intercourse frequency, relationship intimacy, psychological distress, marital satisfaction or health-related quality of life. One limitation of the study is that it wasn’t designed to show whether web-based treatment might be …
Children’s Hospital at St Francis receives check 28 mins ago
Dozens stood outside on the Children’s playground at St. Francis Hospital as Gold 4 Kids of Tulsa presented a check of $70,00 to the hospital’s staff. Gold 4 Kids, a cancer fundraising organization, focuses on raising money for research, clinical trails, and special projects in order to support the clinical pediatric oncology department at St. Francis hospital.
Kiwanis members hear: Take care of your heart
How to have a healthy heart was the topic for members of Kiwanis when Beverly Thompson spoke to the group recently. She is a survivor of heart disease and is now coordinator for Heart Health in Bakersfield, which is part of a national organization based in Washington, D.C., that promotes women’s health.
The new Ortenzio Cancer Center
PinnacleHealth and community leaders gather for the official Ribbon Cutting of the new Ortenzio Cancer Center at PinnacleHealth West Shore Campus, 2035 Technology Parkway on August 11, 2014. The center will provide comprehensive oncology services in multiple specialty areas, including cancer risk assessment, womenaEUs cancer treatment, radiation oncology, medical oncology, infusion services and cancer clinical trials.
Trump’s nominee to run Medicare and Medicaid advances
President Donald Trump ‘s nominee to run Medicare and Medicaid won committee approval Thursday, clearing her for a final floor vote in the Senate. Verma would head the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, an agency that oversees health insurance programs covering more than 130 million Americans.
Xavier could be sweating on Selection Sunday
Xavier is 3-6, including six straight losses, since sophomore guard Edmond Sumner suffered torn ACL in Jan. 29 game against St. John’s at Madison Square Garden. When last we bracketed, we mentioned out the Big East could get as many as seven teams in the NCAA tournament due to the recent success of Seton Hall, Providence and Marquette.
BrewDog wants to build DogHouse hotel at brewery
BrewDog just opened its taproom, is completing its brewery at its U.S. headquarters in Canal Winchester, and now plans a hotel there. The company also launched a fund-raising campaign on Indiegogo to collect $75,000 from its fans to get the $6 million project underway.
Resist
Recently my husband and I talked about what the next four years will bring, and the threat of nuclear annihilation – you know, lighthearted stuff. Like everyone else, the crappy place we’ve found ourselves in takes up a lot of my brain space.
HIV stigma put on the agenda with films screened at Brisbane Queer Film Festival
Queensland Positive People has launched its new short film series tackling HIV stigma at the Brisbane Queer Film Festival. O’Connor spoke about the advances that have been made in HIV treatment, adding that stigma against people with HIV is still a major problem.
Aeterna Zentaris Announces Presentation Regarding Macrilena at 99th…
… not only plays an important role in growth from childhood to adulthood, but also helps promote a hormonally-balanced health status. AGHD mostly results from damage to the pituitary gland. It is usually characterized by a reduction in bone mineral …
Aetna Executive to Present at Barclays Global Healthcare Conference
… via the Investor Information portion of Aetna’s website. About Aetna Aetna is one of the nation’s leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving an estimated 46.7 million people with information and resources to help them make better …
Alberta flu death toll hits 47 in 2016-17 season
The data released March 2 showed one more death in each of the Edmonton and North zones since last week’s report. So far this season, there have been 3,522 laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza A, 83 laboratory-confirmed cases of influenza B, and 1,267 Albertans have been admitted to hospital.