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Health News for 02/08/10

February 08, 2010

Paxil Blocks Tamoxifen, Lowers Survival Odds Against Breast Cancer

Women with breast cancer who take both tamoxifen and the antidepressant Paxil may increase their risk of dying because Paxil reduces tamoxifen's effectiveness, Canadian researchers report.

Stem Cell Research Makes Another Advance

Scientists say they've developed a new and easier way to create what's known as pluripotent stem cells -- cells that can develop into one of many cell types for use in regenerative medicine.

'Third-Hand Smoke' Could Be Troublesome, Too

Tobacco smoke residue found on indoor surfaces -- so-called "third-hand smoke" -- can interact with airborne compounds to form new, potentially cancer-causing substances, research suggests.

Glaucoma Drugs May Play Role in Longer Life

MONDAY, Feb. 8 (HealthDay News) --People who take medication to treat glaucoma appear to outlive those who don't treat the eye disease, new research has found.

Older Stroke Patients Are Getting Better Treatment

Older Americans who have strokes are getting better treatment, possibly because of a nationwide program encouraging use of guideline-recommended therapies, a new study shows.

High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia in Some Seniors

High blood pressure may predict dementia in older adults with impaired executive function (difficulty organizing thoughts and making decisions), but not in those with memory problems, a new study has found.

Mediterranean Diet May Help Keep You Smarter

Eating a Mediterranean-style diet -- one rich in olive oil, whole grains, fish and fruit -- may protect aging brains from damage linked to cognitive problems, a new study finds

Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Financial pressure puts low- and medium-income women at particularly high risk for anxiety and depression after being diagnosed with the noninvasive breast cancer ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), a U.S. study has found.

Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 8, 2010

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Health Highlights: Feb. 8, 2010

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay :

Older Moms More Apt to Have Autistic Child

Older moms are more likely to have a child with autism than women who give birth at a younger age, new research shows.

Beer for the Bones?

Beer may help keep bones strong because it's a rich source of dietary silicon, which contributes to bone mineral density, a new study reports.

Handgrip Strength Helps Predict Death Risk in Elderly

Decreased handgrip strength in the elderly is associated with increased risk of death, researchers say.

Soft Drinks Could Boost Pancreatic Cancer Risk

People who down two or more soft drinks a week may have double the risk of developing deadly pancreatic cancer, compared to non-soda drinkers, new research suggests.

3 Home Habits Help Youngsters Stay Slim

Something as simple as sitting down to dinner together as a family can go a long way in helping a child fend off obesity.

Cleaning Agent Tied to Parkinson's in Study

The industrial cleaner trichloroethylene (TCE) has been linked to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease, U.S. researchers say.

Health Tip: Spot Unsafe Playgrounds

Some parents may falsely assume that all playground equipment is safe.

Health Tip: What's Behind Nasal Congestion

Nasal congestion, commonly called a stuffy nose, occurs when the tissues that line the inside of the nose become swollen.

Drug Cures Osteoporosis in Mice

An experimental drug that inhibits serotonin in the gut cured osteoporosis in lab mice and rats, a new study has found.