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Lap-band weight-loss surgery can reverse metabolic syndrome in obese teens
The Lap-Band is the favored bariatric procedure in Europe, while in the U.S., gastric bypass has been the preferred approach.At present, NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center is one of...
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U.S. News Ranks Texas Childrens
Texas Childrens Hospital on June 18 was named one of the top 10 childrens hospitals in the nation by U.S.News Media Groups 2009 edition of Americas Best Childrens Hospitals, making it one of only 10 hospitals to achieve Honor Roll status....
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Endocrine Society Responds to Insulin Glargine Studies With Recommendations
my personal edition> diabetes > news E-Mail this DGNews to a colleague DGNews CHEVY CHASE, Md -- July 2, 2009 -- Five articles recently posted online in the medical journal Diabetologia studied the possible connection between...
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Endocrine Society Responds to Recent Insulin Glargine (Lantus) Study with Recommendations
Newswise Five articles recently posted online in the medical journal Diabetologia studied the possible connection between the use of insulin glargine (Lantus) and the development of cancer.While one of these studies suggested an increased...
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Papillary thyroid carcinoma on sonography
(Click the title below to leave the MDLinx Network and go to the Journal's Website) Clinical Imaging, 07/02/09 Print Save in My Library Free Abstract Li QS et al.- CDUS plays an important role in the early detection of PTC and cervical...
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Lap-Band Weight-Loss Surgery Can Reverse Metabolic Syndrome In Obese Teens
A new study of obese adolescents has shown that laparoscopic gastric banding surgery -- the 'Lap-Band' procedure -- not only helps them achieve significant weight loss but can also improve and even reverse metabolic syndrome, reducing their...
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Lap-band weight-loss surgery can reverse metabolic syndrome in obese teens
A new study of obese adolescents has shown that laparoscopic gastric banding surgery -- the 'Lap-Band' procedure -- not only helps them achieve significant weight loss but can also improve and even reverse metabolic syndrome, reducing their...
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Lap-Band Weight-Loss Surgery Can Reverse Metabolic Syndrome in Obese Teens
Newswise A new study of obese adolescents has shown that laparoscopic gastric banding surgery -- the 'Lap-Band' procedure -- not only helps them achieve significant weight loss but can also improve and even reverse metabolic syndrome,...
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LabCorp Redeems All Outstanding Liquid Yield Option Notes Due 2021 and $369.1 Million Principal Amount at Ma
- Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (LabCorp) (NYSE:LH) announced today that it has completed the previously announced redemption of all of its outstanding zero coupon subordinated Liquid Yield Option Notes due 2021 (LYONs) and $369...
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The Endocrine Society: Obese women with PCOS can lose weight with a doctor's help
The Endocrine Society Obese women with PCOS can lose weight with a doctor's help Simple weight-loss advice from a physician and regular follow-up helped obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome lose a substantial amount of weight, a...
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The Endocrine Society: Nicotine induces prediabetes, likely contributes to high prevalence of heart disease in
Nicotine induces prediabetes, likely contributes to high prevalence of heart disease in smokers Researchers have discovered a reason why smoking greatly increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.Nicotine promotes insulin resistance,...
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Lap-band weight-loss surgery can reverse metabolic syndrome in obese teens
-- A new study of obese adolescents has shown that laparoscopic gastric banding surgery -- the 'Lap-Band' procedure -- not only helps them achieve significant weight loss but can also improve and even reverse metabolic syndrome, reducing...
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Data confirm long-term effects of bariatric surgery on type 2 diabetes
The 26th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery The positive, long-term impact on the resolution of type 2 diabetes following bariatric surgery was confirmed in two studies presented at the 26th Annual...
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Endocrine Society Issues Position Statement On Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals
Interest and concern about possible health threats posed by endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) is on the rise, yet there is currently no comprehensive coordinated approach to regulating EDCs in the United States.To address this...
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Endocrine Society Issues Position Statement on Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals
Newswise Interest and concern about possible health threats posed by endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) is on the rise, yet there is currently no comprehensive coordinated approach to regulating EDCs in the United States.To address...
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Hypoglycemia increased mortality, length of hospital stay in patients with diabetes
Patients with diabetes who develop hypoglycemia while hospitalized for non-critical illnesses face a greater risk of mortality and longer length of hospital stay both during and after hospitalization.Due to the increased risks from...
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BPA exposure during pregnancy alters offspring's DNA
In animal studies, exposure to bisphenol A (BPA - a common chemical found in many plastic household items) during pregnancy is known to cause fertility defects in the offspring, and now researchers have told The Endocrine Society's...
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The Endocrine Society: Natural hormone offers hope for treatment of the metabolic syndrome
The Endocrine Society Natural hormone offers hope for treatment of the metabolic syndrome Angiotensin 1-7, a hormone in the body that has cardiovascular benefits, improves the metabolic syndrome in rats, according to a new study.The...
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EPIC: More vegetables, less meat, some wine associated with greatest benefits of Mediterranean diet
Increased adherence to certain aspects of the Mediterranean diet in particular, more vegetables, less meat and moderate wine consumption was associated with a 14% decrease in overall mortality, according to data from the European Prospective...
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Resveratrol in Red Wine Protects Against Heart Disease, Obesity and Prostate Cancer
The Europeans, especially the French, have been recognizing red wine as a delicious beverage for a long time.We must consider the health benefits of red wine apart from its taste and aroma. Consuming red wine is also associated with the...
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Parathyroid Incidentalomas Detected on Routine Ultrasound-Directed Fine-Needle Aspiration Biopsy in Patients R
Save in My Library Free Abstract Kwak JY et al.- The prevalence of parathyroid incidentaloma was 0.4% in a large series of patients referred for suspected thyroid nodules. The use of FNA-PTH combined with FNAB can help clinicians...
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EPIC: High vegetable intake, low meat consumption beneficial in Mediterranean diet
Increased adherence to certain aspects of the Mediterranean diet in particular, more vegetables, less meat and moderate wine consumption was associated with a 14% decrease in overall mortality, according to data from the European Prospective...
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Endocrine Treatment of Transsexual Persons: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
(Click the title below to leave the MDLinx Network and go to the Journal's Website) Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 06/22/09 Print Save in My Library Free Abstract Hembree WC et al.- Transsexual persons seeking to...
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Area Firms Tweak Benefit Plans
More Washington- and Baltimore-area employers are shifting health-insurance costs to workers, offering high-deductible health plans and imposing restrictions on prescription-drug coverage to save money in the recession, according to a new...
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Follicular variant of papillary carcinoma arising from lingual thyroid
(Click the title below to leave the MDLinx Network and go to the Journal's Website) ENT Journal, 06/22/09 Print Save in My Library Free Abstract Hari CH et al.- The authors present a case of a follicular variant of papillary carcinoma...
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