News Items by Date - November 2005

1 November 2005UK Boost for alcohol treatment provision

1 November 2005Study Indicates Alzheimer’s Disease Affects Voting Capacity

1 November 2005New microfluidic device for nerve cells - may lead to spinal cord injury cures

1 November 2005November is NHS Fraud Awareness Month - Scotland, UK

2 November 2005Latest research may lead to new treatments for neurological disorders

2 November 2005AMA comments on U.S. National Strategy for Flu Pandemic

2 November 2005The General Medical Council investigates pubic attitudes to children’s rights

2 November 2005Baby-talk in Cantonese - research project

2 November 2005Characteristic cardiac scar pattern predicts risk of fatal arrhythmias

2 November 2005Common cholesterol-lowering drugs may reduce prostate cancer risk

3 November 2005Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority focuses on risk and clinical responsibility

3 November 2005Two thirds of physiotherapists have work-related musculoskeletal disorders

3 November 2005UK Food Standards Agency publishes new BSE information booklet

3 November 2005Bristol academic recruits almost 17,000 for ovarian cancer research

3 November 2005New research finds children of lesbians thriving and equal to national norms

3 November 2005New X-rays of cell's ribosome could lead to better antibiotics

3 November 2005Out of sight, out of Mind ? Not necessarily

4 November 2005Medical care practitioners - possible benefits but possible risks

4 November 2005Research into brain damage has scientists in 2 minds about amnesia

4 November 2005Meeting to develop universal approach on avian influenza and human pandemic influenza

4 November 2005NHS chief executives back overhaul of GP registration - UK

4 November 2005Birmingham Academics help develop educational framework for Medical Care Practitioners

4 November 2005HIV-Infected adults in Botswana respond positively to ARV Therapy treatment program

5 November 2005GMC Citizens'Jury supports professional judgment on childrens' confidentiality

5 November 2005Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) and Sleep Apnea - treated together in Ohio

5 November 2005Vitamin D + Taxotere combination extends the lives of men with advanced prostate cancer

5 November 2005Reflecting on personal values offers protection from effects of stress

5 November 2005Technique to remove tumours from region of the spine previously considered inoperable

6 November 2005American “ER” style healthcare roles come to the UK National Health Service

6 November 2005British Homeopathic Association welcomes Smallwood report

6 November 2005SPECT-CT scanner in Sydney, Australia - A World First

6 November 2005The Big Chill: Dramatically Improving Life After Heart Attack

7 November 2005Liver treatment lifeline for Scots

7 November 2005Welsh *Ask about medicines week* 7th-11th November

7 November 2005The British Heart Foundation asks kids, What's on your plate?

7 November 2005Cancer Research UK launches new mouth cancer campaign

7 November 2005New TB Test wins Top Prize at Medical Futures Competition

7 November 2005WHO and Novartis deliver free leprosy treatment for all patients worldwide

8 November 2005French Police & Gendarmerie Nationale Select Whatman FTA® Cards for DNA Collection

8 November 2005Older people to receive personalised care, thanks to pilot projects in UK

8 November 2005Missing molecule involved in lung cancer

8 November 2005IVF benefits outweigh the risks; Concerns about the long-term side-effects

8 November 2005Goat milk formula gives babies same growth rates as cow milk formula

8 November 2005Marital Happiness is Key to Fighting off Flu

9 November 2005More Dentists available to UK National Health Service (NHS) patients

9 November 2005More than threefold increase in numbers screened for chlamydia in UK

9 November 2005American Psychiatric Association - Commends Review Ethics of Interrogation

9 November 2005Liverpool University's HIV diagnostic test expands into European market

9 November 2005Global influenza meeting sets key action steps, agrees on urgent need for financing

9 November 2005Singapore prosecutes HIV-Positive Blood Donors

10 November 2005Testing at conception for conditions such as Alzheimer's?

10 November 2005Mental illness takes toll on US Businesses and Institutions

10 November 2005Uganda expands life-saving tetanus immunizations - UNICEF Report

10 November 2005NHS Confederation comment on Herceptin

10 November 2005BMA concerns about government plans to extend prescribing powers

10 November 2005Nurse and pharmacist prescribing powers extended

11 November 2005Girls, boys, and young people: The missing face of AIDS

11 November 2005Halt to polio epidemic across 10 West and Central African countries

11 November 2005Women handle second Breast Cancer diagnosis surprisingly well

11 November 2005Immunotherapy approach helps to restore cancer patients' immune system

11 November 2005UK General Public expect too much of National Health Service

11 November 2005Sleep Apnea significantly increases risk of stroke and death

12 November 2005Ménière’s disease - research underway in Australia

12 November 2005Lateral thinking produces first map of gene transmission

12 November 2005Home Treatment of pneumonia as effective as hospital care

12 November 2005Paternity Secrets: Why Women Don’t Tell

12 November 2005Liverpool University's HIV diagnostic test expands into European market

13 November 2005Blood pressure near the heart more predictive of cardiovascular outcomes than that measured in the arm

13 November 2005Ohio State University - Study for CPR Device Ends Early, Results Discussed

14 November 2005New guide for older people's mental health services in UK

14 November 2005End Dental Decay - New Oral Health Plan for England

14 November 2005Patients disadvantaged when doctors do not effectively communicate latest medical advances

15 November 2005World's largest type 2 diabetes intervention trial - Results from Australia

16 November 2005New UK text messaging service encourages smokers to give up

16 November 2005Family history valuable tool to help recognize and address patients' future health issues

16 November 2005New website explores the inside story of the human body

16 November 2005Scotland plans to reward NHS dentists

16 November 2005Consultation about front of pack labelling scheme to help consumers make healthier choices

16 November 2005Alcohol is linked to rise in mouth cancer cases - few people aware of dangers

17 November 2005Edinburgh vet's bid to cut deaths from rabies in Africa

17 November 2005Burden of stroke greater than heart disease in UK

17 November 2005NHS Confederation response to National Audit Office report on stroke services

17 November 2005UK Doctors Warn: Integrate independent sector with NHS or risk patient care

17 November 2005Young people increasing risk with low intakes of whole grain (MRC)

17 November 2005Worldwide Drop in Cervical Cancer Possible through Use of Simple, Cost-Effective Methods

18 November 2005New GMC publication sets principles for medical education and training

18 November 2005London Scientists use Stem Cells to grow Cartilage

18 November 2005Care outside hospitals: British Medical Association proposals for White Paper

18 November 2005World-first test of sun-damaged skin launched in UK

19 November 2005Conference to tackle `hype´ in cancer stories (Sheffield, UK)

19 November 2005Glasgow Scientists increase understanding of schizophrenia

19 November 20059 Behavioral and Environmental Risk Factors' - Major Role in cancer deaths globally

19 November 2005Magnetic probe successfully tracks implanted cells in cancer patients

19 November 2005Maryland Researchers investigate benefit of acupuncture for in vitro fertilization

20 November 2005Sexually satisfied but feeling frumpy: It’s Body Image; not *The Change*

20 November 2005Carry your own Personal Health Record (PHR) ? Some Americans do.

20 November 2005Evidence of association between bipolar disorder and artistic creativity

20 November 2005Exposure to high levels of noise increases blood pressure

20 November 2005Obesity Epidemic Overblown, Conclude UCLA Sociologists

20 November 2005New help possible for worriers, according to Canadian Professor

21 November 2005Stroke rates increase for Maori and Pacific Peoples

21 November 2005Scientists must be engaged with public for the UK to remain a leader in stem cell science

21 November 2005Commercialising home healthcare in Australia

21 November 2005New keys to the causes of cerebral palsy discovered

21 November 2005International health ministers agree action on pandemic 'flu

21 November 2005Mozambique satisfied with the results of national vaccination campaign

21 November 2005Why stress could be final whistle for football managers

22 November 2005American Psychiatric Association - Tips for Holiday Alcohol Consumption

22 November 2005UK Flu vaccine supplies

22 November 2005Social inclusion for people with mental health problems

22 November 2005Cambridge teams awarded grant for biosensor research

22 November 2005UK National Patient Safety Agency advice for safer patient identification

22 November 2005HIV infection decreasing but global number of people living with HIV rises

23 November 2005Breastfeeding benefits mothers by reducing risk of Type 2 Diabetes

23 November 2005Increased insecurity for civilians & aid workers threatens humanitarian efforts in Uganda

23 November 2005Norfolk (UK) Hospital unit closes to protect adolescents with learning disabilities

23 November 2005UK Health watchdog three-year bid to improve learning disability services

23 November 2005New law to inspect children's services could prevent young people seeking health care

23 November 2005Childcare reduces stress levels for some kids with working mums

24 November 2005Cancer Research finds fewer dying of cancer; incidence remains stable

24 November 2005Scotland: Nurses playing greater role in delivering patient care

24 November 2005Government of Canada will establish a Canadian Mental Health Commission

24 November 2005Results of health bill consultation published - UK

24 November 2005WHO - Landmark Study on Domestic Violence

24 November 2005British Heart Foundation (BHF) Roadshow to bring healthy eating campaign to UK streets

25 November 2005Aspirin may help the heart - but some patients also develop ulcers

25 November 2005Queensland scientists advance fight against infection & chronic disease

25 November 2005Hepatitis C in Australian prisons: minimising the risk

25 November 2005Research shows that internet may aid in treating panic sufferers

25 November 2005Domestic and Intimate-Partner Violence against Women a World-Wide Issue

25 November 2005Nobel prize winner to help interview top Chinese cancer researchers for prestigious awards

26 November 2005UK: New laws for fertility treatment and embryo research

26 November 2005Rapid development of nanotechnologies requires safety research

26 November 2005Food Standards Agency advises no action necessary over infant formula

26 November 2005US Agricultural workers at increased risk of infection with animal flu viruses

26 November 2005Health and social care services for deaf people with mental health needs in UK

26 November 2005Swimming with Dolphins can Alleviate Depression - Leicester University

27 November 2005Health experts act on findings of Scotland's largest health study

27 November 2005ADHD Medication might also treat the symptoms of hyperactivity in autism

27 November 2005Give Thanks for the Cranberry, Say US Dental Researchers

27 November 2005Link between sleep apnea and body position in children

27 November 2005American expert on infant co-sleeping comments on pros and cons

27 November 2005Non-surgical lung volume reduction treatment for emphysema

28 November 2005New Law to protect Canada's supply of safe and affordable prescription drugs

28 November 2005Drug companies leave children with AIDS to fend for themselves

28 November 2005Young people fail to react to obesity issue (Research from Ireland)

28 November 2005Studying brain activity could aid diagnosis of social phobia

28 November 2005Children in Devon and Cornwall get off to a healthy start

28 November 2005Half of this year's physiotherapy graduates still chasing physiotherapy job

29 November 2005EU Presidency to foundation for action on patient safety worldwide

29 November 2005Sick children to get more choice about their care (UK)

29 November 2005Canadian Government support the development and testing of a prototype pandemic vaccine

29 November 2005Every brain cell helps in understanding neurobiology of ADHD

29 November 2005Herbal Medicines in spotlight with new appointment at The University of Auckland

29 November 2005Edinburgh University's new MRI scanner opens to horses

29 November 2005Feeling fat in the festive season? It’s all in your mind

30 November 2005New UK guide improves life for children with complex disabilities

30 November 2005Undocumented migrants excluded from accessing health care in Sweden

30 November 2005UK Healthcare Commission: Visits and Spot Checks on NHS

30 November 2005Statement from the National Institutes of Health (USA) on World AIDS Day

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