Health News for June 16, 2008

The 10 health items you need to carry on vacation
Choosing a destination for your summer vacation takes a lot of planning. However, the only way you will enjoy your break is by keeping in the best of health. Now, the Harvard Medical School has provided a list of important health-related items to take along to make sure you have a great holiday. ANI

The Loozit weight loss program that makes you look and feel sexy
The new Loozit weight loss program at Sydney community health centres will not only make you look sexier with that receding waistline, but will ensure that you even feel sexier at the same time. ANI

5hrs in front of TV ups kids risk of asthma
Kids who watch TV for more than five hours a day have a significantly high risk of becoming asthmatic, say doctors. ANI

Erectile dysfunction may be portal into mens health
According to a new study, men with erectile dysfunction should be tested for testosterone deficiency and metabolic syndrome, because both the conditions commonly occur together. ANI

Study sheds light on mystery cancer
A new study by researchers at the Cancer Institute New South Wales (NSW) has shed light on a mysterious cancer that is also the states third-deadliest cancer. ANI

The watermelon is a nutritional award-winner
Dig into that cool slice of watermelon with gusto, say nutrition experts, for the fruit is an excellent source of vitamins. ANI

Working overtime can give you the blues
Employees working overtime are more likely to face depression and anxiety, according to a new study. ANI

Moderate fitness may lower death risk in men with type 2 diabetes
Even moderate fitness can reduce the risk of death among men with type 2 diabetes, suggests a new study. ANI

Reproductive status may determine oestrogen therapys effect on brain
A new study led by Indian origin researcher has revealed that the effect of oestrogen therapy on the brain may depend upon a womans reproductive status. ANI

Current screening test does not readily identify prediabetes in kids
Obese kids, whore at an elevated prediabetes and type 2 diabetes risks, might not be getting the most appropriate test to screen for the conditions, according to a new study. ANI

Being overweight not linked to reduction in sperm production
Being overweight does not decrease the production of sperm, states a new study. ANI

Insulin resistance test may help predict pregnancy complications
A new study has suggested that testing pregnant women for insulin resistance with a simple blood test may be a new tool for predicting problems during pregnancy. ANI

New rheumatoid arthritis drug offers hope to thousands
Trials of a new medicine, called Tocilizumab, suggest that it is thrice as effective at halting the progression of rheumatoid arthritis as the standard therapy given to most patients. ANI

Snoring problem? You may have diabetes
Australian researchers have suggested a strong relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), snoring and type-2 diabetes. ANI

Diabetic women receive less intense heart disease treatment than men
A new study, conducted at three German universities, has found that women with type 2 diabetes and heart disease have poorer control of both diseases and receive less intensive medical treatment than men. ANI

Testosterone replacement in older men doesnt elevate prostate cancer risk
Older men opting for testosterone replacement therapy, owing to their low testosterone levels, dont face an elevated risk of prostate cancer, says a new study. ANI

Oral medications may be enough for diabetics
People with type 2 diabetes may soon be able to lead an insulin free life, for a new study has revealed that oral medications may be enough for controlling the disease. ANI

Old muscle given a shot of youthful vigour
Bioengineers at the University of California, Berkeley, say that they have been successful in giving old muscle a shot of youthful vigour during lab experiments. ANI

Mystery behind depression induced over-eating unraveled
People often try to beat their stress or blues by making a beeline for the fridge. Now researchers have explained why gloominess is linked to binging on food. ANI

Mouse model of most common, fatal bone cancer developed
Researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Childrens Hospital (Boston), have come up with a new mouse model of osteosarcoma, the most common and fatal type of malignant bone cancer. ANI