20 May 2012
Health Problems

DoctorsHealthPress.com Supports Study Showing the Effects of Capsaicin on Reducing Belly Fat

DoctorsHealthPress.com Supports Study Showing the Effects of Capsaicin on Reducing Belly Fat











DoctorsHealthPress.com Supports Study Showing the Effects of Capsaicin on Reducing Belly Fat


Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 19, 2012

The Doctors Health Press, a publisher of various natural health newsletters, books and reports, including the popular online Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin, is lending its support to a recent study showing the effects of capsaicin on reducing belly fat.

As reported in Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin on Thursday, May 17, 2012 (http://www.doctorshealthpress.com/weight-loss-articles/the-spice-proven-to-help-you-drop-belly-fat), according recent study at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, researchers found that capsaicin — best known to help treat arthritis when used in a cream on the skin — could play a role in the future of weight management. The study is published in the May issue of ”Digestive Diseases and Sciences.”

The Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin article reports that the study investigated two surgeries that could be used in place of bariatric surgery. “Vagotomy” involves removing the vagus nerve, which transmits information between the gut and the brain.”Vagal deafferentation” also involves the vagus nerve, but rather than removing the nerve completely, surgeons use capsaicin to destroy only certain nerve fibers.

They found that vagotomy significantly reduced total body fat, as well as visceral abdominal fat. The latter is the dangerous layer of fat that pads the spaces between abdominal organs. Vagal deafferentation also reduced these fats, but to a lesser degree. However, according to the researchers, the reduction is still remarkable.

The reduced visceral fat is especially important. High visceral fat volume is a marker of obesity and obesity-related diseases, such as diabetes.

Between the two surgeries, vagal deafferentation is associated with fewer side effects.

The researchers note that more work needs to be done on whether these surgeries can be used on humans, and whether capsaicin could be applied directly to human vagal fibers. The study results, however, provide promise of what the future can hold.

As demand for surgeries that reduce weight and obesity – related diseases increases, procedures that can achieve success in a less invasive fashion will be more important.

(SOURCE: A.T., Stearns, et al., “Relative Contributions of Afferent Vagal Fibers to Resistance to Diet-Induced Obesity,” Digestive Diseases and Sciences, 2012; 57: 1,281-1,290.)

Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin is a daily e-letter providing natural health news with a focus on natural healing through foods, herbs and other breakthrough health alternative treatments. For more information on Doctors Health Press, visit http://www.doctorshealthpress.com.

The Doctors Health Press believes in the healing properties of various superfoods, like pistachios, as well as the benefits of taking vitamins and supplements, Chinese herbal remedies and homeopathy. To see a video outlining the Doctors Health Press’ views on homeopathic healing, visit http://www.doctorshealthpress.com/homeopathy.
























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18 May 2012
Hospitals

North Florida Broadband Authority and Main Street Broadband Announce Commercial Partnership

North Florida Broadband Authority and Main Street Broadband Announce Commercial Partnership










Lake City, FL (PRWEB) May 17, 2012

Main Street Broadband, which provides Internet service to communities in Southern Georgia and North Florida, has signed an agreement to become the first commercial retailer of high-speed broadband Internet service powered by the North Florida Broadband Authority (NFBA).

The new service will provide significantly faster, high volume service to community anchor institutions, including schools, hospitals and government agencies, as well as residential and business customers, announced NFBA Chair Tommy Langford of Gilchrist County and Michael F. Mies, co-founder and chief executive officer of Main Street Broadband.

“Thanks to NFBA’s high-speed wireless network, we can expand the reach of our services and also provide much higher-capacity solutions to the rural communities in North Central Florida,” said Mies. “This is a great public-private partnership that leverages NFBA’s middle mile BTOP-funded network to provide much needed bandwidth.”

“We’re very pleased to have Main Street Broadband as our first commercial partner,” Langford said. “We know they are committed to providing residents, businesses and community institutions with affordable broadband services throughout North Central Florida.”

NFBA was formed in 2009 to provide high-speed broadband Internet infrastructure to an underserved and rural region of North Central Florida, including 12 counties and seven municipalities, through a federal grant from the National Telecommunications Infrastructure Administration.

The wireless network, scheduled to go live in phases through June, will provide high speed Internet for the first time to health care providers, schools, local governments, businesses and residential customers through cooperative agreements with local commercial service providers like Main Street Broadband.

Main Street Broadband has already installed the first anchor institution on the network, providing dedicated bandwidth to a medical facility in Branford, FL for transmission of high-resolution x-ray images.

To learn more about NFBA, go to http://www.NFBA.net. To learn more about Main Street Broadband and determine if high-speed broadband service powered by the NFBA is available in your area from Main Street Broadband, go to http://www.MainStreetBB.com or call 888-807-FAST(3278).

ABOUT MAIN STREET BROADBAND – Main Street Broadband LLC is a privately held 4G wireless broadband service provider headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Together with its subsidiary, Broadband South LLC, Main Street is committed to bringing affordable 4G technology and digital phone service to the un-served and under served markets in the southeast US. Main Street Broadband utilizes the latest in wireless broadband technology for both residential and business services to develop additional economic opportunities in the communities and advance the quality of life for its residents. To learn more about Main Street Broadband, visit http://www.mainstreetbb.com.























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17 May 2012
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ME AND MY FAMILY

My father is in drug rehab centre in Florida. He has been rehabilitating in there for 2 years, i feel so sad about it. Not only that my mother is in Fresno drug rehab centre as well, those are really hurt me. So that i could not life like this, it makes me become someone who wants to quit in competition this life. I hate my self so much. I want to be like other people, they can smile, they can laugh, they can go to every places with their familya. But i, me and my self could not do that. So that i need to say to all my friends not to use drugs or heroin or othet those things will broke your sweet dreams. Just believe with your dreams and do not need to use those bad things. Love your dreams, love your self and love your family.

Drug rehab centre in Florida, Fresno drug rehab centre are the words that i always heard. So many people and family become victims of drug, they broke their live with drug. One of that families is my family, i live in broken home, it is all because of drug, there are so many types of drug that can dangerous us such as morphine, hemp plant, narcotics and many more. Actually those drugs can be benefit us if we can use it wisely, like hemp plant, it is actually type of cooking spices. But many people can use it wisely so that it is benefit us. Usually. The worst thing of using these drugs is wrong way of using them. Because of these thing my family broke, and i do not which one is true and wront, i could not find the good way without guidence from my parents.

 

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17 May 2012
Hospitals

Warfighter Sports Partners with Wash Depot and Sparkling Image

Warfighter Sports Partners with Wash Depot and Sparkling Image












Rockville, MD (PRWEB) May 17, 2012

Warfighter Sports, a program of Disabled Sports USA, is proud to announce its continued alliance with Wash Depot Holdings, Inc.& Sparkling Image Corp. to raise monies for its sports rehabilitation programs in military hospitals and communities across the United States. The organization has a nationwide network of over 100 community-based chapters and serves severely wounded service members from the Iraq and Afghanistan conflict and the global war on terrorism.

Wash Depot Holdings, a national car wash company that markets under five car wash brands including Simoniz® and Eager Beaver,® is teaming up with Sparkling Image Corp. of Bakersfield, CA to pledge proceeds from their semi annual wash book promotions. Last year’s programs with Disabled Sports USA raised $ 65,000.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with them again” states Kirk Bauer, Executive Director of Disabled Sports USA and a disabled Vietnam veteran. “Our wounded warriors are going through a very difficult time. Sudden, traumatic change in physical ability makes service members vulnerable to psychological and emotional, as well as physical trauma. Participation in sports helps them regain their confidence and fitness that will enable them to rebuild their lives.”

Wash Depot’s Director of Marketing, Joseph Solis, echoes Bauer’s enthusiasm. “It’s simply a wonderful program that we are proud to support for a second year. The public can visit any of our car wash or oil change facilities through Father’s Day and we’ll donate proceeds from the sale of wash books and oil change gift certificates. To find the nearest location, visit us online at http://www.cleancarfeeling.com.”

About Warfighter Sports

Warfighter Sports, a program of Disabled Sports USA, offers sports rehabilitation for severely wounded warriors in military hospitals and communities across the U.S. through a nationwide network of over 100 community-based chapters. Since 1967, Disabled Sports USA has proudly served wounded warriors, including those injured in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, offering over 30 winter and summer sports at more than 100 events each year. Warfighter Sports rebuilds lives through sports by improving self-confidence, promoting independence and uniting families through shared healthy activities.

Contributions cover all expenses for participation, including individualized adaptive instruction, adaptive sports equipment, transportation, lodging and meals for the warrior and a family member. Since 2003, more than 5,600 of the most severely wounded and their families have been served, including those with amputations, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, visual impairments, and significant nerve and muscle damage. For more information, visit http://www.warfightersports.org.























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16 May 2012
Health Problems

CNS Network Partners With Verified Clinical Trials And Joins The VCT National Database Registry To Stop Dual Enrollment In Clinical Trials And Improve Safety And Quality

CNS Network Partners With Verified Clinical Trials And Joins The VCT National Database Registry To Stop Dual Enrollment In Clinical Trials And Improve Safety And Quality











Verified Clinical Trials-
Stops Dual Enrollment


Long Beach, California (PRWEB) April 30, 2012

CNS Network an established leader in clinical trial research turns to Verified Clinical Trials (VCT) to stop the professional research subject from enrolling in multiple clinical trials simultaneously known as dual enrollment. CNS Network’s commitment to clinical research volunteer safety and data quality has led them to implement the Verified Clinical Trials database registry system.

Multiple simultaneous enrollments have become a serious problem in the clinical research world as research volunteers attempt to jump from one study to another without waiting for enough time to lapse between treatments in effort to earn money or receive free care. The professional research volunteer places everyone at risk including the drug manufacturer, the research site, and most importantly potentially jeopardizing the health of the volunteer. Furthermore, this may result in issues with the data quality.

Verified Clinical Trials offers CNS Network the proper tool to detect and stop the professional research subject” states Jack Stephens, President of CNS Network. Stephens added, “Most of us in the industry recognize the existence and the ramifications of dual enrollment in clinical trials, but we have never before been able to quantify it, detect it, nor stop it”.

Sandra Scott LPT, Senior Training Coordinator, is excited to “ensure safety and improve data quality with a tool that is both time and cost effective. CNS Network is excited to join the VCT network”.

Dr. Mitchell Efros, CEO of Verified Clinical Trials (VCT) states, “CNS Network has joined an impressive cohort of companies both locally and globally to improve the quality of their trials. The recognition and uptake of dual enrollment and use of the VCT system has literally exploded as of late”. Dr. Efros added, “We are very excited to have a company like CNS Network join our expansive network that includes and focuses on both early and late phase trials. CNS Network has joined the largest clinical research database network across North America and only strengthens this cooperative registry.”

About CNS Network :

CNS Network is one of Southern California’s leading clinical research organizations, specializing in the testing of new medications and treatments for disorders of the central nervous system such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, depression, insomnia, and various neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease, migraines, and epilepsy. CNS Network is dedicated to furthering the knowledge and application of new medication therapies for various psychiatric and neurological conditions.

About Verified Clinical Trials:

Verified Clinical Trials is a forward thinking company developed by experts active in the clinical research community to proactively improve research subject safety and data quality in clinical research trials. Verified Clinical Trials halts dual enrollment in clinical trials and defines itself as the world’s leader in the field of database registries in clinical trial research. Verified Clinical Trials is the only clinical research database registry designed specifically to enhance the quality of both early and late phase trials and has the scalability to reach all sites nationally as well as on a global level. Verified Clinical Trials offers numerous other value added services to the clinical research site, CRO, and Pharmaceutical Sponsor, that prove invaluable with regards to financial and legal issues and liabilities. For more information, RSVP to or visit http://www.verifiedclinicaltrials.com.

Verified Clinical Trials Contact:

Kerri Weingard ANP

Chief Operating Officer

Phone: (516) 998-7499

kweingard(at)verifiedclinicaltrials(dot)com











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15 May 2012
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Kimpton’s Hotel Allegro Launches ?Kids Rule? Summer Program

Kimpton’s Hotel Allegro Launches “Kids Rule” Summer Program











Chicago, IL (PRWEB) May 08, 2012

School’s out for summer (well almost!) and Kimpton’s Hotel Allegro Chicago is launching a playground of perks to ensure kids are smiling all vacation long. The “Kids Rule” summer program will kick off this Memorial Day weekend and offer a trifecta of kid-friendly freebies, including: Kids Hour, a FUNcierge and a tech-savvy scavenger hunt.

“The summer season is always a busy and exciting travel time for families,” said Allegro’s Hotel Manager Mary Perino-Fleming. “This year we created the ‘Kid’s Rule’ program to provide a value-added and memorable experience for the families staying with us.”

Kids Hour will come alive in the Lobby Living Room from 4 p.m.-5 p.m., every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Kids can feed both their appetites and their minds with the help of a popcorn machine, lemonade stand, Wii and bundles of board games. Following Kids Hour, parents are welcome to mingle at the complimentary Wine Hour, hosted everyday from 5 p.m.-6 p.m. in the Lobby Living Room.

To keep the fun going, parents should make a pit stop at the desk of Hotel Allegro’s resident FUNcierge. Fully equipped with information on the city’s top kid-friendly museums, parks and landmarks, our FUNcierge will provide full itineraries, purchase advanced tickets or make restaurant reservations. At Hotel Allegro, guests feel at home in the city and are encouraged to live like a local; no tourist traps here, just the city’s top spots from our Chicago insiders who know the city best.

Families can also explore Chicago with a scavenger hunt that takes them to the top five must-see Chicago landmarks. To win a special prize for hitting all five attractions, simply tweet photos and include the @KimptonCHI Twitter handle with #AllegroKidsRule.

The “Kids Rule” program runs from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend and is complimentary for all hotel guests. In addition to the “Kids Rule” program, visiting families can continue to take advantage of the Kimpton Kids program offered at all Kimpton Hotels. Kimpton Kids includes a special children’s welcome amenity, a child-size animal print robe for loan or purchase and comment cards just for kids.

For more information about the “Kids Rule” summer program or to book your stay, please visit http://www.allegrochicago.com or call 312-236-0123.

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ABOUT KIMPTON’S HOTEL ALLEGRO

Located in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant downtown theater district at 171 W. Randolph St., Kimpton’s Hotel Allegro promises celebrity treatment for all guests. Luxurious accommodations, extraordinary amenities and incomparable service guarantee star treatment from check-in to check-out. Hotel Allegro is proud to be Green Key 4-Key certified for its sustainable, earth-friendly practices. Call 312.236.0123 or visit http://www.allegrochicago.com and http://www.facebook.com/hotelallegro.

ABOUT KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS

San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a collection of boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants in the US, is an acknowledged industry pioneer and was the first to bring the boutique hotel concept to America. In 1981 Bill Kimpton founded the company that today is well-known for making travelers feel welcomed and comfortable while away from home through authentic and unscripted customer care, stylish ambience and embodying a certain playfulness in its approach to programs and amenities. Adjacent to the hotels are locally-loved, top-rated, Kimpton restaurants. Kimpton leads the hospitality industry in ecological practices through its innovative EarthCare program that spans all hotels and restaurants. Market Metrix, a recognized authority and leader in feedback solutions, consistently ranks Kimpton above other hotel companies in luxury and upper upscale segments for customer satisfaction. Privately held Kimpton was recognized by Fortune Magazine as a Best Company to Work for in 2012. The company operates more than 50 hotels and more than 50 restaurants in 23 cities. For more information, visit http://www.KimptonHotels.com or call 1-800-KIMPTON.











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13 May 2012
Hospitals

Advocate Health Care partners with Merge Healthcare to provide physicians instant access to cardiac imaging and informatics solutions

Advocate Health Care partners with Merge Healthcare to provide physicians instant access to cardiac imaging and informatics solutions











Oak Brook, IL (PRWEB) May 13, 2012

Merge Healthcare, a leading provider of enterprise imaging and interoperability solutions, has announced that Advocate Health Care, one of the nation’s top health care systems, will implement Merge’s complete cardiology solution suite to capture, manage and display cardiac images, and hemodynamics and ECG data across its enterprise of more than 250 care sites, including 10 acute-care hospitals and two integrated children’s hospitals.

“Advocate is an example for others to follow as they’ve set in place a strategy that promotes the sharing of images and information across their enterprise,” said Jeff Surges, CEO, Merge Healthcare. “They are taking the critically important step of providing physicians with access to images and information regardless of their location. With this type of ‘anywhere, anytime’ access to images and information, they’re delivering on a plan that will help improve the healthcare experience for patients and physicians.”

“There are a number of reasons Advocate partnered with Merge Healthcare,” said Dr. Lee Sacks, executive vice president, chief medical officer, Advocate Health Care. “We valued their approach because it is a true partnership. That’s something we believe is key to long-term success. Second, their solutions are highly-respected by users. For example, Merge Hemo is ranked #1 by KLAS (an organization that measures customers’ product perceptions). Earning a designation like that says a lot about their commitment to excellence.”

“As a cardiologist, I need to have immediate access to a patient’s complete cardiology record to ensure I make the most informed medical decisions,” said Dr. Vincent Bufalino, Advocate Health Care. “With Merge’s solutions, I can see cardiology images wherever I am – whether I’m at the hospital, in my office, or even at a remote location. Having this type of access is immensely beneficial.”

Advocate selected the full suite of Merge Cardiology Solutions for its ability to help improve workflow and enhance patient care. With Merge Cardio, patient information is integrated from different sources into a centralized web-based system. As a result, cardiologists can quickly access their patient’s complete cardiology file from a single point (including the EMR), generate a report, and distribute it in a single session—even if they are at a remote location.

With the simplified reporting tools inherent to Merge Cardio, physicians can now get information and reports faster, and in a more consistent manner. And with its integration with the industry’s top EMRs, that information can be accessed timely and securely regardless of location.

The Merge Cardiology suite includes Merge Cardio™, an enterprise-level image and information system; Merge Hemo™, a catheterization laboratory knowledge tool for data collection, analysis and reporting (ranked #1 by KLAS); iConnect® Access, a zero-download DICOM image and XDS viewer; and iConnect® Share, an Internet-based gateway for image sharing.

About Advocate Health Care

Advocate Health Care, one of the nation’s top health systems, based on clinical performance, is the largest health system in Illinois and one of the largest health care providers in the Midwest. Advocate operates more than 250 sites of care, including 10 acute care hospitals, two integrated children’s hospitals, five Level I trauma centers, two Level II trauma centers, one of the area’s largest home health care companies and one of the region’s largest medical groups. Advocate Health Care trains more primary care physicians and residents at its three major teaching hospitals than any other health system in the state.

About Merge Healthcare

Merge Healthcare is a leading provider of enterprise imaging and interoperability solutions. Merge solutions facilitate the sharing of images to create a more effective and efficient electronic healthcare experience for patients and physicians. Merge provides enterprise imaging solutions for radiology, cardiology, orthopedics and eye care; electronic health record and practice management solutions for image-intensive specialties; a suite of products for clinical trials; software for financial and pre-surgical management; applications that fuel the largest modality vendors in the world, and a network of patient-centric, wellness stations. Merge’s products have been used by healthcare providers, vendors and researchers worldwide to improve patient care for more than 20 years.























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12 May 2012
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CashNow.net Launches New Phone Number to Give Payday Loan Access to Non?Internet Users

CashNow.net Launches New Phone Number to Give Payday Loan Access to Non–Internet Users











Cash Now


(PRWEB) May 12, 2012

CashNow.net has introduced a new way for customers to apply for payday loans. Prospective borrowers who do not have access to the Internet or who, for whatever reason, do not want to want to complete their loan application via the Internet, can now call a 24-hour phone number to apply for a loan. Customer service representatives are available at the number to help customers with the application process. The new phone number, located on the site’s “Contact Us” page, allows customers to apply over the phone just as quickly and easily as they would be able to going online.

“CashNow.net is proud to offer this new service to our customers,” says CashNow.net spokesperson Ted Harris. “The new phone number allows us to provide complete access to payday loans to a wider range of potential borrowers. Customers who might not have applied for a loan before because of their reluctance or inability to get online can now easily and quickly get the money they need to cover emergency expenses.”

Individuals who need cash now to pay for rent, medical care, car repairs, home repairs and other necessary and unexpected expenses can get quick and convenient help from a payday loan. This type of loan is available in amounts between $ 100 and $ 1,500, with the specific loan amount that a customer can get based on the customer’s monthly salary and determined by the specific lender they use through CashNow.net. Borrowers can receive their payday loan, which is deposited directly into their checking account by their lender, within just minutes of it being approved. Borrowers generally repay their loans when they receive their next paycheck, and repayment is done via convenient electronic withdrawal from the customer’s bank account.

Loan applicants do not have to have good credit to qualify for a payday loan. They must, however, be at least 18 years of age, a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S., employed with at least 90 days on the job, and be earning a monthly income of no less than $ 1,000 after taxes. Individuals applying via the new application phone number must also supply their checking account information, home and work phone numbers, and a valid email address to the representative they speak with. Applicants can only use a checking account that is registered in their name.

CashNow.net hopes that its new 24-hour application phone number serves as a valuable resource for individuals around the country and bolsters its overall relationship with consumers.























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11 May 2012
Health Problems

A York Optician is Urging Local MP?s to Support Life-threatening Child Eye Cancer Campaign

A York Optician is Urging Local MP’s to Support Life-threatening Child Eye Cancer Campaign











The staff at Viewpoint are raising awareness of child eye cancer

(PRWEB UK) 11 May 2012

In conjunction with World Retinoblastoma Awareness Week (13th to 19th May), optometrists at Viewpoint are highlighting this devastating condition and are backing the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust’s (CHECT) campaign to make vital information about Retinoblastoma readily available to parents.

The team at Viewpoint are getting involved in the campaign by signing the petition and contacting local York MP’s, Hugh Bayley and Julian Sturdy, asking them to show their support and lobby to the Department of Health, in the hope that the vital information on Retinoblastoma will be published in the Personal Child Health Record (Red Book) and Birth to Five book. They will also be raising funds throughout the awareness week for the CHECT, donating £20 to the charity for every pair of glasses sold.

Retinoblastoma is a life-threatening form of eye cancer that develops in the cells of the retina, affecting babies and young children. Optometrists at Viewpoint are warning parents to look out for the signs of the condition. The most common early sign is a white glow in the child’s eye. This is usually only visible to the naked eye in low artificial lighting or when a flash has been used on a photograph. Some children may develop a squint and other less common signs are deterioration of vision, change to the colour of the iris or red, irritated eyes without infection.

The condition is often diagnosed late, once the tumor has already grown extensively within the eye. It is treatable but the later it is detected, the more aggressive the treatment will be. Sometimes the whole eye needs to be removed and the child requires follow-up chemotherapy and goes on to endure invasive checkups throughout childhood.

Early diagnosis creates a greater choice of treatment, avoiding the more aggressive procedures. Currently there is no information provided by the NHS for parents however, if they were aware of the symptoms and spotted retinoblastoma, they could seek medical help as soon as possible, reducing the chance of the child losing an eye.

The CHECT campaign, launched last year, called on the Department of Health to make changes to the Personal Child Health Record, the Birth to Five Book and NHS online, to include the signs and symptoms of the condition. Although the NHS Online team has agreed to publish the information and the committees responsible for the Personal Child Health Record and the Birth to Five Book have agreed to consider the proposals for change, the campaigning continues.

Viewpoint is urging people to get behind the campaign and help spread the word about this condition. You can find out more information about the condition and sign up to the petition on Viewpoint’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/viewpointopticians























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10 May 2012
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DoctorsHealthPress.com Reports on Study Showing New Supplement That Can Help Prevent Colon Cancer

DoctorsHealthPress.com Reports on Study Showing New Supplement That Can Help Prevent Colon Cancer











DoctorsHealthPress.com Reports on Study Showing New Supplement That Can Help Prevent Colon Cancer


Boston, MA (PRWEB) May 10, 2012

The Doctors Health Press, a publisher of various natural health newsletters, books and reports, including the popular online Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin, is reporting on a recent study showing that a “prebiotic” supplement could help reduce one’s risk of colon cancer.

As reported in Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 (http://www.doctorshealthpress.com/cancer-articles/the-supplements-that-shield-you-from-colon-cancer), Michigan researchers found that fiber supplements that serve as food for the trillions of tiny bacteria living in the gut, can stimulate the growth of the “good” bacteria. The fiber helps the body produce more natural killer cells — which are lethal protective substances that kill off any foreign invaders like bacteria. They also limit the amount of inflammation in the body — something that is linked to nearly every chronic illness.

The Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin article reports that the study reports that mice given the prebiotic “galacto-oligosaccharide” (GOS) had far reduced severity of colitis than other mice did. Colitis is the main form of inflammatory bowel disease. Mice fed GOS had a 50% reduction in colitis.

Past research has shown that certain types of foods and fibers could reduce colon cancer risk. There is something unique about certain fibers, like GOS. They can alter cells and influence the immune system in possibly hugely beneficial ways. The overall goal here was to find diet components that lowered cancer risk.

The Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin article further reports that the researchers found that mice given GOS had significantly less inflammation and fewer abnormal cells. Both are precursors for colon cancer. These positive results were linked to the significant enhancement of the body’s own natural killer cells, found in the immune system and crucial in fighting off new infections in the body.

This could set the stage for some serious breakthroughs in the area of cancer research. The next step is to see how prebiotics work, finding a link that could apply to other intestinal problems as well.

(Source: “Supplementation with Galacto-Oligosaccharides Increases the Percentage of NK Cells and Reduces Colitis Severity in Smad3-Deficient Mice,” J. Nutr., 2012; jn.111.154732; first published online Apr. 11, 2012.)

Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin is a daily e-letter providing natural health news with a focus on natural healing through foods, herbs and other breakthrough health alternative treatments. For more information on Doctors Health Press, visit http://www.doctorshealthpress.com.

The Doctors Health Press believes in the healing properties of various superfoods, like pistachios, as well as the benefits of taking vitamins and supplements, Chinese herbal remedies and homeopathy. To see a video outlining the Doctors Health Press’ views on homeopathic healing, visit http://www.doctorshealthpress.com/homeopathy.
























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