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Table of Contents . . . April 21st, 2005
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Cardiovascular Disease - Women who've had hysterectomy have more CVD risk factors
Hypertension - Five percent less body weight reduces obese women's blood pressure
Osteoporosis - Postmenopausal women in study don't stick with home-based preventive program
Ovarian Cancer - BRCA1 mutation acts through indirect, biochemical route
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Late developers may run higher STI risk than sexually mature younger teens
Abortion - Study compares women's preference for medical or surgical abortion
Addiction Medicine - Nonprofit alliance says class of '79 fails parenting test for drug education
Allergy Medicine - Pregnancy and maternal atopy may be associated, but it's unclear how
Anesthesia - SNAP index and BIS failed to differentiate the nuances of anesthesia
Assisted Reproduction - Preterm birth a common occurrence in IVF and ICSI cases
Asthma - Earlier use of budesonide lowers asthma-related events in children, study shows
Breast Cancer - Researchers provide details of new studies and findings in the area of breast cancer
Asthma - Study: Fewer children with asthma who used nebulized ICS early were hospitalized
At-Risk Populations - HIV/AIDS, suicide, violence prevention services needed by transgender people
Atherosclerosis - Family propensity to atherosclerosis interacts with metabolic risk factors
Awards - Vaccine researchers receive Discoverers Award from pharmaceutical industry
Birth Defects - Nitrofen associated with birth defects
Breast Biopsy - Sublingual lorazepam reduces fainting risk during upright stereotactic biopsy
Osteoporosis - New findings in the area of osteoporosis detailed
Breast Cancer - Almost half of women with early disease experience depression and anxiety
Breast Cancer - Antigen Express initiates clinical trials in Her-2/neu positive breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Better outcome had with treatment by high-caseload surgeons
Breast Cancer - CYP1B1 and COMT polymorphisms not linked to increased risk
Breast Cancer - Cytotoxic activity of ent-16 beta-17 alpha-dihydroxykaurane on breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Data advance knowledge in breast cancer research
Osteoporosis - Recent findings illuminate research in osteoporosis
Breast Cancer - Goserelin and tamoxifen after chemo benefits younger node-positive patients
Breast Cancer - Her2(V655) genotype may be associated with disease progression in Korean women
Breast Cancer - Hyfrecator is effective treatment for radiation-induced telangiectasia
Breast Cancer - Identification of target genes directly regulated by SRC-3/AIB1 coactivator
Breast Cancer - Inactive human cathepsin D triggered fibroblast invasive growth
Breast Cancer - International breast cancer prevention study launches in U.S., Canada
Osteoporosis - Reports add new data to osteoporosis research
Breast Cancer - KIT and EGFR overexpression correlated with invasive ductal breast cancer
Breast Cancer - New drugs contribute to neoadjuvant treatment of early breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Oral contraceptives may have protective effect
Breast Cancer - Pilot study to begin for new breast cancer blood test
Breast Cancer - Polymorphisms in DNA repair gene XRCC1 may increase genetic susceptibility
Breast Cancer - Polymorphisms in XRCC1 modified polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon-DNA adducts
Osteoporosis - Researchers provide details of new studies and findings in the area of osteoporosis
Breast Cancer - Randomized intervention study conducted on breast cancer survivors in Japan
Breast Cancer - Recommendations for breast cancer core biopsy listed
Breast Cancer - Reproductive risk factors similar in Western countries and Japan
Breast Cancer - Researcher wins Canadian Merck Frosst Prize for work on BRCA1 gene
Breast Cancer - Stroke risk higher in women with history of breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Study findings emphasize importance of early detection
Breast Cancer - The 3020insC allele of NOD2 associated with early-onset breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Vinorelbine, epirubicin, 5-FU combo is manageable first-line chemotherapy
Breast Cancer - beta-Catenin signaling in basal mammary epithelial cells leads to hyperplasia
Breast Cancer Treatment - Cisplatin plus oral etoposide combination chemotherapy endorsed
Breast Cancer Treatment - Doxycycline enhanced tumor regression activity of cyclophosphamide
Breast Cancer Treatment - Radiotherapy for primary breast cancer increased risk of esophageal cancer
Breast Cancer Treatment - Treatment recommendations for octogenarian women with advanced breast cancer
Breast Implants - Capsular tissue adjacent to silicone breast implants analyzed
Breastfeeding - South African health workers' need training about breastfeeding in HIV context
Business Update - Biopharmaceutical company moves ahead with cost rationalization plan
Business Update - Toshiba named exclusive Internet distributor of ultrasound product line
Cancer Drugs - Novel cytotoxic cyclic peptide, YM-216391, derived from Streptomyces nobilis
Cancer Gene Therapy - FGF20 targeted by beta-catenin and implicated in cancer development
Cancer Genetics - Double-strand break repair gene variants not linked to breast or ovarian cancer
Cancer Genetics - Scientists uncover how BRCA2 regulates DNA repair
Cancer Risk Factors - Gender mix in twins and fetal growth studied; cancer risk assessed
Cancer Support - Internet cancer support groups analyzed through a female perspective
Cancer Therapy - Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor battles metastatic breast cancer cells
Cancer Vaccines - Majority of women accept cervical cancer vaccine for self, children, study shows
Cardiology - Researchers describe findings in cardiology studies
Cardiology - Rhythm-control strategy should be considered for patients with high IRVR
Cardiovascular Diseases - Patients with low ankle-brachial index have increased risk of mortality
Cardiovascular Research - Study investigated CV autonomic control of endurance-trained female athletes
Cardiovascular Risk Factors - Weight is an important factor in vascular aging in mid-life women
Cervical Cancer - Adenocarcinoma in situ factors analyzed in hysterectomy specimens
Cervical Cancer - HPV mRNA can still be detected after 14 days in liquid-based cytology medium
Cervical Cancer - Lymphotoxin-alpha polymorphism and risk of cervical cancer in Japan examined
Cervical Cancer - Recent findings in cervical cancer provide new insights
Cervical Cancer - Strong proapoptotic protein expression a marker of poor radiotherapy outcome
Chlamydia Trachomatis - Nucleic acid amplified tests useful tools for diagnosis and screening
Clinical Trials - Factors associated with minority women's enrollment in HIV trials identified
Cognitive Function - Attentional and memory biases compared in women with social phobia, depression
Colon Cancer - Report: At-risk women still not heeding real threat of colon cancer
Colorectal Cancer - African American women urged to heed screening guidelines
Complementary & Alternative Medicine - New products based on traditional Native American natural products announced
Complementary & Alternative Medicine - Omega-3 fish oil infused with plant phytosterols said to reduce cholesterol
Contraception - Only half of women requesting postpartum sterilization undergo the procedure
Contraception - Protocol involving immediate initiation of DMPA assessed
Contraception - Study finds low awareness of EC among women in a Boston community
Depression - CBSM plus intervention reduces depression scores in women with AIDS
Dermatology - Maternal eczema in pregnancy and high serum IgE levels linked to infant eczema
Diabetes Pathogenesis - Apple-shaped women up to 6 times more likely to develop diabetes, physician says
Diet & Nutrition - Importance of vitamin D for healthy bones emphasized
Diet & Nutrition - Pressure from mom may cause daughters' picky eating
Diet & Nutrition - Raw food vegetarians have low bone mass
Diet & Nutrition - Trinity nutrient-enhanced water products introduced
Domestic Violence - Level of self-criticism influences effects of dependency on PTSD intensity
Drug Development - Cetrorelix development to continue in benign prostate hyperplasia in Japan
Eating Disorders - Does pressure from mom cause picky eating among girls?
Eating Disorders - Eating disorders are often undetected in pregnant women
Eating Disorders - Research in eating disorders provides new insights
Ectopic Pregnancy - Outcomes of cervical pregnancy with/without methotrexate reported
Emergency Contraception - Latin American and Caribbean countries slow to accept EC
Endocrinology - New data illuminates research in endocrinology
Endocrinology - Plasma ghrelin levels increase during year-long exercise program
Endocrinology - Plasma oxytocin plays role in normal sexual function in women
Endocrinology - Putative tumor suppressor DMBT1 is estrogen-regulated in uterus
Endocrinology - Technique described for extracting estrogens from urine of pregnant women
Endocrinology - Uterine movement affects endometrium-related physiology and pathology
Endometrial Cancer - Endometrial cancer in African-American women is more aggressive, studies show
Epidemiology - First survey conducted of STIs in Mongolian pregnant women
Epidemiology - Prevalence, types of HPV infection determined in rural women in southern India
Epilepsy - Data advance knowledge in epilepsy research
Female Sexual Dysfunction - Outcome measurement in female sexual dysfunction trials reviewed
Finance - Minimally invasive ophthalmic products provider announces financial results
Fitness and Wellness - Fitness council suggest low-fat diet, exercise program for shaping up
Fitness and Wellness - P.M. lipid infusion fails to change insulin sensitivity after A.M. exercise
Gastric Cancer - EPHA2/EFNA1 expressed in human gastric cancer
Gene Research - BRCA2 knock-down exposes its potential to control alternate mechanisms
Gonorrhea - New findings in the area of gonorrhea described
Gynecologic Surgery - Clonidine assessed as preoperative sedative for abdominal hysterectomy
Gynecology - Estrogen metabolism genes shape endometrial cancer susceptibility
HIV/AIDS Vaccines - Studies advance knowledge in HIV/AIDS vaccines research
Health Insurance - Underestimation of low-income working women's coverage needs is common
Health Promotion - Health resource center and Bed Bath & Beyond promote women's health
Hematology - Cryopreserved umbilical cord blood yields mesenchymal stem cells
Hormone Replacement Therapy - Estradiol affects blood pressure response to orthostasis in healthy older women
Hormone Replacement Therapy - Research in hormone replacement therapy provides new insights
Human Genome - U.S.-India research team completes analysis of X chromosome
Human Papillomavirus - PreTect HPV-Proofer for HPV E6/E7 mRNA detection gets thumbs up
Hypercholesterolemia - Take heart, it's all good news
Hypertension - AHA makes recommendations on blood pressure measurements
Hypertension - Waist circumference accounts for various factors' link to blood pressure
Imaging - Swedish hospitals in Kalmar, Oskarshamn, Vostervik to get mammography systems
Immunology - Cytokines and types of inflammatory cells expressed differently in HPV and HIV
Immunology - T-cell subsets not associated with mortality in older community-dwelling women
Infertility - A body mass index that's too high or too low can affect ovulation
Information Technology - Children's hospital uses predictive analytics to differentiate brain tumor types
Information Technology - Software suite for obstetrical labor and delivery risk management launched
Intimate Partner Violence - Expressive writing may help reduce depression in survivors
Intimate Partner Violence - Impaired memory of drug-abusing couples causes disputes about IPV instances
Lactose Intolerance - Fast-acting dietary supplement for lactose intolerance launched
Low Birth Weight - Preterm baby hospital charges estimated at $7.4 billion annually
Marketing - Survey solutions provider highlights RapidIntercept offering at meeting
Melanoma - Chromosome locus identified as possible bearer of genes key to tumorigenesis
Mental Health - Behavioral healthcare company educates public about coping with school violence
Mergers & Acquisitions - Companies merge to offer breast and facial aesthetics products
Metabolism - Menstrual cycle factors don't affect meal fatty acid disposal
Metastasis - SHP-2 promoted migration and metastasis of cancer cells
Neurodevelopment - Maternal poly I:C exposure during pregnancy may increase fetal disorder risk
Neuroendocrinology - New research in the area of neuroendocrinology detailed
Obesity Genomics and Genetics - Researchers' data advance obesity genomics and genetics research
Obstetrics - ANGII receptors may be involved in IUGR response to low sodium levels
Obstetrics - Antibiotics for BV, Trichomonas don't prevent preterm birth in high-risk women
Obstetrics - Bacteria in fetal membranes don't necessarily cause preterm labor
Obstetrics - Experiences of women hospitalized for high-risk pregnancy analyzed
Obstetrics - Motor nerve conduction studies aid early assessment of obstetrical plexopathy
Obstetrics - Prenatal care access a problem for many U.S. immigrants
Obstetrics - Research add new data to obstetrics body of knowledge
Obstetrics - Researchers investigate placental transporter systems in diabetic pregnancies
Oncology - Metastatic breast cancer cells need intranuclear Runx2 for osteolysis
Oral Health - Dentist alerts her female patients to link between oral and overall health
Osteoporosis - Anabolic therapeutic agent approved in U.S., Europe
Osteoporosis - Calcium intake crucial to benefits of osteoporosis drugs
Osteoporosis - Dentists can detect signs of bone loss on panoramic radiographs
Osteoporosis - Follow-up treatment for osteoporosis after fracture is lacking
Osteoporosis - Gene linked to bone mineral density discovered
Osteoporosis - New data illuminates research in osteoporosis
Osteoporosis - Pathogenic role of estrogen receptor gene polymorphisms explored
Osteoporosis - Plantar vibration improves leg fluid flow in perimenopausal women
Osteoporosis - Study estimates requirements for DXA for disease management in Europe
Osteoporosis - Survey shows misunderstanding about importance of vitamin D to bone health
Osteoporosis - Unloading has greater effect than estrogen on trabecular bone in women
Ovarian Cancer - Cell surface carbohydrates involved in biological properties of cancer cells
Ovarian Cancer - Company initiates phase III trial of XYOTAX in ovarian cancer
Ovarian Cancer - Protective effects of anovulation factors persist from pre- to postmenopause
Ovarian Cancer - Researchers evaluating investigational therapy for ovarian cancer
Personnel - Diagnostics company names special advisor for molecular pathology
Personnel - Sherree Lucas named vice president of marketing by medical device company
Photodynamic Therapy - Researchers find new treatment for Bowen disease of the nipple
Physiology - Forearm blood flow increases in response to stress in genotype-specific women
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - Study finds orlistat and metformin equally effective for treatment of PCOS
Preeclampsia - Foundation announces inaugural walk-a-thon fundraiser
Quality Assurance - In rural China, most ob/gyn workers don't wash hands or use gloves
Recurrent Spontaneous Abortion - Lack of appropriate NK cell inhibitory receptors found in some cases
Reproductive Immunology - T regulatory cells important in maternal tolerance to allogeneic fetus
Schistosomiasis - Researchers detail new studies and findings in the area of schistosomiasis
Sexual & Reproductive Health - Late developers may have more infection risk than sexually mature younger teens
Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Adverse health burden related to sexual behavior in U.S. reported
Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Intervention to promote female condom to STD clinic patients described
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Composite symptom constructs improve STI-detecting specificity
Sleep Disorders - Health organizations say insomnia is a public health issue
Smoking - Increased levels of metallothionein found in the placenta of smokers
Stem Cell Research - Mechanisms controlling primordial germ cell proliferation in females explored
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Antibody-induced IL-2 deficiency could cause autoantibody production in lupus
Tobacco Use - Increased levels of metallothionein found in placenta of smokers
Tobacco Use - Smokers believe medicinal nicotine products may be harmful, study shows
Trichomoniasis - Immunochromatographic assay should improve detection in resource-poor areas
Tumors - HER-2/neu overexpression drives tumor proliferation but not vascularization
Urinary Incontinence - Study compares effectiveness of pelvic floor exercises vs. "toilet techniques"
Uterine Leiomyoma - Protective effects of progesterone receptor modulator CDB-2914 described
Vascular Disease - Study suggests pathway may be involved in uterine artery intimal hyperplasia
Venous Aneurysm - Correlation found between occurrence and female sex, high BMI in males
Violence - Links between women's health, victimization, and social connections studied
Wound Repair - Ex vivo gene therapy heals fractures in osteoporotic animals
Yeast Infections - Urine helps infectious yeast stick
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