ABDOMINAL ANEURYSM SCREENING
There are new important health recommendations out tonight for anyone who has a history of smoking and is older. The latest guidelines say these individuals are at high risk for a deadly ruptured blood vessel in the abdomen.
It’s estimated more... (Read more about ABDOMINAL ANEURYSM SCREENING) |
ADHD CHILDREN & IRON DEFICIENCY
At first glance, Sean looks like your typical 12 year old, mesmerized by his video games. But, Sean’s mom, Susan, tells us she knew from when he was just 5 years old, he was different. “He was very unsettled and had problems sitting still in the... (Read more about ADHD CHILDREN & IRON DEFICIENCY) |
AHA: COFFEE, DEPRESSION, AND CARDIOVASCULAR RISK
The cholesterol-lowering drug lipitor slowed down mental decline and improved depressive symptoms in people with Alzheimer’s disease, according to a small study reported at the American Heart Association’s annual meeting. (Read more about AHA: COFFEE, DEPRESSION, AND CARDIOVASCULAR RISK) |
Anal Fissures
Fissures account for the most common type of painful rectal disease after hemorrhoids. These fissures are small, painful tears in the walls of the anus which are often treated by anti-inflammatory creams. (Read more about Anal Fissures) |
Artherectomy
Artherectomy is a procedure for opening a coronary artery blocked by plaque, the buildup of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the inner lining of the artery. (Read more about Artherectomy) |
Artherolsclerosis
Arteriosclerosis is the build-up of deposits called plaque in inner lying of an artery. Plaque is made of fatty substances, cholesterol, cellular waste products, calcium, and fibrin, which is a clotting material in the blood. (Read more about Artherolsclerosis) |
Artificial Blood
The first modern based blood-transfusion was attempted in 18h century France when an anemic boy received blood from a lamb. The boy died because then nothing was known of blood groups or blood compatibility. However, blood grouping and typing did... (Read more about Artificial Blood) |
BLACKS AND HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICINE
Are you on the right medicine to control your blood pressure?
A new study on Black Americans shows some medicines work, and some don’t for this subset of hypertensive patients. (Read more about BLACKS AND HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICINE) |
Balloon Angioplasty
Balloon Angioplasty is an interventional cardiology procedure that is used to open a partially blocked coronary artery. The procedure is done on the local anesthetic. (Read more about Balloon Angioplasty) |
CAROTID STENT PROCEDURE
“The episode was a sense of numbness on the left hand side of my body,” recalls Donald Taylor.
As a physician, Donald Taylor knew that the numbness was an alarm sounding. He immediately went to the hospital. (Read more about CAROTID STENT PROCEDURE) |
CELEBREX HEART DANGER
THERE IS A WARNING TONIGHT CONCERNING THE POPULAR PAIN KILLING DRUG CELEBREX.
PFIZER, THE COMPANY THAT MAKES CELEBREX, HAS ANNOUNCED A GOVERNMENT-SPONSORED CANCER-PREVENTION TRIAL OF CELEBREX WAS HALTED AFTER PATIENTS TAKING IT HAD MORE THAN... (Read more about CELEBREX HEART DANGER) |
CHOLESTEROL TREATMENT REVELATION
If you are on a cholesterol lowering medicine, there is important new information just released. New research shows that along with checking your cholesterol levels, you should be following a blood test detecting inflammation in your body.... (Read more about CHOLESTEROL TREATMENT REVELATION) |
CLINTON SURGERY
Former president Bill Clinton continues to improve following a successful quadruple heart bypass operation on Monday to relieve clogged heart arteries. Bill Clinton’s heart surgery was just a routine surgery that went smoothly and now, he has... (Read more about CLINTON SURGERY) |
CLOTTING PROTEINS AND PREGNANCY
Researchers at Yale University have identified proteins in the blood that play a significant role in miscarriages, preterm delivery, and other common problems in pregnancy.
This has to do with low levels of clotting proteins called protein z and... (Read more about CLOTTING PROTEINS AND PREGNANCY) |
COMPRESSION STOCKINGS
There is important new information tonight for those who have had a blood clot in the leg. New findings show that compression stockings can prevent serious complications of these blood clots, although they are not used by many patients. This... (Read more about COMPRESSION STOCKINGS) |
CORD BLOOD CELLS
Mitchell Forslind appeared to be a healthy two year old. But his mom Fran noticed something odd. He started to walk a little differently, and fell down a lot.
Doctors confirmed Mitchell had a rare, deadly genetic disease called Krabbe’s disease.... (Read more about CORD BLOOD CELLS) |
Cholesterol Cleaner
A treatment approved by the FDA for extremely high levels of cholesterol nearly eight years ago is just now starting to see the light of day because Medicare is approving payment for it. For patients with extremely high levels of bad cholesterol,... (Read more about Cholesterol Cleaner) |
Clot Busters
Once your heart attack is diagnosed, your treatment begins immediately -- possibly right in the ambulance or emergency department. The knowledge gained in the past years regarding acute coronary syndromes and what happens in the artery during a... (Read more about Clot Busters) |
Coronary Bypass Surgery
Coronary Bypass Surgery is the ultimate attempt to reestablish the blood supply to heart’s tissue. The heart must be stopped for this procedure. The problem occurs when one or more of arteries supplying blood to heart become blocked, usually by a... (Read more about Coronary Bypass Surgery) |
Diabetes Retinitis
The space at the front of the eye between the cornea and the iris is filled with a clear fluid known as aqueous humor. The central part of the eye is also filled with a gel-like substance called vitreous humor. (Read more about Diabetes Retinitis) |
FAINTING DIAGNOSIS
Fainting is a common problem. And it can be scary. But is it serious?
In most cases it’s not.
The reasons for fainting range from swooning to the sight of a rock star to serious heart rhythm disturbances. Now Mayo Clinic researchers have shown... (Read more about FAINTING DIAGNOSIS) |
FEMALE HORMONES AND VASCULAR DISEASE
There’s good news and bad news surrounding birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy. While one new study reinforces previous findings that estrogen and progesterone hormones together increase blood clot risk, another shows birth... (Read more about FEMALE HORMONES AND VASCULAR DISEASE) |
GINSENG AND BLOOD THINNER
It’s well known that certain drugs can interact with other drugs, and the result can be a lower or higher drug level in the blood. Supplements are no different. And now a study shows that the popular supplement ginseng has side effects that... (Read more about GINSENG AND BLOOD THINNER) |
HOME BLOOD THINNER TEST SPECIAL REPORT
If you’re on a blood-thinner, it’s likely you’re in and out labs a lot. Now, a new Coumadin patient self testing system can help you save you a lot of time while allowing you to remain on track toward good health. (Read more about HOME BLOOD THINNER TEST SPECIAL REPORT) |
Hemarroids
Hemorrhoids are enlarged or varicose veins which cause itching and pain around the anus and rectum. They are caused by straining when defecating, lifting or natural weakness in the veins of the anus and rectum. (Read more about Hemarroids) |
STROKE AND BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICINE
A new study shows doctors may be overdoing it when treating patients who have just suffered a stroke. The research finds physicians are treating these individuals with blood pressure medications not only when it’s not necessary, but also when... (Read more about STROKE AND BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICINE) |
Stent Angioplasty
Stent angioplasty was first performed in the mid-1980s and was approved by the FDA in the mid-1990s. It is now widely used in the treatment of coronary artery disease. This procedure is done under local anesthetic and the heart does not need to be... (Read more about Stent Angioplasty) |
Stent Danger
There’s new evidence the latest generation of coronary stents--those that are coated with drugs--may in fact be associated with an increased risk of blood clots in the heart arteries they’re designed to keep open.
Coronary stents have been an... (Read more about Stent Danger) |
VARICOSE VEIN UPDATE
One in two Americans over the age of 50 suffers or will suffer from varicose veins--those unsightly rope-like big vessels in the legs—caused by abnormal circulation. But now, a new procedure is providing patients some relief. (Read more about VARICOSE VEIN UPDATE) |
VARICOSE VEIN UPDATE
One in two Americans over the age of 50 suffers or will suffer from varicose veins--those unsightly rope-like big vessels in the legs caused by abnormal circulation. But now, a new procedure is providing patients some relief. (Read more about VARICOSE VEIN UPDATE) |
Your First Visit
By Tauseef Ahmed, MD, FACP
Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Oncology / Hematology at New York Medical College
Your tests have come back. The news is not good and your doctor refers you to a specialist. Oncologist,... (Read more about Your First Visit) |
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