McBaine Sniffs out Ovarian Cancer
PHILADELPHIA. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Ovarian cancer is called the silent killer because by the time most women get diagnosed, it’s too late. Most women mistake the symptoms for constipation. But now, dogs are sticking their nose in the middle of a groundbreaking study, and it could be the key to an early diagnosis. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
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SculpSure Fat Melter --Doctor's In-depth Interview
Dennis Dass, M.D., Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery talks about a new procedure for fat reduction. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - March 1, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Lemtrada to Treat Multiple Sclerosis
PITTSBURGH. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- About 400,000 Americans are living with multiple sclerosis. Ten thousand new cases are diagnosed every year. MS is a disease of the central nervous system. Among other things, it can cause pain and fatigue, and problems with vision and movement. Those symptoms can get progressively worse. A newly-approved therapy that may help some patients put the brakes on the disease. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
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Cryoablation for Amputees
ATLANTA. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Cryoablation therapy has long been used to treat pain in cancer patients. But now, a doctor at Emory University is trying it out on other types of nerve pain, and what he’s finding could bring pain relief to millions of amputees suffering from phantom limb pain. We take a look at one of the first patients to try this experimental procedure. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
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Urolift Fixes Enlarged Prostate
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Getting the diagnosis of an enlarged prostate has often meant life won’t ever be the same and certainly not as enjoyable. But thanks to a new FDA-approved procedure, the prognosis can be a lot brighter. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
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SLIT Therapy for Seasonal Allergies
PITTSBURGH. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Itchy, watery eyes, runny nose and lots of congestion. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you know the feeling all too well. Allergy sufferers can take over-the-counter medication or have a series of shots, but a new therapy may be easier on patients and may eliminate symptoms once and for all. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - February 29, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The New Face of Varicose Veins
CHICAGO. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- More than 40-million people in the U.S. have varicose veins. And contrary to popular belief, it’s not just your grandma’s problem. The swollen, twisted veins can strike anyone at any age and, it can lead to serious medical issues. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - February 24, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Pinhole Treatment for Receding Gums
LOS ANGELES. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- For one out of 10 people who wore braces, the end result isn’t a perfect smile. That’s because they develop receding gums. Treatment typically involves expensive and painful grafting, but there’s a new treatment that has no scalpel, no stitches, and very little recovery time. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
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Concussions and Young Athletes: New CON-TEX Study
DALLAS. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports 3.8 million sports concussions a year, not just in football, but in all sports, among all ages. The pros get a lot of attention, but what is the best treatment for young athletes? Researchers are working now to answer that question. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
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Fighting Facial Fat
BALTIMORE. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- As we age, the shape of our face changes. For some, the cheeks may become thinner, and pockets of fat may develop near the neck just under the chin. Now, a newly-approved procedure may be a huge help to some who are fighting facial fat. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
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Inspirational Athlete
PLANO, Texas. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Recovering from heart or lung surgery takes strength and a great attitude, both of which are tough to muster after an operation. That’s where a woman training for the Olympics is a huge help in one rehab facility.. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - February 22, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Blocking Heart Disease: Drug the Bugs!
CLEVELAND. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the U.S. It accounts for one in four deaths. Scientists are searching for ways to save hearts — and lives, and the newest research has them focusing on the gut. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - February 22, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Black Girls Code
SAN FRANCISCO. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Science, technology, engineering and mathematics — they are known as the stem fields, and they are looking for women, especially minority women, to fill positions. The problem is there aren’t enough qualified females to fill the jobs. That’s where Kimberly Bryant steps in. Her mission is to change the way black girls think about science, and open up their minds to a whole new way of life. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - February 17, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Eye Cancer: Microsurgery
LOS ANGELES. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Michelle Martin’s tumor was tiny, about the size of half of a pea, but it was in the back of her eye. She had a cancer called ocular melanoma. Now, cutting-edge instruments are making all the difference in diagnosis and treatment. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - February 17, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Young Politician: Inspired to Run
PITTSBURGH, Pa (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Women make up 51 percent of America’s population, but across the country, fewer than 25 percent of the state legislative seats are held by women. On the national level, in congress, that number drops to less than 18 percent. There’s an effort underway to train younger women how to overcome the challenges of a political campaign. (Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com)
Source: Medical Headlines From Ivanhoe.com - February 17, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
