Video games help kids cope with cancer, other illnesses 
TODAYonline - 5 minutes ago
People arrive at the Los Angeles Convention Center for the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in May 2006. A growing number of “serious” video games can not only be used for entertainment but also to help patients cope with cancer, pain and asthma.Save to My Web

Police say Owens accidentally overdosed 
AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 28 8:57 PM
Police closed the Terrell Owens case Thursday, calling it nothing more than an “accidental overdose.” The 911 call that started it all was released, too, revealing little beyond what was already known: that T.O. swallowed “too many pills.”Save to My Web

Cephalon’s Fentora cancer pain drug OK’d 
bizjournals.com via Yahoo! Finance - Sep 26 7:36 AM
The Food and Drug Administration voted Monday night to approve Cephalon Inc.’s experimental cancer pain treatment drug called Fentora.Save to My Web

Roll your muscles away from harm 
Salem Statesman Journal - 17 minutes ago
Question: I see foam rollers in the gym and have no idea what they are for. Should I use them? Answer: Don’t those foam rollers look funny? As silly as they might look, they are ingenious and wonderful mechanisms to help your body achieve proper balance.Save to My Web

Brunell Probable, Springs Is Out 
Washington Post - Sep 28 7:54 PM
The Redskins expect Mark Brunell to play against the Jaguars on Sunday, although Shawn Springs will miss the game and probably the next one in Giants Stadium.Save to My Web

Key Function Of Nervous System Enzyme Found; Impact On Drug Development Against Alzheimer’s 
Science Daily - Sep 29 9:00 AM
Ever since scientists first elucidated the molecular mechanisms underlying the pathology and loss of nerve cells in Alzheimer’s disease, drug companies have been working to develop drugs which will inhibit the outbreak of this severe form of dementia. Now researchers in Munich and Berlin (Germany) have discovered that an enyzme which has a central causal role in Alzheimer’s disease happens also Save to My Web

Foods for healing
WTNH.com - To fight off arthritis she recommends staying away from what she calls nightshades; tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant, chilies and peppers of all kinds. “They have an acidic component to it. That inflames the joints so if you continue eating these you will

Can what you eat help prevent cancer?
MSNBC - NHL risk seems to increase with disturbances to the immune system, including HIV/AIDS, autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, and immune-suppressing medication. Celiac disease, a disorder involving an immune reaction to the gluten in wheat

Imatinib May Be Useful as Rheumatoid Arthritis Therapy
Medscape News - NEW YORK (Reuters Health) Sept 29 - Treatment with imatinib (Gleevec), a tyrosine kinase inhibitor used for certain leukemias and gastrointestinal stromal tumors, may be an effective therapy for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other inflammatory

Managing the Impact of Pain
KLTV - In fact, cherries, which are high in anti-inflammatory anthocyanins, plant-based chemicals that give the fruit its dark red color, have been linked anecdotally to reduction of pain in arthritis and gout, with animals studies showing it

Eliminating deadly leukemias
Press Trust - The book also describes many healthy tips for those struggling with multiple sclerosis, asthma, gout, ulcers, autoimmune disorders, menopausal problems, osteoporosis, migraines, hepatitis, diabetes, Crohn’s Disease, ADD, irritable bowel, arthritis

Health Tip: Be Careful About Herbal Supplements
KHNL News 8 - (HealthDay News) — The makers of herbal supplements say they can treat or prevent a host of conditions and symptoms, including arthritis, headaches and colds. But you should do your homework when selecting herbal supplements for what ails you, the

Risk Factors Linked To Pain After Breast Cancer Surgery 
Science Daily - Sep 25 5:59 AM
A woman’s young age, extensive surgery and whether she suffered severe, post-operative pain are risk factors for developing chronic pain after breast cancer surgery, a University of Rochester study found.Save to My Web

Terrell Owens reportedly tries suicide 
AP via Yahoo! News - Sep 27 7:13 AM
Dallas Cowboys receiver Terrell Owens tried to kill himself by overdosing on pain medication, police said, even putting two more pills into his mouth after a friend intervened.Save to My Web

Too few calories key in leg pain for girl athletes, research suggests 
Helena Independent Record - Sep 26 12:31 AM
ST. LOUIS Women athletes watching their waistlines could be more susceptible to leg pain and stress fractures, according to a small study.Save to My Web

Owens circus act takes odd new twist 
Orange County Register - Sep 28 3:02 AM
The Cowboys receiver says he had an allergic reaction to pain pills but didn’t attempt suicide.Save to My Web

NFL star Terrell Owens reportedly tries to commit suicide 
The Town Talk - Sep 27 11:01 AM
DALLAS (AP) — Dallas Cowboys receiver Terrell Owens tried to kill himself by overdosing on pain medication, even putting two more pills into his mouth after a friend intervened, according to a police report obtained today.Save to My Web

The Search for Life in Yet Another Ghost Brand 
New York Times - Sep 27 11:40 PM
Owners of many forlorn brands are selling or licensing them in the hopes of reviving them through advertising, price promotions and public relations.Save to My Web

Hospira Signs Agreement to Provide Pain Management Infusion Pumps to Premier-Member Hospitals 
RedNova - Sep 26 10:09 AM
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Sept. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCSave to My Web

Narrative from Dallas police report
San Jose Mercury News,  USA - 1 hour ago… 09/26/06 at approximately 7:51 pm, RO/S were dispatched on a call by Dallas Fire and Rescue regarding comp attempting suicide by prescription pain medication. …

Oklahoma State Health Department investigates Lawton nursing home
KSWO, OK - Sep 25, 2006… health and safety a priority after two residents were found to have bedsores the size of nickels and others complained of not getting their pain medication. …

On TRACK: Allows Readers and Authors to Go One Step Further
Annals of Family Medicine - Sep 26, 2006… well being, (b) skills for treating depression beyond prescribing medication, (c) ability … A Nigerian psychiatrist notes, “Chronic pain frequently occurs in the …

Breaking News:Police say Terrell Owens tried to kill himself
One Bakersfield, CA - 5 hours agoThe report also says that the worker found the bottle of prescription pain medication empty. Owens broke his hand during a game on September 17th. …

Acupuncture looks effective for lower back pain
HealthandAge.com - Sep 20, 2006… At 24 months, the acupuncture group was more likely to report reduced worry about their pain, used less pain medication, and were more likely to report no …

Louisville’s Michael Bush says no decision yet
Rivals.com (subscription), TN - 1 hour ago… Bush, who says he no longer has pain in the surgically repaired leg or has to take pain medication, is currently on crutches but said he could be walking again …

Hospira Announces New Contract With HealthTrust to Provide Pain …
International News Service, Australia - Sep 7, 2006… medication and dose programming errors, while allowing hospital patients the flexibility to control the delivery of their pain medication, within specified …

Intense exercisers need time off
Delaware Online - But don’t wait until you feel pain or weakness to rest, said William Roberts, associate professor in the Division of Sports Medicine at the University of Minnesota. But do “rest more if you have symptoms.”

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
WHO-TV - News) — Researchers are trying to determine why the bacterial ear infection called acute otitis media causes pain, fluid Michael Pichichero, professor of microbiology, immunology, pediatrics, and medicine, said in a prepared statement. “We expect to

Cephalon’s Fentora cancer pain drug OK’d
MSN MoneyCentral - Fentora is expected to be Cephalon’s replacement for Actiq, its cancer pain medicine formulated as a lozenge attached to a stick, which generated sales of $411.8 million for the company last year. Barr Laboratories is preparing to launch a generic

Health Tip: Soothe the Itch of Hives
WCAX - The National Library of Medicine offers these tips on how to reduce discomfort while waiting for hives to heal: An over-the help your skin feel cooler, less irritated, and reduce some itching. Place a cool compress over your skin to soothe pain

State’s Execution Method Goes On Trial In San Jose
NBC 11 - patients,” Concannon said. “I felt that the combination used in the manner in which they are given can lead to pain and of euthanasia including blows to the head and carbon monoxide poisoning are considered acceptable in veterinary medicine in

Briefs | Duquesne’s Ashaolu has bullet fragment removed
Seattle Times - Study examines diets, injury rates: Women athletes watching their waistlines could be more susceptible to leg pain and Mark Reinking, a physical-therapy expert, was published in this month’s American Journal of Sports Medicine. The study found

The Arthritis Foundation Announces ‘Let’s Talk RA’ Campaign to …
Yahoo! News (press release) - Sep 13, 200613 /PRNewswire/ — The Arthritis Foundation announces the launch of “Let’s Talk RA,” a national education and awareness campaign designed to improve …

Cancer Drug Gleevec May Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis
Forbes - Sep 14, 2006… drug Gleevec, used to beat back leukemia and certain types of stomach tumors, also shows promise against autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. …

Agel FLX, The New Gel Supplement For Arthritis And Joint Pain …
24-7PressRelease.com (press release) - Sep 19, 2006According to J. Todd Nilson, MD, “While many are predisposed to arthritis, many more suffer damage to joints due to misuse or accident. …

Cyclists Raising Millions for Arthritis
KSBY, CA - Sep 13, 2006Over 200 cyclists are riding in the sixth annual Amgen California Coast Classic Bicycle Tour to raise money for The Arthritis Foundation. …

Cold season aggravates pet arthritis
News 14 Charlotte, NC - Sep 22, 2006As the weather begins to turn chilly, pet arthritis symptoms can appear or worsen. Pet … Arthritis can affect both dogs and cats. Arthritis …

Arthritis Drugs - Is the Cure Worse Than the Disease?
Market-Day.net, AZ - Sep 18, 2006by Wendy Owen. Research is always ongoing into new and better medications for arthritis which is a very good thing. But where is all this leading us? …

Concord man is chairman of Arthritis Walk
Concord Journal, MA - Aug 30, 2006… Unfortunately, since being diagnosed with arthritis at a young age, he often struggles to perform the basic maintenance his house requires. …

Prescription Drug Deaths on the Rise
KPLC-TV, LA - Sep 20, 2006… So, if you have people that are on pain medication and you find them in that unconcious stuper with that loud snoring, you need to get them to the hospital …

Natural pain relief offers new medicinal options for chronic pain …
The Open Press (press release) - Sep 13, 2006Research from the American Pain Foundation shows that only 14 percent of chronic pain sufferers are satisfied with their pain medication, and more than 77 …

Johnson & Johnson Chirate Spinal Disc Under Fire
OpEdNews, PA - Sep 10, 2006… FDA guidelines, before disc surgery, individuals must have undergone at least 6 months of treatment, such as physical therapy, pain medication, or wearing a …

Man gets life sentence for crash that killed Affton fire chief
St. Louis Post-Dispatch,  United States - Sep 22, 2006… On March 10 of last year, Simmons stole pain medication and other items from a Walgreen s at Gravois and Sappington Roads. Four …

Corvallis woman rescued after days in woods
Corvallis Gazette Times, OR - Sep 22, 2006… As they waited for the path to be cleared, paramedics administered fluids and pain medication, and Zessin and others kept her talking and made sure she was …

Zimbabwe: HIV/Aids - Better Avoid Infection
AllAfrica.com, Washington - 2 hours ago… Three types of medication are used, in combinations of at least three, using … may cause anaemia, liver disease or lactic acidosis (uncontrollable pain in the …

The Arthritis Foundation Announces ‘Let’s Talk RA’ Campaign to …
PharmaLive.com (press release), PA - Sep 13, 2006ATLANTA, September 13, 2006 /PRNewswire/ — The Arthritis Foundation announces the launch of “Let’s Talk RA,” a national education and awareness campaign …

Fetal DNA turns off arthritis
The Australian, Australia - Sep 1, 2006WHEN Denise Swanson developed rheumatoid arthritis nearly three decades ago, it was like a sudden storm of pain, swelling and fatigue. …

AquaSonix Therapy Now at Baycrest Center
Market Wire (press release) - 2 hours agoIRVINE, CA — (MARKET WIRE) — September 25, 2006 — Patients suffering from arthritis, fibromyalgia, back or muscle pain are finding relief in the therapy …

Giants’ Benitez still out due to arthritis
Rotoworld.com - Sep 10, 2006Armando Benitez isn’t sure when he will be able to return to the mound. Benitez hasn’t been able to do anything due to chronic arthritis in his right knee. …

Support group eases pain of arthritis patients
Gulf News, United Arab Emirates - Sep 6, 2006By Daniel Bardsley, Staff Reporter. Dubai: Arthritis patients have welcomed a series of gatherings that lets them share tips on coping with their condition. …

Pet Pause: Animal arthritis common
The Daily Advertiser, LA - Sep 14, 2006… You bet they do. One significant and very common problem in pets is degenerative joint disease, known commonly as arthritis. Pets …

The Arthritis Foundation Announces ‘Let’s Talk RA’ Campaign to …
Yahoo! News (press release) - Sep 13, 200613 /PRNewswire/ — The Arthritis Foundation announces the launch of “Let’s Talk RA,” a national education and awareness campaign designed to improve …

Humor therapy
News 10 Now - After this dose of medicine, she’s feeling much better. Grana said, “I thought it was for kids, but i guess it’s for all ages Humor therapy helps lower a patient’s blood pressure and it even alleviates pain. Humor therapy actually got its start back

All a-buzz: Stamford beekeeper puts in the stinger
North Adams Transcript - His wife now receives stings for chronic pain as well. Despite stories like these, bee-venom therapy has not worked its way into mainstream treatment. Vosburgh said he believes it is because it is not profitable medicine. “What do you charge a bee for

Fibromyalgia in Children
WTVR-TV - The bright, athletic then 13 year old was sluggish and in pain. She dropped off the basketball team and her grades were They must keep up with their sleep schedule, exercise plan, and medicine. In time they will feel like their old selves. You

Review: `Jackass Number Two’ More Mayhem
Columbian - In segments with titles like “The Fish Hook,” “Beehive Limo” and “Medicine Ball Dodgeball,” the crew puts itself through all many would readily call “Jackass” pointless, it’s message (it might not have a plot, but there is a theme) is that pain is

Vet hospital adds rehab for animals
Santa Cruz Sentinel - Another change in veterinary medicine is the new perspective on animal pain relief. “Twenty years ago, we didn’t send home pain meds after a pet was spayed,” Bannerman said. Now veterinarians are looking for ways to give animals a better quality of

Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer May Increase Disease Risk
WRIC TV - Nancy Keating, an assistant professor of health care policy and medicine at Harvard Medical School, said, “There is evidence that GnRH therapy helps with some pain and may slow the progression of metastatic disease. It is clearly indicated for some

Feds charge N.J. man with Sept. 11 scam
Fresno Bee - Since then, he’s been on medication.” Mastellone was quoted in the Asbury Park Press in April 2003 as saying he was treated for He also told the newspaper that his emotional pain was far worse than his physical pain. U.S. Attorney Michael Garcia said

Pharming to get high: alarming new trend among teens
WNDU - She says, “She got to the point where she would go to the doctor or an emergency room or a dentist and fake pain to get a She says there ought to be a law similar to ones passed for cold medication, no ID, no prescription. “Cold medication? Photo ID.

Mom shares her pain on ‘20/20′
Spartanburg Herald-Journal - Methadone is a legitimate and appropriate medication for chronic pain and addiction, said Mark Parrino, president of the American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence. “It’s not that it should not be used,” he said. “It’s how it should

The Expert :
Cumberland County Sentinel - Massage therapy can be helpful in overuse-injuries, repetitive stress injuries and reducing back and neck pain. Her Your healthcare provider may order further tests, give you a prescription anti-inflammaory medication or give you a steriod

Parents hear about drug use in class
Warren Tribune Chronicle - Under questioning by police and school officials, Altier said she admitted to having a long-running drug problem and admitted to using the pain medication during class. Altier said no criminal charges were filed. The specific drug found in the

Initial charges against local nurse dismissed
Press Republican - is charged with first-degree falsifying business records, a felony, and petit larceny, a misdemeanor, for allegedly taking medication from the hospital and later falsifying records by indicating she had given patients the pain-reliever medication.

Survey: Mental Illness Can Affect Whole Family
Pittsburgh Channel - to believe, but mental illness now affects many millions of Americans, and that includes clinical depression, but the pain When he’s on medication, he’s on his game. “Now I can go fishing and do all the things I love to do — bowl, hang out, be with my