Diabetes Drug Metformin Linked to Lower Lung Cancer Rate in
Mice
(HealthDay)
HealthDay - WEDNESDAY, Sept. 1 (HealthDay News) -- A drug widely used to
treat high blood sugar in type 2 diabetics may hold some promise in the
prevention of tobacco-induced lung cancer, according to extremely
preliminary findings in a mouse study.
Diabetes drug may keep lung cancer at bay
(Reuters)
 Reuters - The common diabetes drug metformin may hold promise as a way to keep smokers from developing lung cancer, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday.
Even After Leaving Abuser, Moms' Mental Health Declines
(HealthDay)
HealthDay - WEDNESDAY, Sept. 1 (HealthDay News) -- Even after escaping a violent or
controlling relationship, a mother's mental health may continue to
decline, a new study finds.
Questions loom over drug given to sleepless vets
(AP)
 AP - Andrew White returned from a nine-month tour in Iraq beset with signs of post-traumatic stress disorder: insomnia, nightmares, constant restlessness. Doctors tried to ease his symptoms using three psychiatric drugs, including a potent anti-psychotic called Seroquel.
Global cash support to fight AIDS is falling: UN
(AFP)
 AFP - The chief of the UNAIDS agency said Thursday that global contributions to fighting the disease are dropping off for the first time in 15 years amid tough economic times.
Air Force: Sergeant may have exposed others to HIV
(AP)
AP - The military has arrested an Air Force sergeant and accused him of having unprotected sex with partners he met at "swinger" parties in central Kansas even though he knew he was HIV positive, according to a military affidavit.
Potential Cause of Asthma-Like Symptoms Spotted in Mice
(HealthDay)
HealthDay - SUNDAY, Aug. 29 (HealthDay News) -- A possible genetic basis for severe
asthma has been identified by researchers, and although the findings are
based on a study in mice, the discovery may someday help people.
Are allergies associated with heart disease?
(Reuters)
Reuters - Common allergies that bring on wheezing, sneezing and watery eyes could be next to join the list of factors linked to heart disease, suggests a large new study.
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