Insidermedicine In 60 - August 31, 2009

(August 31, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From New York - According to research from the Hospital for Special Surgery, a common gene implicated in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and gum disease has been identified. Researchers discovered that when the gene produces less IRF-8 protein, there is an increase in the production of osteoclasts--the cells involved in bone breakdown. This research potentially opens new avenues for treatment of bone-related inflammatory disease.

From Montreal- According to research published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, many preschoolers suffer from high levels of depression and anxiety. In a study of nearly 2000 preschoolers, one in seven mothers noted signs of anxiety or depression in their child, including expressions of fear and anxiety, excessive worrying and difficulty having fun. If you have a preschooler with these symptoms, cognitive therapy and teaching coping strategies may be of benefit.

And finally, from Barcelona - According to research published in the New England Journal of Medicine, when compared to warfarin, a new blood thinner Pradax is both better at reducing stroke and appears to be much safer. In a study of more than 18, 000 patients, researchers found that Pradax lowered stroke risk by 34% when compared to warfarin, and had a lower risk of bleeding complications. These findings may have important implications for patients with irregular heart rhythms.

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Science & Technology

Tags:

• Gum disease
• oteoporosis
• arhritis
• anxiety
• depression
• childhood development
• atrial fibrillations
• pradax
• stroke
• bleeding
• warfarin
• blood thinner

[MrSymposier]

Very interesting research about osteoclasts, this cells help controlling the amount of bone tissue in our bones. I think that this new discoveries will help finding new treatments and alternative methods to treat arthritis, osteoporosis and other diseases.