Health News Archives
Bone/Joint/Tendon Problems
Young Gymnasts Facing Broad Range of New Injuries
MRI scans show knuckle, wrist and bone damage that could develop into early osteoarthritis
New Scan Spots Beginning of Bone Problems in Anorexics
Structural abnormalities start early, researchers report
Active Young Women Need Calcium, Vitamin D
The supplements can help prevent stress fractures, experts say
Alcohol Abuse Can Damage Bones
It interferes with bone metabolism and bone mass maintenance, study finds
Falls Are Leading Cause of Injury to Seniors
But orthopedists say a home safety review could cut odds of fractures in those over 65
Consumer Group Seeks FDA Ban on Avandia
Public Citizen cites liver failure deaths, other risks of adverse events for diabetes drug
New Drug May Strengthen Women’s Bones
In study, denosumab outperformed a standard
osteoporosis therapy
Osteoporosis Meds Linked to Heart Problem
Bisphosphonates may up rate of serious atrial fibrillation, review finds
Heart Failure Raises Risk of Fractures
Researchers say finding calls for better osteoporosis screening, treatment in these patients
Vitamin K Doesn’t Slow Bone Loss
But high doses may protect against fractures, cancer, study suggests
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