Disease Information - January 8, 2009

Blood Test For Ovarian Cancer Shows Potential

May 11, 2005 - Topics blood, ovarian cancer, cancer, medicine and study
Researchers have developed a news blood test that is able to detect ovarian cancer at its very early stages when the disease is more treatable and curable.

Ovarian cancer is often not diagnosed until it is in it's advanced stages and difficult to treat

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Some Doctors Are Still Putting Women At Risk For Cervical Cancer

May 9, 2005 - Topics cervical cancer, cancer, women, disease and sex
A new government study shows that doctors are still not recommending routine Pap tests for patients.

Such an oversight puts women at risk for cervical cancer

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Study Shows Garlic May Improve Male Sexual Performance

May 9, 2005 - Topics male, study, sex, heart disease and disease
Scientists reveal that garlic can improve men's performance in the bedroom, adding to its ability to prevent heart disease and uses to fight cancer and the MRSA superbug, a drug resistant infection.

According to scientific discovery, garlic widens arteries subsequently improving blood flow to the groin. It is also known to boost creation of nitric oxide, a chemical involved in triggering erections

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Indian Capital Is Under Attack Of Bacterial Meningitis, 15 Killed

May 8, 2005 - Topics meningitis, men, medicine, infection and fever
A new type of bacterial meningitis is reigning supreme and has killed at least 15 people and probably infected over a 100 in Indian capital New Delhi, according to reports published in Indian media.

According to the statement issued by Indian government, new cases of Menigococcal disease had been reported in New Delhi. But at the same time, the government assured that there was no need for panic as "the disease could be treated with antibiotics and there was enough stock of medicine

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Baked Fish For Better Heart

May 4, 2005 - Topics fish, disease, diet, heart disease and study
A recent study has revealed fish that's broiled or baked helps people protect themselves against heart ailments. The study was conducted by scientists at the American Heart Association.

Fried fishe contain only lesser amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, reported AP, quoting the study. Omega-3 fatty acids are a kind of "healthy" fat responsible for enhancing cholesterol and other cardiac risk factors

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