University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas

Brain irradiation in lung cancer

A national Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG) study led by a Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center physician at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee has found that a course of radiation therapy to the brain after treatment for locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer reduced the risk of metastases to the brain within the first year after treatment.

The Material Safety Data Sheet is crucial in examining the effects of denture adhesive and zinc in older patients

March 2, 2009 by Eugene Jacquescoley

Zinc is an essential element for a healthy body. Zinc is involved in numerous aspects of cellular metabolism (National Institute of Health). According to Food and Nutrition Board, zinc is also essential in for proper taste and smell. The recommended daily allowance for adult males is 11mg and 8mg for female adults. Adults are above the age 19 y.o.

Ethnic differences found for fatty liver disease and insulin resistance

A new study suggests that the metabolic response to obesity and insulin resistance, particularly as it pertains to the liver, differs among ethnic groups in the U.S. African-Americans are more resistant to the buildup of fat in the abdominal adipose tissue and liver, and to high triglyceride levels associated with insulin resistance.

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas

Brain irradiation in lung cancer

The Material Safety Data Sheet is crucial in examining the effects of denture adhesive and zinc in older patients

March 2, 2009 by Eugene Jacquescoley

Ethnic differences found for fatty liver disease and insulin resistance

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