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  • PSA Test Cuts Prostate-Cancer Deaths — At a Cost
  • In contrast to the U.S. study, Europe's study of PSA screening finds the test cuts prostate cancer deaths by 21% after 11 years....

  • PSA Tests for Prostate Cancer May Not Save Lives
  • Men not at high risk of prostate cancer do not benefit -- and may suffer harm -- from routine PSA tests. A single PSA test at age 60 may be enough for most men....

  • Driving Test Advice
  • The sheer amount of driving test advice available to you is vast, what you need to beware of though is that nearly everyone has been through one and it's for this reason that most of the advice you find is not relevant to you. The only advice you should use is that coming from someone qualified. In my years of teaching, over ten years now, it has become obvious to me why the vast majority...

  • Gene Test for Prostate Cancer in the Works
  • Researchers are a step closer to developing a genetic test that could help men with newly diagnosed prostate cancer decide whether they are good candidates for active surveillance or whether they need treatment right away....

  • Urine Test May Help Predict Prostate Cancer
  • A painless urine test could soon help doctors tell when a high prostate specific antigen (PSA) level means a dangerous cancer or when it’s a sign of a more benign condition that may not need further treatment, a new study shows....

  • New Doubts on Value of Prostate Cancer Screening
  • A study from Sweden raises new questions about the value of screening average-risk men for prostate cancer....

  • New Test Checks for Prostate Cancer Return
  • Researchers say they have developed a highly sensitive prostate specific antigen (PSA) test that may identify prostate cancer patients who are likely to relapse after treatment....

  • Test May Cut Unneeded Prostate Biopsies
  • An experimental urine test accurately predicts whether a biopsy will reveal prostate cancer....

  • Five Myths of Driver’s License Test Preparation
  • Pay no heed to the five myths of driver's license test preparation. You may not pass the test only because you have been driving for a while and you are good at it. Only studying the DMV manual may not always help you, though it is one of the necessary steps to succeeding in the DMV test. The best way is to study the DMV manual thoroughly and practice with enough mock permit tests....

  • HPV Test Beats Pap Test for Cervical Cancer Screening
  • A test that looks for the virus that causes most cases of cervical cancer may be the best way to screen women over age 30 for the disease, a new study shows....

  • How to Pass the Driving Hazard Perception Test
  • All learner drivers must undertake a hazard perception test as a precursor to being able to take a practical test and earning their driving licence. This article looks at how to prepare for the hazard perception test to ensure you have a good chance of passing this element of the theory test....

  • Electro Dermal Screening – Candida Test to Find Out Foods That You Are Sensitive To
  • This article will talk about the importance of taking electro dermal screening. The most interesting test that you should perform is an electro dermal screening....

  • Task Force to Men: Don’t Get PSA Test
  • Men should just say "no" to prostate cancer screening with the common PSA blood test, according to draft guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force....

  • Screening ‘Test’ Gauges Diabetes Risk
  • Researchers have developed a simple, six-question screening test designed to help you determine whether you might be one of many millions of Americans who have diabetes or pre-diabetes but don’t know it....

  • New Colon Cancer Screening Test in the Works
  • A new, consumer-friendly test for colon cancer, once approved, could persuade more Americans to undergo screening for the deadly cancer, according to researchers....

  • Prostate Cancer Test May Aid Treatment Choice
  • Researchers are developing a new blood test to help identify which men with early prostate cancer can forgo immediate treatment....

  • Bad Rabbit Runs Simply Harm the Bunnies!
  • A rabbit run is an enclosed pen in which rabbits may exercise and - literally - run. Buns, in the context of the title here, is an abbreviation of "bunny". We are not suggesting that purchasing the wrong kind of rabbit exercise pen would cause any problems with buns or any other cake, muffin or bread product. However purchasing the wrong kind of "rabbit run" could cause problems with your...

  • Tips to Study For a Driving Test
  • If you are looking for a driving license, you must pass the driving test. Passing a driving test can be easy for some people, but sometimes it can also become a difficult task for others. For that reason, these are going to give you some tips to study for a driving test....

  • New Views on Frequency of Osteoporosis Screening
  • Women aged 65 and older are advised to undergo bone mineral density (BMD) screening every two years, but those with normal results at age 67 may be able to wait 10 years before their next screening test, a new study suggests....

  • PSA Test May Help Check for Breast Cancer
  • The blood test widely used to detect prostate cancer may prove to be a useful diagnostic tool for breast cancer, a study shows....

  • Taking Driving Lessons and Passing Your Driving Test
  • Taking a driving test can be a truly daunting experience, and perhaps one of the most anxiety-provoking experiences a person can face in their life. The majority of people who take a driving test fail at their first attempt and in order to learn to drive and take the minimal number of driving lessons possible, it's imperative to first secure a proficient driving instructor and feel as confident...

  • MOT Test Garages – What to Look Out For
  • Your car coming up towards its MOT? Like any precious item you own, you want it to be safe and in trustworthy hands. A suitable MOT garage should always be up to the government standard, as well as be suitable to your needs as a driver and customer. A good MOT test garage will always give you a good service, an accurate MOT and will look after your car, which is exactly what you want....

  • What a Stress Test Reveals About Your Health
  • An ECG stress test, which is also known as an exercise stress test or a treadmill stress test, is a medical test used to evaluate the arterial blood flow to the heart during exercise. The test can be performed in two different ways depending on the mobility of the patient....

  • Prostate Cancer Screening: Benefits Outweigh Risks
  • A large study shows that screening men for prostate cancer decreased mortality rates by about half, researchers report....

  • The Hazard Perception Test – Top Tips For a First Time Pass
  • Prior to taking the UK practical driving test, a learner driver must pass both parts of the theory test. The test consists of two parts, the first being a multiple choice knowledge based test and the second being the Hazard Perception Test. ...

  • Light Drinking During Pregnancy: No Harm to Baby?
  • A U.K. study finds no harm to children whose mothers had 1 or 2 drinks a week while pregnant -- but the findings support warnings against alcohol use during pregnancy....

  • Tips on How to Test Drive That Used Car Or Truck
  • When you are in the market for a new car or truck whether it be used or not, you know that a good test drive is important to finding the best value in a used car. You must be able to separate clunkers from keepers and find a safe, reliable used car. Here are a few tips on how to test drive that used car or truck....

  • One Test You Can’t Flunk
  • Ask just about anybody how they feel about taking a test and you'll get pretty much the same answer every time, a long, low growl filled with doom. Next tell them the test you're talking about is one they won't be able to study for and that long, low growl will be even worse and probably a little louder....

Archive for August, 2009

PSA Test: More Harm Than Good?

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Study: The PSA prostate screening test does more harm than good for the “vast majority” of men. For each death averted, 50 men may suffer needless treatment.

Mediterranean Diet Helps Control Diabetes

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may help people with type 2 diabetes keep their disease under control without drugs better than following a typical low-fat diet.

Statins May Perform Better as a Solo Act

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Statins may do their best work at lowering cholesterol levels alone, according to a new review of research on the popular drugs.

A Few Whiffs of Smoke May Harm Your Heart

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Exposure to even a small amount of smoke – whether it’s from your own cigarette or someone else’s — greatly increases your risk of dying from heart disease.

Study: Heartburn Drugs OK With Plavix?

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Heart patients who take the anti-clotting drug Plavix may safely take an acid-reducing proton pump inhibitor (PPI) drug, an analysis of two previously reported studies suggests.

Is It Good To Be A Celebrity?

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Being a celebrity or not? That’s the question!

First Aid For Pet Rabbits

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Every responsible rabbit owner should be ready for their rabbit to have a medical emergency. Of course, if your rabbit is having an emergency taking him to the veterinarian is the first order of business. However it is also wise to have a first aid kit designed specially for rabbits on hand and to understand the basics of being a first responder to a rabbit medical emergency.

Dietary Problems For Rabbits

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Just like with humans, food is a vital element of life for rabbits. Normally, eating is an enjoyable and fun experience for a rabbit. But if given the wrong foods consistently, problems can emerge. These problems can range from mild to severe, but all of them require your attention. What follows will review some of the more common health problems that can emerge as a result of your rabbit’s diet.