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Dystonia: Abnormal Brain Circuits May Prevent Movement Disorder
Specific changes in brain pathways may counteract genetic mutations for the movement disorder dystonia, according to new research in the August 5 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience. Few people who inherit dystonia genes display symptoms - namely sustained muscle contractions and involuntary gestures - and the study provides a possible explanation. This result could lead to new treatments for the estimated 500,000 North Americans diagnosed with dystonia.
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Afghani Children Suffering From Post Traumatic Stress
Children who live in Afghanistan are particularly affected every day by a multitude of war time stressors which increase the likelihood of developing PTSD: trauma, child labor, and family and military violence. On a daily basis they are first-hand witnesses to the bombings, abuse, and the general upheaval of their home life and society as a result of war, including the effects of long-term poverty and familial turmoil.
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Regular Exercise And A Healthy Diet Build Stronger Bones
June is National Osteoporosis Month and health experts from NHS Somerset are urging people to look after their bones by living well and eating well.
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Healthcare Leader Speaks Out On Latest Hospital "Epidemic"

A global healthcare senior executive has called the latest infection threat to confront the NHS "a national epidemic". Whilst Government statements imply that hospital acquired infections are in decline Jim Taylor, a former Smith & Nephew President and now CEO of infection prevention specialist Saniguard International, says that Norovirus is now an increasing threat to our NHS wards. His company is launching PatientGuard this month - an anti-infection kit created specifically for the UK public, designed to help halt the spread of viruses (including Norovirus & H1N1) & bacteria (including MRSA). His concern is backed up by the latest Department of Health statistics released on the 8 June which reveal a 23% increase in laboratory reports of Norovirus outbreaks in NHS hospitals and an incredible 282 ward closures this year as a result of the outbreaks. In addition the British Medical Association (BMA) claimed this month that a high throughput of patients and an over-reliance on deep cleans and alcohol hand gels is undermining the Government"s efforts in the fight against healthcare acquired infections (HAIs). Taylor comments "whilst less life-threatening than MRSA, Norovirus can have serious implications for those in hospital who are already weakened by other conditions. Research shows that the areas most likely to harbour infections include bed linen, nightgowns and near-patient hand touch sites such as bedside tables. It is understandable that the public would wish to take matters into their own hands by adopting their own anti-infection measures in hospital". Patient Guard


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