Steps Toward Understanding, Alleviating Osteoarthritis Will Help Aging Population
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Researchers discussed osteoarthritis at a July, 1999 conference. Osteoarthritis is caused by a breakdown of cartilage in joints that leads to joint degeneration. It affects mostly the hands, feet, knees and hips. Genetics may make some people susceptible to osteoarthritis but biomechanical damage is also important. It seems to involve attempts by the body to repair the damaged joint, not all of which are successful. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most common drug treatment. A 1997 book popularized the use of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to treat the disease. Antioxidants may also be beneficial since some immune cells produce free radicals.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 1999
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The Arts of Healing
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More than 400 doctors, researchers, artists, designers, policymakers and architects from 26 countries gathered at the first World Symposium on Culture, Health, and the Arts held at Manchester Metropolitan University. Many presented research on how art, music, poetry and architecture can affect the health of hospital patients. Art in patients' hospital rooms can positively impact their health. However, not all art is appropriate. Nature scenes appear more beneficial than abstract art. In addition to nature scenes, music and caring human faces are universal stress-relievers in all cultures studied.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 1999
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Relating Genomic Research to Patient Care
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Genetic screening was discussed at the annual meeting of the American Society of Human Genetics held in 2000. The National Coalition for Health Professional Education in Genetics was formed to promote genetics education among all health care professionals and medical students.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2000
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