Lipid tests, insomnia, Ankylosing Spondylitis, finding cancer cells and more research news




KUSP's Ask Doctor Dawn show

Summary: New HIV test gives results at home; Nicotine patches are shown to help cognitive function in impaired elders! Red wine's aromatase inhibitor benefits both females and males; Non-pharmaceutical supplements to help getting to sleep; The importance of getting full lipid testing, including LDL particle size; Phytic acid in nuts and seeds such as soybeans can reduce mineral absorption; Will fixing my sleep apnea lower my blood pressure and help me lose weight? The drug Avodart, used to reduce prostate size, may cause insomnia; Are there any problems with getting a knee replacement in someone with Parkinson's disease? Also: cautions about forums on the Internet; A very high speed camera helps identify cancer cells circulating in blood; A synthetic protein can quickly activate the immune system to attack viruses such as colds or flu; Another case of high cholesterol and the need for thorough lipid testing; A professional trainer asks about raising testosterone levels in his clients; Drugs for treatment, risks and the cause of Ankylosing Spondylitis