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Australian health care taxed by disabilities brought on by arthritis
Combining the number of rheumatoid arthritis cases with Osteoarthritis cases, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reports that 1.8 million Australians are affected by these conditions. If you find this article interesting, be sure to also read 'Revealed: which fruit and vegetable juices alleviate... Jury's $253 million decision against Vioxx sparks Australian class action suit
According to Australia's Sunday Herald Sun, the recent jury decision to award $253 million to the widow of a Texas man who died after using the Merck and Co. product Vioxx has opened the doorway for law firm Slater and Gordon to pursue a class-action lawsuit on behalf of 100 Australian Vioxx users. If... Studies show that pomegranates slow cartilage deterioration and osteoarthritis
Researchers from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine found that extracts of pomegranates can block enzymes responsible for osteoarthritis. If you find this article interesting, be sure to also read 'Chlorella, coconut oil, blueberries are all nutritional superfoods: an interview with... Analysis confirms that osteoporosis screenings are worth the price
The Journal of the American Geriatrics Society has published findings that suggest osteoporosis screenings for all postmenopausal women is very cost-effective, perhaps signaling an adjustment in the preventive treatment of the disease. If you enjoy this article, you may also be interested in an article... Drug companies still backing painkillers despite Vioxx ruling
Despite the decision to award the widow of a Texas Vioxx user $253 million, companies like Merck and Pfizer are still betting on cox-2 inhibitors to raise profits, mainly, The International Herald Tribune reports, because consumers are still buying them and doctors still see potential in the drugs. If... Arthritis Do's and Don'ts
When you're diagnosed with arthritis, you have to learn how to live and cope with chronic illness. You need to learn what to do and what not to do. Not...
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