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Monkey Trial Supports Ebola Drug That May Have Helped 2 Stricken Americans

All 18 rhesus monkeys infected with the virus survived after getting the experimental medication, researchers report WebMD News from HealthDay By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Aug. 29, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- An experimental Ebola drug previously given to two American aid workers successfully cured a group of monkeys infected with the deadly virus in laboratory tests, researchers report. The drug, ZMapp, prompted recovery in all 18 monkeys who received it, even if they didn't get the medication until five days after infection. ZMapp...

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Biggest Ever Weekly Rise in Ebola Cases, U.N. Agency Says

About 500 new infections reported across West Africa, including first case in Senegal WebMD News from HealthDay By HealthDay staff HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Aug. 29, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- The West African Ebola outbreak took a more deadly turn Friday with the World Health Organization announcing an estimated 500 new cases this week -- the biggest jump in infections so far. Most of the new cases arose in Liberia, the U.N. health agency said, but cases in Guinea and Sierra Leone also rose sharply, the Associated Press reported. "There are serious...

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Tips for Hosting Vegan, Vegetarian, or Gluten-Free Guests

What you need to know if your party guests have special dietary needs. By Amy Ahlberg WebMD Feature Reviewed by David T. Derrer, MD Having a dinner party? Whether it's a special occasion or a casual get-together, you can serve delicious dishes that everyone will enjoy. Before you plan your menu, check in with your guests. Is anyone avoiding salt because they have high blood pressure, or watching their fat because of high cholesterol? How about gluten or carbs?  From allergies to preferences, there are a lot of reasons some foods don't work...

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Fish for Thanksgiving? How to Make It

By Matt McMillen WebMD Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Bryan Caswell is chef and owner of Reef in Houston. Food & Wine magazine named him one of the top 10 best new chefs in 2009, and he has twice been nominated for a James Beard Award. Bon Appetit named Reef the best seafood restaurant in the U.S.in 2008. At Reef, fried mac and cheese and braised collards share the menu with kimchi and sweet and sour chard. His shrimp salad recipe blends some of his favorite flavors and, he says, it would fit right in on any holiday...

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5 Must-Have Kitchen Tools for Cooks

By Domenica Catelli WebMD Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Some of the best kitchen gifts are workhorses you will use all the time. Good tools make cooking faster, simpler, and more pleasurable. Here are five must-have tools for every cook: One great knife (6 to 8 inches). Yes, just one. A good sharp knife will cut your prep time down. Hand-squeeze juicer. This is the quickest and easiest way to get great flavor on salads, fish, meat, and veggies. Place half a lemon or lime in the cup, clamp down, and you get...

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No Idea What's for Dinner? Start Here

By Domenica Catelli WebMD Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Keep your freezer and pantry stocked with a few basics so you're always ready for a quick dinner you can make in 30 minutes or less. It helps to keep these items on hand: Chicken breasts. Pound boneless, skinless breasts until they're thin, then freeze them. They thaw in under 30 minutes. Or throw them, still frozen, onto a hot grill pan, where (depending on thickness) they can cook in about 10 minutes. Add a big salad and rice, and you've got a full meal. Pasta....

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Is Any Amount of Alcohol Good for Us?

By Matt McMillen WebMD Health News Reviewed by Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, MPH Aug. 29, 2014 -- To drink or not to drink? It's a question not easily answered, at least when it comes to our health. Although we’ve heard for years that moderate drinking is good for our hearts, several recent studies have questioned that long-held belief. And earlier this year, the World Health Organization issued a dire warning about cancer and alcohol. No amount of alcohol is safe, the report said. So, if any alcohol raises our cancer risk, and if it might not offer a real...

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Many Foods' 'Trans-Fat-Free' Claims False: Study

WebMD News from HealthDay Aug. 29, 2014 -- Many processed foods contain more trans-fats than you might suspect, according to a New York City health department study. That's because many of the products that claim to be trans-fat-free actually contain some of the unhealthy fats. The researchers examined 4,340 top-selling packaged foods and found that nine percent had trans-fats, NBC News reported. Of the foods found to have trans-fats, 84 percent said they had 0 grams of the artery-clogging substance, according to the study in the journal Preventing...

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'Doctor-Shopping' for Painkillers Common After Broken-Bone Surgery, Study Finds

1 in 5 patients sought narcotics from multiple physicians WebMD News from HealthDay By Randy Dotinga HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Aug. 29, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- About one in five patients operated on for broken bones or other orthopedic trauma shops around for additional painkillers after surgery, a new study finds. Less-educated patients and patients who had used narcotic painkillers previously were several times more likely to be "doctor shoppers," said study lead author Dr. Brent Morris, a shoulder and neck surgeon in Lexington, Ky. Overall,...

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Could Too Much Salt Harm MS Patients?

Researchers find a link but say it's too soon to recommend reducing sodium intake WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Too much salt in the diet may worsen symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), a new study from Argentina suggests. "Many environmental factors affect MS, such as vitamin D, smoking and Epstein Barr virus infection. Our study shows that high salt intake may be another environmental factor affecting MS patients," said lead researcher Dr. Mauricio Farez, of the Raul...

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Most U.S. Babies Get Their Vaccines: CDC

But booster shots and second doses lag for 2-year-olds, report finds WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- The vast majority of American babies are getting the vaccines they need to protect them from serious illnesses, federal health officials said Thursday. More than 90 percent of children are getting the vaccines that prevent measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR); polio; hepatitis B and chickenpox (varicella), according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Nationally,...

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How do I work out on a trampoline?

By Jodi Helmer WebMD Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Jennifer Robinson, MD Get ready to jump! You can torch 160 calories in half an hour of jumping on your mini-trampoline, and it's low-impact, too. "You get an amazing workout and it’s so much fun," says Basheerah Ahmad, founder of the fitness consulting firm 360 Transformation. She encourages celebrity clients like Carrie Underwood, Jordin Sparks, and Vivica A. Fox to use a mini trampoline in their exercise routines. Fit these moves into your fitness regimen at least three times per week. For best...

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Electrical Pulses to Scalp May Boost Memory: Study

But years of research remain before this therapy could treat brain disorders, experts say WebMD News from HealthDay By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists have found that sending electrical currents through the scalp to a specific network of brain structures can enhance people's memories, for up to a day. In a small study of healthy young adults, researchers used transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to fire up certain networks involved in memory. That, in turn, boosted participants' performance...

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Your Family's Germs May Move With You

Study found that bacteria followed people into their new home WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Your family carries its own unique population of bacteria that accompany you when you move to a new home, a new study finds. Over the course of six weeks, seven families -- with a total of 18 people, three dogs and one cat -- swabbed their hands, feet and noses every day to collect samples of bacteria living in and on them. The participants also collected samples from household surfaces...

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How Your Nutritional Needs Change as You Age

By Christina Boufis WebMD Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Jennifer Robinson, MD Do you need to change what and how you eat in your 50s, 60s, and beyond? Yes, though maybe not in ways you might think. You need fewer calories every decade, says Connie Bales, PhD, RD, associate director of the Geriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center at Durham VA Medical Center. "We move around less, we have less muscle, and our metabolic rate goes down." The challenge while eating less overall is to eat more nutrient-rich foods, such as fruits, vegetables,...

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Ebola Outbreak Could Infect 20,000 People, U.N. Says

World Health Organization unveils $489 million plan to combat the outbreak in West Africa WebMD News from HealthDay By HealthDay staff HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- The deadly Ebola outbreak hitting four West African nations could eventually infect more than 20,000 people, the World Health Organization announced Thursday. Already the largest Ebola outbreak ever, the viral infection has produced 3,069 cases so far and killed 1,552 people in Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. Nearly 40 percent of the total...

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Concussion Recovery Can Reverse After Return to Activity, Study Shows

Expert and researcher say the findings highlight need for slow return to playing field WebMD News from HealthDay By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Aug. 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Athletes who seem to have recovered from a concussion may actually show a subtle worsening in a particular mental ability after they return to exercise, a small study suggests. The findings come from a study of 19 high school athletes who suffered a concussion and then got medical clearance to return to physical activity -- most often football, although a few...

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Can't Do Yoga? Think Again

If you've ruled out yoga for physical reasons, it might be time to reconsider. By Jennifer Soong WebMD Feature Reviewed by Jennifer Robinson, MD If you think you're not the yoga type, think again. Just about anyone can do it, and it's not about bending yourself into a pretzel. For men and women of all shapes, sizes, and abilities, yoga builds strength and balance. It's also a great way to ease stress. "In a gym, you're really pushing yourself to go further when you're working out. In yoga, it's the opposite. The poses encourage all the range of motion...

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Brussels Sprouts, Quinoa Pilaf, and Cauliflower and Broccoli Au Gratin

By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Expert Column Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Traditional green bean casserole or sweet potatoes are classic side dishes at Thanksgiving. This year, why not add one or two new seasonal sides? Choose from Brussels sprouts and bacon, quinoa pilaf with cranberries and pecans, or cauliflower gratin. Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Ingredients: 8 cups trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts (quartered, if large), about 2 pounds 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup finely chopped shallot (about 2 large...

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Polyp Removal Doesn't Always Signal Raised Colon Cancer Risk, Study Says

Findings suggest doctors may repeat colonoscopies unnecessarily WebMD News from HealthDay By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Aug. 27, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Doctors may be performing too many repeat colonoscopies on people who've had pre-cancerous polyps removed during an earlier colon cancer screening, a new Norwegian study suggests. Many of these patients have no greater risk of dying from colon cancer than the general public, the researchers determined. People who have a single low-risk polyp removed have a much lower risk of...

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MERS Virus Doesn't Seem to Spread Easily, Study Finds

5 percent chance of getting it, while experts cite a 25 percent chance of catching flu WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Aug. 27, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- People infected with the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) virus are unlikely to pass it to others in their household, a new study suggests. Mostly confined to countries in the Middle East so far, the virus has infected 837 people and killed at least 291, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). "A lot of speculations have been made that...

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Light Therapy a Good Option for Pre-Cancerous Skin Lesions, Study Says

But it's more painful, time consuming than common treatment, dermatologist notes WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Aug. 27, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Treating pre-cancerous skin spots with a type of light therapy may be more effective than the usual therapy -- freezing the lesions with liquid nitrogen, a new study suggests. Rough, scaly spots, called actinic keratoses, are often found on the scalp and face of people with fair complexions who've had a lot of sun exposure. This review of prior research found...

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