Green Tea Compound May Be A Therapy For Rheumatoid Arthritis
A new study from the University of Michigan Health System suggests that a compound in green tea may provide therapeutic benefits to people with rheumatoid arthritis. The study, presented April 29 at the Experimental Biology 2007 in Washington, D.C., looks at a potent anti-inflammatory compound derived from green tea. [click link for full article]
Low-Dose Aspirin Best for Preventing Heart Attack (HealthDay)
A daily aspirin dose of 75 to 81 milligrams is best for the long-term prevention of cardiovascular disease and stroke without causing serious side effects, a new study found.
Arthritis Care Chief Executive Appointed As ‘Patient And Public Champion’, UK
The first ‘Patient and Public Champion’ to monitor NHS efforts to reach the Government’s target of reducing waiting times to 18 weeks has been announced by health minister, Andy Burnham. Neil Betteridge, chief executive of Arthritis Care will take up the appointment from today (4 May 2007). He will work closely with ministers and the NHS to ensure that patients are at the centre of the 18 week pledge. [click link for full article]
