9-Nov-1998 12:00 AM EST
Hypertension Found to be a Dominant Risk Factor for Heart Failure in African Americans
Henry Ford Health

Hypertension is the dominant risk factor that causes a higher prevalence of heart failure in African Americans than in Caucasians, according to a Henry Ford cardiologist. The findings are being presented today at the American Heart Association meeting in Dallas.

11-Jan-1997 12:00 AM EST
Geography, Mumps Linked to TB in HIV-Infected
Henry Ford Health

DETROIT -- Men and women with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) have a higher incidence of tuberculosis if they live in the eastern United States or test positive for mumps, say researchers at Henry Ford Hospital. EMBARGOED UNTIL: 5 p.m., Jan. 14, 1997

20-Feb-1997 12:00 AM EST
New Clues in Causes of Allergies, Asthma in Children
Henry Ford Health

In two separate studies, Henry Ford Health System researchers have found links between dust mites, season of birth and ethnicity and the chances of a child developing allergies or asthma.

Released: 11-Mar-1997 12:00 AM EST
Program Aims to Change Health Care for Elderly
Henry Ford Health

DETROIT -- An innovative approach to providing health care to the elderly is being put to the test at Henry Ford Health System. Recognizing that providing health care for the elderly is entirely different from providing care to younger people, health care workers at Henry Ford Health System and University Hospitals Health System in Cleveland are learning ways to treat older patients.

14-Mar-1997 12:00 AM EST
Denial May Kill Cardiac Patients
Henry Ford Health

DETROIT -- We've all heard that anger can kill. Yet for cardiac patients, perhaps denial of anger is even more deadly. Denial of anger emerged as a stronger predictor for death and other cardiac incidents, such as new heart attacks or additional cardiac procedures, than traditional cardiac risk factors, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study conducted by Mark Ketterer, Ph.D.

Released: 26-Mar-1997 12:00 AM EST
Parkinson's Disease and Long-Term Metal Exposure
Henry Ford Health

Long-term exposure to certain metals, such as copper and manganese, as well as certain combinations of metals, may increase the risk of Parkinson's disease, according to a study by researchers at Henry Ford Hospital. The study is published in this month's issue of Neurology.

Released: 27-Mar-1997 12:00 AM EST
New Breast Cancer Test Gives Women New Hope
Henry Ford Health

Henry Ford Health System surgeons are offering women with breast cancer a new surgical procedure that not only leaves women with less pain than traditional methods but also helps doctors determine, more accurately, if the breast cancer has spread.

Released: 29-May-1997 12:00 AM EDT
Women With Breast Cancer Fare BetterAt Multi-Disciplinary Clinics, Henry Ford Hospital Study Shows
Henry Ford Health

DETROIT -- Henry Ford Health Hospital researchers have found that women with breast cancer, who are treated at a full-service multi-disciplinary clinic, receive faster diagnosis and treatment and are more satisfied with their care than women treated by scheduling separate appointments with a number of physicians.

Released: 26-Jul-1997 12:00 AM EDT
No Link Between Race and Body's Response to Heart Attack
Henry Ford Health

In four separate studies, researchers from Henry Ford Hospital's Heart & Vascular Institute found no link between race and a patient's physiological response to a heart attack. These findings indicate there is no need to factor race into decisions regarding medical treatment after a heart attack.

10-Feb-1998 12:00 AM EST
Daily Smoking May Lead to Major Depression
Henry Ford Health

Daily smokers have twice the risk for major depression compared to people who have a history of smoking on an occassional basis, according to a Henry Ford Health System study.

Released: 7-Feb-1998 12:00 AM EST
Male Brain Ages Faster than Female, Ford Researchers Say
Henry Ford Health

Researchers at Henry Ford Health System have discovered evidence that suggests the male brain shrinks faster with age than the female brain.

8-Mar-1999 12:00 AM EST
Evidence for a Heart Failure Epidemic
Henry Ford Health

Reseachers at the Henry Ford Health System now have what they see as proof of a heart failure epidemic. And they are issuing a call to action for health care systems to meet the need.

7-Mar-1999 12:00 AM EST
Routine Use of Coronary Stents Yield Better Outcomes
Henry Ford Health

Treating blocked coronary arteries using stents is superior to traditional balloon angioplasty, according to a new study.

12-Jul-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Higher Education and Brain Shrinkage
Henry Ford Health

Among the healthy elderly, people with higher education levels exhibit more severe brain shrinkage with age than people with fewer years of education.

8-Sep-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Multiple Concussions, Neuropsychological Deficits in College Athletes
Henry Ford Health

College football players who sustain multiple concussions are at risk for a decline in long-term neuropsychological function, according to an article in the Sept. 8 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).

Released: 21-Sep-1999 12:00 AM EDT
Symposium Focuses on Anti-Cancer Drugs from Nature
Henry Ford Health

The next generation of cancer drugs is expected to come from nature. Now researchers from around the world are attending a symposium at Henry Ford Health System to discuss their most promising findings.

15-Dec-1999 12:00 AM EST
Daily Smoking May Lead to Panic Attacks
Henry Ford Health

While some people don't know what triggers their panic attacks, the answer may be found in their ashtray.

22-Dec-1999 12:00 AM EST
Concussion Guidelines Don't Guarantee Athlete Safety
Henry Ford Health

Concussion guidelines used by many sports teams -- including colleges and high schools -- to determine when a player can return to play have not been supported by research and do not adequately protect players.

11-Jan-2000 12:00 AM EST
Stress Linked to Ischemic Heart Disease
Henry Ford Health

Researchers have mounting evidence that a mental stress test may be of value in identifying and managing patients at risk for a heart attack.

Released: 28-Sep-2001 12:00 AM EDT
Robotic Surgery New Option for Prostate Cancer Treatment
Henry Ford Health

The Vattikuti Urology Institute at Henry Ford Hospital is the first center in the country to routinely perform surgery using a robotic system for the treatment of prostate cancer.

Released: 28-Sep-2001 12:00 AM EDT
Heart Jacket Offers Potential Innovative Treatment for Heart Failure
Henry Ford Health

Henry Ford Hospital recently performed its first surgical implantation of the Acorn CorCap(r) Cardiac Support Device, a potential innovative treatment for heart failure. Made from a proprietary medical fabric, the CorCap is designed to support the heart, prevent further enlargement of the muscle and enhance pumping function.

Released: 30-Oct-2001 12:00 AM EST
CD-ROM Offers Guidance on End-of-Life Decisions
Henry Ford Health

When patients require end-of-life care, it doesn't have to mean they're giving up. A unique, interactive CD-ROM called Completing a Life, is a helpful resource for patients to better plan for their medical, financial and personal needs.

8-Nov-2001 12:00 AM EST
Early, AggressiveTreatment for Severe Infection Reduces Death Rates
Henry Ford Health

Patients treated more aggressively for severe infection in the Emergency Department before they are admitted to the hospital had lower death rates, less risk of organ failure and spent less time in the hospital, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study.

12-Dec-2001 12:00 AM EST
Ischemic Changes Not Linked to Adverse Outcome After t-Pa Treatment
Henry Ford Health

Stroke patients with brain changes caused by a lack of blood flow, as detected by CT scan, should not be excluded from treatment with the clot-dissolving drug t-PA, concluded a Henry Ford Hospital study.

9-Feb-2002 12:00 AM EST
Viagra Shown Effective in Reducing Stroke Effects
Henry Ford Health

Viagra, a drug used for erectile dysfunction and one of the most frequently prescribed medications in the United States, has been found to reduce the effects of stroke in laboratory animals, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study.

28-Aug-2002 12:00 AM EDT
Children Growing Up with Cats or Dogs Have Reduced Risk for Allergies
Henry Ford Health

Contrary to widespread belief, children who grow up with cats or dogs may be at less risk for developing pet allergies and less susceptible to ragweed, grass and dust mite allergies, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study.

6-Mar-2003 12:00 AM EST
Stressed-out Men May Have Inherited Risk for Early Heart Disease
Henry Ford Health

Stress may be the most significant inherited risk factor in people who develop heart disease at a young age, according to a first-of-its-kind study conducted at Henry Ford Hospital. Stress also appears to have a greater impact on men than women.

24-Sep-2003 8:30 AM EDT
Study Shows Link Between Antibiotics and Allergies, Asthma
Henry Ford Health

Children who receive antibiotics within their first six months of birth increase their risk of developing by age 7 allergies to pets, ragweed, grass and dust mites and asthma, according to a study.

Released: 23-Oct-2003 6:50 AM EDT
Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit Metro Airport Partner to Offer Healthy Food Choices to Travelers
Henry Ford Health

The Wayne County Airport Authority announced a new partnership with Henry Ford Hospital that offers healthy menu items at its restaurants located throughout the new McNamara Terminal / Northwest WorldGateway at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Released: 31-Oct-2003 6:10 AM EST
Researcher Awarded First NIH “Brain Remodeling” Grant
Henry Ford Health

A Henry Ford Hospital researcher has been awarded the first National Institutes of Health grant aimed at developing therapies to "remodel brains" injured from stroke and other brain traumas.

Released: 24-Nov-2003 9:00 AM EST
Combining Gene Therapy and Radiation Holds Promise
Henry Ford Health

A novel approach that combines gene therapy and radiation therapy for treating prostate cancer has shown promising results for its safety and effectiveness, according to researchers.

Released: 14-Dec-2007 11:00 AM EST
Drug Study for Brain Cancer Shows Promising Results
Henry Ford Health

A clinical study conducted at Henry Ford Hospital on the use of a drug to extend the survival of patients with the most common and aggressive type of brain cancer, has yielded results that were significantly better than expected.

16-Sep-2008 11:00 AM EDT
Acupuncture Reduces Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment
Henry Ford Health

Acupuncture is as effective and longer-lasting in managing the common debilitating side effects of hot flashes, night sweats, and excessive sweating (vasomotor symptoms) associated with breast cancer treatment and has no treatment side effects compared to conventional drug therapy, according to a first-of-its-kind study to be presented Sept. 24 at the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology's 50th Annual Meeting in Boston.

Released: 25-Feb-2009 12:00 PM EST
Changing the Hospital Paradigm from Sick Care to Well Care
Henry Ford Health

When the doors to the new Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital open March 15, patients, their families and the community will find a health care experience unlike any other, offering the latest in medicine, technology and patient safety, integrated with wellness and prevention programs all under one roof.

Released: 28-Aug-2009 1:00 PM EDT
New Trends in Hospital Food: Healthy, Tasty and Organic
Henry Ford Health

Since March, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital in Michigan has introduced patients to food that you would find in a fine restaurant. No fried foods, added salt or processed sugar. Fryers are banned. Dishes are primarily vegetarian, with lean white meat or fish – and little red meat. . And recipes have been created for patients with specific medical conditions from diabetes to cardiovascular problems. Recipes are also designed around patients with food allergies and those needing a gluten-free diet.

Released: 8-Dec-2009 11:30 AM EST
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Research News Feed: MRSA, Prostate Cancer, EKGs
Henry Ford Health

From MRSA to prostate cancer, Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit is offering a snap-shot of its latest medical research news. News items have been recently published or presented at major medical conferences; all items include a link to the full article.

Released: 1-Mar-2011 10:30 AM EST
Researchers See Improved Results for More Kidney Patients Through Robotic Surgery
Henry Ford Health

Robotic surgery offers the same or better results than minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures for treating kidney disease, and can potentially help more patients because it is not as difficult for surgeons to learn, according to a new study led by Henry Ford Hospital specialists.

15-Mar-2011 11:35 AM EDT
“Meaningful Improvements” Using Gene Therapy in Parkinson’s Disease
Henry Ford Health

A first-of-its-kind study of gene therapy in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease determined that half of all patients who received the treatment had “clinically meaningful improvements” of their symptoms within six months of surgery, says study lead author and co-principal investigator Peter LeWitt, M.D.

23-Mar-2011 12:20 PM EDT
Drug Cocktail Offers New Hope for Hepatitis C Patients
Henry Ford Health

A three-drug cocktail can eliminate the hepatitis C virus in patients far more effectively than the current two-drug regimen, according to researchers at Henry Ford Hospital. The results of the global study are in the March 31 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine.

Released: 23-Mar-2011 12:25 PM EDT
Long-Term Study: Robot-Assisted Prostate Surgery is Safe
Henry Ford Health

In the first study of its kind, urologists and biostatisticians at Henry Ford Hospital have found that robot-assisted surgery to remove cancerous prostate glands is safe over the long term, with a major complication rate of less than one percent.

Released: 13-Apr-2011 3:50 PM EDT
Henry Ford Health System Co-Authors How-to Manualfor Going Smoke Free on Hospital Campuses
Henry Ford Health

Henry Ford Health System has co-authored a how-to manual that offers hospitals and other health care organizations practical strategies for implementing and enforcing a successful smoke-free or tobacco-free policy on their property. The 28-page manual Keeping Your Hospital Property Smoke-Free is the result of a four-year research project funded by the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. It was written in collaboration with The Joint Commission, and will be published online today at www.jointcommission.org .

25-Apr-2011 4:20 PM EDT
Women at Higher Risk than Men of Kidney Damage After Heart Imaging Test
Henry Ford Health

Women are at higher risk than men of developing kidney damage after undergoing a coronary angiogram, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study. Researchers found that women are 60 percent more likely than men to develop radiocontrast-induced nephropathy (RCIN), an adverse side effect that causes kidney dysfunction within 24 to 72 hours after patients are administered an iodine contrast dye during the common heart imaging test.

Released: 28-Apr-2011 9:00 AM EDT
Study Targets Treatment for Serious ACE Inhibitor Side Effect
Henry Ford Health

A new Henry Ford Hospital study takes a closer look at one of the lesser known, but potential most serious side-effects of ACE inhibitor use – facial, tongue and airway swelling – and identifies a successful and less invasive course of treatment.

Released: 28-Apr-2011 3:15 PM EDT
Cotton Swabs Prove Problematic for Ear Health
Henry Ford Health

A study by Henry Ford Hospital shows a direct association between cotton swab use and ruptured eardrum. The study also shows that in most cases the rupture heals on its own and surgery is only necessary for the most severe cases.

Released: 10-May-2011 12:00 PM EDT
Lowering Cost Doesn’t Increase Hearing Aid Purchases
Henry Ford Health

Lowering the cost of hearing aids isn’t enough to motivate adults with mild hearing loss to purchase a device at a younger age or before their hearing worsens, according to researchers at Henry Ford Hospital. Simply lowering the cost of hearing aids – even by as much as 40% – does not improve hearing aid purchase for patients with partial insurance coverage or those who need to cover the entire cost out of pocket.

Released: 8-Aug-2011 3:15 PM EDT
Prenatal Pet Exposure, Delivery Mode, Race are Key Factors in Early Allergy Risk
Henry Ford Health

Prenatal pet exposure, a mother’s delivery mode and race are influential factors in a child’s risk of developing allergies by age 2, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study.

Released: 10-Aug-2011 10:45 AM EDT
Pharmacist-Directed Anticoagulation Service Improves Care Coordination Between Inpatient, Outpatient Settings
Henry Ford Health

A pharmacist-directed anticoagulation service improves the coordination of care from the hospital to an outpatient clinic for patients treated with the anticoagulant drug warfarin, according to a Henry Ford Hospital study.

12-Sep-2011 3:40 PM EDT
Study Links 23 MicroRNAs to Laryngeal Cancer
Henry Ford Health

A Henry Ford Hospital study has identified 23 microRNAs for laryngeal cancer, 15 of which had yet to be reported in head and neck cancer. The researchers say the discovery could yield new insight into what causes certain cells to grow and become cancerous tumors in the voice box.

13-Sep-2011 4:15 PM EDT
Gender, Insurance Type Tied to HPV Infection in Laryngeal Cancer Patients
Henry Ford Health

Researchers at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit say HPV is much more likely to be found in tumors of laryngeal (voice box) cancer patients who are male and those with private health insurance, a finding that could impact head and neck cancer screening and treatment.

14-Sep-2011 12:00 PM EDT
Genetics, Lifestyle Provide Clues to Racial Differences in Head & Neck Cancer
Henry Ford Health

Why are African Americans more likely than Caucasians to be not only diagnosed with head and neck cancer, but also die from the disease? While the answer isn’t a simple one, differences in lifestyle, access to care and tumor genetics may, in part, be to blame, according to a new study from Henry Ford Hospital.


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