While a number of studies have suggested that Parkinson’s disease and melanoma frequently co-occur, a new study has reported that no genetic link could be found between the diseases.
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Poor reporting of antiepileptic side effects in children
January 26, 2011A systematic analysis of antiepileptic drug trials has concluded that safety data for pediatric patients is not adequately reported (Anderson & Choonara. Arch Dis Child 2010; 95: 731-738).
Negative trial of DHA supplementation in Alzheimer’s disease
January 26, 2011Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid that has been shown in vitro and in animal models to alter beta-amyloid accumulation and to have anti-apoptotic activity (Oksman et al. Neurobiol Dis 2006; 23: 563-572). For a recent review see Jicha & Markesbery. Clin Interv Aging 2010; 5: 45-61; free full text at www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2854051/pdf/cia-5-045.pdf.
Vitamin D and UV exposure during pregnancy/postpartum period
January 26, 2011Two new studies have examined the effect of vitamin D in women during pregnancy and the postpartum period.