Sore Lips, a Cinderella Adverse Effect of Chemotherapy

A study of the under-reported adverse effects of sore lips led one consultant oncologist to concoct a lip salve made from natural oils, which is now being tested in a clinical trial. Medscape Medical News

Launch of European Academy of Cancer Societies Announced

The European Academy of Cancer Societies will strive to give knowledgeable and unbiased advice on matters of policy and priorities at the national, European, and global levels. Medscape Medical News

Flu Vaccine May Protect Against MI

A protective effect was seen in patients with established cardiovascular disease. Whether vaccination is protective in people with no vascular disease is less clear, a new review suggests. Heartwire

Aspirin Use Reduces Risk for Colorectal Cancer in Lynch Syndrome

Even after its use was discontinued, aspirin offered protection against colon cancer in individuals with Lynch syndrome. Medscape Medical News

New Guidelines Issued for Immunization of Infants, Children, Teens, Adults

An Expert Panel of the Infectious Diseases Society of America has prepared these updated, evidence-based guidelines, which replace the previous guidelines published in 2002. Medscape Medical News

Extended Physiotherapy, High-Dose Vitamin D Reduces Post-Hip Fracture Falls

A home-based therapy program and 2000 IU of vitamin D reduces falls by 25%, readmissions by 39% after hip fracture. Medscape Medical News

Global Public Health Mobilizes to Confront H1N1 Flu Outbreak: Disease Brings Preparedness to Forefront

H1N1 influenza highlighted public health’s indispensable role and presented an opportunity to spread the message of the critical nature of preparedness. The Nation’s Health

Céline Cousteau to Keynote APHA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia

The challenges of protecting, conserving, and managing the world’s oceans and freshwater supplies will be explored during the opening session of APHA’s 137th Annual Meeting in November. The Nation’s Health

New Video: Healthiest Nation in One Generation a Possibility

A new online APHA video is raising awareness of the role of public health in ensuring the health of America. The Nation’s Health

Initial Human Transmission Dynamics of the Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 Virus In North America

The H1N1 virus has developed into the first global pandemic in 41 years. This article addresses whether disease progression can be slowed before an effective vaccine is developed. Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses