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NICE Approves Use Of Lenalidomide In Patients With Multiple Myeloma Who Have Received Two Or More Previous Therapies
Around 2000 multiple myeloma sufferers in the UK could have their lives extended by around three months after a decision by The UK National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) to approve lenalidomide in those patients who have received two or more previous therapies-provided that the cost of cycles beyond the 26th cycle of treatment are met by the drug manufacturer. A summary of the NICE decision is published in a Special Report Online First and in the July edition of The Lancet Oncology.
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Risk Of Low Birth Weights Reduced By Multivitamins In Pregnancy
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Eat Right, Stay Bright This Winter

"Beware the winter" warn dietitians as research shows more Australians turn to comfort foods at this time of year. According to Australia"s peak nutrition body, the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA), more Australians eat pastries, cakes and chocolates, and less eat fruit, during the colder months1. Australia"s last national nutrition survey found more than 70 per cent of Australian adults indulge in less nutritious "cereal-based" foods during the winter months1. Such foods included pizza, cakes, pastries, battered food, commercial hamburgers and biscuits. But dietitians say choosing the right "comfort" foods during winter can help you stay healthy and happy all year round. DAA Spokesperson Lisa Renn said: "On short, cool days, it"s tempting to reach for fatty and sugary comfort foods. But any boost from these foods is usually short lived, so you end up with less energy - and more weight in the long term". Ms Renn, an Accredited Practising Dietitian, said the right comfort foods are lower in sugar, fat and kilojoules (energy). "Try nourishing foods like porridge with reduced-fat milk and fruit, chunky vegetable and lentil soups, and slow-cooked casseroles made with lean meat and vegetables like potato and carrot," said Ms Renn. She also recommends eating healthy, low glycaemic index (GI) foods for sustained energy, and maintaining regular physical activity to boost energy levels. Try these tips from the DAA to stay energised this winter: - Cook healthy soups and casseroles in bulk and freeze in meal-sized containers for a quick meal. - Piping hot drinks can be a great way to stay warm. Use reduced-fat milk and limit added sugar. - Keep up a regular exercise routine over winter. Rug up when heading outdoors and have bad weather options to fall back on, such as an exercise DVD. - Warm up with a chunky vegetable soup and crusty wholegrain bread roll. - Try a baked apple with reduced-fat custard for a healthy dessert. - Curries or hearty casseroles make a tasty meal on cold winter nights. Choose lean cuts of meat and experiment with different vegetables. - Baked potatoes are a great winter idea. Try topping potatoes with sliced mushrooms, reduced-fat cheese and chives. 1National Nutrition Survey, 1995 ABS catalogue number 4805.0. (Based on the period March to August, compared with other times throughout the year). Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA)


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