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    Medpagetoday

  • CDC Watching H1N1 Mutation, but No Cause for Alarm

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:01 am
    The CDC is keeping a careful eye on a mutation in some strains of the pandemic H1N1 flu that Norwegian researchers isolated from three patients with severe disease.

  • FDA Panel Finds Tiotropium Safe for COPD Patients

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:42 am
    An FDA committee said new data allay concerns about the risk of stroke and cardiovascular events previously associated with tiotropium (Spiriva), drugmaker Boehringer Ingelheim said.

  • ACOG Calls for Later and Fewer Pap Tests (CME/CE)

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    Women can wait longer to have a first Pap smear and repeat the test less frequently, according to recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

  • Beta-2 Receptor Variants Don't Affect LABA Response in Asthma (CME/CE)

    20 Nov 2009 | 8:17 am
    Against expectations, asthma patients with different genotypes for the beta-2 adrenergic receptor all responded well to long-acting beta agonist (LABA) asthma drugs, researchers said.

  • FDA Issues Warning for Defective AEDs

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:57 am
    WASHINGTON (MedPage Today) -- The FDA is warning of potential malfunctions in some 300,000 defibrillators manufactured by Cardiac Science Corporation which may prevent the devices from delivering lifesaving shocks but don't show up on device self-tests.
 
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    Medicine for the Outdoors

  • Essential Oil Candles as Mosquito Repellents

    Paul Auerbach, M.D.
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    From the Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association comes an interesting article by BC Muller and colleagues (J Am Mosquito Control Assoc 2008;24:154-160) entitled “Ability of Essential Oil Candles to Repel Biting Insects in High and Low Biting Pressure Environments.” Anyone who has spent much time outdoors, whether on a camping trip or enjoying a backyard picnic, has encountered the...

  • Thanks to the Exhibitors at the WMS Annual Meeting

    Paul Auerbach, M.D.
    14 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    At the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 24-29, 2009, there were a number of exhibitors. In thanks for their support of the WMS and because they had interesting products and services that I believe might be of interest to you, I'm going to mention a few of them here. The first is Katabatic Consulting and Technical Services. Katabatic offers special...

  • Thank You to CRZEGRL, FLIGHT NURSE for Grand Rounds

    Paul Auerbach, M.D.
    11 Nov 2009 | 2:32 pm
    Thank you to CRSEGRL, FLIGHT NURSE for mentioning my post about using recombinant factor VIIa for rattlesnake envenomation in this week's Grand Rounds. Grand Rounds is a weekly compilation of health care posts from around the web compiled by a host, who goes to great lengths to make the collection informative and entertaining.

  • Evidence-Based Management of Wilderness Injuries

    Paul Auerbach, M.D.
    11 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    This is the next post based upon a presentation given at the Wilderness Medical Society Annual Meeting held in Snowmass, Colorado from July 24-29, 2009. The presentation was entitled “Evidence-based Management of Wilderness Trauma with Case Studies from Vermont Search & Rescue.” It was delivered by Tim Burdick, MD, who is a Fellow of the Academy of Wilderness Medicine, Assistant Professor of...

  • Tales of A Shaman's Apprentice

    Paul Auerbach, M.D.
    10 Nov 2009 | 8:08 pm
    I just received notification from my good friend Mark Plotkin, one of the world's most accomplished ethnobotanists, about a great interview with physician Christopher Herndon about how Amazon shamans diagnose and treat disease. It is a fascinating read, so check it out.
 
 
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    Johnson & Johnson Health

  • Gastrosophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Diagnosis

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:47 am
    Gastrosophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Diagnosis Gastrosophageal Reflux Disease Diagnosis symptoms "symptoms of GERD" From: JNJhealth Views: 39 1 ratings Time: 01:37 More in Education

  • Gastrosophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Treatment

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:43 am
    Gastrosophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Treatment Gastrosophageal Reflux Disease Treatment From: JNJhealth Views: 6 0 ratings Time: 01:53 More in Education

  • Caring for an Autistic child, part 2

    18 Nov 2009 | 12:22 pm
    Caring for an Autistic child, part 2 The struggles and joys of a mother caring for her Autistic son From: JNJhealth Views: 65 0 ratings Time: 03:13 More in People & Blogs

  • Caring for an Autistic child, part 1

    18 Nov 2009 | 12:17 pm
    Caring for an Autistic child, part 1 The struggles and joys of a mother caring for her autistic son From: JNJhealth Views: 169 1 ratings Time: 02:33 More in People & Blogs

  • Caregivers - Multiple Systems Atrophy, part 2

    16 Nov 2009 | 9:12 am
    Caregivers - Multiple Systems Atrophy, part 2 Dorothy is the caregiver for Richard who suffers from Multiple Systems Atrophy, a disease related to Parkinson's. The compassion and love that she feels for him is touchingly apparent. From: JNJhealth Views: 11 0 ratings Time: 04:00 More in People & Blogs
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    CNN: Health

  • CDC: H1N1 cases down, vaccine availability grows

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:21 pm
    Health officials on Friday reported a slight decrease in H1N1 flu activity nationwide.

  • Scrutiny for cancer screenings

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:31 pm
    It's been a confusing week for women, with new guidelines for breast cancer and cervical cancer exams. Though the guidelines triggered controversy, one expert said, there could be a silver lining.

  • Vicks nasal spray recalled over bacteria

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:56 pm
    Procter & Gamble is recalling Vicks Sinex nasal spray in the United States, Britain and Germany after finding it contained bacteria, the company said.

  • What to expect in Saturday health care vote

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:22 pm
    To debate or not to debate the Senate's health care reform bill; that is the question.

  • Can your doctor spot H1N1?

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:26 am
    You know what the flu looks like, don't you? Fever, aches and pain, sometimes an upset stomach. But an estimated 10 to 50 percent of H1N1 flu cases are showing up without fever -- long thought of as the flu's defining feature.
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    Paging Dr. Gupta

  • My resolution – be more positive

    mattsloane
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:51 am
    By Val Willingham CNN Medical Producer As the year 2010 begins to sneak up on us, I am already making a list of my New Year's resolutions. There are the usual promises: eat less, exercise more. But I am also determined to adopt a more positive attitude next year and look at the glass as half full. That’s not always easy, especially during a time when friends are without work and the guy down the street can't make his mortgage payments. For some of us this year, the only thing in the glass has been sludge. But it's time to change the way we look at things and start to…

  • Nasal vaccine for 14-month-old?

    mattsloane
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:33 am
    As a feature of CNNhealth.com, our team of expert doctors will answer readers' questions. Here's a question for Dr. Gupta. From Elaine in New Jersey: I attended a clinic this weekend for the H1N1 shots, and they administered the nasal spray to my 14-month-old! According to the CDC website it should NOT be administered to children under 2 years of age! I contacted the pharmacy where the clinic was held, and they took my contact info and said we will get back to me. Can you tell me is my child at risk?? I also have a call into my pediatrician. I also contact the CDC and was told they…

  • Are H1N1 fears prompting a run on seasonal flu vaccine?

    mattsloane
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:33 am
    By Saundra Young CNN Medical Senior Producer Every year I get a seasonal flu shot. CNN sponsors flu clinics for employees, so luckily I never have to go "in search of.” My 12-year-old daughter always gets one too. So the first week in October, I called her pediatrician to schedule a seasonal flu shot. I thought I was ahead of the game. To my surprise, I was told they were out of both the shot and FluMist, but that they were expecting a new shipment mid-October. Since then I have called her office once a week. Nothing. Finally last week they told me they did not know when they would get…

  • Tracking fitness in zero G’s

    mattsloane
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:26 pm
    By Caleb Hellerman CNN Medical News senior producer The space shuttle Atlantis lifts off this afternoon, on a mission to deliver spare parts to the International Space Station. I feel an extra connection, because in the past few weeks I’ve been talking to and emailing with Dr. Robert Satcher, an astronaut and orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating cancer cases. He’s going into space for the first time, and as a preview, he and two of the NASA trainers showed off versions of his spacesuit and the treadmill that astronauts can use to stay fit while spending long months on the space…

  • Fight or flight: The chemical motivator

    annjcurley
    13 Nov 2009 | 9:46 am
    By Ashley J. WennersHerron CNN NY Medical News Intern It was the last day of winter break. I was driving to a friend’s house to say goodbye before returning to New York for the spring semester. I was stopped at an intersection when the light turned green. I pushed down the gas and saw a flash of white. Next thing I knew, I was facing the wrong way, toward oncoming traffic and I could feel the January wind rushing in through the driver’s side window I had shattered with my head. My steering wheel was stuck and hitting the brakes did nothing. I hit another car head on and side-scrapped a…
 
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    The New Republic - The Treatment Feed

  • Can't Get A Flu Shot? Don't Blame Obama

    Marin Cogan
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:25 pm
    Conservatives have been quick to blame the administration for the slow delivery of H1N1 vaccine. Not long after Obama declared the swine flu pandemic a national emergency last month--a measure that cleared the way for hospitals to make special preparations for infected patients--Missouri Representative Roy Blunt pounced on the administration’s “onerous regulatory and legal environment” as a cause for the vaccine delays. In the Weekly Standard last week, Bill Kristol held up the swine flu response as an example of the coming “big government health care”…

  • The Fate of Lady Parts in the Senate Bill

    Suzy Khimm
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:04 pm
    It’s certainly been a big news week for lady parts, as some of my lady colleagues at TNR have pointed out today. But while the conservative fear-mongering about “government rationing” is an obvious political ploy, some vital questions about how much women will have to pay for preventative care in the Democratic health-care bill have yet to be resolved. Reid’s merged Senate bill left out part of an amendment that Barbara Mikulski had successfully introduced into the Senate HELP legislation, which requires insurance companies to include…

  • Health Reform Will Make You Rich!

    Jonathan Cohn
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:34 pm
    Well, OK, maybe not rich. But it should mean higher wages, if it includes the tax on expensive health policies. That's according to Jonathan Gruber of MIT, who's been studying this and just released a new memo on the subject. As he did previously, he reverse-engineered numbers from the Joint Committee on Taxation to extrapolate wage growth. His findings? Worker wages rise by $55 billion by 2019 This amounts to almost $700 per insured household in 2019 Worker wages rise by $234 billion in aggregate over this time period This is also a very progressive wage adjustment.  In every year, the…

  • A (Small) Win for Wyden and Choice

    Jonathan Cohn
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:03 am
    Ron Wyden will have his day and, in somewhat scaled-down fashion, he'll have his way. Majority Leader Harry Reid, Finance Chairman Max Baucus, and Wyden just announced that they will be amending health care legislation to include a compromise version of Wyden's free choice amendment. A press statement explains the details of the deal, which culminated weeks of hardball negotiations: Under the Senate legislation as it is currently written, Americans with employer-provided coverage, whose income is below 400 percent of the federal poverty level and whose premiums are between 8 and 9.8 percent…

  • Making an Exchange

    Jonathan Cohn
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:26 am
    Few elements of reform are more critical to its overall success than the success of the new insurance exchanges, through which small businesses and individuals without access to affordable company health plans will buy coverage. And although the issue hasn't gotten much attention, there's a pretty stark difference of opinion over how to design them.  The model for a successful exchange is the Massachusetts "Connector" and its management of what's known as the "Commonwealth Care" program. But, as readers may recall from a few weeks ago, not all of the bills in Congress…
 
 
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    Washington Post

  • H1N1 cases fall in U.S. but could rise with Thanksgiving travel, gatherings

    Rob Stein
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    The level of swine flu activity in the United States appears to be declining, although officials are worried about another increase of cases during the Thanksgiving holiday when many people travel and families gather.

  • For bubbly Va. 6-year-old, swine flu's attack came quick and strong

    Brigid Schulte
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:25 am
    JETERSVILLE, VA. -- On Wednesday, Oct. 7, 6-year-old Heaven Skyler Wilson dragged herself off the school bus that dropped her in front of her home on a rural road in Jetersville, just south of Richmond. The little girl, who had never had so much as an ear infection in her life, was pale and fever...

  • Women can wait until age 21 for cervical cancer test, group says

    Rob Stein
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Women can delay having their first Pap test for cervical cancer until they turn 21 and many can wait longer to go back for follow-up screenings, according to new guidelines released Friday by a major medical group.

  • How to help your overweight child

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    18 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Marc Jacobson, who practices pediatric and adolescent medicine in Great Neck, N.Y., and is a spokesman for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), acknowledges the challenges parents face in helping their kids maintain a healthful weight.

  • Making up a sport can push the limits of your body and your creativity

    Vicky Hallett
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Rich Williamson and his girlfriend were talking about kids. Not necessarily whether they'd have them, but what sport their hypothetical offspring might play. "I don't want my children to play football. It's too violent," the 38-year-old Alexandria resident decided. Baseball was deemed boring. And as...
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  • Cigarettes harbor many pathogenic bacteria

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am
    The research team describes the study as the first to show that cigarettes themselves could be the direct source of exposure to a wide array of potentially pathogenic microbes among smokers and other people exposed to secondhand smoke.

  • The Digital Divide: Why Grandma Should Get Online

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:20 pm
    Going online may help seniors overcome depression. Grandma doesn't spend much time online — but she would be better off if she did, researchers agree. Only 42 percent of people over 65 are online, compared to 92 percent of ages 18-29.

  • Fla. jury awards $300 million in ex-smoker's suit

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:20 pm
    A South Florida jury on Thursday ordered Philip Morris USA to pay $300 million to a former smoker, agreeing that the tobacco company's negligence was the cause of her emphysema. The award for Cindy Naugle, 61, is the largest to date among thousands of lawsuits filed in the state against tobacco companies.

  • Medibots: The world's smallest surgeons

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:30 pm
    The surgeons of tomorrow will include tiny robots that enter our bodies and do their work from the inside, with no need to open patients up or knock them out. While nanobots that swim through the blood are still in the realm of fantasy, several groups are developing devices a few millimetres in size.

  • Immune tribe 'indicates CJD hope'

    19 Nov 2009 | 10:30 pm
    Darwinian natural selection could help halt human "mad cow disease", experts say after finding a tribe impervious to a related fatal brain disorder.
 
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    The Fit Shack

  • 5 Ways High Self-Esteem Makes Weight Loss Easy

    JoLynn Braley
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:40 pm
    High self-esteem is the cornerstone of every single area of your life and if you had it you likely would not have much interest in The Fit Shack. Why? Because if you were rockin’ a life in high self-esteem you’d have the accompanying self-worth, inner integrity, and bottom-line respect for YOU to live in a body that you completely love and adore. A fit, healthy, sexy body. However it is possible that you do have high self-esteem and are overweight and therefore the reason you are here is because you are seeking a step-by-step action plan that will get you the results…

  • My Butt Is Disappearing and Other Cool Stuff

    JoLynn Braley
    17 Nov 2009 | 1:58 pm
    I sent an email to my list earlier this week to alert them to the fact that I’m doing a fun, free call for them and yes, you can come, too! What’s funny though, is that when I emailed them (and also wrote the post that I published here yesterday) I shared that I had already dropped 11 pounds in the past 4 weeks. Well today, as I write this, the update is that it’s 12.5 pounds. And that’s without being “perfect”. Yes, that’s 12.5 pounds of fat I released over the past 4 weeks and my butt is disappearing. Well, not totally disappearing of course, but it…

  • Stop Fearing Holiday Weight Gain & Lose Weight Instead!

    JoLynn Braley
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:09 pm
    I’ve dropped 11 pounds in just the last 4 weeks and that was with eating (quite a bit of!) Halloween candy. What’s my “secret”? If you’re fearing the holidays and the yearly holiday weight gain then come join me on the free telecall I’m doing about this very subject. I’ve gotta tell you right now that the coolest thing is that for the first time in over 10 years I am not at all fearing the holidays. Not one bit. Instead I am totally confident without any more lingering: Fear. No more fear of the holiday food that will be around. No more fear of…

  • 5 Ways Low Self-Esteem Affects Your Weight

    JoLynn Braley
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:21 pm
    Are you still thinking that your weight problem is all about the food? Are you still stuck in the cycle of, “when I lose weight, then I’ll be happy”? Well I can tell you from my personal experience, as well as the past experience of my clients, that that does not work. It does not work to take only physical action to lose weight in an effort to “get happy” while ignoring the real reasons you gained weight in the first place. In fact, if you are even able to take physical action without struggle and you do end up reaching your goal weight, you will still be…

  • What Are YOU Worth?

    JoLynn Braley
    9 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    What are you worth? What is your value? If you look at it from purely a spiritual perspective, every human being is worthy of all of the abundance the Universe has to offer. However that is not the topic of my question today. I am asking YOU… what are YOU worth? What ARE You Worth?? Are you worth a trip to the grocery store for some whole foods or are you worth a steady diet of fast food? Are you worth a walk around the block or are you worth laying on the couch, overeating on chinese food and brownies, and watching T.V. all night long? Are you worth a new, cute top, a pair of jeans…
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    Live Well 360

  • Time For a New Workout Playlist

    Sheila
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Having a playlist of your favorite songs to listen to while your working out can make all the difference in the world. Sometimes, good tunes can be the make or break between a kickin workout and just... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Mango and Berry Frothy Smoothie

    Sheila
    13 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    When I am in a hurry and need food fast, I love making smoothies – the perfect healthy on-the-go meal or snack. They are great because you can alter them to fit your caloric needs. If it is more of a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Tweet Your Way to Weight-Loss

    Sheila
    10 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm
    Yep, you read correctly, how would you like to be able to tweet your weight, for all of your Twitter followers to see? [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Not Your Average Pumpkin Oats

    Sheila
    9 Nov 2009 | 7:49 am
    Normally you wouldn’t think that kiwi, banana, and pumpkin go well together, but they do! I had a left over kiwi that needed to be used up, and well… I am always looking for new oatmeal combinations,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • When To Stop Trying So Hard

    Sheila
    6 Nov 2009 | 8:25 am
    We are taught that setting goals is a good thing. It helps us to be productive to have a specific, tangible achievement in mind with a rock solid end date. But what if in setting goals, we are... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
 
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    MSNBC

  • Clearing up cancer screening confusion

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:17 pm
    Several doctors groups and advocacy groups set guidelines for cancer screening, and they update that advice periodically as new information emerges.

  • Swine flu may have hit peak, but not over yet

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:37 pm
    The pandemic of swine flu may be hitting a peak across much of the globe, health officials said on Friday, but they cautioned it was far from over.

  • Childhood vaccine cost to drop next year

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:12 pm
    Starting next year an extra 6.3 million children worldwide will have the chance to feel that pinch and get vaccinated against some of the world's deadliest illnesses.

  • Deadly job? Funeral workers risk cancer

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:52 pm
    Morticians who use formaldehyde to embalm bodies have a higher risk of leukemia, researchers reported on Friday.

  • Heavy college students must pass fitness class

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:24 pm
    A Pennsylvania university's requirement that overweight students take a fitness course to graduate has raised the hackles of students and the eyebrows of health and legal experts.
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    Canadian Medicine

  • Recommended reading: Lapham's Quarterly

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:04 pm
    The latest issue of the excellent and unusual journal Lapham's Quarterly, edited by former Harper's editor Lewis Lapham, is full of readings on the subject of medicine from writers from ancient Greece through modern times.It's worth getting the whole thing, but you can get a taste online.Read a page from the Nuremberg trials about experiments conducted on Nazi prisoners. Learn how leprosy was diagnosed in France in 1320: "... make the patient cover his eyes so that he cannot see, and say, 'Look out, I'm going to prick you!' and do not prick him. Then say, 'I pricked you on the foot,' and if…

  • What's in the news: Nov. 18 -- Will feds permit a supervised Vancouver crack-smoking site?

    17 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Trying to make crack saferVancouver may get a supervised crack-smoking clinic. PHS Community Services, which also operates the supervised injection site Insite, would like to set up the crack-smoking clinic but federal officials would have to provide an exemption to the relevant drug-control laws. [Globe and Mail] Needless to say, the idea is a controversial one. [Vancouver Courier]Emergency military mental-health team formedThe Canadian Forces created an emergency mental-health squad to respond to soldiers' urgent psychological problems. Major Rakesh Jetly, mental health adviser to the…

  • Lunchtime laugh

    17 Nov 2009 | 9:50 am
    Need a break from the endless procession of patients asking about the H1N1 flu shot? Check out this blog post by Dr Rob Lamberts (right), a popular blogger and internist/pediatrician from Georgia, titled "If You Had To Code Your Life."Dr Rob has applied ICD-9 codes to every aspect of his morning:PLACE OF OCCURRENCE, HOME ICD-E849.0 6:00 AMAlarm goes off. Hit snooze button. CIRCADIAN RHYTHM SLEEP D/O IRREG SLEEPWAKE TYPE ICD-327.336:30Alarm goes off for third time. Ready to hit snooze button, but knee in ribs from wife prevents more snooze button procrastination. CONTUSION OF CHEST WALL…

  • What's in the news: Nov. 12 -- Addictions MDs oppose mandatory minimums

    11 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Addictions physicians oppose mandatory-minimum sentencingThe Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, based in Toronto, announced its opposition to Bill C-15, federal legislation that would create mandatory-minimum sentences for drug crimes. "The evidence from the U.S. and other jurisdictions tells us that mandatory minimum sentences are most effective at increasing prison populations and the cost of jailing them," CAMH deputy director Wayne Skinner told a Senate committee. "Reducing the demand for illicit drugs by investing in addiction treatment, including drug treatment courts, have proven…

  • The 7 best medical smartphone apps

    9 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    There’s revolution in the air, and it's called Wi-Fi. Wireless-internet-equipped smartphones like iPhones, BlackBerrys and Palms are more than just new variations on your trusty pager or your cell: smartphones are changing the way some physicians practice."Times have changed in the PDA world,” says Dr Paul Arnold, a Toronto emergency physician who used to edit the Medical Palm Review. The difference now? On-the-go internet access via Wi-Fi or 3G networking."It definitely has changed the way we do medicine," says Vancouver family medicine resident Jessica Otte. "I can get the information I…
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    Yahoo! News: Health News

  • GOP: Health test recommendations could affect care (AP)

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:39 am
    AP - Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care — and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul.

  • Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops (Reuters)

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:29 pm
    Reuters - Past the security man and his pit bull and through a haze of eye-watering smoke, two youths load up a pipe next to a row of shiny glass jars with two dozen varieties of marijuana bud displayed like candy.

  • Fired therapist: Stressed Marines get shoddy care (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:59 pm
    AP - Marines treated at Camp Lejeune for post-traumatic stress had to undergo therapy for months in temporary trailers where they could hear bomb blasts, machine-gun fire and war cries through the thin walls, according to servicemen and their former psychiatrist.

  • Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported in NC (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:18 pm
    AP - Four North Carolina patients at a single hospital tested positive for a type of swine flu that is resistant to Tamiflu, health officials said Friday.

  • Pa. university students upset about fitness class (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:52 pm
    AP - A Pennsylvania university's requirement that overweight undergraduates take a fitness course to receive their degrees has raised the hackles of students and the eyebrows of health and legal experts.
 
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    WHO news

  • WHO welcomes announcement of major contribution to global road safety

    18 Nov 2009 | 6:30 am
    18 November 2009 -- Bloomberg Philanthropies announced a five-year contribution to WHO and other agencies to support road safety work. The focus will be on reducing drink-driving, increasing the use of seatbelts, child restraints and motorcycle helmets, limiting speed, and strengthening trauma care.

  • Yellow fever vaccination campaign to start

    17 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    17 November 2009 -- The largest-ever yellow fever mass vaccination campaign will kick off next week across three African countries. The week-long event will target 11.9 million people across Benin, Liberia and Sierra Leone, all three of which are at high risk of yellow fever outbreaks.

  • Agreement for donation of pandemic H1N1 vaccine signed

    10 Nov 2009 | 1:30 am
    10 November 2009 -- GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is to donate 50 million doses of pandemic H1N1 vaccine to WHO under an agreement signed at WHO headquarters in Geneva by the WHO Director-General, Dr Margaret Chan, and the Chief Executive Officer of GlaxoSmithKline, Mr Andrew Witty.

  • WHO calls for action beyond the health sector to improve the health of girls and women

    8 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    9 November 2009 -- Despite some progress in the past decades, societies continue to fail to meet the health care needs of women at key moments of their lives, particularly in their adolescent years and in old age, a WHO report has found.

  • Reducing child deaths from pneumonia

    1 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    2 November 2009 -- Up to 5.3 million children can be saved from dying of pneumonia by implementing recommendations set out in the joint WHO/UNICEF Global action plan for the prevention and control of pneumonia. "This action plan provides the strategy to prevent and control pneumonia, which today kills more children than any other illness," said Dr Margaret Chan, Director-General of WHO.
 
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    Calorielab

  • How to spot a good workout trainer, and Sweden’s stairway to fitness

    robert
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:59 pm
    Before you put someone in charge of your body, they should put your mind at ease Let’s say you’re considering joining a fitness class or exercise group of some kind, and you want to be reasonably sure that you’re being led by a good fitness instructor or trainer. What criteria do you use? What signs do you look for? For the answers, yours truly turned to an article from the Los Angeles Examiner, given that LA is probably the fitness instruction and training capital of the western hemisphere, and the locals should have plenty of experience in this area. In a nutshell, here is…

  • Child nutrition reauthorization gets rolling

    sarah
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:06 am
    Every five years Congress reconsiders the Child Nutrition Act, which lays out the rules for school breakfasts and lunches and reauthorizes other food and nutrition programs. The most recent authorization took place in 2004 and expired at the end of September, and Congress is just getting started on hearings for this year’s reauthorization. The Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Environment Committee had its first hearing on the issue this week, and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack told the committee that the reauthorization presents an opportunity for the government to do…

  • Obesity noted as America’s most pressing health problem

    sarah
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:34 pm
    It doesn’t really seem like news to those of us who follow the staggering weight gain and associated health problems that have been plaguing America for years, but a new study from the United Health Foundation, Partnership for Prevention and American Public Health Association says that obesity rates could rise to 40 percent of the population by 2018, and health spending on the problem will rise to around $344 billion, four times the current rate of spending. That means that 21 percent of healthcare dollars will be spent on obesity and related ailments, up from an already significant 9…

  • Biggest Loser season 8, episode 10: Sporting a New Look

    CalorieLab
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:28 am
    With “The Biggest Loser” finale only a few weeks away, Alison let contestants know that once they left the ranch they’d be an inspiration to others. To prepare them, she said they would give a speech, and then she introduced them to Tim Gunn from “Project Runaway.” First, Tim took the contestants shopping for new outfits, and then they moved on to hair and makeup. Soon after their makeovers, Tim surprised them with a visit from their loved ones, and then they each took the stage and gave inspiring and emotional speeches. Swinging toward inspiration Back at the…

  • Surviving holiday meals: a refresher course for dieters

    robert
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:18 am
    Fun, fellowship and constant challenges to your willpower It’s that time again! In just one week we enter the dreaded Holiday Season, that chunk of the calendar from Thanksgiving Day to whenever they get around to playing the Super Bowl, a period just brimming over with events at which eating is one of the main activities, and in some cases the whole idea. It’s 10 weeks of caloric temptation and overkill, a kind of Bataan Death March for the average dieter’s nutritional good intentions. The challenge for multitudes of us becomes preventing that 10 weeks from translating into…
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    Diet Blog

  • On-Off Fasting: Does It Work?

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:57 am
    A small study carried out at the University of Illinois suggests that "on-off fasting" (fasting on alternate days) may help obese people to lose weight and to lower their cholesterol levels. Continue reading...

  • 400 Calorie Fix

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:24 am
    Prevention Editor-in-Chief Liz Vaccariello (remember the Flat Belly Diet?) is back with the 400 Calorie Fix. If you read Prevention you are probably aware of the 400 Calorie column - which focuses on menus and meals that total up to 400 Calories.Continue reading...

  • 5 Factor World Diet

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:06 am
    Looking for a new diet? Diet season is almost upon us, and as silly as it seems, January is the month where people go and buy diet books. Publishers know this and hold back releases until January. The 5 Factor World Diet is on its way. It follows on from 5 Factor Fitness and the 5 Factor Diet (I guess it follows that you keep writing sequels every few years to hit all the repeat dieters). Continue reading...

  • Quick Giveaway: Powerhouse Weight Loss Game

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:10 pm
    Powerhouse Performance Coaching have offered a free game (worth $19.99). Hit the Deck is a simple game that uses a timer and cards: "Set the timer, draw your first card, and do as many repetitions as you can. When the timer beeps, draw your next card." The length of your workout will be determined by how many cards you perform and the duration you set on the programmable interval timer. If you are short on time, keep it quick and only choose a few cards. If you've got more time, select more cards and even repeat the cycle over as many times as you can take it! Simple, but actually looks quite…

  • Lola: The Weight Loss Chocolate

    contactus@diet-blog.com
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:02 pm
    Weight loss chocolate Lola was unveiled at a European chocolate show (wish I'd had an invite to that). The makers Cocoa Bio claim the consumer will "immediately feel a sensation of pleasure and will detect that we have eaten an appetite satisfying food thus reducing the feeling of hunger and making us feel better" (note this is an English translation). Personally I think it's the slime green color. One look at what you're eating and you're sure to put the chocolate box down.Continue reading...
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    Starling Fitness

  • PostSecret: Gastric Bypass Hypocrite

    Laura Moncur
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:18 am
    This postcard from PostSecret made me really think. It reads: Six months ago, I had gastric bypass, have lost 100 lbs. and have never felt better. I am terrified that the conversations with my daughter about body image, self-confidence and loving who you are will make me a hypocrite. I think gastric bypass is a bad idea. It’s dangerous (1 out of 200 die within 30 days of the surgery). I really don’t consider the risk of the surgery to be worth it. Then again, we don’t know everything about the human body. It may be that in the future, we will know EXACTLY what causes obesity…

  • Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-17

    Laura Moncur
    16 Nov 2009 | 11:32 pm
    RT @DDRdiva: http://twitpic.com/p0dif – I'm moonwalking with MJ on #Wii We Cheer # RT @whyisjake: I am totally digging these reproduction vintage Health & Safety WPA posters! http://is.gd/4RPHV #

  • Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-10

    Laura Moncur
    9 Nov 2009 | 11:32 pm
    WRONG!! "Get pleasure out of life…as much as you can. Nobody ever died from pleasure." – Sol Hurok http://tqpage.com/2787 # This review from @DDRdiva makes me want to buy We Cheer 2 for my Wii. I haven't had a exergame obsession for a while. http://wp.me/pzT7L-bi # RT @motivation: "The here and now is all we have, and if we play it right it's all we'll need." – Ann Richards http://tqpage.com/39137 # RT @epersonae: Dawn bike ride was beautiful, lots of pink & gold clouds, fog on the lake, plus the just-past-full moon in the west. # RT…

  • A Good Pair of Shoes for Walking

    Laura Moncur
    8 Nov 2009 | 1:28 pm
    When I am wearing a good pair of shoes for walking, I am much more willing to do something active. For example, today, we were trying to decide what to do with our lazy Sunday. When a visit to Park City turned into a marathon walk around the outdoor outlet mall, I didn’t even think about it. Had I been wearing more fashionable shoes, I would have complained and gotten FAR less exercise. Never underestimate the power of sensible shoes.

  • The Perfect Running Video from Michael Verdi

    Laura Moncur
    6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    Michael Verdi has been running a lot lately. While listening to the new Flaming Lips album, Embryonic, he had a musical epiphany that lead to this awesome running video. It’s only a snippet of a song and a really short video, but it feels like running to me. Thanks for such a great video, Verdi! Visit his website and read the whole story here: Embryonic – Michael Verdi
 
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    Fat Man Unleashed

  • Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event Day 2 – Quick Recap of Activities

    Israel Lagares
    14 Nov 2009 | 6:27 pm
    Today was day 2 of my time here in California for the Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event. I’m going to keep this update brief, since it’s just too much info to post, plus I have to be downstairs in less than an hour for dinner (dont’ want to hold anyone up). It started with us meeting in the lobby at 7 AM. I met the other bloggers plus some of the Nutrilite Staff. We were driven to the Nutrilite Center for Optimal Health for our health assessments. I am looking forward to those results, which will be mailed to us. Here is a group photo of us in front of the Nutrilite Center for…

  • Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event Day 1 – Late Flight

    Israel Lagares
    13 Nov 2009 | 5:12 pm
    Today was a wack day. I had a late flight from Tampa to California for the Nutrilite Sport Blogger Event. After a long day of flying I finally checked into Hotel Avia. Man, is this place nice! Right in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, it’s a nice looking as their website implies. Yep. It feels like Florida out here. I was flown out here by Nutrilite as part of an inside look into the Nutrilite Health Institute Center for Optimal Health. It’s already late so I haven’t had a chance to meet any of the other bloggers that are here. Some of them you might have heard of: John…

  • Cold Weather Workouts Help Me Train Harder

    Israel Lagares
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:50 am
    Finally! I’m so glad the cold weather is starting to settle-in down here in Florida. Maybe it’s because I can’t stand sweating profusely, but I find that working out in the cold helps me train harder. I think back to my football days and reminisce about practicing in the cold. We’d get out of practice without breaking a sweat, or so it seemed. We did sweat, but it wasn’t as bad as during the Summer. When I’m working out in the cold I feel like Rocky. Remember that scene when he has a full beard and is carrying a log? Or was it dragging it? Well,…

  • Wishy-Washy and…We’re Back!

    Israel Lagares
    1 Oct 2009 | 9:49 pm
    Wow, the site was down for I don’t even know how long. Too much! Somehow we got hacked and our database was corrupted. But Fat Man Unleashed was able to survive! Thanks to my trusty back-ups and through some hard work/countless hours I managed to get us back on track. Sounds like my weight loss journey. Ha. Seriously though, we were down for several days and I was locked out for a long time. Things should be back to normal now. I’m just glad the site is back up, people were probably beginning to think I abandoned them being all wishy-washy. You know, like I am… This is an…

  • Show Off the Fat and Go Shirtless at 284 Lbs

    Israel Lagares
    17 Sep 2009 | 7:02 pm
    Click here to view the embedded video. That’s right. I go shirtless. I made this video back in July and haven’t gotten around to posting it. But I figured I’d do it since NO ONE is going shirtless in the weight loss blog world until AFTER they have lost the weight, and that includes Muata!!! So..there it goes. I went shirtless at 284 lbs DURING my weight loss journey. The video pretty much speaks for itself… Thoughts??? This is an article from FatManUnleashed.com's Healthy Weight Loss and Fitness Blog. Show Off the Fat and Go Shirtless at 284 Lbs
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    EcoSalon

  • In: Convoys. Out: Carpools

    Liz Lewis
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Commuting could take on a whole new meaning with theSafe Road Trains for the Environment (SARTRE) research project funded by the European Commission. The project, based on the concept of linking vehicles together using wireless sensors, is aimed at finding an inexpensive and environmentally friendly way of getting cars to travel together, convoy style. The way to do this, according to project SARTRE, is to create road trains of up to eight separate vehicles – cars, buses, and trucks – which has the potential not only to reduce fuel consumption, but also improve journey times…

  • Track My T Please

    Amy DuFault
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Anvil CSR The t-shirt. How many are crammed in your drawers? You may not think of this everyday fashion staple as making a big eco dent, but if you trace the tee you’ll quickly see how it can work as an effective instrument for change. Anvil Knitwear, sponsor of Track My T, is a new interactive web site that chronicles the journey and environmental impact of a t-shirt, from cottonseed to consumer. The site aims to show you the impact, but in a creative way. The company recently added the educational program to compliment their mission and CSR bottom line, adding to an already impressive…

  • Cycle Style Gets in Gear: 4 Tips for Being Chic on 2 Wheels

    Anna Brones
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Cycling: It’s eco-friendly and good for your heart. Even so, conventional bike fashion and gear has presented a road block from switching out four wheels for two as an alternative mode of transportation. For the stylish set, those visions of unflattering spandex and cumbersome helmets don’t exactly make you want to hop on a bike to ride to that job interview or catch cocktails with the new flame. But an upswing in the popularity of biking means two-wheel fashion is climbing to new heights. The era of cycle chic is upon us! Here are four ways to dress for sustainable cycling…

  • Flash in the Pantry: 8 Ways to Make Storing Less Boring!

    Luanne Bradley
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Who says the pantry has to be a catch-all black hole for prolonging that shelf life? That’s what high school lockers are for! It’s time to take stock in our most commonly used household storage nook, and make it as inviting as a vintage general store (with a modern green twist, of course). Open pantries offer easy access for the organic gardener and cook, but also should look tidy since they are exposed to your visitors. Mine is en route to the powder room. Yep, that’s country life. I find it’s easy to arrange a cool display of dry goods, serving dishes and other odds…

  • 8 Eco Terms Everyone Should Know: From COP15 to Astro-Turfing

    Susan Chaityn Lebovits
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Sustainability has become so ingrained into my life that sometimes I inadvertently assume everyone knows what I’m talking about. My days are filled with issues such as Climate Change, renewable energy, recycling, LEED buildings, CO2 sensors, de-lamping and composting. The reason for this is because when I’m not writing for EcoSalon, I’m the communications specialist for sustainability at Boston University. On my way to work last week I was listening to the radio, surfing between Lady Gaga and NPR when I heard the uber-clever green moniker AstroTurfing. Astroturfing, taken from the root…
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  • Friday Private Practice Physical Musings

    Larry Benz
    13 Nov 2009 | 11:19 am
    On wayto PPS National Meeting for a presentation tomorrow entitled Charity Good For Business? I am gong to have participants text or twitter me questions and feedback during the presentation.  We shall see how it goes. Online access courtesy of Delta airlines for $12.95.  Data shows that few people actually pay this-similar to the phones that used to be in airplanes. My guess is airlines will all go this route anyway-similar to PT practices that get a biodex, BTE, or any capital intensive piece of equipment just because their competor has obtained it. Enjoyed…

  • OCS Exam 2010: How Are you Preparing and How Do You Know You Are You Ready?

    Rob Wainner
    9 Nov 2009 | 7:51 am
    I remember back to 1994 when I was preparing to take the OCS board exam. I had to deal with the universal question everyone asks who decides to take it: “how in the heck do I prepare for this?!” I ended up spending hours putting together a static homemade study guide (the only option then as the internet wasn’t widely accessible). I have fielded the same question from many therapists over the years, thinking eventually I might be able to recommend to them an excellent resource dedicated for the one purpose of preparing them to take the exam. Unfortunately, none ever materialized....not…

  • Physical Therapy and Spinal Cord Injury

    Selena Horner
    7 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am
    The choices people make and why they make them captivates me.  For a couple of days, I've been thinking about how to convey, in a kind way, something I read.  The mom's choices and actions didn't bother me - she's really doing what any good mom would do.  What bothered me, "I would call physical therapy places... they either didn't have the equipment, or the manpower or they didn't take my insurance." So, the daughter is now 2 years or so post spinal cord injury and this is what she states about the recovery center her family owns, "There's no other type of therapy place that offers hope…

  • EIM 2nd Annual Elevator Pitch Contest Deadline!!

    Larry Benz
    5 Nov 2009 | 9:26 am
    Don’t forget that EIM’s 30 Second Elevator Pitches on why physical therapy is the Best First ChoiceTM in musculoskeletal care are due on November 30th. Top prize is $1000, second is $500, and third is $250! Check out Elevator Pitch info on Wikipedia or see last year’s winners… first, second, and third places. Video and Audio submissions are taken via email @ elevatorpitch@evidenceinmotion.com Rules: • MUST answer “Why Physical Therapy is the Best First ChoiceTM for musculoskeletal care?” • 25-30 Seconds (no longer, no shorter) • Individuals Only • Must be a PT Student or…

  • Spending Money to Save Money-Innovation vs. Marketing

    Larry Benz
    3 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am
    I recently had a sandwich prepared with white wheat bread.  It is essentially whole wheat bread “disguised” as traditional white bread.  The intent I guess is to provide for me a healthier option without me really knowing it.  Not sure this qualifies as innovation or marketing. The same is true of for IBM’s decision as reported in Oct 29th WSJ article regarding dropping co-pays for primary care visits.  IBM is one of largest employers in the US and spends about $1.3 Billion on healthcare.  Because they are self-insured, they carefully watch every…
 
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    Stirrup Queens

  • 164th Friday Blog Roundup

    Lollipopgoldstein
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:25 am
    Jeanne Claude, Christo’s wife, died this week.  She was only 74.  They were still working on the same project I heard them speaking about back in 1995–fabric panels over a river in Colorado. I broke up with my boyfriend at the time over Christo and Jeanne Claude.  There had been a limited number of tickets given [...]

  • The 79th Circle Time: The Show and Tell Weekly Thread (yes, it was my anniversary edition)

    Lollipopgoldstein
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:07 pm
    Show and Tell is wasted on elementary schoolers. Join several dozen bloggers weekly to show off an item, tell a story, and get the attention of the class. In other words, this is Show and Tell 2.0. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you have never posted before and just [...]

  • Bay

    Lollipopgoldstein
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:17 am
    A few days after I lost my grandmother, the traveling began and it kept everything at bay for two weeks.  There wasn’t time to sit and think; if I was at home, I was moving the twins through life or preparing for a trip or cleaning up from a past one. And I knew this would [...]

  • At This Exact Moment in Time

    Lollipopgoldstein
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:35 am
    I have been having wonderful luck lately with meeting other bloggers.  Last week, it was Serenity and Somewhat Ordinary.  This week, it was Baby Shmaybe, To Baby and Beyond, and Palemother. Last weekend, I was in Detroit doing a book reading.  What?  You don’t have a copy of Navigating the Land of If?  Well, you should [...]

  • Up, Up, and Away

    Lollipopgoldstein
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:38 pm
    There’s an astronaut, currently on the Atlantis, who will be missing the birth of his child.  Which, you know, sucks hardcore on a base level, but add to that the fact that the couple is infertile and were told she would never be able to maintain a pregnancy and well…I think you all understand. As Josh [...]
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    Children's Village Expansion Campaign

  • Expansion Campaign: Progress continues.

    CV News
    26 Oct 2009 | 10:55 am
    The ongoing expansion is progressing well. Here’s the latest… [View with PicLens]

  • High Schoolers raising funds for Children’s Village

    Anne C.
    19 Oct 2009 | 8:38 am
    Helping children with special health care needs, Yakima Children’s Village is currently expanding its building to accommodate more services to help children in the area. This video features Family, Career and Community Leaders of America and their fund raising efforts.

  • Children’s Village Community Room

    Anne C.
    29 Sep 2009 | 3:09 pm
    View the ongoing progress of Children’s Village Community Room. [View with PicLens]

  • Making Going to the dentist fun

    CV News
    18 Sep 2009 | 12:26 pm
    At Children’s Village it is always about children and it is always about FUN! With the construction of the new dental area well underway, it was necessary to board up the windows that children used to gaze out during their dental services. So.. today the amazing Children’s Village dental staff painted the boards so that children receiving dental care would have something fun to look at while receiving very important dental care. This is especially important for children with special needs, who can be challenging to get a into the dental chair- and stay there. At Children’s…

  • Swine Flu Prevention

    Anne C.
    2 Sep 2009 | 2:18 pm
    Stay happy and healthy with Elmo as he explains swine flu prevention techniques.
 
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    Mizfit Online

  • First Person Friday (Lotus Pad giveaway post).

    MizFit
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Im so glad it is finally FRIDAY. I cant even say my week was busier than usual as,  if anything , it was *easier*  and s-l-o-w-e-r than last week. We threw the Tornado an early Im 4, People! Check me out! birthday party last Saturday and it was PINKtastic but the planning was also PINKhectic. (My apologies if you follow me on Twitter.  I should be shedding followers for the amount Ive lamented as of late.  Our heat broke. Our a/c broke. My phone completely died. Yada yada yada Ive been a tremendous Tweetwhiner.) As a result today’s post is short and sweet. It all boiled down to a…

  • National Diabetes Awareness Month: a personal post.

    MizFit
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:55 pm
    Many thanks to Biz for taking the time to write this post and share so much with us. “Diabetes is a Manageable Disease” Whenever I read that sentence in doctors office literature, on-line or in diabetes magazines, I sometimes shake my head.  Yes, diabetes IS a manageable disease – but the left out the “micro” management part! When I was first diagnosed with diabetes, I was put on oral medication and told to diet and exercise.  My sister and I had just finished a year with Weight Watchers – this was 1999 – and both successfully lost 70 pounds.  I felt great! I maintained that…

  • Tweetsgiving 2009.

    MizFit
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    We’ve talked before about the power of gratitude and how much we receive when we make the time to volunteer and help others. Studies have shown that there actually exists a sort of Helpers High which occurs post-volunteering/kind act. This burst of euphoria/endorphins followed by a long period of immense calm is only one of many positive physical manifestation of acts of kindness. Stress related health problems have been shown to decrease following volunteering/kind acts and, amazingly, the health benefits/sense of well being can return for hours or even days merely when the helping act…

  • MizFit Exposed.

    MizFit
    17 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    To be honest, when Michelle from eatingjourney emailed and asked me to join in her Exposed blogger movement I had absolutely no intention of doing my own Exposed post. It wasnt that I didnt think it was an amazing & powerful concept idea because I entirely did. When I worked as a counselor for college-aged women Id launch all of our groups with an exercise Id imagine many of you are familiar with. Id present them with butcher paper & ask them to draw what they though the outline of their body would look like. Next Id have them plop on the paper & Id trace them and we’d…

  • PLAYout not WORKout: hopscotch (video post).

    MizFit
    15 Nov 2009 | 11:56 pm
    Then, as so frequently happens, the student  surpassed… the teacher. UPDATE: Friday’s phone call/teleseminar was really fun. Thanks to all of you who joined us/asked questions live. You can listen to the recording here. How long? Im not sure as it’s not my technology….
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    A Trail Runner's Blog

  • Boston Marathon is Full!

    Scott Dunlap
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:07 pm
    Wow! 25,000 entrants registered by November 15th, and the Boston Marathon has reached capacity and closed for registration well ahead of schedule. I hope you got the previous notice last week!If not, have no worries. There are plenty of great races going on that same time. You've got the Charlottesville Marathon, the Marin Marathon (following weekend), the Big Sur Marathon (the following weekend), the Salt Lake City Marathon, the Kansas Marathon, the River City Marathon in Sacramento, the Diablo Marathon, the Skyline to the Sea 50k (following weekend), the Ruth Anderson 50k/50m/100k, the…

  • Fast Fun at the Lithia Loop Marathon

    Scott Dunlap
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:10 pm
    Last Saturday, I had the great pleasure of joining 150 marathoners for the Lithia Loop Marathon in Ashland, OR. This year was the USATF National Trail Marathon Championships, so fast runners came from all over the US to check out the awesome weekend put on by the Rogue Valley Runners. Good food, great people, amazing volunteers, and a course that ends in a park where I played every day as a five year old. It would surely be memorable!(Serene Ashland Creek)From the moment you arrive in Ashland, you know it’s a special place. The people are smiling, wildlife abounds, and every organic…

  • Want to Boston in 2010? Better sign up soon...

    Scott Dunlap
    6 Nov 2009 | 5:12 pm
    Are you planning to do the Boston Marathon in April, 2010? If so, you may want to register ASAP. Rumor has it that it's filling up very quickly this year and may reach capacity as early as next week. I know many of you ran some great BQ times this year, so be sure to commit! Especially you crazies going for the Boston2BigSur Double (remember, you need to sign up for Big Sur AND Boston).You can register online here for $130.- SD

  • Kami Semick wins IAU 50k World Trophy in Gibraltar

    Scott Dunlap
    3 Nov 2009 | 3:48 pm
    Kami Semick added a 50k world championship onto her 100k world championship this year, with Michael Wardian getting the bronze for the US. A great showing! Congratulations, both of you.MEDIA ALERT – November 3, 2009 Kami Semick Wins, Michael Wardian Takes Third, At The IAU 50K World Trophy 2009Gibraltar, Spain, set the stage for The North Face athletes to take top honors in 50K race The North Face athlete Kami Semick took first place, women, in the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU) 50K World Trophy 2009, in Gibraltar, Spain. She won with a time of 3:29:48. The North Face…

  • Tempo Fun Run at the Dean Karnazes Silicon Valley Half Marathon

    Scott Dunlap
    28 Oct 2009 | 3:20 pm
    Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of joining 3,000 runners for the Dean Karnazes Silicon Valley 5k/Half Marathon/Marathon in San Jose, CA. It was a wonderful romp through San Jose that introduced me to some great running areas, and a chance to test my speed at the half marathon distance.Just when I thought Dean's announcement from the Chicago Marathon was big time branding (he thanked his sponsor, Volkswagen...whoa!), lo and behold a marathon that bears his name and face. He's definitely in a whole new stratosphere this year. I said hi to Dean and his wife after he spoke at the Expo on…
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    Marijke: nurse turned writer

  • Needle Picks and Nurse Fears

    Marijke Durning
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:07 pm
    I've been a nurse for over 25 years. While I've picked myself occasionally with clean needles, ones that I was preparing to use (and then tossed), up until now I could say I'd never had a serious needle stick. Unfortunately, I can't make that claim any longer.After taking blood from a patient this morning, I was trying to retract the butterfly needle into the plastic protective cover, only to have it jam. When that happened, my hand came off the plastic and then kind of rebounded back, embedding the needle into my thumb. Ouch. Blood. Ouch.So, of course, off for blood tests, paperwork and…

  • Beware of Fake, Possibly Harmful H1N1 "Medications"

    Marijke Durning
    20 Oct 2009 | 1:34 pm
    As with any big news, the scum come out to see how they can benefit. Whether it's fake charities set up using 9-11 as their pitch or looters after an evacuation, there will always be some nasty people who try to take advantage of the situation. Of course, the H1N1 issue is no different.The United States FDA has issued warnings about various products and supplements touted to help you prevent or treat the H1N1 virus. Besides being a waste of your money, they also could be quite dangerous, depending on their make up and your own personal medical history.The FDA has provided a widget (in sidebar…

  • Balloon Boy, Reality TV, Hoaxes and Legal Charges

    Marijke Durning
    18 Oct 2009 | 5:23 am
    Was I the only one who thought, right off the bat, that there was something not quite right about the claim that a 6-year-old boy may be on a run-away home-made helium balloon?(edited to add, I read at 3 p.m., on CNN, that the authorities have admitted that this was a hoax: 'Balloon boy' incident was hoax, sheriff says)Of course, the authorities had to take the issue seriously. They couldn't take any chances that this wasn't true - but something didn't sit right from the beginning of the story - at least not to me.I don't watch the TV show Wife Swap very often. Oddly enough, one of the few…

  • Blog Action Day 09 - Climate Change and Health

    Marijke Durning
    15 Oct 2009 | 3:31 am
    Climate change, global warming, greenhouse gases - the news is all around us. Some people believe, some people don't. Some people say we are causing it, some people say that it would be happening anyway. But you know what? We don't all have to agree on what is causing it, but we do know that the world is changing. Today, October 15, 2009, is Blog Action Day and this year, we're addressing climate change.So how does climate change have anything to do with health issues? It has a lot to do with health.As early as 2000, the World Health Organization (WHO) found that the warmer, wetter weather…

  • Could this be considered a recall? Contaminated cocaine

    Marijke Durning
    10 Oct 2009 | 7:06 pm
    I know it's in the best interest of public health, but I can't help but admit I was taken aback to be reading headlines, such as:Cocaine cut with antibiotic could cause life-threatening infection: health unitandPeterborough health warns about contaminated cocaine causing deadly infectionsIt is a serious issue though, my surprise notwithstanding. According to public health officials, some cocaine dealers have been cutting their cocaine with a veterinary antibiotic powder to make it go farther. The antibiotic, levamisole, is used to treat infections from worms in animals, but is also said to…
 
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  • Google study: How physicians use the internet and search in their clinical practices

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:10 am
    Embedded PDF: Google study: How physicians use the internet and search in their clinical practices.Link via IgniteBLOG.@amcunningham points out that the report is "unfortunately research carried out as market research for Google and doesn't help #meded very much." Posted at Clinical Cases and Images. Stay updated and subscribe, or follow me on Twitter.

  • Transbook: The Book That Contains All Books

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:54 am
    Amazon Kindle is the early prototype of the mythical "transbook".From WSJ:So far the new technology has been called the "e-reader," a term obviously picked by engineers, not poets. In literary terms it's a transbook, by which I mean that it is the book which can contain all books. A book is a singular object that can contain many voices, but the transbook has the potential to be a singular object containing all voices. It is not just another kind of media; it is the dream of ultimate text.We are still in early days, but it is obvious where the transbook is headed: It will eventually provide…

  • Health News of the Day

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:26 am
    Health News of the Day is a daily summary made from the selected links I post on Twitter. It is in a bullet points format with links to the original sources which include 350 RSS feeds that produce about 2,500 items per day:Exercise remodels the brain, making it more stress-resistant (in rats, at least) http://bit.ly/QHkMUAnother study: Regular consumption of alcohol reduces the risk of heart disease by 30-50% http://bit.ly/FZQl3Young athletes should be screened for heart disease with 2 tests rather than 1: ECG and echocardiogram http://bit.ly/176Nuu55% of adult Americans don't want to get…

  • Google "wonder wheels" are rudimentary mind maps

    18 Nov 2009 | 7:35 pm
    Google "wonder wheel" for asthma looks like a rudimentary mind map: http://bit.ly/4tOOF (see below):WikiMindMap provides better visual results http://bit.ly/2y4pnk (see below):WikiMindMap is a website that organizes wiki content in a mind map format http://bit.ly/1ZV5rC and http://www.wikimindmap.orgSee the "Web 2.0 and medicine" Google Wonder wheel http://bit.ly/3iHR1 - @giustini, @berci, @laikas and @DrVes make the top results:Related:ICU Mind Maps http://bit.ly/1VIVOi and http://bit.ly/2EnZLi Posted at Clinical Cases and Images. Stay updated and subscribe, or follow me on Twitter.

  • Health News of the Day, part 2

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:33 am
    Health News of the Day is a daily summary made from the selected links I post on Twitter. It is in a bullet points format with links to the original sources which include 350 RSS feeds that produce about 2,500 items per day:Wii sports video games may burn as many calories as moderate-intensity exercises such as brisk walking http://bit.ly/4nc2WYFolic Acid (B9) and Vitamin B12 May Increase Cancer Risk http://bit.ly/3m4UiL -- Folic acid supplements may raise cancer risk http://bit.ly/3Rn3pr and Selenium Supplements May Raise Heart Risk http://bit.ly/15Hw4MPharaoh to Friend: ‘Who’s Gonna…
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    Postpartum Progress

  • Maine Tackles Postpartum Depression

    Katherine Stone/Postpartum Progress
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:53 am
    The Maine Association of Psychiatric Physicians (MAPP) has developed a Postpartum Depression Project in recognition of the fact that postpartum depression is under-diagnosed and under-treated and can have long-term adverse effects on women and children.  MAPP received a grant from the American Psychiatric Association to provide training programs and easy access to educational materials about postpartum depression throughout the state of Maine.  They now have psychiatrists who provide educational presentations in the form of grand rounds and visits to OB/GYN and other practices.  They…

  • Did Brooke Shields Have A Chemical Imbalance?

    Katherine Stone/Postpartum Progress
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:48 am
    Brooke Shields recently received an advocacy award from the Hope for Depression Research Foundation in Manhattan.  At the event, she spoke about her experience with postpartum depression and about the stigma of mental illness. People magazine covered the event here.  Of interest to me was this bit about her treatment for depression: "Shields was prescribed medication, though she stopping taking it one point, thinking she didn't need them. 'That was the week I almost did not resist driving my car straight into a wall on the side of the freeway,' she told the crowd.

  • New Features on Postpartum Progress: Favorite & Retweet

    Katherine Stone/Postpartum Progress
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:03 am
    I heard from several readers this week that my post "The Symptoms of Postpartum Depression & Anxiety (In Plain Mama English)" was one of your all-time favorites.  Thanks for that -- it really made my week!  You have no idea how much it inspires me when I hear that! Interestingly enough, Typepad, the hosting service for my blog, has just launched a feature called "Favorites".  At the bottom of every one of my posts from now on you'll see a little button that says Favorite.  ("Post" is just the blog word for article, FYI.)  If you read a post on…

  • NJ Symposium on Sensitive Perinatal Bereavement Care

    Katherine Stone/Postpartum Progress
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:52 pm
    The Englewood Hospital Medical Center and Northern New Jersey Maternal Child Health Consortium will host "Providing Compassionate Care for Perinatal Loss and Grief" on December 2 from 8am to 3:45pm in Englewood, NJ.  To learn more or to register for the event, click here.

  • Fight for Preemies: How Treated & Untreated Depression During Pregnancy Can Lead to Preterm Birth

    Katherine Stone/Postpartum Progress
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:05 am
    Today is Fight For Preemies Day, hosted by the March of Dimes.  More than 400 bloggers across the country are writing about prematurity, and how important it is for babies to make it full term before they are born.   Why is preterm birth a problem?  Because it can lead to lifelong health problems and sometimes death. Postpartum Progress is joining in the fight today for good reason.  Prematurity is a relevant subject for people in the perinatal mood and anxiety community, as depression and anxiety during pregnancy can lead to preterm birth, as can antidepressants taken during…
 
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  • Infinity M540 from Draeger Makes Hospital Workflow and Patient Data Oh So So Smooth

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Here's another piece of news about medical gadgetry released at the ongoing Medica 2009. The Infinity M540 from Drägerwerk AG & Co. (aka Dräger) is designed to provide portability and full functionality of a stationary vitals signs monitor: The Dräger Infinity M540 measures and saves patient vital signs data, including 12-lead ECG and etCO2 values. For transport, the hospital staff can release the M540 from its docking station using one hand. The monitor continues to display and record vital data without interruption. As soon as the M540 is reconnected to a docking station…

  • Sci Fi Contest: Send Us Your Entries

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    We are pleased to announce that we now have an adequate number of entries for this year's Sci Fi Writing Contest. But if you are a talented writer, the opportunity is still here, and you still can win a brand new Amazon Kindle. So get your talent and imagination together, write a short interesting fictional piece involving the future of medicine, and send it to us by Tuesday, November 24, 2009. This weekend will be a perfect time to write, and maybe become the next winner. More details here: Med Sci Fi Writing Contest - Return of The Prose...

  • Let Draeger Polaris Be Your Guiding Light

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    We are continuing to profile the latest gadgets that are being showcased at the Medica 2009 in Düsseldorf. This beautiful line of cold OR light systems, appropriately dubbed Polaris, comes from Drägerwerk AG & Co., a company better known to everyone as Dräger. Details from the press release: Compared with conventional light sources, the smaller LEDs of the Polaris system are considerably more energy-efficient than conventional light sources. An LED light source has a life span of about 30,000 hours (corresponding to about seven to ten years of service life in the operating…

  • Evidence MultiStat from Randox Might Save Cardiac Lives and More

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    RANDOX Laboratories, a diagnostics company from Crumlin, UK, is releasing in Düsseldorf at Medica 2009 a new semi-automated analyzer that can perform detection of up to 12 analytes from a single patient sample in under 20 minutes. The Evidence MultiStat™ can save lives of cardiac patients or identify drug junkies, hence it can be used in emergency rooms, cardiology departments, ambulatory centers, or even employee drug screening centers. The following arrays are currently available: Cardiac Array [serum]: Creatine Kinase-MB (CK-MB), Fatty Acid Binding Protein (FABP), Myoglobin,…

  • My Lab One Portable Ultrasound from Esaote Makes Debut

    Michael
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:46 am
    At the ongoing Medica 2009 in Düsseldorf, Esaote out of Genoa, Italy is releasing a new portable ultrasound system that features a 12 inch touch screen for manipulating settings without having to use buttons. The My Lab One can be worn on a shoulder strap and is designed for mobile applications such as ambulatory anesthesia, EMT, military and sports medicine. From the press release: The automatic rotation of the image according to the position of the system, an ergonomic probe equipped with controls, a long life battery, all add up to making this ultrasound an extraordinary innovation in…
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  • When women should have their first Pap smear; the new cervical cancer screening guidelines

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:13 pm
    Originally published in MedPage Today by Charles Bankhead, MedPage Today Staff Writer Women can wait longer for their first Pap smear and then repeat the test less frequently, according to recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). The organization now says women should begin cervical cancer screening with a Pap test at age 21. Subsequent tests should occur at two-year intervals until age 30, when the interval can be increased to once every three years for women who have had three consecutive negative tests. ACOG previously advised women to have an…

  • Discharged from the hospital without answers; the death of Jane Q. Patient

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    by Dan Walter We found out that her real name was Cindy Chapman, and that she died alone and afraid. Cindy was a paralegal, an activist and a fighter of lost causes who lived in Worcester, Massachusetts. She was part of an online community called RATEMDs, where she had many soul mates. Her posts on health care were funny and cynical and wise. Her screen name was Jane Q. Patient. My wife, Pam, was especially fond of trading comments and barbs with her. Like others on the forum, Jane Q. was prone to drop off the screen for days or weeks at at time. But she always resurfaced with stories of her…

  • Are older nurses being forced out of the profession?

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    Originally published in HCPLive.com by Colleen O’Leary, RN, MSN, AOCNS Last time I talked about how I had never really experienced the concept of nurses eating their young in action. However, I have seen the opposite begin to evolve. I see this as a bigger issue in nursing these days. The “putting out to pasture” of seasoned, experienced nurses is happening more often and for a variety of reasons. First, and foremost, is simply the fact that the pool of nurses inevitably follows the general aging of the nation. As baby boomers who once filled the halls of healthcare institutions…

  • How should the FDA regulate the social media advertising of drugs?

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Originally published in MedPage Today by Emily P. Walker, MedPage Today Washington Correspondent Drug and device makers are urging the FDA to establish clear guidelines that will allow the industry to discuss and promote products in the unsettled world of online social media. The FDA is hearing testimony from drug and device companies, online marketing experts, and consumer groups about what steps the agency should take to move medical advertising and promotion into online communities. “The Internet is an important tool for consumers looking for answers about medications,” Michele…

  • Primary care disrespect starts early in medical school

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    In medical schools, primary care continues to be among the least respected fields a student can choose. No where is that more starkly illustrated than in Pauline Chen’s recent New York Times piece, where she tells a story of a bright medical student who had the audacity to choose primary care as a career: Kerry wanted to become a primary care physician. Some of my classmates were incredulous. In their minds, primary care was a backup, something to do if one failed to get into subspecialty training. “Kerry is too smart for primary care,” a friend said to me one evening. “She’ll…
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  • Men, Canned Ravioli and Sexual Dysfunction

    Colette Bouchez
    14 Nov 2009 | 4:57 pm
    A new study suggests that overexposure to chemicals found in thousands of consumer goods - including food and beverage containers – could be causing problems in the bedroom for men- and their partners. Here's what you need to know. By Colette Bouchez If a group of Chinese researchers are right, you may want to keep your partner from snacking on canned ravioli and beer. The reason: You just might see the after-effects in the bedroom - and not in a good way. Indeed, new research published this week in the journal Human Reproduction found that bisphenol A or BPA - a chemical found in thousands…

  • Study: Green Tea Reduces Holiday Stresses!

    Colette Bouchez
    27 Oct 2009 | 12:31 pm
    Two brand new studies find green tea may be just what you need this holiday season!By Colette BouchezAre you getting crazed just thinking about the upcoming holiday season? If so, listen up: Two studies just published report new benefits of green tea - and these can make a big difference in your health - and your attitude - in the upcoming holiday season!In fact, if you're a smoker – or regularly exposed to second-hand smoke during that round of holiday parties - this one is for you: A study just published in the journal Respiratory Medicine found daily consumption of an extract found in…

  • Why A Woman's Heart Should NEVER Be Broken!

    Colette Bouchez
    11 Oct 2009 | 4:32 pm
    Attention Red Dress Fashionistas: Show the world why a woman's heart should never be broken with a new contest designed to bring out your inner fashionista while raising a ton of money & awareness for women & heart disease!By Colette BouchezA woman’s heart should never be broken … but sometimes, it just is.No, the villain isn’t that philandering boyfriend or nasty ex-husband. It’s heart disease - the number one threat to a woman’s heart, and her life.In fact while heart disease used to be pretty much a man’s domain, you may be surprised to learn that today more than half…

  • Study: New Super Chocolate Beats Heart Disease

    Colette Bouchez
    5 Oct 2009 | 4:07 pm
    A new study is the first to show that even those at high risk for heart disease can benefit from chocolate. Not but all chocolate is alike! Read on to learn more... By Colette BouchezLove chocolate? Okay, silly question! Well now you have a new reason to really, really love chocolate! A new study reveals that natural compounds found in some types of cocoa can not only help reduce your risk of heart disease, they do so even if you have high risk factors – including high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.That's the finding of a new study to be published in an upcoming issue of The American…

  • When What You See IS NOT What You Eat!

    Colette Bouchez
    23 Sep 2009 | 11:01 am
    A new study shows that remaining on a diet and maintaining weight loss may have more to do with our brain waves than the growling in our tummy! Here's what you need to know .By Colette BouchezHave you ever struggled to lose weight ...only to gain it back again, sometimes even adding extra pounds?If you've been blaming your downfall on a lack of will power , give yourself a break! Some new research suggests it just might be your brain waves sabotaging your skinny-jeans plan!Indeed, new research, just published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that it could be a sort of…
 
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  • Council on the Ageing Society, at the Summit of the Global Agenda

    Alvaro Fernandez
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:52 am
    Heading to Dubai today (a 15-hour direct flight!), coming back to San Francisco next Monday. Last year I wrote about this remarkable new initiative by the World Economic Forum here (proposal) and here (reflections, emerging discussion). This year’s update: Overview: Network of Global Agenda Councils List of Councils: Here List of Members: Here Members of Ageing Society Council: Here Info on 2009 Summit: Here Report from 2008 Summit: Here (opens PDF in new window) Twitter: #WEFDubai. Will tweet during the event, and blog about it next week.

  • Scientia Pro Publica #16: Us, Friends, and Society

    Alvaro Fernandez
    16 Nov 2009 | 10:20 am
    Welcome to the 16th edition  of Scientia Pro Publica, the blog carnival  that celebrates the best science, nature and medical writing published in the blogosphere within the past 60 days. What are some of the fascinating topics you can explore and discuss with this group of bloggers? Science & Us The Evolving Mind: What’s the point of daydreaming? Credit: Johan Stigwall, via Flickr Generally Thinking: What is the brain impact of different types of meditation (focused, open monitoring, compassion)? The Emotion Machine: Can blogging help you control your environment and manage…

  • Invitation to SharpBrains Summit – Technology for Cognitive Health and Performance

    Alvaro Fernandez
    10 Nov 2009 | 6:57 am
    We are excited to invite you to the first virtual, global SharpBrains Summit (January 18-20th, 2010). The SharpBrains Summit will feature a “dream team” of over 25 speakers who are leaders in industry and research from 7 countries, to discuss emerging research, tools and best practices for cognitive health and performance. This inaugural event will expose health and insurance providers, developers, innovators at Fortune 500 companies, investors and researchers, to the opportunities, partnerships, trends, and standards of the rapidly evolving cognitive fitness field. Register Today Learn…

  • 100 is the New 65: Living Longer and Better

    Greater Good Magazine
    7 Nov 2009 | 6:04 am
    (Editor’s Note: we are pleased to bring you this article thanks to our collaboration with Greater Good Magazine). 100 is the New 65 - Why do some people live to 100? Researchers are trying to find out, reports Meera Lee Sethi, and they’re discovering how we might live better lives, not just longer ones. Will Clark, 105, recently bought a van for a 5,000-mile road trip across the Midwest with his wife, Lois, who is 102. Elsa Brehm Hoffmann loves bridge and is always ready for a party. Rosa McGee enjoys singing hymns to herself all day long. Will Clark makes a mean spaghetti and…

  • Digital Games for Physical, Cognitive and Behavioral Health

    Alvaro Fernandez
    5 Nov 2009 | 1:35 pm
    The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) just announced more than $1.85 million in grants for research teams to study how digital games can improve players’ health behaviors and outcomes (both brain-based and behavioral). The press release: Nine Leading Research Teams Selected to Study How Digital Games Improve Players’ Health “Digital games are interactive and experiential, and so they can engage people in powerful ways to enhance learning and health behavior change, especially when they are designed on the basis of well-researched strategies,” said (UC Santa…
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  • Office Fitness: Fun Challenge

    Melissa
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:59 am
    Hi there. My name is Scott Tousignant and I am honored to be a guest blogger here this week. This is the 4th installment of my Home Office Fitness Blog Tour and today we’ll be covering a fun strategy to help you maintain your motivation for a healthy active lifestyle. As a passionate entrepreneur I’m sure that there’s a bit of a competitiveness inside you. Am I right? You set your heart and mind on something and you want to achieve it. It feels incredibly rewarding to complete major projects and tasks, but a big part of the ‘thrill’ comes from the journey……

  • Office Fitness: Stretch Away The Stress

    Melissa
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:13 am
    Hi there. My name is Scott Tousignant here to share some more home office fitness tips to help you become the super-focused, highly productive, beautiful person that you really are! As a busy female entrepreneur with too much on her plate you are bound to experience stress in your life. It’s part of the package deal. Stress can be a good thing. It can drive you to accomplish tasks that you’ve been procrastinating about. But in many cases stress can be harmful to your well-being and make it more difficult for you to lose weight even when you are eating well and exercising…

  • Making Fitness Work FOR You

    Melissa
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:24 am
    Having Scott Tousignant sharing his great guest posts about fitness this week has me thinking… What helps women make fitness a key part of their lives? I know what doesn’t. I see more women spurn fitness and a healthier lifestyle when it becomes a “should”—one more thing in the laundry list of “have-tos” that already feels too long and overwhelming. Who needs that? Transforming fitness and even healthy eating from a “should” into something very different is what I believe creates healthy lifestyle transformations for many of my clients. What else can fitness be?  Scott…

  • Office Fitness: Time Efficient Cardio

    Melissa
    17 Nov 2009 | 8:57 am
    Hello there. This is Scott Tousignant back with another guest blog post to help you incorporate home office fitness into your hectic schedule. Yesterday I shared a quick home office workout to help you get more done in less time throughout your workday. Today I will have you perform a 10-minute home office cardio session that will boost your metabolism and increase your productivity. But first I have a question for you. Have you been avoiding cardio because you simply don’t have the time? Allow me to provide you with a solution that fits your busy entrepreneurial lifestyle. I…

  • Office Fitness: The Time Multiplier

    Melissa
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:53 pm
    Hi there. My name is Scott Tousignant and I am super excited for the opportunity to be guest blogging here this week as part of my Home Office Fitness Blog Tour. Too Much On Her Plate is one of my favorite blogs and I think Melissa totally ROCKS! Entrepreneurial women have my highest respect and mompreneurs totally blow my mind with what they are able to accomplish in 24 hours. You are SuperWoman! You do it all. You run a business, take care of your family, and help make the world a better place. You never hesitate to lend a hand to a friend in need and you leap at the opportunity to improve…
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  • Howard Kurtz doesn't add to public understanding of mammography issue

    schwitz
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:51 am
    Washington Post media columnist Howard Kurtz strayed beyond media observations and injected his own comments about the US Preventive Services Task Force breast screening recommendations. He calls the task force recommendation a "don't-worry-be-happy-till-you're-50 finding." He defines "the essential problem with...

  • Five popular falsehoods in the mammography discussion

    schwitz
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:39 am
    My friend Robert Davis writes about five popular falsehoods he's seen this week in the "the widespread confusion, consternation, and even anger that the new (US Preventive Services Task Force mammography) guidelines have unleashed." His five: 1. This is all...

  • Kudos to Nancy Snyderman for some of her mammography explanations this week

    schwitz
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:19 am
    I am a frequent critic of TV health news - and especially of much of this week's TV coverage of the US Preventive Services Task Force mammography recommendations. So I want to make special note this week of some of...

  • The history of uncertainty surrounding mammography

    schwitz
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:43 am
    As I've written earlier, the reaction from some people that this week's US Preventive Services Task Force recommendations were "surprising" or "coming out of nowhere" are themselves surprising. Anyone - certainly any informed health care consumer and certainly any journalist-...

  • People should have known more about USPSTF all along

    schwitz
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:13 am
    For a long time, I've urged health care journalists to refer to the recommendations of the US Preventive Services Task Force and to educate readers/viewers about how the group operates. Perhaps one of the reasons the task force's recommendations this...
 
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  • So Much For Comparative Effectiveness

    Matthew
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:02 am
    By MERRILL GOOZNER The Obama administration's commitment to cost control in health care can now be summed up in four words: Not on our watch. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius told American women this week that they have...

  • So will the public option hurt hospitals? Not in the Ozarks

    Matthew
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:31 am
    By Matthew Holt I've had this sitting in my inbox a while, but I thought that with the Senate bill out it was time to have a bit of weekend fun with it. The topic is the fear that a...

  • This Just In

    Matthew
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:30 am
    By ARON BOROS Yesterday, but the U.S. Treatment Services Task Force announced that leeches aren't a particularly good treatment for most ailments. While noting that leeches might still be useful for certain specific circulation disorders, the USTSTF recommended against their...

  • Harvard Study Gets it Wrong on EHRs and Quality

    Matthew
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:04 am
    By GLENN LAFFEL MD, PhD America’s hospitals are a triumph of modernity, stocked as they are with PET scanners, ECMO machines, and ICUs bedecked in eye-popping gadgetry. They are also the most complex organizations ever created by man. The seemingly...

  • Sell Patients like Baseball Players - Seriously

    Matthew
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:31 am
    By JOE FLOWER Here's a health care reform strategy that I have not heard anywhere else. Think about this: Why aren't health plans more aggressive in promoting the long-term health of their members, like getting them to eat better, stop...
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  • Anal grammarians and eating placentas : Robert van Persie

    Dr John Crippen
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:18 am
    A short piece in the Guardian again today, this time about the alleged mystical healing powers of placentas and Robert van Persie's alleged trip to Serbia for some implausble alternative medicine. Let's just hope that the Quacktitioner Royal does not take this one up.I've already had a couple of gleeful emails from some like-minded anal grammarians asking me why I want timorous souls to be thrown away. Just for the record, I wrote:But, if we timorous souls are not prepared to eat placentas, can they be put to any other use before they are buried in the garden or thrown away?This was changed…

  • ADHD - should nurses take over diagnosis and management?

    Dr John Crippen
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    In the United States, approximately 9% of the school-age population is diagnosed with ADHD. It's the most commonly diagnosed behavioral condition in children today. Twice as many boys are diagnosed with ADHD as girls.ConcertaThe race continues in the USA to get 5 million children on psychoactive medication for behaviour problems. Drug companies in the UK are not allowed to advertise directly to the general public but the internet means that is only a theoretical restriction. In the USA, the makes of Concerta have a highly sophisticated pitch aimed directly at parents. Listen to the soothing…

  • Sick certificates

    Dr John Crippen
    3 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm
    King Andy's guide to faking a sickieIt has always suited governments to encourage the long-term unemployed to "discover" an illness and move on to incapacity benefit. The move is easily made, as GPs are a "soft touch" for a sick certificate. But while this move to incapacity benefit may please the government by providing a short-term "fix" for high unemployment figures, it creates an insidious long-term problem...The Guardian, Tuesday 3 November 2009

  • Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) : science, quackery & mental illness

    Dr John Crippen
    21 Oct 2009 | 10:13 am
    The militant wing of the Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) brigade broke out the champagne when a recent article in Science reported that a retrovirus had been found in 67% of ME patients compared to under 4% of the general population. Sadly, the study only involved just over 100 patients and is thus inconclusive...The Guardian, Tuesday 20 October 2009

  • Public Stools

    Dr John Crippen
    5 Oct 2009 | 11:17 pm
    GarderobeA smartly dressed, middle-aged lady came in and sat down. Let's call her Angela. Angela was a child of the 60s, the decade of female emancipation. But, while other girls of her age were letting their hair down at Woodstock, Angela was still at school....6 October 2009 The Guardian
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  • Oh, that was quick

    Ben Goldacre
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:08 pm
    Ben Goldacre, Saturday 21 November 2009, The Guardian Once your medicines regulator decides it should change the side effects warnings on the patient information of a drug taken by millions of people, how long do you think it would take for that change to be implemented? In February 2008 the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory [...]

  • wtf?

    Ben Goldacre
    13 Nov 2009 | 5:21 pm
    Ben Goldacre, Saturday 14 November 2009, The Guardian It’s always interesting when people take pseudoscience out of its natural habitat – Islington – and off into a place where the stakes are quite high. Like the polio vaccine scare in Nigeria. Or Aids denialism in South Africa. Or detecting bombs in Iraq, where the New York [...]

  • The Nutt Sack Affair (part 493)

    Ben Goldacre
    6 Nov 2009 | 4:06 pm
    Ben Goldacre, Saturday 7 November 2009, The Guardian Obviously it’s pleasing to see, in the storm of commentary over Professor Nutt’s sacking, that everyone outside of politics now recognises the importance of scientific evidence in devising laws. But a strange reasoning twitch has appeared, in the arguments of politicians and right wing commentators. Science can tell [...]

  • Political woo

    Ben Goldacre
    30 Oct 2009 | 4:03 pm
    Ben Goldacre, Saturday 31 October 2009, The Guardian. Every now and then it’s fun to dip into the world of politics and find out what our lords and masters are saying about science. First we find Brooks Newmark, Conservative MP for Braintree, introducing a bill to reduce the age for cervical cancer screening to 20. The [...]

  • This is what the Spectator sent when they cancelled their Aids denialism extravaganza

    Ben Goldacre
    28 Oct 2009 | 5:24 am
    I’m at a conference (on communicating evidence to patients with… GERD GIGERENZER!!!) in Frankfurt and late for lunch, but I thought it might amuse you to see the language the Spectator are using.   From: Events [mailto:events@pressholdings.com] Sent: 26 October 2009 12:19 Subject: URGENT – [...]
 
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  • The 13 fattiest Thanksgiving creations

    Conner Flynn
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:16 am
    Thanksgiving is all about feasting and family. And sure there’s a lot of fat involved in the foods that we serve up. Some more than others. For instance, have you ever heard of a Turbaconucken? It’s new to me. It’s a chicken inside a duck, inside a turkey…then all wrapped in bacon. Yeah, that qualifies as one of the fattiest alright. How about a Bacon Weave Apple Pie? Yes, we are talking the kinds of foods that make you fatter just by looking at them. If that isn’t enough for you, there’s the Oreo Stuff dip, which is Oreo cream centers removed and melted…

  • Movie theater popcorn is worse than the movie

    Conner Flynn
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:35 am
    It’s bad enough that they don’t make many great movies these days, but does the popcorn need to kill you too? Theater popcorn is loaded with calories and artery-clogging saturated fat, according to a new analysis. But common sense would have already told us that. For instance a large-sized popcorn at Regal theaters has 20 cups of popcorn, 1,200 calories and 60 grams of saturated fat. That’s more than half a day’s calories and three days’ worth of saturated fat in one large popcorn. A large popcorn at AMC has 16 cups, 1,030 calories and 57 grams of saturated fat,…

  • 25 Healthy Recipes for a Vegetarian Thanksgiving

    Conner Flynn
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:19 am
    We all love to get together on Thanksgiving and eat, but not everyone likes to eat the same thing. With more vegetarians than ever gracing Thanksgiving tables the world over, you better have some alternatives that don’t include meat. Click through to check out 25 delicious recipes that are both seasonal and meat-free. That way everyone can enjoy themselves and have a healthier feast. Don’t forget to undo your waist button afterwards. [health]

  • Controversial New Mammography Guidelines

    Conner Flynn
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:26 am
    According to the so-called experts, women should have a mammogram every two years starting at age 50—not 40. They may have their reasons for these new guidelines, but the whole announcement is useless. Thanks for wasting taxpayer money. Now you have confused women even more. Especially women in their 40s who routinely schedule a mammogram each year. Many strongly disagree with this new advice. Many will see this and think that they don’t need to get checked until they are over 50. That’s not a good idea. And what about all of those women under 50 who got checked and had their…

  • How To Safely Get A Tattoo Removed

    Conner Flynn
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:23 am
    Sure it seemed like a good idea at the time. Most things do after several rounds of beer. But the fact is that you have a tattoo on you with some dudes name from 1987 and he ain’t the dude you are with in 2009. So what do you do? Well you have many options and a recent article over at Health.com has some good suggestions. According to a 2006 survey in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 24% of 18- to 50-year-olds have tattoos, and 17% have considered removing them. Tattoos are meant to be permanent, and even state-of-the-art removal techniques won’t work for everyone.
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  • "Obama's fixin' death panels for your mama": The USPSTF recommendations for mammography used as a political weapon

    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    As I discussed in detail when I analyzed them, the new USPSTF recommendations for screening mammography for breast cancer have sparked a debate that has degenerated from a scientific and public policy debate into pure emotional rhetoric. When last I visited this topic, yesterday, I had intended it to be my last post for a while, perhaps ever. However, the amount of idiocy that I was dealing with became so overwhelming and the post grew to even huger than Orac-ian proportions. So I decided to split the post into two parts, because the particular argument I'm about to discuss deserves its very…

  • "Obama's fixin' death panels for your mama," the misogyny gambit, and other idiotic responses to the updated USPSTF mammography recommendations

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    I knew when I first heard about them that the new United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendations on breast cancer screening would be controversial. I tried to discuss these guidelines and the issues involved in a calm and rational way, relatively devoid of Insolence, Respectful or not-so-Respectful, yesterday, pointing out that screening guidelines were clearly due for revision but also recognizing the problems with the USPSTF recommendations and valid criticisms of them. In the end, I concluded that, among the critics, the ASCO discussion of the proposed guidelines…

  • Really rethinking breast cancer screening

    18 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    "Early detection saves lives." Remember how I started a post a year and a half ago saying just this? I did it because that is the default assumption and has been so for quite a while. It's an eminently reasonable-sounding concept that just makes sense. As I pointed out a year and a half ago, though, the question of the benefits of the early detection of cancer is more complicated than you think. Indeed, I've written several posts since then on the topic of mammography and breast cancer, the most recent of which I posted just last week. As studies have been released and my thinking on…

  • A dose of H1N1 flu anti-woo

    17 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    If you want a dose of science and rationality about the H1N1 flu pandemic, and you need it now, check out The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe. Led by Steve Novella, the discussion involves more than one friend of the blog, if you know what I mean and can be downloaded here. Read the comments on this post...

  • Bill Maher flames out in a pyre of stupidity over vaccines--again

    17 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in again. Yes, I know I've used this clip before at least twice and the line in it several more times over the last couple of years. However, sometimes it's just so completely appropriate to how I'm feeling about a topic I'm about to write about that I just don't care and have to use it again. This is one of those times. The 2009 recipient of the Richard Dawkins Award bestowed upon him by the Atheist Alliance International (a.k.a. Bill Maher, anti-vaccine comedian and host of Real Time With Bill Maher, has decided, after an all too brief…
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  • Woman Loses Sick-Leave Benefits for Depression Thanks to Facebook Pics

    Summer Beretsky
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:17 pm
    Quebec woman Nathalie Blanchard poses on the beach in a Facebook photograph that convinced her insurance company that she was no longer depressed.Can you really determine someone’s mental state by looking at a photograph? Manulife, a Canadian-based financial services company, apparently thinks so. Nathalie Blanchard, a 29-year-old IBM employee from Quebec, took a long-term sick leave from her job after being diagnosed with major depression. Her doctor told her to try & have fun, and to take a sunny vacation to get away from her problems. She did just that while she received monthly…

  • 2009 Rosalynn Carter Symposium on Mental Health Policy Recommendations

    John M Grohol PsyD
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:05 am
    Earlier this month, I was honored to attend the 25th Annual Rosalynn Carter Symposium on Mental Health Policy in Atlanta, Georgia. The focus of this symposium every year is to tackle a particular issue in mental health policy, population or care. This year focused, fittingly enough, on health care reform and how mental health and substance abuse programs need to be an integrated part of that effort: Currently health care in this country is focused on illness rather than health, on procedures and face-to-face interventions rather than on coordination and prevention, and on fragmented,…

  • Year in Review: Your Picks

    John M Grohol PsyD
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:13 am
    It’s that time of the year again, when we pull together our top picks for mental health and psychology stories in the news in the past year. There’s no magic to our choices, we’re just looking for stories that you believe had the biggest positive or negative impact in this area. For instance, last year the passage of the mental health parity law here in the U.S. was the biggest mental health news story of 2008. One example for this year might’ve been the debate we had surrounding what I thought was a pretty sensible law about postpartum depression. You can take a look…

  • Two New Blogs, Always Learning and The Y Factor

    John M Grohol PsyD
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:27 am
    I’m pleased to announce the introduction of two new blogs here in the Psych Central family. The first is from Leigh Pretnar Cousins, MS called Always Learning. Leigh is a private tutor and is studying in educational psychology. Although her blog will focus on the topic of educational psychology and learning, she believes these lessons are of value to all of us throughout life: Every day my work teaches me some lesson that holds, not only for kids, but for all of us. I can hardly wait to share these things with you. I’m excited to have this place to talk about learning and all its…

  • 12 Ways to Be Thankful

    Therese J. Borchard
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:03 am
    To get us in the mood for the Thanksgiving Holiday! Cicero said that “gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all the others.” The English preacher John Henry Jowett wrote that “every virtue divorced from thankfulness is maimed and limps along the spiritual road.” And according to Aseop Fables, “gratitude is the sign of noble souls.” A dear professor of mine just acknowledged a thank-you note I sent him and told me that “gratitude is the sign of maturity and wisdom.” I don’t feel like I’m very good at…
 
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  • As the World Burns

    By Julia Whitty
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:31 pm
    Just the other day I was whinging about a photo on the BBC website of an ice sculpture of a penguin (it's in this slide show) surrounded by well-dressed, admiring urbanites. I thought: How cool, what better way than a melting sculpture to highlight the plight of polar animals. Then I read the caption. Something along the lines of: "An ice sculpture of a penguin as part of a campaign to encourage shopping in London’s West End." Not a trace of irony there. Now I see on Designboom the perfect, icy riposte. The thousand (give or take) ice figures of "Melting Men" by…

  • Eco-News Roundup: Friday November 20

    By Jen Phillips
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:04 am
    Cost Effect: The healthcare bill may be expensive, but it may rein in long-term costs. Going Swiss: The Swiss model of healthcare might be one for the US to follow. Man-Made: There'll be a ripple effect as the US Army Corps is found liable for broken New Orleans levees. [Los Angeles Times] Out Sick: US Chamber of Commerce wants to stop federally paid H1N1 sick days. Big Talk: US and China talk climate, with some actual progress. Hot Rocks: Kidney stones and malaria are just a few of global warming's risks. [Bloomberg] Climate Sell-Out: Oliver North is using…

  • Is Climate Change a Feminist Issue?

    By Jen Phillips
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:24 pm
    Yes, according to a report released yesterday by the United Nations Population Fund. "Women—particularly those in poor countries—will be affected differently than men," the report states. In developing countries, the report goes on to explain, erratic weather is increasing floods and droughts which "...increases the burden for women and girls, as they are the ones expected to ensure that there is enough food for the family." Women produce 60 to 80 percent of food in most developing nations, a task made increasingly difficult by climate change. Aside from food…

  • Offset Your Infidelity

    By Nikki Gloudeman
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:05 am
    Do you have difficulty being faithful? Fear not: CheatNeutral allows you to offset your infidelity by paying another couple not to cheat. With just a few easy payments, you can assuage you guilt and continue your meandering ways. Sound crazy? That's because the "service" is an elaborate satire of carbon offsets, the system that allows polluters to justify their sins by paying to reduce emissions elsewhere. As Mark Shapiro illustrates in the recent issue of Mother Jones, in the wrong hands carbon offsetting=greenwashing. When enviro-villains GM, American Electrical Power, and Chevron…

  • News From TreeHugger: Condoms to Stop Climate Change, Land Mines Thwarted by Bacteria & Political Peak Oil

    By Matthew McDermott of TreeHugger
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Editor's Note: A weekly roundup from our friends over at TreeHugger. Enjoy! Let's Give Out Free Condoms to Stop Climate Change... Maybe Not as Daft As It Seems The latest UN Population Fund report says that an important component in combatting climate change is limiting population growth. But will reigning in population growth really stop climate change? Quickly, in itself, no. Can it help, yes, though the situation is far more complex that a quick-grabby, twitter friendly headline can ever portray it. Gangsters Go Green! Mafia Tied to Fraudulent Italian Wind Farms - Madagascar 'Timber Mafia'…
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  • Is Google the New FDA?

    John Mack
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:15 am
    At the recent FDA public hearing, Google presented its "ideas" for standard paid search ads for Rx products. The following, for example, shows its "proposal" for "Black Box Sponsored Links:"According to Klick Pharma's "Applying FDA Regulations to Online Marketing" guide, "Products with boxed warnings do not have the same flexibility in terms of creating reminder ads, as this form of ad is not permitted by the FDA for such drugs. While many boxed warning drugs have and continue to use branded reminder ads for search, it is not advisable given the current environment."Bayer has chosen not to…

  • Women May Achieve 0.2 More "Satisfying Sexual Events" Per Week with BI's New "Desire Pill"!

    John Mack
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:51 am
    Stop the presses! I mean literally stop press coverage of a new drug under development by the family-owned drug company Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH (BI). A glowing Bloomberg story proclaims "Boehringer’s Desire Drug Boosts Lust, Improves Sex."I wonder if the Bloomberg reporter wrote this story with her tongue in her cheek or somewhere else. At least the BI Tweeter (@Boehringer) seemed pretty excited in this tweet sent out a few hours ago: "Great Bloomberg article on female sexual desire and recent medical research from Boehringer Ingelheim http://bit.ly/44CIt #ESSM" The #ESSM hash tag refers…

  • FDA Social Media Guidelines Best Done in Baby Steps

    John Mack
    14 Nov 2009 | 6:42 am
    In his closing remarks at yesterday's public hearing on FDA regulation of social media, Tom Abrams, Director of FDA's Division of Drug Marketing, Advertising, and Communications (DDMAC), said "what we have heard is it's a different medium."As far as I know, this is the first time that anyone at the FDA has said that. Usually, the FDA says it's "media-agnostic." In other words, its regulations apply to all media and do not have to be modified for any particular medium.I suspect that was just a defense for why the agency has not provided any specific guidelines for use of the Internet.In fact,…

  • FDA Social Media Hearing Day 1: My Key Takeaways

    John Mack
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:10 am
    In my presentation before the FDA at yesterday's public hearing, I made some specific suggestions, including the use of an FDA-designated hash tag to be included in each branded Tweet posted by pharmaceutical companies. If each product was assigned a unique hash tag by the FDA and all product tweets were required to include that hash tag, then the FDA, consumers, and healthcare professionals could easily review all the product tweets and ensure they obey regulations regarding fair balance presentation.After my presentation, Tom Abrams, director of FDA's Division of Drug Marketing,…

  • I'm Off to FDA Hearing: Here's What I Plan to Show (PPTs) and Tell (Transcripts)

    John Mack
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:58 am
    I am scheduled to make two presentations at the November 12 - 13 FDA public hearing on the use of social media for Rx (and device) promotion:Presentation #1: Accountability, Fulfilling Regulatory Requirements, and Posting Corrective InformationDate: November 12, 2009Time: 9:30 - 9:45 AMPowerpoint Deck: http://www.virsci.com/JMack-FDASM-Slides_Part1.pdfTranscript: http://www.virsci.com/JMack-fdaSM-Presentation1transcript.pdfPresentation #2: Social Media and Adverse Event ReportingDate: November 13, 2009Time: 10:20 - 10:30 AMPowerpoint Deck:…
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  • Evidence in Medicine

    Paul Levy
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:03 pm
    A new blog by David Rind. Very timely.

  • We are eating ourselves to death

    Paul Levy
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:42 pm
    I'm taking a risk of offending here, but I don't mean it that way at all. It could be written about much of this country.This particular post is prompted by an AP story by Mike Strobbe, pointing out that rates of obesity in the United States are highest in the Southeast and Appalachia.On my recent incoming flight to Kentucky, an MD from the area who was sitting next to me pointed out that I would notice a large number of people with high body-mass indices. I expressed surprise, and said, "You mean noticeably different?" He said, "Yes."I mentioned this story upon arrival to a number of my…

  • There is no billing code for compassion

    Paul Levy
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:30 am
    Our Dr. Amy Ship won the Campassionate Caregiver Award from the Kenneth B. Schwartz Center last night. The center conducts programs to educate, train and support caregivers in the art of compassionate health care. It received over 100 nominations for this award, which is designed to recognize people who have exemplified the practice of compassionate care to patients. Here is a background story from NECN television.Amy's acceptance speech kept the audience in rapt attention. Here are some excerpts. I am hoping to be able to lead you to a video soon. One peak moment was when she emphasized the…

  • Optimism? Other options?

    Paul Levy
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:10 am
    This New York Times story by Michael Grynbaum tells of a new transit pass in New York City that has the word "optimism" printed on the reverse. Why?“God knows people want to feel good, they want to feel up, they want to feel positive,” said Christopher P. Boylan, who oversaw the project at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. “If I can make a couple of customers smile a day, that’s nice.”Shouldn't we be more flexible here in Boston? New York is so old. In this high tech town, where social media reigns and where everyone has a status bar on Facebook, shouldn't we have Charlie…

  • Donate Life New England

    Paul Levy
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:30 am
    BIDMC was just presented with this award for its role in promoting organ donations. The sponsor, Donate Life New England, coordinates organ donation programs throughout the region. It has a new website, as well as presence on social media like Facebook and Twitter, to get the word out about how important it is -- and easy it is -- to be an organ donor.Many people think they have to wait for renewal of their driver's license to become an organ donor, but you can do it at any time. (I actually thought so, and then forgot to do it during my recent renewal!) You can do it on the website. It only…
 
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  • It Matters Where You Live

    Kim
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:42 pm
    I never read this Cherry Ames book. It couldn’t possibly be as interesting as working in a hospital! Nurses were supposed to work in hospitals! Where they would wear their cap! Why on earth would you want to do anything without your cap? Back in 1966 it was the sole reason I was planning nursing school! (Cut me some slack, I was nine.) Today, I am in the midst of studying public health. Yes, there is life outside the hospital. But there was never a “Cherry Ames, Public Health Nurse”. Or so I thought. I was wrong. This is it. Here is the quote from Amazon.com: Cherry, the…

  • Domestic Violence – Did I Miss You?

    Kim
    9 Nov 2009 | 12:07 am
    Apparently once you remember that tuberculosis is spread by spitting… You are then allowed to spit. Reminds me of an incident. Elderly lady. Elegant, actually. Didn’t speak English. Smiled at everyone she passed. She smiled at me. Just before turning her head, clearing her throat and spitting three feet across the hallway. Then she smiled and continued down to her husband’s room. I didn’t take it personally. I did, however, feel my jaw hit the floor… (Postcard courtesy of Michael Zwerdling, RN of the Zwerdling Nursing Archives.) Emily over at crzegrl.net really…

  • The Need for Help Hits Close to Home

    Kim
    3 Nov 2009 | 3:53 pm
    Sam Nouv runs a little donut shop about a mile from my house. When John was in the hospital, that’s where I bought the donuts for the nurses. After immigrating to the U.S. from Cambodia in 1987, Sam started working at the shop and by 1990 he owned it (Update via Steve in comments: When he was 13, his parents were murdered by the Khmer Rouge. He spent several years in a displacement camp in Vietnam before finally being sent to the States as part of an entire plane load of orphans). With the exception of a few holidays, Sam is in the store every morning at 3:30 am and works until 6:00 pm.

  • It’s Not WHAT You Say…

    Kim
    29 Oct 2009 | 10:31 am
    A ghoulish horror awaits you at Change of Shift, as Reality Rounds goes to the dark side. I almost expect the zombies from “Thriller” to come dancing out of my den! (shudder) Read at your own risk! Want to host? Contact me. I should come out of hiding in a few hours! A terrible injustice is being perpetrated against a very dear friend. Zippy is being held hostage. Dr. Rob told me about this at Blog World Expo. We know where he is. He’s been forced into areas of high radiation and indoctrinated with huge radiology books that would numb the mind of Einstein. He was forced to…

  • Post Blog World Post

    Kim
    20 Oct 2009 | 5:19 pm
    Oh geeze – these parents are actually arguing about which laxative to give their kid! “The modern way to bring up their baby.” Baby? That kid is four-years-old if he’s a day. And the trauma! Dad wants to give the kid his laxative. Mom says “No! It’s too harsh!” Good grief. Of course, in 40 years, the kid will have to deal with his parents being constipated. The circle of life… Then again, Castoria did taste better than Milk of Magnesia. Or so I have heard… Re-entry into the real world after four days in Vegas has taken a bit of time. Got…
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  • WHO welcomes announcement of major contribution to global road safety

    18 Nov 2009 | 6:30 am
    18 November 2009 -- Bloomberg Philanthropies announced a five-year contribution to WHO and other agencies to support road safety work. The focus will be on reducing drink-driving, increasing the use of seatbelts, child restraints and motorcycle helmets, limiting speed, and strengthening trauma care.

  • Yellow fever vaccination campaign to start

    17 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    17 November 2009 -- The largest-ever yellow fever mass vaccination campaign will kick off next week across three African countries. The week-long event will target 11.9 million people across Benin, Liberia and Sierra Leone, all three of which are at high risk of yellow fever outbreaks.

  • Agreement for donation of pandemic H1N1 vaccine signed

    10 Nov 2009 | 1:30 am
    10 November 2009 -- GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is to donate 50 million doses of pandemic H1N1 vaccine to WHO under an agreement signed at WHO headquarters in Geneva by the WHO Director-General, Dr Margaret Chan, and the Chief Executive Officer of GlaxoSmithKline, Mr Andrew Witty.

  • WHO calls for action beyond the health sector to improve the health of girls and women

    8 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    9 November 2009 -- Despite some progress in the past decades, societies continue to fail to meet the health care needs of women at key moments of their lives, particularly in their adolescent years and in old age, a WHO report has found.

  • Reducing child deaths from pneumonia

    1 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    2 November 2009 -- Up to 5.3 million children can be saved from dying of pneumonia by implementing recommendations set out in the joint WHO/UNICEF Global action plan for the prevention and control of pneumonia. "This action plan provides the strategy to prevent and control pneumonia, which today kills more children than any other illness," said Dr Margaret Chan, Director-General of WHO.
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  • U.S. Court of Appeals Upholds AstraZeneca AWP Settlement - Yahoo! Finance

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:59 am
    Companies: Astrazeneca Plc BOSTON, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit upheld an earlier District Court ruling yesterday, approving a settlement in the long-running Average Wholesale Price (AWP) pharmaceutical litigation against AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (NYSE: AZN - News). (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080317/AQM144LOGO)The ruling affirms a settlement that awarded consumers who purchased the pharmaceutical giant's prostate cancer drug Zoladex treble damages, a rare if not unprecedented event in consumer litigation.The case, argued…

  • AstraZeneca - Seroquel: it must all have been a dream!

    20 Nov 2009 | 8:27 am
    Story! LOL

  • Pfizer - Prempro: Kris Hundley writes

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Is Prempro, the hormone drug known to increase the risk of breast cancer, a public hazard?If a judge in Pinellas County determines that it is, hundreds of thousands of documents now under seal in lawsuits against the drug's manufacturer nationwide could be released for the public to inspect.The key to the confidential company records has ended up in Pinellas-Pasco Circuit Judge Anthony Rondolino's hands because of a clerical misstep and a unique Florida statute.A hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday, though attorneys were negotiating a possible resolution late Thursday.More than…

  • Ghostwriting 101

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:11 am

  • Henri, I'm sure you are worth every cent!

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:08 am
    Jim has the story!
 
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    Our Bodies Our Blog

  • New Mammogram Guidelines Are Causing Confusion, But Here’s Why They Make Sense

    New government guidelines recommending that women start screening for breast cancer at age 50 instead of 40 set off a round of criticism this week and caused much confusion for women who for years have been told that early detection saves lives. But a number of women's health organizations, including Our ... [This is a content summary only. Click the headline to visit Our Bodies, Our Blog for the full post, links, other content and more!]

  • CDC Officially Reverses HPV Vaccine Requirement for Immigrant Women

    Last week, the CDC issued revised vaccination criteria for U.S. immigration which will reverse the requirement that female immigrants seeking permanent residence or entry to the U.S. be immunized against HPV. The new criteria require that any mandated vaccine must be age-appropriate for the immigrant applicant, and must either protect against ... [This is a content summary only. Click the headline to visit Our Bodies, Our Blog for the full post, links, other content and more!]

  • Judy Norsigian Featured on “Liberadio(!)”

    OBOS co-founder and executive director Judy Norsigian has been in Nashville, TN, for the weekend, and this morning she was a guest on  Liberadio(!), Mary Mancini and Freddie O'Connell's local political radio show. Topics covered include the history of the organization and the need for its work (including the landmark book ... [This is a content summary only. Click the headline to visit Our Bodies, Our Blog for the full post, links, other content and more!]

  • Searching for Credible Health Information Online?: Ask Rachel

    In our second self-referential moment of the week, I wanted to point to several posts by OBOS blogger Rachel Walden that are featured in this month's MedLib’s Round, a monthly blog carnival that highlights some of the best writing on medical librarianship. From the carnival intro: A 2008 study by the Center ... [This is a content summary only. Click the headline to visit Our Bodies, Our Blog for the full post, links, other content and more!]

  • If the Shoe Commercial Doesn’t Fit, Don’t Buy It: Reebok Ads High on Objectification, Low on Value

    by Meg Young Our Bodies Ourselves intern Reebok recently launched a new ad campaign for its women’s “Easy Tone” sneakers that is definitely not focused on feet. The shoe's selling point is that the sole is supposedly constructed in such a way that it works the wearer’s hamstrings, calves and glutes ... [This is a content summary only. Click the headline to visit Our Bodies, Our Blog for the full post, links, other content and more!]
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  • Moody’s on Pharma: Outlook Is Negative, But it Could Be Worse

    James A. White
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:34 pm
    Moody’s still thinks the credit ratings of the world’s big drug companies are likely to get worse in the coming months. But Moody’s does find a few good things to say about the industry. A sampling of findings from the company’s latest industry outlook: Mega-mergers by Pfizer, Merck and others is providing “increased scale and a somewhat better balance” between the companies’ expiring patents and their product pipelines, Moody’s says. The “unprecdented” M&A binge is expected to slow but activity is likely to continue with smaller, bolt-on deals.

  • Swine-Flu Update: Resistance, Mutations, Declines and China

    Jacob Goldstein
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    Here are a few threads from around the world on what’s happening with the H1N1 swine-flu pandemic. Four patients in the past six weeks had Tamiflu-resistant flu at Duke University Hospital. In at least two of the cases, patients contracted the resistant bug before they had been treated with Tamiflu, a Duke infection-control doctor told the Health Blog. All of the patients were on a cancer ward, and had suppressed immune systems. Norway reported finding a mutated strain of H1N1 in three patients, two of whom had died from the disease. The mutation might make the more likely to move deep…

  • Pfizer’s Generics Business Takes Shape

    Jacob Goldstein
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:49 am
    Sounds like Pfizer’s pushing further into the generic drugs business. New agreements between Pfizer and Aurobindo of India could be coming in the next month or two, Dow Jones Newswires reports this morning, citing execs from both companies who say something’s in the works. The companies already have a deal that allows Pfizer to sell dozens of generic drugs in both developed and emerging markets. Pfizer plans to set up a division to sell generic drugs in Japan, according to news reports this week. The unit will initially sell Pfizer’s own off-patent drugs, but will also apply…

  • Former Smoker Sues Philip Morris, Wins $300 Million

    Jacob Goldstein
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:08 am
    Florida’s never-ending tobacco litigation continued not to end this week. A woman in South Florida who smoked Benson & Hedges for 25 years sued Philip Morris and was awarded $300 million. Most of the award — $244 million — was punitive damages. The balance was compensatory damages for the woman, who has emphysema, the Associated Press reports. She’s 61; she started smoking in 1968 and stopped in 1993. Her lawyers argued that the company knew cigarette smoking was addictive and harmful, but concealed that information. The cigarette lawsuits in Florida have been…

  • Balancing Risks and Benefits of Pap Smears

    Jacob Goldstein
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:55 am
    A big national gynecologists’ group has new guidelines out on when women should get a pap smear, the screening test that helps reduce the risk of cervical cancer. Guidelines like these come out all the time and go largely unnoticed by the public, but given the debate this week over the new mammogram guidelines, the pap test guidelines are getting some attention. The guidelines note that pap smears can lead to procedures that may increase the risk of premature delivery if a woman gets pregnant later in life. And, they note, cervical cancer is extremely rare in adolescents. So they advise…
 
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  • Video: Rare Vaccine Side Effect?

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:37 am
    A Va. Teen was diagnosed with a rare disease, Guillain-Barre syndrome, shortly after receiving the H1N1 vaccine. Dr. Jennifer Ashton reports.

  • CDC: "Nothing Typical" about 2009 Flu

    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 pm
    43 States Still Seeing Widespread H1N1 Activity, 15 More Confirmed H1N1 Deaths, CDC Reports

  • Tamiflu-Resistant H1N1 Cluster Reported

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:30 pm
    Cases of 4 N.C. Patients Show Swine Flu Virus May be Mutating

  • Video: H1N1 May Rise During Holidays

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:08 pm
    The CDC reported that the H1N1 virus was widespread in 43 states last week, down from 46. Jeff Glor reports that there is worry for a new spike of infections with holiday travel.

  • Video: Suicides At France Telecom

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:08 pm
    France Telecom is undergoing a major restructuring in which the goal is to cut billions of dollars in expenses. The process has led to an epidemic of suicide. Sheila MacVicar reports.
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  • Fun Friday: Counting carbons?

    FatFighter
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:06 am
    You know – carbons. As in carbon emissions. Check out Does This Blog Make Us Look Fat? to find out why it’s the new way to watch what you eat. It’s all the rage, so do it! Get your FREE copy of "Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals" Download e-book here. Related posts What do you count? What happens when you hit the diet wall? The Twitter Diet – Are you on it? The Hershey’s Kiss Diet The Hershey's Kiss Diet

  • Movie popcorn and soda like 3 Quarter Pounders and 12 pats of butter

    FatFighter
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:33 am
    You probably know the popcorn at the movie theaters is far from healthy, but did you know having a medium popcorn and soda from a major national chain is like eating three McDonald’s Quarter Pounders with 12 pats of butter? That’s according to a new report from the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI). CSPI says the popular combo from Regal, the country’s biggest movie chain, has 1,610 calories and three days’ worth – 60 grams – of saturated fat. The study is an update to research CSPI did on movie theater popcorn 15 years ago. Here are some…

  • News Nugget: Some obese people don’t know they have a weight problem

    FatFighter
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:43 pm
    As obesity rates continue to climb, new research finds some obese people do not realize they have a weight problem. The study says one in ten people classified as obese do not understand they are overweight, and believe they are healthy. Get your FREE copy of "Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals" Download e-book here. Related posts News Nugget: Overweight preschoolers have signs of heart disease News Nugget: Obesity epidemic hits toddlers News Nugget: Nearly one in four Britons obese News Nugget: MSG linked to obesity News Nugget: More Americans obese than just overweight

  • Super fun Thanksgiving calorie quiz :)

    FatFighter
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    According to the Calorie Control Council, the average American may have more than 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat from eating a traditional Thanksgiving dinner… and snacking throughout the day. Think you know your T-Day numbers? Here’s a fun little quiz to find out. See if you can match these popular holiday foods and drinks with the right number of calories and fat in each one. Popular Thanksgiving Day foods and drinks: 1. Roasted Turkey – (no skin) 4 slices (4 oz.) 2. Cranberry Sauce – 1/2 cup 3. Cornbread Stuffing – 1 cup 4. Green Bean Casserole – 1…

  • News Nugget: Should chocolate milk stay in schools?

    FatFighter
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:16 pm
    A new ad campaign from the dairy industry is stirring up quite a debate. The ads say that without the sugary flavoring in chocolate milk, some kids won’t drink regular milk and won’t get its nutrients. Critics say kids will drink white milk if it’s the only milk offered, and that they already get too much sugar, which is adding to the country’s obesity problem. Should schools serve chocolate milk? What do you think? Get your FREE copy of "Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals" Download e-book here. Related posts Young kids urged to take cholesterol drugs Small…
 
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  • At Our Bodies Our Blog: CDC Reverses HPV Vaccine Requirement for Immigration

    Rachel
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:10 am
    At Our Bodies Our Blog this week, I cover the CDC’s new vaccination criteria for U.S. immigration, which removed HPV and zoster (chicken pox) from the required vaccines. I also have a bit about why the HPV vaccine requirement was problematic, links to previous related posts, and links to organizations for women of color that issued a statement applauding the change. Meanwhile, C’s post on the new mammogram recommendations has useful explanation of the change and a lively comments section. Posted in Access, Rights, & Choice, Boobs, Cancer, Ethics, Global Issues, Government,…

  • Direct Link to the Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations That Have Been in the News

    Rachel
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:53 am
    U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Screening for Breast Cancer Release Date: November 2009 The following bullet points are copy/pasted from the page, but more explanation of the recommendations and how “strong” they each are is available in the supporting documents. Summary of Recommendations The USPSTF recommends against routine screening mammography in women aged 40 to 49 years. The decision to start regular, biennial screening mammography before the age of 50 years should be an individual one and take patient context into account, including the patient’s values regarding…

  • Judy from OBOS in Nashville, on Liberadio(!)

    Rachel
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:19 pm
    As I mention in today’s post at Our Bodies Our Blog, OBOS co-founder and Executive Director Judy Norsigian was in Nashville, and was featured today on local political talk radio show Liberadio(!). More about her trip and a link to the show archive are in the post. Thanks to the locals who hosted a house party for OBOS last night – it was a great event and – in addition to hearing Judy speak – I was so glad to meet so many interesting folks! Posted in Events & Observances, Women's Health

  • Sunday News Round-Up – 11/15

    Rachel
    15 Nov 2009 | 7:45 am
    Lots of good stuff at Our Bodies Our Blog as usual, including a new post from OBOS intern Meg Young on Reebok’s ridiculous new sneaker ad. The FDA is looking into caffeinated alcoholic beverages and considering whether they are safe and/or legal (via NPR). On Stupak, NPR has a good explanation of the red tape barriers to abortion that would be created by the amendment. RaceWire launched a LGBT Racial Equity Toolkit with the note “Though this website was developed especially to inform philanthropic efforts and mobilize support for LBGTQ communities of color, there’s a lot here…

  • Things I Have: Geographic Tongue

    Rachel
    14 Nov 2009 | 3:29 pm
    The New England Journal of Medicine has posted a new “Images in Clinical Medicine” image, and this time it’s geographic tongue (and it’s freely available without a subscription to the journal). And that happens to be something I experience, so I thought I’d link to the info. Basically, some of the bumpy parts of the tongue flatten out, making patterns kind of like continents/maps (hence the “geographic” moniker). Sometimes it kind of hurts. Sometimes it kind of itches. The patches are differently shaped and located over time. MedlinePlus and eMedicine…
 
 
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  • As smart grid expands, so does vulnerability to cyber attacks.

    jpmyers@ehsic.org
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    The accelerating deployment of tens of millions of advanced electric meters and other smart grid devices may help fight climate change. But it also could make the nation's power network potentially more vulnerable, the head of the nation's electric grid operations monitor says.

  • Saskatchewan premier takes green scheme south.

    jpmyers@ehsic.org
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Brad Wall is finding open doors on Washington's Capitol Hill and at the White House, as he pitches the province's carbon capture and shoratage projects for one of the U.S.'s biggest emissions problems — greenhouse gases released from aging coal-fired power plants.

  • U.S. group sees worsening coastal flooding threat.

    jpmyers@ehsic.org
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Fast-melting ice from Greenland and Antarctica will lead to a much sharper rise in sea levels than previously estimated, touching off flooding that will radically alter U.S. East Coast cities from Miami to Baltimore, according to a new study.

  • The global heat is on.

    jpmyers@ehsic.org
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    The Earth's natural ability to absorb carbon dioxide is declining and global temperatures are on course to rise by 6°C by the end of the century, according to a study.

  • Harvard finds kidney stones, malaria among global-warming risks.

    jpmyers@ehsic.org
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Kidney stones, malaria, Lyme disease, depression and respiratory illness all may increase with global warming, researchers at Harvard Medical School said.
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  • Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs Wins Global Media Award for Excellence in Population Reporting

    12 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm
    The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health s Center for Communication Programs (CCP) was awarded a Global Media Award for Best Serial Drama by the Population Institute. The annual award honors those who bring greater public awareness to the challenges related to population and reproductive health. CCP was recognized for the radio serial drama, Neighbors, which was produced in Uganda as part of a national campaign to encourage young married men to have smaller families using modern family planning methods with their wives.

  • Off-Label Gabapentin Trial Outcome Reporting Examined, Inclusion of Protocols in Trial Registration Recommended

    12 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm
    A study by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health identified evidence of selective outcome reporting for clinical trials of off-label use of the seizure medication, gabapentin. The analysis compared study protocols for off-label use and the manufacturer s internal research reporting with published reports of study findings. The results are published in the November 12 edition of the New England Journal of Medicine.

  • CLF Director Robert Lawrence Receives APHA s Highest Honor

    12 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm
    Robert S. Lawrence, MD, director of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health s Center for a Livable Future (CLF), has been presented with the Sedgwick Award Medal for Distinguished Service in Public Health, the American Public Health Association s (APHA) oldest and most prestigious award. The award was established to recognize distinguished service to public health. Lawrence was presented with the award at the Public Health Awards Reception & Ceremony on November 11 in Philadelphia, Penn., at the close of APHA s 137th Annual Meeting and Exposition.

  • CCP Wins Worldwide Malaria Prevention Grant from USAID Worth an Estimated $100 Million

    6 Nov 2009 | 11:30 am
    The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health s Center for Communication Programs has been awarded a five year grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to ensure the distribution and proper use of long-lasting insecticide treated bed nets (LLINs) in malaria endemic countries. The new project, called NetWorks will partner with the Malaria Consortium, Catholic Relief Services and hundreds of local agencies across Africa and parts of Asia. The project will have an estimated cost of up to $100 million.

  • Kidney Function Decline Increases Risk of Coronary Heart Disease and Premature Death

    6 Nov 2009 | 11:30 am
    Declining kidney function may increase an individual s risk for heart attack, peripheral arterial disease and early death even among those without kidney disease, according to a study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The study examined changes in kidney function over time and is one of two new studies examining the connection between declining kidney function and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Both were published November 5 in the Journal of the American Society Nephrology (JASN).
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    Medical News Today: Pediatrics

  • $10 Million In Grants Aimed At Enrolling American Indian, Alaska Native Kids In Health Care To Be Awarded

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced the availability of up to $10 million in grants to help reach American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) children who qualify for, but are not yet enrolled, in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). These new grants are part of a broader effort to find and enroll uninsured children who are eligible for Medicaid or CHIP but not enrolled.

  • A Risk Factor In Childhood Asthma Symptoms May Be Mother's Depression

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    Asthma symptoms can worsen in children with depressed mothers, according to research from Johns Hopkins Children's Center published online in the Journal of Pediatric Psychology.

  • Giant Snails Could Address Malnutrition

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    A nutritionist in Nigeria says that malnutrition and iron deficiency in schoolchildren could be reduced in her country by baking up snail pie. In a research paper to be published in the International Journal of Food Safety, Nutrition and Public Health, she explains snail is not only cheaper and more readily available than beef but contains more protein.

  • Asthma A Significant Risk Factor For Complications In Children With H1N1

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    A new study on pediatric H1N1 influenza admissions has found that asthma is a significant risk factor for severe disease in children with pandemic H1N1 compared with the seasonal flu. The study (http://www.cmaj.ca/cgi/rapidpdf/cmaj.091724), led by researchers from The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, Ontario, is published online in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).

  • Federal Lawsuit Filed Over N.J. High School's Decision To Bar Student From Joining Antiabortion-Rights Protest

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    A New Jersey public high school student last week filed a federal lawsuit alleging that her free-speech and religious-freedom rights were violated when her school's administrators prohibited her from participating in an antiabortion-rights protest last month, the AP/Google News reports.
 
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  • No Time For Complacency On Swine Flu - Australian Medical Association

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm
    AMA Vice President, Dr Steve Hambleton, said today that the AMA is encouraging people to visit their GP to be immunised against swine flu. It has been reported that there are still far too many Australians who have not been vaccinated to protect themselves from the virus. Dr Hambleton said that people should not be complacent because of the warmer weather or because swine flu is no longer dominating the TV and radio news or the newspaper headlines.

  • AMA Urges Safety And Common Sense In Schoolies Week, Australia

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    AMA Vice President, Dr Steve Hambleton, said today that Schoolies Week is a traditional celebration for students after a tough year, but it is also a time of high health risk for young people. Dr Hambleton, a Brisbane GP, said the focus has been on preventing the risks of alcohol and binge drinking but students should be equally careful and cautious about their sexual health.

  • Daschle Still Making Voice Heard On Health Care

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    The Hill reports that former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle helped Obama Administration officials strategize to win health care reform votes from Senators on Capitol Hill Wednesday.

  • Reid Advances Dems' Health Reform Effort With Release Of Senate Bill

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    "Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid set the stage for a climactic debate in the Senate over health care by unveiling a 10-year, $848 billion bill that would extend insurance to 31 million Americans without coverage," The Wall Street Journal reports. The proposed measure, which totals 2,074 pages in length, "is the Senate's answer to a bill that narrowly passed the House Nov. 7.

  • For World Toilet Day, News Outlets Examine Poor Sanitation Conditions Around World

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    In light of World Toilet Day Thursday, several news outlets examine the impact of poor sanitation on health. Reuters examines the challenges of poor sanitation in Mumbai, India, "where more than half its 18 million residents live in slums and where the average ratio of people to toilets is 81:1.
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  • Pivotal Study For PSD502--The First Potential Treatment For Premature Ejaculation

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am
    At the annual meeting of the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA), Inc. in San Diego, Sciele Pharma, Inc., a Shionogi Company and Plethora Solutions Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Plethora Solutions Holdings PLC ("Plethora" AIM:PLE)., today presented data from its second positive pivotal study of PSD502 for the treatment of premature ejaculation (PE). Results of the double-blind treatment phase of this study, which enrolled patients from the U.S.

  • Why Hepatitis B Hits Men Harder Than Women

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Scientists in China are reporting discovery of unusual liver proteins, found only in males, that may help explain the long-standing mystery of why the hepatitis B virus (HBV) sexually discriminates -- hitting men harder than women. Their study has been published online in ACS' Journal of Proteome Research, a monthly publication.

  • International Event At Queen's Focuses On Male Infertility

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Male infertility and tackling falling birth rates across Europe will be among the topics addressed at this year's British Andrology Society's annual conference at Queen's University in Belfast. World leaders in the field of andrology - the study of male reproduction - will meet at Queen's this week (Thursday and Friday) to discuss the latest developments in the field of fertility including the potential to create artificial sperm from stem cells.

  • Studies Suggest Males Have More Personality

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Males have more pronounced personalities than females across a range of species - from humans to house sparrows - according to new research. Consistent personality traits, such as aggression and daring, are also more important to females when looking for a mate than they are to males. Research from the University of Exeter draws together a range of studies to reveal the role that sexual selection plays in this disparity between males and females.

  • Need To Address Hemophilia In Developing World Highlighted By Research

    17 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    When modern medicine finds a way to treat a medical condition, people often think that the problem is solved. But we also have to find ways to get that treatment into the hands of those who need it. For example, new research from North Carolina State University shows that much more needs to be done to help get existing treatment to hemophilia patients in the developing world, and that the current lack of treatment there is costing lives.
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  • More on National Diabetes Month – Tips

    Marijke Durning, RN
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:33 am
    Living with diabetes is more than taking insulin or medication. Those who have diabetes or know someone who does knows that living with diabetes is a lifestyle. Insulin or medications, like metformin or glucophage are not a cures for diabetes, although that is a common belief. Insulin and medications merely manage the disease, allowing the person with diabetes to continue living as normally as possible. Unfortunately, the disease still can cause significant damage to the body, as the sugar levels fluctuate. People with diabetes who manage to keep their blood glucose (sugar) under strict…

  • Exercising Your Knee When it Hurts

    Marijke Durning, RN
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:55 pm
    It may seem to go against your instincts, but in some cases, supervised exercise when you have knee pain could be just what you need. A study in the Netherlands of 131 people with patellofemoral pain syndrome found that patients who had followed a specially designed exercise program had better outcomes after one year of treatment than those who followed the standard care. Patellofemoral pain syndrome results in pain at the front of the knee, most often starting in adolescence, particularly among teens who are active in sports. It affects women more than men. The patients who followed the…

  • P&G Recall of Some of Vicks Products

    Marijke Durning, RN
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:57 pm
    P&G Voluntarily Recalls Specific Lots of Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray in the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom Press Release CINCINNATI, Nov. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE: PG) announced today it is voluntarily recalling three lots of its Vicks Sinex nasal spray in three countries: the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom. To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/pg/41327/ The company said it is taking this precautionary step after finding the bacteria B. cepacia in a small amount of product…

  • Asthma May Lead to H1N1 Complications

    Marijke Durning, RN
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:37 pm
    Children who have asthma are at higher risk of developing problems if they contract the H1N1 flu, more so than if they have the seasonal flu, say researchers. Researchers in Toronto, Canada, investigated the differences between 58 children with H1N1 who were admitted to the Hospital for the Hospital for Sick Kids, in Toronto, and 200 who had been admitted to the same hospital with complications from the seasonal flu, between 2004 and 2008. The researchers found that 22% of the children who were admitted because of H1N1 had asthma, while only 6% of those with seasonal influenza were asthmatic.

  • Smoking & Bladder Cancer Connection

    Marijke Durning, RN
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:52 pm
    It’s been known for a while that smoking increases the risk of developing bladder cancer. Actually, it’s the highest risk factor – smokers are twice as likely to develop bladder cancer than those who don’t smoke. According to the American Cancer Society, Smoking causes about half of the deaths from bladder cancer among men (48%) and almost a third of bladder cancer deaths in women (28%). Some of the carcinogens (cancer-causing chemicals) in tobacco smoke are absorbed from the lungs and get into the blood. From the blood, they are filtered by the kidneys and…
 
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  • GOP: Health test recommendations could affect care (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:48 pm
    AP - Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care — and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul.

  • Senate Democrats eye key US health care victory (AFP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:05 pm
    AFP - Democrats in the US Senate strove to lock down support to prevail in a landmark first test vote of President Barack Obama's top domestic priority, remaking the US health care system.

  • Obama's Senate allies eye key health care victory (AFP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:51 pm
    AFP - President Barack Obama's Democratic allies in the Senate strove to lock down support to prevail in a landmark first test vote on his top domestic priority, remaking the US health care system.

  • Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops (Reuters)

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:29 pm
    Reuters - Past the security man and his pit bull and through a haze of eye-watering smoke, two youths load up a pipe next to a row of shiny glass jars with two dozen varieties of marijuana bud displayed like candy.

  • Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops (Reuters)

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:22 pm
    Reuters - Past the security man and his pit bull and through a haze of eye-watering smoke, two youths load up a pipe next to a row of shiny glass jars with two dozen varieties of marijuana bud displayed like candy.
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    A Junk-Foodaholic's Journey to a Healthy LIfestyle

  • Recipe for Seven-Layer Salad

    12 Nov 2009 | 6:24 am
    When the family gets together for Thanksgiving and Christmas, one of the things I make is a seven-layer salad. It is always a hit and quickly consumed!Following is how she makes it:2 pkgs lettuce of your choice½ cup bell pepper, finely chopped½ cup celery, finely chopped¼ cup green onion, finely chopped16 oz. frozen green peas, thawed1 cup mayonnaise4 Tablespoons sugar2 cups cheddar cheese, grated1 cup real bacon bitsFirst, layer bottom of dish with lettuce. Then layer the following: bell pepper, celery, green onion, and peas. Next combine mayonnaise and sugar and spread over the top of…

  • The Truth About The Flu Vaccine

    21 Oct 2009 | 1:40 pm
    Studies show flu vaccines are unsafe and often ineffective.This video is a visual depiction of flu vaccine production. It includes how the flu vaccine is made and what it contains.There are better, natural alternatives to flu vaccines. For example, recent evidence confirms vitamin D is protective against the flu and other conditions.After watching this video, do you still think you should get a shot to combat the flu?Thanks for reading!© 2008 Thanks for taking the time to read A Junk-Foodaholic's Journey to a Healthy Lifestyle. Please feel free to peruse my blog for more great content. My…

  • A Different Way To Fight Colds and The Flu

    8 Oct 2009 | 11:29 am
    As the cold and flu season arrives, so do the commercials for products claiming to relieve the coughing, sneezing, headaches, sore throats and fevers. It's tempting to load up on all the over-the-counter cold and flu medicines and hope they provide some relief.On the other hand, researchers are discovering more about how the immune system works. What they're finding is the complex interaction of nutrients in food helps your body build its defenses against infection and disease.In particular, a diet of fruits and vegetables boosts your immune system and fights off illness. The key is not…

  • Status Update and Low Carb Cupcakes

    3 Sep 2009 | 12:30 pm
    You thought I'd fallen off the face of the earth, didn't you? Well, I've been extremely busy and just haven't taken the time to blog.I've been low-carbing it for over 7 weeks now and have lost 20 pounds! I have also been running on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays so I know that has helped me a bunch with the weight loss.Following is a recipe for low-carb cheesecake cupcakes. The cupcakes don't look like the picture above, it was just the best looking picture I could find of a cheesecake cupcake!Low Carb Cheesecake CupcakesCupcakes:3 - 8 oz. packages cream cheese1-1/2 Tblsp. Stevia (or 1 cup…

  • Conway Wampus Cats Media Day

    17 Aug 2009 | 2:01 pm
    Mothers of The Wampus Cats I am a Wampus Cat Mama!Dylan is The Starting CenterThe Conway Wampus Cats had their Media Day Saturday. Not only did the players get their picture taken, but the mothers did too. We were excited to find out our picture will be included the football program, along with the players.Our son, Dylan, was interviewed by the The Log Cabin Democrat, which is the local newspaper covering the media event. Here is what was written about him, as well as a couple of quotes,Dylan has the responsibility of making the line calls before the snap, and is penciled in as the starter at…
 
 
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  • Healthcare bill faces first Senate test

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:05 am
    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate will cast its first crucial test vote on healthcare reform on Saturday, with Democrats close to reaching the 60 votes needed to overcome Republican opposition and open debate.

  • Los Angeles gets tough on medical marijuana shops

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:29 pm
    LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Past the security man and his pit bull and through a haze of eye-watering smoke, two youths load up a pipe next to a row of shiny glass jars with two dozen varieties of marijuana bud displayed like candy.

  • Swine flu may have hit one peak; more to come

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:45 pm
    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The pandemic of swine flu may be hitting a peak in the Northern Hemisphere, global health officials said on Friday, but they cautioned it was far from over.

  • Funeral workers risk cancer from formaldehyde

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:58 pm
    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Morticians who use formaldehyde to embalm bodies have a higher risk of leukemia, researchers reported on Friday.

  • Swine flu may be peaking in U.S.

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:27 pm
    WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The pandemic of swine flu may be hitting a peak in the United States, health experts said on Friday.
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    National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases

  • New Publication Offers Relief to Those Suffering from Pain and Other Distressing Symptoms of Illness

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:05 am
    Dealing with the symptoms of a serious illness is difficult. But help is available -- a new brochure describes a comprehensive treatment that helps reduce or eliminate the pain and other distressing symptoms of illness and medical treatments. "Palliative Care: The Relief You Need When You're Experiencing the Symptoms of Serious Illness," produced by the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR), a component of the National Institutes of Health, explains in easy-to-understand language what palliative care is, who it benefits, and how it works.

  • NIDA Stimulus Grant to Assess the Benefits of Counseling with HIV Screening

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:10 am
    Public health experts encourage everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 to be HIV tested. Researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and the San Francisco Department of Public Health will determine whether receiving a rapid HIV test and counseling offers healthier outcomes than rapid testing alone, with a $12.3 million grant awarded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The grant is being funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health.

  • NIGMS 'Challenge' Areas Get Millions in Recovery Act Funds

    19 Nov 2009 | 5:39 am
    The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS), part of the National Institutes of Health, has invested $16.4 million of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) funds to jump-start a range of research projects that address critical gaps in the basic biomedical and behavioral sciences.

  • NIEHS Awards Recovery Act Funds to Focus More Research on Health and Safety of Nanomaterials

    19 Nov 2009 | 5:39 am
    The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of the National Institutes of Health, is increasing its investment in understanding the potential health, safety and environmental issues related to tiny particles that are used in many everyday products such as sunscreens, cosmetics and electronics.

  • NIH Opportunity Network to Expand Basic Behavioral and Social Sciences Research

    18 Nov 2009 | 10:50 am
    National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Francis Collins, M.D., Ph.D., today announced the launch of the Basic Behavioral and Social Science Opportunity Network (OppNet), a trans-NIH initiative to expand the agency"s funding of basic behavioral and social sciences research (b-BSSR).
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  • Shepardson v. Skilled Healthcare Group securities class action: Glancy Binkow & Goldberg appointed Co-Lead Counsel

    21 Nov 2009 | 1:02 am
    Glancy Binkow & Goldberg LLP has been appointed as Co-Lead Counsel in the securities class action against Skilled Healthcare Group, Inc., certain of the Company’s executive officers, and certain underwriters of the Company’s May 2007 initial public offering (“IPO”), currently pending in the United States District Court for the Central District of California -- Shepardson v. Skilled Healthcare Group, Inc., et al., No. CV 09-5416-DOC (RZx).

  • Inaugural recipient of the Pfizer/Heart and Stroke Foundation Chair chosen

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:53 am
    Renowned B.C. kinesiologist and heart disease researcher Dr. Scott Lear is the inaugural recipient of the Pfizer/Heart and Stroke Foundation Chair in Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Research at St. Paul's Hospital, established in partnership with Simon Fraser University (SFU).

  • Capella University introduces new online degree program

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:51 am
    Capella University (www.capella.edu), an accredited* online university that has built its reputation by providing quality education for adults, announced a new Bachelor of Science in Psychology online degree program, along with a Combined BS/MS in Psychology Option, which can save more than $4500 over the cost of pursuing each degree separately.

  • America's Got Talent Donald Braswell to participate in "Songs for Sara" Benefit Concert

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:47 am
    Donald Braswell, 4th place winner from TV's "America's Got Talent" 2008 season, and William Stokking, retired principal cellist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, are featured in the "Songs for Sara" Benefit Concert for Sara Ann Kronrot, a six-year-old Collingswood girl with profound cerebral palsy.

  • UAB performs complicated eye reconstruction surgery

    21 Nov 2009 | 12:46 am
    Singh and the team were practicing in Bundi, in northwestern India. It was a common drill, the coach hitting a golf ball at Singh, trying to keep the ball low. A field hockey ball is about the size of a baseball, and by trying to stop the much smaller and faster moving golf ball, it was thought a goalie could improve his reflexes and timing. Only this time the coach hit the ball too high.
 
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  • Berries and Your Heart Health

    Lisa Nelson
    In the battle against chronic disease, specifically heart disease, the antioxidant content of berries is a fantastic weapon. Researchers in 2008 studied 72 volunteers over an eight week period. The volunteers were divided into a berry group and control group. The berry group was fed 100 grams of whole bilberries, 50 grams of lingonberry-rich nectar, and 100 grams of blackcurrants, strawberries, or raspberry-chokeberry juice every other day. The control group received non-berry “fruit placebos”, such as sugar water and marmalade. After 8 weeks, the berry group had an increase in HDL…

  • Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs and Wear Cows

    Susana
    The publisher created a terrific promotional video with a reenactment of this scene: New book by Melanie Joy, Ph.D. The vast majority of Americans view eating meat as natural, normal and necessary while recognizing that vegetarianism is an ideology, or belief system. Thanks to Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs and Wear Cows by Melanie Joy, Ph.D. (published November, 2009 by Conari Press), the way we eat animals now has a name and is exposed to be every bit as much an ideology as vegetarianism. "Carnism" is the belief system that says it's okay to eat certain animals and not others. Like feminism,…

  • Life without cow and pig

    Sharon Porter
    It has been a little over a year not eating red meat or pork. My entire life, I grew up on eating and loving to eat these meat products. Some of my favorite foods included Italian combos, steak drizzled with gorgonzola and rueben sandwiches. Anytime I ate red meat, I always felt tired and as if some brick was just sitting in my stomach. Red meat never settled well for me. After conducting some research on how industrial cows were treated, and the impact of raising and then eating it has on the environment, I decided to give up red meat permanently. As for pork products, I didn’t physically…

  • How Does Protein Affect Weight Loss?

    Lisa Nelson
    Fat, protein, and carbohydrates are all essential to your overall health. When you are working to lose weight it’s important that you do not cut any one nutrient too low. Let’s focus on your protein intake. Types of Protein Protein is made up of 20 building blocks called amino acids. Eleven of these amino acids are nonessential and nine are essential. This means the body is unable to create nine of these amino acids on its own and must receive them from food sources. Dietary protein is divided into two categories – complete and incomplete. A complete protein contains all nine of the…

  • 100 Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do (Part 2)

    David
    From the New York Times: Or what you should expect when eating out, but do not want. This is the second half of the 100 do’s and don’ts from last week’s post. Again, this list is for one particular restaurant, mine, which is under construction in Bridgehampton, N.Y., and will, with any luck, open this spring. I realize that every deli needs a wisecracking waiter, most pizza joints can handle heavy metal, and burgers always taste better when delivered by a server with tattoos and tongue piercing(s). Not even a hundred suggestions can cover all the bases, so one is grateful for the many…
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  • GOP: Health test recommendations could affect care

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:33 am
    Republicans are seizing on this week's recommendations for fewer Pap smears and mammograms to fuel concern about government-rationed medical care _ and to try to chip away support by women for President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul.

  • Panel Reverses Pap Smear Guidelines

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:11 pm
    First mammograms. Now — in an apparent coincidence — Pap smears. New guidelines by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists say most women in their 20s can have a Pap smear every two years instead of annually to catch slow-growing cervical cancer. The change comes amid a separate debate over when regular mammograms to detect breast cancer should begin, in the 40s or the 50s.

  • Fired therapist: Stressed Marines get shoddy care

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:01 pm
    Marines treated at Camp Lejeune for post-traumatic stress had to undergo therapy for months in temporary trailers where they could hear bomb blasts, machine-gun fire and war cries through the thin walls, according to servicemen and their former psychiatrist.

  • Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported in NC

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:18 pm
    Four North Carolina patients at a single hospital tested positive for a type of swine flu that is resistant to Tamiflu, health officials said Friday. The cases reported at Duke University Medical Center over six weeks make up the biggest cluster seen so far in the U.S.

  • Pa. university students upset about fitness class

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:06 pm
    A Pennsylvania university's requirement that overweight undergraduates take a fitness course to receive their degrees has raised the hackles of students and the eyebrows of health and legal experts.
 
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  • Surgery and cognitive problems

    Jim Dryden, Associate Director of Broadcast Services
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:28 pm
    For many years, doctors and their older patients have feared that following surgery, seniors may experience declines in cognitive ability. Some studies have found links between surgery and long-term cognitive declines, but now a group of Washington University researchers has found that those earlier studies – which measured cognitive ability right before surgery and then in the months afterwards – did not have had enough information. The researchers looked at volunteers from Washington University’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center who had been closely monitored for several years…

  • Surgery and cognitive problems (1:00)

    Jim Dryden, Associate Director of Broadcast Services
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:27 pm
    FOR MANY YEARS, DOCTORS AND THEIR OLDER PATIENTS HAVE FEARED THAT FOLLOWING SURGERY, SENIORS MAY EXPERIENCE DECLINES IN COGNITIVE ABILITY, BUT A NEW STUDY FROM WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY RESEARCHERS IN THE JOURNAL ANESTHESIOLOGY HAS FOUND NO EVIDENCE OF LONG-TERM DECLINES THAT COULD BE LINKED TO SURGERY OR ILLNESS. JIM DRYDEN HAS THE STORY… PAST RESEARCH LOOKED AT A PERSON’S COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE RIGHT BEFORE SURGERY AND THEN AGAIN IN THE MONTHS AFTERWARDS, AND THOSE STUDIES HAD OFTEN NOTED DECLINES, BUT WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY RESEARCHER ALEX EVERS SAYS THOSE STUDIES OFTEN DIDN’T HAVE ENOUGH…

  • Preventing diabetes

    Jim Dryden, Associate Director of Broadcast Services
    9 Nov 2009 | 8:26 am
    Intensive lifestyle changes aimed at modest weight loss reduced the rate of developing type 2 diabetes by 34 percent over 10 years in people at high risk for the disease. Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and 26 other sites nationwide determined the results from the Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study (DPPOS), a 10-year follow-up study of patients who participated in the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP). Taking a diabetes drug also lowered the risk of advancing to diabetes, but not as much as the lifestyle changes did. THE BEST WAY TO TREAT DIABETES…

  • Preventing diabetes (1:00)

    Jim Dryden, Associate Director of Broadcast Services
    9 Nov 2009 | 8:25 am
    LIFESTYLE CHANGES AIMED AT MODEST WEIGHT LOSS APPEAR TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DEVELOPING DIABETES IN PEOPLE WHO ARE AT RISK FOR THE DISORDER. DURING A LONG STUDY, A NATIONWIDE TEAM OF DIABETES RESEARCHERS FOUND THAT LIFESTYLE CHANGES REDUCED THE RATE OF DEVELOPING DIABETES BY 34 PERCENT IN PEOPLE AT HIGH RISK. JIM DRYDEN HAS THE STORY… RESEARCHERS FOLLOWED PEOPLE OF DIFFERENT AGES AND ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS FOR AT LEAST 10 YEARS. THE ONE THING THAT ALL OF THE PEOPLE IN THE STUDY HAD IN COMMON WAS THAT THEY WERE AT RISK FOR DIABETES. THOSE PEOPLE WERE PUT ON A PROGRAM THAT ENCOURAGED REGULAR…

  • Demystifying psychiatry

    Jim Dryden, Associate Director of Broadcast Services
    2 Nov 2009 | 9:33 am
    Psychiatry is arguably the most misunderstood specialty in medicine. Although psychiatric disorders can be effectively diagnosed and treated, there are major disparities in the health-care and societal support that psychiatric patients receive. Much of that comes from a lack of understanding about the nature of psychiatric disorders and their treatment, as well as not understanding who psychiatrists are, what they do and where they fit into the health-care system. Two leading psychiatrists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have written a new book that they hope will…
 
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  • Chiropractor and Daughter put it in Gear for Charity

    19 Nov 2009 | 1:48 am
    By Adam Phillips "We're just excited about the race, win or lose, it's going to be a rush." - William C. Eriksen On November 20, 2009 Doctor of Chiropractic, William C. Eriksen, will be roaring off into the trek across the Baja peninsula. This will mark the beginning of the 42nd Annual Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. (photo: Doctor of Chiropractic William... This is a planetchiropractic content summary feed. Visit www.planetchiropractic.com for complete content, links, and related media. - Cheers!

  • Sherman College Returns to Original Name

    15 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    Sherman Chiropractic News Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic is now known as Sherman College of Chiropractic. The college's Board of Trustees voted unanimously to authorize the college's name change on October 17, 2009, during its fall meeting. Sherman College of Chiropractic is the name under which the college was founded in 1973; the... This is a planetchiropractic content summary feed. Visit www.planetchiropractic.com for complete content, links, and related media. - Cheers!

  • Palmer College of Chiropractic Announces New Chancellor

    4 Nov 2009 | 5:24 am
    Palmer Chiropractic News DAVENPORT, IA (November 4, 2009) -- Following what might be the most expansive search for a chiropractic college leader in the history of the profession, the Palmer College of Chiropractic Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the unanimous selection of Dennis Marchiori, D.C., Ph.D., D.A.C.B.R., as chancellor of Palmer... This is a planetchiropractic content summary feed. Visit www.planetchiropractic.com for complete content, links, and related media. - Cheers!

  • Chiropratic Team Successfully Finishes Chicago Marathon

    3 Nov 2009 | 1:03 am
    Chicago, Illinois -- Chiropractic history was made on Sunday, October 11th on the streets of Chicago when all runners on Team NPCO for Chiropractic successfully crossed the finish line at the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon in front of over one million cheering spectators. Waking up early and bearing the chilly 33 degree weather, runners... This is a planetchiropractic content summary feed. Visit www.planetchiropractic.com for complete content, links, and related media. - Cheers!

  • Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research Receives Federal Stimulus Funds

    26 Oct 2009 | 5:56 pm
    Palmer Chiropractic News NCCAM Awards Stimulus Funding to Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research for Low Back Pain Study Focusing on Muscle Function The National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), has awarded a supplemental grant to the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research (PCCR)... This is a planetchiropractic content summary feed. Visit www.planetchiropractic.com for complete content, links, and related media. - Cheers!
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    Mercola newsletters

  • Deadlier than Cocaine, Heroin, and the Swine Flu?

    Doctor Mercola
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:37 pm
    Mercola Newsletter Please use this link if you are having problems reading this newsletter: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/current.aspx November 21, 2009 - Issue 1368 The newsletters are also available via RSS: http://rss.mercola.com/NL/rss.aspx Warning: This Probiotic Tastes So Good and Goes Down So Easy You’ll Need to Hide It from Your Kids Now you can enhance your digestive vitality anywhere and everywhere you go... without taking pills or capsules. Deadlier than Cocaine, Heroin, and the Swine Flu? This public health threat kills tens of thousands more people each year than any…

  • Warning: This Probiotic Tastes So Good and Goes Down So Easy You’ll Need to Hide It from Your Kids

    Doctor Mercola
    18 Nov 2009 | 4:24 pm
    Mercola Newsletter Please use this link if you are having problems reading this newsletter: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/current.aspx November 19, 2009 - Issue 1367 The newsletters are also available via RSS: http://rss.mercola.com/NL/rss.aspx Warning: This Probiotic Tastes So Good and Goes Down So Easy You’ll Need to Hide It from Your Kids    Now you can enhance your digestive vitality anywhere and everywhere you go... without taking pills or capsules. Major Victory with Swine Flu Scandal    Great cause for optimism as vaccine safety advocates across…

  • What the Inventor of the Flu Shot NOW Thinks of the Vaccine...

    Doctor Mercola
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:56 pm
    Mercola Newsletter Please use this link if you are having problems reading this newsletter: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/current.aspx November 17, 2009 - Issue 1366 The newsletters are also available via RSS: http://rss.mercola.com/NL/rss.aspx Powerful and Practical Ways to Support Your Immune System 10 ways to make your immune system work harder for you*... Find out how to get FREE SHIPING and HANDLING! What the Inventor of the Flu Shot NOW Thinks of the Vaccine... Have you noticed the latest scare tactics used to offload swine flu vaccines? This Bee Product Has Enormous Benefits for…

  • Expert Pediatrician Exposes Vaccine Myths

    Doctor Mercola
    13 Nov 2009 | 3:32 pm
    Mercola Newsletter Please use this link if you are having problems reading this newsletter: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/current.aspx November 14, 2009 - Issue 1365 The newsletters are also available via RSS: http://rss.mercola.com/NL/rss.aspx Powerful and Practical Ways to Support Your Immune System 10 ways to make your immune system work harder for you*... Find out how to get FREE SHIPING and HANDLING! Expert Pediatrician Exposes Vaccine Myths    Leading physician offers compelling, scientific justification to challenge the status quo on childhood vaccinations. It Took…

  • Powerful and Practical Ways to Support Your Immune System

    Doctor Mercola
    11 Nov 2009 | 3:35 pm
    Mercola Newsletter Please use this link if you are having problems reading this newsletter: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/current.aspx November 12, 2009 - Issue 1364 The newsletters are also available via RSS: http://rss.mercola.com/NL/rss.aspx Powerful and Practical Ways to Support Your Immune System    10 ways to make your immune system work harder for you*... Choosing Between Raw Milk and a Dead, White Liquid    Join the legions of smart, savvy health advocates who’ve made the switch to one of nature’s healthiest, most healing foods.. Are You…
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  • Twenty-one questions about mammograms, cancer screenings and early detection

    19 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm
    (NaturalNews) There's a lot of talk about mammograms and cancer screenings this week. A U.S. government task force altered its recommendations, saying that women under 50 should receive no mammograms at all because the risk of harm far outweighs any promise of saving lives. This, in turn, led to a very vocal backlash from cancer industry promoters and even a few deeply misinformed celebrities like Sheryl Crow who swear by mammograms. (Sheryl Crow has a poor understanding of the effects of ionizing radiation.)Rather than providing new answers, this week's debates on mammograms have actually…

  • Aspirin kills 400% more people than H1N1 swine flu

    19 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm
    (NaturalNews) The CDC now reports that nearly 4,000 Americans have been killed by H1N1 swine flu. This number is supposed to sound big and scary, motivating millions of people to go out and pay good money to be injected with untested, unproven H1N1 vaccines. But let's put the number in perspective: Did you know that more than four times as many people are killed each year by common NSAID painkillers like aspirin?The July 1998 issue of The American Journal of Medicine explains it as follows:"Conservative calculations estimate that approximately 107,000 patients are hospitalized annually for…

  • It's already too late to shut the door on GM foods

    19 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm
    (NaturalNews) A report from the British Royal Society has been released that urges support for genetically-modified foods by the British public in order to address what it deems the world's growing demand for food. The report also reveals the disturbing reality about just how far genetically-modified (GM) foods have already penetrated the food supply in England, despite widespread public rejection of genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) roughly a decade ago.Over the years, Brits have been led to believe that their diets are GMO-free. Truth be told, nearly two-thirds of the roughly 2.6…
 
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    The Renegade Health Show – Fun and Educational TV on Raw Food, Vegan Diet, Healthy Living

  • 5 Ways to Boost Your Sex Drive Naturally

    Kevin Gianni
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 pm
    111By Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo, MS, DC, CCN, DACBN A woman I met on a recent airplane flight told me that her gynecologist mentioned to her that all of her patients over 40 complained of lack of sex drive. The doctor said loss of sex drive was the most common complaint she heard a daily basis and she had no solutions to offer. Causes of diminished sex drive include anemia, depression, alcohol, certain medications, hormone imbalances, in particular low testosterone, thyroid and estrogen, stress and adrenal exhaustion and relationship problems. Fortunately, there are natural ways to improve your…

  • 5 Ways to “Sneak” More Fruits and Vegetables into Your Child’s Diet

    Kevin Gianni
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 pm
    111By Kevin Gianni At times it may seem more likely that you’ll win a multi-million dollar lottery jackpot, than get your child to eat anything that is green. As a parent, you must know that this is not any new phenomenon. Leafy vegetables and monsters under the bed have been the adversaries of parents all over the globe spanning many decades. Over this time, some techniques and ingenuities have failed, though some have worked making mom and dad happy and helping veggie-phobic kids get healthy while hardly knowing any better. Here are 5 of the best possible tricks in the book, to get those…

  • 7 Secrets to Optimal Hormone Balance for Women

    Kevin Gianni
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 pm
    111by Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo MS, DC, CCN, DACBN September 3, 2009 If you think that the symptoms of hormone imbalance are limited to the discomforts of PMS, hot flashes, and other common menopausal discomforts, and that the solution is medication or “white knuckling it”, you’re not alone. Hormone imbalances contribute to a myriad of common complaints that most people don’t consider hormone related, including inability to shed excess body fat, fatigue, hair loss, palpitations, skin problems, and a host of others. Chronic and debilitating diseases like fibromyalgia, diabetes,…

  • What if I Get Cold on the Raw Food Diet in the Winter – The Renegade Health Show Episode #444

    Kevin Gianni
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:11 am
    111Q & A today… I love these shows… I get so pumped up to do them. I can hardly sit still. (I’m sure you notice in the videos) We’re talking about what to do in the winter if you get cold on the raw food diet, how much spirulina should you eat, do we eat any cooked foods, and it it is possible to eat too many nuts. Take a look and enjoy… Your question of the day: What do you like best… Spirulina, Chlorella or Wheatgrass? Click here, scroll down to the bottom of the page and leave your comments now! If you want to try spirulina crunchies, click here!

  • Is the Raw Food Diet what God Intended? – The Renegade Health Show Episode #443

    Kevin Gianni
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm
    111Today, back by popular demand, Reverend George Malkmus continues his talk on the raw food diet. In this clip he explains if the raw food diet is what god intended. He also explains who he believes does the healing… the individual or… Take a look, I think you’ll enjoy this no matter who you pray to on Sundays… Here’s the interview… Your question of the day: Do you think the raw food diet is what we were intended to eat? Click here, scroll down to the bottom of the page and leave your comments now! Live Awesome! Kev
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    In the Pipeline

  • But These Reagents, Where Are They?

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:53 am
    I'm home today (sick children, etc.), so I'm blogging from next to my daughter's guinea pig cage rather across the hall from my lab. But I have a lab-based question to throw out: what would you say is the chemistry technique or reagent with the worst publication-to-real use ratio? I have a couple of nominees to get things rolling. For reagent, I would like to advance the montmorillonite clay stuff. I cannot count how many papers I have seen on its use as a Lewis acid, catalyst, and all-around good thing to have, but I have never used it myself, never spoken with anyone who has, and never (to…

  • Merck, Shopping in the UK?

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:54 am
    So, according to this report, Merck is scouting out locations for a UK facility. No word if it's supposed to have a research component, but. . .as a correspondent points out, if only there were a large research campus that they could somehow get their hands on, convenient to both Cambridge and London, with all the facilities they might need. . .hmmm. . .

  • What Are the Best Med-Chem Books?

    19 Nov 2009 | 8:51 am
    I get regular requests to recommend books on various aspects of medicinal chemistry and drug development. And while I have a few things on my list, I'm sure that I'm missing many more. So I wanted to throw this out to the readership: what do you think are the best places to turn? This way I can be more sure of pointing people in the right directions. I'm interested in hearing about things in several categories - best introductions and overviews of the field (for people just starting out), as well as the best one-stop references for specific aspects of drug discovery (PK, toxicology,…

  • Plavix vs. Effient

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:29 am
    The InVivo Blog has a good article on a controversy in the blood-thinning market. Plavix (clopidogrel) has a very strong share of that, of course, but since Effient (prasugrel) was finally approved, Lilly and Dai-Ichii are looking to take as much of that market as they can. And one opening might be that not everyone responds similarly to Plavix. In some cases, that's because there are some drug-drug interactions, a problem the FDA has recently addressed. The proton pump inhibitors, especially, are metabolized through the CYP2C19 pathway. That's a problem, since that enzyme is needed to…

  • More For the Blogroll

    18 Nov 2009 | 10:19 am
    Two more blogs that I've forgotten to add are now on the blogroll: Pharma Conduct and Chemical Space. Welcome! Update: oh yeah, Pharmalot returns, too!
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    Healthbolt

  • More Booze for Older Alcoholics: Duh Study

    Marijke Durning, RN
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:38 pm
    Yet another one for the Duh Files: Older alcoholics need more alcohol to get drunk. Really? Alcoholism is not something that is funny nor should it be joked about. It’s a serious problem that requires serious interventions. But who in their right mind doesn’t know or hasn’t figured out that the longer you abuse alcohol, the more alcohol you end up using? According to an Ohio State University press release about a study that looked at alcoholics and alcohol use, The findings suggest that older problem drinkers may have developed a tolerance for alcohol and need to drink even…

  • HPV Vacc No Longer a Must: U.S. Immigrants

    Marijke Durning, RN
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:33 am
    There was a huge uproar among women’s groups and immigration groups when news got out that the vaccine against some strains of human papillomavirus, which cause genital warts and may contribute to the development of cancer of the cervix, would be mandatory for any woman who wants to come to the United States to live permanently. What caused this uproar? The same requirement was not place on women who were American citizens. Granted, the United States has the right to make its own rules regarding what vaccinations people must have if they want to live within the U.S. borders. But, this…

  • Should Santas Get H1N1 Vaccine?

    Marijke Durning, RN
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:07 am
    American Santa’s helpers, who stand-in for Santa in public appearances (because we know that Santa can’t be *everywhere*), are asking for the H1N1 (swine flu) vaccine before they face the contaminated masses, say news reports. The coughing and close contact with children are giving Santa’s helpers the shivers. Seriously though, this is so much a concern that one of the Santa groups, the Amalgamated Order of Read Bearded Santas, addressed the issue, urging its Santas to use plenty of hand sanitizers during their Santa days. Adding vitamins to their diet is also recommended.

  • Egyptian Mummies Not So Healthy

    Marijke Durning, RN
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:05 pm
    Bad headline, sorry – but I have a limited number of characters and I wasn’t sure how to word this. How about: Some Egyptians Who Died and Were Mummified Had Heart Disease, Just Like Us in the Year 2009. Too long, huh? Researchers don’t only research current issues, such as finding cures for cancer or ways to make body parts regrow, they also look back in an attempt to understand what happened in earlier times. In this particular study, researchers were looking for signs of atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, in mummies. We tend to think of heart disease as a…

  • Viagra for Women? Well, Sort of

    Marijke Durning, RN
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:53 pm
    Viagra for men – and the similar drugs that followed after – is a huge, huge money maker for big pharmaceuticals. You have to give them credit. They found a need and they filled it; they rose to the challenge (pun intended ). But now, the target is women. Women do experience sexual dysfunction. Many women would love to have satisfying sex lives but don’t because of various issues. While some researchers are actively working on medications to help women with their sexual desire, some discover a treatment by accident, as did researchers from the University of North Carolina at…
 
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  • Yoga Ouch: Is it in Your Mind or Your Body?

    healingyoga
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:04 pm
    How to avoid injuring yourself during your yoga practice.

  • 7 Healthy Foods That Will Fill You Up and Prevent Overeating

    averyc
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:15 am
    David A. Kessler, the author of 'The End of Overeating', explains very well how people become addicted to foods that are high in sugar, fat and salt. Like addiction does, this causes people to crave so

  • The 5 Signs Your Diet Plan Will Last

    ABCDEFGreen
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:15 am
    If you're ever going to achieve your ideal weight, you're going to have to develop a diet plan that you can do 'forever.' Of course, people often get excited when they first start a new diet plan, but this excitement often wanes within a few weeks.

  • 7 Foods To Improve Your Mood

    Lexi
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:15 am
    If you feeling sad, lonely or blue, don't run for anti depressants. Be sure to try these 7 foods to improve your mood. They will elevate your spirits and provide vital nutrients that your body needs.

  • Illness as Yoga Practice

    healingyoga
    16 Nov 2009 | 2:49 pm
    Using yoga tactics when sick
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  • Tee Off on This: Sleep Better, Golf Better

    Dr. Mike
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:45 am
    I don’t know any avid golfer who isn’t looking for tips to improve his or her game. Some of my golfing friends are real fanatics, incessantly talking about ways to reduce the number of strokes it takes to get through eighteen holes. And now I finally have proof to make a case for my area of expertise: better sleep. Equipment, weather conditions, athleticism, and technique aside, if you can get your game on at night, you can get your game on over the greens. Seriously. I’m not making this up. A study out of Morristown Memorial Hospital in New Jersey found a group of golfers that improved…

  • Fact or Fiction: You Can Catch Up on Sleep Over the Weekend

    Dr. Mike
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:12 am
    If we’re watching our weight and “blow it” on any given day, we’re told it’s okay because we can make up for it the next day and get back on track. But what about when we lose sleep? Can we catch up over the weekend and, say, sleep in on Sunday morning to make up for those late, late nights during the work week? I get this question a lot. I think it’s because people expect to hear something different from the truth: NO, you can’t just pay off a sleep debt by sleeping late on the weekend. Sorry. The proof? Check out the following studies of late, which have changed some of the…

  • Housework After Sex, Not Sleep

    Dr. Mike
    4 Nov 2009 | 10:07 am
    Hold on to your seatbelt for this one. Professor Elwyn Isaac from England’s University of Leeds has just discovered an astonishing behavior among fruit flies: after mating, females ditch their usual afternoon siesta in favor of engaging in intense foraging (ahem, that would be akin to domestic-type duties or housework). The trigger? A “sex peptide” that is produced in the males’ accessory gland, the equivalent of the human prostate, and attaches itself to the surface of the sperm’s tail. This sex peptides appears to have a chemical effect on the female, preventing her from taking…
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    Whole Food And More

  • Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder

    Robin Plan
    8 Nov 2009 | 2:23 pm
    I drink a lot of green tea. I used to only drink iced tea until I gave up coffee a year and a half ago. I never knew there were so many different teas from green to detox teas. I recently came across Dr. Mercola's article on matcha green tea powder. I had never heard of this tea. I tried it and love the taste along with the health benefits from drinking it. I do still have a cup of regular green tea from time to time and that's OK because green tea is still good for me also.You've likely read about the amazing benefits of green tea for many years. I recently realized that there is an amazing…

  • PetSmart Recalls Two Beef Hooves - Dog Treats, Nov 2009

    Robin Plan
    6 Nov 2009 | 6:17 am
    PetSmart Voluntarily Recalls Dentley's Beef Hooves FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Phoenix, AZ, Nov 4, 2009 - PetSmart (NASDAQ: PETM) is voluntarily recalling two Dentley's Beef Hoof products for potential salmonella contamination. The products were manufactured by Pet Carousel, Inc. in Sanger, Calif. The recalled products include only the following types of Dentley's Beef Hooves purchased between Oct. 2, 2009 and Nov. 3, 2009: Dentley's Bulk Cattle Hoof UPC# 73725703323Dentley's 10 Pack Beef Hooves UPC# 73725736055 No other products are included in this recall. The affected products were shipped…

  • Dog Treat Warning For Pig Ears and Beef Hooves, Nov 2009

    Robin Plan
    6 Nov 2009 | 6:11 am
    FDA Health Alert for Certain Pet Treats Made by Pet Carousel Products may be contaminated with SalmonellaNov 5, 2009The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is issuing this health alert to warn consumers not to use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats manufactured by Pet Carousel because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail packaging for sale in pet food and retail chain stores. Pet Carousel is based in Sanger, Calif. The products were manufactured under conditions that facilitate cross-contamination within batches or…

  • Bisphenol A In Canned Foods Like Soup, Tuna, Green Beans....

    Robin Plan
    4 Nov 2009 | 5:18 am
    Dr. Heidi explained how tomatoes in cans are bad for us. In her words, "Tomato products are acidic and the can liners have toxic chemicals that have been shown to leach into the products, and may affect hormone production."Now Kim and Dr. Heidi report new sources that there are more canned foods to be concerned about.Other studies done with Environmental Working Group.Consumer Reports. Tests of canned foods, including soups, juice, tuna, and green beans, have found that almost all of the 19 name-brand foods tested contain measurable levels of Bisphenol A (BPA).Consumer Reports: Tests Find…

  • Bodybuilding.com Recalls 65 Supplements, Possible Steriods, Oct 2009

    Robin Plan
    3 Nov 2009 | 4:13 pm
    BODYBUILDING.COM Is Conducting a Voluntary Nationwide and International Recall of 65 Dietary Supplements That May Contain Steroids Company Contact:1-866-236-8417service@bodybuilding.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Boise, ID - November 3, 2009 – As part of its ongoing cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), Bodybuilding.com, LLC (the “Company") announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide and international recall of all lots and expiration dates of 65 dietary supplement products (the "Recalled Products") described on the attached list, that were sold through…
 
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  • Winter Sleds for Sale - Peak Snow Sled by Wolfgang Sirch | Be Sportier

    18 Nov 2009 | 5:41 pm
    Winter Sleds for Sale - Peak Snow Sled by Wolfgang Sirch | Be SportierWinter sleds for sale like this Peak Snow Sled by Wolfgang Sirch will bring back your winter time fun no matter what age you are. These winter sleds for sale are beautiful and fast and made from steam-bent solid ash with stainless steel runners. They feature a strong webbed seat and an adjustable braided cord with a turned acacia handle. High-end winter fun. Buy this sled for a price of $459.About Wolfgang Sirch: "the Sirch family has been producing products in wood for over 300 years in Germany. during the last part of the…

  • Zipp - Speed Weaponry | Wheels | 303 Tubular

    18 Nov 2009 | 3:29 pm
    Zipp - Speed Weaponry | Wheels | 303 TubularThe latest version of the Zipp 303 Tubular wheelset was engineered for the rough roads and rugged weather of the spring classics. But, at 1171grams, it’s lighter than many pure climbing wheelsets. So we weren’t surprised that Cervélo TestTeam’s Heinrich Haussler picked 303s for the cobbles of Paris-Roubaix and then rode them to win a Tour de France mountain stage by more than 4 minutes.Introduced in April 2009, the current 303 tubular is more than 5mm wider and 1mm deeper than its predecessor. Without adding a gram, these changes…

  • Eco – Twinkle Light by Kenan Wang � Yanko Design

    13 Nov 2009 | 1:24 pm
    Eco – Twinkle Light by Kenan Wang, Yanko DesignYou do recollect the Crank Up Battery, right? Close on heels to that concept is this Eco – Twinkle Light. Just like how you would crank up the battery or simply sharpen a pencil, you rotate Twinkle’s handle to charge it up. Twinkling fairy lights with loads of imaginary fairy dust, sparkle up this gem of an idea!

  • Wii Skateboard Accessory - Thrustmaster T-Freestyle NW | Be Sportier

    12 Nov 2009 | 1:39 pm
    "A Wii skateboard accessory like this Thrustmaster T-Freestyle NW works for skateboarding and snowboarding games and is cheaper then getting the Tony Hawk model. This Wii skateboard accessory employs a rolling motion and lateral movement tech, is made from genuine maple, and features a 'skull' design on the top. The included safety stoppers will keep you from breaking your ankle, so that's nice. Buy this Thrustmaster T-Freestyle NW for a price of $30 later this month."

  • ThinkGeek :: Black Ops Throat Mic iPhone Headset

    11 Nov 2009 | 8:38 am
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  • ECU Takes Tulsa by Storm

    15 Nov 2009 | 9:55 pm
    Dominique Lindsay ran for a career-high 172 yards, Darryl Freeney had a career-best 152 yards receiving and East Carolina maintained its lead in Conference USA's East Division with a 44 - 17 victory over Tulsa on Sunday night on ESPN.The Conference USA game was a rematch of last year's league championship game, but featured two teams heading in opposite directions.ECU (6-4, 5-1) is in sole possession of first place in the CUSA East Division. Tulsa dropped to 4-6, 2-4.The Pirates amassed over 400 yards of offense in the first half, then sealed the game with three defensive touchdowns in the…

  • Can Diabetes Be Reversed Naturally - in 30 Days?

    13 Nov 2009 | 8:43 pm
    Until next time,Eat Well. Live Well.Nutrition doesn't have to be hard. That's why there's The Pops™ and ER Fat Burn © 2009 Thanks for reading. Please feel free to peruse my blog for more great content. Websites: The Experts Agree On Something. Finally. | Are Your Vitamins Safe? | WFN Affiliate© 2008 Thanks for subscribing to my feed. Please visit my blog for more great content.My Other Websites: Are Your Vitamins Safe?  Whole Food Nation  Whole Food Nation Affiliate Link

  • Recipe for Seven-Layer Salad

    11 Nov 2009 | 7:07 pm
    When the family gets together for Thanksgiving and Christmas, one of the things my wife makes is a seven-layer salad. It is always a hit and quickly consumed!Following is how she makes it:2 pkgs lettuce of your choice½ cup bell pepper, finely chopped½ cup celery, finely chopped¼ cup green onion, finely chopped16 oz. frozen green peas, thawed1 cup mayonnaise4 Tablespoons sugar2 cups cheddar cheese, grated1 cup real bacon bitsFirst, layer bottom of dish with lettuce. Then layer the following: bell pepper, celery, green onion, and peas. Next combine mayonnaise and sugar and spread over the…

  • AICR: Obesity Responsible for Cancer Cases in U.S.

    9 Nov 2009 | 10:22 am
    The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) announced new estimates, based on the work of their researchers, that excess body fat is responsible for 100,500 cancer cases in the United States each year.Scientists suggest that this link between obesity and cancer is due to excess fat increasing levels of sex steroids and other hormones that promote cancer growth. Also the reduced immune function and elevated oxidative stress associated with excess body fat may contribute to the initiation of cancer by damaging DNA.AICR presented additional data showing that overweight and obesity also…

  • Kellogg's and The Swine Flu - Is This For Real?

    7 Nov 2009 | 9:50 am
    In case you haven't noticed, Kellogg's is attempting to cash in on the swine-flu hysteria - by informing parents that cereals like Cocoa Krispies can help boost their kids’ immune systems.This would be laughable, if it were not true.Until next time,Eat Well. Live Well.Nutrition doesn't have to be hard. That's why there's The Pops™ and ER Fat Burn © 2009 Thanks for reading. Please feel free to peruse my blog for more great content. Websites: The Experts Agree On Something. Finally. | Are Your Vitamins Safe? | WFN Affiliate© 2008 Thanks for subscribing to my feed. Please visit my blog…
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  • Tips for managing physician preferences

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:55 am
    by John Cunningham With the ongoing debate on the cost of healthcare and the myriad of proposals to "fix" it, it's easy to become distracted from the daily operational issues that acute-care hospitals face in managing one of the fastest growing expense lines; physician preference items. Physician preference items can end up accounting for a sizable portion of a hospital's total supply expenses. In 2008, the FDA reported that 3,370 new items were submitted for FDA approval and that number continues to climb. In fact, by 2011, the Healthcare Advisory Board predicts that 35 to 45 percent of all…

  • Candid reflections on bad behavior

    18 Nov 2009 | 12:01 pm
    by Dr. Kenneth H. Cohn I have been thinking a lot about the 2009 ACPE Doctor-Nurse Behavior Study, which surveyed 2,124 physicians and 696 nurses. It found that nearly 85 percent of respondents experienced degrading comments at work, including yelling (73 percent), cursing (49 percent) and refusing to work together (38 percent). As I wrote in my first book, Better Communication for Better Care, confronting a physician creates fear, but in retrospect, we all benefit from early intervention to avoid lapses in patient care suffers and even burnout. The reason why I use the term "in retrospect"…

  • Will reform lower health costs even without public option?

    11 Nov 2009 | 12:02 pm
    Cornell University economist Robert H. Frank, in a New York Times editorial, argues that even without a public option, any of the current healthcare reform bills will eliminate the underlying conflict of interest that has caused costs in the U.S. to skyrocket. Actually, "argue" may be too strong a word, as he devotes the entire article to a very lucid explanation of the problem. Does he contribute to the debate? You be the judge. Article

  • Innovation in Healthcare - A Look at Online Doctor's 'Visits'

    11 Nov 2009 | 11:48 am
    by Christopher Cornue I recently learned about an online medical practice that uses the Internet to connect with and take care of patients. I was intrigued by what I heard, so I researched the site further and found it to be a very interesting concept. Through the site, patients use the Internet as a primary means of communication with their healthcare provider. They create an account where their healthcare information will be stored and then have access to multiple physicians at a click of the mouse. [More:] It's an interesting concept in that each patient's interaction with his or her…

  • Exactly how useful is patient satisfaction data, anyway?

    9 Nov 2009 | 7:42 am
    by Anthony Cirillo FierceHealthcare recently reported on the latest report that identifies the best-performing hospitals that offer the highest quality of care. The research firm that came up with the list says it's the "first comprehensive index to compare the value of care that hospitals provide." They measure quality, including CMS's Core Measures, patient safety, mortality and readmission rates; efficiency, including the relative measure of the cost to the hospital for providing services; affordability, a relative comparison of prices charged for inpatient and outpatient services; and…
 
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    A Splintered Mind by Douglas Cootey

  • Mailbag: A Prepubescent Proposal

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:35 am
    Most of my day is spent ticking or driving and sometimes ticking in between driving. I am the full time parent and so the onus of driving the clan around lies on me. This can take a lot out of me neurologically. My wife might argue that I spend more time reading news than ticking or driving, but I'm going to ignore her. I ask that you do, too. On days that I'm not ticking or driving, I can be found examining my navel. It's not necessarily a pretty one, although it's clean, but I do spend a lot of time looking at it while trying to figure out how to do things better. Actually, that whole navel…

  • Living the AD/HD Hunter Analogy—or How Castle Distracted Me

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:34 am
    Ah, do you smell it? The scent of The Hunt? Do you hear the crisp, cool clacking of the keyboard, and feel the eyes darting over the glowing screen seeking out clues… Nothing thrills my AD/HD mind more than the solving a puzzle in The Hunt. As an art geek of sorts, I love pen & ink. I write notes with an old school fountain pen. I prefer the skritch of metallic nib on paper over the tactile-less glide of stylus over pad. Maybe one day soon I'll take my art gear and go out and actually draw something again. When I came across the Dux Variable Precision Sharpener and successfully hunted…

  • In Which Douglas Pretends to Write a Short Entry About Free Books & Fertilizer

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:33 am
    Ideally, this is a short entry because I'm supposedly working as much as I can on my novel. We'll see how that goes. The spirit is willing, but the mind is weak. You may not have caught it earlier, but I was asked to review a book for ADDitude Magazine. That review is now up on their site (See Trainwreck - My Life As an Idoit). It's short & sweet and hopefully not shared here too late for Claire, who won the book a few weeks ago. Give it a read and let me know what you think of it. Speaking of winning things, I'm giving out free books here. Are you sure you want to lurk? It's not as if…

  • Embarrassing AH/HD Impulses

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:32 am
    If there is one hallmark of AD/HD, it is the lack of impulse control. Put a group of people with AD/HD in one room and their symptoms may vary, but this hallmark is one thing they all share in common. Over the years I've learned to laugh at my AD/HD fueled moments, especially the impulsive ones. I had a chance to recall one a few weeks ago when an author friend was asking readers if they had ever lost control of themselves around a celebrity. I'm usually fairly cool around celebrities and I have my AD/HD to thank. There was one time I lost it around a celebrity. Once. The experience was so…

  • Live AD/HD Feed on Twitter

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:11 am
    Here's a live Twitter search I've been experimenting with. Many people comment on AD/HD in their daily lives on Twitter. Some accept it; some deny it. Some mock it; some praise it. I've filtered the search to leave out the several million blog posts so you should be able to get a good idea of what real people think about the subject by looking over the stream. It's likely not work safe, but any attempts to filter out cuss words have them posted in bold at the top of the page when you "Join the conversation". It made me laugh out loud. So terribly NOT what I had intended. You can reply to the…
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    Cancer Research UK - Science Update

  • A disappointing decision on liver cancer treatment

    Henry Scowcroft
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am
    NICE’s decision today not to recommend sorafenib – also known as Nexavar – to the NHS for the treatment of advanced liver cancer, is deeply disappointing for a number of reasons – namely the drug’s cost; the fact that it works; the questions this raises over NICE’s processes; and the effect this has on public [...]

  • Patient information – providing for cancer patients outside the hospital

    Henry Scowcroft
    18 Nov 2009 | 4:27 am
    A diagnosis of cancer can be a confusing time, where a lot of new information can arrive very quickly. Patients can, of course, discuss things with their doctor whilst they’re in hospital or when they visit their GPs. But it can also be enormously reassuring to speak to someone else at a later date, under your [...]

  • We urgently need the government to act on sunbeds

    Henry Scowcroft
    13 Nov 2009 | 8:54 am
    Today we published research in the British Medical Journal that looked at sunbed use amongst teenagers in England. The research has been widely covered in the media – and our spokespeople have had a busy morning being interviewed for local and national television and radio. Our findings are stark. Young people across England say they’re using [...]

  • The Health Bill becomes law – tobacco is now out of sight!

    Henry Scowcroft
    13 Nov 2009 | 8:06 am
    After almost a year and a half of campaigning, measures to help protect children from tobacco marketing were yesterday enshrined into law. The Health Bill 2009, which bans the display of tobacco at the point of sale and prohibits tobacco vending machines received Royal Assent yesterday evening and became the Health Act 2009. Since August last [...]

  • NCRI Cancer Conference 2009: a review

    Oliver Childs
    11 Nov 2009 | 2:56 am
    Regular readers of this blog will have noticed a flurry of posts over the past month covering the 2009 NCRI Cancer Conference, which took place at the beginning of October. Such events are a fantastic opportunity to hear about the latest research and exciting new strategies to beat cancer. In this short video, the conference’s scientific [...]
 
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    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

  • SSRIs and PPHN: A Review of the Data

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    10 Nov 2009 | 7:57 am
    In 2006, Chambers and colleagues published an article linking SSRI use during late pregnancy to an increased risk of persistent pulmonary hypertension in the newborn (PPHN). Since that time, several other reports have been published which have examined the association between SSRI antidepressants and PPHN.  Here is a summary of the findings to date: Chambers et [...]

  • Paroxetine (Paxil) May Affect Sperm Quality

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    1 Oct 2009 | 7:22 am
    Within the field of psychiatry, there is a growing body of literature studying the use of antidepressants in women in the context of pregnancy and the postpartum period.  However, much less attention has focused on the impact of these drugs on fertility, particularly in men.  Because major depressive disorders affect about one in 10 American [...]

  • Pregabalin (Lyrica) for the Treatment of Hot Flashes

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    21 Sep 2009 | 7:04 am
    Although estrogen is highly effective for the treatment of hot flushes, many women are reluctant to use hormone therapy to manage these symptoms, given recent concerns that estrogen may carry certain risks.  Several studies have demonstrated that gabapentin (Neurontin) and certain antidepressants, including paroxetine (Paxil) and venlafaxine (Effexor), may be useful non-hormonal treatments for the [...]

  • Hot Flashes or Depression: Which Comes First?

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    14 Sep 2009 | 6:37 am
    Hot flashes and depression are both common symptoms of the menopause transition.  Several studies have found a relationship between depression and hot flashes: depressed women are more likely to experience hot flashes and women with hot flashes are more likely to have depression.  Other studies have found no association between hot flashes and depression.  The connection [...]

  • Examining Modifiable Risk Factors for Postpartum Depression

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    31 Aug 2009 | 6:52 am
    Approximately 10-15% of women will experience mood symptoms that meet criteria for a Major Depressive Episode during the postpartum period. However, as many as 50% of women may experience some level of depressive symptoms during the postpartum period. Recent evidence suggests that even depressive symptoms that do not qualify for a diagnosis of postpartum depression [...]
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  • Does my diet affect the health of my lips?        

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    A diet rich in the right nutrients can support the overall health of your lips and keep your lips looking moisturized and youthful.

  • What causes tone deafness? 

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    Some tone-deaf people describe listening to music as something akin to listening to pots and pans clanging about. While the rest of us may wince when a tone-deaf person grabs the microphone, the tone deaf can't enjoy anyone else's singing at all. In that sense, karaoke night for the tone deaf is marked by a perfect reproduction of what music sounds like to them.

  • Top 5 Treatments for Brittle Nails          

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    In this article, we'll look at five ways of boosting nail health and learn why a candle may be just what your troublesome fingernails need.

  • How Underarm Rashes Work  

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    An underarm rash isn't usually the result of poor hygiene -- in fact, a rash may occur as the result of a product you use to stay clean and odor-free. deodorants and drying soaps can all cause an allergic reaction, and even shaving under your arms can cause a rash.

  • Is green tea good for my skin?  

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    A cup of green tea in the morning can wake you up in soothing fashion, while a cup at night can provide a mellow end to a long day. But can the popular drink help out your skin?
 
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  • Agave Nectar Complex Carbohydrate Sugar Substitute

    Weight Ladder
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:51 pm
    I may have accidentally stumbled onto the perfect sugar substitute: Agave Nectar. Agave Nectar (or Agave Syrup) is made from the heart of several agave species... It is made from the same starting point as tequila, the heart of the plant known as the piña. It is 3 times sweeter than sugar, but what really makes this a special food is the fact that it has a glycemic index of 32 (very low) and does not affect blood sugar levels. The main carbohydrate is a complex carbohydrate called inulin or fructosan. It is this carbohydrate that gives both the intense sweetness and the very low glycemic…

  • What Time of the Day is Best For Exercise?

    Weight Ladder
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:41 am
    While there are many schools of thought on the subject of what time during the day is optimum, it generally boils down to whether or not you are capable of fitting in a workout during that specific time. We’re all on pretty tight schedules these days and sometimes, it is just not possible to fit a workout in at a specific time. However, there may be a few reasons to consider when it comes to picking your best time for exercise, and this may have bearing on how quickly you lose weight. The majority believe that early morning workouts are best, especially if you have not yet eaten. This means…

  • 3 Day Diet Review

    Weight Ladder
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:46 am
    3 day diets are one of the most popular crash diets still around today. A lot of people try this diet, and they do see results, but it is only a short term weight loss. Sadly the weight is gained back quite soon for many people. The three day diet is pretty much just a really low calorie diet as you can see just by looking at the "meal plan". There is no magic, no mystical reactions or any such nonsense. All of the weight loss that occurs is from the sudden drop in calories only. Some of the weight lost might be from fat, but the majority of it is water. First Day During the first day, the…

  • Which Exercise Type Fits Your Body Best?

    Weight Ladder
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:31 pm
    There are literally hundreds of different ways that you can get exercise, but not all of them are suited for you. Each one of us has different likes, dislikes and capabilities. The problem facing most people who try to adopt an exercise plan is choosing one that does not fit their body's needs. By aiming too high or picking the wrong plan, you can easily doom yourself to failure. In order to avoid this, you're going to need to find your exercise niche. It make take a lot of trial and error, but there are exercises that will keep you motivated and will help you have fun while you're losing…

  • How to Exercise When It’s Hot

    Weight Ladder
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:24 am
    Summer is almost here and if you're trying to get healthy and start exercising more, there are plenty of reasons to get discouraged and stop. If you're not used to exercising in hot weather, it's also very easy to get sick. Let's look at some ways that you can keep exercising, even if the mercury is rising. First and foremost the key to successful exercise in the warmer months is to get plenty of water. You'll be sweating more and you can dehydrate much more quickly. But you can't stop with just water. You'll also need to make sure that your potassium and sodium levels are good so that you…
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  • New Breast Cancer Imaging During Treatment

    Peggy Rowland
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:35 pm
    There’s a new non-invasive technology to help conquer a little-known problem in breast cancer treatment, and I asked a radiation oncologist some questions to help us better understand the development. Many breast cancer patients aren’t aware that their lumpectomy cavity — or area where the cancerous tumor was removed from — can move and change shape from day-to-day after surgery and before radiation treatment begins. Lumpectomy cavity movement makes delivering targeted radiation more difficult, possibly leading to under-treatment or to unnecessary exposure of healthy…

  • 10 Steps for a Carb Makeover

    Peggy Rowland
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:56 pm
    You don’t have to give up carbs, but eating the right carbs can make a big difference in achieving your goals. Registered dietitian Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D., author of the new book Eat Your Way To Happiness, has some tips to share below in “10 Steps for a Carb Makeover.” The tips may help you work with your carb cravings to make better food choices. If you like the tips, you might want to check out Eat Your Way To Happiness. In the new book, Somer presents easy recipes to add to your daily routine to help energize you, elevate your mood and slim your waistline. Learn more…

  • Quit Smoking & Control Weight at Once

    Peggy Rowland
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:19 pm
    Today marks the 34th Great American Smokeout. Visit cancer.org to learn more about all the reasons you should quit, plus a guide to quitting and planning your quit day. For women who want to quit smoking, there’s more good news on a how to better make that commitment. Some women choose their appearance over health, continuing to smoke to avoid the weight gain that may come from the absence of nicotine. However, one new study says that need not be the case. A new analysis of the results of several studies reveals that women who quit smoking while also receiving treatment for weight…

  • Mammogram Policy to Stay the Same

    Peggy Rowland
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:49 pm
    If you’re wondering what’s wrong with the US Preventive Services Task Force, you’re probably not alone. The task force, composed of 16 health care experts that reviewed medical data, announced earlier this week that women ages 40-49 should perhaps not bother getting a mammogram (CNN: “Task force opposes routine mammograms for women age 40-49″). Their reasoning is essentially that it doesn’t save enough lives and causes anxiety over false positives and unnecessary biopsies. Only 15% of women in their 40s are diagnosed with breast cancer via mammograms.

  • America Gets a “D” on Preterm Births

    Peggy Rowland
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:17 pm
    Today is Prematurity Awareness Day, and the March of Dimes just released their Premature Birth Report Card. (The entire month of November is also Prematurity Awareness Month.) Once again this year, the US has barely passed the test. However, seven states did improve their performance over last year. Some strides that were made include: 33 states and DC reduced the percentage of women of childbearing age who smoke, while 21 states and DC reduced the percentage of uninsured women of childbearing age. Despite the improvements, the overall grade for the US remained a “D” for the…
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    Fitness Spotlight

  • Deadly Holiday Drinks, Acai Berry Scams and Seasonal Weight Gain Survival Guide

    Mike OD
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:41 am
    Here is the holiday time of year. Where people are running around shopping, going to social gatherings, and unfortunately adding on some extra pounds. Why wait till New Years to make some promise to lose weight when you can get back in control right now? Here’s some simple things to be aware of and a free survival guide at the end to keep you on track during the holidays. Do You Know What You Are Really Drinking? One of the deadliest calorie bombs around the holidays comes from sources that most people won’t even count, that being what you drink. Yes sad to say that drinks also…

  • The Truth on How Much Protein You Really Need Per Day to Build Muscle

    Mike OD
    9 Nov 2009 | 8:59 pm
    How much protein do you REALLY need per day to build muscle? Chances are that you may be actually overeating. But how much is enough to help maintain and build muscle?  Is there a limit per meal that the body can use? Lets get started with 2 more recent studies that currently have many high protein eating bodybuilding communities panicking….. Six healthy young men reported to the laboratory on 5 separate occasions to perform an intense bout of leg-based resistance exercise. After exercise, participants consumed, in a randomized order, drinks containing 0, 5, 10, 20, or 40g whole egg…

  • Cooking With Antonio From Healthy Urban Kitchen And A FREE Giveaway

    skustes
    2 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    Alright, we have two little fun things today. First, it’s recipe time. But I want to give you all something different than the regular old recipe in a PDF. So I talked to Antonio at Healthy Urban Kitchen about putting together a cooking video showing you all how to actually put together one of his recipes. He grabbed the beautiful Donna Sonkin to put together this video for you, exclusively for Fitness Spotlight readers. (The password is “cooking”.) Fitness Spotlight Cooking Video from Antonio Valladares on Vimeo. For those wanting a run-down, here are the things that Donna…

  • How Our Modern Lifestyle Causes Vitamin And Mineral Deficiencies

    skustes
    27 Oct 2009 | 5:00 am
    Lately, I’ve been collecting articles with a theme, mostly accidentally. I was glancing through my list of articles and noticed that I had come across several studies on vitamin and mineral deficiencies. That got me to thinking about why there are so many nutrient deficiencies today. What is it about our lifestyle that is causing this? I can’t imagine that evolution would have allowed our species to thrive as it has were this a regular occurrence over the past few million years, so I’m assuming it’s a fairly recent occurrence. So why not look at them all together and…

  • Links: Modern Man is a Wimp, Meet Mrs Grok, and Debunking Cholesterol

    Mike OD
    22 Oct 2009 | 6:39 am
    We have been busy around here (and have many more things coming down the pipeline as well), so here’s just a quick recap of the new/coming soon updates at Fitness Spotlight. Also are some links to other articles (and videos) from around the web worth taking a look at. News and Updates Yep…we are at it again. If you are on the main site you may notice a new look. We have taken your feedback and cleaned up to have the info you need with no clutter. Also you will notice down the bottom we will always be rotating in 4 random posts (every time you refresh or go to a new page) from all…
 
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    Fitness Black Book

  • Hippies VS Jocks – Which Group is Healthier?

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:34 pm
    Have you ever noticed that there are two entirely different health movements with very little crossover? There is the group of organic whole foods consumers and the group of people who buy health and fitness supplements. I used to be much more familiar with the typical GNC type of supplements, but didn't know squat about things like Kombucha, Cod Liver Oil, Spirulina, etc. I think both groups have some positive things to offer and I would like to explore that in this post. Note: I was going to name this article "Whole Food Stores vs Supplement Stores", but how boring is that?

  • Should Women Do the Same Type of Workouts as Men?

    admin
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:58 pm
    Today I would like to post an exclusive guest post by Anna Dornier from Path to Fat Loss. Anna was recently certified as a Russian Kettlebell Instructor by Pavel Tsatsouline himself. This is like the Navy Seals of personal training, in my opinion. Not easy at all! This certainly peaked my interest. Kettlebell workouts are tough, but getting certified at Pavel's school is a whole different deal. In this guest post, Anna is going to address whether a woman should train like a man. So many people have various opinions on this, that I predict some serious discussions in the comment section.

  • Make Body Weight Exercises Challenging Without Doing High Reps

    admin
    12 Nov 2009 | 11:17 am
    The problem with many body weight exercises like push ups is that once you get strong, low reps stop challenging the muscle. I am a firm believer in including a decent amount of high-tension lifting to maximize muscle definition. Typically, high-tension is achieved by doing heavy weights for low reps. The problem with body weight exercise is that there isn't really a practical way to add weight to your body. What if I told you there was a way to achieve super-high tension in any body weight exercise, allowing you to build muscle density and increased definition over time? Well that is…

  • Fitness Experts – Who is Right? Who is Wrong? Are you Confused?

    admin
    5 Nov 2009 | 4:45 pm
    I actually don't believe in the term fitness expert. I don't consider myself an expert. I am a student of fitness. I consider the other bloggers, readers, people who comment, and product owners as one big mastermind. I soak up knowledge, look at and consider the newest philosophies and fine-tune my approach over time. What I recommend today is slightly different than what I would have recommended 2 years ago. Two years from now, it will be slightly different than today. [I can easily understand how someone could be completely thrown off by all the conflicting advice online. With the…

  • Your Basal Metabolic Rate – How it Applies to Rapid Fat Loss

    admin
    29 Oct 2009 | 5:24 pm
    Your basal metabolic rate is the number of calories your body burns, not including calories burned from daily activity. I realize that calorie counting and knowing your BMR may seem like an "old school" approach to dropping body fat, but an understanding of these numbers will help if you are stuck. I want to discuss your BMR and why many people simply eat too many calories per day when trying to lose weight. We will also discuss the fact that people overestimate the effect that adding muscle has on increasing the BMR. [I wasn't planning on throwing in another Halloween photo, but…
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    Evolving Wellness

  • How Hypnosis Can Help With Motion Sickness

    Guest Author
    12 Nov 2009 | 9:01 pm
    This article is written for Evolving Wellness by guest author Jon Rhodes of Hypno Busters. Hypnosis is well know for it’s effectiveness in treating many things such as weight loss, smoking, stress, IBS, phobias, etc.  It is also very effective...

  • Win a Kroeger Herb Immune Defender Kit

    Evita Ochel
    12 Nov 2009 | 4:02 pm
    Evolving Wellness and Kroeger Herb want you to stay healthy, and hence happy this winter season. No matter what virus or bacterial infections are going around, a healthy immune system is much more likely to deal with any of these,...

  • Green Beaver: A Canadian Natural Personal Care Product Company

    Evita Ochel
    6 Nov 2009 | 8:51 pm
    You only need to walk into your local pharmacy to see the enormous assortment of personal products available. Numerous companies try to out compete each other through various scents, formulas, colors and features. Ultimately however, almost every commercial personal product...

  • Workplace Cleaning Products Busted

    Evita Ochel
    3 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm
    The Environmental Working Group - famous for its fabulous Skin Deep Cosmetic Data Base and annual sunscreen report, has just released a report on cleaning products used in the home and workplace, especially schools. The findings are down right scary...

  • Tonya Kay: A Renegade Journey Into a World of Natural Health and Living

    Evita Ochel
    1 Nov 2009 | 1:51 pm
    A new month is upon us and I am delighted to share with you and introduce you to November’s Evolving Wellness in Action Inspirational Story. This month’s featured story comes from Tonya Kay. I first learned about Tonya Kay when...
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  • 5 International Holiday Meals

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    We often associate holidays with food. But which food depends on where you live. What do people eat in Japan, Germany and other countries during the holidays?

  • How Facebook Works

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    According to the New Oxford American Dictionary, "unfriend" -- the act of removing someone as a friend on a social networking site like Facebook -- is the word of the year. What else has Facebook brought to people's lives?

  • Travel the World: Famous Landmarks

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    What's a famous landmark? A destination that gets a lot of attention. Whether it's a natural world wonder or the site of a historic event, millions of people each year travel from all over the world to visit these interesting places.

  • Today's Video - Destroyed in Seconds: Million Dollar Wreck

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    Slick conditions stop these supercars in their tracks. Watch this video from Discovery Channel's "Destroyed in Seconds."

  • 5 Tips for Planning a Move

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    Whatever the reason for your move, getting everything you own from one home to another can be difficult to orchestrate. So rather than just play it by ear, it's a good idea to make a solid plan well in advance of your move.
 
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  • Addiction

    Fitarella
    3 Nov 2009 | 4:31 pm
    I thought going to group therapy would be a good thing. There would be other women there that could relate to what I was going through, we’d be able to share without judgment and support one another. But the group I joined wasn’t like that at all. There were 8 of us and the [...]

  • Eeew! Like a girl!

    Fitarella
    2 Nov 2009 | 5:17 pm
    We had seen each other at Starbucks a few times. He was extremely handsome. I had a ritual of getting a latte before work, at a hot new Latin fusion restaurant next door. We had exchanged glances and smiled, but that was it. Twenty minutes later I was always out the door without [...]

  • A Method to the Madness

    Fitarella
    1 Nov 2009 | 7:41 am
    *For background on this series please click here There was a system. I had a system. I couldn’t just be one of those crazy bulimics that snuck down to the kitchen in the middle of the night to binge and purge. That was too messy and way too gross for me. Besides, what if there was [...]

  • My NaNoWriMo

    Fitarella
    27 Oct 2009 | 4:30 pm
    This is my NaNoWriMo page. Welcome. Up until recently I had not heard about NaNoWriMo. Nanowriwhat? huh?! It turns out that a great writer friend participates every year in National Novel Writing Month. Participants begin writing November 1st and the goal is to write a 175-page (50,000-word) novel by midnight, [...]

  • Gold’s Approved!

    Fitarella
    22 Oct 2009 | 12:25 pm
    I’m excited to announce that Fitarella has been given the honor to be one of Gold’s Gym Approved bloggers!  The purpose of the “Gold’s Gym Approved” program is to help the general public better navigate the web to find sites that have the most credible, reliable and accurate health and fitness information.  And since I [...]
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  • I Don’t Think You’re Ready For This Jelly

    Karen Sugarpants
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:36 pm
    Ever since I-don’t-want-to-admit-when, I have been Lazy with a capital freaking L.  No running, a bit of walking, not at all going to the gym.  Basically I’ve been sucking large in the exercise department.  That must change.  Yanno, next week or so.  Heh. I have no good excuses.  It’ s all Lazy FM, all day, all the time. At BlogHer, I was lucky enough to be one of the brand ambassadors for Yummie Tummie and was given a couple to wear throughout the conference.  They didn’t fit.  They were too large, which YAY! for my ego.  But boo cuz I couldn’t…

  • Gonna Go Get Mah Hair Did, Etc.

    Karen Sugarpants
    12 Nov 2009 | 6:25 am
    Before: Mostly I straighten it, like in the last post, but it is naturally this way.  I’m tired of the colour, that seems to keep getting lighter and lighter.  Going darker today.  Chestnutty, deep brown.  And I might chop off enough to make myself cry, I don’t know yet.  I kinda love having long hair because I am forever traumatized by this. My best friend is coming with me.  The one that had a baby a little while ago.  She’s got a massage booked and SO deserves it. I need this girl time since it’s been a really weird couple of weeks around here, especially…

  • Ask Me Anything

    Karen Sugarpants
    8 Nov 2009 | 7:16 pm
    G’head.  I’ll answer anything. I think. Lay the questions on me!

  • Sugarpants & The Proust Questionnaire

    Karen Sugarpants
    7 Nov 2009 | 4:01 pm
    Like many others, I’m doing this questionnaire first done by the lovely Finn, taken from the Proust Questionnaire from Vanity Fair magazine: What is your idea of perfect happiness? Right here, right now.  My life is happy.  I am lucky to be blessed with a loving home, wonderful family, quality friendships, and we live comfortably.  I continue to seek challenges that interest me and have the freedom to do what I want with my life.  That’s pretty sweet and I could not ask for more. What is your greatest fear? Something tragic happening to anyone in my family. What is the trait…

  • Things I’ve Learned By Being Quarantined To Our House For a Week. Has it Been a Week?

    Karen Sugarpants
    5 Nov 2009 | 2:23 pm
    The dog likes to watch me do laundry.  Her dishes are in the laundry room and at first I thought it was a silent plea for fresh water or new kibble, but even after I take care of her needs, she carefully watches me load, fold and reboot the laundry.  I hope she is studying and will surprise me one day by taking on this dreaded chore. I would like to gather up all the telemarketers in the world, take them to a deserted island and never look back.  That’s pretty much the nicest way I can say that.  What’s hilarious is the Government’s Do Not Call List.  What a bunch of…
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  • Spread the Word Sunday: Diabetes Awareness Month

    Marc
    15 Nov 2009 | 2:20 am
    Two campaigns about Diabetes, each made for a different audience and therefore a different approach. The first one is the video above (NSFW). Made by Serve Marketing and is meant to go viral. This is a web-only PSA designed to catch parents off guard and let them know about the devastating consequences of diabetes and encourage them to find out the steps they can take to help prevent it. The campaign is running during November, which is American Diabetes Month, also contains a website Diabetes Is No Picnic. “Everyone is aware of diabetes, but few people understand how devastating the…

  • Healthy Conversations: Angela Current, Cancer Survivor 2.0

    Andre
    12 Nov 2009 | 2:02 pm
    One of the things I try to do here with Pulse + Signal is to highlight the human side of public health. Once again, although there are plenty of numbers and data to be examined in public health – it really boils down to the people that are affected and whose lives can be improved. That’s why I am really excited to get the story of Angela Current, a friend of mine that I met through Twitter, out here for you all to be inspired/motivated. The fantastic thing about Angela is that apart from being a six year Liposarcoma survivor (in her leg), she is a dedicated runner that trained…

  • Reporting on Health 2.0: Redesigning Health Journalism

    Andre
    11 Nov 2009 | 1:58 pm
    I just got back from a great trip out to Los Angeles for a thought provoking roundtable discussion centered on health journalism and the health blogosphere. The event was sponsored by the California Endowment Health Journalism Fellowships/University of Southern California’s Annenberg School of Communication. I absolutely love meeting new people and learning from them – so the fact that this was my first time to L.A. and with a group of health/medical bloggers, it was double the icing on the cake! The Langham-Huntington hotel in Pasadena looked like something straight out of a…

  • New/Digital Media + Health = ?

    Dana Lewis
    9 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    When I think of healthcare, I traditionally think of barriers. Barriers to access or afford healthcare. Geographic, socioeconomic, and educational barriers. There are also communication barriers to overcome, from general public health education to basic health literacy where people are able to read and understand written directions from their health care providers. And, there is a barrier between healthcare organizations and patients and consumers who want to use new and “social” media tools to communicate in different ways with their healthcare providers. Healthcare is surprisingly…

  • Weekly Links Roundup [10.30.09]

    Andre
    30 Oct 2009 | 12:09 pm
    Is it just me or is 2009 very quickly coming to a close? Here are some links to close out October. Josh Nesbit joins the FrontlineSMS team officially “Josh was the original inspiration behind the creation of targeted FrontlineSMS communities of practice when he started applying the software in health, making him the ideal candidate for what we’re calling the FrontlineSMS Ambassador Programme.” – K. Banks Interview with new mHealth Alliance Executive Director From the MobiHealthNews blog, an interview with the Exec Director of the mHealth Alliance Parents Throwing Swine Flu…
 
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  • Saturday Stories

    21 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    Welcome to a new feature on Weighty Matters - Saturday Stories. It'll be a collection of links to stories that I thought were noteworthy throughout the week that was.Grab your mug of coffee and click away.Matt Gurney's National Post column on the HST fast food exemption.Fooducate on whether or not kids should really be served "kids food".Australia's Sydney Morning Herald on the why funding aspiring Olympic athletes is likely a waste of money that could be better spent elsewhere.San Francisco Chronicle on how reading this blog and surfing the net may lead you to "aquired attention deficit…

  • Do hockey and curling mix?

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    I might have thought the answer would be self-evident but for Funny Friday you can watch the answer in all of its Youtube glory!Have a great weekend![Email subscribers, you've got to visit the blog to watch]

  • Hamilton Wentworth School Board to show the Province how it's done!

    19 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    Wow.Here's a change for you - a post that's extremely positive.The Hamilton Wentworth School Board recently published their draft new school food policy and I've got to say - those folks get it.Their draft policies calls for: A ban on the use of food as a reward in classroomsThat celebratory food have at least a moderate nutritional valueThat school cafeterias will cook with local food when possible, display calories on menuboards, lose the deep fryers, and serve whole foods as often as possible rather than highly processed boxed mealsThat school events such as "meet the teacher" nights will…

  • Ontario Liberals promise pro-obesity tax breaks!

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    What a train wreck.Back in 2004 Ontario's Premier Dalton McGuinty opened up legislature with a speech regarding his government's promise to bring about, "Real, Positive Change".He reported that, "Our government is committed to working together to build a stronger province with a higher quality of life for all",and with regards to health he promised, "Healthier living - with less obesity, less smoking and more physical activity."In 2007 he opened up legislature remarking that, "Your government will do more to prevent illness by introducing legislation that would ban trans fats from all school…

  • (Podcast) Raise your finger for Chocolate Milk

    17 Nov 2009 | 2:30 am
    The past few weeks this blog has seen its fair share of posts about chocolate milk.Coincidentally the posting coincided with the launch of a new American Dairy Council sponsored chocolate milk campaign, "Raise your hand for chocolate milk" which has health professionals (dietitians, pediatricians etc.) recommending we raise our hands in support of chocolate milk.Someone who's not raising his hand for chocolate milk is Dr. Barry Popkin.Dr. Popkin is the Carla Smith Chamblee Distinguished Professor of Global Nutrition, has a Ph.D. in economics and is Professor of Nutrition at the University of…
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  • Medical Journal Conflict of Interest Disclosure and Other Issues

    Walter Jessen
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:38 am
    Author disclosure of financial associations with commercial entities that have an interest in the research published in medical journals is common practice. The information provided in the disclosure helps readers assess the degree of commercial influence over the work. Recently, however, differing journal policies have led to unintentional omissions and there have been calls for medical journals to standardize their conflict of interest policies. To address the complaints, editors at some of the world’s leading medical journals have agreed to adopt a new standard conflict of interest…

  • Finding Credible Health Information Online: MedLibs Round 1.8

    Walter Jessen
    11 Nov 2009 | 8:11 pm
    Welcome to the eighth edition of MedLib’s Round, the monthly blog carnival that highlights some of the best writing on medical librarianship, encompassing all stages in the publication and dissemination of medical information: writing, publishing, searching, citing, managing and social networking. There’s a revolution occurring on the Web: those “authoritative” articles written on traditional, static websites are being replaced with blogs, wikis and online social networks. In the sphere of health, medicine and information technology, this “real-time Web”…

  • Safety and Distribution of the H1N1 Influenza Vaccine

    Walter Jessen
    2 Nov 2009 | 1:31 pm
    Know What to Do About the Flu is a webcast series launched by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to hlep distribute timely and accurate information about the flu. Their goal is to distribute the latest facts and medical guidances so we can all be more effective in combating the spread of the flu and be better prepared should our families, our communities or our workplaces become affected. In this edition, moderator Lark McCarthy discusses the level of testing prior to the H1N1 influenza A vaccine distribution and the subsequent monitoring that’s planned during and…

  • MedLibs Round Blog Carnival 1.8 Call for Submissions

    Walter Jessen
    1 Nov 2009 | 7:57 pm
    Highlight HEALTH will be hosting the next edition of the MedLib’s Round Blog Carnival, edition 1.8, next week on Thursday, November 12th. The Highlight HEALTH Network promotes health literacy by presenting reliable, credible sources of health and medical information. As such, the theme for this month’s edition of MedLib’s Round is Finding credible health information online. As host, I invite you to send your submissions. What is the MedLib’s Round Blog Carnival? The MedLib’s Round Blog Carnival is a monthly blog carnival of the best articles in medical…

  • Health Highlights – October 30th, 2009

    Walter Jessen
    30 Oct 2009 | 8:35 am
    Health Highlights is a biweekly summary of particularly interesting articles from credible sources of health and medical information that we follow & read. For a complete list of recommeded sources, see our links page. Journal of Participatory Medicine Launches at Connected Health | e-Patients.net A new academic journal is being launched this week. The Journal of Participatory Medicine will move the field from anecdote to science, with articles on principles, methods and evidence-based outcomes. Doctors have a duty to engage in social media | KevinMD.com This is how we fight health…
 
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  • 11/21/09 Marks 11th Annual National Survivors of Suicide Day

    At Basil & Spice
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:18 am
      Hobart, NY – According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the fourth leading cause of death for adults between the ages of 18 and 65 years in the United States.  This November 21st will mark the 11th annual National Survivors of Suicide Day, which was created by the U.S. Senate thanks to Senator Harry Reid of Nevada.  This Day is meant to comfort those who have lost someone to suicide through locally organized conferences (www.afsp.org).   As the National Survivors of Suicide Day approaches, it is a reminder of the importance of…

  • 2009: 13.2 Million Jews Globally, 5.2+ Million In USA, 5.3+ In Israel

    At Basil & Spice
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:21 am
    By Randall Radic Right now, there are approximately 13.2 million Jews scattered throughout the world.  Of that number, 1,506,000 reside in Europe; 5,393,000 in Israel, and 5,275,000 in the United States.  In other words, there are almost as many Jews in the U.S. as there are in Israel.  What is even more remarkable is that Jews constitute only 0.2% of the world’s population.  Yet their impact on world politics and world history is vast.         The ‘Jewish Experience,’ that is, what it’s like to be a Jew in a…

  • Olympia Dukakis Urges Diabetic Screening: 7 Of 10 Aged 65+ At Risk

    At Basil & Spice
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:44 am
    Carole Carson: National Coach for the AARP Fat to Fit Community Challenge, Carole Carson-- Olympia Dukakis and Louis Zorich Urge Older Americans to Get Free Diabetes Screening: 7 out of 10 Seniors Age 65 and Over Are Diabetic or Prediabetic. You can’t talk to Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis and her husband, actor Louis Zorich, without immediately sensing the strength of their 48-year marriage. Olympia begins a sentence; Louis finishes it. When Louis introduces an idea, Olympia seamlessly concludes it. The two speak as one. And the subject of diabetes screening brings out the…

  • Book Review: The Tide Always Comes Back By Senator Jean Carnahan

    At Basil & Spice
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:30 am
    Reviewed by David M. Kinchen Jean Carnahan Inspires, Educates With 'The Tide Always Comes Back' Jean Carnahan was the first lady of Missouri when her husband, Gov. Mel Carnahan, who was running for the U.S. Senate, and their son, Randy, were killed in a plane crash not far from St. Louis on Oct. 17, 2000. Chris Sifford, campaign adviser and former chief of staff to the Governor, also died in the crash of the plane piloted by Randy Carnahan. She offers her insights in a very readable and inspirational book The Tide Always Comes Back: And Other Irrefutable Truths and Assurances (Skyhorse…

  • 5* Review For Going Rogue By Sarah Palin

    At Basil & Spice
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:13 pm
    By James Holland Sarah Palin is the stereotypical Middle American. That fact is absolutely proved by her new autobiographical book, Going Rogue.  This upbringing is perfectly demonstrated by one of the pictures included in the first of two photo albums snapshot sections of her book. The picture is of “a group of lifelong girlfriends, the ‘Elite 6’—as we jokingly refer to ourselves, because we’re anything but’ elite.’” The picture includes five of her friends, one of which is a “special needs assistant."  Next is an "EMT/ambulance…
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  • Photo Essay: Americans with Disabilities Act: Accessibility for ALL

    13 Nov 2009 | 9:46 am
    In 1990 the Federal Government passed a law called the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Act essentially “forced” any business that dealt with the public, to provide that public access to be able to purchase their product. The understanding of the law is that once you start sell something to the public is means all the public. Common interpretation calls this as being wheel chair accessible, and that’s the most obvious. But the law also provides for people who have challenges walking, talking, and seeing and so on. In short, if the business expects to make money off the public, than…

  • Product Reviews: Wine and Beer Accessories for Those with Weak Hands

    12 Nov 2009 | 4:48 pm
    For special occasions it's nice to open a bottle of wine, sit back with friends, relax and celebrate. The only problem is when you can't open the wine or spill the wine when you pour it, and then can't seem to balance the wine glasses and your plate. Sounds like a mess! Well our friends at Prodyne.com have found us some party solutions once again. Click to read more ...

  • The Blessings of Chronic Illness

    12 Nov 2009 | 3:53 pm
    At the time of this writing, it is a few weeks before Thanksgiving in the US. Each day, I must fight an overwhelming array of symptoms caused by Sjogren's syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic myofascial pain, hypothyroidism, diabetes, celiac disease, gastroparesis and periodic limb movement disorder. I am learning to cope with new medication that is fraught with unpleasant side effects. I am in the midst of the disability application process and have no income. And yet, I know that I am blessed, without question. How can this be? Click to read more ...

  • Christine Miserandino was featured as part of the "Fortune 52" in The Long Island Press

    7 Nov 2009 | 8:37 pm
    The Fortune 52 weekly column in The Long Island Press written by Associate Publisher, Beverly Fortune, honors local women who lead multiple lives, making significant and unique contributions in their community or workplace: women from all walks of life. The lives and work of these women who inspire by their example are honored in print and online at www.fortune52.com. Every calendar quarter Beverly hosts an extraordinary, invitation-only networking gathering to celebrate the women of Fortune 52.This newspaper is a very popular regional newspaper and website for Long Island, NY.

  • Manny's Spoon Presentation

    3 Nov 2009 | 9:38 pm
    I often receive requests to reprint The Spoon Theory in educational material, support group hand-outs, and health related newsletters. Recently, one request really grabbed my attention. A group of friends decided to honor a co-worker, recently diagnosed with cancer, by presenting him with a printed copy of The Spoon Theory, along with an engraved spoon. Today, I was honored to receive a video of the presentation, and would like to share it with all of you. Click to read more ...
 
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  • BH4BP #72 – Office Injuries Are No Joke

    Talli van Sunder
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    Photo by Benjamin Rossen via Flickr Every year, millions of office workers complain of on the job aches and pains.  According to WebMD, one study reported that over 50% of employees who used computers for at least 15 hours a week, reported musculoskeletal problems in the first year of a new job.  That is a very high percentage, don’t you think?  So, since many of us can relate to these aches and pains, I’m dedicating this show to preventing and managing aches and pains that occur as a result of office life. As promised, here are shows #8 and #11: “Watch That Posture!

  • What’s It Going To Be? Tap or Bottled Water?

    Talli van Sunder
    17 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Photo by darkpatator via Flickr “Would you like bottled water or tap water, sir?” the waiter asked. “Bottled would be great,” James answered.  Frankly, he was surprised there would be any question about which he would choose.  Everyone knew that tap water was poison, didn’t they?  “Do you have Evian?” “Of course, sir. I’ll bring that right out.” The waiter smiled and walked to the kitchen as James continued to peruse the menu.  So many great dishes to choose from.  This was going to be a great meal. Conversations like this one are quite common at restaurants…

  • BHTV #22 – Olive Oil

    Talli van Sunder
    15 Nov 2009 | 7:35 pm
    When people think of olive oil, they almost always think about the Mediterranean diet.  That’s because olive oil is a key ingredient in many recipes from the Mediterranean region.  However, because of it’s wonderful taste and amazing health benefits, olive oil is also growing in popularity outside the Mediterranean.  That is no surprise because olive oil has a way of enriching and complimenting dishes, such as fish, pastas, meats, salads, soups and so forth.  It really is a wonderful ingredient to add to almost any dish.  So much so, that olive oil has become a staple in my…

  • Study: Eating Blueberries for Antioxidants? Skip the Milk.

    Talli van Sunder
    14 Nov 2009 | 1:25 pm
    Photo by diongillard via Flickr Over the past few years, Karen transitioned from an unhealthy diet to a much healthier one.  These days, she felt much less fatigued and much happier.  She was so happy with the results that she was determined to keep studying up on health, in order to make better and better food choices.  So, when she read that blueberries were among the fruits with the highest antioxidant levels, she immediately went out and bought some fresh blueberries.  The next morning she topped her cereal with fresh blueberries, proud that she was taking one more positive step for…

  • BH4BP #71 – Exercising In Cold Weather

    Talli van Sunder
    12 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am
    Photo by madcowk via Flickr I’m happy to announce that Being Healthy for Busy People was a finalist in the health category of the Podcast Awards!  That’s two years running and I owe it to all of you.  Thank you so very much!  For anyone interested in voting for the podcast, voting opens at podcastawards.com on November 13 and runs until November 30.   Every person is allowed to vote once every 24 hours.  Thanks again everyone! With winter approaching, the prospect of going indoors to exercise because of cold weather have some people bummed.  They are just not gym people. …
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  • CDC Triples H1N1 Death Estimates

    15 Nov 2009 | 6:00 pm
    The CDC has greatly increased its estimate of the number of U.S. residents who have died from the H1N1 swine flu virus. The number of deaths have increased from 1,200 to 3,900. The CDC claims it is really an accounting issue and not a situation where the virus is getting more deadly. The H1N1 numbers are clearly showing the youngest are hardest hit. With H1N1 90% of the deaths have been in people 65 and under. That is very different from seasonal flu when 90% of the deaths are in people 65 and older. 38,000 children under 18 have been hospitalized and 540 have died. Take a look: Permalink |…

  • H1N1 Inundates Hospitals As Vaccine Very Slowly Trickles In

    26 Oct 2009 | 7:00 pm
    The White House residently declared the H1N1 swine flu pandemic a national emergency and a USA Today article explains why. The article describes a few hospitals that are already being overwhelmed by patients. Connie Price, chief of infectious diseases at Denver Health, the city's public hospital, says, "I've been living this" since Aug. 28, when the hospital's lab reported 12 positive tests for swine flu. "Since then we've been inundated," she says. "In a typical flu season, we may hospitalize 15 patients. With H1N1, we've hospitalized 10 times that many. We're not even in flu season yet." In…

  • Flu Robot on Display at Tokyo Trade Fair

    22 Oct 2009 | 4:00 pm
    This poor robot is always suffering from the swine flu. The robot is meant to be a diagnostic tool for physicians. The robot shows symptoms of someone having a severe outbreak of the flu including moaning, sweating and difficulty breathing. If the robot is not treated properly it will eventually stop breathing. Take a look: Posted in Tech Permalink | Recent Headlines | News Feeds

  • Exercise Benefits Found in the Oldest Old

    11 Oct 2009 | 11:00 am
    Health Day News reports that a recent study of seniors found that exercise can boost the longevity and quality of life for the "oldest old." Those who exercised four hours or week or more tended to live longer and experienced fewer declines in their ability to perform tasks. The research included almost 1,900 people born in 1920 and 1921 who were assessed at ages 70, 78 and 85. Those who did less than four hours of physical activity per week were considered sedentary, while those who exercised about four hours a week, did vigorous activities such as swimming or jogging at least twice a week,…

  • Worldwide Death Toll From H1N1 Swine Flu Passes 5,000

    6 Oct 2009 | 12:22 pm
    The Flucount.org website, which is trying to count flu cases and deaths, reports that the number of worldwide deaths from H1N1 swine flu has passed the 5,000 mark. The worldwide total is likely higher than this because there are nations that are probably not reporting deaths with accuracy and some that are not reporting them at all. Permalink | Recent Headlines | News Feeds
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  • Dr. Mommy Health Tips Episode 11: Grieving

    Dr. Mommy Health Tips
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:46 pm
    Welcome to Episode 11 of Dr Mommy Health Tips Podcast. This weekly podcast will provide you with quick on the go information for better health and living. I am very excited to bring this podcast to you and I promise the episodes will not be long at all but you will learn a great deal [...]

  • 10 Ways to A Peaceful Night’s Sleep

    Dr. Mommy Health Tips
    17 Nov 2009 | 1:14 pm
    Our bodies are wonderful and intricate machines.  Because of their complexity we must take care of them just as you would your vehicle but only better.  Of course we all know that a proper diet and exercise will keep your body in tip-top shape but what many will neglect is sleep.  Yes, sleep is an important [...]

  • Healthy for the Holidays Blog Tour

    Dr. Mommy Health Tips
    12 Nov 2009 | 7:01 am
    If you are a frequent visitor of Dr. Mommy Health Tips, then you know that I am making some stops on several blogs and sharing ways to stay healthy for the holidays. If you haven’t visited some of the sites I visited, I am asking that you go check them out. They are awesome sites with fabulous [...]

  • Dr. Mommy Health Tips Episode 10: The Fit Win

    Dr. Mommy Health Tips
    11 Nov 2009 | 12:20 pm
    Welcome to Episode 10 of Dr Mommy Health Tips Podcast. This weekly podcast will provide you with quick on the go information for better health and living. I am very excited to bring this podcast to you and I promise the episodes will not be long at all but you will learn a great deal [...]

  • Healthy for the Holidays Blog Tour – Next Stop

    Dr. Mommy Health Tips
    11 Nov 2009 | 4:41 am
    Hi Everyone!! Dr. Mommy’s Healthy for the Holidays Blog Tour begins this week! It will run from November 9th through November 23rd. I’ve had one wonderful visit at Angie Newton’s Site and now I am visiting Scott Tousignant’s site on my Healthy for the Holidays Blog Tour. I love sharing health tips and decided it would be a [...]
 
 
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  • Back to the Future: Medical Students Can Matter Again

    Joseph S. Alpert, Brian F. Mandell
    31 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Over the last 5 years, we have spent considerable time directly teaching students and housestaff and have been involved in numerous meetings of academic physicians concerned about the apparent erosion in quantity and quality of medical student and resident teaching at our medical schools and teaching hospitals.

  • Should We Maintain an Open Mind about Homeopathy?

    Michael Baum, Edzard Ernst
    31 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Once upon a time, doctors had little patience with the claims made for alternative medicines. In recent years the climate has changed dramatically. It is now politically correct to have an open mind about such matters; “the patient knows best” and “it worked for me” seem to be the new mantras. Although this may be a reasonable approach to some of the more plausible aspects of alternative medicine, such as herbal medicine or physical therapies that require manipulation, we believe it cannot apply across the board. Some of these alternatives are based on obsolete or metaphysical…

  • Bayesian Meta-analysis of Hormone Therapy and Mortality in Younger Postmenopausal Women

    Shelley R. Salpeter, Ji Cheng, Lehana Thabane, Nicholas S. Buckley, Edwin E. Salpeter
    31 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Abstract: Background: There is uncertainty over the risks and benefits of hormone therapy. We performed a Bayesian meta-analysis to evaluate the effect of hormone therapy on total mortality in younger postmenopausal women. This analysis synthesizes evidence from different sources, taking into account varying views on the issue.Methods: A comprehensive search from 1966 through January 2008 identified randomized controlled trials of at least 6 month's duration that evaluated hormone therapy in women with mean age <60 years and reported at least one death, and prospective observational cohort…

  • Medicare's New Regulations for Deep Vein Thrombosis as a “Never Event”: Wise or Worrisome?

    Juwono L. Sutedjo, Roger K. Ng, Gregory Piazza, Samuel Z. Goldhaber
    31 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    The Surgeon General's Call to Action to Prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism estimates that more than 100,000 deaths occur annually from pulmonary embolism in the US alone. Many of these deaths are preventable by prescribing proved prophylactic measures during hospitalization. In addition, venous thromboembolism and its complications place a substantial burden on the US health care system. The sequelae of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism—post-thrombotic syndrome and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension—respectively, are sources of morbidity, diminished…

  • Clues to a Life-threatening Disease

    Pasquale Santangeli, Giuseppe Ferrante, Maurizio Pieroni, Filippo Crea
    31 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Syncope, with its multiple underlying causes, represents a challenging clinical problem. Identification of the etiology, which can range from benign to potentially life-threatening disease, might require a complex diagnostic pathway.
 
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  • Clinical outcomes in medical outliers admitted to hospital with heart failure

    César Alameda, Carmen Suárez
    22 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Abstract: Background: Due to the lack of beds in medical wards, many patients are placed in other departments' wards (usually in surgical wards). These patients are called “medical outliers”. This is a common problem in countries with public national health services. We determined whether location influences progress and prognosis of patients.Methods: This was a retrospective cohort study in a public university hospital in Madrid, Spain. 243 patients discharged from the Department of Internal Medicine during 2006 with the same diagnosis-related group (DRG) (congestive heart failure and…

  • Do PubMed and Google searches help medical students and young doctors reach the correct diagnosis? A pilot study

    Matthew E. Falagas, Fotinie Ntziora, Gregory C. Makris, George A. Malietzis, Petros I. Rafailidis
    18 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Abstract: Background: In the era of the World Wide Web we sought to examine whether the use of PubMed and Google can help physicians to improve their diagnostic skills.Methods: Twenty-six diagnostic cases presented in the case records of the New England Journal of Medicine during 2005 were used for our analysis. Three investigators (one trainee doctor and two final year medical students), tried determining the diagnosis, initially without and afterwards with the use of PubMed and Google.Results: A slight increase in the proportion of correct diagnoses obtained was seen following the…

  • Cryoglobulins not HCV-related and solid tumors: Retrospective analysis from a series of 493 patients

    P. Rullier, A. Le Quellec, C. Cognot
    14 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    Solid cancers observed in the course of cryoglobulinemia are generally considered as a consequence of hepatitis C virus (HCV)-associated infection. The question remains as to any real paraneoplastic association between cryoglobulins and solid tumors, a relationship that is hinted at by certain isolated publications .
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  • AAFP Applauds House Passage of Bill to Fix Broken Payment Formula

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm
    The AAFP has hailed House passage of a bill that would provide a permanent fix for the sustainable growth rate, or SGR formula, as a victory for both Medicare patients and their physicians.

  • CMS Announces Extension of 2010 Medicare Provider Enrollment Period

    19 Nov 2009 | 2:30 pm
    CMS has extended Medicare's 2010 provider participation enrollment end date to Jan. 31, 2010. This gives physicians currently participating in Medicare or considering participation in 2010 one month beyond the normal Dec. 31 cutoff to make a participation decision.

  • Recent Decline in U.S. Smoking Prevalence Stalls

    19 Nov 2009 | 2:10 pm
    The United States likely will fall well short of the Healthy People 2010 objective of reducing the prevalence of cigarette smoking among adults to less than 12 percent. According to a Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, or MMWR, article released Nov. 13, the proportion of U.S. adults who were cigarette smokers declined from 24.1 percent in 1998 to 19.8 percent in 2007. However, the figure increased to 20.6 percent in 2008.

  • News Briefs: Week of Nov. 16-20

    18 Nov 2009 | 3:10 pm
    This roundup includes the following news briefs: SGR Bill Would Cost $35 Billion Less Than Previous Fix; Medical Home Pilot Launches With 13 Practices in Kansas City Area; and CMS Releases Results for 2008 PQRI Participation.

  • AMA Backs GME Funding for Nonhospital Residency Sites, Other Medical Education Initiatives

    18 Nov 2009 | 3:05 pm
    Delegates at the 2009 interim meeting of the AMA House of Delegates in Houston recently adopted several recommendations that put the AMA squarely in line with key components of the AAFP's new physician workforce reform policy and with other medical education issues championed by the Academy. Some of the most important measures adopted concern expanding funding for graduate medical education, or GME; limiting future restrictions on resident and fellow duty hours; and enhancing the availability of clinical training sites for medical students.
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  • Shape of RBC

    Dr.R.V.Barathidasan
    hi friends....any one would say shape of most mammalian RBC is biconcave...but it is not so...it is concavo-convex at the center with thickened rim...you can think of a round hat for the shape, its true.. For further explanation and pictures plz. contact rvb_1986@yahoo.co.in

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  • Tribes resistance could help CJD

    Doctors Hangout Team
    Darwinian natural selection could help halt human "mad cow disease", experts say after finding a tribe impervious to a related fatal brain disorder. The Papua New Guinea tribe developed strong genetic resistance after a major epidemic of the CJD-like disease, kuru, spread mostly by cannibalism. Medical Research Council experts assessed more than 3,000 survivors of the mid-20th Century epidemic. Their findings appear in the New England Journal of Medicine. More at BBC

  • Researchers Try to Solve the Mystery of HIV Carriers Who Don't Contract AIDS

    Doctors Hangout Team
    More than half a million people in the U.S. have died from HIV infection, and more than a million currently live with the virus, but a relative handful of people infected with HIV never get treatment for it and never get sick from it. The immune systems of this small population—perhaps 50,000 Americans—somehow control the virus for long periods of time. Of course, there is typically a bell curve of response to any disease, but figuring out how these people control the virus is one of the most vexing mysteries of the AIDS pandemic. Solving it might unlock new ways to prevent and treat HIV…

  • Current Cigarette Smokers at Increased Risk of Seizures

    Doctors Hangout Team
    A recent study determined there is a significant risk of seizure for individuals who currently smoke cigarettes. Boston-based researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School also found that long-term, moderate intake of caffeine or alcohol does not increase the chance of having a seizure or developing epilepsy. This is the first prospective study to examine the potential risks associated with cigarette smoking, caffeine intake, and alcohol consumption as they independently relate to epilepsy. Full findings of this study are currently available online and will appear…
 
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  • CDC: H1N1 cases decrease as vaccine availability increases - CNN

    doctorworld
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:49 am
    Globe and MailCDC: H1N1 cases decrease as vaccine availability increasesCNNSome parts of the country are seeing a small decline in H1N1, as others, including Maine and Hawaii, see an increase. Atlanta, Georgia (CNN) -- Health officials on Friday reported a slight decrease in H1N1 flu activity nationwide. ...When to take a sick child to the ER Los Angeles... Read more... | Original Medical News | Votes so far: 1 / 0

  • The Henry Ford of Heart Surgery

    doctorworld
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:49 am
    In India, Devi Shetty's heart hospital offers cutting-edge medical care at a fraction of what it costs elsewhere in the world. Read more... | Original Medical News | Votes so far: 1 / 0

  • Hometown Remembers Stefanie Spielman - 10TV

    doctorworld
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:49 am
    MiamiHerald.comHometown Remembers Stefanie Spielman10TV"She was someone that battled and battled. I just felt like she'd battle again and keep going," said Kelly Devine, Spielman's former cheerleading coach. The people who knew Spielman, as Stefanie Belcher, can't believe she's gone. ...Chris Spielman is Former NFL Linebacker RightFielders... Read more... | Original Medical News | Votes so far: 1 / 0

  • U. of Nebraska Defeats Tighter Limits on Stem Cell Research - New York Times

    doctorworld
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:49 am
    Telegraph.co.ukU. of Nebraska Defeats Tighter Limits on Stem Cell ResearchNew York TimesThe University of Nebraska Board of Regents cast a tie vote on human embryonic stem cell research on Friday, defeating a rare effort to limit such research at a university system beyond what state and federal laws allow. ...Regents make decision on stem cell research... Read more... | Original Medical News | Votes so far: 1 / 0

  • In Cancer Testing, Less Is Better

    doctorworld
    21 Nov 2009 | 3:49 am
    Worries that widespread screening for breast and cervical cancers can lead to unnecessary harm prompted decisions by two medical organizations to recommend less preventive testing. Read more... | Original Medical News | Votes so far: 1 / 0
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  • iMedicalApps.com

    GruntDoc
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:36 pm
    iMedicalApps.com is the new home for the former iphonemdeicalappreview.com I linked to a while back. (Kudos on the name change, the original isn’t easy or intuitive to type). From their email today: Just wanted you to know we changed our blogs name from iphonemedicalappreview.com, to iMedicalApps.com. We now have a team of physicians and medical students writing reviews and commenting on mobile applications for the iPhone and other devices (reason for the move: Our first name was entirely too long, and we moved to WordPress). So, a site for medical app reviews, and a better name, too!

  • Health Care Law Blog: A 1930 Medical Record

    GruntDoc
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm
    Very cool glimpse into the past: Health Care Law Blog: A 1930 Medical Record Here are photos of the medical record of a patient from 1934. The medical record format is simple yet complete. Today’s medical record takes up pages on pages, and is a giant time-sink when compared with this notation system. Before 3rd party billing (and monkeys with guns) this was all that we needed. Thanks for sharing, Health Care Law Blog… Related posts:Nadeem Esmail Says Nationalized Health Care Will Cost Us Pain and Suffering – WSJ.com Nadeem Esmail Says Nationalized Health Care Will Cost Us…

  • Valour-IT: Technology for the Wounded: 2009 totals – MARINES WIN!

    GruntDoc
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:32 am
    Valour-IT: Technology for the Wounded: 2009 totals – MARINES WIN! 2009 totals – MARINES WIN! Thanks to all who participated and or contributed to this campaign. A lot of technology for our wounded heroes will be purchased because of you! Total brought in for all teams, including donations not designated to any team: $113,124.90 By team - Air Force: $15,662.17 Army: $32,758.80 Marines: $43,060.89 Navy: $19,108.04 General donations: $2,535.00 I swiped her whole post, so go over there if you want to leave some kudos. Many thanks to all for donating. Really good cause… Related…

  • BBC News : Alcohol ‘protects men’s hearts’

    GruntDoc
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:47 pm
    Lifestyle validation, or confounding variable? BBC News : Alcohol 'protects men's hearts' Wine, beer, vodka – the type of drink did not appear to change the results Drinking alcohol every day cuts the risk of heart disease in men by more than a third, a major study suggests. The Spanish research involving more than 15,500 men and 26,000 women found large quantities of alcohol could be even more beneficial for men. Female drinkers did not benefit to the same extent, the study in Heart found. … The researchers from centres across Spain placed the participants into six…

  • Listen to Your Doctor, Uncle Sam – Nurse Ratched’s Place

    GruntDoc
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:21 pm
    Listen to Your Doctor, Uncle Sam – Nurse Ratched’s Place Dear Uncle Sam: I know it’s been a rough week. I’m sure you’re grieving the lost of life at Fort Hood just like the rest of us, but I’m compelled to write you this letter. I hope you take it in the spirit in which it is meant. Indeed. Related posts:Dr. Wes: Dear Doctor: You Will Be Salaried Dr. Wes: Dear Doctor: You Will Be Salaried Dr. Wes...Doctor has part of finger bitten off by patient Allegedly for “not writing a prescription”… Dr. Paul Arnold turned...code blog – tales of a nurse » Blog Archive » Grand…
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  • Obama Health Care Report

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:36 pm
    Chuck Todd reports that the House passed its version of a health care reform bill in a Saturday night vote.

  • Paralyzed Swimmer

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:36 pm
    Saul Martinez should feel good. He just swam 1.2 miles in La Jolla Cove. But, unlike many others who make this swim, he did it without any legs.

  • Pilates Babies

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:36 pm
    Taking pilates with your baby can be good for you, good for your baby, and can help strengthen the muscles you need to carry baby.

  • Kids and Headaches

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:36 pm
    More than 20 million kids suffer from migraines or tension headaches. When they go back to school, the numbers go way up.

  • Medical School Enrollment Is Still Going Up

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:36 pm
    Medical school enrollment is up for the 11th year in a row- a trend many public health experts think may help relieve a growing demand for doctors.
 
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  • Thanksgiving-eating psychology -- with a twist. Oh, and some turkey nutrition

    Rosie Mestel
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:06 pm
    Thanksgiving's just around the corner -- so here are two Health section stories published in festive seasons of yore that should be just about as helpful now as they were then. In one, freelance writer Ben Harder and I decided to dispense with all that sensible "moderation" advice about taking small portions and eschewing the gravy and pie. Instead, we set out to learn what the science of human eating behavior tells us about conditions that make us prone to gorge or exercise restraint. Things like... the size of your plate. The color of your tablecloth. The tightness of your…

  • Swine flu seems to be trailing off -- for now, at least

    Thomas Maugh
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:34 pm
    The current wave of pandemic H1N1 influenza infections is trailing off a little, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said this morning, and other indicators seem to confirm that diagnosis. In particular, the numbers of prescriptions written for antiviral agents are declining, and so are diagnostic tests for the virus. According to the CDC, swine flu activity is widespread in 43 states now, down from 46 last week, but health officials fear a resurgence as people travel around the country for the holidays, carrying their germs with them. During the week ending Nov. 6, prescriptions…

  • For mild dysplasia and cervical cancer, you can blame HPV

    Tami Dennis
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:48 pm
    Mild cellular changes detected by Pap smears don't necessarily lead to cancer, a fact that played a role in the new pullback on cervical cancer screening, but both cell changes and cervical cancer can be traced to human papillomavirus. As today's story noted: "Human papillomavirus, or HPV, which causes cervical cancer and infects half of all young women within a few years of sexual activity's start, also causes cell changes called dysplasia. Those abnormal cells are typically removed before they become cancerous. But such treatment may not be necessary." Here's…

  • Molars, incisors and canines -- oh, my!

    Tami Dennis
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:25 pm
    Concerned about the strength of teeth-whitening chemicals and by the growing number of non-dental venues through which they’re being sold, the American Dental Assn. today asked the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to evaluate the compounds for safety and classify them. Currently, teeth whiteners, which commonly use hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide as the active ingredient, are neither drug nor cosmetic device nor medical device, according to the dental association. The ADA wants the FDA to put the chemicals in a category and evaluate them for safety. Depending on the outcome of that…

  • Age may have its advantages in endurance sports

    Jeannine Stein
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:31 pm
    Endurance sports such as ultra-marathons, ultra-triathlons and cycling marathons have exploded in popularity over the years. Among them is the grandaddy of the genre, the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run, which began in 1974 and meanders through the Western States Trail in Northern California. A new study looked at how the race has grown, and finds some interesting trends among the runners -- mostly that they've gotten older and faster. Researchers from the Department of Veterans Affairs' Northern California Health Care System and Virginia Commonwealth University in…
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  • Presenting a powerful webinar with Jay Bennett on WEB CAM: Saturday November 21st

    gabby
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:45 am
    Presenting a powerful webinar with Jay Bennett on WEB CAM: Saturday November 21st, 8:00am PST / 11:00am EST Join us in the Online Conference Room Enter your First and Last name in the Username field when requested … NO Password is required. or call: 1-949-333-4806 pin 9462412# Let’s close out [...]

  • Fish Oil Not Only Helps You Lose Weight, It Might Help Keep the Pounds Off for Good

    gabby
    11 Aug 2009 | 1:46 pm
    Omega-3 fatty acids as found in fish oil have been found recently in studies to assist people with weight loss by helping them to satisfy hunger cravings and maintain healthy blood pressure. Now an Australian study just published in the British Journal of Nutrition has revealed a possible link between intake of omega-3s and how much you weigh. itself. Researchers found: That among 124 adult subjects, those [...]

  • Isageix Results

    gabby
    13 Jun 2009 | 7:23 am
    Can you believe that it’s been so long since your first Isagenix order? For me it’s been three years and I can’t imagine a day with out my Isagenix shake or my Ionix. So, what’s your Cleansing story?  We truly would like to know how you’re doing so please leave a comment :) Please feel free to [...]

  • Improved Mental Focus

    gabby
    25 May 2009 | 8:26 am
    Have you researched all the Isagenix Ingredients? Many people do before they try Isagenix because they want to know if Isagenix is the real deal or just the latest fad diet scam. When reviewing each Isagenix product you’ll find that many list as a benefit “Improved Mental Focus”. Well, the truth is [...]

  • Why do I feel so good after my Cleanse Days?

    gabby
    20 May 2009 | 10:03 am
    It’s wonderful, isn’t it? When you eliminate harmful impurities and excess pounds from your body, you naturally feel fantastic. You’re on your way to being healthy, clean, and lean. Tell us your story.  It will inspire other to get healthy too. The Isagenix 9 Day and 30 Day Programs, or the Isagenix Cleansing and Fat Burning [...]
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  • Worried About Linseed Oil Fumes?

    Healthy Child
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:10 am
    You ask, we answer. Find all of our frequently asked questions or ask your own by visiting Get Answers. QUESTION: We recently purchased tempered pegboard and have mounted it under a piece of furniture in our bedroom. Although my husband does not notice an odor, the odor from it is very strong to me. I am 7 months pregnant and this could be why I smell it so strongly. I contacted the company who manufactures it (Decorative Panels, Inc.) and they said that there are no toxic substances used and the finish is mainly linseed oil. I am assuming this is what I am smelling. Because of the way it is…

  • Healthy World Watch November 20th, 2009

    Kathryn Meigel
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:54 am
    Top Tips • Looking for a way to teach your children how to be socially conscience? The Kids Guide to Service Projects is a guide filled with over 500 community service ideas presented in a kid-friendly format. • Selecting safe bath products for our kids is not an easy task these days. Most popular brands contain dangerous toxins such as 1, 4 dioxane and formaldehyde, which are known carcinogens and harsh on young skin. If looking for safer bath alternatives try these suggestions from Mom Goes Green. • As we start pulling out festive decorations to show our holiday cheer, rather…

  • DIY Vegetable Stock

    Janelle Sorensen
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:53 am
    When the weather starts to cool down, nothing brings warmth to your home and body faster than a good soup. And, homemade soup is truly easy to make and so much tastier and healthier than store-bought (especially considering that canned foods have bisphenol-A in them).  By making it yourself, you can also go organic for much less money. Make this vegetable stock in bulk and store in small batches in your freezer. Then, when the craving strikes, you’ll have the perfect base for an almost limitless amount of soups. D.I.Y. Vegetable Stock
 makes 2 quarts 1. Finely chop about 4 cups…

  • We’re All Dreaming of a Green Christmas

    Emily Lynne Ion
    18 Nov 2009 | 2:57 pm
    While reading Anna Getty’s new book, I’m Dreaming of a Green Christmas, an eco-guide to creating stylish and sustainable holidays, I was struck by the simplicity of her most cherished Christmas memories from childhood. She warmly recalls a time when Christmas started at home, with decorations inspired by nature, treats baked with her mother, gifts made by hand, and an over-arching emphasis on gratitude and charity. But for many of us, the Christmas season has been inundated by mass consumption and commercialization. Without memories of a simpler time, this is likely how…

  • A Special Offer for the Holiday Season from Organic Bouquet!

    Healthy Child
    17 Nov 2009 | 12:28 pm
    With the holidays fast approaching, you’re probably thinking about decorating your home or office to bring some of nature’s winter beauty indoors. But you can make your holiday festive and still be kind to the planet by continuing to purchase organic flowers, wreaths, and arrangements through the season.  Our friends at Organic Bouquet are offering Healthy Child’s supporters a special discount on their gorgeous flowers and gifts. From now until December 30th, they’ll give the Healthy Child family a 5% discount on purchases. Organic Bouquet has long been a…
 
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  • Benefits of exercise on mental health

    Angie
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Exercise is not only great for physical aspects like losing weight, building muscle and becoming lean but it’s also great when it comes to mental health. Today’s Tip:  Benefits of exercise on mental health 1)  Helps to control emotions especially when  sad or feeling down about something. 2)  Helps to manage stress and relieve anxiety.  Less tension should help put you in a better mood too.  Once I get moving it feels like I’m just releasing all stress which leads me into the next benefit 3) Helps with  your ability to think straight and process stuff.  I definitely…

  • Whittle My Middle with Turbulence Training

    Angie
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:26 am
    The Whittle My Middle 30 day challenge (video included) over at Oh She Glows blog sounds like fun so I’m going to do my best to take part.  They started last week but my 30 days starts today.  I’ll complete this challenge the day before we leave for Jamaica so I’m excited to see what I can accomplish until then.  I am having more tooth issues but I am going to just do the best I can and try to not let it bother me. I took measurements back on November 1st and will measure again on Dec. 17th. Sure hope to lose inches because that will give me the incentive to keep up my…

  • Took too many days off this week

    Angie
    15 Nov 2009 | 4:08 pm
    This week I took too many days off from exercise.  I really have no excuses, I was just extra exhausted this week for some reason.  And I have been off schedule with business stuff and just wanted to make sure I got that stuff done but in the meantime didn’t focus on myself as far as exercise.  Gotta get back into the swing and make it work! Here are the workouts that I did accomplish this week.  I was super excited to get in one Turbo Jam workout.  I miss kickboxing sooooo much! Monday- *Elliptical Time: 25 min. Calories burned: 302 *Spin class Time: 1 hr Calories burned: 713…

  • How to stay healthy during holiday party season

    Angie
    13 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    This week’s Friday Fit and Healthy Lifestyle Tips article is written by my friend Judy who will become a regular guest blogger here on my weight loss blog.  Judy has been in the health and wellness field for many years and I’m happy that she’s willing to share her expertise with us.  Judy has a blog about living a healthy lifestyle called Quick Steps to Health. Please help me welcome Judy! Today’s Tip: Tips on eating healthier and ways to stay active during the holiday party season source Are your eating plans ready for the Holiday party season? With the holiday…

  • Weekly Weigh In: November 11

    Angie
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:23 am
    It’s been a crazy few months that is for sure.   I’m still pretty bummed that the clothes I have to order for vacation is going to be a size up from what I currently have but I am happy to say that I lost THREE pounds this past week! I have to just keep my eye on the goal and choose my foods wisely.  Major dental work has kept me from my full potential in the workout arena but I do what I can.  So here are the stats for the week. Last week’s weight: 239 Current weight: 236 Goal weight: 140 Pounds left to go: 96 Still off schedule as far as the workouts were planned…
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  • Novel K-anonymity algorithm safeguards access to data

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    (Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Institute) As electronic health records become more widely deployed, increasing amounts of health information are being collected. This data has many beneficial applications, such as research, public health, and health system planning. In a recent study, Dr. Khaled El Emam, the Canada Research Chair in Electronic Health Information at the CHEO Research Institute argues that there is a need for robust de-identification of patient data to avoid the negative impact that individual consent requirements have on studies using health record data for…

  • Saving the single cysteine: New antioxidant system found

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    (University of Michigan) We've all read studies about the health benefits of having a life partner. The same thing is true at the molecular level, where amino acids known as cysteines are much more vulnerable to damage when single than when paired up with other cysteines.

  • Chest ultrasound as useful as chest CT in the eval of pediatric patients with complicated pneumonia

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    (American College of Radiology / American Roentgen Ray Society) Chest ultrasound can serve as a viable alternative to chest CT in the evaluation of pediatric patients with complicated pneumonia and parapneumonic effusion (a build-up of fluid between the lung and chest wall), according to a study published in the December issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.

  • High blood pressure easy to miss in children with kidney disease

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    (Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions) Spot blood pressure readings in children with chronic kidney disease often fail to detect hypertension -- even during doctor's office visits -- increasing a child's risk for serious heart problems, according to research from Johns Hopkins Children's Center and other institutions. A report of the findings appears online in the Journal of American Society of Nephrology.

  • Funeral industry workers exposed to formaldehyde face higher risk of leukemia

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    (Journal of the National Cancer Institute) Long durations of exposure to formaldehyde used for embalming in the funeral industry were associated with an increased risk of death from myeloid leukemia, according to a new study published online Nov. 20 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.
 
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  • Harvard Medical School grad heads for International Space Station

    404132862
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:01 am
    In an era when elementary schoolchildren can create exciting new worlds and explore them with the click of a computer mouse, will we again see bold explorers like Lewis and Clark or the Mercury Seven astronauts? Will we follow modern Jasons and their Argonauts through space in an age in which the nation’s deficit is soaring and equally alluring worlds in our body’s cells offer the potential to cure disease and extend life? Robert Satcher says we will.read more

  • Researchers ‘NOTCH’ a victory in war on cancer

    404132862
    10 Nov 2009 | 1:09 pm

  • Speeding new medicines and technologies to the developing world

    404132862
    9 Nov 2009 | 9:16 am
    A consortium of Harvard and five other leading research universities and the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) have endorsed a far-reaching “Statement of Principles and Strategies for the Equitable Dissemination of Medical Technologies” in the developing world.read more

  • Quantum gas microscope offers glimpse of quirky ultracold atoms

    404132862
    5 Nov 2009 | 11:39 am
    Harvard physicists have created a quantum gas microscope that can be used to observe single atoms at temperatures so low the particles follow the rules of quantum mechanics, behaving in bizarre ways. The work, published this week in the journal Nature, represents the first time scientists have detected single atoms in a crystalline structure made solely of light, called a Bose Hubbard optical lattice. It's part of scientists' efforts to use ultracold quantum gases to understand and develop novel quantum materials.read more

  • Materials scientists find better model for glass creation

    404132862
    4 Nov 2009 | 9:09 am
    Harvard materials scientists have come up with what they believe is a new way to model the formation of glasses, a type of amorphous solid that includes common window glass.Glasses form through the process of vitrification, in which a glass-forming liquid cools and slowly becomes a solid whose molecules, though they’ve stopped moving, are not permanently locked into a crystal structure. Instead, they’re more like a liquid that has merely stopped flowing, though they can continue to move over long stretches of time.read more
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  • Newest AHCJ members from nonprofit ventures

    AHCJ welcomes these new members: Robin Fields, reporter, ProPublica Christina Jewett, reporter, California Watch If you haven’t joined yet, see what member benefits you’re missing out on: Access to more than 50 journals and databases, tip sheets and articles from your colleagues on how they’ve reported stories, conferences, workshops, online training, reporting guides ...

  • MIWatch.org calls for real disclosure reform

    Phyllis Vine at MIWatch.org, a site that follows news about mental illness, asks whether drug company disclosures about payments made to doctors go far enough and whether anyone actually pays attention to such disclosures. Vine raises the question of doctors taking part in "educational settings, including grand rounds, courses at professional ...

  • Tech company aggregates, digitizes H1N1 info

    Ebrary, a Silicon Valley outfit that specializes in digitizing and aggregating documents, then making them searchable, has put together a robust collection of H1N1-related documents. Photo by nacaseven via Flickr. Ebrary says it put the free database together because of employees' personal frustrations over the unavailability of solid H1N1 information online. The ...

  • AAMC’s annual workforce report packed with data

    The American Association of Medical Colleges has released its annual workforce report for 2009, and it's full of enough state-by-state information to answer many common questions about physician supply. The report includes state rankings on physician supply, medical school enrollment, graduate medical education, and the retention of physicians, each explained ...

  • Report focuses on researchers’ conflicts of interest

    There are vulnerabilities in how financial conflicts of interest are handled by NIH-funded researchers, according to a report (PDF, 46 pages) released today by the Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the Inspector General. Among the findings: 90 percent of the grantee institutions rely solely on the researchers' ...
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  • The American Horsepower Challenge Rides Again!

    Amy Acton
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    AHPC winners   The American Horsepower Challenge, sponsored by The Humana Foundation, kicked off the second heat of the competition on Nov.16.  1,465 middle school students are participating in the challenge running from Nov. 16 – Dec. 11, 2009, and Jan. 11 – Feb. 5, 2010.  The Humana Foundation will once again award grant monies for school wellness activities or services to the top five schools with the highest average step count. The competition is designed to show participants how easily physical activity can be worked into their daily schedules. Hula hoop contest  …

  • A Simple Workout Upgrade: Heart Rate Monitors

    Tyler Knott Gregson
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    image via PolarUSA When it comes to exercise one truth will always remain:  It’s very easy to spend a whole lot of money.  Unfortunately, there’s a bit of a secret that a lot of people won’t tell you, and even more people don’t want you to know:  You don’t have to spend a lot, to get a lot.  That’s right, while a gym membership or the most expensive equipment might work for some people, it doesn’t have to be that way for you, you can make a very simple upgrade to your workout that doesn’t have to cost a great deal of money, but will show…

  • What I Learned About the Health Blogosphere at #BWE09

    Chris Hall
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    I realize how late I am in getting this out, but I want to share it nonetheless. I was able to sit in on the State of the Health Blogosphere panel at BlogWorld Expo, and it was a unique experience for somebody representing the online efforts of a “payer” in the health care system.  The panel consisted of the following patient and provider bloggers: Kim McAllister / Emergiblog.com Kerri Morrone SparlingSixuntilme.com Kevin Pho / Kevinmd.com Nicholas Genes /Medgadget.com Take Aways Here are some of the things I took away from the panel, in no particular order: Credibility counts.

  • Handwashing: A Simple Solution to a Germy Problem

    jane
    17 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    But my students ARE washing their hands!  I’m washing my hands!  Why are so many children and teachers coming down with all kinds of colds, flus, infections, and other communicable diseases? Are you sure everyone is washing his/her hands properly?  Are you SURE?  Because a few soapy swishes under the faucet just aren’t enough to get rid of very many germs. A good way to show students  - and teachers – and parents – just how many germs are left on their hands even after what they considered “a good soaping,’ is to conduct an experiment. There are…

  • Do Twitter and Weight Loss Mix?

    Chris Hall
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    Both Engadget and Livewell 360 have recently reported on the Withings Connected Body Scale which tracks your body weight, body fat, and lean mass along with how many more pounds you have to go to reach your desired weight. That’s awesome, and what’s great about it is that since it’s WiFi enabled it can send that data to a program on your iPhone so that you can do cool things with it. The New News Withings has now given the scale an ability to tweet your results, via Twitter, to all of your followers on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.  I really like the concept of…
 
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    Syndicom

  • New Features in SpineConnectTM

    walker
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:48 pm
    SpineConnect’s new features were designed with you in mind – to improve overall usability, and make posting cases faster and easier. Want to learn more? Read about the enhancements and additions to our case creation process in the latest release of SpineConnect. Streamlined Case Creation… means the time it takes to submit a case [...]

  • Syndicom announces the Case Viewer free medical application for Apple iPhone and iPod touch

    walker
    9 Nov 2009 | 2:12 pm
    North American Spine Society Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA. (Nov 9, 2009) – Syndicom, the creator of SpineConnect—the leading collaboration platform for spine surgeons —today announced the launch of the Syndicom Case Viewer, a free medical application for physicians and medical device companies. The Syndicom Case Viewer provides Syndicom account holders with access to [...]

  • Try Thinking Of Collaboration In A Different Way…

    walker
    25 Aug 2009 | 2:03 pm
    Syndicom, Inc. specializes in developing innovative collaboration environments for education, research and design in the healthcare industry. A Syndicom collaboration environment is founded on a community of practice which consists of individuals who interact with each other under a set of behavioral protocols to develop, combine and share knowledge in order to achieve common goals. The behavioral [...]

  • Master Collaboration, Is There Such A Thing?

    walker
    24 Aug 2009 | 4:28 pm
    Whether during a meeting, on a specialized project, group research, non-profit committees, you’ve witnessed it! He/she comes out of the woodwork and: engages, challenges, warms up the debate, cools it down, makes you think, stops you in your tracks, brings in an expert, makes a great point, tells you like it is, uses technology, teaches, [...]

  • Mobile Case Studies, Collaboration And More…

    walker
    21 Aug 2009 | 12:17 pm
    It is a mobile world out there… Syndicom will soon release a series of mobile tools designed for medical professionals. The big news today: a pre-release of our new case study iPhone application. Check out the video below:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t0JZ0exlHg. This application would allow a surgeon the capability of compiling case study information and demonstrating results to [...]
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  • A Girlfriend's Guide to Bladder Control

    17 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Dana Demas, Special to Lifescript Ever laugh so hard that you peed? And the joke wasn’t that funny? You’re not alone, and it may be a sign of incontinence. Find out how to prevent or cope with embarrassing little leaks. Plus, are you in control of your bladder? Take our quiz to find out... Losing control of your bladder is embarrassing, uncomfortable and, well, wet... not to mention relatively common. Incontinence affects 10% to 30% of women 64 and younger, says the National Women’s Health Resource Center. Even if your bladder is behaving now, it may betray you later. About 25% of…

  • 7 Ways to Save Your Bones

    14 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Edward C. Geehr, M.D., Lifescript Chief Medical Officer If you’re over 30, your skeleton’s already rebelling, tossing out bone faster than you can replace it. Doctors deliberate over when to begin osteoporosis treatments, but your best bet is to get serious about diet and exercise. Bone up on how to hang onto your main frame with these tips. Plus, test your supplement IQ... Did your hump-backed Grandma fall and break a hip or has a friend in her 50s cracked a rib moving furniture? Blame osteoporosis, a loss of bone that leads to debilitating…

  • 40 Easy Ways to Eat More Antioxidants

    13 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Jill Weisenberger, M.S., R.D., C.D.E., Lifescript Nutrition Expert Want something to fight cancer, prevent heart ailments and head off brain drain? Reach for fruits, veggies, even treats, high in antioxidants. Here are 40 delicious ways to eat more of these disease-fighters. Plus, how healthy do you eat? Take our quiz to find out… How Antioxidants WorkWhat do antioxidants really do? Shield our cells from free radical damage. To understand how they work, think about peeled potatoes and sliced apples. If you leave them on the counter for several minutes, they turn an unappealing shade of…

  • Unexplained Pain: Is It an Autoimmune Disease?

    25 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    By Emily Dwass, Special to Lifescript Are you exhausted and depressed? Do your joints ache? These are telltale symptoms of an autoimmune disease. Find out what happens when your body turns against itself, then test your inflammation IQ with our quiz… When our immune systems work right, our body is able to fend off attacks from invading bacteria and viruses. But with an autoimmune disease, it fights against us. Instead of protecting, it attacks, sending armies of your body’s disease-fighters to battle your own healthy tissue, cells and organs. Up to 22 million Americans have autoimmune…

  • What Your Hairstyle Says About You

    27 Sep 2009 | 5:00 pm
    By Cara J. Stevens, Special to Lifescript Your hair is talking about you behind your back. So what’s it saying? And how do you get it to reveal the real you? Our top celebrity stylists share hair personality secrets and tips to get your best hairstyle ever. Plus, test how much you know about hair with our quiz... When Michelle Obama wore a bob at a White House country music event, she created a sensation. Her temporary power-‘do — she pinned up her shoulder-length hair — showed every woman how easy it is to try on a new personality with a quick style change. Yet many women cringe at…
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  • Is Fructose Better Than Sugar?

    11 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial Staff In the baking aisle, you may have seen granulated fructose as an option for sweetening your baked goods. Fructose is a naturally occurring sweetener like table sugar (sucrose). People with diabetes often opt for fructose because it tends to produce a smaller rise in blood sugar than the same number of calories of table sugar. However, large amounts can also increase your total cholesterol and “bad” cholesterol (LDL) levels, says the American Diabetes Association (ADA). That’s why fructose is not necessarily better for you than plain sugar. People with…

  • New Pill May Help Nerve Pain

    9 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial Staff A pill that combines two pain relievers – tramadol and acetaminophen – has been as effective as the drug gabapentin for treating diabetes-related nerve pain. This means that diabetics have another option to relieve diabetic neuropathy. Neuropathy is a nerve condition that causes many symptoms, ranging from a tingling sensation or numbness in the toes or fingers to paralysis. Often gabapentin – an anti-seizure drug frequently prescribed for epilepsy - is prescribed. In the new study, Dr. Bong Yun Cha, from the Catholic University of Korea, Seoul,…

  • Top 10 Tips to Fight Depression

    9 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial Staff Looking for a blue-mood pick-me-up? Don’t crawl back into bed with the sheets over your head. Check out our  top 10 ways to beat the blues. Plus, could you be clinically depressed? Take our quiz to find out… 1. Unload Your Schedule Between driving carpool, working, volunteering at the kids’ school and managing your packed to-do list, your life is a whirlwind. It's exhausting and makes even the fun stuff un-fun. Work overload can cause depression, says Harold Levinson, M.D, a New York-based psychiatrist and neurologist. So why do we say…

  • Top 10 Tips to Fight Depression

    9 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial Staff Looking for a blue-mood pick-me-up? Don’t crawl back into bed with the sheets over your head. Check out our  top 10 ways to beat the blues. Plus, could you be clinically depressed? Take our quiz to find out… 1. Unload Your Schedule Between driving carpool, working, volunteering at the kids’ school and managing your packed to-do list, your life is a whirlwind. It's exhausting and makes even the fun stuff un-fun. Work overload can cause depression, says Harold Levinson, M.D, a New York-based psychiatrist and neurologist. So why do we say…

  • Genetic Testing: Does It Help or Hurt?

    9 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Diane Wedner, Special to Lifescript Worried about what’s lurking in the family tree? Breast or ovarian cancer? Huntington’s disease? Genetic testing may offer knowledge but not always comfort. So when is it helpful and who should steer clear? Read on for the answers... Seven years ago, when she considered marriage and children, Anna Gorman decided to be tested for the BRCA1 and 2 gene mutations because ovarian cancer killed her grandmother and aunt. She tested positive for BRCA1, which raises the risk of breast cancer up to 85% by age 70 and ovarian cancer by 55%. “I wasn’t…
 
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  • Docs Out of Step with Pap Testing

    14 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Edward C. Geehr, M.D., Lifescript Chief Medical Officer The next time you’re scheduled for a Pap test with your primary care physician, you may want to ask why. A survey of more than 1,200 American primary care doctors found that only 22% gave Pap tests consistent with official recommendations: The problem was doctors overused this important diagnostic tool, according to a report published recently in the Annals of Internal Medicine. To be fair to our hard-working family doctors, Pap guidelines were changed just a few years ago after many years of established testing practices. Shifting…

  • Consumers Ignore Calorie Labeling

    7 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    By Edward C. Geehr, M.D., Lifescript Chief Medical Officer Obesity is a modern scourge that consumes enormous health care resources, often because the condition is accompanied by diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, or arthritis. Many public health officials believe that the tendency to overeat is really an educational matter. Healthy eating advocates believe that if we can just give people the right information at the time of their food selection, they’ll make healthier meal choices. To that end, a growing list of cities are considering calorie labeling requirements on menus,…

  • The Latest on Cervical Cancer Vaccines

    31 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    By Edward C. Geehr, M.D., Lifescript Chief Medical Officer The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now approved Merck’s Gardasil human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine for use in boys and men ages 9 to 26. The hope is that immunization of boys and men will help reduce the incidence of HPV transmission to women, thereby reducing the overall occurrence of cervical cancer. At the same time the FDA approved Gardasil for use in males, the HPV vaccine Cervarix, made by GlaxoSmithKline, became the second vaccine approved for use in women to prevent cervical cancer. Cervarix targets two HPV strains…

  • Swine Flu: A National Emergency?

    25 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    By Edward C. Geehr, M.D., Lifescript Chief Medical Officer “Obama declares national emergency” and “Vaccine output falls short” are two recent headlines regarding the H1N1 flu outbreak. But are things really as bleak as they sound? There’s no doubt that the H1N1 virus is aggressively marching through the U.S., as there’s little natural immunity to the disease for those under 60 years old. Children and pregnant women appear to be particularly vulnerable thus far, along with those with chronic illnesses. Since April 2009, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has…

  • Controversy Over the Colon

    17 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm
    By Edward C. Geehr, M.D., Lifescript Chief Medical Officer Not many people talk openly about their colon, yet the topic is everywhere in the media. And from the sounds of it, our colons are responsible for everything from weight gain to fatigue to aching joints. Many people use colon cleanser products to avoid these possible health woes. Our ancestors were also preoccupied with colon health. The fundamental treatment over centuries has been the enema. Egyptians are said to have used hollow reeds to deliver enemas. Ancient tribes in the Amazon and central Africa practiced enemas in the rivers,…
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    Healing with (Raw) Juices

  • Raw Flops: Dehydrated Flax Seed Crackers

    Raw Juice Girl
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:21 pm
    Just stopping by? Have you entered my latest contest (over a $200 value)? Or maybe you’d like to try your hand at my chocolate-covered raisin hemp balls or raw tuna fish-less salad.  You might remember the Excalibur dehydrator I was sent to review. I’ve been experimenting with it – just hadn’t posted about my adventures. Why? I’ve had quite a few “Raw Flops" goin’ on around here. Yep. Upon a reader’s request (thanks, Beth!) I’ll be sharing my (un)cooking disasters in the new category: Raw Flops. But don’t worry, I have some rawsome stuff comin’ up, too! And……

  • Raw Vegan (Vanilla) Chia Seed Pudding

    Raw Juice Girl
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:02 am
    Just tuning in? Be sure to get yourself entered in my latest contest (prizes are valued at over $200!!!). Also, check out Zeenat’s guest post about the healing benefits of onions. You might also enjoy my chocolate-covered raisin hemp balls or my version of tuna fish-less salad.   Hi, y’all! Today, I’m going to share with you my experience of making Averie’s Raw Vegan Chia Seed Pudding. You can find all sorts of variations she’s created by checking out her chia seed category over at Love Veggies & Yoga. I was super excited the other day when I mentioned I received a package…

  • Raw Tuna Fish-Less Himala Salad Recipe

    Raw Juice Girl
    16 Nov 2009 | 11:41 am
    Before you scroll down to find out what takes the place of tuna in tuna (fish-less) salad, be sure to check out what I think about reversing diabetes in 30 days, plus  my latest contest (over a $200 value!) and my chocolate-covered raisin hemp balls. You might also enjoy some naturopathic teaching in Zeenat’s guest post about the healing properties of onion.   Gone raw – or want to – but don’t want to give up your beloved tuna salad? No problem! Just check out my raw tuna fish-less salad below. YUM! Pretty close to the real thing, don’t ya think? This is an especially nice…

  • Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days

    Raw Juice Girl
    15 Nov 2009 | 9:25 am
    First time visiting? Check out my latest contest (over a $200 value!) and my chocolate-covered raisin hemp balls. You may also enjoy Zeenat’s guest post about the healing benefits of onions. Sounds crazy, huh? Well, before you think I’m crazy just hear me out, please. Raw Reflections I had the amazing opportunity to review the Raw for Thirty and Raw for Life DVDs a while back. I still remember how raw and real the DVDs were. Here’s a snippet of my thoughts from that review:   Simply Raw gives you a peek into the journey of six Americans who are battling diabetes. Some of them are…

  • Onions-A Pungent Surprise of Natural Healing

    Raw Juice Girl
    12 Nov 2009 | 10:54 pm
    If this is your first time visiting, be sure to enter my latest contest for E3Live products (a value of over $200!) and check out my chocolate-covered raisin hemp balls. They’re easy (and fun!) to make. And now I have a special surprise for you: We have a talented and inspiring guest today! Zeenat Syal is sharing her wisdom of the healing benefits of raw onion. You know how I love the healing benefits of raw foods! Take it away, Zeenat! Onions – A Pungent Surprise of Natural Healing The onion, a pungent edible of the lily family, is one of the oldest cultivated vegetables. It is…
 
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    Retail Healthcare News

  • Retail Medical Clinics: Update and Implications – 2009 Report

    Retail Healthcare News Editor
    17 Nov 2009 | 7:20 am
    For satisfied consumers, receiving low-cost, non-urgent health care services at a retail clinic is an attractive alternative to traditional long waits in a physician’s office. As a less costly alternative to primary care physician or emergency room visits, health plans increasingly are covering care at a retail clinic. Yet, the emergence of retail clinics in convenient settings such as pharmacies and grocery stores has sparked controversy. In some states and localities, regulators are fearful that it represents a compromise to safe and effective care. In many communities, local physicians…

  • ER alternatives: Urgent-care clinic or in-store clinic might work instead

    Retail Healthcare News Editor
    19 Oct 2009 | 6:50 am
    Feeling sick – or you have a kid who does – but you find out that your doctor’s office can’t fit you in for another week? Primary-care physicians aren’t the only game in town. In fact, you have several places to turn, including urgent care clinics, in-store “retail clinics” set up in a grocery store or pharmacy, and the hospital emergency department. The inevitable question then becomes: Which level of care should you seek – and for what ailments? Here’s the rub: Based on conversations with an emergency department doctor, a primary-care…

  • CCA to host forum on retail-based convenient care model

    Retail Healthcare News Editor
    15 Oct 2009 | 8:25 pm
    The Convenient Care Association, along with the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, Deloitte and The Drug Store News Group’s Retail Clinician, is presenting this month a forum to discuss the growth and evolution of retail-based health clinics. The “Convenient Care Clinics and Retail Healthcare: A Critical Innovation for Successful Healthcare Reform” forum will be held in Philadelphia on Oct. 26 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia. A reception will follow from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. This free seminar will bring together industry leaders from ...

  • Retail clinics expanding services more than locations

    Retail Healthcare News Editor
    12 Oct 2009 | 9:21 am
    Retail clinic operators want potential patients to know that they do more than treat the common cold and administer flu shots. In recent months clinics have announced the addition of several new services, such as asthma and diabetes management; more vaccines, including for HPV and shingles; school and sport physicals; diagnoses and treatment of conjunctivitis; and treatment of various skin disorders. Clinics contend the added services are the result of customer demand. But critics counter that it’s another effort to pull patients away from primary care offices and improve clinics’…

  • Sore Throat on Aisle 4: Retail Clinics Match Quality of Doctor’s Office

    Retail Healthcare News Editor
    2 Sep 2009 | 6:58 am
    The next time you go to the drugstore to pick up shampoo or paper towels, you might get that cough checked out, too. More than a quarter of the U.S. population lives within a 10-minute drive from a retail walk-in medical clinic (or convenient care clinic) that can provide appointment-free screenings and examinations of minor afflictions right inside the store. Staffed mostly by nurse practitioners, these clinics offer lower costs and longer hours than a standard physician’s office. But how does the quality of treatment at these convenient alternatives compare? Pretty well, ...
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  • how many calories in spern ?

    geoff323
    21 Nov 2009 | 1:04 am
    want to know how many calories in spern ? girlfriend like to know before a blow job

  • when cant I do the test?

    fau
    21 Nov 2009 | 12:59 am
    if I just had sex with my boyfriend a few days ago, how soon cant I get a test to see if im pregnant how many days does it take for me to know...this happen on the 11-17-09

  • what are early pregnancy signs what about tender breast and nipps?

    candy27
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:50 pm
    over the last week my breast and nipples have become very sore and tender,even when I get cold it hurts. Also my nipples are larger than normal are these signs of pregnancy?And if not a period could it be something to worry about?

  • Why havent I had a period in 12 months am I infertal?

    lacierandom
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:52 pm
    I Used to be on birth control and then I wasnt able to go and get more because lots of things have been going on in the past year. So paying attention to getting birth control wasn't on the list but now that things have finally settled for a bit I want to know whats wrong with my body. I haven't had a period in 12 months its never been like this before. I am a big girl but I have been for most of my life. There has to be another reason. I have a feeling I cant have children but I'm hoping thats not the fact. Also before anyone says anything I already know that waiting this long to find out…

  • how do you cope with depression when its not normal depression?

    musalana45
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:34 pm
    im so depressed in my life right now. but the thing is my life is grate. its my friends lifes that arent. I have boyfriend and hes amazing (not the same stalker creep I asked how to get away from in another question bbut a really nice guy). I have passing graes and great friends. the thing is that their all depressed. a kid killed himself and was really close to three of my friends. they never knew what he was doing. he didnt go to our school so I have never met him. after that the closest friend of the kid who killed himself killed himself as well. they just couldnt live without each other.I…
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    Promote Health

  • How NOT to Exercise: 10 Funny Examples of Exercising Gone Wrong! [Videos]

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:12 pm
    There’s no doubt about it – exercising is tough. However, in order to reach our weight loss goals, exercise is an essential piece of the puzzle. Going to the gym to get in a good workout can sometimes not go as planned, and luckily for us, many of these little fitness mishaps are caught on tape so we can get a good laugh at them later. I’ve compiled 10 of the funniest videos that YouTube has to offer relating to exercise failures, gym mishaps, and weight loss don’ts. We’ve all heard hundreds – or even thousands – of tips about how to workout the “right way”, but I…

  • Weight Loss Challenge Update: November 18, 2009

    admin
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:22 am
    It’s been a rough couple of months in regards to my weight loss challenge progression – most of which I contribute to events happening in my life lately (thankfully no bad ones!) that have gotten me a bit off track fitness-wise. At this point, I’m pretty much back to where I originally started in terms of weight, although I know that my overall fitness levels are higher than when I first started this challenge earlier this year. It’s easy to get off track, but it’s all a matter of getting back my focus. I’ve been eating healthy foods, but my portion control…

  • New Research Shows How Rheumatoid Arthritis Spreads

    admin
    17 Nov 2009 | 12:21 pm
    A recent study published in Natural Medicine suggests that cells surrounding joints that are afflicted with rheumatoid arthritis may travel through the bloodstream causing joint soreness in other joints. This is the reason that many people who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis tend to notice that over time the disease spreads to other areas of their body if left untreated. Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease that causes inflammation and joint pain, and up until now, there was no scientific evidence as to why the disease spread throughout the human body so efficiently. The study concluded that…

  • Check Your BMI to Gauge Your Body Fat Content

    admin
    13 Nov 2009 | 8:26 am
    Your BMI, or body mass index, is a fairly accurate measurement of your body fat. It can be used by doctors to assess someone’s body fat content and whether or not they fall within a healthy range. BMI is calculated in its most basic form using simply your height and weight. There are other factors that may affect your BMI results as described below, but in general you can get a good measure of your body fat using a BMI chart. You’ll find a free BMI calculator at the bottom of this post that you can use to check your BMI. If you notice from above, I mentioned that BMI calculators…

  • It’s a Boy!

    admin
    12 Nov 2009 | 2:13 pm
    There’s a new addition to the Promote Health & Wellness family! My wife and I welcomed a healthy baby boy into the world last Friday, November 6. So if you’re wondering why there has been a lack of posts lately here at the blog, this is the reason! Aiden Joseph weighed in at a slim 6 lbs. 12 oz. and 19-1/2 inches long – long and skinny just like his Mom! He was delivered naturally – no drugs or epidural – which is very uncommon nowadays. I gotta hand it to my wife – she did an awesome job and she can handle pain much better than I can! The advantage of…
 
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    Healthy Food & Healthy Living

  • How do low-carb diets affect mood?

    Ayala
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:03 am
    The promise of many popular diets often includes not just weight loss, but a happier outlook. Yet, a new study shows that the expected mood improvement—the added perk usually seen when losing weight—seems to be short-lived in successful dieters on a low-carb diet. The low-carb diet debate is one that doesn’t seem to want to fade away. The diet itself is an old one. The idea that eliminating most carbs as a weight-loss strategy is an idea that preceded Dr. Atkins by more than a century. There are many types of low-carb diets with varying restrictions on the types and amounts of…

  • Are we exercising less or eating more?

    Ayala
    9 Nov 2009 | 3:07 am
    There are many compelling reasons to exercise. Regular physical activity has been shown to reduce the incidence of heart disease, diabetes and hypertension. It improves mental health, fosters strong muscles and strong bones. It also makes most participants happier and improves our looks. Physical activity also burns calories. In the past few decades exercise has therefore become one arm of the two pronged approach to combat overweight and obesity. Exercise is the calories expended in the equation; food intake is the calories we take in. Any change in the balance of calories in and calories…

  • Walnut yeast “roses” cake: a delicious indulgent dessert

    Ayala
    2 Nov 2009 | 3:03 am
    If the photo of this golden, brown delicacy wasn’t enough to whet your appetite, let me describe the smell: It’s the essence of childhood dreams, the aroma of pleasure itself. At least for me. Clearly I’m digressing this week from veggie and whole grain recipes and the science of healthy living to the aroma of baked cakes. Well, I do make desserts, and am very much into indulgent ones. I don’t serve dessert every day but I’ll conclude every festive weekend meal with one, and I’ll always leave room for dessert when we eat out. So for those of you who’ve asked what’s in my…

  • Healthy neighborhoods can reduce the risk of diabetes

    Ayala
    26 Oct 2009 | 3:09 am
    Do you live in a healthy neighborhood? Is there such a thing as an unhealthy neighborhood? Personal choice has a big impact on many aspects of our health, but do we really have the wherewithal to choose our lifestyle, or do most of us fall into a pattern determined by what’s easy to do and what everyone else is doing? Sure, there are a few motivated individuals who swim against the stream and set their own trend. Most of us don’t. Whether we realize it or not, we follow the lead of our parents and friends and do what’s easy along a path of least resistance. There’s no doubt that our…

  • Coke did make America fat

    Ayala
    19 Oct 2009 | 3:01 am
    Coca-Cola’s CEO Muhtar Kent recently wrote a much viewed op-ed in the Wall Street Journal titled “Coke Didn't Make America Fat,” in which he claims Americans need more exercise, not another tax, and should “enjoy the simple pleasures of a Coca-Cola.” While it’s perfectly understandable that Mr. Kent would fight the soda tax idea—not because it threatens American’s freedom to choose, but because it will undermine soda companies’ profits and image—the article includes so many untruths and misleading statements that it begs a fact check and a response. First off, I’ve read…
 
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    Forensic Healthcare Online

  • Weekly Wrap-Up & Giveaway Reminder

    Jenifer
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:21 am
    This week over at the sustainability site, a few things for you to peruse: A great handwashing poster that made me smile, particularly timely since my house is currently germ-central A look at the challenges of asking for help and some of the opinions out there on how best to do it And of course, a reminder [...]

  • Welcome G.W. Medical Publishing

    Jenifer
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:19 am
    There are a lot of changes coming down the pike here at FHO. Last week we began working on a brand new website that will update our look and offer more content and more options for readers (I’m hoping for a smooth launch by end of the month–more on that soon). And this week [...]

  • Coming Soon…

    Jenifer
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:05 am
    A brand new partnership here at FHO means goodies for readers. Stay tuned tomorrow for details, including a giveaway that could become a regular feature on the site!

  • Organ Trafficking & Transplant Tourism

    Jenifer
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:28 am
    A subset of human trafficking, organ trafficking and transplant tourism are significant concerns around the globe. And while they’re not discussed to the same extent as sexual exploitation and forced child labor, quite a bit’s available on the subject. It initially caught my eye when I noticed Harvard’s Initiative to Stop Human Trafficking had an [...]

  • Integrating Injury & Violence Prevention

    Jenifer
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:06 am
    STIPDA, ASTHO, and NACCHO have several archived injury prevention webcasts, 2 of which might appeal: Integrating Injury and Violence Prevention with Maternal and Child Health Programs, and Integrating Injury and Violence Prevention with Healthy Again Initiatives. They are free to access–the archive site also includes a variety of supporting articles and other materials for the [...]
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    The EMR/EHR Show

  • Everybody Loves A Story –What’s Yours?

    Peter Beck
    14 Nov 2009 | 12:49 pm
    At the latest NextGen Users Group Meeting in DC, I saw examples everywhere of storytelling par excellence. Former Speaker Newt Gingrich and Vermont Governor Howard Dean sprinkled stories of constituents and personal experiences throughout their keynote addresses, as they made their respective (and mostly complementary) points on the healthcare reform debate. The first day’s keynote speakers, Gene Kranz of Mission Control and Commander Jim Lowell from Apollo 13, were all about storytelling. 99% of their stage time was a recounting of details of raw ingenuity and failure truly not being…

  • Who Else Wants To Think Outside Of The Healthcare Reform Box?

    Peter Beck
    13 Nov 2009 | 7:57 am
    I want to preface this with something I should have said a long time ago: All posts reflect my own opinions, not those of anyone I’ve had the good fortune to learn from, work with, and otherwise spend time around. It could hardly be otherwise with my own blog. But addressing folks in healthcare, you’ve got to be a bit careful. IT folks get it, but in healthcare we’re not all individuals, much as we’d like to think otherwise. We are born from a very old profession, and that means being tied like nobody’s business to colleagues, training academies, membership…

  • The Ultimate Secret To EHR Success, Part 2

    Peter Beck
    31 Oct 2009 | 2:19 pm
    This is more along the lines of “can’t get this meme out of my head,” it’s so important. Being steeped in something of an Eastern mindset by family and martial arts background, I’ve always believed that “calmly living in the present” was a high calling. It’s a recurrent theme in Zen and other Asian belief systems, for living The Good Life, as well as avoiding a beheading in the heat of battle. The past is gone, the future’s a maybe — don’t waste time being pissed about woulda-coulda-shoulda, and focus on the now. It’s…

  • Working Hard

    Peter Beck
    26 Oct 2009 | 9:05 am
    Right now, things are a bit busy around here. Lots of swine flu prep happening for the office and the group, including an upcoming talk at a local college campus. I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to get ahead of this thing using education. You can argue with irate patients demanding Tamiflu when it’s not indicated, or you can educate them before they get sick, arming them with solid info. I’ve bookmarked several über useful CDC sites for exactly this reason, like this one for antivirals, this for vaccines, and this for general patient info. If you can fire these…

  • Do You Make These Mistakes And Run Behind?

    Peter Beck
    13 Jul 2009 | 8:00 am
    I’ve alluded to this in a past post: it’s not easy outlining the fatal features that will sink an EHR implementation. Most EHR vendors prefer to focus on the success stories, the “best practices” of their star performers, and rightly so. “Never repeat a mistake,” my French teacher used to tell me (if “mademoiselle” isn’t pronounced “madame as well,” don’t say it that way, even when asking the question). Don’t stare at the pothole that you’re trying to avoid, unless you want to ride right into it. It’s…
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    Healthier Talk

  • The Father of “Oleander Soup” - The Oleander Series Part 2

    Dquixote1217
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:57 am
    In the earlier article “An Amazing Discovery in Turkey”, the first of this series of articles about oleander, I described how Doctor H. Z. Ozel discovered an age old remedy for cancer and other conditions in rural Turkey in the early 1960’s and, after successfully treating thousands of patients over the past 40 years, Dr. Ozel patented the medicine and it was entered into FDA trials...<!--break--> Unfortunately, after passing phase I trials, the patented medicine known as Anvirzel™ has languished for lack of funding (many consider a the patent, based on an age old remedy and common…

  • Breast Cancer: Mammograms, HRT and Vitamin D

    iHealthTube
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:41 am
    Dr. Joseph Mercola discusses what you need to know about breast cancer. He talks about mammograms, hormone replacement therapy and vitamin D levels. Embed video:  <object width='440' height='315' data='http://www.ihealthtube.com/player/flowplayer.commercial-3.0.5.swf' type='application/x-shockwave-flash'><param name='movie' value='http://www.ihealthtube.com/player/player.swf' /><param name='allowfullscreen' value='true' /><param name='allowscriptaccess' value='always'…

  • Preventing the Swine Flu: A Comprehensive Approach

    hyman
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:23 am
    Sneezing, coughing, fever, aches and pains… Worried about flu symptoms like these? As winter approaches, most of us are. But this year, the flu seems even more alarming, thanks to increased health concerns about the H1N1 influenza strain, also known as the swine flu. Even though this strain doesn’t appear to be particularly threatening, it has the potential to mutate into a more dangerous form. The main question my patients have been asking is whether they should get vaccinated against H1N1 or against the regular flu. This is not a simple yes or no answer. The guiding principle of…

  • Cancer Screening Gets a Smack

    edwardmartin
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:04 am
    Cancer screening, cancer screening, cancer screening, cancer screening... For years, that has been the relentlessly wrong public message. You can't even turn on a TV or radio without hearing some celebrity, athlete or other public figure lecture you about the supposed importance of getting screened for breast or prostate cancer. Now, the same people who started beating that drum have finally realized they're playing the wrong tune. The American Cancer Society is revising its position on screenings, admitting that recommending them for everyone has led to over-treatment. It's about time. The…

  • Will Anyone in Their Right Mind Actually Buy Into These Three New Vaccines?

    jmercola
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:56 am
    Well folks, at the rate of vaccine development, it’s just a matter of time before some genius develops an anti-ugly vaccine to fit everyone into some predefined measure of beauty, and market it as something without which we cannot live healthy prosperous lives.<!--break--> There really should be no doubt in your mind at this point that vaccines are big business. And for good reason – laws are in place that indemnifies vaccine manufacturers from financial ruin should things go wrong. Manufacturers have complete insulation from ANY prosecution for harm or damage from their product.
 
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  • In Review: Nov 15-21

    Jason
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:22 pm
    Join WTR’s online tea tastings. Go to theFuture Episodes and How To Taste pagesfor more. Order now to join these online tastings: Upcoming tastings Nov 24-26 Adagio’s Oolong #8 Grand Tea’s Premium Bi Luo Chun Teas Etc’s Golden PearlsSpecial offer available here Dec 1-3 Teas Etc’s Mao Feng. Special offer available here. SpecialTeas’ Vithanakande FBOPF1. TeaGschwendner’s Formosa Superior Choice. Dec 8-10 Mighty Leaf’s Sencha Deep Roast. Grand Tea’s Premium Bi Luo Chun. Teas Etc’s Mao Feng. News photo: D. Clark Members of the…

  • Tasting Review 137: Harney’s Namring Upper 2nd Flush

    Jason
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Join WTR’s online tea tastings. Try new tea. Learn about preparation. Interact with other tasters. Go to theFuture Episodes and How To Taste pagesfor more. Click the vid to watch. Click on the dots (on the video timeline) to jump to a scene: Price (as of post): 4oz = $15 Buy Harney’s Namring Upper 2nd Flush. Use code: WALKER29 to save 20% off a 4oz tin or 1lb bag. Compare teas with others on the Scoresheet. Walker Tea Review- a tea blog with tea reviews and tea tastings. Operated by Jason Walker. Sample provided by Harney. Subscribe in a reader or by email Share/Save

  • Tasting Review 136: Maeda-en’s Traditional Gold Sencha

    Jason
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Join WTR’s online tea tastings. Try new tea. Learn about preparation. Interact with other tasters. Go to theFuture Episodes and How To Taste pagesfor more. Click the vid to watch. Click on the dots (on the video timeline) to jump to a scene: Price (as of post): 5.3oz = $5.40 Buy Maeda-en’s Traditional Gold Sencha. Use code: WALKER2 to receive tasting samples of Gyokuro and Houjicha. Compare teas with others on the Scoresheet. Walker Tea Review- a tea blog with tea reviews and tea tastings. Operated by Jason Walker. Sample provided by Maeda-en. Subscribe in a reader or by email…

  • Tasting Review 135: Mighty Leaf’s Phoenix Bird Select

    Jason
    17 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Join WTR’s online tea tastings. Try new tea. Learn about preparation. Interact with other tasters. Go to theFuture Episodes and How To Taste pagesfor more. Click the vid to watch. Click on the dots (on the video timeline) to jump to a scene: Price (as of post): 3oz = $10.95 Buy Mighty Leaf’s Phoenix Bird Select Compare teas with others on the Scoresheet. Walker Tea Review- a tea blog with tea reviews and tea tastings. Operated by Jason Walker. Sample provided by Mighty Leaf. Subscribe in a reader or by email Share/Save

  • HandReach Charity Tea Auction

    Jason
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    Bid on fine teas and help this charity. Big time tea players like Rishi, Imperial Tea Court and others have contributed some very fine teas to support the work of HandReach and their Ebay charity auction. In particular, HandReach is raising funds for its Children’s Healing Initiative. This initiative has been working to care for children needing reconstructive surgery and prosthetics. Click here to read more about the children currently receiving support, most of whom are from families in China. Supporters & Contributors: Share/Save
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    The Truth About Biblical Health

  • Basil Plants Have Anti-Arthritic Properties

    27 Oct 2009 | 3:54 pm
    Two varieties of Basil that are widely used in Ayurvedic medicine have been scientifically shown to reduce inflammation and swelling, suggesting that they could have potential in arthritis treatment. At the Royal Pharmaceutical Society's annual event, the British Pharmaceutical Conference in Manchester, Mr Vaibhav Shinde from Poona Collage of Pharmacy, Pune, India, presented results of studies on the varieties Ocimum tenuiflorum Linn and Ocimum americanum Linn, which are used in Ayurvedic treatment of bronchitis, bronchial asthma, skin diseases, arthritis, inflammation and fever. Extracts of…

  • Fighting Infection With Manuka Honey

    27 Oct 2009 | 3:52 pm
    Manuka honey may kill bacteria by destroying key bacterial proteins. Dr Rowena Jenkins and colleagues from the University of Wales Institute - Cardiff investigated the mechanisms of manuka honey action and found that its anti-bacterial properties were not due solely to the sugars present in the honey.The work was presented this week (7-10 September), at the Society for General Microbiology's meeting at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh. Meticillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) was grown in the laboratory and treated with and without manuka honey for four hours. The experiment was…

  • A Clean Eating Tool I Use Daily

    21 Oct 2009 | 10:50 am
    Healthy Whole Food Meals are Quick, Easy and Delicious!A whole food diet is the key to a long and healthy life. New recommendations encourage consuming more fruits, vegetables and whole grains every day. This is easily accomplished by eating terrific-tasting, nutrient-rich whole food meals made in the Vita-Mix machine.Make whole food juice that's full of fiber and flavor in under a minute. Cook soup from scratch that's hot, hearty and satisfying in just 4 minutes. Make frozen treats that are full of fruit and low in fat in only 30 seconds. Grind fresh whole grains into flour and knead dough…

  • Invitation....What's On Your Mind??

    21 Oct 2009 | 9:32 am
    Let me know what health topics concern you! Cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, heart disease???? What can be controlled or reversed with clean eating, supplements, exercise and a positive outlook? Many diseases and health concerns can be improved with the correct natural remedies, don't always look to prescription drugs as the only way. As always, never quit taking a prescribed medicine without consulting with your health care professional first. I welcome your COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS!!

  • Medical Freedom

    7 Aug 2009 | 5:08 am
    Benjamin Rush, signer of the Declaration of Independence and Dr. to George Washington wrote, "Unless we put medical freedom in the Constitution, the time will come when medicine will organize into an undercover dictatorship. To restrict the art of healing to one class of men & deny equal privileges to others will constitute the Bastille of medical science. All such laws are un-American and despotic and have no place in a republic."
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  • CardioNet CEO: Not able to sustain operations

    Brian Dolan
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:09 am
    The Wall Street Journal has an incendiary profile piece on the Jeffries analyst, Brian Kennedy, who predicted that Highmark CMS would cut its reimbursement rate for CardioNet’s wireless cardiac monitoring  service. CardioNet is the only public company fully focused on wireless health, which makes it a true pioneer for the emerging industry. While the aftermath that [...]

  • MedAptus brings charge capture to BlackBerry

    Brian Dolan
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:22 pm
    Boston, MA-based MedAptus announced that three versions of its transactional medical application have been extended to Blackberry devices: The company has extended its Professional Intelligent Charge Capture software, including its Practice Plus Edition, Inpatient Edition and Enterprise Edition to BlackBerry. MedAptus counts its customers in the “thousands” and they include single-specialty groups, larger multi-specialty practices and [...]

  • When will the FDA drop the gavel?

    Brian Dolan
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:40 am
    Back in February we reported that the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) had just begun its conversation with the mobile health industry and that the ways in which it would regulate this emerging industry would come out of that conversation. It’s now November and those working on wireless health are getting antsy. When will the FDA [...]

  • iPhone adapter connects old stethoscopes to apps

    Brian Dolan
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:26 am
    While it has been pushing antimicrobial cases for smartphones used in healthcare settings for the past few months, start-up RidRx’s device offering received a lot more attention: iStetho Adapter enables users to connect old stethoscopes to an iPhone or iPod Touch. The company also developed an iPhone app, iStethoscope Pro, and suggests that users look [...]

  • Gartner: Mobile health a top app for 2012

    Brian Dolan
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:37 am
    Research analyst firm Gartner put together a top ten list of mobile services for 2012 and mobile health monitoring services made the list at number five: “Consumer mobile applications and services are no longer the prerogative of mobile carriers,” Sandy Shen, research director at Gartner stated in a company release. “The increasing consumer interest in smartphones, [...]
 
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    Sutter Medical Center Castro Valley

  • Photos of the Week

    Posted by Admin3
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:11 pm
    Photos courtesy of DPR Construction The site of the new hospital is busy with activity in various zones of the upper and lower foundation, the fire road, and the new vehicle bridge that will link the existing parking garage to the main hospital campus. You can also view the full site and a time lapse of the construction by visiting our WebCam. Construction in the existing parking garage began in preparation for the new bridge linking the garage to the main campus road Drilling of the piers began on the upper pad, site of the old helicopter pad. Crews work on the concrete finish of the new…

  • Health Care Reform Welcomed and Feared

    Posted by Admin3
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:14 pm
    by George Bischalaney President & CEO, Eden Medical Center National health care reform is now apparently right around the corner. After years of discussion, and more recently, weeks of debate in the House of Representatives, legislative action is now in the hands of the Senate. If enacted, it will be the most significant health care legislation in decades. As a provider, it is both welcomed and feared. Welcomed in that it will help bring insurance to millions of people for whom it is now out of reach. In making this possible, it creates the possibility of opening doors for routine health…

  • Today’s Photo

    Posted by Admin3
    11 Nov 2009 | 3:48 pm
    Courtesy of DPR Construction Contractor for Sutter Medical Center Castro Valley Crews began drilling to install piers in the upper foundation of the site,continuing the extensive work for the new hospital’s foundation. Drilling in the upper pad

  • A Veteran’s Day Message

    Posted by Admin3
    11 Nov 2009 | 3:40 pm
    From Pat Fry, President & CEO, Sutter Health On this Veterans Day 2009, we come together as a health care system, a community and a nation to thank our veterans and their families for service to our country. We appreciate their bravery and the sacrifices made so that others may enjoy the blessings of liberty. The veterans among us are colleagues, friends, neighbors, and relatives—all of whom have served our nation in honorable ways. Across our Sutter Health family, these veterans include physicians, nurses, technicians, support staff and other professionals—some of whom have traveled…

  • Photos of the Week

    Posted by Admin3
    3 Nov 2009 | 5:32 pm
    Photos courtesy of DPR Construction. It’s been a busy week since the opening of the new helipad site on October 28. Construction continued right through the ceremony and is in full swing again this week. Here are a few highlights, with more to come! Crews complete the rebar installation and formwork in preparation of the concrete pour for the lower foundation. Installation of the fire road retaining wall. The former helipad was demolished October 29 in just three hours, giving access to the full footprint of the new building and beginning work on the rest of the foundation.
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    Diets In Review Diet Column

  • How One Woman Achieved Weight Loss Success

    GuestBlogger
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm
    Guest blogger, Suzanne Zaleski is an account manager at Six Sigma Blackbelt in Indianapolis. She is also a strong supporter of philanthropic organizations and is seeking to use her newfound love for running as a platform for charitable contributions. Over several years I gained weight by overeating and being inactive. I slept poorly, was stressed out and had headaches daily. My energy level was lower than ever. The calories I needed to feel full kept increasing and my largest sizes became snug. Finally one day I had enough. I became committed to get back in shape.  I reduced my caloric…

  • Vitamin guide from A to Zinc – Series Kick-off

    Amy
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm
    As a holistic health counselor and a relatively healthy eater (yes, I eat ice cream and can be seen eating french fries), I take supplements every day. The reason for this is because despite eating a healthy American diet, it is virtually impossible to get all the vitamins and nutrients our bodies need. In a new weekly series that will launch on Saturday, November 28th, I’m going to feature specific vitamins and provide an overview as to why you need it, what it does for your body and where you can get it. More and more people are deficient and with busy schedules you can start to feel even…

  • Prevent Holiday Weight Gain & Avoid Mindless Eating

    heather
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:43 am
    DietsInReview.com had an opportunity to take part in a webcast organized by the International Food Information Council Foundation and hosted Brian Wansink Ph.D, Director of the Cornell Food and Brand Lab and bestselling author of the eye-opening book, Mindless Eating: Why We Eat More than We Think. In 2009, the International Food Information Council Foundation conducted the fourth annual, Food & Health Survey, a analysis of Americans’ attitudes towards food, nutrition and health. Before Dr. Wansink presented us his sage advice for how to navigate our way through the food-filled…

  • Weight Loss News In Review – Week of November 15

    heather
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm
    Each week, DietsInReview.com will recap the hottest headlines in weight loss, diet and health news to keep you informed of news you can really use. Four Ways To Celebrate with Thanks Instead of Turkey   This holiday, focus on appreciating the people around you and giving to those less fortunate than you with four simple but powerful gestures. Learn about the Hungry Girl’s Healthy Holiday Tips                                                                Lisa Lillien, the colorful and creative soul behind the Hungry Girl,…

  • Online Calculator Estimates Diabetes Risk

    heather
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm
    This guest blog was written exclusively for DietsInReview.com from The American Diabetes Association, an organization that is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes in commemoration of American Diabetes Awareness Month. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives…
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    Priority Fitness

  • The Times

    Benjamin Kessel
    13 Nov 2009 | 4:57 am
    Here are links to two very insightful New York Times articles. They both focus on how the human body can endure long distance exercise and still remain injury free. Long distance exercise can become complicated when the body starts to fatigue. When muscles tire out, proper form is compromised which can lead to injury. Some people may feel that the human body isn't meant for long duration exercise because of all the harmful risks.These risks of injury can be prevented if you listen to your body. Distinguishing between the difference of joint pain and muscle pain is the first step. If your…

  • Bodies- Check'em out!!... No, seriously

    Benjamin Kessel
    29 Oct 2009 | 6:40 am
    There are two different ways you can work out these days. One way is to do your exercises and finish them as quickly as possible, which is basically just "going through the motions". The other way is to take some time, focus on each muscle moving, and understand how your body works together. This is better than just "going through the motions" because you can engage your muscles more efficiently for a better work out.I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to go to the Bodies exhibit this past weekend with a good friend of mine (also a fantastic client and triathlete). The bodies exhibit…

  • Core Muscles-- they don't just stem from abdominal crunches

    Benjamin Kessel
    23 Oct 2009 | 1:15 pm
    Plank, Side Plank, Bridges, Trunk Twists ... These are all Core Muscle exercises that engage a lot more than just your rectus abdominis . There are many muscles that require activation if you want to train your "true core". Your "true core" is comprised of various muscles such as the transverse abdominis, external obliques, internal obliques, rectus abdominis, multifidus, erector spinae, quadratus lumborum, which are surrounded by supporting muscles (psoas major, psoas minor, glutes and more). The benefits of core training exceed much more than a flat stomach or defined 6 pack. Core strength…

  • Prevent a New Year Resolution!

    Benjamin Kessel
    1 Oct 2009 | 4:44 am
    --Much apologies for the posting delay of this blog. Priority Fitness' move was a lot more demanding than expected. Thanks for waiting. Ok, enjoy!--We have all turned a corner. Summer is now over. Yeah, I said it. Some of us still may be in denial... but it's the truth. The transition from long sunny days to longer, colder nights is now in effect. It's ok. We've all been through this before. But there's a catch... We are about to hit a change in our lifestyles. As the weather gets colder, and the days become shorter, we naturally stay indoors more. Even the types of food that we eat differ.

  • The Muscles Behind the Tour de France

    Benjamin Kessel
    22 Jul 2009 | 6:35 am
    I rarely watch TV these days. I have nothing against it, I just haven't made the time to watch it. That is, until the Tour de France started this year... What an amazing example of pure (for some not always pure) athletic talent. Despite the controversy of steroids and blood doping, the use of certain muscle fiber types is represented so well. We have two main types of muscle fibers Type I (slow twitch) fibers, and Type II (fast twitch fibers). Type I fibers are used for repetitive, long endurance activity. They don't fatigue very easily and make the body seem leaner. Type II fibers are used…
 
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  • AMA House Debate on Health System Reform

    9 Nov 2009 | 12:53 pm
    House of Delegates debate on other matters appears to be stretching on. We will not begin debate of health system reform issues at 3 pm, CT. My best guess right now is 3:45 pm, but stay tuned. AMA... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • TMA Honors the Boss

    8 Nov 2009 | 9:59 pm
    Peers, old friends, coworkers, physicians, and others from the "family of medicine" gathered in Houston to celebrate Lou Goodman, the CEO and executive vice president of the Texas Medical... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • TMA EVP Lou Goodman Honored by AMA

    8 Nov 2009 | 8:40 pm
    The AMA today bestowed its Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award on Lou Goodman, PhD, the executive vice president and CEO of the Texas Medical Association. Dr. Goodman has served the TMA as... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Texans Prepare for Health System Reform Debate

    8 Nov 2009 | 8:36 pm
    Texas delegates to the American Medical Association House of Delegates Interim Meeting in Houston spent hours this morning discussing the AMA's position on health system reform and whether or how TMA... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Forum on Health System Reform - Live Coverage

    8 Nov 2009 | 8:10 pm
    AMA Forum on Health System Reformhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/bloggedarteries [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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    Safer States

  • Pregnant moms are exposed to toxic chemicals

    Safer States
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:37 pm
    The Washington Toxics Coalition yesterday released a study which is being called the first of its kind. The project tested nine pregnant women from Washington, Oregon and California for levels of toxic chemicals in their bodies, and thus being exposed to their fetuses. This study was completed in collaboration with Commonweal Biomonitoring Resource Center and the Toxic-Free Legacy Coalition. The women were tested in their second trimester of pregnancy. Every woman tested was found to have levels of bisphenol A, mercury, phthalates, and perfluorinated -- or "Teflon" -- chemicals in…

  • Million Baby Crawl Events - November 18

    Safer States
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:10 am
    A couple weeks ago, we told you about the Million Baby Crawl -- a campaign that is being sponsored by Seventh Generation in conjunction with Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families to encourage legislative change to tighten federal restrictions on toxic chemicals. This Wednesday, November 18, several events will occur nationwide in support of the Million Baby Crawl. Events will feature educational information, presentations by experts from the Safer States coalition, entertainment, and opportunities to show your support for regulation of toxic chemicals. The events are listed below -- we hope to…

  • EPA needs to look to states for reform

    Safer States
    12 Nov 2009 | 9:07 pm
    by Laurie Valeriano, Policy Director for the Washington Toxics Coalition It was a moment I had been waiting for, for over a decade as an environmental health advocate -- the day that the federal government would finally acknowledge there is something wrong when lead winds up in toys, baby bottles are made from toxic plastic, and harmful flame retardants get into breast milk. And that day finally came in September when the head of the EPA, Lisa Jackson, admitted that there are serious problems with the federal toxics law that prevents her agency from being able to protect kids and their…

  • BPA found in a wide range of food products

    Safer States
    9 Nov 2009 | 2:53 pm
    Consumer Reports Magazine released a report last week about bisphenol-A that is found in common canned products including soups, tuna and vegetables. The results showed that BPA exists in nearly every canned product, in amounts greater than outdated federal suggested guidelines. News of the Consumer Reports study moved quickly through the food community, as it affects nearly household. According to the study, "Consumers eating just one serving of the canned vegetable soup we tested would get about double what the FDA now considers typical average dietary daily exposure." It is possible to…

  • BPA tied to Behavior of Children

    Safer States
    30 Oct 2009 | 10:00 am
    A study published in Environmental Health Perspectives this month states that bisphenol-A has been linked to behavior in children who were exposed to BPA in utero: young girls display more masculine tendencies and young boys display more feminine tendencies. The study was conducted by testing BPA levels in the urine of pregnant women. The behavioral abnormalities seem to be affected by BPA level (the higher the mother’s BPA count, the larger deviation from norm was found in the children), and are most pronounced in children of women with high BPA levels during the first 16 weeks of…
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  • New Mammogram Guidelines Cause Confusion and Debate

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:25 pm
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Latest breaking news this week New mammogram guidelines set by the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) now recommends that women begin breast cancer screening every two years starting at age 50, instead of every year beginning at age 40. These new standards sent a shock wave throughout women and the medical community. The American College of Surgeons released a statement today on its website in strong support of the current American Cancer Society (ACS) screening mammography guidelines that recommend women get a mammogram every year,…

  • Questions Every Woman Should Ask Her Doctor

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:14 am
    The single most important question every woman needs to ask her doctor is “What do I need to do to be healthy,” says Robin H. Miller, MD, a board certified internist, integrative medicine specialist and co-author of  “The Smart Woman’s Guide to Midlife and Beyond”. When it comes to women’s health the three major areas that are top priority include: heart health, breast health and bone health.  It’s important to talk with your doctor or health care professional about what you need to do to stay healthy. By Robin H. Miller, MD 1. Heart Health Question to ask:…

  • Google Helps You Find Locations for H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine and Seasonal Flu Shot

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    12 Nov 2009 | 2:44 pm
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA After you had the tough task of searching for health information on the H1N1 swine flu vaccine from various media outlets; you’ve now determined that you would like to receive the H1N1 vaccine, but where do you go to get the H1N1 swine flu vaccine? Thanks to Mashable, (the world’s largest leading blog focused exclusively on Web 2.0 and Social Media news) for sharing information on how Google has launched a tool for locating providers to administer the H1N1 swine flu vaccine and the seasonal flu vaccine. Google has collaborated with the U.S. Department…

  • H1N1 Flu Vaccine Questions and Concerns Continue on Thimerosal and Pregnancy

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    9 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Information on the H1N1 swine flu vaccine continues to mount, and questions linger. In a recent post, H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine Fears Addressed – Single vs. Multi-Dose, Adjuvants, Thimerosal and More, Bruce B. Dan, MD, a specialist in infectious diseases, answered a series of questions related to the H1N1 flu vaccine. Our readers have a couple additional questions and our expert, Dr. Bruce B. Dan answers them to help alleviate your fears. Our Reader, Arly Helm writes: “To avoid confusion and controversy, thimerosal was removed from childhood vaccines.” But…

  • Yoga: It’s Cool Like Tara Stiles and It’s Great for Your Health

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    8 Nov 2009 | 8:36 am
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA [Today, I'm taking a quick break from writing on the swine flu, and I'm bringing you a post that is a little lighter and fun.  I hope you enjoy it]. Yoga for Beginners Tara Stiles Tara Stiles is so cool. I don’t know Tara Stiles, I’ve never met Tara Stiles, and I’ve never even spoken to Tara Stiles. We’ve exchanged a few emails and I guess I can call her my friend from Huffington Post where she writes too, but I have no idea who she is. She was kind enough to do a Q&A on yoga for beginners for me (see below), but other than that, I…
 
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  • Swine Flu Vaccine Can Kill

    Gramma
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:47 am
    This just in!Canada: The Killer H1N1 VaccineBy Michel ChossudovskyURL of this article: www.globalresearch.ca/index.php?context=va&aid=16192Global Research, November 20, 2009"It is a serious thing [vaccine] that has the potential to kill" according to Dr. Neil Rau, an infectious disease expert, in a CTV interview, but do not worry: "leading experts insist, the benefits of the H1N1 vaccine vastly outweigh the risks" (Swine Flu Support Center, emphasis added)A new development in the H1N1 Vaccine Saga is unfolding in Canada.Whereas health officials are pushing for an acceleration of the…

  • Cell Phones and Tumors!

    Gramma
    17 Nov 2009 | 6:10 am
    Calling in a warning - This came to me in an email. Everyone out there using cell phones a lot (most of us), get yourselves a hands-free ear piece! Have a look at what Dr. Mercola says about it here and read the 5 Ways to Help You Minimize Cell Phone Radiation Emissions: http://products.mercola.com/blue-tube-headset/A major study run by the World Health Organization found that long-term use of cell phones may present a "significantly increased risk" for brain tumors.The research included 12,800 people in 13 nations over 10 years. Six of the eight studies in the project found a link between…

  • Expert Pediatrician Exposes Vaccine Myths

    Gramma
    15 Nov 2009 | 6:55 am
    If you have children, please read this entire article. Dr. Palevsky says: “In medical school, the mentors that I had saw children in their practices in the 40s, 50s and all the way up to the 80s getting these flu-like illnesses who were properly treated with rest, fluids and proper supplementation. Those kids had developmental growth spurts after the illnesses were over. There is something to say for these viral illnesses that impart a certain boosting of the immune system of your children. And if we’re not letting them have these illnesses, what are we doing to their immune systems?

  • Effective, Non-Toxic Treatments for Cancer

    Gramma
    13 Nov 2009 | 6:06 am
    Startling information about chemo and how deadly it is. Read the entire article.Early studies at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center In New York showed that radiotherapy was deadly and that patients who received NO radiation lived longer than those who were irradiated.15Most cancer patients in this country die of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy does not eliminate breast, colon or lung cancers. The fact has been documented for over a decade.... Women with breast cancer are likely to die faster with chemotherapy than without it.”18Dr. Hardin Jones, Professor of medical physics at the University…

  • Swine Flu Comparison Table

    Gramma
    13 Nov 2009 | 6:01 am
    This is a very telling graph. Have a look. Click on it to enlarge. Now, tell me what we should be concentrating on!!Swin_Flu%20(Comparison_Table).jpg (image)Technorati Tags: Swine flu comparison, swine flu
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  • Breast Cancer and Emotions

    Rob
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:25 am
    Breast cancer makes me quite emotional. My mother and two of my sisters have had breast cancer; all were picked up with mammograms.  A good friend of ours was diagnosed in her forties with aggressive breast cancer through mammography.  She is currently doing well. I don’t like breast cancer and am definitely against women dying from it. This is my backdrop when I consider the USPTF’s latest recommendations: The USPSTF recommends against routine screening mammography in women aged 40 to 49 years. The decision to start regular, biennial screening mammography before the age of 50…

  • New Podcast Up: Attention Deficit Part 2

    Rob
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:23 am
    The ongoing saga of ADD (and sometimes H) continues on today’s podcast.  I go into more details about how to diagnose it, and the why, what, and when about treatment.  (Go HERE for the podcast, or download it on iTunes.) One point I make in the podcast is that I do think that stimulant medications are over-prescribed.  They are often used in cases so a person can “do better.”  Nearly everyone can increase focus and do better when taking stimulant drugs.  The real question when considering treatment is whether the ADD is really causing problems. I am sad that our society…

  • Bad News

    Rob
    17 Nov 2009 | 8:50 am
    It’s that part of the job that I’ve never gotten used to.  I hope I never do. I saw a man recently with an unexpected finding on his exam – a “lesion” that should not have been there.  I was seeing him for his diabetes and blood pressure, and was doing my “ritual” physical exam, when the “lesion” blared into my vision. I say “ritual” exam because the exam itself had little to do with his medical problems.  It is just my practice to do a cursory  exam of the head, neck, chest, and lungs of most everyone who comes to the office.  I guess it’s the “laying on of…

  • Golden Haikus

    Rob
    15 Nov 2009 | 2:22 pm
    Yea!! It’s the time everyone has been waiting for.  I even got a call from Oprah asking if I have chosen the winner (she’s just jealous, you know).  It’s time to give away Golden Llamas!! Not so fast.  This post won’t actually award the GLA, but instead gives you all of the haikus in their glory (you are just going to have to wait, Oprah).  I am going to award GLA’s in a separate post so I can drag this out as long as possible. Since there were a lot of them (31, to be exact), I broke the haikus down into categories.  Plus, I just like bossing around poetry.

  • Gunk and Haikus

    Rob
    12 Nov 2009 | 9:44 am
    If you got a bunch of gunk in your reader yesterday, it was because I tried a new plugin and I guess I didn’t understand it.  If you enjoyed getting all of that in your reader, then you are welcome.  Here’s a haiku to express my emotions about this: I am so sorry About the gunk I sent you Sometimes I’m a dope Speaking of haikus, the contest is coming to an end.  Submit your haikus and over the weekend I will judge them.  There are so many good entries that I am not certain how I will decide.  Here’s a haiku to express my emotions on this: Contest is Ending…
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  • Thanksgiving Week Fat Loss

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:15 pm
    Happy Thanksgiving week to my American friends.   This week, I'm giving you a new bodyweight workout program that you can do WITHOUT any equipment.   Anytime, anywhere.  Perfect for the holiday season.   Click here for the bodyweight abs workout   Plus, you'll get...   - The 300 Abs Workout (Intermediate level) - Surprising research on how money can motivate you to transform your

  • Bodyweight Workout & Simple Nutrition Tip

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:32 pm
    Had dinner with a good buddy of mine last night and he said, like most people, that he was getting way off track with his nutrition on the weekend... ...so make sure you plan ahead to have the right food available for meal times, plan out your "cheat/reward" meals, and remember this: The harsh TRUTH is... "If its in your house, you're going to eat it." So get rid of the junk, and don't let

  • Get Lean and Jacked Workout B

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:18 am
    I love putting together the TT Meathead programs and here's:Get Lean and Jacked Workout BIf you get bored following traditional workouts, but hate to sacrifice results just for the sake of variety, then this is one workout you will want to follow. In this workout you will use kettlebells, bodyweight, and barbells fused together into supersets and circuits to deliver a super fast and ultra

  • Bodyweight Workout & Filming

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:22 pm
    Last around midnight we finished up 3 hours of filming the beginner portion of the Turbulence Training Express workouts...3 more hours tonight...dang! We'll be filming the advanced portion. I earned my cashew butter and blueberry sandwich on flax bread midnight snack. Earlier today, I had a blender drink: 1 banana, blueberries, raspberries, almond milk, pumpkin seed butter, walnuts, spinach.

  • Nutrition Challenge

    Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:49 am
    Just did a short interval training workout outside in the fresh fall air. having a bowl of dorset cereals "nutty muesli" with almond milk. Big TT filming session tonight - putting together the December workout of the month - a 15-minute workout program (beginner and advanced versions). Earlier today I had a big salad: spinach, onion, orange and green peppers, broccoli, salsa, tomato, avocado and
 
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  • Pecan Allergy Alert: Fresh & Easy

    Ruth Smith
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:06 pm
    PECAN ALLERGY ALERT November 20, 2009 Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market is recalling fresh&easy™ “Pumpkin Cheesecake Pies” due to undeclared pecan. The product was sold in Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market stores in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The “Pumpkin Cheesecake Pies” with UPC 5051379033712 and “Enjoy by” date of NOV 21 have the “Pumpkin Pie” labels with UPC 5051379008628. Consumers may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call (800) 648-8622. Pecan Allergy Alert: Fresh &…

  • Multiple Food Allergy Alert: Nassau Candy

    Ruth Smith
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:47 am
    ALMOND, MILK, AND SOY ALLERGY ALERT November 19, 2009 Nassau Candy Distributors is recalling “Tasty Dish Snack Tub: Chocolate Almonds,” “Tasty Dish Snack Tub: Chocolate Raisin,” and “Tasty Dish Snack Tub: Sour Neon Worms” due to undeclared almonds, milk, and soy. The products were distributed through Bed Bath & Beyond retail stores nationwide. The 9.75-oz. Chocolate Almonds with SKU 16915300, UPC 444444564610, the 11-oz. Chocolate Raisins with SKU 16915335, UPC 444444564627, and the 9.5-oz. Sour Neon Worms with SKU 16915289, UPC 444444564603 all have a 4” clear film safety…

  • Multiple Food Allergy Alert: Snacks on Racks Inc.

    Ruth Smith
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:44 am
    EGG, MILK, PEANUT, SOY, TREE NUT, AND WHEAT ALLERGY ALERT November 18, 2009 Snacks on Racks Inc., is recalling “Gourmet Snack Packs” due to undeclared egg, milk, peanut, soy, tree nut, and wheat. The product was distributed nationwide to hospitals, colleges, universities, corporate cafeterias, and kiosks. The clear plastic containers are not marked with any codes, expiration dates or UPC. Consumers may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may call (816) 505-9131 or visit www.snacksonracks.com. The recalled products are: Roasted No Salt…

  • Peanut Free Planet

    Ruth Smith
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:20 am
    Site Supporter Website: http://www.peanutfreeplanet.com Site Description: Peanut Free Planet is an online retailer serving the food allergic community. We have products that meet the needs for peanut free, tree nut free, egg free, milk free and gluten free, along with many other food allergies and intolerances. City/Location: Noblesville State/Province: Indiana Zip/Postal Code: 46060 Country: USA Phone Number: 317-910-2335 http://twitter.com/freelings Peanut Free Planet is a post from: Best Allergy Sites Technorati Tags: online store, peanut allergy, peanut free food, tree nut allergy, tree…

  • Go Dairy Free Cookbook

    Ruth Smith
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:06 pm
    Alisa Fleming of Go Dairy Free is giving away one of her cookbooks (today only) over at the One Frugal Foodie website. Click on Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for a chance to win! Good luck! Go Dairy Free Cookbook is a post from: Best Allergy Sites Technorati Tags: Alisa Fleming, dairy allergy, go dairy free, one frugal foodie
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  • Psychotherapy: Art or Science?

    Laura L. Smith, Ph.D.
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:40 am
    In recent weeks, several articles have appeared previewing the work to be published in November’s Psychological Science in the Public Interest. In this article, the authors allege that the majority of psychotherapists fail to use empirically validated treatments. Furthermore they suggest that millions of people are getting therapy based on the personal theories of their therapists rather than on the substantial research studies that support specific types of therapy for specific problems. Many of the strategies that the authors refer to are based on the premises of cognitive and…

  • When Dummies Get Together

    Charles H. Elliott, Ph.D.
    9 Nov 2009 | 10:12 am
    To our regular blog readers: Forgive us for indulging in some stray musings today. We’re hanging out in the San Francisco airport waiting for our flight back home to New Mexico, reflecting on the unique conference that just wrapped up. Actually, it was an unconference, meaning that it was designed to be interactive and collaborative rather than a series of lectures. In addition, the participants were all proud to call themselves Dummies. That’s because we all have written one or more books in the For Dummies series. What an interesting collection of people! The authors came…

  • Beyond Mindfulness

    Charles H. Elliott, Ph.D.
    3 Nov 2009 | 8:53 am
    My wife, Dr. Smith, and I are big fans of mindfulness approaches to therapy and we’ve included discussions of mindfulness in most of our self help books within the For Dummies series (including Borderline Personality Disorder For Dummies). In brief, Mindfulness is typically described as involving focused attention on experiences in the present moment as well as acceptance and openness to whatever the present entails. Experiences are observed and noticed rather than evaluated and judged. A real advantage of taking a Mindful approach to experience is that relatively few present moment…

  • OCD: Feeling, Thinking, Doing

    Laura L. Smith, Ph.D.
    2 Nov 2009 | 8:09 am
    Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. For the vast majority of people with OCD, the feeling of anxiety is prominent. A man with OCD might have an obsessive thought that a doorknob is contaminated and the thought of touching the doorknob causes him great distress. He takes a spray bottle of disinfectant and sprays the doorknob and his anxiety decreases. That momentary relief feels pretty good, until the next doorknob appears. The pattern repeats-an obsessive thought, an overestimation of danger or risk, increased anxiety, a compulsive action, and then…

  • Should You Stay With Someone Who Has Borderline Personality Disorder?

    Charles H. Elliott, Ph.D.
    22 Oct 2009 | 7:51 am
    People sometimes ask us if they should stay with a partner who has Borderline Personality Disorder. They tell us that their loved one can flip from wonderful to horrible in a split second. They wonder whether they should keep working on the relationship or abandon ship. We tell those asking this question that people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) indeed engage in a wide variety of behaviors and states of mind. Not surprisingly, people who care about those who have BPD often ask which of these various states represent the “real” person–the difficult states or the…
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  • Breast cancer advice from U.S. Preventive Services Task Force

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    Keep a canary between your breasts; should the canary die, contact a physician immediatelyExercise regularly so that the cancer will give up on you and go after slower, weaker women insteadLet the girls out for a breather every so oftenWear shirts that make you and others think positive things about your breastsEdit the Wikipedia page for breast cancer and write a sentence about how you'll never get itAvoid exposing your breasts in the immediate vicinity of a nuclear power plantConsult some weird old Japanese lady and drink whatever nasty crap she advisesWhile in the shower, rub your breasts…

  • Women under 50 don't need mammograms

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    If you are a young breast cancer survivor and haven't seen this yet I want you to get a tissue before you watch this. This is powerful and should be sent to any person who thinks that women should not get mammograms before age 50.Make video montages at www.OneTrueMedia.com

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  • New Rules for people with breasts

    19 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    I've been trying to write a post about the new mammogram guidelines but I can't seem to strike the tone that I think you expect from this blog. I thought if I gave myself some time hours I'd be able to get some perspective but the opposite is happening. As I look at the crap that has been recommended I become more and more upset.So, here's what I have learned. There is no point in doing breast self exams and there is no point in getting a mammogram before age 50. Wait, you say, they are just saying no screening mammograms. But see ladies, if you don't do a self exam you are less likely to…

  • After Cancer Housekeeping

    18 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    Just like everyone else this time of year gets a little crazy in our home. Between Thanksgiving, my darling daughter's 5th birthday and Christmas things get a little hairy. My husband works for the postal service and that's like being married to an accountant at tax time.That's my way of saying that I may not be posting daily as I usually do. After the new year I am planning to sit down with someone to work on the design of my site so you may notice some changes, hopefully for the better.With the insecurity that exists in my work there will continue to be advertising. I'll do my best to keep…
 
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  • IBM Drops Co-Pays for PCP Visits

    admin
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:02 am
    IBM, one of largest employers in the nation, has decided to waive the $20 co-payments it had charged company-insured employees for visits to their primary care physicians. Big Blue believes the move can cut its health costs by encouraging people to see their PCPs more frequently which should result in earlier diagnoses and reductions in the number of visits to specialists and ERs. Randy MacDonald, IBM’s Sr. VP for Human Resources, said the move “is designed to encourage people to get fixed early…we’d rather diagnose a situation and deal with it quickly as opposed to it…

  • Can Statins Help Fight Seasonal Flu?

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    Physicians have quipped for years that HMG CoA Reductase inhibitors—the cholesterol-busters better known as “statins,” ought to be put in the nation’s drinking water. After all, they have an excellent safety profile, profoundly beneficial effects on serum cholesterol and cardiovascular mortality, and may even work against sepsis and prostate cancer. The quip is likely to be heard even more nowadays, because a study by Meredith VanderMeer and colleagues from the Oregon Department of Public Health has shown that patients who were hospitalized for seasonal (not H1N1) flu–and who…

  • Antipsychotics and Weight Gain in Kids

    admin
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:03 am
    When the so-called “atypical antipsychotic” drugs hit the market 15 years ago, psychiatrists and PCPs began prescribing them like crazy for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. They were motivated the poor side-effect profile of previously available drugs, and encouraged by relentless and occasionally unscrupulous marketing campaigns promulgated by drug makers and paid clinical spokespeople. Last year, the drugs generated $14.6 billion in US sales alone, according to IMS Health. Unfortunately, the newer drugs proved to be, at best, marginally more effective than their older, cheaper…

  • JAMA Flies Solo on Disclosure

    admin
    17 Nov 2009 | 3:06 am
    In July, 2005, the prestigious Journal of the American Medical Association began requiring that all write-ups of research that had been funded by private sector sources must undergo separate statistical reviews before being accepted for publication. Oddly, no other first-tier journal followed suit. Benjamin Djulbegovic of the University of South Florida decided to see whether the unilateral move impacted the types of trials published in top medical peer-reviewed journals. Lo and behold, it did! In a presentation at last month’s Peer Review Congress, Djulbegovic showed a significant drop…

  • Furor over AIDS Vaccine Claims

    admin
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:00 am
    When Thai and US Army scientists announced last month that their experimental HIV vaccine reduced the risk of contracting the disease by 31%, it caused quite a stir. After all, every one of the 100 or so previous HIV vaccine trials over the last 20 years had failed completely. Alas, a second analysis of the $105 million study that was released weeks after the announcement suggests the apparent, moderate benefit may have been caused by a statistical fluke. Worse yet, it turns out that the results of the second analysis were available to the scientists when they announced their original…
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  • How Can Harry Reid Keep a Straight Face Telling Us His Health Bill Will Reduce the Deficit?

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:57 am
    The accounting gimmickry in Harry Reid’s Senate health bill is astounding even by Capitol Hill standards.Reid says his bill will cost $850 billion and reduce the deficit by $130 billion—all over ten years.Based upon the outline Reid gave the CBO that could well be right. But let’s look at it further:Reid delays most of the spending in the bill to 2014—a year longer than in the House. More

  • Why Isn't the Press Talking About Affordability--For "Ordinary Folks"?

    17 Nov 2009 | 4:44 am
    I thought Trudy Lieberman hit the nail on the head in a post she did yesterday at the Columbia Journalism Review entitled, "Missing Persons--How Will Reform Affect Ordinary Folks." Here is a small part of it:The media have talked about affordability mostly in the context of whether the country can afford reform, not whether individuals can afford it. It’s easier for a reporter to write about

  • The Outlook for a Health Care Bill in 2009

    16 Nov 2009 | 11:45 am
    Readers of this blog know of my yearlong pessimism over our getting a trillion dollar health care bill in 2009.With the historic passage of the House bill, are we now on our way to a big health care bill in 2009—or even by early 2010?Clearly, Democrats desperately want to pass a bill. Given their compromise over abortion and the neutering of the public option in the House legislation—things most

  • The End of the "Robust" Public Option and the Potential for "Robust" Cost Containment?

    13 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am
    Two things happened this week that in tandem have the potential to lead to a compromise over a health care bill.First, there are unconfirmed reports that Senate Majority Leader Reid is leaning toward offering the neutered version of the public option like that in the House--not tied to Medicare rates, providers not required to participate, and provider reimbursement rates negotiated.The second

  • The Best Health Care Idea All Year

    11 Nov 2009 | 4:56 am
    Out of almost nowhere has come momentum for a proposal to create a bipartisan entitlement and tax commission to draft proposals to control the long-term costs of Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. The idea would require the Congress to quickly vote the recommendations up or down via a super majority vote.The idea isn't new--proposals for a such a commission have been around for a
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  • Health Care Social Media Legal Issues and Strategy Webinar

    David Harlow
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:18 am
    Today's HIPAA and Your Social Media Strategy webinar, which I presented together with Jamie Verkamp of (e)Merge, was a success.  We had a good turnout, interesting questions and engaging discussion.  Here is a version of the slide deck I used today, complete with links to other useful resources here at HealthBlawg and elsewhere on the web. Social Media In Health Care Legal IssuesView more presentations from DavidHarlow. Jamie and I will be repeating this webinar in two weeks, on December 2 , at 1:00 p.m. Eastern, 12:00 Central.  If you missed it the first time around, or would like to…

  • An ounce of prevention

    David Harlow
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:55 am
    Today's Boston Globe reports on a feature of the Massachusetts universal health care law that may be replicated at the national level: MassHealth -- the Massachusetts Medicaid program -- has been covering the costs for smoking cessation counseling and medications for eligible enrollees. Using the data available, researchers were able to associate the roll-out of these services with a significant drop in smoking rates -- a drop not seen among the small percentage of Bay Staters who remain uninsured. Not only that, but there are cost savings involved.  Fewer health care services are required…

  • Son of HIPAA Breach Notification Rules and Business Associate Requirements: Who's Ready?

    David Harlow
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:23 pm
    HIMMS Analytics surveyed about 250 hospital and business associate representatives, and came up with some figures to back up what we all knew in our hearts:  Most hospitals are gearing up for compliance with the HITECH Act / Son of HIPAA data security and breach notification requirements, but many experience data breaches -- about half of hospitals surveyed in the past year -- and business associates lag behind hospital in awareness and preparedness for compliance with new business associate requirements.Check out the full report on the HITECH Act's impact on privacy and security, and check…

  • Social Media Session at Oklahoma Hospital Association Annual Meeting

    David Harlow
    12 Nov 2009 | 9:08 pm
    Yesterday I had the pleasure of sharing the podium -- at least virtually -- at the Oklahoma Hospital Association's annual meeting with two leaders in the health care social media sphere, Ed Bennett of the University of Maryland Medical System and Lee Aase of the Mayo Clinic, for a program on health care social media presented by the Public Relations and Marketing Society of the OHA.  Our host, Brenda Finkle, and others, livetweeted the session.  Here for your perusal are our presentations.Presentation at the Oklahoma Hospital AssociationView more presentations from Ed Bennett. Oklahoma…

  • Son of HIPAA Breach Notification Rules

    David Harlow
    11 Nov 2009 | 10:52 am
    Health care providers: If your patient records aren't already stored digitally, they are likely to be digitized soon. There is a tremendous push by the federal government -- as well as by some private payors and self-insured employers -- to get all health care providers wired in the near future, in order to better coordinate patient care, improve outcomes, and "bend the cost curve" all at the same time. There are some financial incentives in play to achieving "meaningful use" of "certified" EHR systems; those terms are to be defined in federal regulations later this year, but the outlines of…
 
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  • Just What the Doctor Ordered...

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm
    Via RedState:

  • Indian Insurance

    20 Nov 2009 | 10:21 am
    The more time the House and Senate bills spend in the light of day, the more insidious they become. Pages 264 - 265 tell us that Indians whose income is below 300% of the FPL will receive free health care.My wife has some Cherokee in her ancestry if you go back far enough. Suppose she can qualify?Page 443 of the bill substitutes "legal residents" with the language "those lawfully residing in the United States."What is that all about?Page 369 of the bill protects workers from retribution if they complain that their employer is not providing health insurance benefits.If you are an Indian does…

  • Paging Dr. Facebook

    20 Nov 2009 | 8:27 am
    Nathalie Blanchard is on medical leave after being diagnosed with major depression. She is collecting monthly sick leave benefits from Manulife. This was not a problem until she decided to take a trip and post some pics on Facebook.When Blanchard called Manulife, the company said that "I'm available to work, because of Facebook," she told CBC News this week.She said her insurance agent described several pictures Blanchard posted on the popular social networking site, including ones showing her having a good time at a Chippendales bar show, at her birthday party and on a sun holiday —…

  • Stupid Government Tricks - Senate Edition

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:57 am
    The folks at The Heritage Foundation have nailed it in today's Morning Bell. This should be required reading of anyone, ESPECIALLY those who will be called to vote on the legislation.Excerpt . . .Last Saturday night Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) forced through a vote on her 2,032 page health care bill only a few days after releasing it to the public. Now Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) is poised for another Saturday night cram down, forcing a Senate cloture vote mere days before his 2,074 page bill was given to Senators. Yet again, Congress will be forced to vote on a bill that none of…

  • Stupid Carrier Tricks: Anthem Renewal Edition

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    One of my groups recently received their annual Anthem renewal. They've been with that carrier for several years, absorbing a number of rate increases because, based on demographics and health, it still beat the new business offers from the other carriers. This time, though, Anthem threw in a little twist, one which I inadvertently missed for a bit.Generally, a renewal quote will include a recap of the current plan design and premium, and the new rates for that plan design. This is standard, and well-accepted. Where a particular plan design is no longer offered, the closest "new" design is…
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    Health Business Blog

  • Why not lower the recommended mammogram age to 30? or 20?

    David E. Williams of the Health business blog
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:35 pm
    The controversy over the recent mammogram screening recommendation from the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) is quite interesting. The pieces of the recommendations that have generated the most controversy are as follows: The USPSTF recommends against routine screening mammography in women aged 40 to 49 years. The decision to start regular, biennial screening mammography before the age of 50 years should be an individual one and take patient context into account, including the patient’s values regarding specific benefits and harms. The USPSTF recommends biennial…

  • A conversation with Practice Fusion CEO Ryan Howard

    David E. Williams of the Health business blog
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:01 pm
    In May I interviewed Ryan Howard, CEO of Practice Fusion, a free web-based electronic health record (EHR). A lot has happened in the EHR world since then so I thought I’d check back in. (This interview was conducted via email.) David Williams: How are things progressing at Practice Fusion since our last discussion six months ago? Ryan Howard: Practice Fusion has grown significantly in the past six months. We brought on Salesforce.com as an investor, partnered with BioReference and Quest Diagnostics, passed the 22,000 user milestone and are in the process of launching our Patient Health…

  • Pharmacogenomics: Podcast interview with Medco’s Felix Frueh (transcript)

    David E. Williams of the Health business blog
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:43 am
    This is the transcript of yesterday’s podcast interview with Medco’s Felix Frueh. David Williams: This is David Williams, co-founder of MedPharma Partners and author of the Health Business Blog.  I’m speaking today with Felix Frueh.  He is VP of Personalized Medicine Research and Development at Medco Health Solutions.  Felix, thanks for speaking with me today. Felix Frueh: Thank you for having me. Williams: Felix, we’ll talk about pharmacogenomics today. So first what is pharmacogenomics? Frueh: Pharmacogenomics in the broadest sense is the science of looking at your…

  • Grand Rounds is up at Colorado Insurance Insider

    David E. Williams of the Health business blog
    17 Nov 2009 | 4:43 am
    Check out the latest edition of Grand Rounds at Colorado Health Insurance Insider. Share

  • Pharmacogenomics: Podcast interview with Medco’s Felix Frueh

    David E. Williams of the Health business blog
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:44 pm
    Medco Health Solutions and the American Medical Association sponsored a survey of 10,000 physicians in the US regarding pharmacogenomics (PGx). Almost all physicians think genetics play an important role in how patients respond to a drug, yet only 13 percent had ordered these tests for their patients. Better informed physicians were more likely to order the tests than others. In this podcast interview with Felix Frueh, vice president of personalized medicine research and development at Medco, we discuss the varying definitions of PGx, how the tests are being used today and how that’s…
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  • Time for Public Health Video Announcements for Cell Phones

    19 Nov 2009 | 7:02 pm
    What a great idea.It may already be out there, but a colleague of the Disease Management Care Blog pointed out that it's only a matter of time until video (for example) functionality becomes a routine feature of all cell phones. What's more, based on usage, the phone companies will be able to identify individual preferences and interests. Companies are undoubtedly gearing up for this and are preparing to 'push' their brands on an unsuspecting public by channeling specific individualized content to the end-user. It will be hated by consumers. It will also be very successful.Why not, she asks,…

  • Another Media Failure Over A Questionable Study: Medicare Associated With Increased Trauma Deaths? No Better Than NOT Having Insurance?

    18 Nov 2009 | 5:42 pm
    Did you know that Americans with Medicare health insurance have a higher adjusted mortality rate from trauma compared to persons with commercial insurance?The Disease Management Care Blog explains.According to numerous news outlets such as ABC News, MSNBC, the Huffington Post and Reuters, a study's been published that shows that not being insured at the time of hospitalization for trauma leads to a higher death rate. Adding to the drumbeat of liberal dismay over lives lost for lack of a public option, this research by Rosen and colleagues, published in the prestigious Archives of Surgery,…

  • Obesity: Are We Dealing With A Growing Addiction? Implications for Population Health Management Strategies

    17 Nov 2009 | 2:51 pm
    The Disease Management Care Blog welcomes Rose Maljanian, who is President & CEO of Strategic Health Equations, LLC. She has 25 years of health care experience and has served in senior leadership roles in managed care, specialty care management and health delivery systemsBy Rose MaljanianToday, yet another important and credible set of data from America’s Health Rankings have been released. It is telling us that obesity is on the rise and that the costs and health implications associated with it will devastate the financial viability of the US health system as we know it. The Urban…

  • Atlasians vs. Cooperites: Poverty and the Dartmouth Atlas

    16 Nov 2009 | 3:16 pm
    Dr. Richard Cooper continues to generate controversy on the Kaiser Health News site and in the latest issue of Managed Care Magazine. Of course, regular readers of the Disease Management Care Blog are unsurprised, because they were given a heads up about this tempest in a theoretical teacup, this duel of dons, this locking of learned horns, this wrestling of wonks months ago.The DMCB efficiently explains.The Dartmouth Atlas folks are holding firm to their assertion that regional variations in Medicare spending cannot be explained by demographic factors or the regional burden of illness. Since…

  • Informed Refusal: The Doctor Told Me To Come Back When I Had Health Insurance

    15 Nov 2009 | 4:32 pm
    You're probably familiar with this unlikely and oft-quoted scenario. Patient with disease sees doctor, who peforms a wallet biopsy. After determining the hapless sap is unlikely to pay for the needed medical diagnostic procedure or treatment, the doctor says 'come back when you have health insurance.'At least that's what the media says.The Disease Management Care Blog thinks the reality is far more complex:Doctor: 'How can I help you?'Patient: 'I saw blood in my [insert name of body fluid] .'Doctor: 'You're going to need additional testing.'Patient: I don't have health insurance, so how much…
 
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  • Medicare Extends PHR Pilot — Big Mistake!

    Vince Kuraitis
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:09 pm
    Medicare announced today that it is extending its Personal Health Record (PHR) pilot project for residents of Utah and Arizona. This is a waste of time and taxpayer dollars. Those of you who read my blog know that I’m a big fan of PHRs, but you have to know when you’re backing the wrong approach. What’s wrong with this pilot project? A lot: (more…) Tags: business model, EHRs/PHRs, HIE, Medicare, platform

  • Feedback Rolls in on Halamka’s New Stance on Standards: Cats Pissed, Dogs Thrilled

    Vince Kuraitis
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:05 am
    Continuing his stunning reversal of long held perspectives, Dr. John Halamka’s blog post today suggests Guiding Principles for HIT Standards Committee: Keep it simple; think big, but start small; recommend standards as minimal as possible to support the business goal and then build as you go Don’t let “perfect” be the enemy of “good enough”; go for the 80% that everyone can agree on; get everyone to send the basics (medications, problem list, allergies, labs) before focusing on the more obscure Keep the implementation cost as low as possible; eliminate any royalties or other…

  • The Real Secret Sauce of Medicare’s Participation in Regional Collaboratives — Network Effects

    Vince Kuraitis
    17 Nov 2009 | 4:53 pm
    Last week I asked whether Medicare’s Biggest Change in 40 Years is on the horizon. That post described and discussed implications of Medicare’s new direction for the medical home — the shelving of Medicare Medical Home Demonstration (MMHD) and the refocusing on the recently announced Multi-Payer Advanced Primary Care Initiative (MAPCI). In that post I touched briefly on the potential for MAPCI to create effective networks at multiple levels — contracting networks, health IT networks, social and collaborative care networks.  I’d like to expand a bit today… So, why is…

  • Dr. Blumenthal, I Mistakenly Received Your Email Intended for Judy Faulkner, CEO, Epic

    Vince Kuraitis
    12 Nov 2009 | 4:58 pm
    David Blumenthal, M.D., M.P.P. National Coordinator for Health Information Technology U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Dear Dr. Blumenthal, I was honored to receive a personal email from you today. However, after reading it, I conclude that you must have intended to send this email to Judith Faulkner, CEO of Epic Systems. I really liked what you said about working toward interoperability: The HITECH Act calls for the “development of a nationwide health information technology infrastructure that allows for the electronic use and exchange of information and…

  • Three Years Of Medical Home Demonstration Preparation Down the Drain?

    Vince Kuraitis
    12 Nov 2009 | 7:45 am
    Do you remember the scene in the movie Animal House where Bluto Blutarski laments “…seven years of college education down the drain?” Why aren’t primary care physicians expressing similar laments about  the shelving of the MMHD (Medicare Medical Home Demonstration) in favor of the MAPCI (Multi-Payer Advanced Primary Care Initiative). My colleague Jaan Sidorov, MD and I pick up on no signs of discontent.  Read our essay “Three Years of Medical Home Demonstration Preparation Down the Drain?” on Dr. Sidorov’s blog. Article Series - Medicare's New Direction for the Medical…
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  • An Office Visit In France

    Louise
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:55 am
    The Healthcare Economist’s Jason Shafrin has written an interesting article about how the French healthcare system utilizes hyperbolic discounting in order to avoid moral hazard.  Basically, their system requires the patient to pay up front for a visit to the doctor, but then health insurance reimburses the patient 70% of the cost.  This has two advantages over a system like ours which only requires the patient to pay their copay at the time of service.  First, it conveys the value of the visit.  Here in the US, people who have health insurance with copays for office visit are often…

  • Addressing The Problem Of Cost

    Louise
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:38 pm
    Ezra Klein recently interviewed George Halvorson, Chairman and CEO of Kaiser Permanente (which operates our largest HMO here in Colorado).  Both the questions and answers were insightful and on target in terms of addressing the cost conundrum that is so often glossed-over in the health care reform debate. Mr. Halvorson pointed out that while many developed countries have some form of private health insurance, they also have medical fee schedules that are set by the government and are far lower than average costs for the same procedures in the US.  When average fees for various medical…

  • Grand Rounds Vol. 6 No. 8

    Louise
    16 Nov 2009 | 10:01 pm
    Welcome to Grand Rounds.  With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, we thought we’d get you in the spirit by highlighting articles that involve thankfulness and gratitude. How To Cope With Pain brings us a truly amazing video.  It’s a reminder to be thankful for all that we have, and for the things in life (like this video) that inspire us.  It’s well worth the five minutes it takes to watch it. Amy Tenderich of Diabetes Mine shares a “would you rather…?” moment from her 9-year old daughter.  It’s a poignant reminder, seen through the eyes of a…

  • Health Wonk Review

    Louise
    11 Nov 2009 | 11:58 pm
    Welcome to the Health Wonk Review.  2009 has been an exciting year for health care reform, and last Saturday’s passage of HR3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, has given us plenty to talk about.  For anyone who hasn’t kept up on the details of the House reform bill, I want to start things off with a four-part series from Tim Jost, who holds the Robert L Willett Family Professorship of Law at the Washington and Lee University School of Law.  His articles were published at Health Affairs Blog, and amount to an excellent primer, written in plain English, for people…

  • Accepting Grand Rounds Submissions

    Louise
    11 Nov 2009 | 9:31 am
    We will be hosting Grand Rounds, the weekly collection of great health and medical blogging, on Tuesday, November 17th. Please send me your article to louise (at) healthinsurancecolorado (dot) net, indicating Grand Rounds in the subject. Please do so before midnight on Sunday, November 15th, mountain time. Optional theme, because of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, will be articles about something you’re thankful for. The theme is optional. Grand Rounds will include all other important topics you write about. Looking forward a thankful edition!
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  • Links: California Edition

    Jason Shafrin
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:35 pm
    California’s PPO report card. A tax increase by any other name: California taxpayer’s compulsory interest-free loan to the state. Confusion: Los Angeles marijuana dispensaries face a federal ban, California medical marijuana laws, and now possible city ordinances. 32% fee increase for the University of California system. California hospital prices increased 10.6% per year for private pay patients.

  • Quotation of the Day: The curious task of economics

    Jason Shafrin
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:20 am
    “The curious task of economics is to demonstrate to men how little they know about what they imagine they can design.” F. A. Hayek, The Fatal Conceit.

  • Universal Laws of Health Care Systems

    Jason Shafrin
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:39 pm
    Economist Tsung-Mei Cheng has developed three Universal Laws of Health Care Systems.  These are: No matter how good the health care in a particular country, people will complain about it. No matter how much money is spent on health care, the doctors and hospitals will argue it is not enough. The last reform always failed. Source: The Healing of America, p. 26-27.

  • Cavalcade of Risk #92: Q&A Edition

    Jason Shafrin
    18 Nov 2009 | 5:24 am
    Life is full of questions: What is the meaning of life? Which company will become the next Google? Is getting rid of medical underwriting the right thing to do? Should you risk choosing a business name that can be confused with a cuss word? This blog carnival answers some of these questions [3, 4] and more, on the Q&A edition of the always informative Cavalcade of Risk. HEALTH Is getting rid of medical underwriting is the right thing to do? Louise of Colorado Health Insurance Insider says yes, but not if people can come and go as they please in the insurance system. What do double decker…

  • The Least Healthy States

    Jason Shafrin
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:24 pm
    America’s Health Ratings 2009 report ranks states according to overall healthiness.  Mississippi is the least healthy state and Vermont is the healthiest state.  The ranking methodology is available here. The following states are the least healthy (starting with the least healthy): Mississippi Oklahoma Alabama Louisiana South Carolina Nevada Tennessee Georgia West Virginia Kentucky The following states are the most healthy: Vermont Utah Massachusetts Hawaii New Hampshire Minnesota Connecticut Colorado Maine Rhode Island
 
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  • Housekeepers, Revisited

    Jon Coppelman
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:57 am
    Back in September we blogged the mass layoffs of housekeepers at the Hyatt Hotels in Boston. After unknowingly training their replacements, long-term employees were laid off, their jobs taken over by employees of a temp firm called Hospitality Staffing Solutions (HSS). Given the the low wages and marginal benefits offered the replacement workers, this solution was lacking in hospitality, to...

  • State Rankings: Why is Massachusetts at the Top?

    Tom Lynch
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:15 am
    Recently, in one of his Risk & Insurance columns, our friend and colleague, Peter Rousmaniere, wrote a piece examining workers’ compensation costs and benefits among the various states. There are a few organizations that do this annually. In my opinion, the most scholarly work is done by The National Academy of Social Insurance. However, the Academy, created in 1997 after...

  • Cavalcade of Risk: Short and Sweet

    Jon Coppelman
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:13 am
    Jason Shafrin of Healthcare Economist has posted the latest edition of Cavalcade of Risk. It's a pungent mix of interesting items and well worth a few minutes of your time. Readers will be rewarded with a nice precis on the nature and predictability of risk, along with the story of an English company called the French Connection, which achieved notoriety...

  • Workers Comp Insider Wins Top National Blog Award

    Tom Lynch
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    Well, bust our balloons and call us surprised! We learned yesterday that the Lexis Nexis Workers’ Compensation Law Center has honored the Workers Comp Insider with the award of Top National Workers’ Compensation blog of 2009. With so many excellent blogs being written now, we’re proud and humbled at the same time. When we created the Insider in September 2003,...

  • The Geography of Health: US vs. Them

    Tom Lynch
    16 Nov 2009 | 8:36 am
    Given the discouraging and often appalling level of debate on health insurance in America, it was refreshing to view the PBS Frontline broadcast “Sick Around the World,” a documentary that dispassionately analyzed different health care systems from five developed countries: Britain, Japan, Germany, Taiwan and Switzerland. The program originally aired during the presidential campaign of 2008, but, given the current...
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  • Call for Papers: Disability History (UK)

    Daniel Goldberg
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:34 am
    Disability History Conference 2010 Disability History: looking forward to a better past?June 25th - 27th, 2010 University of Central LancashirePreston, UK Plenary Speakers: Professor Catherine J Kudlick, University of California, Davis Professor Tom Shakespeare, University of Newcastle Disability history has emerged in recent years as an increasingly popular sub-discipline of historical research, covering social, cultural, medical, practical, gendered, technological and linguistic aspects of the lives of those seen by society as having ‘disabled’ bodies and minds. The Disability History…

  • On Eugenics, Castration of Dwarfs, and Consent

    Daniel Goldberg
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:42 am
    Paul Lombardo (Georgia State - Law) has uploaded a new paper to SSRN entitled Tracking Chromosomes, Castrating Dwarves: Uninformed Consent and Eugenic Research (full-text download available).  Here is the Abstract: In 1929 Charles B. Davenport, a prominent biologist and leader in the American eugenics movement, carried out an experimental castration of a "Mongoloid dwarf" at a New York State mental institution. His goal was to retrieve tissue for chromosomal analysis in an attempt to understand the basis of syndromal mental retardation. Davenport was assisted in the…

  • On Models of Causation in Epidemiology

    Daniel Goldberg
    17 Nov 2009 | 9:35 am
    Alex Broadbent (History and Philosophy of Science, Univ. Cambridge) has a fascinating new article out in Studies in History and Philosophy of Science Part C: Studies in History and Philosophy of Biological and Biomedical Sciences.  The title is Causation and Models of Disease in Epidemiology.  Here is the Abstract: Nineteenth-century medical advances were entwined with a conceptual innovation: the idea that many cases of disease which were previously thought to have diverse causes could be explained by the action of a single kind of cause, for example a certain bacterial or…

  • Call for Proposals: Health, Embodiment, and Visual Culture: Engaging Publics and Pedagogies

    Daniel Goldberg
    15 Nov 2009 | 8:40 pm
    CALL FOR PROPOSALSConference: “Health, Embodiment, and Visual Culture: Engaging Publics and Pedagogies” November 19-20, 2010McMaster UniversityHamilton, Ontario, Canada Conference Co-Chairs:Sarah Brophy, Associate Professor, Department of English and Cultural Studies, McMaster UniversityJanice Hladki, Associate Professor, School of the Arts, McMaster University DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: January 15, 2010 CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION:This interdisciplinary conference seeks to explore how visual cultural practices image and imagine unruly bodies and, in so doing, respond to Patricia…

  • Conference: Drugs, Standards, & Chronic Illness

    Daniel Goldberg
    9 Nov 2009 | 10:45 am
    The Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine at the University of Manchester is holding a two-day conference on 27-28 November, 2009, on Drugs, Standards, & Chronic Illness.  The lineup of speakers and topics is truly awe-inspiring for anyone even remotely interested in the topic (which should be virtually everyone who reads this blog!). The program is available in HTML here, and as a PDF here (h/t H-SCI-MED-TECH)
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  • More on Mammograms--and Conservative Opposition to “Comparative Effectiveness” Research

    Maggie Mahar
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:38 pm
    As Naomi has pointed out below, the news about mammograms is not brand-new information based on one study that just can out. The recommendations that the Preventive Services Task Force (PSTF) has released is based on research that experts have known about for some time. Thanks to reader Greg Pawelski for calling attention to this post by Dr. Herman Kattlove, a retired medical oncologist who did research on mammograms in the early 1990s.  For the last seven years, Kattlove has served as a medical editor for the American Cancer Society where he has helped develop much of the information…

  • Dr. Gupta Strikes Again

    Maggie Mahar
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:07 am
    HeatlhBeat readers may remember that, in the past, I questioned whether Dr. Sanjay Gupta should become Surgeon General. Today, after I read Naomi’s thoughtful post on Mammography Guidelines (see below), I heard Dr. Gupta on CNN, grilling a nurse who is part of the Task Force that has raised questions about the benefit of mammograms for many women.“So you’re saying that some lives just aren’t worth it?” Dr. Gupta demanded. He went on to suggest that he could not imagine how a health professional could be so lacking in compassion.  It wasn’t just that the spot was too short to…

  • New Mammography Guidelines Hit the Wall of Public Opinion

    Naomi Freundlich
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:46 am
    The new recommendation from the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force that women under 50 should not undergo routine mammography is generating a lot of controversy—it is a direct challenge to the strong message women have been receiving for two decades that they should have yearly screening starting at age 40. The task force also recommends that women age 50-74 have a mammogram every two years (rather than yearly) and finds that there is little benefit in screening women over 74 at all.To the experts who have been questioning the benefits of mammography for several years, these…

  • Business Leaders Try to Undermine Reform

    Maggie Mahar
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:01 pm
    In an 11th hour attack on health care reform, a coalition of employer groups, including the Chamber of Commerce, wrote to House Speaker Pelosi and Republican Leader Boehner at the end of October opposing the Democrats' health reform bill. (The group includes The Business Roundtable, the American Benefits Council, the Corporate Health Care Coalition, the National Association of Manufacturers, the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, the National Coalition on Benefits, the National Retail Federation and the Retail Industry Leaders Association.)Over at THCB, two commentators have…

  • If Conservatives Ran Heath Care . . . and We Had a Single-Payer System

    Maggie Mahar
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:22 am
    [Below an Op-ed that I wrote for the Washington Post’s “Outlook” section. It appeared yesterday Sunday, November 15, 2009.  Many readers have commented on the Washington Post website, but I’d also be interested in hearing from HealthBeat readers here.]                                          ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~If you're a…
 
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  • Genzyme's "Remarkable Business'Strategy" and Contaminated Drugs

    18 Nov 2009 | 1:42 pm
    In June, 2009, an article in the Boston Globe described how the Boston area based biotechnology company Genzyme sold some astonishlingly expensive drugs, usinga remarkable business strategy: In countries from Colombia to Taiwan to Libya, the Cambridge firm has compiled an extraordinary track record of searching out patients like Tania, providing desperately needed treatment, and then successfully pressing their governments, even poor ones, to pay full price for the most expensive drugs in the world.The article focused on how Genzyme marketed Cerezyme for Gaucher's disease.When Genzyme Corp.

  • Seeking NIH to fund studies on medical ethics, conflicts of interest in medicine and research, and prescribing behavior

    17 Nov 2009 | 6:20 am
    Adriane Fugh-Berman MD is principal investigator (PI) of the PharmedOut project. PharmedOut is an independent, publicly funded Georgetown University Medical Center project that educates physicians about industry influence on prescribing. project that empowers physicians to identify and counter inappropriate pharmaceutical promotion practices. PharmedOut promotes evidence-based medicine by providing news, resources, and links to pharma-free CME courses.PharmedOut is requesting that the U.S. NIH (National Institutes of Health) fund more research into ethics, conflicts of interest, and…

  • Merck Seeks Medical Informatics Dud On The Cheap @ $30/hr

    16 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pm
    At the post "Medical Informatics, Pharma, Health IT, and Golden Advice That Sits Sadly Unused" and other posts I lamented the fact that the pharma sector (in deep decline due to scientific mediocrity, ill-qualified leadership, public image tarnished by scandal, and other reasons), as well as the Healthcare IT industry (now also racked by similar issues and undergoing a Senate investigation while its products are being found to show little benefit) neglected a scientific discipline that might actually help them achieve the goals of better products, better patient care, and stronger profits.At…

  • The Editorial that Wasn't: Evidence for Systematic Research Manipulation Undetectable by Critical Review

    16 Nov 2009 | 1:55 pm
    Woe to those of us who have been advocates for evidence-based medicine.  A short description of the evidence-based medicine is medicine whose practice is informed by critical, rigorous review of the best available evidence from clinical research as revealed by systematic search of the published research literature, as well as by the clinician's understanding of biology and the medical and biopsychosocial context, and by the patient's own values. Evidence-based medicine is based on some key assumptions.  One is that a systematic review will reveal all the results of…

  • Omnicare, IVAX Settle

    13 Nov 2009 | 12:46 pm
    Settlements and kickbacks and corporate integrity agreements, oh my (to the tune of "lions and tigers and bears, oh my")To quote the BusinessWeek version of the story:A $112 million settlement involving alleged drug kickbacks that the Justice Dept. announced with the nation's largest nursing home pharmacy and a generic drug manufacturer on Nov. 3 is part of a wide-ranging investigation of suspected Medicaid fraud by the pharmaceutical industry.Under Tuesday's settlement, Omnicare will pay $98 million plus interest to the federal government and a number of state Medicaid programs to settle…
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  • FDA Posts New Draft Guidance on Computer-Assisted Detection Devices Applied to Radiological Images and Radiological Data (CADe)

    William Hyman
    9 Nov 2009 | 9:03 am
    It may be helpful to compare these new guidances with the pending MDDS rule, discussed here, in which the proposed rule defines an MDDS as Class I, the class with the lowest FDA scrutiny. Unlike MDDS, in the current case these CADe devices are not newly defined. However the FDA does acknowledge that the terminology may not widely known or used. A CADe system is not in the same class as an MDDS, and therefore is not an MDDS, because of the degree to which it analyzes medical device data. The Federal Register posting defines CADe’s as “computerized systems that incorporate pattern…

  • Market Trends Series #3: Shift from Dept to Enterprise Focus

    Brian McAlpine
    3 Nov 2009 | 4:32 pm
    From what I have observed over many years, Hospitals have historically approached medical device connectivity projects as a tactical issue to be dealt with. Up until relatively recently, technology alone could be used to solve the connectivity issue (i.e. getting data from point A to point B) with little to no negative impact on clinical workflow. Further, the scope of connectivity projects has been mainly departmentally focused and deployments have been relatively basic. By basic, I refer to projects that have focused on connecting one or two bedside medical devices to a single CIS…

  • What (if anything) can the recent Sidekick problem teach us?

    William Hyman
    27 Oct 2009 | 2:32 pm
    On October 12 the NY Times headline read “Some Users May Lose Data On a T-Mobile Smartphone”. Those phones use software and support from Microsoft/Danger for their data applications. According to the article a “technical glitch” had resulted in customers losing personal information held on at least in part an associated cloud computer service. Another story here by Eric Savitz, led with the question: “So how sure are you that you want all of your data to live in the cloud?” The precursor to the Times story had appeared earlier in a number of places including here on October 5th.

  • Impact of Modifying FDA Regulated Devices

    Tim Gee
    25 Oct 2009 | 12:47 pm
    Off Label Use In a previous post, Medical Device System Network Install Issues, I suggested that when health care providers don’t follow medical device manufacturer’s specifications when installing medical device systems they were using the system “off label.” This site’s latest contributing author, William Hyman, provides an alternative perspective: My interpretation of off-label use has been that it pertains to the actual use of the medical device, not the way it is set-up. Thus it isn’t off-label use until it is actually used, and use here is with…

  • Canada Posts “Medical Device Data System” Rule

    William Hyman
    14 Oct 2009 | 9:44 am
    On August 31, 2009 Health Canada, Canada’s medical device regulatory authority, posted classification information for Patient Management Software (pdf). This action is similar to the FDA’s proposed rule for the regulation of Medical Device Data Systems (MDDS), nearing finalization. The Canadian announcement begins with a reminder of its definition of “medical device” which is similar to although not identical to the U.S definition. This definition includes Patient Management Software as a medical device. In addition, Canada defines an “active” device as one that requires an energy…
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  • Helping Your Board Ensure Patient Safety

    Ruth Elzer
    5 Nov 2009 | 10:31 am
    Your quality team has studied the new standard changes, updated policies, and conducted tracers to monitor compliance. What else can you do as an executive to help your hospital prepare for more rigorous regulatory surveys? Communicate with your board!Currently, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) require hospitals to have a governing body (the board) that is legally responsible for the conduct of the hospital as an institution. The board of a hospital must hire the CEO, establish a competent medical staff, and oversee key aspects of the organization, such as the strategic…

  • Regulatory Surveys: How Small Problems Can Quickly Become Big Problems

    Ruth Elzer
    4 Nov 2009 | 12:47 pm
    Across the country, hospitals are finding themselves on the receiving end of unannounced regulatory surveys. Failure to be prepared for such surveys can, in the worst cases, lead to Preliminary Denial of Accreditation by The Joint Commission (TJC) or findings of Immediate Jeopardy by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). But, hospital leaders can avoid adverse survey findings and ensure patient safety by paying attention to seemingly small issues before they become big problems. So, how do small problems grow? We have found that small problems become big problems for two…

  • What Is a Hospital Near-Death Experience?

    Calissa Kummer
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:26 am
    Can a hospital have a near-death experience? If so, what would that look like? For Haywood Regional Medical Center, “near-death” took the form of involuntary termination from Medicare. This traumatic event caused the hospital to lose physicians, morale, and its previously good reputation, not to mention significant amounts of money. But, with quick corrective action and strong leadership, the medical center regained its Medicare certification and received a second chance to thrive. “Hospital Near-Death Experience: How Medicare Termination Can Push Your Hospital to the Brink of…

  • Health Care Reform and The Elephant in the Room

    Cary Gutbezahl
    25 Oct 2009 | 2:07 pm
    By Cary Gutbezahl, MD When an organization has a performance problem, managers seek information to identify and assess the causes of the performance failure. Similarly, an analysis of a social problem should require policy analysts to identify and assess all significant contributors to the social problem. Our public discussion on health care reform has failed to meet this expectation. The debate about health care reform has focused on several significant issues, such as getting financial coverage for the uninsured’s medical needs, building incentives for hospitals and physicians to provide…

  • Sitting Ducks Get Shot … Especially While Waiting for the Inevitability of Healthcare Reform

    Kate Fenner
    15 Oct 2009 | 12:20 pm
    By Kate Fenner, RN, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, Compass Clinical Consulting Everyone is waiting for the shoe to drop – the impact of Healthcare Reform on hospitals. The details change daily depending upon which government plan is getting attention by various Congressional committees. No one yet knows what shape reform may take but the predictable is being prognosticated by the pundits; we will most probably be asked to do more with fewer resources. One CEO of a for-profit system acknowledged to us recently that reform is one of the issues that is robbing him of sleep. Another CEO of a…
 
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    Monday Morning

  • Visiting Union Independent School — a new educational model

    Dean Barbara K. Rimer
    18 Nov 2009 | 4:29 pm
    Visit to Union Independent School — social innovation at work Two weeks ago, Julie MacMillan, MPH and I visited the Union Independent School (UIS) with Jim Johnson, Jr., Member, UIS Board of Directors  and William R. Kenan Jr. Distinguished Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Director, Urban Investment Strategies Center, Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise at the Kenan Flagler School of Business. Union Independent School is a laboratory school created through a collaboration between Union Baptist Church and Frank Hawkins Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise.

  • Heading toward health reform? Thanking our donors: awed by our students.

    Dean Barbara K. Rimer
    4 Nov 2009 | 3:54 pm
    Heading toward Health Reform? It is beginning to look like health reform could happen, as committees get closer to agreeing on a package and as compromises get made. On October 16, 2009, ASPH and 43 other public health organizations sent letters of support for the prevention and public health workforce provisions in the House Tri-Committee and Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee bills to President Obama. [Read the letter] Any bill that doesn’t address such issues as prevention, workforce and cost will have missed an important opportunity to reshape some of the forces…

  • Celebrating Bios; experiencing NYC menu changes firsthand

    Dean Barbara K. Rimer
    21 Oct 2009 | 4:06 pm
    Celebrating Biostatistics (Bios) Last week, we celebrated the 60th anniversary of our department of Biostatistics featuring a huge Festschrift for Professor Gary Koch. During the week-long celebration,  Professor Larry Kupper also was honored for his contributions to the field and to our School. I really admire Larry, and he has won numerous teaching awards in recognition of his role in the classroom. He is appreciated equally as a statistical collaborator on research projects. The Festschrift for Dr. Gary Koch was held Monday night, and as I looked around, the room was a “who’s…

  • CDC Director Frieden visits; we celebrate public health practice; I go to DC

    Dean Barbara K. Rimer
    14 Oct 2009 | 8:37 am
    Dr. Frieden visits We were so excited that the new CDC director Tom Frieden, MD, MPH, visited with us last week. I was thrilled that our School turned out over 400 people to listen and participate in a conversation with Dr. Frieden. See his bio for background about his local and global experience. Frieden spoke about 4 priorities: Improving public health surveillance and epidemiology as key foundations for public health. He said it is not sufficient to collect data; data also must be disseminated in a way that is useful for decision making. Support state and local public health action. He…

  • Public health convenes in Asheville, NC

    Dean Barbara K. Rimer
    7 Oct 2009 | 8:45 am
    NCPHA celebrates 100 years Last week, the NC Public Health Association (NCPHA) celebrated its 100th year in Asheville, NC. The evening before the meeting, Dave Potenziani, Peggy Glenn and I met with alumni and several of their spouses to get feedback about how the School is doing and what we could do better. We talked about how local health departments (LHDs) are being asked to do more and more-with less and less. Unfunded mandates are a way of life for health departments. A recent National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) studyfound that 51% of LHDs were affected by…
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    Healthin30.com

  • New Mammogram Guidelines Cause Confusion and Debate

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:25 pm
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Latest breaking news this week New mammogram guidelines set by the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) now recommends that women begin breast cancer screening every two years starting at age 50, instead of every year beginning at age 40. These new standards sent a shock wave throughout women and the medical community. The American College of Surgeons released a statement today on its website in strong support of the current American Cancer Society (ACS) screening mammography guidelines that recommend women get a mammogram every year,…

  • Questions Every Woman Should Ask Her Doctor

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:14 am
    The single most important question every woman needs to ask her doctor is “What do I need to do to be healthy,” says Robin H. Miller, MD, a board certified internist, integrative medicine specialist and co-author of  “The Smart Woman’s Guide to Midlife and Beyond”. When it comes to women’s health the three major areas that are top priority include: heart health, breast health and bone health.  It’s important to talk with your doctor or health care professional about what you need to do to stay healthy. By Robin H. Miller, MD 1. Heart Health Question to ask:…

  • Google Helps You Find Locations for H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine and Seasonal Flu Shot

    admin
    12 Nov 2009 | 2:44 pm
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA After you had the tough task of searching for health information on the H1N1 swine flu vaccine from various media outlets; you’ve now determined that you would like to receive the H1N1 vaccine, but where do you go to get the H1N1 swine flu vaccine? Thanks to Mashable, (the world’s largest leading blog focused exclusively on Web 2.0 and Social Media news) for sharing information on how Google has launched a tool for locating providers to administer the H1N1 swine flu vaccine and the seasonal flu vaccine. Google has collaborated with the U.S. Department…

  • H1N1 Flu Vaccine Questions and Concerns Continue on Thimerosal and Pregnancy

    admin
    9 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Information on the H1N1 swine flu vaccine continues to mount, and questions linger. In a recent post, H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine Fears Addressed – Single vs. Multi-Dose, Adjuvants, Thimerosal and More, Bruce B. Dan, MD, a specialist in infectious diseases, answered a series of questions related to the H1N1 flu vaccine. Our readers have a couple additional questions and our expert, Dr. Bruce B. Dan answers them to help alleviate your fears. Our Reader, Arly Helm writes: “To avoid confusion and controversy, thimerosal was removed from childhood vaccines.” But…

  • Yoga: It’s Cool Like Tara Stiles and It’s Great for Your Health

    admin
    8 Nov 2009 | 8:36 am
    By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA [Today, I'm taking a quick break from writing on the swine flu, and I'm bringing you a post that is a little lighter and fun.  I hope you enjoy it]. Yoga for Beginners Tara Stiles Tara Stiles is so cool. I don’t know Tara Stiles, I’ve never met Tara Stiles, and I’ve never even spoken to Tara Stiles. We’ve exchanged a few emails and I guess I can call her my friend from Huffington Post where she writes too, but I have no idea who she is. She was kind enough to do a Q&A on yoga for beginners for me (see below), but other than that, I…
 
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    Sensei Talks

  • Orange Thanksgiving - aka Sensei’s Thanksgiving menu

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am
    In honor of beta-carotene, Sensei’s official color and my favorite color, I have come up with an all orange vegetarian Thanksgiving menu for you. It’s so easy to make and I suggest preparing it all at the same time. Once the oven is on, might as well use it. You can prepare this menu ahead of time and just reheat when ready. You will have plenty of soup for 8 servings and even more depending on the size of vegetables you use. I recommend freezing the extra because it really takes the same amount of time to prepare a full batch as it does half…and what would you do with the other half of…

  • Transcendental Meditation…Oh So Good for You

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:42 am
    This morning’s headline definitely got my attention. I knew that meditation helped reduce heart disease risk, but I never would have estimated by 50%. All the better for me then. I have been meditating “inconsistently” for 20 years. But four months ago I learned the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique. This was a real change from the Silva Mind Control method that I learned in 1989 and then later when I trained as a hypno-therapist. TM is the easiest technique to learn and practice. It’s totally different compared to my previous methods as one is not trying to control the mind.

  • Ask the Experts – What do you do to stay thin?

    18 Nov 2009 | 8:37 am
    Q: What do you do to stay thin? I have to begin by saying that I don’t consider myself “thin” but I do think I’m pretty healthy. Most of that has to do with my build and my genetics. I have what’s considered a larger frame or bone structure for a woman and I’m pretty muscular and curvy. Even if I starved myself I will never be a size zero. But I’ve learned over the years to be thankful for what I’ve got. Believe it or not I have thin friends who actually envy my muscles and spend time at the gym trying to “bulk up”. We always want what we can't have, right?That being said…

  • Tone Up With an Exercise Band

    17 Nov 2009 | 10:49 am
    With all the new exercise gadgets that come out each year, it’s hard to know what actually works. Exercise bands have been around for a long time and are a great way to tone up without any big or bulky equipment. You can use it anywhere. You can keep one at home, in the car or at work. You can even take it on vacation with you.Exercise bands are a great way for anyone to tone up their muscles without creating bulk. The women I see for personal training love using the band because it creates muscle without bulk and gives them a long, lean look. The band is also great for the elderly. Band…

  • Food Review - Lean Cuisine Breakfast Panini

    16 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    Lean Cuisine has made the leap into breakfast entrees. They have 2 new breakfast paninis, both under 300 calories. Each package contains a half sandwich that cooks in your microwave on a crisping disk.Not being a pork sausage fan, I tried the Denver-style panini. Each piece of the sandwich had a generous amount of filling. My sandwich looked much different than the box picture. The shape of the bread was different and mine was missing the beautiful panini grill markings.The flavor was quite good and I’d definitely try it again. There was lots of filing and even the bread flavor was good. My…
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    TradePub: Healthcare

  • P & T

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:20 am
    P&T: A Peer-Reviewed Journal for Managed Care and Hospital Formulary Management serves the pharmacy and therapeutics committees of hospitals, nursing home/long term care facilities, group practices, VA/DOD facilities, and managed care organizations.Request Free!

  • Pharm Rep Direct

    16 Nov 2009 | 11:20 am
    It covers new developments and cutting-edge advice from the world of sales management and training, as well as regulatory updates, must-know court cases, key statistics, exclusive interviews - you can find everything you need here, in Pharm Rep Direct.Request Free!

  • American Laboratory

    13 Nov 2009 | 3:20 pm
    American Laboratory is a practical resource for analytical chemistry laboratory solutions for chemists and life scientists with interest in the application of modern scientific instrumentation for the practice of analytical/bioanalytical chemistry, basic research, applied spectroscopy, petrochemicals, and material science.Request Free!

  • Bioscience Technology

    12 Nov 2009 | 4:20 pm
    Each issue of Bioscience Technology covers new technologies and applications in life science research. It's sent to scientists doing biology-based research in pharmaceutical, academic, biotech, government and commercial labs. Bioscience Technology is printed 12 times a year and is available in Print or Digital format.Request Free!

  • Surgical Products

    12 Nov 2009 | 4:20 pm
    Each issue provides information about new products, technology solutions, and industry insights in the surgical/healthcare field. Surgical Products is published 10 times a year (monthly except bi-monthly in Jan/Feb and Nov/Dec) and is available in Print or Digital format.Request Free!
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    Ann Pietrangelo - Care2 Reform Health Policy

  • Senate Health Care Bill: Who and What it's all About

    Past Member
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm
    The Senate health care bill (Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act) was unveiled this week and, according to Senator Harry Reid (D - Nev), it "makes health care more affordable while reducing the federal deficit." He went on to say, "We can&rsquo...

  • New Mammogram Guidelines: How many deaths are enough?

    Past Member
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:00 pm
    Seventeen percent of deaths from breast cancer occur in women who are diagnosed in their 40s. The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2009 there will be 192,370 new cases of invasive breast cancer in the United States, causing 40,170 deaths. Tha...

  • Great American Smokeout: Make the Pledge, Live Longer, Live Better

    Past Member
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:00 am
    Quit smoking and you’ll not only live longer, but you’ll live better.  November 19 is the American Cancer Society’s 34th Great American Smokeout. Smokers are encouraged to use this day to quit smoking altogether, or to finally ...

  • World Diabetes Day - Think you know your ABCs?

    Past Member
    13 Nov 2009 | 1:30 pm
    Do you know the ABCs of diabetes? If you or someone you love lives with diabetes, knowing your ABCs could mean the difference between life and death. November 14 is World Diabetes Day, and there’s no better time to take control over this life-c...

  • Global Health: 200 Million Starving Children

    Past Member
    12 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    Undernutrition is a contributing factor in more than one third of all deaths in children under age five, and approximately 200 million children in this age group in the developing world suffer from stunted growth as a result of chronic maternal and ch...
 
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    DermTV

  • How to Heal Cracked Fingertips

    Doctor
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:41 am
    In dry winter weather, it's not surprising to get a cracked finger tip. For those of you who have experienced this, it's pretty painful. Thankfully, they're also easy to treat. Dr. Schultz will explain how to heal a cracked fingertip.

  • Acne Treatment in Three Easy Steps

    Doctor
    18 Nov 2009 | 2:41 am
    Acne is a condition that almost everyone confronts at one time in their life. The good news is, however, that it's treatable, and that treatment is within your control. Dr. Schultz shares an acne treatment regimen that's comprised of just three easy step.

  • What Happens If You Stop Using Botox or Filler

    Doctor
    16 Nov 2009 | 2:41 am
    When considering whether or not to use Botox or fillers, many people ask what the side effects of stopping using them after having used them for a period of time. Dr. Schultz shares the answer.

  • Is It Safe to Wear Your Friend's Makeup

    Doctor
    13 Nov 2009 | 2:31 am
    It happens to every woman; they forget their makeup one time or another and they have to make a choice - to use your friend's makeup or not to use your friend's makeup. But is this safe? Can makeup transfer germs and bacteria? Dr. Schultz answers this question.

  • Acne 101: Acne Causes

    Doctor
    11 Nov 2009 | 2:31 am
    We can all recognize acne: white heads, black heads and cysts. But do you know what causes acne? Or what treats acne? Or why acne treatments work? Dr. Schultz answers all of these questions in Acne 101.
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    CAM Watcher

  • New Regular Feature in Alternative and Complementary Therapies

    Sabra Way
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:10 am
      Natural Standard is pleased to announce a new regular feature inAlternative and Complementary Therapies the Natural Standard Monograph, edited by Catherine Ulbricht, PharmD, the co-founder of Natural Standard Research Collaboration, and senior attending pharmacist at Massachusetts General Hospital.   Read the first column, on Alzheimer's Disease: An Integrative Approach   Sabra Way MNIMH Editor in Chief and Founder, Galen's Watch  Galen's Watch reports on complementary and alternative medical literature that is relevant to CAM practitioners. Visit our journal watch…

  • Whole Food Supplements: The Best Choice?

    Sabra Way
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:03 am
      A one hour webinar about whole food supplements by Dr.Mary Bove ND.   This lecture evaluates the ways of incorporating essential nutrients and food constituents such as enzymes and proteins, as well as thousands of health-promoting compounds that play a crucial role in the delivery of nutrients to the cells and systems of the body into daily lives through food and supplementation. Sabra Way MNIMH Editor in Chief and Founder, Galen's Watch  Galen's Watch reports on complementary and alternative medical literature that is relevant to CAM practitioners. Visit our journal watch…

  • Influenza Season: Renew your Herbal Skills for Fevers, Coughs...

    Sabra Way
    12 Nov 2009 | 7:21 am
    A great set of articles by Paul Bergner Medical Herbalist and Clinical Nutritionist from the North American Institute of Medical Herbalism.  Focus on Influenza: Rethinking the 1918 Pandemic: Excess mortality not all due to viral strain Influenza Prevention: Treatment of Febrile Illness: Focus on influenza Treating the Dry Cough of Influenza     Sabra Way MNIMH Editor in Chief and Founder, Galen's Watch  Galen's Watch reports on complementary and alternative medical literature that is relevant to CAM practitioners. Visit our journal watch service and see the medical journals we…

  • Do You Have a Waiting List?

    Sabra Way
    8 Nov 2009 | 5:15 am
    Another excellent post by AlternativeHealthPractice.com: How To Use a Waiting List in Your Practice – No Matter How Busy You AreWe were already using a waiting list, but it wasn’t working the way we thought it should. This time, we fixed our process for good and noticed the following in just a few days: Less waiting for new and existing clientsMore client visits in fewer clinic hoursMore convenient scheduling for patientsBetter daily flow for practitionersGreater revenue with the same or lower costsTo make that happened required five key shifts. Not difficult ones, but each is important.

  • Diabetic Foot Exam- Instructional Video

    Sabra Way
    5 Nov 2009 | 5:04 am
    Watch this video by Dr A. Peters on how to conduct a diabetic foot exam.   All individuals with diabetes should receive an annual foot examination to identify high-risk foot conditions. This examination should include assessment of protective sensation, foot structure and biomechanics, vascular status, and skin integrity.   People with neuropathy should have a visual inspection of their feet at every visit with a health care professional.   Sabra Way MNIMH Editor in Chief and Founder, Galen's Watch  Galen's Watch reports on complementary and alternative medical literature that…
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    Vitals Spotlight - Where Doctors are Examined

  • Dr. Cheryl Iglesia Advocates Less Frequent Cervical Cancer Screenings

    Margarita
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:22 am
    Dr. Cheryl Iglesia On the heels of Breast Cancer Screening guidelines changing back and forth, the Cervical Cancer screenings, Pap Smears, are also changing. The new guidelines are now recommending women start screening after the age of 21 and less frequently thereafter. Previously, it was encouraged for girls to start screening three months after the first sexual encounter and have regular annual checkups. Since the Obama Administration stabilized the uproar of breast cancer screening after the age of 50, the panel of obstetrician’s group that proposed the Pap smear guidelines, reassures…

  • Obama Administration Won’t Change Breast Cancer Screening Policy

    diane
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:42 am
    (rlv.zcache.com) Are mammograms unnecessary for women until they turn 50? Have the politics on health care reform gotten in the way of doing what’s best for the prevention of breast cancer? Will this effect insurance coverage for the procedure? Addressing one of the questions, The Obama Administration announced government insurance programs would continue to cover routine mammograms for women starting at age 40, reports today’s New York Times. This was in response to the Preventative Services Task Force recommendations that women not start routine mammograms until they are aged 50,…

  • Cardiologist Dr. Kenneth Baughman Killed On The Run

    Margarita
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:06 pm
    Dr. Kenneth Baughman, a cardiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital who specialized in Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine was struck and killed by a car while he was running Monday in Orlando. Dr. Kenneth Baughman Baughman, 63, of Newton, Massachusetts was the director of advanced heart disease at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He was also a triathlete passionate about running, biking and swimming. The Orlando area ranked as the most dangerous for pedestrians out of 52 cities of a million or more residents in a recent report released by Transportation for America. Baughman…

  • Dr. Diana Petitti On Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines Turned Upside Down

    diane
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:46 am
    Dr. Diana Petitti (sci.asu.edu) There are 192,000 new cases of breast cancer and about 40,000 deaths in the United States every year, reports the Wall Street Journal. Women in their 40’s account for at least a quarter of breast cancer diagnoses, 17% of breast cancer deaths, suffer from more aggressive cases and have a higher risk of death according to the Los Angeles Times. Yet according to new guidelines released Monday by the United States Preventative Services Task Force, women do not need to start regular breast cancer screening until they reach the age of 50. The task force also…

  • Long Doctor Visit? Average Patient Wait Time Creeps Up To 21.3 Minutes

    Margarita
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:08 am
    Are you frustrated with long wait times at the doctor office?  The national average door-to-doctor time in 2009 is now at 21.3 minutes, but there are many doctors with waits an hour or longer. This is a continuing trend for the last three decades as the Kaiser Family Foundation reported in a study in 2003 that physician visits took 18.4 minutes in 2002 and 15.9 minutes in 1989. Vitals.com is now publishing average wait times of 100,000 doctors. Look for the clock in the doctors  profile for average wait time on each individual doctor. Here are the grim facts about wait time: The longer an…
 
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    Change.org's Global Health Blog

  • Climate Change Will Exacerbate Gap Between Rich and Poor

    Mike Smith
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:18 am
    Climate change won't just hit the poorest the hardest, with those in developing countries bearing the brunt of climate change — losing access to crucial water supplies, and feeling the effect of rising sea levels. Climate change will additionally exacerbate gaps between the rich and poor. The effects of climate change is likely to reverse many of the hard earned and costly developments gains of the Millennium Development Goals. Specific setbacks will include increased water scarcity, and changes in the availability of food. Quite simply, climate change is the perfect storm. And oh yeah,…

  • Spread the Word about Good Hygiene: World Toilet Day

    Mike Smith
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:24 pm
    World Toilet Day isn't the easiest day of the activist's year to promote. But ensuring good public hygiene is a very effective method of slowing the spread of disease and illness. The problem is that toilets and adequate sanitation just isn't cool, and it isn't much of an aspirational campaign. The people behind World Toilet Day are trying to change that. They explain to Reuters that "It is a sensitive issue, but a serious one that has to be a shared responsibility of the government, companies and people." One method is to keep toilets clean on trains, in return for advertising space, thus…

  • Gates Foundation: Celebrating Success and the Importance of Storytelling

    Mike Smith
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:12 am
    This is a guest post by Joe Cerrell, director, global health policy and advocacy, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Too often in global health, we zero in on the obstacles and neglect to celebrate the successes. While the health challenges facing the developing world are very real, many poor countries are making real progress against diseases like HIV and malaria, often with support from the American government. That’s the message that Bill and Melinda Gates recently brought to Washington, D.C. In a presentation titled, “Living Proof: Why We Are Impatient Optimists,” they showed…

  • What Next as Parasites Become Resistant to Best Malaria Treatment?

    Mike Smith
    15 Nov 2009 | 2:29 pm
    Mosquitoes are becoming resistant to artemisinin, "the only remaining effective drug in the world's arsenal against malaria's most deadly strain"? On the Thai-Cambodia border this is happening due to a rouge strain of malaria. The race is on to eliminate malaria before its too late — before more resistances are established around the world. Artemisinin hasn't been around for long as a purified treatment for malaria, but it has been used to fight the disease in China for thousands of years, and it has been taken across Southeast Asia for 30 years, allowing parasites longer to adapt. So how…

  • Afghan Gov Fears Swine Flu: Not Enough Antivirals, Not Enough Graves

    Mike Smith
    13 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am
    The Afghan government has launched a swine-flu education campaign and declared an emergency after 11 people died of H1N1. You may think the government have more important things to worry about, but in Afghanistan there may not be enough graves to contain all the causalities, (due to the harsh winters, graves must be dug before the coldest weather sets in) and officials fear the effect the virus will have on their armed forces. Although only 11 people have so far died, the toll could rise considerably. The Health Ministry fears that over 6 million people would contract the virus, with 5 per…
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    Ivor Kovic, M.D.

  • Hands can do incredible things…

    Ivor
    30 Oct 2009 | 2:51 am
    …but nothing compares to using them to help save a life American Heart Association is conducting a promotional campaign to motivate and educate people to learn and if necessary perform Hands-Only CPR. They say that…. “When an adult has a sudden cardiac arrest, his or her survival depends greatly on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby. But less than 1/3 of those people get that help. Most bystanders are worried they might do something wrong or make things worse.” Could not agree more. Among other very useful materials, they have created this great interactive…

  • NEJM Interactive Medical Cases

    Ivor
    12 Sep 2009 | 8:45 am
    The New England Journal of Medicine, one of the best medical journals in the World, has just started an innovative new series on their website, Interactive Medical Cases. These interactive cases, so far just one, allow you to virtually manage an actual patient’s case, from presentation to outcome. The first case is just fantastic and I am really looking forward to new ones in the future. You absolutely have to try this unique combination of videos, animations, quizzes and other interactive content. Here are some screen shots to get you excited: Tweet This

  • Way To Go George & George

    Ivor
    13 Aug 2009 | 11:23 am
    I want to tell you a story about a father and his son. George senior and junior, obviously not Bush because this is a happy story :), but Ure. My friend George Ure jr. lives in Seattle and works as an emergency medical technician. His father on the other hand lives in Palestine, Texas. Not long ago a resident of this small town died after an accidental electrocution. Unfortunately, first responders who rushed to help were not equipped with a defibrillator, which in this case might have saved a life. George senior decided to do something about it, so he raised money and bought two automated…

  • Raise money for children by running

    Ivor
    10 Jul 2009 | 3:33 am
    I am a very passionate runner myself so it gives me great pleasure to present to you a unique fund raising event. By running this year’s New York City Half-Marathon on August 16th you could also help Fresh Air Fund for children. Since 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit agency, has provided free summer experiences in the country to more than 1.7 million New York City children from disadvantaged communities. During the last year’s run they raised more than $125,000 which went directly to their free programs. You can help out either by running for Fresh Air Fund-Racers team…

  • TED Talk: Surgery’s past, present and robotic future

    Ivor
    22 Jun 2009 | 2:38 pm
    Catherine Mohr is quite an incredible women. She is both an engineer and a medical doctor. She combines these two fields with her great inventions which help advance surgery. Take a look at her TED Talk in which she presents the newest robotic tools for surgery, but also remembers the beginnings of this art/craft/science. Tweet This
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    The Search Principle

  • CARL Awards to UBC Librarians

    DG
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:50 pm
    From the press release: “…the CARL Library Education Working Group that reviewed the applications awarded three research grants of $2000 to Dean Giustini (University of British Columbia) for his project titled “Canadian academic librarians and their use of social media; a two-phase survey“, to Laura Briggs (University of British Columbia, Okanagan) for her project titled “More than a Rubber Stamp? The Role of Collection Librarians in Curriculum consultations,” and to Kristin Hoffmann (University of Western Ontario) and Selinda Berg’s (University of Windsor)…

  • BCLA “Answer health & medical reference questions”

    DG
    18 Nov 2009 | 9:31 pm
    BCLA Workshop "Answering health and medical reference questions" View more presentations from giustinid.

  • Searching for CAM information (BCLA Workshop)

    DG
    15 Nov 2009 | 8:29 pm
    Here are the top free (and no-so-free) starting points in complementary & alternative medicine for the November 19th BCLA Workshop on answering health and medical questions. 1. Starting points: CAM at UBC Library, NCCAM and Wikipedia. 2. More background: MEDLINEplus and Drugs – Supplements. 3. Clinical trials: CAM on Pubmed and NCCAM Trials Information. 4. Systematic Reviews: Bandolier and Wiley’s Cochrane Library. 5. Searching for free & Open vs. Locked CAM Resources. In MEDLINE, use the MeSH complementary therapies (see specific therapies). CAM is defined as…

  • Learn more on ‘Men’s Health’ @ VGH

    DG
    12 Nov 2009 | 11:03 am
    Menshealth Public Forum Nov 18 View more documents from giustinid. Men’s Health Channel – UBC Health Library Wiki

  • UBC Anaesthesia – Library 101

    DG
    11 Nov 2009 | 1:14 pm
    UBC Anaesthesia Residents Introduction to the UBC Library online View more documents from giustinid.
 
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    Better Health

  • Ask Kathleen Sebelius & Anne Schuchat Your H1N1 Flu Questions

    drval
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:32 pm
    Do you have any nagging questions about the H1N1 flu? Then please join me at a special blogger briefing at HHS on Monday at 3:30pm ET. In a Better Health/MedPage Today exclusive, I’ll be live-blogging the event from inside the HHS studio in DC, and the conversation will be available via live webcast. Please send in your questions in advance (press release and instructions are below) or feel free to forward developing questions to me via Twitter: @drval during the event. Hope to chat with you soon! Please join the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for a special briefing on…

  • Do Low Carb Diets Make People Angry?

    TaraGidusRD
    20 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    As if we haven’t seen enough bad press for low carb diets, check this out: a study just published in the Archives of Internal Medicine found that dieters who followed a low carb diet for a year were more depressed, angry, and confused than people following a higher carb diet. The researchers studied two groups of people for one year. Both were on a reduced calorie diet and both lost an average of 30 pounds. However, the group on the low carb diet had detrimental effects on their mood. I know I am pretty angry when I don’t have chocolate for a long time! Seriously, other smaller…

  • When A Second Opinion Saves A Child’s Life

    Happy Hospitalist
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Your child seems half dead to you, but you’re frozen with uncertainty.  Are they just being whiny?  Is that fever going to pass quickly?  When do I know if my child needs an emergency assessment?  When do I know if they need emergency medical care? I recently got involved in just a situation with one of Mrs. Happy’s friends.  She has a young child, about four years old who came down with a fever a week ago.  The child has a history of asthma and a history of supraventricular tachycardia.  The child was meandering along doing fine when one day his condition changed. The…

  • Dr. Val Tells ABC News About Hospital Errors And How To Avoid Them

    drval
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    I kick off this segment with a surprising twist: I describe a hospital error that I experienced as a patient in the ER of a famous academic medical center.  And yes, I give a shout out to Paul Levy at minute 5 for his courageous efforts to reduce infection rates at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.

  • The Friday Funny: A New Place For Pharma Ads

    drval
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
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  • Infinity M540 from Draeger Makes Hospital Workflow and Patient Data Oh So So Smooth

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Here's another piece of news about medical gadgetry released at the ongoing Medica 2009. The Infinity M540 from Drägerwerk AG & Co. (aka Dräger) is designed to provide portability and full functionality of a stationary vitals signs monitor: The Dräger Infinity M540 measures and saves patient vital signs data, including 12-lead ECG and etCO2 values. For transport, the hospital staff can release the M540 from its docking station using one hand. The monitor continues to display and record vital data without interruption. As soon as the M540 is reconnected to a docking station…

  • Sci Fi Contest: Send Us Your Entries

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    We are pleased to announce that we now have an adequate number of entries for this year's Sci Fi Writing Contest. But if you are a talented writer, the opportunity is still here, and you still can win a brand new Amazon Kindle. So get your talent and imagination together, write a short interesting fictional piece involving the future of medicine, and send it to us by Tuesday, November 24, 2009. This weekend will be a perfect time to write, and maybe become the next winner. More details here: Med Sci Fi Writing Contest - Return of The Prose...

  • Let Draeger Polaris Be Your Guiding Light

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    We are continuing to profile the latest gadgets that are being showcased at the Medica 2009 in Düsseldorf. This beautiful line of cold OR light systems, appropriately dubbed Polaris, comes from Drägerwerk AG & Co., a company better known to everyone as Dräger. Details from the press release: Compared with conventional light sources, the smaller LEDs of the Polaris system are considerably more energy-efficient than conventional light sources. An LED light source has a life span of about 30,000 hours (corresponding to about seven to ten years of service life in the operating…

  • Evidence MultiStat from Randox Might Save Cardiac Lives and More

    Michael
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    RANDOX Laboratories, a diagnostics company from Crumlin, UK, is releasing in Düsseldorf at Medica 2009 a new semi-automated analyzer that can perform detection of up to 12 analytes from a single patient sample in under 20 minutes. The Evidence MultiStat™ can save lives of cardiac patients or identify drug junkies, hence it can be used in emergency rooms, cardiology departments, ambulatory centers, or even employee drug screening centers. The following arrays are currently available: Cardiac Array [serum]: Creatine Kinase-MB (CK-MB), Fatty Acid Binding Protein (FABP), Myoglobin,…

  • My Lab One Portable Ultrasound from Esaote Makes Debut

    Michael
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:46 am
    At the ongoing Medica 2009 in Düsseldorf, Esaote out of Genoa, Italy is releasing a new portable ultrasound system that features a 12 inch touch screen for manipulating settings without having to use buttons. The My Lab One can be worn on a shoulder strap and is designed for mobile applications such as ambulatory anesthesia, EMT, military and sports medicine. From the press release: The automatic rotation of the image according to the position of the system, an ergonomic probe equipped with controls, a long life battery, all add up to making this ultrasound an extraordinary innovation in…
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  • Google study: How physicians use the internet and search in their clinical practices

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:10 am
    Embedded PDF: Google study: How physicians use the internet and search in their clinical practices.Link via IgniteBLOG.@amcunningham points out that the report is "unfortunately research carried out as market research for Google and doesn't help #meded very much." Posted at Clinical Cases and Images. Stay updated and subscribe, or follow me on Twitter.

  • Transbook: The Book That Contains All Books

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:54 am
    Amazon Kindle is the early prototype of the mythical "transbook".From WSJ:So far the new technology has been called the "e-reader," a term obviously picked by engineers, not poets. In literary terms it's a transbook, by which I mean that it is the book which can contain all books. A book is a singular object that can contain many voices, but the transbook has the potential to be a singular object containing all voices. It is not just another kind of media; it is the dream of ultimate text.We are still in early days, but it is obvious where the transbook is headed: It will eventually provide…

  • Health News of the Day

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:26 am
    Health News of the Day is a daily summary made from the selected links I post on Twitter. It is in a bullet points format with links to the original sources which include 350 RSS feeds that produce about 2,500 items per day:Exercise remodels the brain, making it more stress-resistant (in rats, at least) http://bit.ly/QHkMUAnother study: Regular consumption of alcohol reduces the risk of heart disease by 30-50% http://bit.ly/FZQl3Young athletes should be screened for heart disease with 2 tests rather than 1: ECG and echocardiogram http://bit.ly/176Nuu55% of adult Americans don't want to get…

  • Google "wonder wheels" are rudimentary mind maps

    18 Nov 2009 | 7:35 pm
    Google "wonder wheel" for asthma looks like a rudimentary mind map: http://bit.ly/4tOOF (see below):WikiMindMap provides better visual results http://bit.ly/2y4pnk (see below):WikiMindMap is a website that organizes wiki content in a mind map format http://bit.ly/1ZV5rC and http://www.wikimindmap.orgSee the "Web 2.0 and medicine" Google Wonder wheel http://bit.ly/3iHR1 - @giustini, @berci, @laikas and @DrVes make the top results:Related:ICU Mind Maps http://bit.ly/1VIVOi and http://bit.ly/2EnZLi Posted at Clinical Cases and Images. Stay updated and subscribe, or follow me on Twitter.

  • Health News of the Day, part 2

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:33 am
    Health News of the Day is a daily summary made from the selected links I post on Twitter. It is in a bullet points format with links to the original sources which include 350 RSS feeds that produce about 2,500 items per day:Wii sports video games may burn as many calories as moderate-intensity exercises such as brisk walking http://bit.ly/4nc2WYFolic Acid (B9) and Vitamin B12 May Increase Cancer Risk http://bit.ly/3m4UiL -- Folic acid supplements may raise cancer risk http://bit.ly/3Rn3pr and Selenium Supplements May Raise Heart Risk http://bit.ly/15Hw4MPharaoh to Friend: ‘Who’s Gonna…
 
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  • PeRSSonalized Medicine: Quality News and Resources about Leukemia

    berci.mesko@gmail.com (Bertalan Meskó)
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:15 pm
    I launched PeRSSonalized Medicine to help patients and doctors keep themselves up-to-date more easily without any kind of IT knowledge. It is an easy-to-use, free aggregator of quality medical information that lets you select your favourite resources and read the latest news and articles about a medical specialty or a medical condition in one personalized place. Now here is the newest category, PeRSSonalized Leukemia with all the quality news sites, blogs, peer-reviewed journals and web 2.0 tools focusing on leukemia. Some reasons why it is unique: You can search in the database. It means you…

  • Pharma and Social Media: Video Interviews

    berci.mesko@gmail.com (Bertalan Meskó)
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm
    I’ve given numerous presentations to pharma companies about how to embrace social media and it’s always a hard job. So when I see some kind of a strategy behind how the pharma sector should use web 2.0 properly, I’m glad because it means there is light in the tunnel.  First here is John Pugh (Director Corporate and External Communications) from Boehringer. Jack Barrette CEO of WEGO Health discusses Health Activism and his ideas about how the FDA can handle the challenges of Pharma involvement in social media. Jay Bryant of LiveWorld gives his take on social media and how…

  • More Scientists on Twitter

    berci.mesko@gmail.com (Bertalan Meskó)
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:47 pm
    I’ve already published some useful lists that feature medical professionals and scientists who use Twitter actively. A few examples: Best Science Twitterers Best Medical Student Twitterers from around the globe Best Medical Twitterers fom different medical specialties Constantly updated list of biomedical journals on Twitter Science Pond And now here is David Bradley’s list on SciScoop: 32 scientwists with 2000+ Twitter followers If you know other users who focus on medicine or science but have never been covered in any of these lists, please let us know.

  • Agenda for Personalized Medicine: Answers

    berci.mesko@gmail.com (Bertalan Meskó)
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:06 pm
    A few weeks ago, Pauline C. Ng, Sarah S. Murray, Samuel Levy and J. Craig Venter published a quite an interesting piece  in the October 8, 2009 issue of Nature. In this publication, they had really relevant suggestions for Direct-to-consumer genomics companies such as Navigenics or 23andMe. Now, surprisingly, they two giants published an answer together: Dear Editor: We read with interest the Opinion piece entitled “An agenda for personalized medicine” in the October 8, 2009 edition of Nature. Our two companies, though commercially distinct with differentiated products, would like to…

  • List of Hospitals in Social Media: Update

    berci.mesko@gmail.com (Bertalan Meskó)
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:45 am
    Ed Bennett has been updating a huge list of US hospitals that are engaged in social media. They manage a blog, or have Twitter, Youtube or Facebook accounts. Now there are 441 hospitals in the list and it’s still growing. 213 YouTube Channels 241 Facebook pages 323 Twitter Accounts 55 Blogs  
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  • What is a Neti Pot? How is it used? Why YOU should know!

    jason@organicjar.com (Jason Cairns)
    16 Nov 2009 | 10:05 pm
    (OrganicJar) If you don’t know what a Neti Pot is then your in for a great surprise, especially if you suffer from allergies or sinus infections. Even if you know what it is, maybe you don’t know how to use it. I created a quick fun video explaining how to use this ancient device and even invited a friend who’s never heard the word, give it a try for the first time. What Is A Neti Pot A Neti pot is a simple all natural way to clean and flush out your nasal cavities. It uses a warm saline solution(salt and water) and gravity to quickly and easily flush out the 4 nasal…

  • The Parisian Love Crumble – A Quick Delicious Raw Vegan Dessert

    jason@organicjar.com (Jason Cairns)
    25 Oct 2009 | 9:19 pm
    (OrganicJar) This is a quick delicious dessert by Lisa Paris. She calls it the Parisian Love Crumble and rightfully so! Watch the video to see just how easy and delicius this recipe is. There are only 5 ingredients and they are: Almonds – 1 cup Walnuts – 1.5 cups Strawberries – 2lbs Medjool Dates – cup Sea Salt – tiny pinch ENJOY! Related Articles: The Dill ‘D’ Weed Wrap – A Quick Amazing Snack! Organic Chia Seeds Finally Available in the US Walnuts Lower Cholesterol More Than Fish Raw Almonds Still Illegal Chia Seeds Are Natures Perfect Food

  • The Dill ‘D’ Weed Wrap – A Quick Amazing Snack!

    jason@organicjar.com (Jason Cairns)
    22 Oct 2009 | 1:59 pm
    (OrganicJar) This is a quick, extremely nutritional snack that will make your taste buds explode with pleasure! Related Articles: The Parisian Love Crumble – A Quick Delicious Raw Vegan Dessert The Effects of Sodium on Your Health What Your Tongue is Telling You About Your Health The Shocking Truth About Orange Juice – Must Watch! Huge Avocado Shortage Looms

  • The Shocking Truth About Orange Juice – Must Watch!

    jason@organicjar.com (Jason Cairns)
    18 Oct 2009 | 5:53 pm
    (OrganicJar) One of the great scams of the industrial food cartel is the so-called “fresh” orange juice sold in supermarkets. Alissa Hamiliton has written a new book on the subject called Squeezed: What You Don’t Know About Orange Juice I was shocked after watching this video! I knew that they added sugar but had no idea about these ‘flavor packets’ they added, or how each orange juice company has a specific orange juice ‘taste’ that they use. I want to know where on the nutritional label the flavor packets are listed, and whats in them! Reality Check…

  • How YOU Can Help Typhoon Ondoy Victims in the Philippines

    jason@organicjar.com (Jason Cairns)
    29 Sep 2009 | 6:01 pm
    (OrganicJar) This past weekend a devastating typhoon named Ketsana (Ondoy) swept through metro Manila creating a total blackout. Airlines were suspended, cellular service was down, hundreds have died and over 500,000 people are now homeless, many still waiting for help. It truly saddens me how there is little to no media coverage on what is ‘truly’ going on. Not only are hundreds of thousands of people homeless but they are also starving! I’ve spent a significant amount of time in the Philippines and before this tragedy, people would be on the streets begging for a spoonful of rice, I…
 
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  • The Senate Bill: Abortion And The Individual Mandate’s Constitutionality

    Timothy Jost
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:56 pm
    Editor’s Note: In the post below, Tim Jost looks at how the Senate Democratic health reform bill treats abortion coverage, and also at the question of the individual mandate’s constitutionality. In earlier posts, Jost took a first look at the Senate legislation and provided a detailed look at several issues that arise under the bill’s insurance reforms. Abortion. Early drafts of the health reform legislation attempted to ignore the issue of abortion, but in American politics, abortion is an issue that refuses to be ignored.  The problem is that current federal law only permits…

  • The Senate Bill: Getting Into The Details

    Timothy Jost
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:29 am
    Editor’s Note: In the post below, Tim Jost provides a detailed look at several issues that arise under the insurance reforms included in the Senate Democratic health reform bill. In an earlier post, Jost provided a first look at the bill. In a third post, Jost looks at how the bill treats abortion coverage and also at the question of the individual mandate’s constitutionality. My first post presented a broad overview of the Senate bill, HR 3590 and a more detailed analysis of the bill’s provisions that go into effect prior to the 2014 general effective date.  This post will…

  • The Senate Health Reform Bill: A First Look

    Timothy Jost
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:12 pm
    Editor’s Note: In the post below, Tim Jost takes a first look at the Senate Democratic health reform legislation. In a second post, Jost provides a detailed look at several issues that arise under the bill’s insurance reforms. In a third post, Jost looks at how the bill treats abortion coverage and also at the question of the individual mandate’s constitutionality. As readers of Health Affairs are undoubtedly already aware, the Senate Democratic leadership has released HR 3590, the 2,074-page Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.  The bill combines the Senate Health,…

  • The 2010 National Health Policy Conference

    Chris Fleming
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:21 pm
    Atul Gawande, leading surgeon and writer, and Margaret Hamburg, commissioner of food and drugs at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, are among the confirmed speakers for the 2010 National Health Policy Conference (NHPC). The conference, sponsored by AcademyHealth and Health Affairs, will take place February 8 and 9, 2010.  No other conference offers a more comprehensive and detailed look at health care reform. You can register for the 2010 NHPC online. This year’s NHPC agenda covers the depth and breadth of health care reform, providing a first-hand opportunity to learn how reform…

  • The Battle Over Rewarding Efficient Providers

    John Wennberg
    17 Nov 2009 | 2:39 pm
    Editor’s Note: In the post below, John Wennberg and Shannon Brownlee discuss the controversy over a proposed study of regional variations in Medicare spending. Wennberg and Brownlee rebut claims that spending and utilization variations among academic medical centers are due to differences in patient income, race, and health status. In another post coming next week, Wennberg and Brownlee will rebut claims that academic medical centers with higher utilization and spending produce better outcomes. To the casual observer of health care reform legislation, the reaction from several prominent…
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  • HHS panel’s mammogram recommendations slammed

    20 Nov 2009 | 9:31 am
    "The (task force) recommends against routine screening mammography in women aged 40 to 49 years." U.S. Preventative Services Task Force, Nov. 17, 2009 "My message to women is simple. Mammograms have always been an important life-saving tool in the fight against breast cancer and they still are today. Keep doing what you have been doing for years - talk to your doctor about your individual history, ask questions, and make the decision that is right for you."  Kathleen Sebelius, Health and Human Services Secretary,  Nov. 18. Related: Panel: Age 50 early enough to start mammograms Talk…

  • Interpol and U.S. agencies take part in global crackdown on counterfeit drugs

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:58 am
    The illegal trade of ineffective or dangerous copies of many commonly used drugs, including Viagra, steroids, slimming aids and antidepressants, is proliferating around the world. France, the United States and many other countries this week took part in a global effort to shut down the illegal trade in prescription drugs.  Most of the drugs are sold via virtual Internet drugstores, where half of them are counterfeit, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) which recently called the consumption of the products "a real danger to health.”Interpol today released the results of…

  • Five ancient crocodile species surface

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:40 am
    Paleontologists Paul Sereno and Hans Larsson today unveiled five ancient African crocodyliforms in the November National Geographic and in an extensive scientific paper published in the open access journal ZooKeys. Named BoarCroc, RatCroc, DogCroc, DuckCroc and PancakeCroc after their physical characteristics, the crocs were discovered in the Sahara by Sereno, a University of Chicago professor and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence, and Larsson, associate professor at McGill University in Montreal. One of the crocs has teeth resembling boar tusks and another has a snout like a…

  • Illuminating Health Care for All

    18 Nov 2009 | 10:01 am
    “Jeff's right that when it comes to our health care grid, America resembles a developing country,” commented George Trone, PhD, managing editor at The Yale Journal for Humanities in Medicine where the poem was first published. ---- We are misdirected on the health care issue, confused by the facts applied to all sides of the great shell game called the health care debate. It seems simple enough: Decide that all are entitled to health care (apparently they are, if you look at existing social programs, the county hospitals and the emergency rooms of countless other private…

  • Was the 2008 Sichuan earthquake provoked by dam construction?

    18 Nov 2009 | 5:39 am
    The May 12, 2008 Sichuan earthquake in south central China measured 8.0 Ms and 7.9 Mw on the Richter Scale. It resulted in the deaths of at least 68,000 people and many thousands more are still officially listed as missing. Its impact was felt in several neighboring countries and made buildings sway in places as far away as Shanghai, located 1,056 miles (1700 kilometers) from the epicenter. An American research team headed by Shemin Ge of the department of Geological Sciences at University of Colorado in Boulder, has raised the possibility of the dam being involved. The team’s…
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  • When women should have their first Pap smear; the new cervical cancer screening guidelines

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:13 pm
    Originally published in MedPage Today by Charles Bankhead, MedPage Today Staff Writer Women can wait longer for their first Pap smear and then repeat the test less frequently, according to recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). The organization now says women should begin cervical cancer screening with a Pap test at age 21. Subsequent tests should occur at two-year intervals until age 30, when the interval can be increased to once every three years for women who have had three consecutive negative tests. ACOG previously advised women to have an…

  • Discharged from the hospital without answers; the death of Jane Q. Patient

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    by Dan Walter We found out that her real name was Cindy Chapman, and that she died alone and afraid. Cindy was a paralegal, an activist and a fighter of lost causes who lived in Worcester, Massachusetts. She was part of an online community called RATEMDs, where she had many soul mates. Her posts on health care were funny and cynical and wise. Her screen name was Jane Q. Patient. My wife, Pam, was especially fond of trading comments and barbs with her. Like others on the forum, Jane Q. was prone to drop off the screen for days or weeks at at time. But she always resurfaced with stories of her…

  • Are older nurses being forced out of the profession?

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    Originally published in HCPLive.com by Colleen O’Leary, RN, MSN, AOCNS Last time I talked about how I had never really experienced the concept of nurses eating their young in action. However, I have seen the opposite begin to evolve. I see this as a bigger issue in nursing these days. The “putting out to pasture” of seasoned, experienced nurses is happening more often and for a variety of reasons. First, and foremost, is simply the fact that the pool of nurses inevitably follows the general aging of the nation. As baby boomers who once filled the halls of healthcare institutions…

  • How should the FDA regulate the social media advertising of drugs?

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    Originally published in MedPage Today by Emily P. Walker, MedPage Today Washington Correspondent Drug and device makers are urging the FDA to establish clear guidelines that will allow the industry to discuss and promote products in the unsettled world of online social media. The FDA is hearing testimony from drug and device companies, online marketing experts, and consumer groups about what steps the agency should take to move medical advertising and promotion into online communities. “The Internet is an important tool for consumers looking for answers about medications,” Michele…

  • Primary care disrespect starts early in medical school

    Kevin
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:00 am
    In medical schools, primary care continues to be among the least respected fields a student can choose. No where is that more starkly illustrated than in Pauline Chen’s recent New York Times piece, where she tells a story of a bright medical student who had the audacity to choose primary care as a career: Kerry wanted to become a primary care physician. Some of my classmates were incredulous. In their minds, primary care was a backup, something to do if one failed to get into subspecialty training. “Kerry is too smart for primary care,” a friend said to me one evening. “She’ll…
 
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  • Breast Cancer and Emotions

    Rob
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:25 am
    Breast cancer makes me quite emotional. My mother and two of my sisters have had breast cancer; all were picked up with mammograms.  A good friend of ours was diagnosed in her forties with aggressive breast cancer through mammography.  She is currently doing well. I don’t like breast cancer and am definitely against women dying from it. This is my backdrop when I consider the USPTF’s latest recommendations: The USPSTF recommends against routine screening mammography in women aged 40 to 49 years. The decision to start regular, biennial screening mammography before the age of 50…

  • New Podcast Up: Attention Deficit Part 2

    Rob
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:23 am
    The ongoing saga of ADD (and sometimes H) continues on today’s podcast.  I go into more details about how to diagnose it, and the why, what, and when about treatment.  (Go HERE for the podcast, or download it on iTunes.) One point I make in the podcast is that I do think that stimulant medications are over-prescribed.  They are often used in cases so a person can “do better.”  Nearly everyone can increase focus and do better when taking stimulant drugs.  The real question when considering treatment is whether the ADD is really causing problems. I am sad that our society…

  • Bad News

    Rob
    17 Nov 2009 | 8:50 am
    It’s that part of the job that I’ve never gotten used to.  I hope I never do. I saw a man recently with an unexpected finding on his exam – a “lesion” that should not have been there.  I was seeing him for his diabetes and blood pressure, and was doing my “ritual” physical exam, when the “lesion” blared into my vision. I say “ritual” exam because the exam itself had little to do with his medical problems.  It is just my practice to do a cursory  exam of the head, neck, chest, and lungs of most everyone who comes to the office.  I guess it’s the “laying on of…

  • Golden Haikus

    Rob
    15 Nov 2009 | 2:22 pm
    Yea!! It’s the time everyone has been waiting for.  I even got a call from Oprah asking if I have chosen the winner (she’s just jealous, you know).  It’s time to give away Golden Llamas!! Not so fast.  This post won’t actually award the GLA, but instead gives you all of the haikus in their glory (you are just going to have to wait, Oprah).  I am going to award GLA’s in a separate post so I can drag this out as long as possible. Since there were a lot of them (31, to be exact), I broke the haikus down into categories.  Plus, I just like bossing around poetry.

  • Gunk and Haikus

    Rob
    12 Nov 2009 | 9:44 am
    If you got a bunch of gunk in your reader yesterday, it was because I tried a new plugin and I guess I didn’t understand it.  If you enjoyed getting all of that in your reader, then you are welcome.  Here’s a haiku to express my emotions about this: I am so sorry About the gunk I sent you Sometimes I’m a dope Speaking of haikus, the contest is coming to an end.  Submit your haikus and over the weekend I will judge them.  There are so many good entries that I am not certain how I will decide.  Here’s a haiku to express my emotions on this: Contest is Ending…
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  • J&B’s Women’s Health Authors Live On It’s Your Health Radio - Nov. 19

    Jody Sullivan
    16 Nov 2009 | 8:38 am
    Dr. Linda Lewis Alexander and Dr. Judith H. LaRosa will appear on It’s Your Health Radio this Thursday, November 19, at 10:00 am EST. Drs. Alexander and LaRosa will be discussing menopause and sexual health, as well as their new book,New Dimensions of Women’s Health, Fifth Edition. The interview can be heard throughout Boston and most of Massachusetts by going to WUML 91.5 FM. It will also be streaming live at http://itsyourhealthradio.org/ for listeners all over the country! About the AuthorsLinda Lewis Alexander, PhD, FAAN has an extensive career in public health…

  • Women’s Health and Healing

    Barbara Sherman
    12 Nov 2009 | 6:19 am
     “Tend to your  vital heart, and all that you worry about will be solved.”  ~Rumi       I sit listening to Sacred Verses from India as I offer my thoughts for this first entry of Women’s Health and Healing.  This topic is dear to my heart.  I have worked with thousands of women as a childbirth educator, a pre-natal and post-partum exercise instructor and as a teacher of yoga and meditation.  Additionally I facilitate many yoga retreats and health and wellness seminars. I study human behavior. As a graduate of the USC…

  • AUPHA Invites Nominations for 2010 William B. Graham Prize

    Sophie Fleck
    19 Oct 2009 | 12:47 pm
    The Association of University Programs in Health Administration this week announced they are seeking nonimations for the William B. Graham Prize for Health Services Research prize:  The William B. Graham Prize for Health Services Research Prize, funded by the Baxter International Foundation, is the most prestigious and highly regarded recognition an individual researcher can receive in a career of health services research. The Graham Prize was established to recognize worldwide contributions to improved healthcare through research, particularly research that has a lasting impact on the…

  • The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice interviews J&B author

    Grace Richards
    16 Oct 2009 | 10:02 am
    Click below to read the interview with Dr. Morton Diamond, author of Medical Insights: From Classroom to Patient. http://ijahsp.nova.edu/articles/vol7num4/tocV7N4.htm The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice is an internationally peer-reviewed, open-access, scholarly, on-line journal dedicated to the exploration of allied health professional practice, research, and education.

  • Sense, Sensibility and Civility

    Sharon Buchbinder
    13 Oct 2009 | 6:37 am
    Many years ago when I worked as an IV therapist, I was frequently assigned to draw blood or restart IVs on patients in the ICU, CCU, Burn Unit, Pediatric ICU, or the Neonatal Unit. Patients in these areas were often unable to speak, unconscious, or comatose.  Despite their inability to respond verbally to my presence and my invasion of their body with needles, I was trained to treat every person as if they were alert and able to understand what I was saying. It was the courteous thing to do. One day I was asked to draw blood on a comatose patient in a private room on the Neurosurgical…
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  • Thanksgiving In The Raw: Take Two

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    photo: evergreenAnyone else in deep denial that Thanksgiving is next week? I mean, wasn't it just Labor Day?Ready or not, here we go, the start of another holiday season. Fa la la la la.Last year marked My First Thanksgiving In The Raw. Trust me when I say, raw on T-Day doesn't have to mean the crudité platter at the end of the buffet. It can be the buffet...and the dessert table...and the leftovers in the fridge too.If this is your first Thanksgiving sans turkey, like it was mine last year, it can seem a bit daunting. But think about it, in a traditional feast, what's the only non-veg dish…

  • take two, on apple seeds

    19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Dear GreenSmoothieGirl: Don’t apple seeds have cyanide or arsenic in them? (This was in response to yesterday’s post.) Answer: I don’t think Snopes is the final answer on everything, but I like how they research topics. Here they are on apple seeds: http://www.snopes.com/food/warnings/apples.asp If this troubles you, by all means take that extra step of cutting the seeds out. But let me say this: you can get yourself really worked up about all the “harmful” compounds in natural plant foods we eat every day. I’ve blogged here plenty–and written in my…

  • Struggle vs Challenge: my road to completion

    18 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Struggle vs Challenge: my road to completionIs your health journey a challenge or a struggle? A challenge may not be easy, but it can be joyful. A challenge is something that can be embraced even from the begin of the journey. A challenge, while it can be difficult, does not include the added dimension of resistance. A struggle is being in once place and needing to be in another. A struggle is not only difficult, but it is a burden. A struggle is a challenge that is filled with resistance. A struggle is no fun at all. How do you know where your journey stands? All you need to do is simply ask…

  • Raw Creamy Garlic Salad Dressing

    18 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Isn’t it amazing how many different, stunningly delicious salad dressings there are in the world?! It’s mind-boggling! There could easily be an entire blog devoted to nothing but raw salad dressings — and I bet, in the right hands, such a blog could go on 5 days / week for literally years before truly exhausting [...]

  • New Juicer Comparison (video)- Green Star vs Breville vs Hurom

    18 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Having green juice on a regular basis is very important for my family. We love it! It's invigorating. It's filled with easy-to-assimilate nutrients. It's powerful. It makes the cells in my body boogie-down as if they were listening to Earth, Wind, & Fire! Like the vegan version of being a vampire, I feel absolutely super-human when I’m drinking it. Fresh fruit and vegetable juices can do wonders for your body, spirit and mind. They can help cleanse your body and detox. They can fill you up with energy because you’re giving your digestion a rest with the removal of the fiber. They can help…
 
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  • Lust

    Lady Vroom
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:47 pm
    It's been a long while since I posted, but this is a topic that's been on my mind, and thought it warranted a quick post.Lust is a powerful drug. It took me weeks to "come off" the high of this last dude. My hormones were in such overload, I thought I would explode. It was even bad during my period - go figure! TMI, maybe yes, but fact is girls feel sexual stuff, too. And trust me when I say, I'm leaving out a _lot_ of details.Anyway, experiencing the physical withdrawal brought about much new understanding about my actions & behavior. So much so, that when I told my new sponsor about it,…

  • Sponsor

    Lady Vroom
    31 Oct 2009 | 6:25 pm
    My sponsor left a message for me today saying she didn't want to work with me anymore. It's very sad.She was one of the first people I met in my 12-step group that seemed to have something different than all the rest. Instead of having problems, she had solutions. The first time I met her, she was a speaker at a meeting I was attending regularly. Her share blew me away. People say you should ask someone to be your sponsor if they have something you want. Well, she had it.She had hope, compassion, drive, and a method to working the steps that seemed radically different, and more active, than…

  • Blame

    Lady Vroom
    27 Oct 2009 | 11:54 am
    Boy, I almost got stuck in a quagmire of blame on that last post. Thankfully the ODAAT was in my desk drawer, and I remembered to crack it open. I looked up "blame" in the index, and read all the entries. These golden nuggets are from those pages.--"On this day I promise God and myself that I will let go of the problem which is destroying my peace of mind. I pray for detachment from the situation..." (pg. 3)--"Now I'm learning to look squarely at each difficulty, not seeking whom to "blame" but to discover how my attitude helped to create my problem or aggravate it. I must learn to face the…

  • Promotion

    Lady Vroom
    27 Oct 2009 | 11:11 am
    Right now I'm terribly wrought with emotion. So much so, I don't know what to do except start writing.I made a few program calls, but wasn't able to reach anyone. Maybe I should keep trying... Most people are at work now, though.I found out today I lost out on a promotion at work. I didn't even know I was in the running for one. It went to another guy that deserves it, mostly, although I've never been a fan of his style. But on the whole, I'm happy for him.The reason my boss stated was that I still needed to "work on things", like my time management, and meetings. This was a reference to the…

  • On my way home

    Lady Vroom
    26 Oct 2009 | 12:29 am
    For the second time this year, I arrived back in Oakland from visiting my mom and wanted to cry.She's really not doing well. Probably she'll never be fully abled again. She's walking much better now, and doesn't need a cane. Her medication to stop the tremors on the right side of her body is really helping a lot.But, there is much she can't do, like make her bed, clip her fingernails, and sit for any length of time. The sitting part is due to her substantial weight loss. Essentially, her butt fell off. So, now all the chairs feel uncomfortable. It's time to get her a butt pillow, to carry…
 
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  • Early Health Care Reform Photoshop Entries Are Up

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:43 am
    Early US Health Care Reform Photoshop Contest entries are available to view here. (I did the one at left - sorry, it's ineligible). There's still plenty of time to submit your entry. Entries will be still be accepted until 30 Nov 2009 at 23:59 pm CST!-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist.

  • As Hospitals Gain Cardiologist Employees, Private Cardiologists Are Shunned

    18 Nov 2009 | 7:20 am
    An interesting story has developed in Missouri where a private group of cardiologists was asked to no longer see their patients at the local hospital. It seems the hospital hired it's own group of cardiologist-employees. Things grew so contentious according to the video accompanying the report, when the cardiologists asked for an OR lite, they were told to use a flashlight (the hospital disputes the claim).As the cardiologist shift to adjust for the economic realities that confront them, they have much more to lose from their patient relationships as its the patients that are inevitably…

  • Sebelius: Talking the Talk or Walking the Walk?

    17 Nov 2009 | 12:38 pm
    Here's a bit of the transcript from Kathleen Sebelius, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary, speaking to the Wall Street Journal's CEO Council (approximately 2 min, 45 sec into video) about saving health care costs:... There are lots of features of the House Bill and that are already in the Senate bill that change that (the way doctors are paid). We are beginning to move away, particularly in Medicare, from traditional fee-for-service pay that I would suggest not only causes redundancy but doesn’t encourage innovative, high quality, low cost practices to moving toward a system…

  • Medical Bloggers' Grand Rounds Is Up

    17 Nov 2009 | 9:49 am
    ... this week over at Colorado Health Insurance Insider.-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist.

  • Compensating Doctors for After-Hours Call Coverage

    17 Nov 2009 | 3:13 am
    Should there be a premium added to physician compensation for on-call coverage after hours, or are Medicare rates enough?This appears to be the central question between two competing hospitals in Longview, Texas where a $300,000 stipend was paid to a cardiology group by one hospital and not the other for cardiology on-call coverage.Guess which one the doctors are promoting now?Banos said the Diagnostic Clinic cardiologists recently approached Good Shepherd "demanding hundreds of thousands of dollars in compensation from Good Shepherd for providing call coverage to the patients of Good…
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  • Heartburn Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

    Joy Seeman
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:09 pm
    Heartburn–that burning sensation behind the breastbone which can radiate up to the throat. But when you reached for that second helping of lasagna or onion rings or whatever tasted so good, it didn’t enter your mind. Heartburn or acid reflux begins it churning and burning after you have left the dinner table. Heartburn can [...]

  • Bulimia Nervosa: Purging to Look Good

    Ronlad Uy
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:13 am
    Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder brought about by society’s huge pressure on people to look good. What society has failed to do is explain that looking good could also be done by living a healthy lifestyle. This has affected some people psychologically that more often than not, they undergo shortcuts just to maintain a [...]

  • Taking Care of Premature Babies

    Ronlad Uy
    17 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am
    Around half a million preterm babies are born in the United States each year. Numerous medical advances in the field of maternal and child care however, has not stopped the increase of premature births. Despite the alarming large number of premature births, many parents are still unaware of the serious health problems posed by preterm [...]

  • The Aging Process and the Digestive System

    Ronlad Uy
    14 Nov 2009 | 9:25 am
    Change is the only thing constant in the world, everybody ages, and that is a fact. No matter what kind of life you live, or how healthy you think you are right now, all of us eventually age, and what we do at this moment could determine how we live the rest of our lives. [...]

  • Laxatives – Which is Best for You?

    Joy Seeman
    11 Nov 2009 | 2:57 am
    If you have ever stood in a drug store and looked at all the available laxatives, you know how confusing it can be to make a good choice. There seem to be so many different types, and you do not have any idea which one is safer or better than the next. Before you purchase [...]
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  • Reebok Fitness Fashion is killer

    eatsmart
    20 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am
    I’ve never been one to think of what I will wear before hitting the gym. In fact, since leaving the corporate world, I’ve been hitting the gym without makeup and I just pull my hair in a butterfly clip and I run out the door. It’s so bad that some people who have known me for years from the gym don’t recognize me when they see me all dressed up outside of the gym. I just don’t believe in getting all dolled up to sweat! Now, I’ll admit that since starting this new site, I’ve been making a bit more effort and I’ve discovered the joys of fitness fashion (or fitness couture like I…

  • Combining ratatouille and polenta is simply brilliant!

    eatSmart
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:20 pm
    I’m on a cornmeal rant this month. If you remember in my last post, I told you of a new way to cook cornmeal and if you’ve missed it you can still catch the post here: New way of eating cornmeal I was casually surfing when I landed on this recipe and gasped because the recipe combined two of my favourite foods: Italian polenta and French ratatouille! I’ve been combining tomato sauce with my polenta for years, but I’ve never combined polenta with ratatouille. Most times, I eat my ratatouille with bread or with rice. It had to be two college kids who changed my ways. The delicious…

  • Holiday Starbucks drinks are full of calories!

    eatsmart
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:04 am
    ***Do you know how many calories are in your favourite Starbucks holiday drink?*** Holiday coffee drinks are back! You know what that means? An extra way to get off your diet and add loads of calories to your week. I know I might be part of the exception here, but I just find all those complicated Starbucks drinks to be more like dessert than coffee. I usually keep my coffee order extremely simple and you’ll only see me ordering one of these three coffee drinks: 1) a latte 2) a cappuccino 3) a macchiato. That’s it. I usually will order a low fat drink and I keep my drink to a tall (the…

  • Can potatoes be healthy? 25 healthy potato recipes to prove they can!

    eatSmart
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:20 pm
    Did you know that potatoes are among the top 5 vegetables most eaten in America. It’s no surprise that the other four are tomatoes, iceberg lettuce and onions are also among the most eaten vegetables in America. It’s funny how many people who eat French fries on a regular basis actually think they’re eating one portion of the 5 to 10 fruits and vegetables that we should be eating daily to support optimal health. Let’s get one thing straight: French fries (and chips just in case you were wondering) do NOT (they DO NOT) count as a vegetable when you are trying to eat 5 to 10 fruits and…

  • Dr. Oz 5 top vending machine choices to eat

    eatsmart
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:07 am
    If you are stuck and there is NOTHING else to eat other than food from a vending machine, would you know which one to pick in order not to throw off your diet? Luckily, Dr. Oz comes to the rescue and he reveals the top 3 healthiest choices you can make if you were stuck and you were forced to buy food from a vending machine. I guess in some strange way you can call this “healthy vending machine food choices”! Of course, this was another one of Dr. Oz’s game, but this show has a way of turning learning about food into something that is both educational and also fun. >>> Dr. Oz…
 
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  • For The Love of Food

    Darya Pino
    20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    For The Love of Food Welcome to Friday’s For The Love of Food, Summer Tomato’s weekly link roundup. If you only read one thing today make it Tom Venuto’s article about The Biggest Loser. The first time I saw the show I was inspired and loved it, but as the years progress it is clear it is not helping any of the “losers.” The Biggest Loser teaches people that weight loss is about torture and extremes, and they are destined to fail. I was going to write an article about it, but Tom does such a good job explaining my reasons I no longer feel the need to. But, of course,…

  • 30 Ways To Slow and Prevent Aging

    Darya Pino
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:05 am
    Today is my 30th birthday and a perfect time to reflect on life, the universe and everything. Despite being female and thus held to tough and often unrealistic physical standards, hitting my third decade doesn’t cause me anxiety about either my appearance or place in the world. In my experience, age is not an amount of time but a state of mind. As a child I always wanted to be a grown up, so I acted like one. It freaked my parents out sometimes, but that’s just how I was. In my mind, I still feel pretty much the same in that regard. I love to work hard and I thrive in positions of…

  • Healthy Snacks For After Your Workout

    Darya Pino
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:04 am
    Delicious Nuts “When I work out at the gym, I am there for a couple of hours and by the end of the first hour, I am still energized but start getting hungry. I read your article on packing food for lunch but wanted to specifically ask if you recommend any specific store bought bars.” I frequently get questions about different nutrition and energy bars. Generally I think all of them are a bad idea, since they are little more than processed food with added vitamins and/or other trendy diet ingredients–a hallmark of food from the Matrix. Energy and meal replacement bars serve…

  • Farmers Market Update: Last Call

    Darya Pino
    15 Nov 2009 | 6:03 am
    Last Call On Peppers! It’s getting really cold in the Bay Area, especially at night. That means the last of the late summer produce will be disappearing completely in a week or two: this is your last chance for peppers, tomatoes and eggplants until next summer. To capitalize on this situation I got myself a big bag of tomatillos, the green tomato-like fruit in a husk. If you aren’t familiar with tomatillos think of green Mexican salsa, which is made with them. They are kind of like a tomato but a bit more tangy and acidic. Tomatillos are wonderful in sauces and with meats. I…

  • For The Love of Food

    Darya Pino
    13 Nov 2009 | 6:07 am
    For The Love of Food Welcome to Friday’s For The Love of Food, Summer Tomato’s weekly link roundup. I’ve been in such a wonderful mood lately, I hope it’s contagious. I’ve discovered tons of fantastic food blogs the past few weeks and really look forward to sharing the best of what I find with you. This week I have compiled a list of articles that made me smile. And just to keep the chill vibe, I omitted the B.S. of the week. I still need votes for the People’s HealthBlogger Award by Wellsphere and would greatly appreciate your support. Wellsphere is a fantastic…
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  • Heartburn Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

    Joy Seeman
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:09 pm
    Heartburn–that burning sensation behind the breastbone which can radiate up to the throat. But when you reached for that second helping of lasagna or onion rings or whatever tasted so good, it didn’t enter your mind. Heartburn or acid reflux begins it churning and burning after you have left the dinner table. Heartburn can [...]

  • Bulimia Nervosa: Purging to Look Good

    Ronlad Uy
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:13 am
    Bulimia Nervosa is an eating disorder brought about by society’s huge pressure on people to look good. What society has failed to do is explain that looking good could also be done by living a healthy lifestyle. This has affected some people psychologically that more often than not, they undergo shortcuts just to maintain a [...]

  • Taking Care of Premature Babies

    Ronlad Uy
    17 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am
    Around half a million preterm babies are born in the United States each year. Numerous medical advances in the field of maternal and child care however, has not stopped the increase of premature births. Despite the alarming large number of premature births, many parents are still unaware of the serious health problems posed by preterm [...]

  • The Aging Process and the Digestive System

    Ronlad Uy
    14 Nov 2009 | 9:25 am
    Change is the only thing constant in the world, everybody ages, and that is a fact. No matter what kind of life you live, or how healthy you think you are right now, all of us eventually age, and what we do at this moment could determine how we live the rest of our lives. [...]

  • Laxatives – Which is Best for You?

    Joy Seeman
    11 Nov 2009 | 2:57 am
    If you have ever stood in a drug store and looked at all the available laxatives, you know how confusing it can be to make a good choice. There seem to be so many different types, and you do not have any idea which one is safer or better than the next. Before you purchase [...]
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  • Discover the Key to Your Own Health While Saving Money on Medical Bills

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:37 am
    Are you one of the millions of Americans for whom health care is one of your primary concerns?  Everyone deserves adequate health coverage in case tragedy or serious illness strikes. But what about our day to day well-being? Nobody wants to visit the doctor every time a runny nose or fever shows up in the house.  Wouldn't it be a relief to know that you could handle the minor illnesses on your own?  Or even better, wouldn't you like to live a lifestyle that serves to prevent illness in the first place?  The key to good health lies in drawing upon the wisdom of ancient medical systems that…

  • The Yoga of (Un) Multi-Tasking

    13 Nov 2009 | 11:48 am
    Are you proud of being an excellent multi-tasker? Do you thrive off the adrenaline rush that comes from doing at least 10 things at once?  Maybe you feel like there's not enough time in the day to get everything done, so you never do just one thing at a time. It's hard not to do a lot of things at the same time, but new research shows that multi-tasking actually means you get less done and it's not done as well. The impact of multi-tasking on your health may take a while to show up, but according to yoga and Ayurvedic philosophy, this lack of focus creates Vata imbalance and keeps you from…

  • 5 Ways Ayurveda Might Cramp Your Style

    5 Nov 2009 | 8:13 am
    1.  Ayurveda might advise you to stop eating your favorite foods. Ayurve