Thermometers: Understand the options

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/fever/in-depth/thermometers/art-20046737

Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHrcEo1r4e0

​California lawmakers approve right-to-die legislation

Still unclear whether Gov. Jerry Brown will sign the bill into law, which would allow terminally-ill patients to legally end their lives

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/california-lawmakers-approve-right-to-die-legislation/

Study suggests change to target blood pressure

Currently, the preferred target for blood pressure is 140 below or less, but a new study suggests that may be wrong

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/study-suggests-change-to-target-blood-pressure/

Funding for 9/11 health program set to expire

Many of the first responders who worked in the ruins of the World Trade Center developed serious illnesses following 9/11

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/funding-for-911-health-program-set-to-expire/

Federal program for Ground Zero workers set to expire

Firefighter who worked in the ruins of the World Trade Center said site was a "toxic soup ... Who knows what you were breathing in?"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/health-effects-of-911-linger-for-ground-zero-workers/

From Dave to Christine: Vt. CEO shares transgender experience

"I would never want to go to my grave knowing I didn't tell the world about this"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/from-dave-to-christine-ceo-who-is-transgender-begins-transition/

Identical twins fighting same cancer battle

These infant twin girls share many things; sadly, that includes the same cancer diagnosis

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/identical-twin-girls-fighting-same-cancer-battle/

Diet soda drinkers more likely to eat unhealthy foods

Researchers say consuming diet drinks may lead to a compensation effect

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/diet-beverage-drinkers-more-likely-to-make-unhealthy-food-choices/

Schools stock up on heroin overdose antidote

In some communities with high rates of opioid abuse, school nurses say they need the option

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/schools-stock-up-on-heroin-overdose-antidote/

Blood Pressure: How Low to Go?

When it comes to treating high blood pressure, lower is better, a new study shows. WebMD asks two experts what the results mean for people with high BP.

From: http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/news/20150911/blood-pressure-how-low?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Does Hopping Help Your Hips?

Hopping for 2 minutes a day can help bone health in older men, U.K. researchers say. But it's too soon to recommend that people try it at home, they add. WebMD has the details.

From: http://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/news/20150911/hopping-hips-bones?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Inviting Medical Education Faculty to Faculty Upgrade 2.0 - A Faculty Development Course

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1wyQmFmScc

'You Can Catch Alzheimer’s': Really?

After some scary headlines out of the U.K., should you be worried about catching Alzheimer’s disease? “No,” says an expert. “And then I would repeat, ‘No.’ And again, ‘No.’" WebMD takes a look at the science.

From: http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20150911/catch-alzheimers-disease?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Constant Social Media Presence May Jeopardize Teens' Mental Health

Adolescents could be more vulnerable than adults, expert says

From: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20150911/constant-social-media-presence-may-jeopardize-teens-mental-health?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mayo Clinic Minute - Peanuts, Sleep, Eating on the Go

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9BXiYF_sQ8

Constant Social Media Presence May Jeopardize Teens' Mental Health

Adolescents could be more vulnerable than adults, expert says

From: http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20150911/constant-social-media-presence-may-jeopardize-teens-mental-health?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Ground Zero survivors still battling health problems

Many who lived, worked or attended school in the area have ongoing medical needs

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/ground-zero-survivors-still-battling-health-problems/

Childhood Cancer facts and treatment information

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNFGyyRl9es

Study backs more aggressive blood pressure treatment

Major new study finds lower blood pressure target significantly reduces the risk of heart disease and death

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/study-backs-more-aggressive-treatment-for-high-blood-pressure/

Should be we scared of this ancient, giant virus?

Prehistoric viruses are brought back to life after being frozen in permafrost deep in the Siberian tundra

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/should-be-we-scared-of-this-ancient-giant-virus/

9/11 survivors still struggle with health problems

14 years after the Sept. 11 attack, thousands of people who lived and worked in Lower Manhattan continue to suffer from breathing problems, PTSD and other health concerns

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/911-survivors-still-struggle-with-health-problems/

Why 6 men ate 6,000 calories a day for science

A week of rapid weight gain helped scientists gain insights into a common disease ​

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/these-men-ate-6000-calories-a-day-for-science/

Could Eating Fish Help Ward Off Depression?

Consuming more meals from the sea linked to lower risk, study suggests, but cause-and-effect not proven

From: http://www.webmd.com/depression/news/20150910/could-eating-fish-help-ward-off-depression?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Gut Bugs May Affect Body Fat, 'Good' Cholesterol Levels

But finding does not prove certain intestinal bacteria determine size of one's waistline

From: http://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/news/20150910/gut-bugs-may-affect-body-fat-good-cholesterol-levels?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How gut bacteria influence weight, heart health

The gut's micribiome plays an important role in weight, fat and good cholesterol levels, researchers say

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/gut-bacteria-microbiome-influence-weight-heart-health/

Dr. William Haley - Landmark SPRINT study on hypertension

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZED_pRUEvEI

New food safety rules issued after deadly outbreaks

Long-delayed rules aim to reduce outbreaks of salmonella, E. coli and other illnesses spread through contaminated food

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-food-safety-rules-issued-in-wake-of-deadly-outbreaks/

New Report Shows Farm to School Grants Have Increased Likelihood that 6.9 Million Kids Will Eat More Healthy Food at School, Created New Local Market Opportunities for Farmers

WASHINGTON, Sept. 11, 2015 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the release of a new report that shows that USDA’s Farm to School Grant Program, established and funded through the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, has helped 12,300 schools improve nutritious meal options made with local ingredients for 6.9 million students, while expanding market opportunities for family farmers and ranchers in their communities. Recent studies published in Childhood Obesity and Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior indicate that strong farm to school programs can impact consumption of fruits and vegetables, leading to reductions in plate waste.

From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2015/09/0251.xml&contentidonly=true

How your gut bacteria may be linked to heart health

A new study finds our gut bacteria are linked to weight, fat and good cholesterol levels

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/how-your-gut-bacteria-may-be-linked-to-heart-health/

Miss South Carolina 2015: Paving the Way to Stop Diabetes®

Miss South Carolina 2015, Daja Dial, is the newest member of our Celebrity Cabinet and has joined the fight to Stop Diabetes. A family history of type 2 diabetes, plus her brother’s struggles with late-onset type 1 diabetes, led Dial to support the cause.

Read on to learn more about her story and how winning the Miss America 2016 title would help drive more awareness about diabetes. And don’t forget to tune in live on Sunday, September 13 (9:00 – 11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Network.

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I am Daja Dial, Miss South Carolina 2015, and I am an advocate for people with type 1 and 2 diabetes. My brother lives with type 1, my grandmother has prediabetes and my great-grandmother, at 92 years old, is blind from complications of type 2. This family history, plus my brother’s struggles with accepting his disease and transitioning to adulthood, led me to join the fight. I vowed to do all that I possibly could to keep others from experiencing that same struggle!

This week I am in Atlantic City, New Jersey, vying for the title of Miss America 2016. I have recently concluded my preliminary interview with the judges and had the honor of winning the Lifestyle and Fitness preliminary! At the forefront of my mind during the intense 10-minute interview was my brother, my grandmother, great-grandmother and the nearly 30 million other Americans living with diabetes.

Winning Miss America would be a dream come true. Not because I would have a new crown or a new title, but because it would provide me a bigger stage to make a difference for all people with diabetes.  For me the crown is about believing in myself, and believing that I can make a difference. Far too many lives are impacted and taken early by diabetes. I believe that can be changed.

I want everyone to believe in themselves. Believe that you can overcome your struggle. Believe you have power to manage your diabetes, no matter the type. Believe that you can make a difference in your life and the lives of others. Believe we will find a cure.

And believe there are passionate people out there working every day to inspire, encourage and motivate that change. I believe we will Stop Diabetes, and I’m thrilled to be a part of that!

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To learn more about Daja, read her interview in Diabetes Forecast.

From: American Diabetes Association http://diabetesstopshere.org/2015/09/11/miss-south-carolina-stop-diabetes/