New research shows a test can identify which early-stage breast cancer patients can safely skip chemotherapy
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/great-news-for-many-breast-cancer-patients/
Monday, September 28, 2015
Research suggests chemotherapy alternative for early-stage breast cancer
Cancer researchers say early-stage breast cancer patients may have alternatives to chemotherapy
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/research-suggests-chemotherapy-alternative-for-early-stage-breast-cancer/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/research-suggests-chemotherapy-alternative-for-early-stage-breast-cancer/
Veteran finds peace in yoga class
After a blast in Iraq took both of his legs, a friend suggested Iraq War veteran Dan Nevins try yoga to help with his flashbacks
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/veteran-finds-peace-in-yoga-class/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/veteran-finds-peace-in-yoga-class/
Treatment for breast cancer patients may soon change
Chemotherapy has long been the standard treatment for most breast cancer patients, but soon that may change, thanks to a new study
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/treatment-for-breast-cancer-patients-may-soon-change/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/treatment-for-breast-cancer-patients-may-soon-change/
Experts Link Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals to Diabetes, Obesity
People who are trying to lose weight or manage diabetes should try to change their lifestyle not only to exercise or cut calories, but also to avoid hormone-disrupting chemicals that may be contributing to their condition, experts say.
From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20150928/chemicals-strongly-linked-to-health-problems?src=RSS_PUBLIC
Test could help many breast cancer patients skip chemo
A new gene-activity test accurately identifies many women with early stage cancer who can safely skip chemotherapy
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/test-could-help-many-breast-cancer-patients-skip-chemo/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/test-could-help-many-breast-cancer-patients-skip-chemo/
Mom's Facebook warning: Kissing baby led to herpes
Mother cautions other parents that newborns can face an unlikely danger
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/moms-facebook-warning-kissing-baby-leads-to-herpes-infection/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/moms-facebook-warning-kissing-baby-leads-to-herpes-infection/
Childhood stress linked to heart trouble later in life
Persistent stress may have as serious an impact on heart health as childhood obesity, research suggests
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/childhood-stress-linked-to-heart-trouble-later-in-life/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/childhood-stress-linked-to-heart-trouble-later-in-life/
Baby born missing most of brain celebrates milestones
Most babies born with this severe brain defect can't survive more than a few days, but Jaxon is sitting up and starting to talk
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/baby-born-missing-most-of-brain-celebrates-first-birthday/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/baby-born-missing-most-of-brain-celebrates-first-birthday/
Sweetened Drinks May Damage Heart, Review Finds
Added sugars raise risk of heart troubles, stroke, experts say
From: http://www.webmd.com/heart/news/20150928/sweetened-drinks-may-damage-heart-review-finds?src=RSS_PUBLIC
Genes Help Set Menopause Timing: Study
Findings might one day lead to fertility predictions, experts say
From: http://www.webmd.com/menopause/news/20150928/genes-help-set-menopause-timing-study?src=RSS_PUBLIC
More Evidence Daily Aspirin May Fight Colon Cancer, Other Gastro Tumors
4-year study found survival doubled for gastrointestinal cancer patients who took low-dose pill each day
From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20150928/more-evidence-daily-aspirin-may-fight-colon-cancer-other-gastro-tumors?src=RSS_PUBLIC
Childhood Trauma May Boost Heart Disease Risk for a Lifetime
Learning how to manage stress effectively might help, experts say
From: http://www.webmd.com/children/news/20150928/childhood-trauma-may-boost-heart-disease-risk-for-a-lifetime?src=RSS_PUBLIC
Health Highlights: Sept. 28, 2015
Religious Nonprofits Challenging Birth Control Coverage Rules New U.S. Program Seeks to Reduce HIV Infections in Africa FDA Approves New Diabetes Treatment
From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20150928/health-highlights-sept-28-2015?src=RSS_PUBLIC
New outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx
A month after New York City declared an end to the worst Legionnaires' outbreak in its history, the disease flares up again
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-outbreak-of-legionnaires-disease-in-the-bronx/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-outbreak-of-legionnaires-disease-in-the-bronx/
Ann Romney opens up about battle with MS, family in memoir
Romney discusses going from fear to determination to being a "message of hope" for others coping with a neurologic disease
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/ann-romney-details-fight-against-multiple-sclerosis-mitt-romney-and-more-in-memoir-in-this-together/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/ann-romney-details-fight-against-multiple-sclerosis-mitt-romney-and-more-in-memoir-in-this-together/
Reimbursement Accounts Mobile App Overview - Mayo Clinic Health Solutions
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikaJ8hM9sF0
Reimbursement Accounts Portal - Online Claim Filing for FSA and HRA - Mayo Clinic Health Solutions
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I65cYlBeNfw
Reimbursement Accounts Portal Overview - FSA and HRA - Mayo Clinic Health Solutions
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bF8ZtGRZDI
Computer-Aided Mammograms May Not Be Worth the Cost: Study
Software doesn't appear to improve cancer detection rates, researcher says
From: http://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/news/20150928/computer-aided-mammograms-may-not-be-worth-the-cost-study?src=RSS_PUBLIC
Delivery Science Summit 2015 - What Have You Learned?
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmhM9I90nJA
Delivery Science Summit 2015 - What Do You Hope To Learn?
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyoghGH_nH0
Delivery Science Summit 2015 - Define Delivery Science
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtPaNoAmalA
Delivery Science Summit 2015 - What Brought You Here?
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfhiNOeINK4
Delivery Science Summit 2015 - Why Did You Come?
From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sp2F6fTz5fY
Why some parents don’t follow the “safe sleep” recommendations for babies
There’s almost nothing more terrifying for the parents of newborns than sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS: the idea that you could put a perfectly healthy baby down to sleep, only to find him or her dead an hour later, is unspeakably horrible.
I have lost two patients to SIDS, and indeed, it was unspeakably horrible.
There are some simple recommendations that can help parents keep their babies safer — and yet many parents don’t follow them. In a recent study, more than half of the parents studied weren’t following three of the recommendations. How could that be?
The first part of the problem, I think, is that SIDS is confusing — not just for parents, but for doctors too. Not every baby who dies in his or her sleep dies for the same reason; there are various different factors and causes. That’s why we actually use a term that is less well known: sudden unexplained infant death, or SUID. Some of those babies die because they have stopped breathing (in some cases, because their brains didn’t respond to the usual signals to change position or breathe more), and some of those babies die of suffocation or strangulation from bedding — or because someone rolled over on them during sleep. We can’t always tell the difference once the child has died. Because there are various causes, we have various different recommendations — and that confuses parents.
The other part of the problem is that some of the recommendations seem to go against either previous recommendations or common sleep customs — and some of them can be hard for some families and some babies. Given that SUID is rare — it only happens to about 100 out of every 100,000 babies born in the US — some families feel that it’s okay to do what Grandma says or what is easiest, instead of following the doctor’s instructions.
Here are the main recommendations — and why some families don’t follow them.
Always put your baby on his back to sleep
The “Back to Sleep” recommendation, instituted in 1994, has made a huge impact on the incidence of SUID/SIDS. Sleeping on the back helps in two ways. First of all, it makes it less likely that the baby will smother in the bedding. Second, we know that for some babies, the problem is that their brains haven’t figured out that when they start to smother, they should turn their heads or their bodies and breathe. It’s not that they can’t turn their heads or roll over; it’s that they don’t.
This recommendation seems straightforward, but I’ve talked to many families who struggle with it because their babies startle themselves awake when they are on the back. On the belly, they snuggle in and sleep just fine. The best advice I can give those families is: keep trying. Over time (which may include some sleepless nights), most babies can learn to sleep on the back.
I’ve also talked to families who worry that the baby might spit up during the night and choke on it if they are on the back. This is actually why the belly position was recommended for years. But it turns out that this is incredibly rare. Some babies have medical conditions that require sleeping on the belly, but parents should only do this if the doctor advises it.
Don’t put your baby in bed with you
The safest place for a newborn to sleep is in the parents’ room — so that they can be aware of the baby’s needs — but in his or her own sleep space, such as a crib (with a firm mattress — soft ones can lead to smothering). Many families find co-sleeping not just comforting but convenient, as many babies so love being with a parent that they sleep better that way. Again, my advice is to keep trying. Safety is always more important than convenience.
Keep the crib bare
This means no crib bumpers, no pillows, no stuffed animals, and — the one that is hardest for parents — no blankets (which means no swaddling, as that involves a blanket). To cut the risk of smothering, Baby should be the only thing in the crib. If it’s chilly, a blanket sleeper can do the trick. As soft and wonderful as blankets may feel to older children and grownups, they simply aren’t worth the risk for babies. And overheating can increase the risk of SIDS, too.
Consider using a pacifier
We don’t know exactly why, but pacifier use lowers the risk of SIDS. It may be that it keeps them at a different, safer level of sleep. Some parents worry about using pacifiers; they feel that it can interfere with breastfeeding or lead to later dental problems. But most babies who use pacifiers don’t have problems with breastfeeding (especially since pacifiers don’t produce milk), and there’s plenty of time to get rid of the pacifier before it causes problems with the teeth.
Don’t smoke
Exposure to cigarette smoke both before and after birth increases the risk of SIDS. It’s not good for the smoker, either. But for some parents, quitting smoking can be very hard. For help, call 1-800-QUITNOW or visit www.women.smokefree.gov.
Parents should talk to their doctor if they have questions or if they are having trouble with the recommendations. We are here to help. Like you, we want to keep your baby safe — and alive.
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From: Claire McCarthy, MD http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-some-parents-dont-follow-the-safe-sleep-recommendations-for-babies-201509288362
USDA Announces $8.8 Million to Support a Diverse Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers
WASHINGTON, September 28, 2015 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced $8.4 million to support the work of 54 partner organizations in 35 states to provide training, outreach and technical assistance for socially disadvantaged, tribal and veteran farmers and ranchers. An additional $400,000 will help establish the Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers Policy Research Center at Alcorn State University in Lorman, Miss.
From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2015/09/0268.xml&contentidonly=true
From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2015/09/0268.xml&contentidonly=true
Children in Foster Homes Need Better Health Care
American Academy of Pediatrics says kids may be traumatized and require more consistent treatment
From: http://www.webmd.com/children/news/20150928/children-in-foster-homes-need-better-health-care?src=RSS_PUBLIC
New Drug May Give Small Survival Boost to Some With Advanced Lung Cancer
Nivolumab is most effective in tumors with a particular gene mutation, researchers report
From: http://www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/news/20150927/new-drug-may-boost-survival-a-bit-for-some-with-advanced-lung-cancer?src=RSS_PUBLIC
New Immune-Focused Drug Shows Promise Against Advanced Kidney Cancer
Opdivo appears to outperform older med, Afinitor, in new clinical trial
From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20150925/new-immune-focused-drug-shows-promise-against-advanced-kidney-cancer?src=RSS_PUBLIC
Behind the plastic surgery boom in South Korea
South Korea, a country of about 50 million people, accounted for nearly a million cosmetic procedures
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/behind-the-plastic-surgery-boom-in-south-korea/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/behind-the-plastic-surgery-boom-in-south-korea/
"In This Together": Ann Romney on new book, fighting MS and 2016 GOP race
She talks candidly about her journey with the disease that took her from fear to determination to hope
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/in-this-together-ann-romney-on-new-book-fighting-ms-and-2016-gop-race/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/in-this-together-ann-romney-on-new-book-fighting-ms-and-2016-gop-race/
Your Rights, One Voice: Ella’s Story
“You made SUCH a big difference in our lives. Thank you.”
That was the message sent from Beth Burns, mother of 6-year-old Ella, to one of the American Diabetes Association’s Legal Advocates.
Months earlier, Ella’s parents had enrolled her in a Snohomish School District (Washington) program, held once per week for home-schooled children. Ella has type 1 diabetes and needs to take insulin on a daily basis to survive. The school needed to confirm that someone would be available to help Ella with insulin or glucagon, if she had a medical emergency. The school assured Ella’s parents that a school nurse, who worked half-days at the program, would be available.
Ella was all set for the program. But the weekend before her first day, the school nurse called and said that the school could not care for Ella. More than that, she stated the school was not required to do so.
The school’s position was that because the program was a “choice” program, it did not have to provide any school services or modifications above those that were already in place for the students.
The school had withdrawn its promise for Ella’s care, and that meant that she would not be able to attend the program. So, Beth contacted the Association for help.
Beth learned that Ella had rights. Under federal law (the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act), the school was required to meet Ella’s medical needs and allow her to attend the program.
With the help of the Association’s Legal Advocate, Beth wrote a letter to the head of the school district’s Special Education Program. After a meeting to discuss the issue, they were able to work things out.
“What you do truly changes lives—Ella LOVES her program. Instead of her first lesson in the ‘real world’ being that ‘diabetes holds you back from doing what you want to do,’ it’s been one of inclusion and support by her community.”–Beth Burns
The American Diabetes Association leads the effort to prevent and eliminate discrimination against people with diabetes at school, at work and in other parts of daily life. If you need help, call 1-800-DIABETES or visit http://diabetes.org/gethelp.
Through our nationwide Safe at School program, the Association is dedicated to making sure that all children with diabetes are medically safe at school and have the same educational opportunities as their peers. Visit our Safe at School website for information and resources.
Give the gift of fairness — donate now to help people with diabetes facing discrimination, just like Ella.
From: American Diabetes Association http://diabetesstopshere.org/2015/09/28/your-rights-one-voice-ellas-story/
Transgender experience in the ER: "I was a freak show"
Troubling account of a transgender patient's humiliating experience in an emergency room highlights disparities in health care
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/transgender-experience-in-the-er-i-was-a-freak-show/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/transgender-experience-in-the-er-i-was-a-freak-show/
Big change ahead for early breast cancer treatment?
It could stem from a major study of a gene-activity test's ability to predict whether a prevalent form of treatment is needed
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/big-change-ahead-for-early-breast-cancer-treatment/
From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/big-change-ahead-for-early-breast-cancer-treatment/
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