Heartfelt reunion between patient and nurse

Nurse meets with grown woman she cared for as severely-burned baby

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/heartfelt-reunion-between-patient-and-nurse/

Fetal Tissue Research: FAQ

Although fetal tissue research has made headlines in recent months, the controversy about it is nothing new. WebMD has the details

From: http://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20150929/fetal-tissue-research?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Decades later, woman burned as baby reunites with nurse

After 40 years, a woman finally tracked down the nurse who cared for her after she suffered severe burns as an infant

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/woman-burned-as-a-baby-reunites-with-nurse-who-cared-for-her/

Blood Tests May Predict Pregnancy Risks for Women With Lupus

As early as 12 weeks, checks can signal danger of complications for both mother and baby, study contends

From: http://www.webmd.com/lupus/news/20150929/blood-tests-may-predict-pregnancy-risks-for-women-with-lupus?src=RSS_PUBLIC

First patient receives stem cell treatment for blindness

Doctors in the U.K. expect to know by December whether the treatment helps common cause of vision loss

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/scientists-start-stem-cell-trial-that-aims-to-cure-blindness/

Study Finds Treatment Promises for Autoimmune Cerebellar Ataxia

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsriW0BD638

Mayo Clinic Minute: Ankle Sprains, Fatty Foods, Apples

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TsSotlj3lM

Implanted Device May Help Ease Sleep Apnea, Small Study Shows

For some, it might work better than current standard treatment, researcher says

From: http://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/sleep-apnea/news/20150929/implanted-device-may-help-ease-sleep-apnea-small-study-shows?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Hormone Therapy Safe During Ovarian Cancer?

Hormone replacement therapy may be safe for women with ovarian cancer, according to a new study. WebMD has the details.

From: http://www.webmd.com/ovarian-cancer/news/20150929/hrt-ovarian-cancer-women?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Actress Laura Benanti opens up about her miscarriage

The Tony winner and TV star encourages other women to talk about the "Voldemort of women's health issues"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/actress-laura-benanti-opens-up-about-her-miscarriage/

#C2HFCC Broadband Health Summit at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville on Oct. 1, 2015

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCtPadzxc1o

Broadband Health Summit

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCgdcUSB4t0

Dieters: Don't Replace Saturated Fats With Processed Carbs

Study found those who turned to whole grains and healthy fats saw a drop in heart risks

From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/20150929/dieters-dont-replace-saturated-fats-with-processed-carbs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

More Evidence High-Fiber, Mediterranean Diet Is Good for You

Plant-based regimens can boost fatty acids that lower your risk for diabetes, heart disease, study says

From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/20150929/more-evidence-high-fiber-mediterranean-diet-is-good-for-you?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Toppling TVs a Risk to Kids

Three-fourths of injuries occurred when children weren't closely supervised, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/children/news/20150929/toppling-tvs-a-risk-to-kids?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Cancer May Be a Hidden Danger to the Heart: Report

Austrian researchers find telltale signs of heart disease in newly diagnosed cancer patients

From: http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20150928/cancer-may-be-a-hidden-danger-to-the-heart-report?src=RSS_PUBLIC

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/diabetes/news/20150928/chemicals-strongly-linked-to-health-problems?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Tinder, Grindr fight back against STD billboards

Two popular mobile dating apps are pushing back against an ad campaign linking them to sexually transmitted diseases

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/tinder-grindr-fight-back-against-std-billboards/

USDA Announces $2.6 Million in Grants for Infrastructure and Economic Development Projects on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation

PINE RIDGE INDIAN RESERVATION, S.D., Sept. 29, 2015 - Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack awarded $2.6 million in grants for seven projects to support economic development and improve the economy on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2015/09/0269.xml&contentidonly=true

USDA Helps Rural Businesses Create Jobs and Increase Economic Opportunities

PINE RIDGE, S.D., Sept. 29, 2015 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today awarded nearly $20 million through 385 grants to help support the start-up or expansion of rural small businesses.

From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2015/09/0270.xml&contentidonly=true

Can Hypnotics Help Celiac Disease Patients Get a Good Night’s Sleep? - Celiac Disease in the News

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXQ0VgJCGJc

Breaking News: The scoop on a key project for the American Diabetes Association and JDRF

The American Diabetes Association and JDRF co-hosted a gathering of scientists with distinct expertise in type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, immunology, microbiology and technology. The experts agreed upon research priorities centered on understanding how the microorganisms that live in our bodies impact diabetes and obesity.

Overwhelmed? Don’t be. We broke it down in our Q&A below.

What did they actually talk about?

• Human cells. And, human health.Specifically, they explored the microorganisms that inhabit the human body and their genetic makeup, which is known as the “microbiome,” and how these microorganisms are important factors in human health.

Okay, so what about the microbiome?

• Within the first year of life, a community of microbes becomes established in the human gut. The exact composition of the population depends on the environment and diet, but is also influenced by the genes and immune system of the human host. Once it is established, the gut microbiota can be modified or changed by a number of factors including diet, probiotics, antibiotics and other pharmaceutical agents. Interestingly, these changes in the microbiota can also influence the human host’s metabolic function and other aspects of health.

Future findings may have an impact on diabetes. How?

• Right now we know that the composition of the gut microbiome in people with obesity or diabetes is different from those who are lean. The composition also appears to be different between children who develop type 1 diabetes and those who do not. These differences suggest that something about obesity and diabetes may alter the microbiome, or alternatively, that microbiome composition may predispose individuals to these diseases.

• The assembled researchers agreed upon what needs to be further explored to understand the impact of the microbiome on diabetes and obesity. The two organizations’ report was published summarizing the findings from this meeting, and highlighting the types of research that will be required to further advance this field of study. You can read the Association-JDRF joint press release here.

What’s the goal of this research?

• Thanks in part to new technologies that allow large scale genomic sequencing and data analyses, the relationships between the microbiome and disease can now be addressed in a number of different ways. The ultimate goal is to develop and test microbiota-related interventions to prevent and treat diabetes.

With better understanding of the links between the microbiome and human health, we may be able to see a day when we can modify the bacteria living in our guts to prevent and treat diabetes.

For more information read the full paper here and check out the joint press release.

From: American Diabetes Association http://diabetesstopshere.org/2015/09/29/ada-and-jdrf-microbiome/

Toppled TVs pose increasing threat to kids

Severe head and neck injuries are on the rise, and experts say the problem could keep getting worse

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/falling-tvs-pose-increasing-threat-to-kids/

Newborn care: 10 tips for stressed-out parents

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/in-depth/newborn/art-20045498