Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Stress symptoms: Effects on your body and behavior

Aches and pains, irritability, and crying spells may have an unexpected source — stress. Recognize these and other signs and symptoms so that you can take action.

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Belly fat in men: Why weight loss matters



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Alzheimer's: Tips for effective communication



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Problem-solving techniques for stress management

Problem-solving is a potent tool for beating stress. Here's how to put it to work for you.

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Stress management: Know your triggers

Stress is your body's response to the demands of the world. Identifying your personal triggers is the key to effectively managing your stress.

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Need stress relief? Try the 4 A's



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Parents refuse to bury truth about son's heroin overdose death

At a funeral for their 20-year-old son, grieving parents weren't holding back

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Emotionally stable teens got lots of love early on

"Support during the preschool period seems critical to healthy brain development," researcher says

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Psoriasis Tied to Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes

A genetic link is one theory for the possible association, researchers say



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Sleep Doesn't Come Easy After a Brain Injury

And that may affect daytime performance at work or school, research suggests



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Recall issued for Sensorcaine

Fresenius Kabi has voluntarily recalled one lot of bupivacaine HCl (Sensorcaine-MPF) injection, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced April 26 through its MedWatch safety alert system.

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EPA pushes final ruling on amalgam separators to December

The Environmental Protection Agency has told the ADA that it will delay releasing a final amalgam separator rule until December. The agency previously announced it would release the rule in June.

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Traumatic brain injuries linked with lasting sleep problems

People with head injuries may be unaware of how much their sleep is disrupted, researchers say

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Young, gay and male: Suicide survey spotlights risks

Gay and bisexual men younger than 26 were much more likely to attempt suicide or harm themselves, report finds

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Mom's warning after son nearly dies 2 days after falling off bike

Boy scrapes knee and elbow after falling off bicycle; two days later, doctors gave him a 50% chance of survival

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Spanking: More Harm Than Good?

It can lead to psychological, learning problems in kids, analysis of 75 studies suggests



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The 7 Deadliest Emergency General Surgeries

Gastrointestinal and bowel operations top the list because they're often done without planning or preparation, experts say



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4.5M Pounds of Pilgrim's Pride Chicken Recalled

4.5M Pounds of Pilgrim's Pride Chicken Recalled



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Type 2 Diabetes May Damage Hearing, Study Finds

Researchers recommend auditory testing of diabetic patients



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Mindfulness May Help Ease Recurrent Depression

Review of 9 studies suggests it helps patients better cope with troubling thoughts and emotions



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Mayo Clinic Minute: The Long Wait for a Transplant



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Back to school: Learning a new skill can slow cognitive aging

Active aging involves more than moving your body. You also need to move your brain. “When you exercise, you engage your muscles to help improve overall health,” says Dr. Ipsit Vahia, director of geriatric outpatient services for Harvard-affiliated McLean Hospital. “The same concept applies to the brain. You need to exercise it with new challenges to keep it healthy.”

A fun way to do this is to sharpen your No. 2 pencils and go back to school. “New brain cell growth can happen even late into adulthood,” says Dr. Vahia. “The process of learning and acquiring new information and experiences, like through structured classes, can stimulate that process.”

About 17% of adults older than age 35 are enrolled at a four-year college or university, or a community college, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. And because more campuses now offer free or discounted tuition for seniors (with no earned credits), there are more opportunities for older adults to explore a variety of subjects and interests.

“The focus is not to earn a degree, or even take multiple classes, but to focus on a class to keep mental activity thriving,” says Dr. Vahia.

It does not have to be a traditional academic course either, he adds. “It can be about learning new skills, like speaking a foreign language, learning how to paint, or to play a musical instrument. You can even study how to improve current ones like fixing a car or becoming more computer-savvy.”

Boosting brain power

Brain games (like puzzles and crosswords) and brain-training videos can improve working memory — the ability to remember and retrieve information, especially when distracted. But research has found that although they can help your brain get better at performing those activities, they do not expand other brain functions like reasoning and problem solving. “In comparison, classes offer a complexity factor that have long-term benefits,” says Dr. Vahia. For instance, they engage cognitive skills, such as visual comprehension, short- and long-term memory, attention to detail, and even math and calculations.

Research has long shown that new knowledge pays off. For example, a study in the June 2014 issue of Annals of Neurology found speaking two or more languages, even if you learned the second language in adulthood, may slow age-related cognitive decline.

But class attendance is not enough. You need to get out of your comfort zone and challenge your mind for optimal results. A study published in Psychological Science examined adults ages 60 to 90 were assigned to either learn a complex skill like digital photography or quilting, both of which demand more use of working and long-term memory, or do simpler mental activities like crossword puzzles. After a three-month period, the “complex skill” group showed wide-range improvement in overall memory compared with the crossword puzzle group.

On a personal level, classes also keep your social skills sharp as well as boost self-confidence. “It is easy to become more socially isolated as people grow older,” says Dr. Vahia. “A class makes you interact and communicate with other people on a regular basis through group participation, conversations, and discussions.”

Time to enroll

Before you sign up for your first class, here are some guidelines to consider:

  • Choose a subject you enjoy or are curious about. Civil War history? English literature? Astronomy? “Your choices are no longer dictated by the requirements to get a good grade and complete a degree, so you are free to pursue topics that spark your interest,” says Dr. Vahia. “What are you interested in now, or wish you had explored at an earlier time?”
  • Not interested in traditional subject classes? Focus on one with a self-improvement angle, like public speaking or creative writing.
  • Begin with a weekly class, so you can ease into the environment and not feel overwhelmed.
  • If you do not feel ready for a classroom setting, take an online class. “But make sure it offers some level of interaction with classmates through discussion boards,” says Dr. Vahia.
  • If your class does not meet your expectations, do not give up. Try a different type of class, format, or even instructor.

Find a class

  • Many states offer tuition waivers for seniors at state-funded institutions.
  • Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes are located on 119 college and university campuses and offer non-credit courses for those ages 50 and older.
  • Local senior, community, and recreation centers offer many self-improvement classes in topics such as sculpting, pottery, and dance.

The post Back to school: Learning a new skill can slow cognitive aging appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.



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Poor children with food allergies may suffer more

Lower family incomes may mean fewer medications, health appointments and allergy-safe meals for kids with food allergies

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Hate exercising? Short bursts could be just as effective

An expert says you can cut down on the hours at the gym with just a few minutes of intense exercise, for similar health benefits

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Severe obesity among U.S. kids still rising: study

"Unless we make big changes on a national level, we're not going to see huge changes in obesity"

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Report: Racial, ethnic disparities persist in health care

Officials find some significant gaps in treatment and health outcomes

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6 measles cases confirmed in Memphis area

The county has seen more cases in a few days than the whole nation in all of 2016

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Smoking banned from San Fran parks for animal health

The new smoking ban is aimed at cutting down on animal-threatening cigarette butt litter

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Racial, Ethnic Health Disparities Persist: Report

But infant death rates, numbers of uninsured are improving, government analysis reveals



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Yeast Infection Drug May Raise Miscarriage Risk

Agency recommends alternatives to fluconazole for mothers-to-be until its review is complete



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Statins Might Not Lower Colon Cancer Risk: Study

But cholesterol levels may be associated with reduced chance of disease



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These Supplements May Boost Antidepressant Effects

Data from 8 randomized clinical trials suggests a benefit, but consult with your doctor first, experts say



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Sense of Direction Trouble and Early Alzheimer's

It's hoped virtual testing could predict disease long before symptoms develop



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Skateboard accidents land scores of kids in the ER every day

Skateboarding with helmets, protective gear could cut injuries, experts say

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Squeeze in quick exercise bursts in your busy day

Little bursts of activity may offer the same health benefits as an intense gym session

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Live. Work. Play: Kelly’s Diabetes Story

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Working for the American Diabetes Association® means making a difference for millions of people and working toward a future free of diabetes and all its burdens.

We all have a story to share. Some of us live with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes or prediabetes. Others have loved ones with the disease or have lost someone to the fight.

The following are personal stories from the Association’s staff about why we are so committed to the mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.


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Kelly Rawlings
Vice President of Content & Creative Solutions
Home Office (Alexandria, Va.)

Describing life with diabetes as a “24/7 job” is a common theme in the diabetes community. What with juggling healthy eating, exercise, medication, doctor visits, health insurance costs, etc.—diabetes care sometimes seems to take as much time and concentration as what one does for a living.

Wait—I live with diabetes and it is what I do for a living!

A few years ago, when I had the career opportunity to move from editing magazines about home remodeling and do-it-yourself projects to working on a magazine about diabetes, I was excited. And anxious.

On one finger-pricked hand, providing information and having conversations with readers and experts about this complex, consuming disease is a fascinating and meaningful endeavor.

On the other hand, time spent on diabetes at work would be dotted with requisite boluses, health care appointments and the inevitable glucose tablets. Would it all be too much?

Fast forward: Living with diabetes and working in diabetes is awesome. The people involved in the diabetes community make all the difference. My disease is “our” disease—we’re in this together.

There are so many people devoted to diabetes who also live with it—and that adds a richness and an underlying passion to what we do. And there are so many people working and volunteering in diabetes who don’t have it—but care very much about helping those of us burdened by it and at risk for developing it.

In my work at the Association, I’m surrounded by the people in research labs, clinics and communities who make diabetes science and care their job. I get to see the volunteers who give so much of their time—joining in our active fundraising events, serving at Diabetes Camp, providing support, participating in clinical trials, advocating about diabetes. And I get to see the donors who provide the funding that fuels innovation and excellence.

We share the vision of the American Diabetes Association: a life free of diabetes and all its burdens.

Yes, living with diabetes is work. Working in diabetes is rewarding. And even more rewarding is diving into all the ways to volunteer. For example, I Step Out, write my elected representatives, serve as the public member on the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators and spend time on Twitter participating in the diabetes online community.

Too much diabetes? Not for me, personally. But in the world? Yes. Which is why I do what I do—and am so grateful that so many others are in this fight with me.

P.S. To my nephew, Zach: awesome job on your most recent A1C.


To learn more about nationwide employment opportunities and life at the Association, please visit diabetes.org/careers.



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A doctor reflects on her own cancer and stroke

Diana Cejas, a doctor, has first-hand experience with what some of her patients go through

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A doctor's unique perspective after cancer and a stroke

34-year-old Diana Cejas tells her story of learning how to walk and talk again, what it was like to be a patient, and how she's become a better doctor

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