Dr. Jordan Rullo discusses antidepressants and sexual dysfunction

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaE-UeY-B9U

Dr. Pritish Tosh: Is it cold, flu or allergies?

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SFwSDi8n8Y

Mayo Clinic Minute: Easy way to check if headphones are too loud

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyqEihSm2nw

Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips to prevent the flu

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

FDA sued over delay on graphic cigarette warning labels

The lawsuit says the agency's decision is more than four years overdue

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fda-sued-over-delay-on-graphic-cigarette-warning-labels/

Eggs recalled after salmonella outbreak in 3 states

Eggs from the Good Earth Egg Company have been linked to illnesses in 8 people; not the first time the company has had problems

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/egg-recall-after-salmonella-outbreak-good-earth-egg-company/

FDA Sued Over Graphic Tobacco Warning Labels Delay

Lawsuit says agency's decision is more than 4 years overdue

From: http://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20161004/fda-sued-over-delay-on-graphic-cigarette-warning-labels?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mayo Clinic Medical School 2+2 Program

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

Study: Yoga as Good as Physical Therapy for Back Pain

Yoga is as good as physical therapy in reducing chronic low back pain, the most common pain problem in the United States, new research shows.

From: http://www.webmd.com/back-pain/news/20161004/yoga-as-good-as-physical-therapy-for-back-pain?src=RSS_PUBLIC

C-Section Raises Risk of Postpartum Blood Clots

Chances highest among those getting emergency cesareans

From: http://www.webmd.com/baby/news/20161004/c-section-raises-risk-of-blood-clots-after-childbirth-review?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Botox Beats Implant for Urinary Incontinence in Women

But both have side effects that may affect your choice, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/urinary-incontinence-oab/news/20161004/botox-beats-implant-for-urinary-urgency-incontinence-in-women?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Op-ed from President Barack Obama on the Strength and Resilience of Rural America

I’ve spent most of my life living in big cities. But the truth is, a lot of what’s shaped me came from my grandparents who grew up on the prairie in Kansas. They taught me the kind of values that don’t always make headlines, let alone the daily back-and-forth in Washington. Honesty and responsibility.

From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2016/10/0212.xml&contentidonly=true

USDA Issues Safety-Net Payments to Farmers in Response to 2015 Market Downturn

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2016 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that beginning today, many of the 1.7 million farms that enrolled in either the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs will receive safety-net payments due to market downturns during the 2015 crop year.

From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2016/10/0214.xml&contentidonly=true

FACT SHEET: The White House Rural Forum

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 5, the White House will host the White House Rural Forum, convening rural policy, business, and nonprofit leaders to Penn State University in State College, PA, and announcing new Administration actions in support of rural America.

From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2016/10/0213.xml&contentidonly=true

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/minimally-invasive-gynecologic-surgery/art-20251698

Money troubles linked to poorer brain health

New research looks at the connection between financial struggles and mental function as people age

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/brain-health-money-financial-struggles/

Medications to treat alcohol abuse are often underused

Two drugs that have been available for more than a decade can be another line of defense for people addicted to alcohol

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/drugs-treat-alcohol-abuse-problems-often-underused/

Can childhood trauma make you old before your time?

New research suggests a link between family stress and potential damage to DNA

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/can-childhood-trauma-make-you-old-before-your-time/

Cigarette Smoke Toxins Stay in Home After Quitting

Cigarette Smoke Toxins Stay in Home After Quitting

From: http://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20161004/cigarette-smoke-toxins-home?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The 2 reasons your child needs to get a flu shot this season

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It’s fall, which means that along with going back to school, there’s something else your child needs to do: get a flu shot.

Every year, I have lots of conversations with parents about the influenza vaccine. Most of them are happy to have their child get it (and I am equally happy to give it). But some of them are hesitant. They don’t think it’s necessary, and some worry about its safety.

Before I talk about why it’s necessary, let’s be clear: the flu shot is safe. With any vaccine or other medical treatment side effects are always possible, of course. But the most common side effects of the flu shot are soreness where it was given and some mild fever or achiness for a day or two. Allergic reactions are incredibly rare. Some people with very severe egg allergies may need to avoid it, as do people who have had an allergic reaction to it in the past, but those people are few and far between.

Also, the flu shot cannot give you the flu, as some people seem to think. It’s not possible. The virus is killed. We give the flu shot during flu season, and it takes a week or two to take effect, so it’s possible to catch the flu during that period. It’s also not 100% effective — last year’s shot was about 60% effective — so it’s also possible to get the shot and still get the flu. But if you do, chances are you will get a milder case. The shot is the only option this year, as it turns out that the nasal spray wasn’t effective.

Here’s why you child absolutely should get the flu shot:

1. The flu can make you very sick. Every year, about 200,000 people are hospitalized with complications of flu, and some of them die. The flu can be particularly dangerous for the very young, the very old, and people with health problems, like asthma. Even if you don’t get that sick, you can be really miserable and for a long time. Just because nobody in your family has gotten the flu before doesn’t mean it can’t happen this year.
2. Your child can make other people sick. Let’s face it, kids aren’t always great about washing their hands or covering their coughs. They also tend to hang out in groups and have physical contact and share toys and otherwise spread germs among themselves and others. This is a really important point that too often gets missed: when it comes to the flu shot, it isn’t just about you and your child. Your child might weather the flu fine, but she could easily pass it to someone who doesn’t weather it fine at all — like a newborn, or someone on chemotherapy for cancer, or someone with lung disease. Especially given that the flu shot doesn’t offer perfect protection, the best way to keep more people protected is to give it to more people. That way, the chances of anyone getting sick go down.

To learn more about the flu and the flu shot, check out flu.gov. It has everything you need to know. And talk to your doctor if you have any particular concerns about your child or your situation. But please, get your child immunized. Take care of your child — and of everyone around you.

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The post The 2 reasons your child needs to get a flu shot this season appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.

From: Claire McCarthy, MD http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-2-reasons-your-child-needs-to-get-a-flu-shot-this-season-2016100410337

Food and Agriculture Co-op Income Again Sets Record in 2015, USDA Data Show

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2016 – Net income for the nation’s agricultural cooperatives soared by 14 percent last year, according to data released today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). In its annual report on national cooperative business sales, USDA reported that the country’s farmer, rancher and fishery cooperatives posted record net income of $7 billion in 2015.

From: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2016/10/0211.xml&contentidonly=true

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/minimally-invasive-gynecologic-surgery/art-20251698

Top Zika Vaccine Candidate Closer to Field Testing

DNA-based shot should be ready for larger groups of people in case of outbreaks next year, U.S. health officials say

From: http://www.webmd.com/news/20161003/top-zika-vaccine-candidate-moves-closer-to-field-testing?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Some Doctors Swayed by Political Beliefs

Voting issues may affect advice on abortion, guns, marijuana, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/news/20161003/some-doctors-swayed-by-political-beliefs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Job Loss Worry May be Linked to Diabetes Risk

Blood sugar disorder rate was 19 percent higher for people concerned about getting fired

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20161003/worry-about-job-loss-may-be-linked-to-diabetes-risk-study?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Doctors' political views may affect patient care

New research suggests that party affiliation may play a role in the advice your physician gives out

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/doctors-political-views-may-affect-patient-care/

What to Eat to Keep Your Blood Sugar in Check

Swap difficult diets for good and simple healthy foods. Here’s advice on how from WebMD Magazine.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/diabetes-food-blood-sugar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Time for a Pantry Makeover?

You can put together healthy meals in minutes when you've got a well-planned pantry and freezer. WebMD Magazine has the details.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/pantry-makeover?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Simple Steps for Diabetes Foot Care

WebMD Magazine has tips to protect against nerve damage and infection.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/diabetes-foot-care?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Protect Your Eyesight When You Have Diabetes

Diabetes can harm one of your most prized assets: your eyesight. But WebMD says vision problems are not inevitable.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/diabetes-protect-eyesight?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How to Support a Loved One With Diabetes

WebMD Magazine has tips about what you can do for a loved one with diabetes.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/support-loved-one-diabetes?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A Going-Out Guide for People With Diabetes

Whether you're on a dinner date or spending a night out with friends, WebMD knows that type 2 diabetes doesn't need to intrude like an unwanted guest.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/diabetes-dining-out?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/minimally-invasive-gynecologic-surgery/art-20251698

Study: Medicaid abuse persistent as boomers retire

Government report details fraud by personal aids who take money without rendering services, including attendants who went on cruises

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/medicaid-inspector-general-office-personal-care-aides-fraud-patient-neglect-abuse/