Living Stronger: Senior citizen, 77, doing CrossFit with the young ones

Jacinto Bonilla is 77 years old and redefining what it means to be physically fit. He keeps up with the CrossFit routine alongside other gym members half his age. Michelle Miller reports.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/living-stronger-senior-citizen-77-doing-crossfit-with-the-young-ones/

Mich. woman says she was forced to give birth on jail floor

Jessica Preston says she was pulled over for driving with a suspended license, and unable to pay the bond, she waited behind bars

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/jessica-preston-says-she-was-forced-to-give-birth-on-jail-floor/

CrossFit fan, 77, works to stay fit and challenge others

Jacinto ​Bonilla is the oldest man to compete in the CrossFit Games, going up against men a decade younger

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/living-stronger-crossfit-fan-77-works-to-stay-fit-and-challenge-others/

Is It Parkinson's Disease? Blood Test Might Tell

New blood test for Parkinson's disease needs more study, researchers say.

From: http://www.webmd.com/parkinsons-disease/news/20170208/is-it-parkinsons-or-something-else-blood-test-might-tell?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Science explores why certain songs give you pleasure

Sex, drugs and music may be more intertwined in your brain chemistry than you might realize

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-certain-songs-give-you-pleasure/

Facebook post helps toddler get new kidney

Parents' former classmate gave the 2-year-old a new chance at life by donating her kidney

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/facebook-post-helps-toddler-get-new-kidney-from-parents-ex-classmate/

A gel instead of a snip for male birth control?

A new study done in monkeys tests injected gel that could one day be alternative to traditional vasectomy

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/vasectomy-gel-plug-instead-of-a-snip-for-male-birth-control/

Calcium in Young Arteries and Heart Attack Risk

Even small amount in 30s, 40s appears to boost the odds, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20170208/calcium-buildup-in-young-arteries-may-signal-heart-attack-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

New Clues on Why Autism Is More Common in Males

Women with the disorder appear more likely to have brain anatomy that's typically seen in men, study says

From: http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/news/20170208/brain-differences-hint-at-why-autism-is-more-common-in-males?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Whole-Grain Foods May Help You Stay Slim

Study found switching to more fibrous fare lowered calorie absorption, boosted metabolism rate

From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20170208/whole-grain-foods-may-help-you-stay-slim?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Drought May Beckon Bigger West Nile Outbreaks

Dry environment might alter how easily mosquito-borne virus is transmitted, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20170208/drought-may-beckon-bigger-west-nile-outbreaks?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Recipe: Pasta with spinach, garbanzos and raisins

Garbanzo beans have a slightly nutty flavor that compliments the spinach and raisins in this healthy pasta recipe.

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/recipes/pasta-with-spinach-garbanzos-and-raisins/rcp-20049797

Molecular breast imaging

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/molecular-breast-imaging/basics/definition/prc-20129600

Woman shares "trick" to finding breast cancer doctors never told her

Young woman says if she had followed standard advice, her lump "may have grown too large to be treatable"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/woman-shares-trick-to-finding-breast-cancer-doctors-never-told-her/

E-Cigs May Be 'Bridge' to Teens' Tobacco Use

'Vapers' seem much more likely to give real smokes a try, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20170208/e-cigs-may-be-bridge-to-teens-tobacco-use?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Harsh Parenting Can Backfire in Teens

Early sex, stealing and dropping out of school are some of the consequences, study contends

From: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20170208/harsh-parenting-can-backfire-with-bad-behavior-from-teens?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Toxic Metals Found in E-Cigarette Liquid

Their presence in 5 brands studied is troubling, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20170208/toxic-metals-found-in-e-cigarette-liquid?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Lucy Hobbs Project to honor six women in dentistry

The Lucy Hobbs Project announced on Feb. 2 the six women — including three ADA leaders — it will honor at its annual celebration to recognize dentists who set new benchmarks in their profession.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/february/lucy-hobbs-project-to-honor-six-women-in-dentistry

Bone and joint problems associated with diabetes

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetes/in-depth/diabetes/art-20049314

Germs: Understand and protect against bacteria, viruses and infection

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/infectious-diseases/in-depth/germs/art-20045289

Healthy breakfast: Quick, flexible options

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/food-and-nutrition/art-20048294

What's causing hearing loss for millions of Americans?

Millions of U.S. adults have some sort of hearing damage and a surprising number don’t even know it, according to a new report

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/whats-causing-hearing-loss-for-millions-of-americans/

ADA President-elect Joseph Crowley attends Give Kids A Smile event in Ohio

The Van Wert Smiles location of the Dental Center of Northwest Ohio hosted the 2017 Give Kids A Smile Ohio kick off in partnership with the Ohio Dental Association Feb. 3, providing 47 children with free dental care, according to a news release.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/february/ada-president-elect-joseph-crowley-attends-give-kids-a-smile-event-in-ohio

USDA Reminds Individuals and Small Businesses in Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi that USDA Offers Disaster Assistance Programs to Help

WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2017 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses that could potentially be affected by the recent storms that USDA has several programs that provide assistance before, during and after disasters.

From: /wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2017/02/0012.xml&contentidonly=true

Could Night Work, Lifting Harm Female Fertility?

It's possible, but researcher stresses cause-and-effect link not proven

From: http://www.webmd.com/infertility-and-reproduction/news/20170207/could-night-shifts-heavy-lifting-impair-a-womans-fertility?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Counting Calories? Consider the Cream and Sugar

Most calories in coffee and tea come from what's added, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20170207/when-counting-calories-consider-the-cream-and-sugar?src=RSS_PUBLIC

What's behind Americans' hearing loss?

A new CDC report reveals a surprising number of Americans struggle with hearing loss, and many don't know it. It affects around 40 million adults, one in five between the ages of 20 and 29. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" from Los Angeles to discuss what's causing the damage and how you can protect your hearing.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/whats-behind-americans-hearing-loss/

Clinic falsely told dozens they had Alzheimer's, suits say

Inaccurate diagnosis led many to spend months in needless treatment making needless plans for what they thought would be their final years, they say

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/clinic-falsely-told-dozens-they-had-alzheimers-suits-say/

Postpartum depression: The worst kept secret

Having a baby is one of the happiest times in life, but it can also be one of the saddest.

For most new mothers, the first several days after having a baby is an emotional roller coaster ride. Thrilling moments of happiness and joy are abruptly interrupted by a plunge into moments of depressive symptoms including weeping, anxiety, anger, and sadness. These “baby blues” usually peak in the first two to five days after delivery, and in most women, go away as quickly as they came.

Except sometimes they don’t go away.

For some women, depressive symptoms continue well past those first two weeks or develop over the next several months after having a baby.

A recent article by Drs. Stewart and Vigod published in the New England Journal of Medicine explores postpartum depression, this potentially debilitating condition that affects between 6.5% and 12.9% of new mothers.

What causes postpartum depression?

We don’t fully understand what causes postpartum depression. It is thought that the abrupt decrease in hormone levels after having a baby can lead to the development of postpartum depression in susceptible women.

We also can’t say for sure what makes a woman particularly vulnerable to postpartum depression. We do know that the strongest predictor of postpartum depression is a personal history of a mood disorder or anxiety, especially if present and untreated during pregnancy. In fact, women with a history of depression during pregnancy are seven times more likely to experience significant postpartum depression. Other factors that may contribute to postpartum depression include social stressors including poor family support and financial concern.

Exactly how postpartum depression unfolds is somewhat unpredictable. For most women, the symptoms go away without treatment, but about 20% of women will still have significant depressive symptoms after one year.

Catching postpartum depression quickly

Because postpartum depression affects the health of the woman, her infant, and her entire family, it is very important to screen for postpartum depression risk. Most obstetricians are now implementing some type of screening tool during the postpartum checkup. Screening is very important because studies have shown that many women with postpartum depression are ashamed  of their symptoms and are afraid of the social stigma associated with the diagnosis.

Although symptoms of postpartum depression can vary, the typical symptoms include:

• sleep disturbances
• anxiety
• irritability
• feeling overwhelmed
• preoccupation with baby’s health or feeding

Making the diagnosis of postpartum depression is based on more than just the presence of these symptoms. Some of these can be normal, especially after a difficult sleepless night caring for a newborn. It is the intensity of the symptoms and how they affect a woman’s ability to adjust and cope with life stressors that are key to making the diagnosis of postpartum depression.

Treating postpartum depression

Drs. Steward and Vigod’s article discussed the importance of early treatment and support for women at risk of postpartum depression including those with mild symptoms that don’t meet the specific criteria for a formal diagnosis of postpartum depression. Studies have shown that supportive and psychological care right after birth can decrease an at-risk woman’s chance of developing postpartum depression. Interventions that decrease feelings of isolation, and provide emotional support are key; they include:

• home visits
• telephone based peer support
• interpersonal therapy

When a formal diagnosis of postpartum depression is made, it is very important to make sure a new mother gets the care she needs. The appropriate treatment is based on the severity of a woman’s symptoms and how she responds to the intervention. For postpartum women with mild symptoms the approach is very similar to the prevention strategies for at risk women. These include:

• psychological interventions that address support for the new mother
• support groups
• home visits from a nurse

For women with moderate symptoms or for women with mild symptoms that did not respond to initial intervention, treatment consists of formal psychotherapy alone or in combination with an antidepressant medication. Antidepressants may also be used alone if the woman prefers or if getting to therapy is difficult.

A common concern is whether antidepressant medications are safe while breastfeeding. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the first choice to treat postpartum depression and minimal amounts of the drug are found in breast milk.

Although there are no long-term data regarding the effects of antidepressants on breastfed babies, experts generally agree that women do not need to stop breastfeeding. However, an important point noted by authors of the article is that “clinicians should support women in their choice not to breast feed when difficulties in the breast feeding process, or lack of sleep, are perpetuating depressive symptoms.”

The key to the prevention and successful treatment of postpartum depression is early intervention. Women may not realize they are depressed after having a baby, or may realize they are struggling but feel too embarrassed to seek help. This is why it is very important to screen all new mothers. Encouraging women not to keep postpartum depressive symptoms a secret should be a major priority in the care of all new mothers.

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From: Andrea Chisholm, MD http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/postpartum-depression-worst-kept-secret-2017020811008

Latest advice for a healthy heart

What the most recent research says about how to keep your heart healthy

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/media/heart-health-roundup-of-the-latest-research/

Iranian infant arrives in Portland for life-saving surgery

Fatemeh Reshad had been scheduled to come to the U.S. for heart surgery, but had been delayed due to President Trump's travel ban

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fatemeh-reshad-iranian-infant-arrives-in-portland-for-life-saving-surgery/