02/28/17

Tuesday, February 28, 2017

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

Colon Cancer Awareness: Dr. Gomez & Dr. Wallace

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVvq-DAN1Wk

2/28: Trump takes vision directly to America in first prime time address; Green Book helped black Americans travel through segregation

President Trump's first prime time address to Congress is expected to emphasize his domestic agenda: tax reform, infrastructure spending, and the repeal and replacement of Obamacare; For much of the 20th century, African Americans were routinely refused service at many businesses.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/228-trump-takes-vision-directly-to-america-in-first-prime-time-address-green-book-helped-black-americans-travel-through-segregation/

Colorectal cancer cases in young adults on the rise

Younger Americans are now facing a higher risk of getting colon and rectal cancer, according to a new study. New cases are striking adults in their 20s and 30s, while cases among Americans 55 and older are declining. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/colorectal-cancer-cases-in-young-adults-on-the-rise/

Baby caught on sonogram flashing the "rock on" sign

"The baby must be giving you a sign," the ultrasound technician told the mom- and dad-to-be

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/couple-notice-baby-in-ultrasound-flashing-the-rock-on-sign/

Baby flashes "rock on" sign during ultrasound

A mom and dad in Utah want the world to know their unborn baby is ready to rock and roll. During a routine ultrasound, the child seemed to flash the "rock on" sign with one little hand.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/baby-flashes-rock-on-sign-during-ultrasound/

Preschooler recovering from rare paralyzing condition

Genetic mutations related to AVF have been discovered in the last few years

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/rare-paralyzing-condition-avf-arteriovenous-fistula-strikes-new-hampshire-child/

Bare-Metal, Drug-Eluting, and Bioresorbable Stents in Context

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rkVLrspw30

Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Aggressive Lymphoma

Over one-third of patients appeared disease-free 6 months after single treatment, report says

From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/lymphoma/news/20170228/gene-therapy-shows-promise-for-aggressive-lymphoma?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Youth With Type 2 Often Face Complications

This growing group has double the problems as peers with type 1 disease, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20170228/youth-with-type-2-diabetes-often-face-complications?src=RSS_PUBLIC

After a Prediabetes Diagnosis: How to Prevent Diabetes

WebMD offers 7 ways to prevent the onset of diabetes if you've been diagnosed with prediabetes.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/prediabetes-diagnosis-what-to-do?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Invitation to Mayo Clinic's 3rd Annual Neuro & Intensive Care Review & Workshops

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=br7pFtbzaWw

'Biggest Loser' Host Bob Harper: I'm Healing After Heart Attack

A cardiologist weighs in on why someone who seems so healthy and fit could have a heart attack.

From: http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/features/bob-harper-healing-after-heart-attack?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Etileno

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XkxOj0z3xQ

Ethylene Gas

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_UfObml9D4

Listo-para-el-consumo

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6fas88vWOM

StorageTemperature

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvkhOHJyp38

Ready to Eat

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0XQHgfqoQY

Tomando la Temperatura

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5kXR8DpeaY

Temperatures

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqUN-B0e-CQ

Temperature Readings

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKCRvKoOZgM

Washing Produce

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tned4NZDTPk

Lavar antes de almacenar

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DivWlNY4PBc

MyPlate, MyWins: Meet Candice & James

From: USDA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7u6hLrDwR0U

Colon Cancer Rising Among Gen Xers, Millennials

And an old adversary -- the obesity epidemic -- may be the cause, U.S. researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/news/20170228/colon-cancer-on-the-rise-among-gen-xers-millennials?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Kids Should Be Screened for Lazy Eye by Age 5

Waiting later could lead to permanent vision problems, U.S. panel says

From: http://www.webmd.com/eye-health/news/20170228/kids-should-be-screened-for-lazy-eye-by-age-5?src=RSS_PUBLIC

High-Tech Mammograms: More Cancer, False Positives

Digital technology leads to 'marked improvement' in detection rates, radiology expert says

From: http://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/news/20170228/diagnostic-mammograms-find-more-cancers-and-more-false-positives?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Childhood Cancer Survivors Living Longer

Decline parallels reduced use of radiation, at lower doses, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20170228/childhood-cancer-survivors-living-longer?src=RSS_PUBLIC

After hip fracture, higher risk of death lasts years

New research finds people over the age of 60 face two to three times the risk of dying for years following the injury

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/hip-fracture-risk-early-death-may-last-years/

Better diagnostic mammograms also have downside

More sensitive high-tech imaging means more tumors are detected, but there are also more false alarms

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/diagnostic-mammograms-catch-breast-cancers-but-more-false-positives/

Mayo Clinic Minute: Brisk walk helps women's hearts

From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrdIMKM3yzs

Diabetes Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

WebMD describes serious symptoms to watch out for if you have diabetes.

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/features/diabetes-symptoms-to-never-ignore?src=RSS_PUBLIC

DNA Tests: Subway Sandwiches Short on Chicken

The majority of the remaining DNA in the Subway chicken products was soy, testing showed

From: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/news/20170228/dna-subway-chicken?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Honor World Oral Health Day on March 20

World Oral Health Day is celebrated globally every year on March 20 to highlight the importance of keeping your mouth healthy whether you are young or old.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/february/honor-world-oral-health-day-on-march-20

Dental Quality Alliance Conference to foster collaboration in quality measurement

ADA members interested in pursuing common goals of quality improvement are encouraged to attend the conference at the Association's Chicago headquarters May 12-13.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/february/dental-quality-alliance-conference-to-foster-collaboration-in-quality-measurement

Indian dentist, student receives Dr. Ray Bowen Student Research Award

A master's degree dental student at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry is the winner of the 2017 Dr. Ray Bowen Student Research Award.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/february/indian-dentist-student-receives-dr-ray-bowen-student-research-award

Link between Mission of Mercy events and emergency departments explored

In 2014, more than 163,000 Floridians visited the hospital emergency rooms for a dental issue, resulting in charges of more than $234 million, according to the U.S. Health and Human Services Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/february/florida-dental-association-foundation-studies-link

Gene therapy "seems extraordinary" at fighting cancer

Company's study shows more than one-third of lymphoma patients showed no sign of disease six months after a single treatment

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/gene-therapy-seems-extraordinary-at-fighting-lymphoma-blood-cancer-study-suggests/

Parents: As more states legalize marijuana here’s what you need to know and do

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Recreational use of marijuana was just legalized here in my home state of Massachusetts, and this has led to a lot of interesting conversations as legislators, regulators, and businesspeople try to figure out how to best implement this change.

But the most important conversations about marijuana, in Massachusetts and throughout the country, may be between parents and children.

This week the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released a clinical report to help pediatricians and parents talk to teens about marijuana. As it has become legalized in more states, research has shown that fewer teens think of smoking marijuana as risky.

This is often what I hear from teens in my practice. They don’t think of marijuana as a dangerous drug — and the fact that its use was legalized seems to have reinforced the impression that it’s safe.

But it’s not safe.

Marijuana can:

impair short-term memory, concentration, attention span, and problem-solving, all of which can get in the way of learning and can also lead to accidents and injuries
lead to lung damage from inhaling the smoke
increase the risk of long-term psychiatric problems such as depression or psychosis
cause long-term problems with memory and executive function, even after use of marijuana has stopped
lead to addiction — experts say that 9% of those who experiment will become addicted. This number is higher (17%) for those who start in adolescence and even higher (25% to 50%) in teens who smoke marijuana daily.
cause growth and learning problems in babies whose mothers smoke during pregnancy.

Just because something is legal doesn’t mean it’s safe. Cigarette smoking is legal, and is linked to many serious health problems. Drinking alcohol is legal, and leads to alcoholism, many health problems, and many serious accidents and injuries.

It’s really important that parents talk to their teens about the risks of marijuana use. It’s also really important that parents be mindful about how their own use of marijuana sets an example and sends a message. Here are the main points that the AAP wants parents to know.

Because marijuana affects the brain, and because teen brains are still developing, marijuana is particularly dangerous for teens.
Teens who use marijuana regularly can develop serious mental health problems.
While marijuana has been legalized in many states for use by people over 21, it’s still illegal for teens, so using it can lead to having a criminal record, which can affect getting into schools or getting jobs.
Driving under the influence of marijuana is like driving drunk: it’s dangerous and should never happen.
The smoke of marijuana is toxic, both to the person smoking it and the people around them.
If parents use marijuana in front of their teens, their teens are more likely to smoke it too. Think before you light up.
Another thing to think about before you light up: marijuana can impair your ability to make safe judgments for and about your children.
If parents have any marijuana products, especially things like edibles, they should keep them safely away from children (this is particularly true when there are small children at home).

It’s so important to think about this as a parent — and to talk with your teens, not just once but often, in an ongoing way. Make sure they have the information and strategies they need to make the best and healthiest choices. Make sure that you are making the best choices yourself when it comes to marijuana use, because as a parent, your choices are about more than just you.

The post Parents: As more states legalize marijuana here’s what you need to know and do appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.

From: Claire McCarthy, MD http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/states-legalize-marijuana-parents-teens-need-know-2017022811256