The grayer his hair, the higher his heart risk?

New research finds association between silvery locks and hardening of the arteries

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/gray-hair-association-heart-risk/

Don't bank on heart rate accuracy from your fitness tracker

New study finds fluctuations among four models, especially during exercise

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fitness-tracker-heart-rate-accuracy-study-fluctuations/

Panel relaxes opposition to routine prostate cancer screening

An influential federal panel on preventive medicine relaxed its opposition to routine screening for prostate cancer. CBS News' Dr. Tara Narula has the new guidelines and reports why they're changing now.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/panel-relaxes-opposition-to-routine-prostate-cancer-screening/

Deep Brain Stimulation May Ease Tourette Tics

But neurology experts agree that more research is needed

From: http://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20170411/deep-brain-stimulation-may-ease-tourette-tics?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Breastfeeding Success Hinges on Support

Limiting visitors early on and relying on the help of a lactation expert can get mothers off to a good start

From: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/news/20170411/breast-feeding-success-hinges-on-support-for-mom-baby?src=RSS_PUBLIC

7-Year-Old Girl With Alopecia Shows How Baldness Is Beautiful

The first-grader's creative take on her school's "crazy hair day" is inspiring people all over the world.

From: http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/features/girl-with-alopecia-shows-how-baldness-is-beautiful?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Chiropractic Treatment May Help a Bad Back, to a Degree

Review suggests there's no quick fix for this common ailment, with only modest relief seen in most cases

From: http://www.webmd.com/back-pain/news/20170411/chiropractors-not-magicians-when-it-comes-to-chronic-back-pain?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Nurse! What's Taking So Long?

Study at a children's hospital evaluates response time to bedside alarms

From: http://www.webmd.com/news/20170411/nurse-whats-taking-so-long?src=RSS_PUBLIC

A Healthy Middle-Aged Heart May Protect Your Brain Later

Dementia expert says take up heart-healthy habits sooner rather than later

From: http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20170411/a-healthy-middle-aged-heart-may-protect-your-brain-later?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ADA, industry ask HHS to re-examine Medicare Part C, Medicare Advantage requirement

The ADA, along with the National Association of Dental Plans and Delta Dental Plans Association, is asking the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to remove the enrollment requirement for dentists and other health care professionals who participate in Medicare Part C or Medicare Advantage plans.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/april/ada-industry-ask-hhs-to-re-examine-medicare-part-c-medicare-advantage-requirement

ADA Highlights campaign wins first place in communications awards

A campaign that articulated, in a brief visual way, the impact and value of ADA membership earned the ADA a first place award in the "Annual Report" category of the 2016 Ragan's PR Daily Awards, which recognizes campaigns in the communications, public relations, marketing and media industries.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/april/ada-highlights-campaign-wins-first-place-in-communications-awards

Big and tall women are more at risk for this heart problem

Larger women are almost three times as likely to develop a dangerous irregular heart rhythm

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/big-tall-women-more-at-risk-for-heart-rhythm-problem-a-fib/

Home Remedies The PRICE strategy for first aid

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0XHCcFCtDs

New Prostate Screening Guidelines Stress Choice

Men aged 55 to 69 should discuss PSA blood screen with their doctor, expert panel recommends

From: http://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/news/20170411/updated-prostate-cancer-test-guidelines-now-stress-patient-choice?src=RSS_PUBLIC

1 in 3 Teens With Autism Licensed to Drive

Pediatricians suggest discussing adolescent's capabilities with doctor first

From: http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/news/20170411/1-in-3-teens-with-autism-licensed-to-drive-study-finds?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Flame Retardants Tied to Thyroid Cancer Risk

One chemical in particular was linked in study to larger, more aggressive tumors

From: http://www.webmd.com/women/news/20170411/household-flame-retardants-tied-to-thyroid-cancer-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

National Dental Association set for July 19-23 in Dallas

The National Dental Association announced April 6 that its 104th Annual Convention will convene July 19-23 at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/april/national-dental-association-set-for-july-19-23-in-dallas

Pennsylvania congressman to be named drug czar by Trump

CBS News reports that Rep. Tom Marino will head up the Office of National Drug Control Policy

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/pennsylvania-congressman-to-be-named-drug-czar-by-donald-trump/

What to know about new prostate cancer screening guidelines

Expert panel has softened its position on routine prostate cancer screening

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/panel-updates-guidelines-for-prostate-cancer-screening/

Couple contracts rat lungworm disease on Hawaii honeymoon

“I’ve had several operations, two pneumonias, a blood clot. Right now, I’m dealing with a kidney issue, all of which was spurred by the ratlung," said Ben Manilla

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/couple-contracts-rat-lungworm-disease-on-hawaii-honeymoon/

Hospital grants Danish man his dying wish: a glass of wine and a cigarette

Nurses at a Danish hospital broke protocol to give a dying 75-year-old man his final request

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/hospital-grants-danish-man-his-dying-wish-a-glass-of-wine-and-a-cigarette/

Register Today for the Individualizing Medicine Conference

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFVxVLlw_7U

Oral cancer courses on tap for ADA 2017

The five-year relative survival rate for those with localized oral cancer and oropharynx cancer at Stage I-II diagnosis is 83 percent, compared with only 38 percent in patients diagnosed at Stage IV, according to the American Cancer Society.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/april/oral-cancer-courses-on-tap-for-ada-2017

Dr. Anthony Volpe receives high honor from IADR

The International Association for Dental Research presented past ADA Foundation President Dr. Anthony Volpe with the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Pharmacology/Therapeutics/Toxicology research at its 95th General Session & Exhibition March 22.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/april/dr-anthony-volpe-receives-high-honor-from-iadr

Chicago Dental Society Foundation Clinic reaches milestone

The Chicago Dental Society Foundation Clinic had treated local uninsured patients for about four years when — at 10 a.m. on March 10 — a patient arrived in need of fillings.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/april/chicago-dental-society-foundation-clinic-reaches-milestone

Couple says they found live scorpion in bag of spinach

A few days after two people in Miami found a dead bat in salad they had eaten, a Maryland couple reports a bagged spinach scare

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/couple-found-live-scorpion-in-bagged-spinach/

"Unconscionable" spikes in drug prices could soon be stopped in one state

The bill awaiting the governor's signature would let the state attorney general sue companies that unfairly overprice some drugs

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/drug-price-gouging-bill-approved-by-maryland-lawmakers/

6 ways to help keep your baby at a healthy weight

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Everyone loves a chubby baby — there’s something about a roly-poly belly and thighs that is completely adorable. “Baby fat” is something people don’t worry about. Not only do we think of it as cute, we think of it as healthy — and temporary.

Unfortunately, it’s not healthy or temporary. Which is why parents need to be mindful of their baby’s weight.

It used to be that baby fat was indeed healthy and temporary. In days when infant mortality was high, a little heft meant some extra reserves for the baby. And until recently, most children lost their baby fat once they got old enough to be active outside. But modern medicine has made babies far more likely to survive — and modern technology and other societal factors have made children far more likely to be sedentary. The reality is that baby fat turns into child fat, which turns into adult fat.

Luckily, there are some simple things that parents can do to keep their baby at a healthy weight and set them on the best path to stay that way.

1. Breastfeed. Some mothers cannot do this at all, and many cannot do it for very long. But if it’s possible, breastfeeding is a great way to get your baby started. Not only is the food perfectly designed for the baby’s nutritional needs, it’s almost impossible to overfeed while breastfeeding. Even if the baby stays there for a long time, after 10 to 15 minutes they are mostly just sucking for comfort and not getting milk.

2.  Don’t respond to every cry with a feed. Babies cry for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes it’s hunger, but sometimes they cry when they are tired, scared, overwhelmed, bored, uncomfortable, or just want to be held. If it’s been only a short time since a feed, parents should try a few other things before they feed the baby. Try changing the diaper, holding and soothing — or talking and playing. This is particularly important to start early; if every time a baby fusses they are fed, after a while they may start to think of feeding as what they need when they are bored, tired, or upset, making other tactics less successful and creating unhealthy associations with eating that are hard to undo.

3.  Don’t overfeed. It’s natural to want a baby to finish a bottle or a bowl of food. But if a baby stops eating and signals that he doesn’t want any more, it’s important to respect that. If your doctor has said that your baby is underweight and needs to eat more, that’s a different story and you should talk to your doctor about what to do. But if your baby is healthy, when he says he’s done, he’s done. Let him listen to his hunger cues; it will be important for the rest of his life.

4.  Give healthy solid food. Once your baby is ready, give fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, fish, and lean meats. Babies will try anything. Use this time before they become picky to build their tastes for foods you want them to eat forever. While iron-fortified baby cereals can be healthy, don’t overdo them.

5.  Start family meals early. As soon as your baby can sit in a highchair, bring her to the table to eat with you. Children who eat meals with their parents are less likely to be overweight — and family dinners help build strong relationships and help children succeed in school (and help keep teens out of trouble). Make it a habit early. Not only is it good for babies, but establishing the family meal habit helps everyone in the family — especially if it spurs families to cook healthy meals.

6.  Get your baby moving. Exercise can and should start early. Get your baby on the floor; do “tummy time,” encourage movement. Get down on the floor with them. Make safe places for them to crawl and learn to walk and run. Take them out for walks — and once they can walk, make sure they walk too. If you make active play and family exercise a normal part of every day, it not only helps babies get to and stay at a healthy weight, it makes it more likely that they will be active as children, teens, and adults.

That’s really the point: good health habits not only help your children now, but for the rest of their life.

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From: Claire McCarthy, MD http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/6-ways-to-help-keep-your-baby-at-a-healthy-weight-2017041111575

'Video Feedback' Might Help Treat Autism in Babies

Therapists help parents learn and better react to their infants' communication style

From: http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/news/20170411/video-feedback-program-might-help-treat-autism-in-babies?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Many Don't Know How to Handle High Cholesterol

Survey found they know it raises heart risks, but are confused, discouraged about how to lower it

From: http://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/news/20170411/many-americans-dont-know-how-to-handle-high-cholesterol?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Questions about fluoride? Join the Facebook Live conversation

Dental professionals can learn more about topical fluoride agents and the ADA clinical practice guideline on the subject during a Facebook Live event scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Central time on April 18 online at Facebook.com/AmericanDentalAssociation.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/april/questions-about-fluoride-join-the-facebook-live-conversation

Five Life Skills Can Boost Your Odds of Well-Being

People with these traits more likely to be healthier, less lonely and more financially stable, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/balance/news/20170410/these-5-life-skills-can-boost-your-odds-of-well-being?src=RSS_PUBLIC

New screening guidelines for prostate cancer

Recommendations from a government advisory panel suggest new screening guidelines for prostate cancer. The task force said men from ages 55 to 69 should should talk to their doctors about the pros and cons of blood testing. Dr. David Agus, who leads the USC Norris Westside Cancer Center, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how to make the right decision.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/new-screening-guidelines-for-prostate-cancer/

Mayo Clinic Minute: Parkinson's - Regaining movement control

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yl89IkRDX7Y

The Grayer His Hair, the Higher His Heart Risk?

Study finds link between silvery locks and hardening of the arteries

From: http://www.webmd.com/men/news/20170410/the-grayer-his-hair-the-higher-his-heart-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Botox May Help Ease 'Burning Mouth' Syndrome

In small study, injections rid patients of discomfort for up to 5 months

From: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/news/20170410/botox-may-help-ease-burning-mouth-syndrome?src=RSS_PUBLIC