#MayoClinicNeuroChat about Acoustic Neuromas

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVXz2QuI3S4

Kimmel baby's heart defect is common, fixable, doctors say

A closer look at the condition called tetralogy of Fallot

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/kimmel-babys-heart-defect-is-common-fixable-doctors-say/

Brain Research Fuels New Migraine Treatments

New migraine drugs avoid the risky effects of current treatments on the heart. Other new therapies use electrical pulses to stop headaches.

From: http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/news/20170502/brain-research-new-migraine-treatments?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Life Expectancy Goes Up for Black Americans

But CDC report also found they're still more likely to die at an earlier age than whites

From: http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20170502/life-expectancy-goes-up-for-black-americans?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mental Health Myths Abound in the U.S.

For instance, survey finds less than half can recognize anxiety

From: http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20170502/mental-health-myths-abound-in-the-us?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Loving Kids May Help Lower Seniors' Dementia Risk

But negative relationships with children, spouse increased chances, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20170502/loving-supportive-kids-may-help-lower-seniors-dementia-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Jimmy Kimmel Reveals Newborn Son's Heart Condition

Jimmy Kimmel Reveals Newborn Son's Heart Condition

From: http://www.webmd.com/children/news/20170502/health-highlights-may-2-2017?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Improve your relationships with better communication

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/improve-your-relationships-with-better-communication/art-20314073

Jimmy Kimmel pitches coverage for pre-existing conditions

The late night talk show host held back tears as he announced his support for health insurance coverage of people with pre-existing conditions and continued funding for the National Institute of Health

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/jimmy-kimmel-makes-emotional-pitch-for-covering-pre-existing-conditions/

Fox reporter’s lawsuit sheds light on endometriosis

There's no cure for the condition, which may affect more than 11 percent of American women between the ages of 15 and 44

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fox-reporter-diana-falzones-lawsuit-sheds-light-on-endometriosis/

African-Americans living longer, but disparities remain

New government data shows racial gaps in health differences are narrowing

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/african-american-living-longer-health-disparities-remain-cdc-report/

Help an ADA member with cancer find a cure

Dr. Kapil Vij, 45, a pediatric dentist from this Chicago suburb, was diagnosed earlier this year with myelofibrosis, a rare form of blood cancer, and the best chances for his long-term survival comes from a bone marrow transplant with a donor from the National Marrow Donor Program, his family said.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/help-an-ada-member-with-cancer-find-a-cure

2017 spending bill includes increases for dental research, education

Washington — The House Appropriations Committee May 1 released the 2017 Omnibus Appropriations bill, legislation that will provide discretionary funding for the federal government through Sept. 30 — the end of the current fiscal year.



From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/2017-spending-bill-includes-increases-for-dental-research-education

Wireless health services provider settles $2.5 million HIPAA breach

The federal government in April settled a potential violation of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act with a health services provider that reported an employee's laptop stolen with more than 1,000 individuals' unsecured electronic protected health information, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights in a news release.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/wireless-health-services-provider-settles-2-5-million-hipaa-breach

Improve your relationships with better communication

From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/improve-your-relationships-with-better-communication/art-20314073

Stem Cells in Space: Dr. Abba Zubair's Research Story

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5khrXRfTrk

Using Stem Cells for HLHS Research

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZicesggOj8

Studying Genetic Causes of HLHS

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaZyxldScE8

New Clinical Trial for Single Right Ventricle Patients

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHsLJKK4tzQ

Improve your relationships with better communication

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/improve-your-relationships-with-better-communication/art-20314073

Doctors repair skulls of triplets born with rare condition

New York surgeons estimate the odds of this occurring in triplets to be "one in 500 trillion"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/triplets-born-with-rare-skull-condition-get-first-ever-surgery/

Trump admin loosens rules on school lunches

New Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue signs proclamation that aims to make cafeteria meals more palatable to students

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/sodium-milk-and-grain-perdue-loosens-some-regulations-on-school-meals/

Penicillin Was Pioneered in Peoria at USDA-ARS Research Lab

From: USDA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIka9BozpxA

Actor Jackie Chan on Stunts, Naps, and Why He Never Diets

Oscar-winning actor and martial artist Jackie Chan talks about stunts, naps, and why he never diets.

From: http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/questions-jackie-chan?src=RSS_PUBLIC

5 things to tell your child about 13 Reasons Why

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Teens are affected by what their peers do and say — and by what they see in the media. We all know this. Most of the time, it isn’t a serious problem. But when it comes to suicide, it can be a serious problem.

That’s why many parents and professionals are worried about the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why. Based on the book by Jay Asher, it tells the story of Hannah, who kills herself and leaves behind 13 tapes for the people who played a role in her decision. The worry is that the series could make some vulnerable teens consider or try suicide.

How worrisome is this?

It’s a reasonable concern. Suicide is the second leading cause of death in youth ages 15 to 19, just behind accidents — some of which might actually be suicides. According to the 2015 Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), 17.7% of high school students said they considered suicide in the previous year, 14.6% made a plan, and 8.6% tried to kill themselves.

That’s a lot of kids. And given that there are studies that show that teens are more likely to commit suicide when they hear or read about another suicide, or when a schoolmate commits suicide, it’s understandable why the Netflix series has raised alarm. Trying to stop teens from watching it is a natural response. But besides the fact that it’s hard to do that for a show mostly watched online, the better response may be to use the show to start conversations, and get educated, about suicide.

Some teens are definitely at higher risk of suicide, such as those with mental health problems, a history of abuse, a history of a previous suicide attempt, or a family history of suicide. Teens who are LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning) are also at higher risk. But given that the YRBS data shows that nearly one in five high school students thinks about suicide, there’s more that comes into play. Bullying, social isolation, and stressful life events, all of which happen to Hannah in the show, can make a teen think about dying — and, as also happens in the show, parents, friends, teachers, and others can be completely unaware of how sad and desperate a teen is feeling.

It’s certainly true that adolescence is almost by definition full of angst. But it’s important to be alert to anything that increases a teen’s risk of feeling suicidal, and to any signs that a teen is very sad, angry, or isolated. Too often, we are reluctant to even to talk about suicide, when talking is exactly what we need to do.

5 points to discuss with your child

Ideally, parents should watch 13 Reasons Why with their teens, and talk about it. But if that’s not possible (or if their teens have already watched it), here are some points worth discussing:

1. The struggles and feelings Hannah has are common. So very many teens have trouble fitting in, or experience bullying, or have relationship problems, for example. Sometimes teens can feel like they are the only ones for whom life isn’t working out. Talking about this can put it in perspective, and allow you to point out that…
2. There are other and better solutions than suicide. As horrible as a situation might feel in the moment, there is always something that can be done, and there is always someone who can help. Things can get better — unless you are dead, in which case they can’t. However, in order to get help, you have to let someone know you need it. So…
3. If you ever start thinking about suicide, at all, tell someone. The best “someone” is someone who can help, or help you get help, like a parent, a teacher, or your doctor. But the most important thing is to tell someone. If you don’t feel comfortable telling someone you know, there are hotlines you can call, like the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255. And, of course…
4. If someone ever says that they are thinking about suicide, take it seriously. Don’t brush it off as a joke, don’t act like it’s no big deal or just a bad day. Act like they mean it, and get them help. You should also react and get help when someone is acting sadder than usual, is isolating herself or himself more, or is otherwise acting different in a way that is worrisome. If it turns out to be nothing, they will at least know how much you care about them. Which leads to another important message…
5. We all have the power to help — or hurt — people every day. The people around Hannah didn’t realize how much they were hurting her, or how they could have helped her. Comments and actions that seem small can be devastating; kindnesses that seem small can make all the difference. If we use this Netflix series to talk about how we are responsible for each other, and how we need to take better care of each other, it could not only help us be better people, it could save lives.

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From: Claire McCarthy, MD http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-things-tell-child-13-reasons-2017050211695

'Silent' Seizures Tied to Alzheimer's Symptoms

Researchers suggest they're a potential target for treating the disease

From: http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20170502/silent-seizures-tied-to-alzheimers-symptoms?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Can Dropping Some Weight Save Your Knees?

Loss was tied to less joint degeneration in study, but skeptics remain

From: http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/knee-pain/news/20170502/can-dropping-some-weight-save-your-knees?src=RSS_PUBLIC

USDA Rolls Back Obama-Era School Lunch Rules

Schools will now have more leeway when it comes to salt, whole grains and milk, USDA says

From: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20170501/trump-administration-rolls-back-obama-era-school-lunch-rules?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mayo Clinic Minute: Is melatonin the right sleep aid for me?

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7CuirsCNSo

Jimmy Kimmel tears up recalling newborn son’s heart surgery

Late-night host also makes passionate plea against proposed cuts in federal health care spending

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/jimmy-kimmel-tears-up-recalling-newborn-sons-heart-surgery/

Responding to a Polio Outbreak

From: World Health Organization https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtHbk0GL6sE

Improve your relationships with better communication

From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/improve-your-relationships-with-better-communication/art-20314073