Wednesday, May 10, 2017

New warning for commonly used NSAID painkillers

A new study warns that the risk for heart attacks while taking painkillers known as NSAIDs can appear just days after use. These medications include common over-the-counter drugs like ibuprofen and naproxen. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/new-warning-for-commonly-used-nsaid-painkillers/

Taking ADHD meds may help reduce car crashes

Hallmarks of the disorder – including inattention, impulsivity – raise the risk of accidents, researchers say

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/taking-adhd-meds-may-help-reduce-car-crashes/

Expired EpiPens may still save a life, study finds

But allergy experts warn it's better not to count on older EpiPens if you can replace them

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/expired-epipens-may-still-save-a-life/

Tuskegee syphilis study descendants still seek healing

More than 80 years later, families of men in the notorious Tuskegee syphilis study detail a legacy of suffering, and seek healing

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/tuskegee-syphilis-study-descendants-speak-about-tragedy-call-for-action/

Why some women are undergoing breast "explants"

Women are choosing breast implant reductions and removals for personal and health reasons

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-some-women-are-undergoing-breast-explants/

Hope for 1st Drug Against Lymphedema

Mouse study offers clues to ease the painful, swollen limb condition



From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20170510/hope-for-1st-drug-against-lymphedema-a-cancer-complication?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Diet May Lower Your Odds for Painful Gout

Ditching fats and salt in favor of fruits, veggies and grains keeps the condition at bay, study finds



From: http://www.webmd.com/arthritis/news/20170510/eat-this-diet-to-lower-your-odds-for-painful-gout?src=RSS_PUBLIC

June 7 webinar covers legal, ethical issues of prescribing opioids

The ADA is hosting a webinar June 7 from 2-3 p.m. Central time on the Legal and Ethical Issues of Opioid Prescribing for Acute Dental Pain.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/june-7-webinar-covers-legal-ethical-issues-of-prescribing-opioids

Do You Overeat? Your Brain Wiring May Be Why

New research might shed light on why women struggle with weight more than men do



From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20170509/do-you-overeat-your-brain-wiring-may-be-why?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Why some women are ditching breast implants

Doctors say they're seeing more women who are deciding to reduce or get rid of their breast implants. CBS News' Danielle Nottingham reports from Beverly Hills on the trend in so-called "explant" surgery.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/why-some-women-are-ditching-breast-implants/

Mom's viral photos show how postpartum depression feels

"You don't get it until you're in it..."

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/postpartum-depression-moms-viral-photos-facebook/

Federal Trade Commission unveils website to help small businesses fend off cyberattacks

Washington — The Federal Trade Commission has launched a new website aimed at helping small business owners avoid scams and protect their computers and networks from cyberattacks and other threats.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/federal-trade-commission-unveils-website-to-help-small-businesses-fend-off-cyberattacks

Ban on super-thin models takes effect in France

French models now need a doctor's note to prove good health, or their agencies could be fined or jailed

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/ban-on-super-thin-models-anorexia-takes-effect-in-france/

Mayo Clinic Minute: The ABCs of avoiding ticks



From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbWCPv_Xv50

Cloud computing, searching for clinical information topics of technical reports available for review

Dental professionals can review technical reports about cloud computing and best practices related to searching electronic resources for clinical information.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/cloud-computing-searching-for-clinical-information-topics-of-technical-reports-available-for-review

ADA 2017 – America's Dental Meeting registration now open

Registration is open for ADA 2017 – America's Dental Meeting at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta from Oct. 19-23.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/ada-2017-americas-dental-meeting-registration-now-open

Measles Outbreak Blamed on Anti-Vaccine Groups

Measles Outbreak Blamed on Anti-Vaccine Groups



From: http://www.webmd.com/children/vaccines/news/20170509/health-highlights-may-9-2017?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Being assertive: Reduce stress, communicate better



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/assertive/art-20044644

Slide show: 5 vegetable main dishes



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/multimedia/vegetable-recipes/sls-20076497

Nuclear stress test



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/nuclear-stress-test/basics/definition/prc-20012978

Facebook Live: Mayo Clinic Experts Discuss New FAA BasicMed Course



From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjvufNJ3SvI

Common Painkillers Tied to Heart Attack Risk

Over-the-counter drugs like Aleve and Advil linked to higher odds, researchers say



From: http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/news/20170509/common-painkillers-tied-to-slight-rise-in-heart-attack-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Zika Risk May Be Lower for Some Pregnant Women

U.S. study found only 1 of 185 who traveled to active areas tested positive, and baby wasn't infected



From: http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20170509/zika-risk-may-be-lower-than-thought-for-some-pregnant-women?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Being assertive: Reduce stress, communicate better



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/assertive/art-20044644

Slide show: 5 vegetable main dishes



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/multimedia/vegetable-recipes/sls-20076497

Nitric oxide test for asthma

Nitric oxide test — Another tool to diagnose and monitor asthma in children and adults.



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/nitric-oxide-test/basics/definition/prc-20012958

Cholecystitis



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cholecystitis/basics/definition/con-20034277

Upper endoscopy



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/endoscopy/basics/definition/prc-20020363

Nuclear stress test



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/nuclear-stress-test/basics/definition/prc-20012978

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/electroconvulsive-therapy/basics/definition/prc-20014161

Being assertive: Reduce stress, communicate better



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/assertive/art-20044644

Slide show: 5 vegetable main dishes



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/multimedia/vegetable-recipes/sls-20076497

Nitric oxide test for asthma

Nitric oxide test — Another tool to diagnose and monitor asthma in children and adults.



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/nitric-oxide-test/basics/definition/prc-20012958

Cholecystitis



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cholecystitis/basics/definition/con-20034277

Upper endoscopy



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/endoscopy/basics/definition/prc-20020363

Nuclear stress test



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/nuclear-stress-test/basics/definition/prc-20012978

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)



From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/electroconvulsive-therapy/basics/definition/prc-20014161