05/17/17

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

ADA testifies on Capitol Hill

The Action for Dental Health Act has the potential to "positively affect every patient in my practice, which is why I am so passionate about it," Dr. Cheryl D. Watson-Lowry told Congress during the May 17 hearing, "Examining Initiatives to Advance Public Health."

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/ada-testifies-on-capitol-hill

ADA testifies on Capitol Hill

Heart attack risk goes up after common illness

The risk of having a heart attack is 17 times higher the week after infection

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/heart-attack-risk-increases-after-upper-respiratory-infection/

Moms in their 30s are leading this trend

Experts explain what's fueling the trend towards older motherhood

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/moms-in-their-30s-are-having-more-babies-than-younger-women/

When caffeine becomes deadly: How much is too much?

Recent death of a teen blamed on too much caffeine raises questions about the stimulant's safety

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/when-caffeine-becomes-deadly-how-much-is-too-much/

Boy touches fluffy caterpillar, gets rushed to the ER

"The pain immediately and rapidly gets worse after being stung, and can even make your bones hurt"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/poisonous-caterpillar-sting-sends-florida-boy-to-the-er-mom-warns/

Gene Therapy Might Mend Badly Broken Bones

Animal experiments suggest this may be a potential alternative to bone grafts, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/first-aid/news/20170517/gene-therapy-might-someday-mend-badly-broken-bones?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Some Lead Poisoning Tests May Be Faulty

But the majority of tests are unaffected, U.S. officials say

From: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20170517/some-lead-poisoning-tests-may-be-faulty?src=RSS_PUBLIC

FDA Warning: Diabetes Drug Has Amputation Risk

Canagliflozin tied to a doubling of amputations of legs, feet, agency says

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20170517/diabetes-drug-gets-fda-warning-due-to-amputation-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Just 2 Weeks on the Couch Can Trigger Decline

Constant daily activity vital to optimal health, lifestyle experts say

From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20170517/just-2-weeks-on-the-couch-can-trigger-bodys-decline?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Dr. LaPook's words of wisdom for new doctors

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook delivered the commencement address to the first graduating class at Quinnipiac University's Frank H. Netter, M.D. School of Medicine. Here is his advice for the next generation of America's doctors.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/dr-lapooks-words-of-wisdom-for-new-doctors/

Dr. LaPook on what it takes to be a "true healer"

CBS News' chief medical correspondent shared these words of wisdom with the graduating medical school class at Quinnipiac University

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/dr-jon-lapook-commencement-address-quinnipiac-medical-school/

Does your doctor's age matter?

Treatment by older physicians is linked to higher death rates for patients in certain cases – but researchers say it's not just about age

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/doctors-older-age-patient-mortality/

Study: Abortion pills at home as safe as in a clinic

"Women are very capable of managing their own abortions and they're able to determine themselves when they need to seek medical attention," researcher says

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/taking-abortion-pills-at-home-as-safe-as-in-a-clinic-study/

Know the Signs of Dry Drowning and Secondary Drowning

WebMD explains how to recognize the warning signs of dry drowning and secondary drowning, which can happen hours after your child has left the pool.

From: http://www.webmd.com/children/features/secondary-drowning-dry-drowning?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ADA names winner of social media contest

The ADA wrapped up an April social media contest by announcing the winner: Akash Patel, a student member of the Association who wrote about his inspirations at the UCLA School of Dentistry.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/may/ada-names-winner-of-social-media-contest

Rheumatoid arthritis: Does pregnancy affect symptoms?

From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/diseases-conditions/rheumatoid-arthritis/in-depth/rheumatoid-arthritis-pregnancy/art-20094103

Diabetic neuropathy types: Symptoms tell the story

From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/diseases-conditions/diabetic-neuropathy/in-depth/diabetic-neuropathy-types/art-20094456

"Fit but fat" may be a myth, study says

The so-called "healthy obese" still have higher health risks than normal-weight people, according to new research

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fit-but-fat-may-be-a-myth-study-says/

Tom Brady "had a concussion last year," wife Gisele says

"You know, we don't talk about it but he does have concussions," Bündchen told Charlie Rose on Wednesday

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/tom-brady-had-a-concussion-last-year-wife-gisele-bundchen-says/

Gisele Bündchen on Tom Brady's concussions

In an interview with Charlie Rose, Gisele Bündchen reveals husband and NFL quarterback Tom Brady has had concussions. Bündchen is teaming up with environmentalist Paul Hawken to help promote his new book, "Drawdown."

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/gisele-bundchen-on-tom-bradys-concussions/

Mouse gives birth thanks to 3D-printed ovaries

Scientists hope "bioprosthetic" ovaries might one day help restore fertility in women who've lost ovary function after cancer

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/mouse-gives-birth-with-3-d-printed-ovaries/

Mayo Clinic Minute: Women's heart attack symptoms vary

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sldf6p0f3Tg

Mayo Clinic: Neurofibromatosis Clinic Arizona

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrxfKxPlRf8

Mayo Clinic Neuroscience and Oncology Innovation Summit 2017

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtbyeajik5c

'Healthy Obese' May Be a Myth

Higher risk for heart problems detected in new study

From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20170517/healthy-obese-may-be-a-myth?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Is the AIDS Epidemic Winding Down in the U.S.?

Infection rate could be as low as 12,000 people a year by 2025, researchers report

From: http://www.webmd.com/hiv-aids/news/20170517/is-the-aids-epidemic-winding-down-in-the-us?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Your Doctor's Age Might Affect Your Care

Study found older patients' hospital survival was slightly higher when their physician was younger

From: http://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/news/20170516/your-doctors-age-might-affect-your-care?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mouse Gives Birth to Pups Using 3-D Printed Ovary

Breakthrough might someday lead to similar organs for infertile women, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/infertility-and-reproduction/news/20170516/mouse-gives-birth-to-pups-using-3-d-printed-ovary?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Sonny Perdue Gets Started at USDA

From: USDA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Go9Awr9sq_s

Almost half of all deaths now have a recorded cause, WHO data show

WHO is concerned by the chronic shortage of funding for life-saving work in Somalia in response to the ongoing drought that has plunged the country further towards famine, disease, and health insecurity.

From: http://www.who.int/entity/mediacentre/news/releases/2017/half-deaths-recorded/en/index.html