One family's quest to bring a new kind of wheelchair to toddlers

Bella Shorr's uncle used a plan he found on the internet to construct a wheelchair with a bumbo-like seat for kids, some tires and a wooden board

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/bella-shorr-bellas-bumbas-wheelchairs-spina-bifida/

Trump supporters in Georgia "soul searching" after GOP health care bill fails

For many Republicans, the failed Senate bills to repeal and replace Obamacare represent a promise unfulfilled. Mark Strassmann spoke to three conservatives in Georgia about how they want the party to move forward.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/trump-supporters-in-georgia-soul-searching-after-gop-health-care-bill-fails/

Senate GOP's last-ditch Obamacare replacement bill fails in dramatic overnight vote

While most Americans were sleeping, the 7-year Republican effort to repeal and replace Obamacare died on the floor of the Senate. GOP Sens. John McCain, Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins joined all 48 Democrats in opposing the so-called "skinny repeal" bill. Nancy Cordes reports.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/senate-gops-last-ditch-obamacare-replacement-bill-fails-in-dramatic-overnight-vote/

FDA Looks to Reduce Nicotine in Cigarettes

Goal is to combat smoking by making it less addictive

From: http://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20170728/fda-looks-to-reduce-nicotine-in-cigarettes?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Generic Eye Drops for Seniors Could Save Millions

Medicare is billed more than $1 billion annually for glaucoma treatments alone, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/drug-medication/news/20170728/generic-eye-drops-for-seniors-could-save-millions?src=RSS_PUBLIC

NJ issues new rules after lawsuit by Ebola-quarantined nurse

Attorneys said the decision was the result of a lawsuit filed by Kaci Hickox​, a nurse who had been working in Sierra Leone during the deadly Ebola outbreak​ in 2014

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/attorneys-nj-issues-new-rules-after-lawsuit-by-ebola-quarantined-nurse/

Making Mayo's Recipes: Roasted Green Beans

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

Making Mayo's Recipes: Roasted Red Pepper Pesto

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XSACoVBV0g

Making Mayo's Recipes: Six Grain Hot Cereal

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RcQCg2Snuw

Making Mayo's Recipes: Sweet Potato Souffle

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsQ4bXgvw7w

FDA announces new tobacco plan, postpones deeming rule

The Food and Drug Administration said July 28 it is developing a comprehensive plan to "alter cigarette addiction" as well as delaying the 2016 final rule expanding the agency's regulation of tobacco products.

From: By Jennifer Garvin http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/july/fda-announces-new-tobacco-plan-postpones-deeming-rule

Warning issued about synthetic marijuana after 9 deaths

Nine people have died after using the drug this month in the nation's largest city

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-zealand-warns-about-synthetic-marijuana-after-9-deaths/

Slug-inspired glue patches beating hearts

It's not available in operating rooms just yet but it could potentially be approved much more quickly for applications such as closing skin wounds

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/slug-inspired-glue-patches-beating-hearts/

Mayo Clinic Minute: Robotics refine knee replacement

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

Nomination deadline near for evidence-based dentistry awards

The ADA and the American Association for Dental Research are in search of dental educators and clinicians who have made significant contributions to implement and advance evidence-based dentistry.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/july/nomination-deadline-near-for-evidence-based-dentistry-awards

Donor Kidneys Rejected by Centers 7 Times on Average

Study suggests centers are often appropriately picky, but one specialist says patients should have a say in these choices

From: http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20170727/centers-reject-donor-kidneys-7-times-on-average?src=RSS_PUBLIC

House Republicans dumbfounded by failure to repeal Obamacare in Senate

There are deep divisions within the House Republican Conference about the next steps on health care

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/house-republicans-dumbfounded-by-failure-to-repeal-obamacare-in-senate/

Could alcohol lower your diabetes risk?

A daily drink or two may provide a bit of protection, study suggests, but some experts are skeptical

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/diabetes-risk-alcohol-study/

Making Mayo's Recipes: Stuffed Quinoa Peppers

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFIncvrOM9A

Making Mayo's Recipes: Stuffed Acorn Squash

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTzPsBU-js4

Making Mayo's Recipes: Spinach and Mushroom Souffle

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5wYna3dRqk

American Association of Retiring Dentists holding annual meeting in October

Alan Roadburg, Ph.D., the author of "Life After Dentistry: Retirement Readiness Lifestyle," will be the featured speaker at the ninth annual meeting of the American Association of Retiring Dentists.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/july/american-association-of-retiring-dentists-holding-annual-meeting-in-october

In Navajo Nation visit, ADA leaders listen, offer support

Understanding that oral health care challenges remain prevalent in Native American communities, a delegation of organized dentistry leaders had one clear goal when they met with those working to improve health care outcomes in the Navajo Nation: to foster and maintain a working relationship.

From: By Kimber Solana http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/july/in-navajo-nation-visit-ada-leaders-listen-offer-support

JADA: Caries experience in permanent teeth in older kids unchanged in last decade

While the oral health status of young children has improved in the previous decade, older children and adolescents' oral health has changed little, according to research published in the August issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association.

From: By Michelle Manchir http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/july/jada-caries-experience-in-permanent-teeth-in-older-kids-unchanged-in-last-decade

Could a Little Alcohol Lower Your Diabetes Risk?

Daily drink or two may provide a bit of protection, study suggests, but one expert skeptical

From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20170727/could-a-little-alcohol-lower-your-diabetes-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

'Eye Freckles' May Predict Sun-Related Problems

The spots could be linked to higher risk of cataracts, macular degeneration, study says

From: http://www.webmd.com/eye-health/news/20170728/eye-freckles-may-predict-sun-related-problems?src=RSS_PUBLIC

‘Skinny Repeal’ Bill Dies in Senate Vote

U.S. Sen. John McCain casts deciding vote as GOP suffers setback on changes to Affordable Care Act.

From: http://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/news/20170728/skinny-repeal-bill-dies-in-senate-vote?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Making Mayo's Recipes: Soft Chocolate Cake

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PTVjZIRUH4

Making Mayo's Recipes: Herbed Asiago Polenta

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJN0ejncEYc

Making Mayo's Recipes: Citrus Vinaigrette

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmH67K-ivS0

Making Mayo's Recipes: Brown Sugared Pork Tenderloin Stir Fry

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOCGzig14TQ

Researchers See Clues to Cause of Chronic Fatigue

Study suggests body amplifies fatigue signals, even during periods of rest

From: http://www.webmd.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome/news/20170727/researchers-see-clues-to-cause-of-chronic-fatigue?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Exercise today and look better tomorrow…(really)

Many of us are not happy with our physical appearance. We want to change ourselves, to be more like the current ideal projected on magazine covers, billboards, TV, movies… Indeed, there is a multibillion-dollar industry built around people’s desire to look “better.”

I think we all have an idea that our society’s obsession with body image is not entirely healthy, and it isn’t. There is plenty of research showing that poor body image is associated with depression and eating disorders, particularly among women.

Research also has shown that exercise can improve a person’s own body image, regardless of any actual change in their body. One study showed that just 30 minutes of physical activity had a significant positive effect on women’s body image. But why is this?

A small study published in the journal Psychology of Sport and Exercise tested various hypotheses. They recruited 75 college-age women who were dissatisfied with their physical appearance, as measured by several previously validated questionnaires. Only women of normal weight, without major medical problems and who were already moderately active, were chosen to participate.

The questionnaires measured how these women felt about their appearance, weight, fat percentage, fitness, endurance, strength, confidence in their ability to exercise, energy levels, and stress. They were also asked how much they enjoyed exercise. Then, half of the women exercised vigorously for 30 minutes (on an exercise bike, to between 65% and 85% of their maximum heart rate) while the other half sat in a room and read magazines (but not fashion or fitness magazines, only National Geographic!). Then they all repeated the questionnaires, right away and again 20 minutes later.

The women who exercised felt significantly thinner and stronger immediately, and still felt that way 20 minutes after exercising. The authors suggest that these positive changes may last longer than 20 minutes, and thus may help to explain why people who exercise regularly have better self-images regardless of any actual change in their appearance. They call for further research examining different types of exercise and extending the post-exercise study time.

Though this is a small study, it does support prior findings. I think it’s safe to say that exercise is clearly associated with improvements in body image, and there is little downside. I already recommend regular exercise to my patients who suffer from depression, and for those who also suffer from poor self-image, this recommendation could be even more important.

The post Exercise today and look better tomorrow…(really) appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.

From: Monique Tello, MD, MPH http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/want-look-better-mirror-tomorrow-exercise-today-2017072812096