Results of Trump physical revealed

The president's physician released details about Trump's first physical in office Tuesday. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor to discuss the briefing.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/results-of-trump-physical-revealed/

Understanding CTE

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/feature/understanding-cte/

W.H. doc: "Absolutely no concerns" about Trump's cognitive ability

Trump scored a 30 out of 30 on a cognitive assessment during his physical last week, his doctor told reporters

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/white-house-doctor-no-concerns-about-trumps-cognitive-health/

CVS: No More Photo Touchups in Beauty Product Ads

If suppliers use altered photos in their marketing materials, they will be labeled.

From: https://www.webmd.com/balance/news/20180116/cvs-no-more-photo-touchups-in-beauty-products?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Breast-Feed Now, Stave Off Diabetes Later

In babies, breast-feeding has been linked to a reduced risk for infections, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, some cancers and childhood overweight and obesity.

From: https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20180116/breast-feed-now-stave-off-diabetes-later?src=RSS_PUBLIC

To-Do List Before Bedtime Prompts Better Sleep

The lab study included 57 university students who took five minutes before going to bed to either write down what they needed to do over the next few days, or to list the tasks they had completed during the previous few days.

From: https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20180116/to-do-list-before-bedtime-prompts-better-sleep?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ADA formally comments on proposed changes to Medicare Parts C, D

The ADA filed comments Jan. 12 on the proposed changes to the enrollment requirements for Medicare Part C and Part D.

From: By Jennifer Garvin
http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/ada-formally-comments-on-proposed-changes-to-medicare-parts-c-d

Can Crystals Heal? Separating Facets from Facts

Do alternative therapies really work?

From: https://www.webmd.com/balance/news/20180116/can-crystals-heal-separating-facets-from-facts?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Gabriel Martinez Galvez wins Three Minute Thesis competition

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE2nomuF-OI

ADA advocacy highlights from a busy 2017

From repealing burdensome Medicare regulations to working to include dentistry in the various pro-business tax reform provisions, 2017 was a busy year for the Association's Washington office.

From: By Jennifer Garvin
http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/ada-advocacy-highlights-from-a-busy-2017

Laurel Road 2018 rates offer more student loan refinancing savings

ADA members refinancing their student loans through Laurel Roadmay save more money with new rates that went into effect in the new year.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/laurel-road-2018-rates-offer-more-student-loan-refinancing-savings

Mayo Clinic Minute: How to reduce salt in your diet

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

CME Preview: Infectious Diseases Subspecialties Update 2019

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

Potential measles exposure at Chicago airport

A passenger with a confirmed case of measles arrived at O'Hare International Airport, potentially exposing others to the highly contagious disease, officials say

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/potential-measles-exposure-at-chicago-airport/

When to worry about your child’s sore throat

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Sore throats happen all the time in childhood — and most of the time, it’s nothing to worry about. Most of the time, they are simply part of a common cold, don’t cause any problems, and get better without any treatment.

Sometimes, though, a sore throat can be a sign of a problem that might need medical treatment. Here are four examples:

Strep throat. This infection, caused by a particular kind of streptococcus bacteria, is quite common. Along with a sore throat, children may have a fever, headache, stomachache (sometimes with vomiting), and a fine, pink rash that almost looks like sandpaper. All of these symptoms can also be seen with a viral infection, so the only way to truly know if it’s strep throat is to swab for rapid testing and/or a culture. Strep throat actually can get better without antibiotics, but we give antibiotics to prevent complications, which, while rare, can include heart problems, kidney problems, and arthritis.

Peritonsillar or retropharyngeal abscess. This is a collection of pus either behind the tonsils (peritonsillar) or at the back of the throat (retropharyngeal) and can be dangerous. Redness and swelling on one side of the throat, or a bad sore throat with fever and neck stiffness, can be signs.

Stomatitis. This is caused by viruses, and leads to sores in the mouth and throat. It gets better by itself, but it can make eating and drinking very uncomfortable, which is why some children with stomatitis (especially very young children) end up with dehydration. There are medications that can help coat the sores and make drinking easier, to help prevent dehydration.

Ingestion. Little children are curious and don’t have the best self-preservation skills. If they drink something that is a strong acid or alkali, it can burn the mouth and throat as it goes down. Household products such as bleach, drain cleaners, toilet bowl cleaners, some detergents, and even some beauty products such as hair straighteners, can do terrible damage. If an adult didn’t witness the ingestion, all they might know is that the child is suddenly complaining of mouth and throat pain.

Here’s when you should call the doctor about your child’s sore throat

• if your child is having any trouble breathing, or if their breathing just seems different to you
• if your child is having trouble swallowing, especially if they are drooling
• if your child has a stiff neck
• if your child has a high fever (102° F or higher) that doesn’t go down with acetaminophen or ibuprofen, or keeps coming back after going down briefly
• if your child is refusing to drink or is drinking much less than normal
• if the pain is severe (any severe pain warrants a call to the doctor)
• if your child is so sleepy that they are hard to wake or keep awake
• if your child has a rash, headache, stomachache, or vomiting, to be checked for strep throat (or other infections). If your child has been around someone with strep, any sore throat warrants an appointment to get checked.

If none of those are happening, that’s good news — and chances are your child will be fine in a day or two.

Here are some ways to make a child with a sore throat more comfortable

• Cold liquids, or cold foods like popsicles, ice cream, or refrigerated Jell-0. If they don’t want to eat, that’s fine, but they have to drink. Give sips of a little at a time if needed.
• Acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Check with your doctor for the right dose for your child’s age and weight.
• If your child has mouth sores, avoid foods that are salty, spicy, acidic (like orange juice), or sharp (like potato chips). Stick with bland and soft.
• Use a humidifier to help keep the throat moist.

As always: if you have any questions or concerns, call your doctor.

The post When to worry about your child’s sore throat appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.

From: Claire McCarthy, MD https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/worry-childs-sore-throat-2018011613119

Sauna May Be as Good as Exercise for the Heart

On average, the study found, sauna users saw a drop in blood pressure and artery "stiffness" immediately after their heat bath. They also showed an increase in heart rate that was similar to the effect from moderate exercise.

From: https://www.webmd.com/heart/news/20180116/sauna-may-be-as-good-as-exercise-for-the-heart?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Hold That Sneeze? Maybe Not

Spontaneous rupture of the back of the throat is rare and usually caused by trauma, explained the authors of the report, published Jan. 15.

From: https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20180116/hold-that-sneeze--maybe-not?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Become a 'lifelong learner' at evidence-based dentistry workshop

Recognizing the vast amount of dental-related research available at the fingertips of plugged-in dentists, Dr. Belok said he attended a workshop in 2017 hosted by the ADA Center for Evidence-Based Dentistry that gave him an overview of how to effectively sift through the science and use the best of it in patient care.

From: By Michelle Manchir
http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/become-a-lifelong-learner-at-evidence-based-dentistry-workshop

Dentist studying periodontal disease in elderly receives research award

A dentist and Ph.D. candidate studying periodontal disease in the elderly is the inaugural recipient of the ADA Foundation Dentsply Sirona Research Award for Dual Degree Candidates.

From: By Kelly Ganski
http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/dentist-studying-periodontal-disease-in-elderly-receives-research-award

Invisalign dispute disrupts orthodontists’ workflow

Atlanta — Dr. Susan Podray, an orthodontist in the suburbs of Atlanta, feels like she and her patients are “caught between two companies.”

From:

By David Burger

http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/invisalign-dispute-disrupts-orthodontists-workflow

Penn dental school unveils renovated clinic

The University of Pennsylvania dental school celebrated Jan. 11 the opening of the Robert I. Schattner Clinic, a 10,000-square-foot space that features 74 dental operatories, including four dedicated to digital radiography.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/penn-dental-school-unveils-renovated-clinic

Straighten out coordination of benefits with ADA resources

This is the fifth in a series featuring answers and solutions for dentists when it comes to the world of dental benefits and plans. The series is intended to help untangle many of the issues that can potentially befuddle dentists and their teams so that they can focus on patient care.

From: By David Burger
http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/straighten-out-coordination-of-benefits-with-ada-resources

Washington State Dental Association dentists file complaint against state Delta Dental

Seattle — Five provider dentists of Delta Dental of Washington who are also on the Washington State Dental Association’s board of directors filed a complaint in early January with the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner against Delta. The five allege that the third-party payer misled state regulators when it completed a corporate reorganization in 2013.

From:

By David Burger

http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/january/washington-state-dental-association-dentists-file-complaint-against-state-delta-dental

Infectious Diseases A-Z: New shingles vaccine should soon be available

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHoh-g_21q0

CME Preview: Transforming Women's Health 2018 - Basics and Keynote

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Q8cG6LTPFE

CME Preview: Transforming Women's Health 2018 - Dr. Virginia Miller

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHwE2NqrVBA

CME Preview: Transforming Women's Health 2018 - Day One

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

CME Preview: Transforming Women's Health 2018 - Day Three

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjfxuCXp-0U

CME Preview: Transforming Women's Health 2018 - Breakfast with Experts

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h2TdkYXEwc

CME Preview: Transforming Women's Health 2018 - Day Two

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jXK-PAg97A

CME Preview: Transforming Women's Health 2018 - Dr. Walter Rocca

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmV2VHFfRtU

Sleep Crisis in America: Mayo Clinic Radio

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50rlq-vYJrk

New Year's Resolution - get moving: Mayo Clinic Radio

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FNjRdtFcl4Y

Pancreatic Cancer: Mayo Clinic Radio

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