Monday, December 28, 2015

Boston Chipotle hit by norovirus hopes for fresh start

City health inspector reportedly plans to eat lunch there in a show of confidence

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/boston-chipotle-hit-by-norovirus-reopens/

Family doctor says children given too much power

Research shows that 69 percent of 11 and 12-year-olds have a cellphone bought by their parents, and 76 percent of teens use social media

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/family-doctor-says-children-given-too-much-power/

Mayo Clinic Minute: How Much Water Should You Drink?



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81QHxWBJyFg

Injuries spike as adults try to ride hoverboards

The hoverboard was one of the most popular gifts this holiday season

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/injuries-spike-as-adults-try-to-ride-hoverboards/

U.S. childhood asthma rate showing decided change

Experts trying to figure out why -- and cautiously awaiting new data

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/u-s-childhood-asthma-rate-showing-decided-change/

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Robert Spitzer, "the most influential psychiatrist," dies at 83

Gay-rights activists credit Dr. Spitzer with removing homosexuality from the list of mental disorders; famous for focusing on data

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/robert-spitzer-the-most-influential-psychiatrist-dies-at-83/

Saturday, December 26, 2015

Specific Carbohydrate Diet for Pediatric IBD–IBD in the News



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gocj4JcQCLY

Statins: What you need to know

In today's Morning Rounds, what you need to know about statins

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/statins-what-you-need-to-know/

Friday, December 25, 2015

Santa's rosy cheeks lead to diagnosis

An actor in New York, recently cast as a singing Santa, found himself in a frightening real life medical drama of his own

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-york-actor-playing-santa-discovers-rosy-cheeks-could-be-life-threatening-blood-disorder/

New norovirus strain found amid recent outbreaks

News of the new strain comes as California health officials warn that outbreaks are increasing

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-norovirus-strain-found-amid-recent-outbreaks-as-peak-season-arrives/

Generosity is good for you

Whether it's buying gifts for loved ones or volunteering to help those less fortunate, being generous has perks for your own well-being

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-health-benefits-of-generosity/

Holiday plants can poison children, pets

Keep these festive but toxic plants out of kids' reach, doctors warn

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/holiday-plants-can-poison-children-pets/

Thursday, December 24, 2015

The best gift your family can give you this holiday

Grandma, grandpa, uncles, aunts and parents may have health information that saves lives

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-best-gift-your-family-can-give-you-this-holiday/

Make toy safety a top priority this Christmas

Each year, toys account for thousands of injuries among children in the U.S.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/make-toy-safety-a-top-priority-this-christmas/

Mayo Clinic Minute: Precious Cargo on Mayo One



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWnxCAP9abk