Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Age Related Muscle Loss



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Child Life Specialist - Mayo Clinic



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How Plagiocephaly Can be Treated & Prevented - Mayo Clinic



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Gene Therapy for Neuromuscular Diseases: Surprising Lessons Learned from Dogs



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQe3Fe-lW84

How often do vasectomies fail?

NY Jets' Antonio Cromartie is expecting twins despite having undergone the procedure, prompting questions about its effectiveness

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-often-do-vasectomies-fail/

High Uric-Acid Levels, Lower Risk of Parkinson's?

Link found only in men, researchers say



From: http://www.webmd.com/parkinsons-disease/news/20160113/high-uric-acid-levels-lower-risk-of-parkinsons?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Did Painkiller Crackdown Cause Heroin Epidemic?

New commentary says no, but others disagree



From: http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20160113/did-painkiller-crackdown-cause-heroin-epidemic?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Hospital vaccine mishap affects hundreds of children

More than 800 kids need to get revaccinated after hospital discovers a problem

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/hospital-vaccine-mishap-affects-hundreds-of-children/

CDC: Evidence may link mosquito-borne virus, birth defects

Health officials find worrying signs that the Zika virus may harm unborn babies

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/cdc-evidence-links-mosquito-borne-virus-birth-defects/

Scientists extend lifespan of lab mice by 40 percent

The findings could one day help humans live longer and healthier lives, researchers say

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/study-finds-hormone-that-extends-lifespan-40-percent-in-lab-mice/

President Obama Touts Cancer Research Goals

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In his last State of the Union speech, President Barack Obama announced a national initiative to find a cure for cancer, an ambitious "moon shot" that Vice President Joe Biden will direct in the remaining months of the administration. WebMD has the details.



From: http://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20160113/president-obama-cancer-research?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Potatoes linked to pregnancy risk, study finds

New research shows that women who eat a lot of potatoes may be more likely to develop gestational diabetes

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/potatoes-linked-to-pregnancy-risk-study-finds/

Could Doctor Bias Be Affecting Your Treatment?

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Your emotional state, your weight, and even your intelligence or insurance coverage may affect the way your doctor perceives you, according to a Medscape survey of more than 15,800 doctors. WebMD has the details.



From: http://www.webmd.com/news/20160113/doctor-bias-treatment?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Acetaminophen Tops for Accidental Infant Poisoning

Other common dangers included cough/cold meds, ibuprofen and diaper rash creams, data shows



From: http://www.webmd.com/children/news/20160113/acetaminophen-tops-list-of-accidental-infant-poisonings?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Can You Reverse Type 2 Diabetes?

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Is type 2 diabetes reversal possible? Yes, with a combination of diet, exercise, and genes. WebMD explains.



From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/type-2-diabetes-guide/reversing-type-2-diabetes?src=RSS_PUBLIC