Monday, April 11, 2016

U.S. officials: Zika virus scarier than we thought

The CDC now believes the mosquito that carries the Zika virus is found in thirty states, not twelve as previously estimated

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/u-s-officials-zika-virus-scarier-than-we-thought/

Can I Work Out if I Have a Tension Headache?

Why your workout could be a way to bounce back from a tension headache, or even prevent them in the first place. WebMD reports.



From: http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/features/tension-headache-exercise-therapy?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Thinking Differently: The CFI Series of Unexpected Conversations, John Adractas



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUgDTAk96B0

Brain Damage in Ex-NFL Players

More than 42 percent also exhibit problems with thinking and memory, researchers say



From: http://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20160411/study-suggests-brain-damage-in-40-percent-of-ex-nfl-players?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer Tied to This

Study found a 23 percent increased risk compared to men who received other treatments, but overall risk relatively low



From: http://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/news/20160411/hormone-therapy-for-prostate-cancer-tied-to-depression?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Should you be taking low-dose aspirin for heart health?

New guidelines on who could benefit from aspirin therapy to help prevent heart trouble and a common type of cancer

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-guidelines-daily-low-dose-aspirin-heart-health-cancer-prevention/

FDA moves to pull pork drug linked to cancer

Almost one-third of young pigs in the U.S. are given the antibiotic

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fda-moves-to-pull-pork-drug-carbadox-linked-to-cancer/

Officials: Zika virus "scarier than we initially thought"

Federal health officials say more funding is needed to combat the spread of a frightening new virus

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/officials-zika-virus-scarier-than-we-thought/

Cluster Headaches Are Getting to Me. What Can I Do?

If cluster headaches start to affect your emotions, reach out for help. WebMD shares what to do.



From: http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/features/headaches-anxiety-depression?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Are there Alternative Treatments for Tension Headaches?

Over-the-counter painkillers aren’t always the only way to manage tension headaches. WebMD discusses whether alternative treatments like acupuncture and herbs can help.



From: http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/features/tension-headache-alternative-therapy?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Natural and Home Remedies for Bad Breath

If you're having a bout with bad breath, you can fight it off right from the comfort of your own home. WebMD shows you how.



From: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/natural-home-remedies-for-bad-breath?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Unsafe lead levels found in water at hundreds of schools

Responding to the crisis in Flint, Michigan, schools across the country are testing their water supplies

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/water-with-unsafe-lead-amounts-found-in-hundreds-of-schools/

Cheap Tape May Keep Blisters Off Runners' Feet

Researchers find an easy, effective solution to a perennial problem



From: http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/20160411/cheap-tape-may-keep-blisters-off-runners-feet?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ADA, ASDA want Congress to support dental student borrowers

In an effort to improve the borrowing rate on dental student loans, the Association has joined forces with the American Student Dental Association and endorsed H.R. 4223, the Protecting Our Students by Terminating Graduate Rates that Add to Debt Act.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2016-archive/april/ada-asda-want-congress-to-support-dental-student-borrowers

Group highlights dental role in reporting abuse

What do you do if a child's parent in your office smells strongly of alcohol? Or if you suspect the young girl brought to your office for veneers could be a victim of trafficking?

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2016-archive/april/group-highlights-dental-role-in-reporting-abuse