Monday, October 31, 2016

When Soda Makers Fund Studies, Obesity Ties Weaken

Biased research muddies the health harms of sugary drinks, researchers contend



From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20161031/when-soda-makers-fund-studies-links-to-obesity-weaken?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Can Facebook Friend Requests Predict Longevity?

Those most sought after as a connection on the social media site tended to live longer, study suggests



From: http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/news/20161031/can-facebook-friend-requests-predict-longevity?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Smartphones, Tablets Keep Kids Buzzing at Bedtime

Children with access to these devices don't get enough sleep, study finds



From: http://www.webmd.com/children/news/20161031/smartphones-tablets-keep-kids-buzzing-at-bedtime?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Does Good Cholesterol Affect Heart Disease Risk?

Lifestyle appears more important than the HDL number, study suggests



From: http://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/news/20161031/does-good-cholesterol-matter-in-heart-disease-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

10-year-old tears up when he finally sees his mom's face

With the help of special glasses, legally blind Benny Francey was able to see clearly for the first time in his life

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/10-year-old-boy-benny-francey-breaks-down-in-tears-after-seeing-his-moms-face-for-the-first-time/

Study makes surprising discovery about Facebook users

New research looks at the impact online friendships may have on our well-being

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/facebook-users-live-longer-study-finds/

Paula’s story: A team approach to battling breast cancer



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDPqnBlf0dI

Testes shrink, sperm counts drop in Zika animal study

New research in Zika-infected male mice raises concerns about the possible impact on human fertility

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/testes-shrink-sperm-counts-fertility-drop-in-zika-mouse-study/

Delegates have 'important role in shaping' future

During his Oct. 24 installation as the 153rd president of the American Dental Association, Dr. Gary L. Roberts thanked the House of Delegates for "stepping up to guide the future of the profession" and urged his fellow dentists to be "willing to try new things."

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2016-archive/october/delegates-have-important-role-in-shaping-future

Overdoses skyrocket as kids eat opioids "like candy"

A new study sees a spike in accidental poisonings among younger children, while more teens OD trying to get high

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/opioid-overdoses-have-nearly-tripled-among-kids-teenagers/

Opioid Overdoses Up Nearly 200% Among Kids, Teens

Younger children 'eating them like candy,' while teens overdose while trying to get high, researcher says



From: http://www.webmd.com/children/news/20161031/opioid-overdoses-up-nearly-200-percent-among-kids-teens?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Pueblo, Colorado, May Push Back on Legal Pot

marijuana leaves

The marijuana industry says legalized recreational pot has been good for Colorado's economy, but in the town of Pueblo, some worry about how it affects teens and overall public health.



From: http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20161031/why-one-colorado-town-may-push-back-on-legal-pot?src=RSS_PUBLIC

House approves policy opposing certain practices by third-party payers

The House of Delegates adopted new policy that opposes practices by third-party payers that permit disallowed claims and other practices the Association believes are inappropriate or intrusive.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2016-archive/october/house-approves-policy-opposing-certain-practices-by-third-party-payers

Scary science: How your body responds to fear

A look at why Halloween spooks and creepy clowns send shivers down your spine

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/scary-science-how-your-body-responds-to-fear/

1st Zika Microcephaly Baby Born in Puerto Rico

1st Zika Microcephaly Baby Born in Puerto Rico



From: http://www.webmd.com/news/20161031/puerto-rico-zika-microcephaly?src=RSS_PUBLIC