Tuesday, January 31, 2017

Mysterious amnesia cases may have surprising cause

Researchers say the cases clustered in one state are likely related to opioid use

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/mysterious-amnesia-cases-may-be-linked-to-opioids/

Swimmer, 75, inspires others with her drive and passion

DeEtte Sauer has won dozens of medals in senior competitions -- but it took her years to realize her passion

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/living-stronger-75-year-old-swimmer-inspiring-others-with-her-drive-and-passion/

Brain Scans Let ALS Patients Communicate

Correct responses were provided to more than 70

Correct responses were provided to more than 70 percent of yes-or-no questions, researchers say



From: http://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20170131/brain-scans-let-locked-in-als-patients-communicate?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Trump decries "astronomical" U.S. drug prices

President Trump vows to cut drug costs, urges pharmaceutical industry leaders to bring jobs back to the U.S.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-drug-prices-pharmaceutical-industry/

Fat Near Heart a Hazard for Postmenopausal Women

Study ties 'paracardial' fat to raised risk of hardening of the arteries



From: http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20170131/fat-near-the-heart-a-hazard-for-postmenopausal-women?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Karen Ramsey Celebrating Life 2



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spQCwN82Tag

Trump: I'll Cut Drug Company Taxes, Regulations

Trump says the cuts will lower drug prices and create jobs



From: http://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/20170131/trump-drug-company-taxes-prices?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Bone and joint problems associated with diabetes



From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/diseases-conditions/diabetes/in-depth/diabetes/art-20049314

Germs: Understand and protect against bacteria, viruses and infection



From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/diseases-conditions/infectious-diseases/in-depth/germs/art-20045289

Healthy breakfast: Quick, flexible options



From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/food-and-nutrition/art-20048294

Stretching: Focus on flexibility

Stretching may benefit your exercise routine. Here's how to do it safely.



From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/stretching/art-20047931

Chronic pain can interfere with sexuality



From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/chronic-pain/art-20044369

Fat shaming can lead to a host of health problems

Trying to shame an overweight or obese person into losing weight may do much more harm than good, new research suggests

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fat-shaming-can-lead-to-host-of-health-problems/

Timing of Your Meals Might Reduce Heart Risks

American Heart Association report suggests eating more earlier in the day may be healthier



From: http://www.webmd.com/heart/news/20170131/timing-of-your-meals-might-reduce-heart-risks?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Brain Scans May Shed Light on Bipolar Suicide Risk

Almost half of those with the disorder attempt suicide and up to 20 percent succeed



From: http://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/news/20170131/brain-scans-may-shed-light-on-bipolar-disorder-suicide-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC