Monday, February 13, 2017

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

Hundreds of drivers complain Ford Explorer exhaust making them sick

Hundreds of drivers have been complaining about car exhaust leaking into the cabin of Ford Explorers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has investigated, but says there haven't been any serious injuries. Kris Van Cleave reports.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/hundreds-of-drivers-complain-ford-explorer-exhaust-making-them-sick/

First response to back pain not medication, study says

A new study found that some of the most effective treatments for back pain, like yoga, massage and exercise, are often found outside the traditional healthcare system. Dr. Jon LaPook has the details.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/first-response-to-back-pain-not-medication-study-says/

New guidelines outline how to handle back pain

American College of Physicians says the first line of therapy should be non-drug treatments

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-guidelines-how-to-handle-back-pain/

Could this common weed help fight deadly superbugs?

The Brazilian peppertree, a weed commonly found in Florida, contains an extract that can disarm deadly drug-resistant bacteria, scientists say

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/common-weed-may-help-in-fight-against-antibiotic-resistance-superbugs/

Safe Weight Loss for Overweight Kids

Dieting isn’t the answer when it comes to weight loss for kids. Learn to avoid crash diets and unhealthy habits when your doctor suggests safe weight loss.



From: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/raising-fit-kids/weight/safe-weight-loss?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mediterranean Diet Plus Olive Oil Good for Heart?

It enhances protective effects of 'good' HDL cholesterol, study suggests



From: http://www.webmd.com/heart/news/20170213/mediterranean-diet-plus-olive-oil-a-boost-to-heart-health?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D and Calcium?

Vitamin D and calcium are essential for bone health. How to know if you're getting enough.



From: http://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/features/are-you-getting-enough-vitamin-d-calcium?src=RSS_PUBLIC

MOTS Trial Treatment Strategy



From: Mayo Clinic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAvB47JVpX8

Kids share heartbreaking last photo of ill parents

Thousands of strangers rally around 3 siblings after their parents die within 5 days of each other

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/children-share-heartbreaking-last-photo-of-terminally-ill-parents-together/

Dad's warning after baby nearly loses toe to "hair tourniquet"

Photo of baby's swollen toe sends message to parents about a common problem

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/dads-warning-after-baby-nearly-loses-toe-over-hair-tourniquet/

Sara Lee, Sargento Cheese Recalls: Listeria Fears

Two companies are recalling a variety of cheeses over possible listeria contamination.



From: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/food-poisoning/news/20170213/cheese-recall-listeria?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Eczema May Leave Some Flu Shots Less Effective

Vaccine should be given into the muscle, not the skin, research suggests



From: http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/news/20170213/eczema-may-leave-some-flu-shots-less-effective-study-finds?src=RSS_PUBLIC

FDA Warning About Balloon Obesity Treatments

Some devices are over-inflating, and some have been linked to pancreas inflammation, agency says



From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20170213/fda-issues-warning-about-balloon-obesity-treatments?src=RSS_PUBLIC