Wheezing

From: http://www.mayoclinic.com/symptoms/wheezing/basics/definition/sym-20050764

Republicans struggling to revive Obamacare replacement bill

After showing signs of life, the Republican plan to replace Obamacare may be back on life support. A compromise that got the most conservative House members on board is causing moderates to pull their support. Nancy Cordes reports.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/republicans-struggling-to-revive-obamacare-replacement-bill/

Drugged driving more fatal than drunk driving, report says

For the first time, drivers killed in car crashes in the U.S. were more likely to be on drugs than drunk, according to new data

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/drugged-driving-more-fatal-than-drunk-driving-report/

Thousands of lives at risk as Gaza public hospitals face fuel and electricity crisis

Increasing power cuts and shortages of fuel are creating an impending crisis for Gaza’s 14 public hospitals, threatening the closure of essential health services which would leave thousands of people without access to life-saving health care.

From: http://www.who.int/entity/mediacentre/news/notes/2017/Gaza-fuel-electricity/en/index.html

Exercise Can Overcome the 'Obesity Gene'

Physical activity appears to lower effects of key DNA linked to weight gain, study finds

From: http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20170427/no-excuses-exercise-can-overcome-the-obesity-gene?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Are Gut Bacteria Linked to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

Intestinal bacteria yield clues to the mysterious ailment, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome/news/20170427/could-germs-in-the-gut-give-rise-to-chronic-fatigue-syndrome?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Dog food possibly tainted with euthanasia drug recalled

Consumers are urged not to use the affected products after some cans tested positive for penobarbital

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/dog-food-recall-euthanasia-drug-contamination-party-animal/

What Oktoberfest study reveals about heavy drinking

Even in healthy people, heavy drinking over a short period of time was a "trigger" for the heart

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/heavy-drinking-linked-to-abnormal-heart-rhythm-oktoberfest-study-finds/

Disposing of your expired or unused medications gets a whole lot easier (and safer) this weekend

Saturday, April 29^th is National Drug Take Back Day, which means you can drop off any unused or expired medication no questions asked. It’s easy to lose track of medications, especially if you’re caring for someone else. But if those medications fall into the wrong hands — say, a child or a pet — one dose could be fatal. So, it’s better to dispose of your excess medication in a way that is safe to both those around you and to the environment.

Why does it matter how you dispose of your prescriptions?

Prescription drug abuse is a big problem right now, and even something as small as correctly disposing of your medications can help keep that under control. According to the Health and Human Services Department, almost 2,000 people in Massachusetts died from opioid overdoses in 2016.

Use this link to find the drop-off location nearest you. Collections will begin Saturday morning at 10am and end at 2pm.

What if there is no collection site near you?

Most medication can be thrown in the trash, but there are some things you can do to make sure no one finds them once they’ve been discarded.

1. Mix the medications with something that tastes terrible, like cat litter or coffee grounds.
2. Place this unsavory concoction in a sealed bag or an empty can so that it doesn’t leak.
3. Throw the whole container in the trash.

Also, make sure you mark out any personal information on your prescription bottles with a permanent marker to ensure the privacy of yourself and your health records.

These tips don’t apply to strong painkillers or sedatives, so the FDA recommends you flush those medications down the toilet. While that is not the best solution for the environment, it’s better than any accidental fatalities. You may have received instructions for disposal when you picked up your prescription, so check that before flushing. If you would like to know if your medication should be dropped off at a collection site on National Drug Take Back Day or flushed down the toilet, check this list.

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From: Celia Smoak Spell http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/disposing-expired-unused-medications-gets-whole-lot-easier-safer-weekend-2017042711683

Approaches to Pediatric Mood and Related Disorders 2017 - Mayo Clinic

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGE8ixUoBrU

Wheezing

From: http://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/wheezing/basics/definition/sym-20050764

Blood test offers hope for better lung cancer treatment

New studies suggest liquid biopsies might help show who would or would not benefit from chemotherapy

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/blood-test-offers-hope-for-better-lung-cancer-treatment/

Report: House GOP leaders to kill lawmaker exemption in health care bill

This comes after the Freedom Caucus endorsed a new piece of the legislation Wednesday

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/report-house-gop-leaders-to-kill-lawmaker-exemption-in-health-care-bill/

Getting your wisdom teeth out? Watch for "dry socket"

Here's what you need to know about a painful, lesser-known complication

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/wisdom-teeth-out-dry-socket-painful-complication/

Making Mayo's Recipes: Turkey Breast Burgers for Two

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utelsbynBk4