Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Do you know how to spot a bedbug?

New research shows most U.S. travelers are worried about bedbugs but couldn't identify one in an insect lineup

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/bedbugs-do-you-know-how-to-spot-a-bed-bug/

Surgeons separate twin girls joined at the head

Twins conjoined at the head are especially rare, say doctors at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where the twins underwent surgery

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/surgeons-separate-conjoined-twin-girls-joined-at-head-in-philadelphia-hospital/

Could a drone help save a life faster than an ambulance?

Drone technology has pros and cons when it comes to emergency care for cardiac arrest, study finds

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/drone-help-save-a-cardiac-arrest-heart-patient-faster-than-an-ambulance/

Dentists' role in cancer prevention in spotlight at ADA 2017 symposium

How do dental professionals fit in with oncologists, head and neck surgeons and other health professionals when it comes to helping prevent, recognize and manage oropharyngeal cancer? Experts associated with the ADA, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will help answer that question — and share the latest science and statistics related to the disease — at a symposium preceding ADA 2017 – America's Dental Meeting.

From: By Michelle Manchir http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/june/dentists-role-in-cancer-prevention-in-spotlight-at-ada-2017-symposium

Goal for dentist: Run marathon in all 50 states

Dr. Panagakos, 53, has run a total of 140 races of different distances, 42 of which have been marathons, ever since he began running races in 2009 and subsequently running his first marathon in 2011. And he has set another goal for himself.

From: By David Burger http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/june/goal-for-dentist-run-marathon-in-all-50-states

Serving older adults in the dental chair focus of collaboration

The Gerontological Society of America — an interdisciplinary organization of more than 5,500 professionals working in aging research, education and practice — launched last year its first oral health initiative titled Oral Health: An Essential Element of Healthy Aging.

From: By Michelle Manchir http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/june/serving-older-adults-in-the-dental-chair-focus-of-collaboration

Track your coordinates to fun dental team-building at ADA 2017

A new team-building continued education course at ADA 2017 – America's Dental Meeting offers dentists and members of their teams to bond during an experiential learning opportunity.

From: By David Burger http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/june/track-your-coordinates-to-fun-dental-team-building-at-ada-2017

A1C Test Gives Different Readings By Race

Study suggests difference stems from both biological and care issues



From: http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/news/20170613/key-diabetes-test-gives-higher-blood-sugar-readings-in-black-patients?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Heart Attack? Drones Could Come to Your Rescue

Like something from a science fiction movie, the

Like something from a science fiction movie, the machines can fly in carrying life-saving equipment



From: http://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20170613/cardiac-arrest-someday-drones-may-come-to-your-rescue?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Mayo Clinic Minute: All about testosterone



From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO4SPrO9F_E

First responders take aim at sepsis

A North Texas fire department is the first in the nation to carry life-saving antibiotics to combat sepsis, a condition that kills many thousands of Americans each year. KTVT's Joel Thomas reports.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/first-responders-take-aim-at-sepsis/

Texas firefighters first to carry drugs to combat sepsis

Paramedics there can now deliver antibiotics right away, decreasing the chances of septic patients dying by as much as 30 percent

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/texas-firefighters-first-in-nation-to-carry-drugs-to-combat-sepsis/

Child organ donor's death under investigation

Police are questioning whether a painkiller dose given to a dying child was meant for more than managing pain

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/child-organ-donor-death-ucla-fentanyl-investigated-by-low-angeles-police/

Can Coffee, Tea Protect the Liver From Bad Diet?

These beverages may help guard against fatty liver disease, early research suggests



From: http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/news/20170613/can-coffee-tea-protect-the-liver-from-western-diet?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Legionnaire's disease traced to 2 Florida gyms

Health officials have confirmed four cases of Legionnaires' disease​ linked to two LA Fitness gyms in Orange County, Florida

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/legionnaires-disease-florida-la-fitness-gyms/