Guinea pigs can harbor a hidden health hazard

Doctors in Europe report three people were hospitalized due to infections from these pets

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/guinea-pigs-hidden-health-hazard-chlamydia-caviae-bacteria/

As Hurricane Irma looms, don’t forget senior citizens

Experts offer practical tips to help ensure the safety of this vulnerable population

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/hurricane-irma-florida-senior-citizens-safety-tips/

"Striking" findings in kids exposed to 9/11 dust

New research finds about half of those tested had higher levels of a certain chemical in their blood

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/striking-findings-blood-tests-on-kids-exposed-9-11-dust/

USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue Fire Funding

From: USDA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cQelGgNdmc

Breast-Feeding Linked to Lower Endometriosis Risk

Hormonal changes may play a role, researchers say

From: http://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/news/20170908/breast-feeding-linked-to-lower-endometriosis-risk?src=RSS_PUBLIC

University of Texas dental school volunteers provide emergency oral care to Hurricane Harvey evacuees

Volunteers joined the Hurricane Harvey relief effort by treating nearly 100 patients who were among those who sought shelter with the Red Cross at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/september/university-of-texas-dental-school-volunteers-provide-emergency-oral-care

Can Cold Med Be Blamed in Woman's Murder?

North Carolina man tells authorities he took cold medicine, woke up to find his wife dead.

From: http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/news/20170908/can-cold-med-be-blamed-in-womans-murder?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Pfizer Did Not Investigate EpiPen Problems: FDA

Manufacturer allegedly new of defects, failed to act.

From: http://www.webmd.com/allergies/news/20170908/pfizer-did-not-investigate-epipen-problems-fda?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How to handle online negative reviews

Patients can use websites such as Yelp or Angie’s List to search for dentists with good reviews.

But what happens if a dentist finds that a patient has posted an unfavorable review? Can they do anything about it?


From: By David Burger http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/september/how-to-handle-online-negative-reviews

Hurricane Irma poses major challenges for medical care

As Hurricane Irma approaches southeast Florida, the state's health system is mobilizing for a surge in demand for medical care. At least 11 medical facilities in the Florida area are being evacuated and health officials are warning residents to take action now to avoid an emergency. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to offer advice for patients in Irma's path.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/hurricane-irma-poses-major-challenges-for-medical-care/

Mayo Clinic Minute: The 60-60 rule for safe listening

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5pKM9ATzZw

Mayo Clinic Minute: Facts about the opioid epidemic

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

Statins May Help People With COPD Live Longer

Deaths from lung-related causes were reduced by as much as 45 percent, study suggests

From: http://www.webmd.com/lung/copd/news/20170908/statins-may-help-people-with-copd-live-longer?src=RSS_PUBLIC

HPV Shot May Even Protect Women Who Never Got It

'Herd immunity' effect shows U.S. females now less likely to contract the cancer-causing virus

From: http://www.webmd.com/sexual-conditions/hpv-genital-warts/news/20170908/hpv-shot-may-even-protect-women-who-never-got-it?src=RSS_PUBLIC

ADA member travel benefits could save dentists money

ADA members planning travel can take advantage of ADA member travel benefits and save significantly on hotels and car rentals.

From: http://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2017-archive/september/ada-member-travel-benefits-could-save-dentists-money