Monday, February 26, 2018

New guidelines for pediatricians aim to combat teen depression

The American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines for pediatricians to help identify and treat depression in teens. As many as one in five teens may experience depression at one point. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula sits down with "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor to explain how these guidelines can help.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/new-guidelines-for-pediatricians-aim-to-combat-teen-depression/

New guidelines aim to help doctors recognize depression in teens

As many as one in five teens will experience depression at one point, and it can be hard for them to get the help they need

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-guidelines-aim-to-help-pediatricians-recognize-depression-in-teens/

Rare identical triplets born at Kansas City hospital

The father says he, his wife and their toddler prayed for another child and that "God answered everybody's prayer: one, two and three"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/rare-set-of-identical-triplets-born-at-kansas-city-hospital/

Breast Cancer Radiation Not as Bad as Many Fear

The study of more than 300 women who underwent breast radiation found that almost half had heard "frightening" stories going into treatment. But only 2 percent ultimately agreed that the stories were true.



From: https://www.webmd.com/breast-cancer/news/20180226/breast-cancer-radiation-not-as-bad-as-many-fear?src=RSS_PUBLIC

15 Percent of Teens Say They've Sexted

Sexting between teenagers is increasing with the widespread use of camera-equipped smartphones and computers, said Sheri Madigan, lead researcher of the new report.



From: https://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20180226/15-percent-of-teens-say-theyve-sexted?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Toxic Metals Found in E-Cigarette Vapor

The team found that e-liquid exposed to heating coils produced a vapor containing significant amounts of chromium, lead, manganese, nickel and zinc.



From: https://www.webmd.com/smoking-cessation/news/20180226/toxic-metals-found-in-e-cigarette-vapor?src=RSS_PUBLIC

2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum



From: USDA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xatg1RunoGA

In Mississippi, Dental Mission Week treats nearly 2,000 underserved residents

From elementary students to military veterans, nearly 2,000 Mississippi residents walked through the halls of the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry during its Dental Mission Week with one goal: receive much-needed free dental care.

From: By Kimber Solana
https://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/february/in-mississippi-dental-mission-week-treats-nearly-2000-underserved-residents

National Library of Medicine fellow visits ADA Library & Archives

Nicole Strayhorn, National Library of Medicine associate fellow, looks at artifacts — international gifts to the ADA in celebration of the Association's centennial year — displayed at the ADA Library & Archives during a Feb. 26 tour and visit.

From: https://www.ada.org/en/publications/ada-news/2018-archive/february/national-library-of-medicine-fellow-visits-ada-library-archives

Aetna CEO on acquisition by CVS, rising health care costs

Aetna CEO Mark Bertolini says the health care industry currently works "backwards"

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/cvs-aetna-acquisition-ceo-mark-bertolini/

Make Chicken Parmesan the Healthy Way



From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmsJUEqNK3k

2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum



From: USDA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xatg1RunoGA

Pediatrician arrested for giving partial vaccine doses; 500 kids possibly affected

As many as 500 children may have been affected

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/pediatrician-arrested-for-giving-partial-doses-of-vaccines/

Mayo Clinic Minute: Lose weight by just standing



From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gW7cDm0lAzc

Infectious Diseases A-Z: Measles cases surge in Europe



From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52poPt3zpf8