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Sex Organs, Hearts May Have A Gender, Too A new study finds that men's and women's hearts age in
different ways. The study may someday lead to new ways to treat heart failure
in both sexes. But until that time, these findings once again call attention to
the fact that research and clinical trials are far too male centric. Read more.
My Take – The title is a bit odd, but this is an
important article, especially for my female readers.
Flu
or Cold? Here's How You Can Tell Them Apart It's flu season, and cozy nights indoors create the perfect
place for families to share germs. The influenza virus is most commonly spread
by sneezing, coughing or touching contaminated surfaces. But how can you
distinguish between the flu, and the less debilitating common cold? By reading
this.
ACSH
Talks Science Outreach with Western Food Growers Earlier this
month, ACSH President Hank Campbell was invited to Hawaii to speak about the
issues involved in bringing agricultural science to a public that is
increasingly removed from its food. Here's what was discussed, and how it went.
Read more.
Exercise
To Prevent Heart Failure: How Much Is Enough? We've heard from experts that exercise is the best medicine
in order to stay healthy. The recommended dosage of daily exercise is 30
minutes. However, that may not be enough, according to some new research. Read more.
CDC
Addresses Antibiotic Problems in Nursing Homes Here's a
sobering public health statistic: Up to 75% of nursing home residents -- which
translates into millions of elder adults -- are being administered antibiotics
incorrectly. To combat the problem, the CDC is recommending the implementation
of new guidelines. Read more.
Small
Study Finds Benefits, Drawbacks Of Total Knee Replacement
A small study--50 patients undergoing total knee replacement surgery vs. 50
controls getting PT alone--showed a significant benefit for the surgery. But
complications occurred with surgery. Some of the nonsurgical patients elected
surgery later. While not definitive, surgery works well for most with knee OA. Read more.
My Take – The article notes
“Prior to the introduction of total knee replacement in the 1970s, patients
with advanced knee osteoarthritis frequently became housebound; now such
patients can remain mobile.” Since I’ve had both
knees replaced – and at the same time - I can speak with some degree of
authority. The pain before my surgery was so severe, and my movements were so
impaired, I would have ended up in a wheelchair. Of that I have no doubt! After
surgery I was able to continue working with a large degree of pain relief and
move with careful confidence. I can’t kneel except with pads, and even then it
hurts, but I can function pretty much normally as otherwise. Everyone’s
different, but at some point the pain becomes so severe a person just can’t
stand it any longer. Remember, the pain – severe pain- is 24/7, and at that
point surgery will be very attractive.
For
Cancer Care, Is Exercise the New Chemo? The evidence is
stacking up that regular exercise could play a key role in protecting the body
against cancer. But new information sheds light on the benefits of physical
activity during cancer care, giving doctors and patients a new perspective on
treatment options. Read more.
Drunk
Driving Is Bad, Sleepy Driving Is Not Safer Sleep driving can be risky just as drunk
driving to anyone who gets behind the wheel of a car. The best one can do is be
alert, be safe, and be aware of your surroundings. Read more.
For
Lower Back Pain, Less Meds May Mean More Relief According to a recent report in JAMA,
lower back pain sends over 2.5 million Americans to hospital emergency
departments every year. Such pain, when not due to radiculopathy (sciatica, for
example) might be treated with several different drugs, or a combination of
pharmaceuticals. Read more.
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