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Monthly Archives: April 2012
Eighteen states now considering indoor tanning bans for teens
USA Today reports, “Eighteen states are considering measures banning the use of indoor tanning devices for those under 18, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures,” while “five more are weighing increased regulation, such as requiring parental consent.
Posted in Cancer, Children's Health, Parenting, Skin Health
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Tanning-salon use contributes to high rate of melanoma deaths
The New York Times reports that in Idaho, “lawmakers and public health experts…are confronting a problem that they say has developed in one of its newer panoramas: suburban strip malls dotted with salons like Beach Club, Jamaca Me Tan, Planet … Continue reading
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Physicians “taking tougher stands” against vaccination refusals
USA Today reports that “many pediatricians … are taking tougher stands with parents who refuse vaccinations.”
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Exercise helps adults sleep better
The New York Times reports, “According to the National Institutes of Health, more than half of adults ages 60 and over have trouble sleeping.”
Posted in General Health, Mental Health
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FDA warns of mercury in imported skin creams
CBS reports that the Food and Drug Administration has warned that some “skin creams, soaps and lotions that are manufactured overseas and sold in some US shops might contain toxic amounts of mercury.”
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Estrogen supplements may actually be linked to reduced breast cancer risk
USA Today reports, “For certain women, taking estrogen supplements for a few years close to menopause appears safe, and may reduce their risk of breast cancer, says a new study” published online in The Lancet Oncology.
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Studies: Children raised by lesbians not necessarily problem-free
Over the last few years, a few published studies have claimed that children raised by same-sex couples compare favorably to — and sometimes even better than — children raised by moms and dads on measures of self-esteem and academics. Those studies, … Continue reading
FDA cites misleading statements from inhalable caffeine manufacturer
Bloomberg News reports that the FDA has cited Breathable Foods Inc. for placing misleading labels on canisters dispensing caffeine. According to Bloomberg, the FDA notes that the manufacturer describes its AeroShot Pure Energy inhaler as “breathable energy,” and so “encourages consumers … Continue reading
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Vitamin D linked to fewer stress fractures in girls
Reuters reports that according to a study published in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, young women and girls consuming high levels of vitamin D were less likely to suffer from stress fractures than women who did not consume … Continue reading
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Coke, Pepsi change their practices in response to California law on caramel coloring
The AP reports that “Coca-Cola Co. and PepsiCo Inc. are changing the way they make the caramel coloring used in their sodas as a result of a California law that mandates drinks containing a certain level of carcinogens come with … Continue reading
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Research shows benefits and risks to taking antidepressants during pregnancy
The Los Angeles Times reports, “Some women with depression who become pregnant face a troubling decision: whether to continue taking antidepressant medication to keep the depression at bay even though the medications may harm the fetus.”
Posted in Woman's Health
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USA Today, Right to Life official debate ultrasound mandate
In an editorial this morning, USA Today says that “under laws enacted in Texas, Oklahoma and North Carolina, the ultrasound screen must be turned so women can see the image.”
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Virginia governor signs bill requiring ultrasounds for women seeking abortions
Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell recently signed a bill making abdominal ultrasounds mandatory for women seeking abortions.
Posted in Bioethics, Children's Health, Mental Health, Parenting, Woman's Health
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Robot-assisted prostate surgeries yield few benefits, study says.
Reuters reports on a new study published in the Journal of Urology involving patients who underwent prostate surgery via robotic surgical equipment versus older surgical procedures.
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Desensitization therapy helps some children with milk allergies
The CNN “The Chart” blog reports, “Researchers at Johns Hopkins University and Duke University are working on a treatment that may one day allow kids with allergies to safely eat the foods that cause them life-threatening reactions.”
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Yet another study shows social value of monogamy
When it comes to marriage and family structure, there’s a good reason nearly every modern society has encouraged monogamy as the accepted norm: Because it’s good for society.
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Sleep-disordered breathing in children associated with behavioral problems
The CBS Evening News reported, “You already know young children get cranky if they don’t get enough sleep, but a study” published online “in the journal Pediatrics found children who have trouble sleeping are more likely to develop emotional and … Continue reading
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CSPI urges ban on caramel coloring in soft drinks due to alleged cancer risk
The Los Angeles Times “Booster Shots” blog reports, “In a letter to the US Food and Drug Administration, the consumer watchdog group Center for Science in the Public Interest [CSPI] called on officials to ban the use of caramel coloring … Continue reading
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Sedentary women more prone to early diabetes
Bloomberg News reported, “Women who sit for long periods each day have a greater risk of developing early signs of type 2 diabetes compared with men,” according to a study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
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Trans fat consumption linked to stroke risk in women
Medscape reports, “Postmenopausal women whose diet is high in trans fats, found in fried foods and packaged products, are at higher risk for certain types of ischemic stroke,” according to research published in the Annals of Neurology.
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Study shows how marijuana clouds memory
Scientists studying mice say they better understand how marijuana impairs working memory, the ability to momentarily retain and utilize information needed for comprehension and learning.
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“Hazel Creek” character “interviewed”
Abbie Randolph, the main character in my new novel, Hazel Creek, was just featured in a fictional interview that I thought you might like to read.
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Update on Vitamin D and calcium supplements for fracture and cancer prevention
Vitamin D and calcium supplementation may lower fracture risk and improve bone health in many individuals, but data regarding its effects on cancer are far from conclusive.
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Symptoms may say sinusitis, but scans usually disagree
Infection and even inflammation were NOT reliably present in the scans of patients with classic sinusitis symptoms. Chronic sinusitis can be difficult to diagnose precisely and sometimes even more difficult to treat.
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Dr. Walt Mentioned in Reformed Seminary Newsletter
I had a nice mention in the Reformed Theological Seminary Newsletter that I thought you might like to see.
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New guidelines recommend NOT using antibiotics for sinus infections
These studies have seemed to surprise many of my patients, but most seem to accept it. The Boston Globe “Daily Dose” blog reports on Wednesday, “the Infectious Disease Society of America issued new guidelines … calling for a halt to … Continue reading
Posted in General Health, Infectious Disease
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Ten foods provide half of sodium eaten in US
New figures from a US food survey detail that nine out of ten adults in the US consume more sodium than is recommended. See if these data hit home at your house.
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Selenium supplements raise risk for type 2 diabetes
Bloomberg News reports, “Supplements of selenium, a trace mineral that may help prevent some cancers, might increase the risk of type 2 diabetes if taken in large quantities, according to a review of existing studies” published in The Lancet.
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Airport scanning machines said to be safe
A report released by the Department of Homeland Security’s inspector general says the full-body scanners used by the TSA at airport security checkpoints emit an “extremely low dose” of radiation that is not harmful to passengers.
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Citrus fruit consumption linked to reduced stroke risk in women
The ABC News “Medical Unit” blog reports, “Eating citrus fruits can be considered a marker of healthy living, and may lessen the risk of stroke, according to research published in the journal Stroke.”
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