hosa Healthcare
What age group has the highest risk for drowning?
1-4 years
4 Principles of Ethics
1. Autonomy- own decisions, full range of possibilities 2. Beneficence- Healthcare providers must have good intentions 3. Non-Maleficence- "to do no harm" 4. Justice- Fairness in all medical decisions
When is the first dose of MMR?
12 to 15 months
July 5th
Former Patriots star, Tedy Bruschi, recovering after stroke Pig ears as dog treats linked to salmonella in 13 states
What percent of people who need to get screened for colon cancer are doing so?
65%
The birth rate in 2018 is the lowest from how many years?
30
How many Americans now have diabetes?
30 million
How many yearly cases of cancer does HPV cause and how many people get HPV annually?
33700 and 14 million
What mom group saw an increase in babies born?
35 to 44
How many states is abstinance-only sex ed taught in?
37
How much did the sugary beverage percent drop after a tax was added?
38%
September 9th
9 students hospitalized after eating "THC-laced" candy- Cooper City, Florida charter school says a student brought it in "inadvertently" and shared it with others FDA shoots down Juul claims that vaping is safer than smoking Parents say vaping nearly took their daughter's life- the college freshman, who'd been vaping for over 2 years, vows she will never vape again after ending up in the ICU California governor signs bills limiting vaccine exemptions
How many prescription doses were stolen last year?
47 million
How many deaths is smoking responsible for?
48000 yearly deaths
How many Americans have no health insurance?
49 million
How many Americans received Medicare benefits in 2012
49 million
Title X is restricted from paying for what?
Abortions
What did one mongolian couple die of after eating a raw marmot kidney?
Bubonic Plague
Siblings diagnosed with cancer within weeks of eachother
California, both with same type of brain cancer, medulloblastoma
What drug is 100 times more potent than fentanyl?
Carfentanil
The Belmont Report
Created by the U.S. national commission for the Protection of Human Subjects of Biomedical and Behavioral Research. The commission's mandate was to identify basic ethical principles: respect for persons, beneficence, justice.
Cracking the code of dyslexia
Researchers who say one in five students studied was dyslexic have also found there is no link at all between dyslexia and intelligence. Yale University Dr. Sally Shaywitz defined dyslexia as "an unexpected difficulty in reading in an individual who has the intelligence to read at a much higher level."
Amblyopia is caused by
Strabismus (lazy eye)
Thailand cave survivors
numerous medical issues being anticipated after being rescued from cave, some mental and physical
Breastfeeding dad
after wife had complications after birth of their daughter dad stepped into "breastfeed" his baby with the help of a special device
Licensure
nursing homes: regulated though licensure and certification requirements (illegal to operate NH without license)
a rare, mysterious and sometimes deadly paralyzing illness that seems to ebb and flow on an every-other-year cycle
acute flaccid myelitis
What is one company doing to insure consent?
consent condoms
Competitive eating
contestants learn to relax their esophagus in order to swallow faster
What was the ingredient that made chips ahoy recalled?
cornstarch
Illness Behavior
"How patient think, react, and cope when the suffer an illness". Example: How patients think about/perceive illness. How and when they seek help for health problems. Type of treatment they will accept.
Woman lost toenails after fish pedicure
"doctor fish" eating dead skin off of feet and caused toe nails to separate from foot
Drug prices on TV ads must be displayed on any ad over what price?
$35
Mormons urge Utah not to bar "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ minors
*Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is against a proposed ban in Utah of conversion therapy *They believe faith-based perspectives have an important and ethically appropriate role in professional counseling *They believe banning this fails to protect individual religious beliefs *They also think that it doesn't account for important realities of gender identifying in children
Institutional LTC
-Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC): apartments/cottages -Retirement and Independent Living Facility: not an institution, no nursing care, socializing programs, apartments with kitchenettes -Residential or Personal Care Facilities: non-medical custodial care, focus is providing assistance with ADL's, medication assistance -Assisted Living Facilities: residential setting that has 24 hr supervision, scheduled/unscheduled assistance, social activities, some nursing care -Skilled Nursing Facilities: nursing care, ADL help, rehab, individualized treatment plans -Subacute Care: blend of intensive nursing, medical, rehab services. TCU's or extended care units, nursing homes
types of community based LTC
-Home Health Care Services: in home of patient (must be homebound and require skilled nursing) -Adult Day Care: daytime program, offers respite to family -Adult Foster Care: family-run homes. license: fewer than 10 beds -Senior Centers: local community centers for elderly (socialize) -Home Delivered and Congregate Meals: meals on wheels -Homemaker Services groceries, chores, errands -Emergency Response & Telephone Reassurance: wear device around neck -Case Management: linking/managing/coordinating care of patients
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More blood-pressure pills recalled over cancer-causing chemical
. NMBA stands for N-Methylnitrosobutyric acid, something that you don't want in your blood pressure medications. These common prescription drugs include valsartan, losartan, and irbesartan in different combinations and from different manufacturers. Short term expo rise to NMBA. Is not harmful it's long term explosive that is
Alex Trebek says his chemo is over
. Alex Trebek announced some good news August 2018 his chemotherapy treatment has ended and he's now "on the mend" and back to work at "Jeopardy!"
Health and Education
1. Health and Education of parents affect the health and education of their children 2. Malnutrition and disease affect the cognitive development and school performance in children 3. Education enables people to better prevent and manage illness.
How small was the pre-mature baby born in Japan?
10 ounces
What percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage?
10%
How many adults with hearing loss actually use hearing aids?
20%
avian influenza in birds
2017
By what year can colon cancer be eradicated due to the HPV vaccine?
2100
Of the 27 states tested for lead in schools, how many had unsafe levels?
22
How many state have measles outbreaks and what state has the most?
23 and NYC
Women who drank 2 or more daily sodas saw what percent stroke risk increase?
23%
How many years younger is a female brain than a male brain?
3 years
How much more does care received in an emergency room cost compared to the same care received in a doctor's office or medical clinic
3-4 times as much
What medical advance came out of isreal?
3-D printed heart
How much have neonatal opioid cases increased from 1999 to 2013
300%
How many people have scleroderma?
300000
Menarche age 12 , usually Tanner stage?
4 NM For 4 heavens sake, what is happening???
When is the second dose of MMR?
4 to 6 years
if drinking city water start oral fluoride at
6 months
How many kids are diagnosed with autism annually?
6.1 million
How many minutes do new moms lose of sleep a night?
62 minutes
Why is there a black box label on sleeping medication?
66 cases of serious injury or death
How many adults suffer from treatment-resistant depression?
7.4 million
what was the average life expectancy of a person in the US when medicare was passed in 1965
70
How many times dirtier is the air in India than what is considered safe?
70 times
What percent of americans take dietary supplements?
75%
How many people develop DVT yearly in the US?
900000
What percent of melanoma patients survive?
92%
How many Americans are obese?
93 million
How effective is the MMR vaccine the first time?
93%
How long in Alabama can a doctor face if they give an abortion?
99 years
Man who says clinic used his sperm for 17 kids: "It's overwhelming"
A $5 million lawsuit against an Oregon fertility clinic, raising new concerns over how the fertility industry is regulated and overseen. Dr. Bryce Cleary filed suit after he said his donated sperm was used to conceive at least 17 additional children, many of whom lived near him. In 2018, Cleary registered with ancestry.com. He said he was shocked to learn he had at least 17 offspring, all born in the Northwest.
Explicit Bias
A direct bias stating opinion openly.
Alabama's near-total abortion ban blocked by federal judge (CBS News Healthwatch)
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction against Alabama's near-total ban on abortion. Planned Parenthood praised the judge's ruling; along with the judge, many say the ban is unconstitutional and prevents those who desperately need abortion
Health Disparities
A type of difference in health that is closely related with social or economic disadvantage Gender, financial, fairness, ethnicity, location, income
July 16th
AIDS death fall by ⅓ since 2010, U.N. reports Netflix deletes suicide scene from show "13 Reasons Why" Scientists close in on blood test for Alzheimer's Nestle launching new chocolate without refined sugar
Illinois patient may be first vaping-related fatality in nation
AUGUST 2018 Illinois health officials said that a patient who contracted a serious lung disease after vaping has died, which could mark the first death in the United States linked to the smoking alternative.
5.7 million Contigo water bottles recalled over choking hazard
AUGUST 2018 Some 5.7 million kids' water bottles are being recalled because they pose a choking hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said Tuesday that Contigo Kids Cleanable Water Bottles are being recalled because of a risk that the bottle's clear silicone spout can detach and pose a choking risk.
Could having a dog help you live longer?
According to studies by the American Heart Association, owning a dog is associated with an increased likelihood of living longer, especially among people who've previously had a heart attack or stroke. Dog owners across the board experienced lower rates of death from heart attacks or strokes. The reason could be due to an increase in physical activity and decrease in depression and loneliness among dog owners; researchers found that dog owners had a 33% lower risk of death after being hospitalized a heart attack if they lived alone.
Removing stigma (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Actress Mädchen Amick's son, Sylvester, was diagnosed with bipolar disorder after seeing many health professionals. Sylvester displayed depressive and manic episodes. Sylvester improved and is doing great and dedicating himself, with his mother, to be an advocate and help others understand mental illness and overcome the negative stigma of those who suffer from mental illness
July 21st
Adminstration pauses enforcement of abortion restriction
Which of the following is true of enuresis:
Alarms are helpful in the treatment of enuresis
Always drops female symbol from packaging to be more inclusive
Always is officially removing the Venus female symbol from the packing of its menstruation products because of pleas from LGBTQ activists, like Ben Saunders to make the labeling more inclusive of transgender and non-binary customers. Packaging change will happen starting in 2020
Gum disease is associated with
Alzheimers
Just 30 minutes of daily exercise can help correct a day of sitting (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Americans spend a lot of time sitting, research has shown that long periods of sitting can increase the risk of heart disease and death. The study found that for less active individuals, replacing as little as 30 minutes a day of sitting with light to vigorous activity, lowered the risk of death by 17% to 35%.
Johnson & Johnson found guilty in opioid lawsuit in Oklahoma
An Oklahoma judge found Johnson & Johnson guilty in fueling the state's opioid crises and ordered the corporation to pay $572 million in a landmark ruling with vast implications. The ruling by Cleveland County District Judge Thad Balkman in Norman in favor of the state against Johnson & Johnson is one of the biggest monetary awards in U.S. history.
A mom brings her 12-month-old son in for routine care. address?
Appropriate table foods (toilet training at 18 mo)
Health problems to look out for 2019?
CRISPR, AFM, 3-D organ printing
What South african athlete is not allowed to run long distance due to abnormal testosterone levels?
Caster Semenya
Vaping-related illnesses in U.S. rise to 1,888 (CBS News Healthwatch)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said 1,888 confirmed and probable cases have been reported in 49 states. Most who got sick said they vaped products containing THC Health officials urge people to avoid vaping
September 19th
Chemicals in tap water could cause 100,000 cancer cases in U.S.- consumers should invest in water filters, a research group said, citing 22 contaminants found in U.S. water systems
November 1st
Colorado doctor accused of using own sperm to inseminate women- the now-80-year-old doctor is still licensed to practice in Colorado Nestle Toll House cookie dough recalled for possible rubber pieces
Colorado doctor accused of using own sperm to inseminate women (CBS News Healthwatch)
Colorado gynecologist is accused of using his own sperm to artificially inseminate women without their knowledge or consent after a DNA trail led Maia Emmons-Boring directly to the doctor. Many families are filing lawsuits against the doctor for medical negligence, lack of informed consent, fraud, and battery.
July 23rd
FDA launches TV ads featuring magician to fight teen vaping Hospital paid $6M to Neil Armstrong's family after his death
October 24th
FDA proposes "black-box warning" for breast implants- the move comes as the agency is taking heat the women who say they weren't warned of potential complications linked to breast implants before surgery CVS, Rite Aid, and Walmart pull J&J baby powder from shelves- moves follow Johnson & Johnson's recall of 33,000 bottles after trace amount of asbestos found in a single sample
Health Status
Is an important determinant of one's enrollment in and success in school, which itself is an important contributor to future earning
Karamo, Sharon Osbourne and others open up about mental health
Karamo, Sharon Osbourne and others open up about mental health, saying they would give themselves advice such as opening up about their illness and getting help. They also say for those who struggle with mental illness to not be afraid, look for help. Some also say removing stigma is important because it targets vulnerabilities and because it's like any other illness.
What type of diet has a 21% percent less risk from breast cancer?
Low fat diet
"Did I cause this?" Getting past the stigma of miscarriages
Mireya Villarreal speaks about the time she had her miscarriage, when she had trekked for 45 minutes to the top of a hill, during news coverage of a massive wild fire. She then explained the guilt she felt because of the stigma that she was to blame for her miscarriage. Villarreal was able to overcome emotions through therapy and still aspires to have another kid.
October 16th
Mormons urge Utah not to bar "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ minors- The church's stand is opposed by LGBTQ rights advocates, and the American Psychiatry Association and AMA, among others, also want the therapy banned 41-year-old has stroke a month after hormone treatment for fatigue
What is the name of the first nasal spray designed to treat Opioid addiction?
Naloxone
September 4th
New laws aim to curb nicotine use among teens- 3 states joined 10 other in enacting laws that raise the legal age to buy any tobacco products to 21 Oregon death from lung illness may be linked to vaping Michigan becomes first state to ban flavored e-cigarettes- Governor Gretchen Whitmer accuses e-cigarettes companies of using sweet flavors to hook young people on nicotine Purdue Pharma prepping for a bankruptcy- lawyer for opioid peddler Purdue Pharma have documents in works for a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing In 27 states, Planned Parenthood patients will be able to purchase birth control options through a mobile app
What state did a female latino cancer group start?
Philadelphia
What did one WA state senator say about what nurses do on breaks?
Play cards
Demography and Health
Points related to population that are extremely important to people's health: Population growth, urbanization, population aging, demographic divide, demographic transition
What is wiping out half the world's killer whales within decades?
Polychlorinated biphenyls
Notes from the field: What we know about screen time so far (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Researchers are releasing data from the 10-year study each year so scientists can analyze it as the project progresses. More social media use seems to be associated with some positive effects among 9- to 10-year-olds. Kids who spent more time texting or video chatting with friends were more engaged with family and community. However, video games and traditional types of screen time were linked to more aggressive behavior in some children. The data simply reports links and does not prove that screen time is bad.
The developmental examination on a 9-month-old girl reveals an infant who follows past midline, laughs, sits without support, cruises, says 'dada, mama' and demonstrates a thumb finger grasp. With these findings you:
Schedule the next well-child exam for 12 month
Study shows 2 life-saving treatments for Ebola in Congo
Scientists have seen promising results in two of the four experimental Ebola drugs trialled in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to a recent study. One of the drugs was developed by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and the other by NIH researchers — who are now hopeful these drugs are "may able to improve the survival of people with Ebola."
Education
Single best predictor of the birth weight of a baby is the level of educational attainment of the mother.
New treatment approved for postpartum depression (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Some treatments for postpartum depression include talk therapy, antidepressants, and newly approved medication, called brexanolone.
A mother brings her 9-month-old daughter in for routine care. address:
Starting table food
October 15th
Taco Bell recalls 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef
what US president in 1912 argued that the US should have a national healthcare system
Teddy Roosevelt
What college had a large mumps outbreak?
Temple
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
The act "has consistently been interpreted by the courts as prohibiting discrimination against patients who have limited English proficiency... Health care organizations that receive financial aid must comply with this provision"
FDA investigates reports of seizures possibly linked to e-cigarette
The agency has received 35 reports of seizures among e-cigarette users as well as vapers. Most vaping products contain varying levels of nicotine which can promote seizures.
Ebola kills girl in Uganda as outbreak death toll nears 3,000
The girl, who was traveling with her mother, was identified at a border screening Wednesday as a possible Ebola patient and isolated. Because the 9-year-old Ebola victim passed through an official entry point, Ugandan health authorities believe she had no contact with any Ugandan. Ebola has killed nearly 2,000 people in eastern Congo since August 2018. The disease is spread through contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person.
Opioid settlement reached in Ohio with drug companies
The nation's three top drug distributors and a major drugmaker reached a $260 million settlement with two Ohio counties Monday over the deadly havoc wreaked by opioids. Across the US, the drug industry is facing more than 2,600 lawsuits brought by state and local governments seeking to hold it accountable for the opioid crisis; the opioid epidemic has also taken a massive toll on the economy. The lawsuits also alleged that drugmakers are improperly marketing opioids to prescribers and failed to stop suspicious orders from being shipped.
Cultural Knowledge
The process of seeking and obtaining a sound educational foundation about diverse cultural and ethnic groups. ex.: Obtaining knowledge in such areas such as ethnic pharmacology.
Opioid epidemic cost U.S. more than $600 billion over 4 years
The total economic cost of the opioid epidemic reached at least $631 billion from 2015 to 2018. Nearly one-third of those costs, or $186 billion, fell on federal, state and local governments required to handle the surge in deaths, health care, legal and other expenditures from the crisis. The remainder, $445 billion, was from the private sector and individuals.
T or F: the US spends more than any other country on medical treatment
True
September 11th
Trump administration aims to ban flavored e-cigarettes- First lady Melania Trump has been "very involved" in the matter, according to Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar
Potentially dangerous chemical found in heartburn pill Zantac
Walgreens, Rite Aid and CVS have stopped selling Zantac and its generic alternative; was pulled after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned this month it may contain a potentially dangerous impurity. This impurity is a chemical called NDMA, a probable carcinogen. Its suspected that when the pill breaks down and it then forms the carcinogen. It's isn't known if there's a link to Zantac and cancer
At 1 year baby
Walks w help Bangs 2 blocks Waves 👋 👋
September 20th
Walmart says it will stop selling e-cigs
What company is embracing modeling body positivity?
aerie
Officials investigate 193 lung disease cases among vapers
august 2018 Federal health officials are investigating nearly 200 cases of severe lung illnesses among vapers. Concerns over the health risks associated with vaping only grew when an adult in Illinois, who recently used e-cigarettes, died from an unexplained pulmonary illness. That adult's death is one of 22 cases recently reported in Illinois, most involving men between the ages of 17 and 38. Some of the men admitted to using THC, an ingredient in marijuana, while vaping. Now, public health officials are investigating 193 possible cases of severe lung illness associated with vaping in 22 states. All of the cases have been reported since June 28.
Well coordinated services (2)
availability and variety of services, may not be enough to meet changing needs
infants until 2 years should face --- in car seat
backward
What 2 factors are related to life expectancy in women?
body size and physical activity
Depression is linked to speed what process?
brain aging
What does skin cancer not respond to?
chemotherapy/radiation therapy
What pesticide is banned fr harming brain development?
chlorpyrifos
Services are designed for the functionally impaired (3)
chronic conditions: make tasks not available -ADLS: bathing, eating, dressing, walking -Functional impairment: person's lack of ability to perform common activities -IADL: a measure of physical function, activities necessary for living independent living (shopping, dealing with money, phone, driving car) -40% of elderly have limitations with ADL/IADL
Inflammation in the body could be a cause of what?
depression
Drinking hot beverages increases your risk of developing what cancer?
esophageal cancer
How often should women mammogram for women over 50?
every other year
smoking ban in public housing
federal ban passed in 2016 will wipe out smoking in nearly 1 million public housing units
Title III of the Older Americans Act
finances community based services for low income elderly: like 1. home maintenance 2. adult day care 3. health promotion/disease prevention 4. nutrition and meals 5. telephone reassurance 6. transportation
Institutional LTC 1
for patients whose needs cannot be adequately met in a less acute, community based setting -varying levels of assistance three main segments: 1. retirement/residential living apartments 2. personal care 3. assisted living services based on concept of aging-in-place -meeting needs but preserving independence
What new drug has the FDA approved for depression?
ketamine
What HIV positive organ was recently transplanted?
kidney
more than 1/3 of American adults and more than 12 million children living today are _____________.
obese
When in georgia are you not allowed to have an abortion?
when the fetus has a heartbeat
August 29
• Group helps offset psychological effects of climate change- more than 250 people have enrolled in the network since it was established in 2016 • Juul announced ID verification system to curb underage e-cig use- the company said more than 40,000 stores have committed to implementing the new system • Drugmakers' liability for opioid crisis could reach $150 billion- analysts say the $572 million ruling against Johnson & Johnson sets a benchmark for pending federal and state suites • College athlete could lose lung after vaping- the student's father said the hospital did not report the case of CDC, which has not yet confirmed any cases in Florida • Alex Trebek, the "Jeopardy!" host, says his chemo is over • Milwaukee urges residents to stop vaping immediately- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 193 people in 22 states have contracted severe respiratory illness after vaping
October 1
• Judge temporarily blocks Georgia's six week abortion ban • Johnson & Johnson settles landmark opioid crisis for $20.4 million
August 19
• Juul raises $325 million despite growing health concerns
October 11
• Man drives five hours for surgery insurance won't cover
October 16
• Mormons urge Utah not to bar "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ minors- The church's stand is opposed by LGBTQ rights advocates, and the American Psychiatry Association and AMA, among others, also want the therapy banned • 41-year-old has stroke a month after hormone treatment for fatigue
August 6
• New procedure could delay menopause up to 20 years- the procedure involves removing part of the patient's ovaries, freezing the tissue, then re-implanting the tissue later in life • Drugmaker Novartis could face criminal penalties over faulty data behind gene therapy Zolgensma, priced at $2.1 million • Experts say mental illness is not the main cause of mass shootings- countries with the highest suicide rates should have the higher rates of public mass shootings which is not what the data shows
October 2
• Planned Parenthood has been building a secret abortion "mega-clinic"- the facility was built in secret to avoid delays to what will be one of the largest abortion clinics in the country
August 25
• Researchers who say one in five children they studied was dyslexic have also found no link between dyslexia and intelligence
October 30
• Salmonella linked to dog treats that sickened 154 apparently over
October 17
• Study finds Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play design led to deaths- millions of sleepers were recalled and 59 babies nationwide have died since 2005
October 7
• Waterborne bacterial infection kills infants at Pennsylvania NICU
What percent of E-Scooter riders wear a helmet?
4%
Clenched fists At 6 months is possible in what dx
CP
Michigan resident is infected with what rare mosquito borne virus?
Eastern equine encephalitis
LEP
Limited English Proficiency
At 1 mo baby should
Look at face Respond to voice
July 4th
Man from Florida gets infected by flesh-eating bacteria with no contact with water
How can autism be orally treated?
fecal transplant
Breast implants are associated with what cancer?
lymphoma
Why are ear infections more common in children?
smaller Eustachian tubes
How many Indians die every year due to pollution?
1.8 million
Trump promised to eradicate HIV/AIDS in how many years?
10
Johnson and Johnson baby powder lawsuit
22 women claimed this product was linked to their ovarian cancer
September 14th
FDA finds cancer-causing chemical in Zantac
What is the procedure called to replace "good" bacteria in cancer patients?
Fecal microbiota transplantation
6-month-old boy who follows past midline, laughs, turns toward your voice, and has clenched fists. Next?
Refer to a specialist for further evaluation
new life-saving trauma foam used to quickly stop internal bleeding
ResQFoam
new study shows that drinking coffee could lower risk of death
Research in JAMA International, 8% less chance of dying
July 29th
Research links widely-used drugs to a nearly 50% higher risk of dementia Death of 1-year-old twins puts spotlight on hot car dangers Farmers harvest crop for neighboring battling cancer
What is the healthiest country?
Spain
3 Cultures in Healthcare
The culture of patients The culture of the provider The culture of medicine
Daylight saving times effects car crashes how?
doubles rate of crashes
What birth defect is associated with opioid use in mothers?
gastroschisis
In late April, what product caused 177 E Coli infections?
ground beef
Who writes checks for most health care services in the U.S?
insurers
M72/AS01
new vaccine for TB
Taking ADHD medication increases the risk for what?
psychosis
October 8
• Walgreens and Kroger extinguish e-cig sales • Alex Trebek's cancer may mean ending his time as "Jeopardy!" host
41-year-old has stroke a month after hormone treatment for fatigue
*Emmit Landry was admitted to Houston hospital after having a stroke at the age forty one cause of the hormones he was given *Many people are taking these hormones to lose weight and even to stay young *Some patients are shown the Pros but usually they're not shown the cons, like having strokes, seizures, or even having a heart rate 4 times the normal rate *most patients have normal testosterone blood levels
Back surgery saved him from paralysis. Then the bills arrived: over $650,000
. The surgery was a success, but then the bills started coming: over $650,000 in all. His insurance company said his back surgery didn't qualify as an emergency and wasn't medically necessary.
Former NFL star pays for over 500 mammograms
.I n 2015, former NFL player DeAngelo Williams helped pay for 53 women to get mammograms. In five years, Williams has sponsored over 500 mammograms, Williams originally chose to pay for 53 mammograms because his mom was 53 years old when she died. The DeAngelo Williams Foundation calls the campaign "53 Strong for Sandra
About how many americans yearly get sick from contaminated meat?
1 in 6
How many people get shingles yearly?
1 million people
7 characteristics of Long-Term Care:
1. Must include a variety of health care services. 2. Services must be well-coordinated. 3. Services are designed for the functionally-impaired. 4. The goal: to promote maximum possible independence. 5. Services are needed over an extended period of time. 6. Patients' physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs must be met. 7. Patients' quality of life must be maximized.
Holistic Care: 4 factors
1. Physical: technical aspects of care, like medical examinations, medications, diet, rehab, safety 2. Mental: layout helps overcome confusion/disorientation. Mental stimulation to overcome boredom 3. Social: game rooms, balconies, patios to hangout 4. Spiritual: personal beliefs, values in a religious context
Global Health
"global perspective on public health problems" "health problems, issues and concerns that transcend national boundaries and may best be addressed by cooperative action. Example: emerging and reemerging infectious diseases. Women dying of pregnancy related causes. Malnutrition in children.
Disease
"medical definition of sickness by professionals, explained from the perspective of biological and physiological etiology".
According to a 2012 study how much is spent in the US paying for health care services associated with obesity per year
$190 billion
How much does it cost to have a baby in finland?
$60
What is the urea cycle disorder?
inability to safely dispose of nitrogen in the body
What is scleroderma?
is a chronic disease with skin changes causes thickening, hardening, or tightening of the skin, blood vessels, and internal organs
What 3 fruits and vegatables have the most pesticide residue?
kale, strawberries and spinach
Where does DVT occur?
legs
Cancer death rates decline except for this one type
liver cancer
What animal is being tested for antibodies to fend off the flu?
llama
vitiligo
localized loss of skin pigmentation characterized by milk-white patches
man infected with flesh eating bacteria
man went crabbing in new jersey
Hospice care
method of care, used in last part of patient's life purpose: maintain patient dignity and comfort palliative care: comfort, pain management, social support vs medical intervention
What technology is a new experimental form of birth control?
microneedle patch
Fentanyl overdose has increased in what category?
middle aged women
NO3-
nitric acid
McDonald's salad suspected of this
parasite outbreak
The FDA just approved the first drug to treat what?
post partum depression
Washington hospital is like "going to hell"
psychiatric hospital conditions compared to hell after being forced to live in conditions that fail US health and safety standards
What are the side effects of pot use in pregnant women for babies?
psychosis
Young boy is arrested for doing what to strawberries?
putting needles in strawberries
What is replacing chemotherapy in early stage women with cancer?
regular hormone therapy
Levothyroxine
replaces a hormone naturally produced by the thyroid gland to regulate the body's energy.
Foods high in what will cut your life short?
salt and sugar
nightmares occur when?
second half of the night (sleep)
what are side effects of nicotine poisoning?
seizures, convulsions, vomiting and brain injury
7 dead from rare disease spread by mosquitoes
seven people have died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a rare disease spread by mosquitoes. At least 27 people have been infected in six states. The latest reported deaths were in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The state health department in Massachusetts said there are now 75 communities at critical or high risk for the rare, but deadly disease, known as EEE. The mosquito-borne virus causes severe brain inflammation in about 2% of infected adults and 6% of infected children. EEE is rare, occurring in about five to 10 people a year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
What new approach is being used in sex ed?
shame-based sex ed
World's most polluted cities
shouguang, China. Zhengzhou, China. ... Luohe, China. ... Shangqiu, China. ... Weinan, China. ... Pingdingshan, China. ... Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. ... Linfen, China. Twelve years ago, Linfen was the most polluted city in the world, but even then, Beijing was making efforts to curb the city's coal-burning addiction. ...
what types of fish are commonly mislabeled?
snapper and sea bass
UK Scientists launch clinical study to treat Crohn's disease with what?
stem cell treatment
When older women drink two or more sodas daily they have a higher chance of what?
stroke
What parents should know about dietary supplements for kids
studies show almost one-third of American kids take nutritional supplements, the most popular of which include multivitamins, fish oil, melatonin and probiotics. But that concerns some experts, who cite a lack of evidence about the benefits and even the possible risk of damage to vital organs like the heart and liver.
Are teenage girls or boys more likely to commit suicide?
teenage girls
Woman rushed to ER with brown recluse spider bites
then finds dozens more infesting her apartment and now has to take blood thinners for the rest of her life
How is purdue pharma to blame for the opioid crisis?
they labeled the drug as non-addictive
What two ways do Americans obtain private health insurance?
through their employers self-coverage
How are pre mature babies now monitored?
tiny wireless sensors
what reason do pharmaceutical companies give for charging consumers more and more for their drugs?
to offset research and development expenses
women are --- as much likely to develop fibromyalgia?
twice
Tourists at the grand canyon may have been exposed to what?
uranium
Pet food was recalled for elevated levels of what?
vitamin D
Accreditation
voluntary, private function
What store has the most illegal E-Cigarette sales?
walgreens
Multivitamins a waste of money
when it comes to heart health, it's not always worth it to buy them
What controversial treatment sought to "reverse aging"?
youth blood transfusions
August 3
• Mosquitos have killed as many as 50 billion people over the course of human existence
August 11
• Only about 20% of the adults with hearing loss use hearing aids, but advances in technology and a new law may drive down the prices
Approximately how many minutes does a child go to the ER due to medical poisoning?
10 minutes
Under current guidelines, new moms in the US are allowed how much leave(unpaid)?
12 weeks
May sit in front seat at age
13
How many minutes do new dads lose of sleep a night?
13 minutes
How many extra calories do people eat in the workplace weekly?
1300
How early can autism be detected?
14
HIV screening at age
15
What percent of African American men will develop prostate cancer?
15%
How early can screening for autism be done?
16 months
How many chemicals do women put on their face before they leave the house?
165
Autism screening at what age
18 and 24 mo
How many people live with an opioid addiction?
2 million
What is the helmet design for preventing concussions?
2 skull helmet
The fertility rate fell what percentage in 2018 from the previous year?
2%
What age do anti-vape advocates suggest the minimum age should be?
21
women who have a healthy low fat diet have what percent less chance of developing breast cancer?
21%
What percent of drugs come from outside of the US?
40%
Stage 1 hypertension adolescents
> 95th%
Overweight in children
>85th%
Obesity in children
>95th%
Stage 2 hypertension adolescents
>99th% plus 5 mm Hg
Michigan apples recalled in 8 states due to listeria concerns (CBS News Healthwatch)
A Michigan produce supplier recalls half a dozen apple varieties distributed in eight states due to concerns that the fruit might be contaminated with listeria. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and at times fatal infections
Flight attendant diagnosed with measles after N.Y. flight has died
A flight attendant who was diagnosed with measles after flying from New York to Israel has died. The family of Rotem Amitai confirmed to CBS News that the 43-year-old died after being hospitalized for months. "Rotem was a wonderful woman and a devoted mother," her family said in a statement, according to Israeli news outlet Ynetnews. "We are grieving her premature departure." The mother of three worked for the Israeli airline El Al. She started experiencing symptoms in late March after being on an El Al flight from New York to Tel Aviv, Israeli media reported. Around that time, a county about 40 miles north of New York City declared a state of emergency because of a measles outbreak. It was unclear how Amitai contracted the virus.
These workers are the most likely to use opioids (CBS News Healthwatch)
A recent study found that construction workers and miners are more likely than other workers to use opioids and cocaine. The prevalence of work-related injuries in construction is to blame because many construction workers are prescribed the drugs to alleviate pain from work injuries, and later became dependent on them.
Decision expected in landmark opioid trial against Big Pharma
A ruling in a landmark legal case over the opioid crisis could lead to one of the biggest monetary awards in U.S. history. A judge in Oklahoma will decide today if Johnson & Johnson bears responsibility for helping to fuel the state's opioid epidemic by aggressively marketing painkillers. Oklahoma is asking for $17.2 billion. This is the first such case against a drugmaker to go to trial, and it could set a precedent for cases across the country. Depending on how the judge rules, it could give lawyers a new strategy for holding large corporations accountable
July 19th
After 7 kids get cancer, chemical, trichloroethylene (TCE), in California city's water scrutinized
Health System
Agencies that plan, fund and regulate healthcare. Those who provide preventive health services. Provides health services, resource generation, financing, stewardship.
What state enacted a near total abortion ban?
Alabama
Families fight insurers for life-saving care for loved ones with mental illness
Although the federal Mental Health Parity legislation requires health insurers to provide at least equal coverage for mental health conditions, some families are still denied coverage; health insurers such as UBH claim that the services asked are not medically needed. A class-action lawsuit was filed against UBH for illegally denying benefits, which UBH lost. The company is revising guidelines to be more similar to hoe practicing clinicians actually determine the level of care a patient needs.
October 22nd
Always drops female symbol from packaging to be more inclusive
Why we need more conversations surrounding mental health
An estimated 47.6 million adults in the United States experienced mental illness last year. Dr. Sue Varma says stigma has a "detrimental" effect on people's ability to get the help they need and also mentions that it is important to identify the symptoms. She explains that some symptoms include difficulty getting motivated or getting out of bed; also causes anxiety, weight gain, and problems concentrating. Normalizing the conversation around mental health is key, and talk about the positive experiences of getting help.
The Burden of Disease
An index that takes account of morbidity, mortality, disability; allow one to make comparisons of health status across regions within a country and across countries.
Implicit Bias
An indirect bias that is not verbally or intentionally expressed.
"It doesn't define you": Living with alopecia areata (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
At a young age, Brittney Hammond was diagnosed with Alpaca Areata. In middle school and in high school, Brittney experienced insecurities about her condition but has coped with it by using a special shampoo, using cosmetics, and through family support. Despite still feeling pressure she promotes self-love and determination.
Bots behind most e-cigarette marketing, study finds
Automated social media accounts known as "bots" are behind a majority of marketing messages about vaping and e-cigarettes — many inaccurately promote the devices as healthier alternatives to cigarettes. Many are believed to generate nearly 80% of all Twitter traffic around vaping and tobacco products, with much of the information directed at minors.
October 5th
Bernie Sanders discharged from hospital after suffering from heart attack
Life on a roller coaster: Managing bipolar disorder (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Bev Miller was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 23. At times, she felt energized, but would go into a deep depression. Working at her family business helped her. The stability of living near family, counseling, and medication has helped her manage the disease. Bev shares her story with others with the mental illness, to support counseling and medication.
CBS News investigates THC vaping industry's booming black market
CBS News took hidden cameras to a warehouse 75 miles east of Los Angeles, a marijuana black market. One of the worst things found the number of pesticides in the illicit vapes; they failed for a total of five pesticides, including one called: myclobutanil which when heated then leaves hydrogen cyanide. People buy vapes from the black market because black market vapes look legitimate, especially in states where marijuana is still illegal and the black market is the only option. The majority of the vaping-related illnesses are associated with black market THC cartridges
Juul CEO tells CBS News: "I don't want my kids using the product"
CEO apologizes for kids using products the product was never intended for kids and he would never want his kids using them he apologizes the interviewer asked him why was he sorry ? he responded saying he is sorry for th situation.
154 cases of Fast moving and multi- drug resistant deadly fungus in Illinois
Candida auris an emerging drug resistant yeast that can cause infection and in some cases death has caused 100s of cases nation wide. While yeast normally reside in wet damp areas but the Candida auris can survive on cool, external skin & cold surfaces
North Carolina is using drones to do what in medical hospitals?
Carrying medical samples faster
What is community immunity? (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Community immunity is when enough people in a community are protected against a contagious disease through vaccination, thus the disease is hard to spread
Fast-food chains urged to move faster in fight against "superbugs" (CBS News Healthwatch)
Consumer advocates say the fast-food industry is not doing much to eliminate antibiotics from its beef supplies, which contributes to the problem of treatment-resistant bacteria in people. Overuse of antibiotics in agriculture can result in more "superbugs." Meat producers routinely give animals antibiotics which can lead to germs becoming resistant to drugs
October 23rd
Crisis team responds to mental health emergencies in Oregon- a program called CAHOOTS responded to nearly 23,000 calls in Eugene and Springfield, Oregon last year
Blood Clot that forms in a deep vein in the body
DVT
At 8 mo baby
Dada, mama Thumb finger grasp Cruises Imitates speech
Vaping-related illnesses jump to 805 nationwide
Death toll of vaping-related illnesses has risen to 12. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 805 confirmed and probable cases have been reported, up 52% from 530 reported a week ago. Health officials began noticing reports of people developing severe breathing illnesses, with lungs apparently reacting to a caustic substance. The only common factor in the illnesses was that the patients had all recently vaped. Among 53 of the earliest cases, majority of patients said they had vaped products containing THC, while Nearly one fifth said they vaped only nicotine products.
more than 200 sickened in vegetable outbreak
Del Monte
What state is the first state to approve "magic mushrooms" for people over the age of 21?
Denver
Inequality
Difference in health status or in the distribution of health determinants between different population groups (OUTCOMES) Example: Giving lower health coverage of key health services to minorities, THUS that minority group would have poorer health outcomes.
September 3rd
Doctor says diest of fries and chips made teen "fussy eater" blind- British doctor cite case of a boy in England to warn that poor nutrition can permanently damage vision Restoration Hardware recalls flammable robes, kids; furniture- California retailer recallers two products in U.S. and Canada due to safety issues
September 27th
Dozens charged in Medicare scam targeting seniors- A CBS News investigation found recruiters entice seniors to submit a DNA sample for a "free" genetic cancer risk test
From virus to vaccine: Studying measles immunity (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Dr. Griffin and her team want to understand how people who've had measles are protected from the virus for the rest of their lives. They study antibody production against the measles virus, to identify which genes help make the antibodies better. Identifying the gene allows them to work on improving antibody production by a vaccine, to provide similar lifelong immunity.
Veteran's widow speaks out after former VA doctor charged in deaths
Dr. Robert Morris Levy, 53, is accused of involuntary manslaughter in the deaths of three patients — and he could be responsible for the deaths of at least a dozen others. Kathy McCoy's husband, Michael, died late last year. He was a proud grandfather of 10 and a retired Army sergeant. In 2014, he went to an Arkansas VA complaining of pain in his leg. "He was in constant pain. It got to where at the end he couldn't walk ... he would crawl a lot," McCoy told CBS News. "They kept saying it was arthritis." She said it ended up being a blood clot in the leg. McCoy's case is one of thousands under review after VA pathologist Robert Levy was accused of manslaughter in the deaths of at least three veterans by misdiagnosis or falsifying their diagnoses.
July 18th
Ebola outbreak in Congo declared a global health emergency
Candida auris
Emerging global health threat Resistant to all three major classes of antifungals Can persist on surfaces and *spread between* patients
How to talk about mental health, according to the experts
Experts advise people to use language that's in line with medical conditions, to say one is "living" and not "suffering" from a mental illness, not to say "committed" suicide because it isn't proper, not to use the word "issues" it refers to character flaw, to ask open-ended questions and follow their lead, engage with them, and help them get help
FDA proposes "black-box warning" for breast implants (CBS News Healthwatch)
FDA proposed that manufacturers should print a "black-box warning" on implant packaging - its strongest form of caution. This came after the agency received complaints from women who say they weren't warned of complications linked to breast implants before surgery. Complications include chronic fatigue, joint pain, and even a rare type of cancer called breast implant-associated anaplastic large-cell lymphoma.
64 year old man in Canada becomes the oldest person to receive what?
Face transplant
T or F: the supreme court did not uphold the mandate portion of the Affordable Care Act in 2012
False
CDC Directors son almost dies from this
Fentanyl
July 10th
First baby born in U.S. from dead donor's transplanted womb Couple speaks out after their embryo was involved in IVF mix-up Hamburger and hot dog buns recalled for plastics-choking hazard
What state newly legalized medical marijuana?
Florida
Medicine
Focuses on the individual. Personal service, disease diagnoses, treatment, medical care.
At 2 mo baby
Follows to midline Smiles
October 10th
Former NFL star pays for over 500 mammograms- Williams set out to pay for 53 mammograms, and this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, his foundation announced they far exceeded that goal
Women shocked by "hidden" cost of mammograms (CBS News Healthwatch)
Free mammograms are provided every one to two years for women aged 40 and over. But about 40% many are called back for a second look and end up with unexpected bills for hundreds of dollars, which insurance won't likely pay for, which many are unaware of
Ford worker's liver donation saves stranger at rival automaker
General Motors autoworker Rick Foley learned he needed a life-saving liver transplant. His odds were grim: 1 in 5 people in his situation didn't make it. The plea caught the attention of Fredo Pacheco, who also worked at the Ford plant. Pacheco was a perfect match, but was 28 pounds too heavy for the surgery; he started working and made his goal by one pound. The surgery still had risks, because living liver transplants are rare only a few hundred happen in the U.S. each year and 1 in 500 donors don't survive the surgery.
Determinants of Health
Genetic (10%) Social support Clinical care (10%) Sex Age Environment (10%) People's own health practices (30%) socioeconomic status (40%)
July 25th
Glyphosate faces a test inside America's homes Teens say Juul told 9th grade class vaping was safe
Washington latest state to target flavored vaping products
Governor of Washington directed state health officials to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes/vaping products. If passed on October 9, it will forbid the sale of all flavored vaping products. This comes amid growing nationwide concern on the hazards associated with the vaping products. In Washington, there are seven current cases of lung illnesses. Michigan, New York, and Rhode Island all declared emergency bans this month on flavored vaping products
Walgreens and Kroger extinguish e-cig sales
Growing number of major retailers opt out of a market drawing large public scrutiny amid vaping-related illness that have killed at least 18 people. Walgreens and Kroger are now discontinuing sales of electronic nicotine delivery products. FDA are investigating at least 18 confirmed deaths and 1,080 probable vaping illnesses across 48 states. Vaping industry trade group criticized the move by Walgreens and Kroger, calling it hypocritical, saying that they continue to sell deadly tobacco cigarettes
Toxic metals found in 95% of baby foods, study finds
HBBF tested 13 different types of foods in 168 baby food containers from 61 brands and found 95% of the baby foods tested contained traces of toxic chemicals, including lead and arsenic. The study looked for arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury in dozens of brands, and found 1/4 baby foods contained all four metals, while 40% contained three of the toxins. These contaminants can alter the developing brain and erode a child's IQ.
Cultural Congruent Care
Health care is provided or understood in a way that aligns with the culture of patient. When cultures care values, beliefs, expressions and patterns are explicitly known and used appropriately, sensitively and meaningfully when people of diverse or similar cultures.
Culture
Helps to determine how one feels about health and illness, using health services and practices in which one engages
An organ was recently transplanted with what virus?
Hepatitis C
September 6th
Illinois teen says after vaping with the primary ingredient of marijuana (THC) he now has lungs of a 70 year old 9/11 firefighters who arrived early may have a higher heart risks now Food giants like Tyson and Kellogg's want bite of fake-meat market- Tyson buys into plant-based shrimp, a Kellogg's unit sells "Incogmeato" and even the maker of Spam is touting fake meat 3 more deaths and at least 450 illnesses linked to vaping- U.S. health officials said they've identified hundreds of possible cases in 33 states
Immunotherapy break through for lung cancer, the biggest cancer killer
Immune therapy drugs can transforms lung cancer treatment, giving patients years of extra life. They found that pre-treating lung cancer patient with immune therapy drugs before they have surgery can help melt away the tumor and at the same time limit or even stop its spread
Giuliana and Bill Rancic talk cancer care innovations (CBS News Healthwatch)
In 2011, entertainment reporter Giuliana Rancic was diagnosed with breast cancer. With her husband they committed to sharing their experience and raising awareness for breast cancer. They participated in the C3 Prize, an annual competition that funds new innovations in cancer care. Despite being busy Giuliana still provides advice for those who reach out to her
How much a family with good health insurance spent last year
In 2018, a family of four in the U.S. with coverage from a larger employer spent a total of $7,726 on health care, up from $4,617 a decade earlier, according to the analysis. Specifically, $4,706 was spent on insurance premiums, usually in the form of regular paycheck deductions. The other $3,020 consisted of deductibles, co-payments and coinsurance Despite rising health care spending in the U.S., treatment outcomes haven't improved.
Breast cancer survivors fight another deadly risk (CBS News Healthwatch)
In about 10% of breast cancer patients, chemotherapy and radiation damage the heart; it occurs during treatment, or may develop years afterward. The damage could cause heart disease,the #1 cause of death for breast cancer survivors and women overall.
Cultural Competence
In health care describes the ability of systems to provide care to patients with diverse values, beliefs and behaviors, including tailoring delivery to meet patient's social, cultural, and linguistic needs.
How much sleep do you need? (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Current Issues)
Infants are recommended 12-16 of sleep, including naps. Toddlers are recommended 11-14 hours of sleep. Preschoolers are recommended 10-13 hours of sleep School aged kids are recommended 9-12 hours of sleep Teens are recommended 8-10 hours of sleep Adults are recommended 7-8 hours of sleep
July 15th
Infected pastor on bus brings Ebola outbreak to crowded Congo city
What drug price has doubled over the last 5 years?
Insulin
What was the first immunotherapy approved by the FDA for patients with metaplastic melanoma?
Interleukin-2 (Capable of 50% effectiveness)
Juul raises $325 million despite growing health concerns
Investors have plunked another $325 million into controversial e-cigarette maker Juul Labs as the company seeks to expand its global reach, according to a regulatory filing Monday. Although the investors are undisclosed, the funding is a show of confidence in the growth prospects for Juul, roughly a third of which is owned by Marlboro maker Altria Group. The injection of capital comes at a time the vaping company faces increasing government scrutiny and business restrictions — that includes in its hometown of San Francisco, which in June became the first U.S. city to ban the sale and distribution of e-cigarettes, pending approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The Nuremberg Code
It was the 1st document to specify the ethical principles that should guide physicians engaged in human research. States that the voluntary consent of human subject is absolutely essential.
Man drives five hours for surgery insurance won't cover
James Schlieper drove five hours from Central Texas to a surgery center across state lines for his hernia surgery; a procedure his insurance doesn't pay for. Hospitals back home charge him cash prices of over $30,000. Then he went online and found the Surgery Center of Oklahoma's cash price: just over $3,000. Anesthesiologist Keith Smith runs the center but they only perform certain outpatient procedures, like knee or gall bladder surgeries; they don't take insurance
What country has the highest percent of "Sleep Deficit" people?
Japan
What was the kids name that got sued then got chicken pox?
Jerome Kunkel
What population is the measles outbreak occuring?
Jewish
Johnson & Johnson hit with $8B verdict over drug linked to boy growing breasts
Johnson & Johnson charged with $8B verdict over punitive damages in the case of a man who said he developed breasts after taking the company's anti-psychotic drug Risperdal as a child; jury found that Johnson & Johnson failed to warn 26-year-old Nicholas Murray of the drug's side effects, Murray took the Risperdal as a child which caused him to develop breasts, an incurable condition known as gynecomastia. Johnson & Johnson denied the allegations, and said it's confident the ruling will be overturned
J&J says no asbestos in recalled baby powder (CBS News Healthwatch)
Johnson & Johnson recalled 33,000 bottles of Baby Powder after regulators found amounts of asbestos in a bottle purchased online. Tests from the same bottle of Johnson's Baby Powder previously found no asbestos in the product. J&J faces securities lawsuits because they failed to disclose the alleged asbestos contamination in its baby powder.
Health officials warn deadly kissing bugs spreading north in U.S.
Kissing bugs are blood sucking insects that can transmit the potentially fatal Chagas' disease. They are commonly found in Central and South America l. in September the CDC warned the disease had been reported in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia
At 2 years toddler
Knows 6 body parts Stacks 4 blocks Kicks ball with TWO feet Uses own name Speaks 50 words
What drug is linked to overdoses?
Kratom
What animal holds medical answers for Alzheimers?
Lemurs
Life expectancy for American men keeps dropping (CBS News Healthwatch)
Life expectancy for U.S. men slipped for a third straight year, according to data from the National Center for Health Statistics. The average male lifespan stood at 76.1 years in 2017, a four-month decline since 2014. Drug overdose rates for men are almost twice as high as a decade ago.
October 18th
Louisanna could become the first state without abortion access next year- Green Beret uses theater to cope with the trauma of war- "Last Out" is inspired by the 23 years one man spent in the Army Toxic metals such as lead and arsenic found in 95% of baby foods
Unintentional death adolescents mostly caused by
MVA 70%
Trump adds more uncertainty to medicaid and obamacare
Maine governor says he'd go to jail before he expands it
July 13th
Man dies from infection from flesh-eating bacteria after beach trip
October 11th
Man drives five hours for surgery insurance won't cover
October 4th
Man who says clinic used his sperm for 17 kids: "It's overwhelming"
September 24th
Massachusetts temporarily bans the sale of vaping products
Untrained interpreters, friends, or family members
May pose a problem to their lack of knowledge regarding medical terminology and disease entities. This lack of knowledge can lead to faulty and inaccurate data collection.
Measles: What you need to know (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Measles is a highly contagious disease that last five to six days. It has symptoms of red rash, fever, and cough. Measles can cause more serious health issues. Measles has no treatment but has is a vaccine
Vaccines at 16-18 years
Meningococcal booster Meningitis type B vaccine
What do contraceptives prevent in PCOS patients?
Metabolic syndrome
Famous actor and his battle with this disease
Michael J. Fox and Parkinson's
Americans more concerned about health care costs than universal coverage
Most Americans think the nation's health care system needs fundamental changes or to be completely rebuilt, and costs are what concern them most. More than 4 in 10 are dissatisfied with their health care costs. Two-thirds of Americans are very concerned with keeping costs down, more than ensuring everyone has health care coverage 56%.
What country had a deadly cholera outbreak?
Mozambique
Most Americans think there is stigma associated with mental illness — CBS News Poll
Nearly 9 in 10 do think there is at least some stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness in society today, but more than a third say there is less compared to 10 years ago.
Nestlé Toll House cookie dough recalled for possible rubber pieces (CBS News Healthwatch)
Nestlé USA is recalling some of its ready-to-bake refrigerated Toll House Cookie Dough products because they received reports of food-grade pieces of rubber in these products
What state passed an "aid to dying" bill?
New Jersey
4 dead from Legionnaires' outbreak linked to hot tubs
North Carolina health officials say a fourth person has died from Legionnaires' disease; 94 people were hospitalized. Information gathered by local health officials showed that most patients attended the NC Mountain State Fair; officials have said those who were diagnosed with the disease may have walked by the hot tub displays. Legionnaires' disease is a severe form of pneumonia that occurs when one inhales microscopic water droplets containing the legionella bacteria.
Long-Term Care
Not just nursing homes! -A lot of it is informal care by the family -home health services -home delivered meals and other services -minimal assistance in residential setting
Do routine lead screening?
Not unless at risk
Even though this disease was eradicated FDA approved this just in case of a terrorist attack
OK's small pox drug to treat, samples were saved
What ship had a norovirus outbreak?
Oasis of the seas
What is the name of the vaccine misinformation pamphlet?
PEACH pamplet
What kind of cancer does Alex trebek have?
Pancreatic cancer
July 2nd
People fighting Type 1 Diabetes head north to Canada for affordable insulin Department of Justice is calling on Congress to permanently end the loophole for fentanyl, a synthetic opioid Papayas from Mexico linked to salmonella in U.S Trader Joe's vegetable recalled over listeria Dairy groups push coffee into schools
What animal did brown university use for research which violated code?
Pigs
October 2nd
Planned Parenthood has been building a secret abortion "mega-clinic"- the facility was built in secret to avoid delays to what will be one of the largest abortion clinics in the country
Trump taps cancer researcher to be FDA commissioner (CBS News Healthwatch)
President Trump nominated Stephen Hahn to lead the Food and Drug Administration, potentially leaving Hahn with the responsibility of dealing with the ongoing controversy of vaping and e-cigarettes because critics have questioned why the FDA hasn't done much to regulate the products
Surge in wearable health tech
Privacy concerns but can save a life bc it tracks BP, HR, and many other things
Trumps gag policy is what?
Prohibits providers to refer abortion services
What compant is accused for the drug crisis?
Purdue pharma
The Nazi Medical Experiments
Purpose: Coincided with the rise in popularity of eugenics in many countries. With the Nazi's emphasis on racial purity, this led to the widespread sterilization of the "undesirables" such as people with disabilities and ethnic minorities. Debate continues over the results of the Nazi medical research. May provide useful data on the progression of diseases.
What is the most appropriate automobile seating for a 7 yo who is 50 inches tall?
Rear seat in belt-positioning booster seat with lap/shoulder belt
What is the most appropriate automobile seating for a 3 year old?
Rear seat in forward-facing child seat with 5-point harness
Brain ripples could hold clues to memory (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Recorded brain activity from epilepsy patients provided a chance for scientists to study how the brain stores memories. The research revealed people experience a ripple of activity when remembering a word. The ripples could improve understanding of how the brain processes and retrieves memories
July 3rd
Seattle Children's Hospital surgeries halted due to mold-related death Scientists are able to eliminate HIV from an animal's genome Boy from Maryland gets infected with flesh-eating bacteria Ohio "fetal heartbeat" abortion law gets blocked by judge
Trump official dodges Obamacare questions at tense hearing (CBS News Healthwatch)
Seema Verma, head of the agency that oversees the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, dodged questions about the current and future state of the U.S. health care system. Lawmakers asked Verma, about the future of Obamacare, whose fate remains uncertain. Verma also refused to answer how many people would lose insurance if the ACA was struck down.Verma deflected questions with off-topic responses
Amazon fires causing breathing problems in kids
Smoke from the Amazon rainforest fires is being blamed for an increase in respiratory problems in Brazil — health problems that are particularly affecting children and the elderly.The dry weather and lingering smoke is causing several complications like pneumonia, coughing and secretion, pediatrician Daniel Pires told a local newspaper. Pires, who works for Cosme e Damia Children's hospital, said the number of cases has more than doubled since earlier this month.
The 2nd person cured with AIDS was due to what treatment?
Stem Cell transplant
October 17th
Study finds Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play design led to deaths- millions of sleepers were recalled and 59 babies nationwide have died since 2005
Suicide attempts increase among black children and teens
Suicide attempts among black children and teens are increasing at alarming rates. Self-reported suicide attempts for black adolescents rose by 73% between 1991 to 2017. Findings are based on data from nearly 200,000 high school students. Rises in suicides among black youth can most likely are caused by a greater internalization of racial and structural issues, along with a decline in coping mechanisms and the lack of psychiatric investment. This makes it important to identify symptoms of depression and risk factors for suicide before there is even an attempt.
What new therapy is now a treatment for cancer using body cells as a defense mechanism for leukemia and lymphoma?
T-Cell immunotherapy
Drug using nurse responsible for hepatitis outbreak at hospital
The CDC has found a nurse who admitted to using drugs responsible for a hepatitis C outbreak at a Washington hospital
Inside a suicide prevention call center for veterans
The Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs are holding a conference in Nashville this week aimed at preventing suicides. A hotline launched in 2007 has answered more than 3.5 million calls, sending emergency help to nearly 100,000 people. At the Veterans Crisis Line in Canandaigua, New York, the calls come in all day and night. Every day, 1,700 calls come in from veterans on the brink.
Name the sweeping health care system overhaul signed into law by President Obama in 2010
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
The Tuskegee Study
The Tuskegee Institute began a study of syphilis in Macon County, Alabama. One of the study's original aims was to justify the creation of syphilis treatment programs for African Americans. The study in the male African American population was originally planned to last for 6 months but went on for 40 years. Did the human subjects were not given treatment even after penicillin had been discovered.
CVS, Rite Aid and Walmart pull J&J baby powder from shelves (CBS News Healthwatch)
The U.S. FDA found small amounts of asbestos in one J&J baby powder bottle, which the company is currently investigating. CVS, Rite Aid and Walmart have stopped selling 22-ounce bottles of Johnson & Johnson baby powder. The move is tied to J&J's recall of 33,000 bottles last week. Tests have confirmed the company's talc is asbestos-free.
Wake-up call: How sleep impacts our minds and bodies (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Current Issues)
The circadian rhythm operates within every cell of the body; poor quality sleep or not enough sleep affects these cells, which contribute to poor health and an increase in the risk of disease, like heart conditions, diabetes, or even death. Affect women who experience hormonal changes like menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. interrupted sleep can cause issues like memory loss, mood changes, or difficulty concentrating. It also creates problems in people's personal lives, especially within their families.
Nearly 300 quarantined in measles scare at 2 Los Angles Universities as well as a quarantine on the St. Lucia boat in the month of April
The disease which was declared eliminated 2 decades ago has seen a recent surge. The students as well as 2 faculty members were sent to quartile after a student infected with the measles disease attended several classes in the month of April. The cruise ship was also quarantined in the month of April after the island's nation medical chief expressed concern that the disease could spread among crew members and passengers
DEA says it will expand marijuana research
The federal government is taking steps to improve access to legal marijuana for medical and scientific researchers, with the Justice Department announcing Monday it will take action on long-delayed applications to expand the number of entities certified to grow marijuana plants.The DEA said in 2016 that it would accept applications to expand the number of entities authorized to grow the drug for research purposes, and 33 entities, including companies and universities, ultimately applied. But the agency failed to review or even acknowledge those applications for years, despite a federal statute requiring a response within 90 days.
Massachusetts temporarily bans the sale of vaping products
The governor of Massachusetts on Tuesday declared a public health emergency and ordered a four-month ban on the sale of vaping products in the state. His announcement came amid growing concern about the health effects of vaping products, including deaths. The administration said that as of Tuesday, 61 cases of potential cases of lung disease related to the use of electronic cigarettes and vaping in Massachusetts had been reported to the state.
The unintended consequences of more potent pot
The legalization of recreational marijuana in almost a dozen states shows how America's attitude toward the drug may be changing. But the drug has changed too: Newly developed strains of marijuana are far stronger than what people were smoking in the past, leading to unintended consequences like addiction and marijuana toxicity.
Romaine lettuce E.Coli outbreak
The lettuce outbreak has widened and resulted in the infection of at least 98 people. More than half of those complaining of symptoms had to be hospitalized. This is the worst E.Coli outbreak since 2006
Reported illness among vapers reaches 150 possible cases
The number of breathing illnesses reported among people who vape is growing. Health officials are now looking into more than 150 possible cases in 16 states. Officials on Wednesday said the Food and Drug Administration has joined the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and states investigating reports from the last two months. All the illnesses were in teens or adults who had used an electronic cigarette or some other kind of vaping device. Doctors say the illnesses resemble an inhalation injury, with the lungs apparently reacting to a caustic substance. So far infectious diseases have been ruled out.
Cultural Awareness
The self-examination and in-depth exploration of one's own cultural and professional background. Involves the recognition of one's biases, prejudices, and assumptions about individuals who are different.
Demographic transition
The shift from high fertility and high mortality to low fertility and low mortality
Chips ahoy issues nation wide recall amid reports of adverse health effects
The voluntary recall was issued because of the potential for certain products to contain an unexpected solidified ingredient
At his well-child check, a 5 yo boy is noted to have occasional bedwetting. You advise the parents that:
This occurs in 20-25% of boys this age
Start fluoride application when?
Tooth eruption to 5 years
New Hampshire voters worried about trade war and "Medicare for All"
Trade war is effecting New Hampshire because of goods being scarce and expensive also New Hampshire being primarily a republican state they feel Medicare for all is socializing Medicine something they do not want the Democratic Party to do
Tertiary Care
Treatment of complicated pediatric and adult cases, specialist surgical services, Advanced emergency care
T or F: Hospitals by law cannot turn away patients in an emergency room even if they cannot pay?
True
T or F: Many critics believe there is a rampant abuse of drug patenting and pricing within the pharmaceutical industry.
True
T or F: The US is mainly alone in the developed world in maintaining a system of health care that is primarily delivered through a private insurance system
True
Babies and moms with high glucose levels have a higher chance of developing what respectively?
Type 2 diabetes and obesity
What colleges had a measles quarantine of about 300 students?
UCLA and Cal State
July 26th
Vaping suspected of severely injuring lungs of 8 Wisconsin teens Consumer Reports finds hazardous bacteria in pre-washed greens Captain Morgan sales fall as Americans drink less soda Man dead from brain-eating amoeba after water park visit
July 1st
Vermont imposes 92% tax on e-cigarettes Woman contracts flesh eating bacteria on the beach and dies
A dozen people get sick from eating this is 3 states and the District of Columbia
Vibrio in crab meat
September 13th
Vietnam vet dies after being found covered in ants at VA home- Georgia woman says her father was bitten more than 100 times by ants at a government veterans' home where his room was full of insects Whole Foods dropping health care for part-time workers- the high end grocery chain, owned by Amazon, will cut health insurance for about 1,900 workers FDA recommends approval for peanut allergy treatment Teen with vape related lung illness sues Juul Labs
September 5th
Vitamin E may be linked to marijuana vaping illnesses
Wasted U.S. health care spending tops annual defense budget
Waste in the U.S. health care system ranges from $760 billion to $935 billion per year, more than total annual federal defense spending. Most of the waste is attributed to Administrative tasks of doctors, nurses, and other caregivers. The second-largest cause of waste in health care stems from the inflated, opaque pricing of medical services, drugs, and medical devices; accounts for an estimated $231 billion to $241 billion in needless spending per year. Clerical work accounts for about $266 million worth of annual waste. Blame could fall on a multipayer system and inflated drug prices. Solution: Rewarding caregivers for delivering better care; goal is to align incentives for doctors, patients, and insurance companies.
October 7th
Waterborne bacterial infection kills infants at Pennsylvania NICU
What viruses can cause acute flaccid myelitis?
West Nile and enterovirus
What elementary school has a possibly dangerous tower on campus?
Weston elementary
September 26th
Woman says she almost lost hand to flesh-eating bacteria Hospital freezer failure destroys cancer patients' stem cells
September 16th
Woman swallows engagement ring in her sleep- Jenna Evans dreamed she had to swallow her ring to protect it from "bad guys" except it wasn't just a dream Girl dies from brain-eating amoeba from swimming- 10 year old Lily Mae Avant died overnight after fighting for her life in Cook Children's Hospital in Fort Worth
The cautionary tale of Japan's "sex recession"
Young people are having less sex than previous generations. At the forefront is Japan, which has one of the lowest fertility rates on Earth; If current trends hold, Japan's population will drop by more than half over the next century. The drop in both sex and births is often blamed on long working hours, too much time spent online, and the Japanese fetish for digital companionship, like the popularity of robots and holographic "partners.". The U.S. could be next
Johns Hopkins "zero risk"
a small sample of tuberculosis was inadvertently released in an internal bridge at Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore
Certification
allows NH to admit patents who are on public assistance -need certification from CMS to serve those on medicare/medicaid 1. skilled nursing facility certification (SNF) 2.Nursing facility certification (NF) 3. ICF/MR
Hashimoto's disease/thyroiditis
an autoimmune disease in which the body's own antibodies attack and destroy the cells of the thyroid gland
LTC
associated with chronic conditions btw 2000 and 2020: increase in americans with chronic conditions But... institutionalization of elderly has been falling (decreasing) -probs will reverse itself in 10 years -in future: increased demand for nursing home care
Utah lung disease cases from vaping quadruple after one week
august 2018 The number of lung disease cases related to people using e-cigarettes in Utah has quadrupled in the past week, the state's health department confirmed. The news comes on the heels of nearly 200 cases of severe lung illnesses among e-cigarette users nationwide.
What generation of Americans is moving into their 60's
baby boomers
Where was the first HIV positive organ transplant operation preformed?
baltimore
What are results of unsafe water?
birth defects, cancer and infertility
What is the reason for 457 breast cancer cases?
breast implants
Five most common types of cancer?
breast, lung and bronchus, prostate, colon, and melanoma
California fires
brought on a cluster of mystery rashes
To use stem cell transplant to treat HIV, what other condition must the patient have?
cancer
Eating fiber decreases your risk of what?
cancer and heart disease
Americans are more likely to die of opioids than what?
car crashes
Increased egg consumption increased rates of what impairments?
cardiovascular disease and death
restorative care
caregiving in which patients are viewed as participants capable of reaching their max potential in physical/mental functioning
Meat allergy transmitted by ticks
cases of rare illness have increased by 40% in the past 2 years
What animal can not be used in deadly research tests to study toxoplasmosis?
cats
What wyoming animal tested positive for bubonic plague?
cats
CDC warns about diseases from Kellogg's Honey Smacks
cereal linked to salmonella outbreak
The HPV vaccine can cure what type of cancer by 2100?
cervical cancer
What is the most common reason for why people use medical marijuana?
chronic pain
What is fibromyalgia?
chronic, widespread musculoskeletal pain
What chinese clinical trial is used to surgically treat drug addiction?
deep brain stimulation
What will new breast cancer notifications notify the patient of?
density of breasts
How did one woman give birth 2 times within a month?
double uteruses
Children around smokers have a higher chance of what?
ear infections
What is helping paralyzed patients walk again?
electrical implant
what makes trampolines so dangerous?
energy transfer
How do new eye tests diagnose Alzheimers?
eye images with Alzheimers have decreased blood vessel density in the retina
sleep walking or night terrors when?
first half of the night (sleep)
silent killer that targets blacks, whites differently
high blood pressure is more likely in blacks than whites
Why was infant ibuprofen recalled?
high concentrations
ide
hydro+ic+acid
Hypothermia sets in when your body reaches what temperature?
95 degrees
How many melanoma cases are expected in 2019?
96000
Juul CEO: Breathing illness cases are "worrisome"
"Don't vape. Don't use Juul," Burns CEO OWNER said in the interview, which aired Thursday. "Don't start using nicotine if you don't have a preexisting relationship with nicotine. Don't use the product. You're not our target consumer."Vape pens were designed to help people quit smoking or get their nicotine fix without the harmful effects of cigarettes. But an increasing number of people who vape have wound up in the hospital with lung issues, seizures and other health concerns.
Health Behaviors
"How people act to maintain their health" Food intake, exercise, hygiene, preventive exam
Alex Trebek shares PSA to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer (CBS News Healthwatch)
"Jeopardy!" host, Alex Trebek was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer has the lowest survival rate because a lack of knowledge means people are often diagnosed too late. Trebeck is now working with the World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition to help raise global awareness of the risks and symptoms of his cancer.
Hearing aids: You ain't heard nothing yet
"The concern is people trying to self-diagnose, people trying to self-program," McCormick replied. "The products will have to be standardized. And the problem with that is, everybody's hearing is different." Bottom line: the world of hearing aids is about to improve dramatically, both at the expensive end, and - thanks to that new law - over-the-counter. In the meantime, if you're among the 80 percent who could use hearing aids but haven't looked into it, well, we'll give the last word to David's dad, Dick. When asked if he could imagine his life without hearing aids, he said, "Well, I wouldn't be able to work. I mean, I couldn't go to meetings, I couldn't hear people. It would just cause me to isolate myself and be at home and very seldom go out. It would be a dramatically different life. "I would not like it!" he laughed.
Culture
"a set of rules or standards shared by members of a society, which when acted upon by the members, produce behavior that falls within a range of variation the members consider proper and acceptable."
Cultural Relativism
"be cultures are unique, they can be evaluated only according to their own standards and values" (Ethnorelativism)
ate
-ic acid
Patients' quality of life must be maximized (7)
quality of life: total living experience that results in overall satisfaction with one's life recognizes: lifestyle pursuits (activities offered), living environment (safe, clean), clinical palliation (relieve unpleasant symptoms), human factors (compassion/dignity), personal choices (meal choices)
How many women smoke pot during pregnancy?
1 in 20
About how many US adults have prediabetes?
1 in 3
How many americans are sleep deficit?
1 in 3
About how many fish are mislabeled?
1 in 5
Medical spending accounts for how many dollars?
1 in 5
Poor diet is responsible for how many deaths worldwide?
1 in 5
One in how many children are diagnosed with autism?
1 in 59
How many people will suffer with depression in their life by self poisening?
1 of 6
"Fix it!": N.J. residents concerned over lead in water supply
High school history teacher Yvette Jordan and her husband Frank are among thousands of Newark residents urged to use bottled water until further notice. Recent tests by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) showed the 38,000 water filters handed out by the city might not be effective in removing lead from Newark's water supply.
How much is too much? 5 things you need to know about binge drinking (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
1. Binge drinking can affect anyone, can affect any age group or gender, but is common among older adults 2. Increases in binge drinking among women cause them to be more susceptible to risks linked to excessive alcohol use 3. The effects of binge drinking are serious, can cause risk of short and long term health problems and leads to risky decision making 4. Binge drinking and alcohol use disorder are different. Binge drinking could develop into an alcohol use disorder 5. Binge drinking and its effects are preventable. It's recommended to consume alcohol with self-control.
Least Developed Nations: Key Factors in Health
1. Economic stagnation/instability: Poverty, slow economic growth Cost of Health- Education, earnings, transportation 2. Scarcity: of basic needs Food, water, shelter, safety 3. Limited Education, widespread illiteracy Funding, cultural beliefs (gender poverty), no public education 4. Limited Infrastructure Institutions and transportation 5. Limited Income opportunities Outdated manufacturing, geographic isolation, limited technology 6. Population growth Drain natural and economic resouces 7. Environmental destruction 8. Political Stability
How many patient records were exposed last year?
11 million
Which of the following is true of bulimia nervosa in adolescent females?
It is more prevalent than anorexia nervosa
Growth spurt Tanner stage girls
2 "you're getting 2 big!"
What race has a decreased risk for prediabetes?
white people
How many babies are born each year underweight?
20.5 million
Under how many people need to be affected for a disease to be considered rare?
200000
In what year will the federal government begin penalizing Americans not enrolled in a health care plan
2015
When is PCOS diagnosed?
20s or 30s
Pap tests begin at age
21
Kids who say influencers eating unhealthy snacks, ate what percent more total calories?
26%
A women woke up from a vegetative state after how many years?
27
What ages is the HPV 9-valent vaccine good for?
27 to 45
July 30th
2nd case of Ebola confirmed in Congo city of Goma Disney star Cameron Boyce died of epilepsy, coroner says
Small developed breasts and pubic hair Tanner
3
What is the average life expectancy now in the US
78
Teen drivers are --- times more likely to get in a crash right after getting there license then students with a permit.
8
Crying on the job? 8 in 10 workers say they've sobbed at work
8 in 10 workers admit to crying at work, with almost half of those saying bosses or colleagues had driven them to tears. About 14% of workers say they cry at least once a week, and sometimes every day. Crying at work can be a sign that something is wrong, such as workplace bullying, and should spur workers to make changes like looking for a new job, career experts say.
What percent of HIV cases are transmitted by unknown sources?
80%
What percent of babies who die are underweight?
80%
Hazardous meat and poultry is up what percent since 2013?
83%
How many moms die every day during child birth?
830
How much sleep do adolescents need?
9 to 10 hours
Males start puberty at
9-13
How effective is the Shringrix for shingles?
90%
what percent of people need to be vaccinated for herd immunity?
90%
October 21st
4 dead from Legionnaires' outbreak linked to hot tubs- officials say those who were diagnosed with the disease may have walked by the hot tub at the NC Mountain State Fair Zion Williamson out 6-8 weeks after meniscus surgery
what is the minimum amount of pair maternity leave in finland?
4 months
How many yearly deaths are linked to air pollution?
4.2 million
How much did americans spend on dietary supplements last year?
40 billion
How many women experience post-partum depression?
400000
How many states have water contamination?
43
Heavy metals are found in how many fruit juices?
45
About how many children have an ear infection by their third birthday?
5 of 6
What percent of body weight loss can reverse pre diabetes?
5 to 7
What percent of middle schoolers have tried e cigarettes?
5%
How many children get ear infections before their 3rd birthday?
5/6
How many people have allergies over their life?
50 million
What percent of americans report feeling lonely?
50%
What percent of children with measles will die?
50%
What percent of michigan marijuana users drive high?
50%
How many Americans receive Medicaid coverage
50-55 million
How many people have died due to the worldly cholera outbreak?
500
How many racoons have been found to have rabies in NYC?
6
How many states sued over new lunch regulation?
6
obesity screening at age
6
Warning of measles exposure at Disneyland parks
A teenage girl visiting from New Zealand was infectious with the measles virus when she visited Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park and surrounding areas this month, CBS Los Angeles reports. According to the Orange County Health Care Agency, the teen was in the area from August 11 through August 15. Orange County residents may have been exposed to measles at Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure on August 12 as well as at the Desert Palms Hotel from August 11 to 15. The health care agency has been working with Disneyland and the nearby hotel to reach people believed to have had contact with the teen.
Ethnocentricism
A view that solely sees another culture through the prism of their own society and judges much of what they seem to be lacking.
Mental health resources: How to get help
About 47.6 million adults in the US had mental illnesses last year. Mental health resources include: calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or the National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline; veterans can call the Department of Veterans Affairs, to reach responders. Veterans can call the Department of Veterans Affairs, to reach responders. Also, search for a nearby National Suicide Prevention Lifeline crisis center, a psychiatrist, or substance abuse or mental health facilities via the web.
Teens with skin conditions inspire masterpieces on fashion runway
Alex Schoener, 14, Emily Haygood, 13, and Mia Johnson, 16, are at their final fitting in Houston, preparing for a fashion show in New York City. The dresses they will be modeling in symbolized their conditions. Schoener alopecia areata, Haygood has severe eczema, and Johnson has scleroderma on her face. The girls met through Dr. Alanna Bree's A Children's House for the Soul in Houston. Bree, a dermatologist by trade, left her high-paying job and later opened the nonprofit four years ago. Bree's goal wasn't just to treat what's visible but to treat the emotional wounds that are not visible.
July 7th
All of Mississippi's beaches are closed because of toxic algae bloom
July 9th
American dies during plastic surgery in the Dominican Republic
A year after suicide, Avicii's father opens up about "brave" son
Avicii's father, Klas Bergling speaks about his son before his suicide. He talks about how his son was open about his anxiety and how he attempted to help his son, at an early age. Klas explains the shock of Avicii's suicide because he seemingly was doing fine. Tim's parents released the third Avicii album; the revenue is going to the Tim Bergling Foundation, who's goal is to get rid of stigma when talking about mental illness and suicide.
September 23rd
Back surgery saved him from paralysis. Then the bills arrived: over $650,000- Frank Esposito, a tool and die maker in Long Island, New York, drained $49,000 from his retirement account and still owes over $220,000 Jaden Smith's parents hold intervention over his eating habits- Will Smith said Jaden had dark circles under his eyes and looked gray
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Caused by Rickettsia rickettsii Sx: rash on palms and soles (migrating to wrists, ankles, then trunk), HA, fever. Endemic to East Coast (in spite of its name). confirmed Wisconsins first documented death
What company is selling plant-based burgers?
Beyond meat
July 31st
Binge drinking among older Americnas is on the rise Former NFLer Merril Hoge sues Roundup's Monsanto for his cancer
Highs and lows: Understanding bipolar disorder (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Bipolar disorder can ruin relationships and many with the disorder may think about hurting themselves or have suicidal thoughts. The moods of the disorder are known as manic and depressive episodes. Medication and talk therapy can help people manage.
The Declaration of Helsinki
Developed by World Medical Association. An ethics guide to physicians and non-physicians conducting biomedical research with human subjects. -Scientific validity, consent, fairness, oversight and accountability, placebos
August 1
• Air Force orders day off training to tackle rising suicide rate- Chief Master Sgt. Kaleth Wright says that if they do not do something, they could lose 150-160 airmen
Dole recalls baby spinach after test finds salmonella
Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling baby spinach sold in 10 states after a random sample tested positive for salmonella. Consumers with the spinach being recalled were urged not to consume the product, but to discard it, according to a company notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The spinach being recalled has a use-by-date of Aug. 5 and was distributed in 10 states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia and Wisconsin.
Secondary Care
Emergency obstetrics care, Diagnosis and treatment of sick children and adult illness, Basic surgical services, Some emergency care
October 22
• Always drops female symbol from packaging to be more inclusive
Wisdom teeth removal contributes to opioid crisis, experts warn
Every year, about 5 million Americans, most of whom are adolescents and young adults, have their wisdom teeth removed. Many of them are prescribed opioids for the pain during recovery. The American Dental Association said that after updating its guidelines advising against prescribing opioids, dentists wrote almost half a million fewer prescriptions in 2017 compared to five years earlier. But that still amounted to a staggering 18.1 million prescriptions — and some families are living with the devastating consequences.
Hospital freezer failure destroys cancer patients' stem cells
Freezer at Children's Hospital Los Angeles failed, leading to more than four dozen cancer patients losing their stored stem cells. The hospital says the blood stem cells were collected from patients and held for future use if needed. The hospital said the cause of the malfunction was a failure of freezer temperature sensors.
What is the name of the HPV vaccine?
Gardasil 9
At 4 mo baby
Holds head at 90 degrees Laughs
Patients' physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs must be met (6)
Holistic model for HC services -physical -mental -social -spiritual
Shortage of surgical tools as sterilization plants close (CBS News Healthwatch)
Hospitals could soon face shortages of critical surgical tools because several plants that sterilize the equipment have been shut down, the result could be years of shortages of supplies. This occurred after the recent closure of several sterilization facilities that use ethylene oxide. The gas is critical for cleaning medical equipment, but it can be hazardous
Altria and Philip Morris are consindering a merger
Investors have voted with their feet regarding Philip Morris - Altria merger talks, sending shares of both companies lower. That may not be the most rationale reaction, though.
Health
Is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
J&J agrees to $117M settlement over pelvic mesh devices
Johnson & Johnson has agreed to a $117 million multistate settlement over allegations it deceptively marketed its pelvic mesh products, which support women's sagging pelvic organs. These actions violated state consumer protection laws by not fully disclosing the devices' risks. Numerous women have come forward claiming the hammock-like devices caused severe pain, bleeding, and infections. The settlement comes as J&J is currently dealing with many other lawsuits claiming patients were harmed by products
October 1st
Judge temporarily blocks Georgia's six week abortion ban Johnson & Johnson settles landmark opioid crisis for $20.4 million
Soldier with cancer fights to change law shielding military from malpractice suits
Nearly a decade after his last overseas deployment, Army Sgt. Richard Stayskal is fighting new battles: a cancer diagnosis and a legal roadblock known as the Feres Doctrine. Currently, active duty service members cannot sue for medical malpractice or negligence because of the 1950 Supreme Court decision in Feres v. United States. But the House recently passed a new provision in the annual National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA, that could overturn part of that ruling. "[Military servicemen] don't have a legal right or have any legal recourse when it comes to malpractice," said attorney Natalie Khawam, who represents dozens of service members blocked from suing the military for malpractice or negligence. Khawam said that the law was designed to protect medics who were working in combat. But the ruling's broad application has given Stayskal almost no recourse after he said doctors at Fort Bragg's Womack Army Medical Center ignored a tumor growing in his lung.
Zion Williamson out 6-8 weeks after meniscus surgery
New Orleans Pelicans rookie and hyped prospect Zion Williamson, who was selected No. 1 overall in this year's NBA draft, will miss 6-8 weeks after undergoing arthroscopic surgery to address a torn right lateral meniscus.
Flex work deal means 4th of July all summer long
New seasonal staffing program in St. Louis, Missouri would allow some nurses to take all summer off
Parents of teens who died by suicide speak out (CBS News Healthwatch)
Parents whose teenagers died by suicide spoke with CBS News. Ian Russell believes social media is partly responsible for the death of his teenage daughter. Despite suspecting her teenage son had suicidal thoughts, Camika Shelby's, dismissed them because she thought he was doing better after he saw a therapist. Russell explains signs are hard to detect. Some signs could be isolation, anxiety, substance use, mood swings, and erratic sleep patterns.
Illness
Psychological aspect. Represents a personal, interpersonal and cultural reaction to disease and discomfort. Example: Emotional stress, Supernatural
What does the sackler family own?
Purdue pharma
What county banned measles patients with measles?
Rockland County
At 6 mo baby
Rolls over Sits w support if like Lua😃 Transfers hand to hand
What weed killer caused a 2 billion dollar lawsuit?
Round Up
October 30th
Salmonella linked to dog treats that sickened 154 apparently over
September 2nd
Salmonella tied to backyard poultry flocks surpasses 1,000 cases- raising chickens at home is the top cause of infection blamed for 1,003 illnesses in 49 states, including 2 deaths
Male starts w what in Tanner 1
Scrotal enlargement
FDA wants to put graphic warnings on cigarette packs
The Food and Drug Administration is proposing that cigarette labels include graphic images to warn smokers of the health risks, including illustrations of amputated toes and diseased lungs. The plan would mark the first change to cigarette warnings in 35 years, or since the U.S. Surgeon General's warning was mandated in 1984. More than 35 million Americans smoke cigarettes, which is linked to 480,000 death a year.
7 popular drugs may not warrant their price hikes, study says
The prices of seven widely used drugs, including arthritis drug Humira and erectile dysfunction medication Cialis, jumped over the past two years for no reason. The price hikes for the drugs increased total U.S. drug spending by more than $5.1 billion from 2017 to 2018. *Humira (15.9%): $1.86 billion *Rituxan (23.6%): $806 million *Lyrica (22.2%): $688 million *Truvada (23.1%): $550 million *Neulasta (13.4%): $489 million *Cialis (32.5%): $403 million *Tecfidera (9.8%): $313 million
Waterborne bacterial infection kills infants at Pennsylvania NICU
Three babies died after contracting a waterborne bacterial infection at a hospital; five others were infected in the neonatal intensive care unit at; four have recovered while one is still being treated. The cases of pseudomonas infection were contained in the NICU and weren't reported in other parts of the hospital. The bacteria are common and often harmless but can cause disease in fragile patients, the deaths may have been a result of the infection complicating an already vulnerable state. The infections likely occurred because of a pathogen brought in from outside the children's hospital
October 8th
Walgreens and Kroger extinguish e-cig sales Alex Trebek's cancer may mean ending his time as "Jeopardy!" host
At 18 mo toddler
Walks backward Cup to drink Stacks 2 blocks Understands simple commands
What type of ad did CBS say they would not show at the super bowl?
cannabis ads
What can help stop food allergies from forming?
early exposure
What drug reverses opioid overdose?
naloxone
October 29
• Xanax recalled for possible "foreign substance" - Drugmaker Mylan cities risk of infection from unnamed "foreign material" in the popular prescription anti-anxiety drug • Michigan apples recalled in 8 states due to listeria concerns- McIntosh, Honeycrisp, Jonathan, and Fuji are among the varieties recalled after test reveals possible contamination • Alabama's near total abortion ban blocked by federal judge- Judge's ruling halts the restricitions from going into effect while a legal challenge continues
Goal: Promote maximum possible independence
-possible to restore function with equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, jazzy scooters, portable oxygen) -caregivers: motivate/help patient to do as much as they can by themselves
Milwaukee urges residents to stop vaping immediately
. Milwaukee's alert comes as federal officials say there are some 200 potential cases of lung disease linked to e-cigarettes reported by 22 states. There are 16 confirmed cases in cases in Wisconsin, with 15 other cases under investigation, state health officials said. "We continue to learn more about the health effects associated with e-cigarettes," Milwaukee Health Commissioner Jeanette Kowalik said in a statement. "As the public health authority for the city, the MHD is committed to protecting the public from the dangers of secondhand exposure."
Purdue University: We're not Purdue Pharma, OK?
. They're both named Purdue, but that's where the similarities end. Purdue Pharma is the multi-billion-dollar drug company alleged to have hooked millions of Americans on opioids. Purdue University is the Big Ten university in Indiana known for its engineering school and basketball chops. . Here's how the Purdue University statement reminds people it is in no way tied to Purdue Pharma: "Purdue University is not and has never been affiliated in any way with Purdue Pharma. The pharmaceutical company was founded in Manhattan in 1892 by John Purdue Gray and George Frederick Bingham as the Purdue Frederick Company. Purdue University was founded in 1869 as Indiana's land-grant institution, named for benefactor John Purdue," the statement reads.
Mindfulness techniques teaching students to calm down
. To tackle these tensions, their school, and nearly 400 others across England, are trying something new: short, daily doses of relaxation and stress relief Researchers in the U.K. have launched a three-year study to test whether relaxation exercises can reduce stress and improve mental health of children in England, where anxiety among kids is rising.
Walmart says it will stop selling e-cigs
. Walmart in September 2018 announced it will stop selling e-cigarettes in all of its stores, with the nation's largest retailer citing the growing public concerns about vaping. Eight deaths have been linked with vaping-related illnesses, and another 530 people have been sickened, drawing scrutiny from government regulators.
With Medicare's open enrollment, should you change plans?
. for Medicare beneficiaries is choosing between original Medicare and Medicare Advantage. Under original Medicare, hospitalization and doctor visits are covered by Part A and Part B, respectively. Recipients pay a monthly Part B premium ($135.50 in 2019 for most people) and 20% co-pays for covered services after a deductible limit is met. With original Medicare, recipients can go to any provider who accepts Medicare. There are no network restrictions. Most people who sign up for original Medicare also purchase a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan and many also buy Medicare Supplement Insurance (also known as Medigap) to help defray out-of-pocket costs.
How many Americans die from opioid overdose every day?
115
How many states allow refusal of vaccinations for philosophical reasons?
17
E.Coli breakout from tainted ground beef
177 people in 10 different states have been sickened due to an outbreak of tainted ground beef. Of those infected 21 has been hospitalized, with those infected ranging from 1-84 years old.
What percent of the nation's economy is spent on health care?
18%
What percent of people THINK they have allergies?
19%
The birth rate in 2018 was the lowest since what year?
1986
The flue season has been the longest since what year?
1997
How many states mandate consent be taught in the classroom?
24
What percent of adults get shingles?
25%
How many people have peanut allergies?
26 million
each older American consumes ___ times as much in healthcare services as a young adult
4
How many US children have ADHD?
6 million
3 arrested for violent threats against Planned Parenthood this month
A Tennessee man was arrested yesterday for allegedly threatening a mass shooting at a Planned Parenthood in Washington, D.C. The suspect is the third person to be charged for threatening violence against the abortion provider this month alone. Authorities say that on August 13, Jacob Cooper, 20, used the website iFunny to post a message that said, "Make sure you tell them about how I plan to shoot up a planned parenthood facility in Washington D.C., on August 19th at 3pm.
Woman says she almost lost hand to flesh-eating bacteria
A Tennessee woman says she went to a nail salon to get a manicure but left with a flesh-eating bacteria. She claims the infection almost caused her to lose her hand. In some hours her thumb began "throbbing" and she began to feel flu-like symptoms; swelling went up to Sharp's elbow and was taken to the emergency room. She was informed the ailment was necrotizing fasciitis, a deadly bacterial infection that kills the body's soft tissue. Sharp had multiple surgeries and recovery took months. Sharp is trying to pursue legal action against the salon.
Family impacted by opioid crisis wants reckoning
A West Virginia family, the Harvey's, are devastated by the opioid epidemic. Wanita Harvey has spent her retirement years raising young children; a decade ago, Harvey and her husband adopted their grandchildren because of their birth mother's addiction, which Harvey said started when a doctor prescribed her opioids after a car accident. The Harveys are now part of a class-action lawsuit against opioid distributors, manufacturers, and retail pharmacies, accusing them of aggressively marketing, distributing and over-prescribing the drugs.
New airline program helps children with autism
A challenging thing for children with autism is crowded spaces and loud noises, making airports and air travel tough. A special Delta Air Lines program allows kids with autism to experience check in, security, boarding and what it's like to be on a plane; will even receive a tour from Captain Erich Ries. Delta offers these programs at its Atlanta and Minneapolis hubs. Airlines including Alaska, American and JetBlue have similar programs around the country.
Juul accused of selling 1 million tainted vaping pods (CBS News Healthwatch)
A former executive for the e-cigarette maker files a lawsuit, alleging that at least one million contaminated pods were put on the market earlier this year. Former CEO of the company, Kevin Burns denies such claims.
Judge blocks Missouri's eight-week abortion ban
A new Missouri ban on abortions at or after eight weeks of pregnancy won't take effect Wednesday after a federal judge temporarily blocked it from being implemented.U.S. District Judge Howard Sachs put a pause on the law as a legal challenge against it plays out in court, which could take months. He added that Planned Parenthood and the American Civil Liberties Union of Missouri likely will succeed in their lawsuit alleging that the law is unconstitutional. Similar laws have been struck down in North Dakota and Iowa. Missouri already has some of the nation's most restrictive abortion regulations. A clinic in St. Louis is the only one in the state that performs abortions.
New maps feature makes drug disposal easier and safer (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
A new pilot Google Maps feature makes it quick and easy for people to find approved drug disposal sites. The feature was made during a competition, where developers were to find ways that technology could help fight the opioid crisis. Lack of proper disposal heavily contributes to the opioid crisis.
Irregular sleep schedules can lead to bigger health issues (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
A new study finds that irregular sleeping patterns, including catch-up sleep, can negatively affect the body's metabolism, putting us at a higher risk for chronic diseases like diabetes, also causing weight gain and reduced insulin sensitivity
Salmonella linked to dog treats that sickened 154 apparently over (CBS News Healthwatch)
A salmonella outbreak from June 2015, that was tied to pig-ear dog treats, that sickened 154 people appears to be over; contact with pig-ear pet treats from many different suppliers was likely the cause. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration dropped warnings against purchasing the treats, other than those previously recalled.
Crisis team responds to mental health emergencies in Oregon (CBS News Healthwatch)
An alternative to police, A mobile mental health crisis intervention team called CAHOOTS answer calls like suicide interventions and overdoses. CAHOOTS team members are trained to de-escalate when responding to a mental health crisis. A recent study found that up to 50% of fatal officer-involved shootings involved someone with a severe mental illness.
Thousands of veterans fear "burn pits" have exposed them to lethal disease
Chapman said her patients decline rapidly in just a week: "They go from healthy adolescents to really in a life-threatening situation." Chance Ammirata said his experience frightened him, but the response was inspiring. "If I'm able to have such an effect on the world, I think I would go through it again just so I could help as many people as possible," he said. While Juul declined to comment on Ammirata's case, the company said it is monitoring the reports on the other widespread lung injuries.
At 4 year child
Dresses self Plays tag First and last name Up and down stairs both feet Draws circle
Primary Care
Family planning, maternal health care, well baby care, Diagnosis and treatment of simple childhood ailments, Diagnosis and treatment of simple adult ailments and injuries, Diagnoses and treatment of malaria and TB. Primary care physicians.
Dozens charged in Medicare scam targeting seniors
Federal officials on Friday announced charges against 35 people linked to a massive Medicare scam. Was done by enticing seniors to submit a DNA sample for a "free" genetic cancer risk test and they would never receive their results and their Medicare accounts were billed anyway. The scammers charged are accused of submitting more than $2.1 billion in false Medicare claims
September 17th
General Mills recalls Gold Medal flour after E. coli found- warning comes two months after health officials said E. coli outbreak linked to other flour brands was apparently over
September 12th
Genetic testing scam preys on seniors' cancer fears- One couple was promised their DNA test results in 4-6 weeks. Nearly a year later, they've received nothing but massive charges to their Medicare account. White couple gives birth to Asian daughter after alleged sperm mix up- The clinic is being ordered to turn over a list of sperm donors Mosquitos carry rare,deadly virus found in Connecticut- virus can potentially cause fatal brain infections and has no treatment
teen sent to burn unit after this plant touches his face
Giant hogweed in Virgina
What viruses were responsible for this years flu?
H1N1 and H3N2
What is the NIH program to combat opioid addiction?
HEAL
vaccines 11-12 years
HPV Tdap Meningococcal (MCV4) Flu
Car seat preschool
Has harness belt
Xanax recalled for possible "foreign substance" (CBS News Healthwatch)
Mylan Pharmaceuticals is recalling a batch of Xanax from pharmacy shelves nationwide because of the potential presence of a foreign substance in the drug. The drug manufacturer cited a small chance of infection
Juul CEO to non-smokers: "Don't vape. Don't use Juul."
The CEO of Juul Labs is defending his company's reputation amid growing concerns and mounting lawsuits tied to vaping. But he has a direct message for non-smokers thinking of using Juul.on't vape. Don't use Juul," Juul CEO Kevin Burns said in an exclusive interview with Tony Dokoupil for "CBS This Morning." "Don't start using nicotine if you don't have a preexisting relationship with nicotine. Don't use the product. You're not our target consumer." Juul markets itself as an alternative to traditional cigarettes. But when Dokoupil asked if it was fair to say that Juul is safer than cigarettes, Burns wouldn't say. "I'm not gonna comment about where I am in terms of that," Burns said. "Cigarettes are here. The patch is here. Juul is in the middle?" Dokoupil asked. "Let's just say cigarettes are known to be the number-one source of preventable death in the world and are at the far end extreme of that-- the continuum of risk," Burns said.
Over 1,000 sickened with vaping-related illnesses, CDC says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday that 1,080 confirmed and probable cases of illnesses related to vaping have been reported in 48 states; 19 reported deaths. Doctors say the illnesses resemble an inhalation injury. Symptoms include severe shortness of breath, fatigue and chest pain. Lungs were burned with chemicals as toxic as an industrial accident. Officials have not identified a particular electronic cigarette, vaping device, liquid or ingredient behind the outbreak. Most who got sick said they vaped products containing THC.
Pfizer hikes costs of Viagra and 100 other drugs
Weeks after Trump said there would be massive drops in prices of meds
Ticks that carry lyme disease are spreading
found where they've never been before in 24 states
A salmonella outbreak was caused by what pet?
hedgehogs
list 4 ways the US leads the world in quality of care
high positive cancer treatment outcomes patients with insurance wait less time to see doctors hospitals lead the way in patient safety new drug and medical technique discovery
Coloboma of Iris
hole in iris retina optic disc
HCl
hydrochloric acid
What company provides blood tests to test for AMH?
kindbody
What diet is provided for PCOS?
low carb
What are the 2 major government-run health programs
medicare medicaid
Sources of funding for community based LTC
medicare/medicaid title III OAA title xx social services block grants state/local gov funds private savings private donations
Vaping increase the risk of what?
mood disorders
doctor burnout behind medical errors
more than half of american doctors are burnt out which makes those doctors twice as likely to make mistakes
respite care
most frequently suggested intervention to address family caregivers' feelings of stress and burden. any kind of service, as long as it is giving caregiver a break
Nursing homes
number of homes/beds gradually increasing dominated by private, for profit nursing homes
What act restricts chemicals in beauty products?
personal care product safety act
What are the suspected benefits of weighted blankets?
reduce stress, anxiety and insomnia
high blood pressure may threaten the aging brain
research suggests that high BP later in life may contribute to blood vessel blockages and tangles linked to Alzheimer's disease
Entire line of dogs in Americas disappeared
researchers analyzed DNA to discover how they were wiped out after living there for thousands of years
summer health hazards
rising temps, increasing sun exposure
the development of new __________________ has contributed significantly to increased health care bills
technologies
Public Health
the science/art of: Preventing disease, prolonging life, promoting physical health and mental health and efficiency towards a sanitary environment. Population, public service,broad spectrum, may target the environment, human behavior, lifestyle Example: The development of a campaign to promote child immunization in a particular country
October 21
• 4 dead from Legionnaires' outbreak linked to hot tubs- officials say those who were diagnosed with the disease may have walked by the hot tub at the NC Mountain State Fair • Zion Williamson out 6-8 weeks after meniscus surgery
October 5
• Bernie Sanders discharged from hospital after suffering from heart attack
November 1
• Colorado doctor accused of using own sperm to inseminate women- the now-80-year-old doctor is still licensed to practice in Colorado • Nestle Toll House cookie dough recalled for possible rubber pieces
August 30
• Ebola kills girl in Uganda as outbreak death toll nears 3,000- death of Congolese girl flagged as likely Ebola case at border checkpoint highlights risk of outbreak's spread as deaths near 3,000
August 2
• Entenmann's cookies recalled in 36 states due to choking hazard- pieces of plastic in packaging • Americans are bypassing the ER and hospitals in favor of treatment at less costly ambulatory clinics
August 24
• Illinois patient may be first vaping-related fatality in nation- at least 22 people have developed some type of respiratory illness after vaping or using e-cigarettes
October 15
• Taco Bell recalls 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef
Organizational Behavior
"Big Picture" including: Individuals, leadership, governance, teams, culture of the organization, infrastructure, policies
Juul halts sales of fruit and dessert flavors for e-cigarette
*Juul Labs will stop selling fruit and dessert flavors *Due to "lack of trust" in the vaping industry(due to teen smoking) *Juul will continue to sell its most popular flavors, mint & methanol, just for now Underaged vaping has reached epidemic levels *Although they stopped selling those "flavors" this doesn't mean it's a permanent move
Louisiana could become first state without abortion access next year
*Louisiana can be the first state not to have legal abortion access since it was legalized in 1973 *Roe v. Wade would stay intact *Dr.John Doe 5 stopped providing abortions a year ago while Dr.John Doe 3 claims he would retire if the law passes *A planned parenthood in New Orleans is in court fighting for a license to become an abortion provider (Although they filed for this about 3 years ago) *They're just trying to provide safe and legal abortions for the women
For men with breast cancer, early detection is critical
*Men have a lower survival rate than women after they get diagnosed with breast cancer *Breast Cancer in men accounts for 1% of all Brest cancer cases *This year 2,670 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer(500 of them will die) *Men often get diagnosed with more advanced breast cancer in part of lack of education *Risk Factors: Genetic factors like BRCA mutations, First degree relative (parent or siblings) who have breast cancer have a double risk of having Breast Cancer
More youth dying by suicide and homicide, CDC reports
*both homicide and suicide are the leading cause of death, both are increasing over the years *suicide rate for young people age 10-24 rose 56% between 2007 & 2017 *homicide rate for young people age 10-24 rose 18% between 2014 & 2017 after nearly a decade in decline *accidental deaths are the #1 cause of death for this age group but suicide and homicide come behind *This is a very serious public health crisis *society plays major role in this
Some assumptions about long term care
-That it is confined to the elderly (they are predominant users, but others use it too) -Services designed to meet needs of elderly (not all elderly need LTC) -Most elderly actually do not LTC (73% assessed their own health status as "good")
People greater than 65...
-consume 1/3 of national heath care spending -occupy 1/2 of physician's time -represent only 13% of US population -utilize health services more
Tips for lowering blood pressure, which may cut dementia risk
. "High blood pressure is asymptomatic for a lot of people," Narula said. "You feel well and so you think, 'I don't really have high blood pressure' or 'Maybe I had it one time, but now I'm fine. I don't need to take my medications.' But what it's doing is it's damaging, that increased pressure is damaging all the blood vessels that supply blood throughout your body." And that damage can lead to a myriad of problems. "It's associated with an increased risk of chronic kidney disease. Stroke, heart attack, heart failure, vision loss, sexual dysfunction," Narula said. "Anywhere there's an artery in your body that's seeing high pressure, there's a potential to damage those cells."
Breaking bad habits of sugary sodas and junk food
. "Introduce them to healthy foods on a regular basis Have them take part in helping make those foods. Bring them to the grocery store with you. Be good role models. Always have something on the plate they may like. You may have to re-introduce a new food 15, 20, 30 times and be patient before you kid tries it. . also suggested making food shopping and preparation a fun event. "Make it a family thing: Pick anything you want, any produce, any vegetable, any fruit, when we get home let's see what we can do with it. Let's try having it in different ways."
College athlete could lose lung after vaping, dad says
. A father from Florida says his 20-year-old son is one of many young patients diagnosed with a serious illness linked to vaping. As of August 22, the CDC said it was investigating at least 193 potential cases of severe lung illness in 22 states associated with e-cigarette products. The doctors at AdventHealth admitted McKnight to the ICU. "They were totally taken by surprise," He was eventually discharged after about five months, but McKnight's dad said as of Thursday, he is back in the hospital after experiencing more breathing problems. "They are looking to remove his left lung now. His left lung is completely demolished."
Doctors say diet of fries and chips made teen "fussy eater" blind
. An English boy who eats nothing but French fries, potato chips and the occasional piece of ham has been left blind due to the extreme vitamin deficiency in his diet, doctors in Britain said in a report published first treated the boy at the age of 14, when he came in complaining of chronic tiredness. She diagnosed him with anemia and a deficiency in vitamin B12, along with copper, selenium and vitamin D. Atan gave the boy B12 injections and told him he'd have to start eating a more varied diet.
Restoration Hardware recalls flammable robes, kids' furniture
. Consumers who purchased plush robes or vintage-style kids' chairs and stools from Restoration Hardware should check to see if their purchases are part of two recent safety recalls by the upscale retailer. Separately, the company is recalling about 3,380 chairs and stools containing levels of lead that exceed federal lead limits. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and is viewed as a health hazard.
Disney parks to start serving hundreds of vegan options
. Disney will denote the new plant-based options with a green leaf icon on menus. Disney World will start to see more of that plant icon this year, and Disneyland will see more plant-based options in 2020, according to Walt Disney World News Today.
Vapers - like smokers - may now pay more for life insurance
. E-cigarette users may no longer be able to purchase life insurance at cheaper rates than those who smoke regular tobacco products. As more illnesses and, in some instances, deaths are reported from vaping, insurers now appear to be charging the same high premiums for both categories.
What parents need to know about their kids vaping
. JUUL, a popular vape device that comes in fun flavors, looks like a flash drive and can be charged in a USB port, is especially concerning. JUUL delivers high levels of nicotine, making the product extremely addictive. The company that makes and markets JUUL recently exceeded a $10 billion valuation faster than any company, including Facebook. JUUL sales now make up more than half of the e-cigarette market . Although vaping companies emphatically deny that they are marketing to young people, critics note such features in their advertising as youthful images and colors, animation, actors who appear to be under 21, and suggestions that vaping makes you happier and improves your social status.
How bariatric surgery helps with more than weight loss
. Jones said the surgery had benefits for her beyond losing weight, though she weighed 285 pounds just months before. "I'm pre-diabetic and also had high blood pressure," Jones said. "I've got neuropathy and I've got artificial knees, so I needed to lose the weight badly to prolong these knees - to work for me as long as I can get them to work." Three months after her surgery, she was able stop taking medications for diabetes and blood pressure.
She needed two rounds of ultrasound exams. Why did one cost 10 times more?.
. Last fall, Miriam Harper was 12 weeks pregnant when she lost her baby. . Her first visit when the bleeding started was to a local birthing center. The visit and two ultrasounds led to a charge of $150. Later in the day, Harper's symptoms worsened and she went to the local county hospital. They sent her home, but early the next morning she collapsed and was found unconscious. Upon being taken to the hospital, she received the same two ultrasounds — that time at a cost of $1,500. "Each hospital sets its pricing according to its own methodology,". "What's interesting is that most people look less at what is being charged for a service and really are more interested in what they are going to have to pay out of pocket." But she admits there are no rules or regulations governing hospital pricing.
Juul being investigated for role in teen vaping
. Lawmakers blasted Juul for its alleged role in fueling a teen vaping "epidemic," calling the company's tactics "right out of the tobacco playbook" and eager to understand what makes Juul's e-cigarettes "so attractive to teenagers."Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., said he wants to understand what makes Juul's devices "so attractive to teens," listing possibilities like the device's small size and lack of odor making it easy to hide.
Oregon death from lung illness may be linked to vaping
. Oregon health officials say they are investigating the death of a person who had severe respiratory illness after using an e-cigarette Officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said they are looking at 215 possible cases across 25 states. All the cases involve teens or adults who have used e-cigarettes or other vaping devices. Symptoms of the disease include coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, nausea and vomiting.Jul the big E cig company said that their products where never intended for teens or children
Jaden Smith's parents hold intervention over his eating habits
. Smith said Jaden had dark circles under his eyes and looked gray, which concerned his parents. He added that his son is looking better now. The 21-year-old said he's actually a vegetarian, though he often opts for vegan meals. As for the weight loss, he admitted he sometimes ate just one or two meals a day. Vegan diets avoid all types of animal-derived products — not just meat and fish but also dairy products, eggs, and even honey. Vegetarian diets avoid animal flesh but include egg and dairy products. The CDC says a vegetarian diet is an example of a healthy eating pattern. Vegan diets, however, may result in a B12 deficiency, since this vitamin is usually only found in animal foods, the CDC says. "Fortified breakfast cereals and fortified nutritional yeasts are some of the only sources of vitamin B12 from plants and can be used as dietary sources of vitamin B12 for strict vegetarians and vegans,"
Salmonella tied to backyard poultry flocks surpasses 1,000 cases
. The CDC said Friday it had recorded another 235 illnesses in August, bringing to 1,003 the count of those sickened by salmonella related to home-raised chickens, hens, ducks and turkeys. That puts the country on track to exceed all of 2017's toll — the largest recorded by the CDC — when 1,120 people got sick and one person died from contact with backyard poultry. Those with or considering backyard poultry would be wise to check out the CDC's guidelines. They include advising against eating or drinking while near an outside flock, and always washing hands with soap and running water after touching birds. Those with young children should be especially mindful, as kids want to touch birds with hands that often then get put in their mouths.
Watchdog says blood pressure drugs may pose risk to patients
. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is taking too long to assess the safety of blood pressure drugs that may contain traces of a known carcinogen, potentially endangering patients who have long relied on the medication to treat hypertension, according to a consumer watchdog group.
Advocates sound the alarm about vaping dangers on Capitol Hill
. The governor of Massachusetts announced a four month ban on vaping after declaring a state health emergency. During a hearing on Capitol Hill, the CDC announced they expect hundreds of more cases of vaping-related injuries to be announced this week.
New laws aim to curb nicotine use among teens
. There are new efforts to curb the rise in e-cigarette use among young people. Arkansas, Texas and Vermont joined nine other states in enacting laws that raises the legal age to buy any tobacco product including e-cigarettes to 21 years of age . Some health advocates are pushing for higher taxes on e-cigarette products and want the same regulations that ban indoor smoking applied to vaping.
Is Altria's investment in Juul going up in smoke?
. tobacco giant Altria bet big on Juul Labs when it bought a major stake in the vaping company for nearly $13 billion. But that investment increasingly looks like an expensive dud amid growing concerns over the safety of e-cigarettes, which have been linked to hundreds of cases of respiratory illness and at least eight deaths, and as federal and state regulators move to crack down on vaping. . While Juul's products haven't been directly linked to the eight vaping-related deaths, the company's struggles have multiplied in recent months, and Altria shares have fallen nearly 20% so far this year. Despite such setbacks, whether Altria's investment in Juul pans out depends largely on whether the FDA determines that vaping products are safe, which will shape the regulatory battles to come. The agency has not disclosed a timetable for that ruling.
Is there a "gay gene"? Major new study says no
A new study that analyzed the DNA of nearly half a million people has found that, while genetic differences play a significant role in sexual behavior, there is no single gene responsible. The findings, which looked at behavior and not sexual identity, debunk the notion of a singular "gay gene." Even when all tested genetic variants were taken into account, they collectively accounted for no more than a quarter of the same-sex behavior reported by the study participants.
The "Short- Course" AZT Trials
A study conducted by the AIDS Clinical Trial Group demonstrated the effectiveness of the antiretroviral drug (AZT) in preventing mother-to-child transmission of HIV. In most low-income countries, the 076 regimen during the second trimester of pregnancy, was thought to be too complicated and too expensive to implement. Such countries were exactly the places where the HIV epidemic was the worst and where and effective preventive was needed. In low- and middle-income countries, the "short course" AZT regimen was implemented. 076 regimen is a standard of care and accused the sponsors of short-course AZT trials of ethical double standard. Violated restrictions on placebo used stated in the Declaration of Helsinki.
Deadly Legionnaires' outbreak at Atlanta hotel "nationwide" issue
A widespread outbreak of Legionnaires' disease has killed one person and sickened possibly dozens of others who were all guests at the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel. The hotel evacuated all its guests on July 15 and remains closed as of press time. Public health officials say a dozen guests had tested positive for Legionnaires', a bacteria that can cause a severe form of pneumonia. But according to the attorney filing a lawsuit Monday, hundreds more may have been exposed.
Tips for older drivers (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Aging weakens muscles, slows reflexes, causes hearing problems and causes eye problems, making driving hard for older adults. Older adults can be safe on the road by driving during daylight, in good weather, using well-lit routes during the night, leaving more space between them and the car ahead, planning their route ahead of time, always wearing their seatbelt, and not driving if they do not feel well
Buttigieg unveils plan to improve mental health care and fight addiction
Ahead of a campaign trip to New Hampshire, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg released a plan to expand mental health care services and fight addiction, with the goal of preventing 1 million deaths over the next nine years. The plan would strengthen enforcement of "parity" requirements between mental health care and other services and substantially reduce the number of people incarcerated due to mental illness and addiction. The policy aims to prevent 1 million "deaths of despair" by 2028, including deaths due to drugs, alcohol and suicide. The plan would also ensure that at least 75% of people who need mental health care and addiction treatment get the care they need by the end of Buttigieg's first term in office.
September 15th
Ailing veteran tells Bernie Sanders: "I'm gonna kill myself"- Navy veteran struggling to pay off his medical bills said he was contemplating suicide while speaking at a Bernie Sanders town hall New York governor announces ban on flavored e-cigarettes- Cuomo's executive action comes as Trump administration is trying to ban flavored vaping products from the market
Alanis Morissette on her third bout of postpartum depression
Alanis Morissette revealed she's dealing with postpartum depression for a third time following the recent birth of her son. She talks about her first time and talking with a professional that revealed to her, that her condition could get worse. Morissette is recovering through meditating, leaning on loved ones and turning to her passion for music. Morissette explains that she is would go through the condition again, as she feels assured because of experience with the condition before
Alex Trebek's cancer may mean ending his time as "Jeopardy!" host
Alex Trebek says in interview that his tenure as "Jeopardy!" host may be ending as he battles pancreatic cancer. Trebek revealed earlier this year that he was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Trebek regrets taking his pancreatic cancer fight public because he's become a spokesman of sorts for people fighting the disease; he says its tough providing reassurance for people. The American Cancer Society puts the survival rate over five years for all forms pancreatic cancer at 9%, according to its latest data. Even with those odds, Trebek is more than happy of how he has lived his life.
5 tips for living with alopecia areata (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Alopecia Areata causes your hair to fall out, causing serious confidence and self-image issues. This can be managed through medicines, becoming better educated about the condition, applying sunscreen, using cosmetics, and seeking help from a professional.
Close to home: NIH researcher and alopecia patient seeks a cure (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Angela Christiano, Ph.D., has alopecia areata and studies her hair loss disease. With the help of a registry for people with the condition, Dr. Christiano's group found that the condition similar to types of autoimmune diseases like thyroid diseases, celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and type 1 diabetes. Dr. Christiano and her team of researchers found a connection between alopecia areata and a group of molecules called JAKs. With this information, her team is helping most people with the disease to regrow their hair.
July 22nd
Arkansas could go down to one abortion clinic Study finds colon cancer rates rising for patients under 50 Tainted alcohol suspected of killing at least 19 in Costa Rica
Front lawn becomes a stage for housebound boy
Aside from immediate family, no one is allowed in the house to see 3-year-old Quinn Waters. More importantly, Quinn can't go out. Parents Jarlath and Tara Waters of Weymouth, Massachusetts, said Quinn's natural immunity was temporarily wiped out after he got a stem cell transplant to treat his brain cancer. basically keep him in a bubble just as a precaution," "Even a common cold could be something that will bring him back into the hospitaL "He sees all of this happening and he knows he's stuck inside, and there would be days," Tara said. "Days when Quinn is literally pounding to get out."Then the neighbors started showing up to entertain with non-contact art projects and other stupid human tricks. Next, the police caught wind — and pretty soon top-notch performers were just showing up on Quinn's front lawn.
October 3rd
Beyonce's dad diagnosed with breast cancer- Knowles revealed that he immediately told his kids, who may have inherited the BRCA gene mutation and a higher risk for developing breast cancer Ford worker's liver donation saves stranger at rival automaker
Large families may hold answers to bipolar disorder (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Bipolar disorder is often passed down through genes, thus researchers are studying large families. Amish and Mennonite families, which tend to have similar genes, allowing researchers to track differences in genes and find out which increases the risk for bipolar disorder.
What fast food restaurant has used plant based meat ?
Burger king
Doctors Without Borders urges pharma to slash TB drug price
Doctors Without Borders are demandingJohnson & Johnson to half the price of a tuberculosis drug, called bedaquline, to make it more accessible to patients. The group argues that because taxpayer, non-profit and philanthropic contributions helped fund the development of the drug, J&J should not have sole discretion over how it is priced. Price has decreased but not much. There were an estimated 558,000 new cases of drug-resistant TB in 2017.
E-cig panic ruining "biggest public health opportunity" in century, scientist says
Dr Abrams said he's worried that the panic over e-cigarette-linked illnesses will distract from the public health benefits they could offer. "I think we've forgotten that 120 years ago, the disruptive technology was the cigarette rolling machine that literally caused this epidemic of lung cancer and other diseases. And now we have an opportunity 120 years later to get rid of the cigarette with a new technology that delivers nicotine in a very satisfying way without the major harms of burning tobacco," he said. "If we lose this opportunity, I think we will have blown the single biggest public health opportunity we've ever had in 120 years to get rid of cigarettes and replace them with a much safer form of nicotine for everybody."
At 3 years toddler
Draws a vertical line Pedals tricycle TRI "down the straight line" Asks Why? Throws ball
Vaping teen spends 10 days on a ventilator after lungs fail
For 10 days, machines kept 17-year-old Tryston Zohfeld alive while doctors tried to determine why this formerly healthy, athletic teen's lungs were failing. After multiple tests yielded no clear diagnosis, doctors concluded that Tryston's vaping habit, which his parents didn't even know about, might be responsible.Tryston's doctor says the scarring in his lungs could have a lasting effect, but he's expected to live what she calls a "fairly normal life." With this latest report, the CDC is putting the nation's health care workers on alert about the spike in lung illnesses, and urging them to look out for a possible connection to e-cigarette use.
What sate proposed a bill to eventually end cigarette sales?
Hawaii
July 24th
High cancer risk plagues Louisiana town near chemical plants Breast implants tied to rare cancer recalled
CDC raises alarm about "growing STD epidemic" as cases hit record high
Infections in the US from three sexually transmitted diseases hit a record high in 2018. Combined cases of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia reached an all-time high in the US last year with more than 2.4 million cases. More than 1.75 million cases of chlamydia were reported. Cases of primary and secondary syphilis rose 14 percent since 2017, with more than 35,000 cases. A total of 583,405 gonorrhea cases was reported, a 63% increase since 2014. Some STDs are becoming resistant to antibiotics previously used to treat them. Over the years, gonorrhea has become resistant to nearly every class of antibiotics.
Cultural Skill
Is the ability to collect relevant cultural data regarding the client's presenting problem as well as accurately performing a culturally based physical assessment. Example: differences in body structure, skin color, visible physical characteristics. The HC provider should know how a client's physical, biological and physiological variations influence her ability to conduct an accurate and appropriate physical evaluation.
Cultural Desire
Is the motivation of the HC provider to WANT to, rather than HAVE to, engage in the process of becoming culturally aware, culturally knowledgeable, culturally skillful and familiar with cultural encounters.
Cultural Encounters
Is the process that encourages the HC provider to directly engage in cross-cultural interactions with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Teen blames vaping after his lung collapses
It felt like I was genuinely having a heart attack," said 18-year-old Chance Ammirata, who was describing the feeling when his medical emergency began about three weeks ago.
health benefits of breast feeding
It has hormones, antibodies, enzymes, live cells and so that is why the American Academy of Pediatrics and others recommend that infants be exclusively breastfed until six months and then to go on to continue breastfeeding up to one year with, at that point, the addition of foods
Inequity
It includes concerns about achievement of health and the capability to achieve good health, not just the distribution of healthcare. Also includes the fairness of processes. Broader context of social justice issues. It plays a role in the inequality of outcomes and the creation of health disparities. Example: Offering low coverage of key health services.
July 12th
Judge upholds ban on common abortion procedure in Oklahoma
Study raises concerns about microplastics in drinking water
Just when you thought it was safe to drink bottled water, a new U.N. report raises concerns about what you may be consuming: tiny particles of microplastics. The just-published 124-page report from the World Health Organization (WHO) is the first major international study to examine the potential human health risks caused by exposure to microplastics in drinking water — and it found there are more microplastics present in bottled water than in tap water. "Every day we are ingesting tiny, often microscopic pieces of plastic known as 'microplastics' with our food, beverages and the air we breathe," the report warns.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg completes radiation therapy
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg completed a three-week course of radiation therapy to treat a tumor on her pancreas AUGUST 2018 The court said that doctors detected the abnormality during a routine blood test early in July and then a biopsy at the end of July at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York confirmed "a localized malignant tumor." Part of her treatment included the insertion of a bile duct stent. "The Justice tolerated treatment well. She cancelled her annual summer visit to Santa Fe, but has otherwise maintained an active schedule," the statement said. "No further treatment is needed at this time."
Karamo opens up about mental health: "Set daily emotional goals" (CBS News Healthwatch)
Karamo talks about his own experience with severe depression, anxiety, thoughts of suicide and drug addiction, and changed that adopting a new mindset, starting to educate himself, find support systems, found a place where he could give back to others; those changed helped him become an advocate for mental health, especially those with mental illnesses in the LGBTQI community.
Services are needed over an extended period of time (5)
LTC often initiated in nursing home
Lady Gaga's mom on witnessing her daughter's "turn" in mental health (CBS News Healthwatch)
Lady Gaga's mother opened up about witnessing the mental health of her daughter, explaining her daughter went through difficult times in middle school turning her from a happy and ambitious young girl to somebody that started to question her self-worth and doubt herself. She explains hardest part of identifying mental health was knowing what was "normal". She encourage parents to be vulnerable and to speak with their kids
September 7th
MLB and union to discuss opioid testing after Tyler Skaggs death
Hormone therapy clinics could be putting patients in danger (CBS News Healthwatch)
Medical clinics are advertising a treatment hormone therapy to help people look and feel younger. CBS News investigation finds the therapy may be putting patients at risk. 60 year old, Cindy Kinder-Benge was hospitalized because her heart rate was four times normal and for palpitations. She was prescribed a thyroid hormone for menopausal symptoms, even though her thyroid blood levels were normal. Her cardiologist stopped her hormone therapy because it is believed it contributed to her irregular heartbeat. She is now suing 25
September 10th
Medicatoin abortion reversal "misleading and innaccurate" judge says- doctors in North Dakota won't need to tell patients that "it may be possible to reverse the effects of an abortion-inducing drug" Feds warn CBD companies against unfounded health claims- FTC tells cannabidiol sellers it's illegal to tout products as a cure or way to prevent disease without evidence Sackler family could pay billions in personal wealth to settle opioid lawsuits- Purdue Pharma, the maker of Oxycontin, is accused of fueling opioid crisis Parents lose custody of son after refusing to finish his chemotherapy- during a chemotherapy session, the boy's mother allegedly pulled the needle from his arm and the family fled to Ohio Sixth patient dies from vaping-related illness- Kansas becomes at least the sixth state to report a death possibly related to e-cigarettes since last month
September 18th
Michigan sounds alarm on mosquito-borne virus after 3 deaths- death typically occurs two to 10 days after onset of symptoms but can occur much later, according to CDC Cancer concerns halt distribution of heartbroken drug Zantac- Drug giant conducting its own investigation into traces of a potentially cancer-causing ingredient in heartburn
CBS News poll: Most Americans favor a national health plan
More Americans today approve than disapprove of the 2010 Affordable Care Act, though many — including most Democrats think the law didn't go far enough. Fifty-six percent of Americans think providing access to affordable health care coverage for all Americans is the responsibility of the federal government, and two-thirds favor the creation of a government-administered health insurance plan similar to Medicare that would be available to all Americans.
What is all that screen time doing to your child's brain? (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
NIH's 10-year study will help research the effect of screen time on brain development and health from age 9 into young adulthood, since the effects of too much screen time for kids is not known. Researchers will track their brain development and will have yearly questionnaires and interviews.
What state has the lowest overdose rate?
Nebraska
What's known — and unknown — about Juul, vaping and illness
Nicotine is harmful to developing brains, and surveys suggest that as many as 1 in 8 high school seniors vape nicotine daily. More than 500 people are suspected or confirmed to have gotten the illness and at least 10 have died. Cause of illness is unknown. Juul and other brands of nicotine e-cigarettes have been around for years, but the illnesses surfaced only recently.
Brother scientists no longer at Novartis after drug scandal
Novartis confirmed that brothers Brian Kaspar and Allan Kaspar, who ran a gene-therapy subsidiary at the drugmaker accused by federal regulators of manipulating data, are no longer with the company. The Food and Drug Administration said the Swiss drugmaker could face criminal or civil penalties for allegedly providing inaccurate data on Zolgensma, which the agency approved in late May. The drug, a potentially life-saving treatment for children with a severe form of spinal muscular atrophy, costs $2.1 million.
Community Based LTC
Objectives: 1. most economical/least restrictive setting 2. supplement informal care 3. provide respite to family members 4. delay institutionalization Services offered through: Federal administration on aging states' unit on aging area agencies on aging
July 17th
Opioid shipments ballooned as an addiction crisis grew, DEA data shows Drugstore chain CVS developing home kidney dialysis device
Inside the $70 billion industry designed to help you sleep
Over the past few years, humans have realized that sleep is essential to our well-being and productivity, creating a $70 billion industry, full of products aimed at helping you rest more effectively. NOT FINISHED
Planned Parenthood exits Title X program, rejects "gag order"
Planned Parenthood said all of its clinics will formally leave Title X, the marquee federal program dedicated to providing birth control to low-income women. A change to the program last year requires beneficiaries to comply with a so-called "gag order" on abortion services — something that Planned Parenthood said it isn't willing to do. The clinic's exit will result in a loss of millions of federal dollars. In a conference call with reporters on Monday, Planned Parenthood's new leader, Alexis McGill Johnson, announced all the health care clinic's affiliates would be sending letters to the Department of Health and Human Services Monday, formally announcing their resignation from Title X. She warned that without Planned Parenthood, low-income women in rural areas would struggle to find affordable birth control options.
Bernie Sanders discharged from hospital after suffering heart attack
Senator Bernie Sanders was discharged from a Las Vegas hospital, three days after having stents inserted to relieve chest pains. The doctors said that Sanders was diagnosed with myocardial infarction, another term for a heart attack. The two stents were placed in a blocked coronary artery in a timely fashion Upon leaving the hospital, Sanders said he was "feeling great." and in a video statement, Sanders thanked supporters for the "love and warm wishes." Sanders' campaign events were canceled until further notice.
Warren says she can fund Medicare for All without raising middle class taxes (CBS News Healthwatch)
Senator Elizabeth Warren said that she said would fund her health care plan, Medicare for All, without raising taxes on middle-class Americans. Raising questions and criticism from many over whether she would raise taxes to pay for the plan or how her plan will change the American health care system and economy.
Searching for sleep (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Current Issues)
Si Baker- Goodwin, is an advocate for people with sleep disorders. Si has had sleep issues most of her life, Si tried for years to figure out why she couldn't sleep, she eventually was diagnosed with sleep apnea. Through the help of a CPAP machine and strict bedtime, Si feels better and now advocates for others with sleep apnea
Study finds Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play design led to deaths
Since 2005, 59 babies have died in that type of sleeper, nationwide. Pediatric experts say babies should sleep flat on their backs. The safety commission said the risk of suffocation to infants disappeared when the incline was below 10 degrees, but some infant sleepers are set on an incline as high as 30 degrees. Doctors say the angled position can cause the head to fall forward and block an infant's airway.
How deep transcranial magnetic stimulation changed one woman's life
Since traditional treatments of depression don't always work, such as antidepressant medications and psychotherapy. Marcia Terry has tried deep transcranial magnetic stimulation an alternative treatment to depression. The treatment has worked so far as compared to other treatments she took. Experts question the research on its long-term effectiveness.
Sleep apnea: What you need to know (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Current Issues)
Sleep apnea happens when breathing stops and starts during sleep. There are three types: Obstructive sleep apnea, Central sleep apnea, and Complex sleep apnea syndrome. Signs and symptoms include: snoring or gasping, Reduced or skipped breathing during sleep, sleepiness or tiredness. It is caused by obesity, large tonsils, premature birth, hormonal disorders, neuromuscular disorders, heart or kidney failure, and certain genetic syndromes. It is treated through breathing devices and lifestyle changes. If untreated it can lead to serious complications
Taco Bell recalls 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef
Taco Bell recalled 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef from eateries in 21 states after a customer found a metal shaving in a menu item. Produced by Kenosha Beef in Columbus, Ohio, between September 20 and October 4, the beef being recalled involves seasoned beef taco and burrito filling shipped to Taco Bells nationwide. The product was sent to distribution centers in Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Virginia, and then to Taco Bell restaurants in 21 states across the eastern Midwest, northern Southeast and Northeast regions
Tea bags may release microplastics into your cup of tea
Tea bags that are made with plastic packaging can release billions of microplastic and nanoplastic particles into your cup of tea, scientists say. Researchers found that one plastic tea bag released about 11.6 billion microplastic and 3.1 billion nanoplastic particles into brewing-temperature water. It's unknown whether ingesting the micro and nanoplastics could impact human health. A study says that potential hazards from microplastics could stem from three sources: particles themselves, chemicals in the particles, and biofilms
Juul accused of marketing to teens in new lawsuit
The Lake County State's Attorney's Office in Illinois filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Juul Labs that accuses the e-cigarette giant of violating the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act for allegedly using deceptive marketing aimed at teens. The State's Attorney's Office is also seeking punitive damages. In the lawsuit, the Lake County State's Attorney Michael G. Nerheim also accuses Juul of violating the Prevention of Tobacco Use by Minors and Sale and Distribution of Tobacco Products Act by allegedly marketing to teens. The lawsuit alleges adolescent nicotine use from e-cigarettes presents the risk of developing major depressive disorder, agoraphobia, and panic disorder, while the vapor emitted from this technology includes 31 harmful chemical carcinogens and respiratory irritants. The Lake County State's Attorney's Office contends Juul failed to disclose that its products contained these adverse health elements.
U.S. won't give flu vaccines to migrants in border detention centers
The U.S. government will not give flu vaccines to migrant families being held in detention centers near the U.S.-Mexico border. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced the decision Tuesday, weeks before the flu season begins. "In general, due to the short term nature of CBP holding, the time the vaccine takes to begin working, and the complexities of operating vaccination programs, neither CBP nor its medical contractors administer vaccinations to those in our custody," a CBP spokesman said in a statement to CBS News. The spokesman did not respond to further questions about the policy.
Ebola outbreak spreads, claiming first victims in a new region
The eastern DR Congo province of South Kivu has recorded its first confirmed cases of Ebola in the country's year-old epidemic, one of which was a fatality, the provincial government said Friday. "Two cases which tested positive for Ebola were confirmed overnight in South Kivu, in Lwindi district in the Mwenga region," it said in a statement. "A 26-year-old victim died and (one of their) children who tested positive is still alive and being treated," it said. More than 1,900 people have died from Ebola in the Congo since August 1, 2018, when the hemorrhagic virus erupted in North Kivu province and spread to neighboring Ituri province.
Green Beret uses theater to cope with the trauma of war
The play, "Last Out," is inspired by the 23 years Scott Mann spent in the Army, performed by military veterans and has been traveling around the country for nearly a year. When Mann retired from service he struggled with his mental health and decided to write it as a form of therapy. Since there are several scenes that can trigger flashbacks, a therapist travels with the show to help the cast, crew and even members of the audience.
New warnings of link between lung disease in teens and e-cigarettes
There are new warnings about a possible link between severe lung disease in teenagers and e-cigarettes and vaping. Minnesota is now the third state where serious lung injuries were reported in the last month. "CBS This Morning" consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner reports that the four Minnesota cases involved 16- to 18-year-old teenagers who wound up at Children's Minnesota, the children's hospital there. The chief medical officer at the hospital, Dr. Emily Chapman, outlined a pattern of cases with a similar but unusual path. The teens at first had symptoms that suggested a viral or bacterial infection, but doctors determined their lungs had actually sustained some kind of "acute injury" and then the lungs began to fail. Some of the teenagers even had to be put on ventilators to save their lives.
Tips for setting screen time limits (NIH MedlinePlus Magazine/Past Issues)
Tips for limiting screen time would be to make mealtime and family gatherings screen-free because it encourages everyone to make eye contact and to speak to each other. Also, keep the bedroom screen-free; parents should set a good example by setting limits on their own screen time. Get kids involved in other activities
Tyson recalls chicken patties because of "extraneous matter"
Tyson Foods is recalling more than 39,000 pounds of Weaver fully cooked chicken breast patties with rib meat after consumers complained about finding pieces of a mechanical seal or gasket in the product. The recalled chicken is packaged in 26-ounce bags with a best buy date of January 31, 2020. The recall impacts 39,078 pounds of the chicken breast patties, which were sent to distribution centers in these states: Missouri Massachusetts Connecticut New Hampshire New York Vermont Ohio Pennsylvania Texas Virginia The recall is the latest involving various materials ending up in Tyson's chicken products. The company in June recalled about 191,000 pounds of chicken fritters sold across the U.S. after schools complained about pieces of hard plastic in the ready-to-eat products. A month earlier, Tyson expanded a separate recall to include about 11.8 million pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken strips over concerns the products may contain pieces of metal.
Vaping affects blood vessels after just one use, study finds
Vaping, even temporarily, can affect the blood vessels in healthy people — even if the vape pod does not contain nicotine, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology this week. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine studied 31 volunteers, all of whom were healthy, non-smoking adults with an average age of about 24 years old. The participants were monitored as they each took 16 three-second inhalations from a disposable e-cigarette. The researchers used an ePuffer with flavored e-cigarette liquid but no nicotine in it. A research coordinator made sure sure the participants did not cough or swallow the vapor. "Lung damage is what we're most focused on right now, but there's so much more going on," Dr. Diana Zuckerman, president of the National Center for Health Research, recently told CBS News. "There are chemicals in Juul and e-cigs and we're not exactly sure what the impact is going to be because we haven't seen it before." A study published in the journal Pediatrics last year found a number of different toxic chemicals in e-cigarettes, including one linked to several types of cancer. Some of the chemicals turned up even when teens used non-nicotine products like fruit-flavored vapes.
BMI children goes by ?
Weight % on growth chart
Stop the Stigma on the "CBS This Morning" Podcast
With efforts to break down stigmas surrounding mental health, "CBS This Morning" broadcasted a live special, feature interviews with experts and notable figures. Gary Gulman discussed why he talks and jokes openly about his experience with depression. Karen Varano shares how her own daughter's experience with depression and addiction has affected her family. Dr. Lindsey discusses the findings and explains the consequences of black youth not receiving enough treatment for mental illness. Actress Gloria Reuben shares the impact of losing her younger brother to suicide. Dr. Jonathan LaPook talks about the importance of discussing mental health with doctors.
October 29th
Xanax recalled for possible "foreign substance" - Drugmaker Mylan cities risk of infection from unnamed "foreign material" in the popular prescription anti-anxiety drug Michigan apples recalled in 8 states due to listeria concerns- McIntosh, Honeycrisp, Jonathan, and Fuji are among the varieties recalled after test reveals possible contamination Alabama's near total abortion ban blocked by federal judge- Judge's ruling halts the restricitions from going into effect while a legal challenge continues
Controlling blood pressure may help ward off dementia
high blood pressure treatment lowered systolic blood pressure (the first of two numbers measured during an exam) to less than 140 mm Hg. "Intensive" treatment went further, lowering the same pressure reading to below 120 mm Hg. Overall, the data "support a growing body of evidence suggesting that controlling blood pressure may not only reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease but also of age-related cognitive loss," said NINDS director Dr. Walter Koroshetz. Researchers said the next step is to examine how controlling blood pressure may affect the accumulation of white matter lesions in critical regions of the brain affected by age-related brain disorders, and what factors may make some people more responsive to high blood pressure treatment.
Must include a variety of health care services (1)
housing programs transportation recreation nutrition social support services Types of services that are needed: change over time
Hong Kong man developed the world's first case of what?
human case of rat hepatitis E
affects about 4.6% of people in the U.S.
hyperthyroidism
Teen dies from eating a cookie
labeled with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups but package clearly says so
Older lifeguards
lifeguard employer is hiring seasoned lifeguards instead of new ones because of safety concerns
What type of diet reduces breast cancer risk?
low fat
What is the first non-medical device used to treat ADHD?
low level electrical pulse stimulator
What was contaminated with E. coli by well water?
macadamia nuts
Fertility clinic denies liability for freezer malfunction losses
malfunction destroyed thousands of eggs, embryos, and sperm in Cleveland Ohio
Virtual Biopsies
may help reveal brain tumors' secrets by using AI to better identify brain tumors
reimbursement
medicaid, medicare, LTC insurance policies
Lowering blood pressure to under 120 will decrease the risk of what?
memory issues
what part of the ear do eardrums effect?
middle ear
What do doctors argue is the reason they often feel like they must order tests, supplies, and extended stays, despite their own professional judgement that they are not necessary
mitigate threats of major financial liability from unhappy patients
What is starbucks adding to some stores?
needle disposal boxes
What group of cancers is increasingly growing in young adults?
obesity-linked cancers
Former VA pathologist charged in deaths of 3 veterans
pathologist fired from an Arkansas veterans hospital after officials said he had been impaired while on duty was charged Tuesday with involuntary manslaughter in the deaths of three patients. Authorities say he misdiagnosed them and altered their records to try to conceal his mistakes.
people who were born C-section had a lower risk of developing which disorder?
pelvic floor disorder
Campylobacter
pet store puppies spread this antibiotic resistant infection
The number of child hospital visits has doubled due to what?
shallowing of objects
Using too much toothpaste leads to what?
streaky or splotchy teeth
Juul anenounces ID verification system to curb underage e-cig us
the CEO of Juul Labs announced August 2019 that Juul is working with e-cigarette vendors to implement an ID verification system that prohibits cashiers from selling to underage shoppers and places limits on the amount customers can buy. The announcement comes after roughly one-in-five high school students and nearly one-in-20 middle school students said they vaped in the last year Juul CEO Kevin Burns demonstrated the system at a register in San Francisco. When he tried to use an expired ID, the system would not allow the cashier to complete the purchase. "There was no way to complete the transaction," Burns said. Juul said more than 40,000 stores have committed to implementing the new standards, and that it plans to stop distributing its products to stores that aren't compliant by 2021. The company called it the strictest verification standard for any age-restricted products in stores
Biogen shares soar after results of Alzheimer's drug trial
the company and Eisai announced positive results from a Phase II study with BAN2401, an anti-amyloid beta protofibril antibody, in 856 patients with early Alzheimer's disease.
Naptime is good business for NYC venue
wellness center focused on rest understands the lack of solid shut eye among workers in the city
August 9
• Bayer said to offer $8 billion to settle Roundup lawsuits but lawyers for consumers who claim that Roundup caused their cancers are said to want $10 billion • Elderly couple's murder-suicide blamed on health care costs • Carl Allamby, the auto doctor, became a medical doctor in his mid 40s
October 3
• Beyonce's dad diagnosed with breast cancer- Knowles revealed that he immediately told his kids, who may have inherited the BRCA gene mutation and a higher risk for developing breast cancer • Ford worker's liver donation saves stranger at rival automaker
August 23
• Buttigieg unveils plan to improve mental health care and fight addiction- goal of preventing 1 million deaths over the next 9 years • Warning of measles exposure at Disneyland parks- according to Orange County Health Care Agency, the infectious teen was in the area from August 11 to 15 • Ruth Bader Ginsburg completes radiation therapy- radiation therapy was administered to treat a tumor on her pancreas
August 12
• Carnival's Fantasy cruise ship fails health inspections- they say they have already acted to fix problems including brown shower water and flies on bagels • Deadly Legionnaires' outbreak at Atlanta hotel "nationwide" issue- officials say a dozen guests have already tested positive for the bacteria but according to the attorney, hundreds more could be exposed • Newark residents concerned over lead in water supply- 38, 000 water filters handed out by city may not be effective in removing lead from Newark's water supply • Study shows 2 life-saving treatments for Ebola in Congo- Regeneron drug and NIH compound
October 23
• Crisis team responds to mental health emergencies in Oregon- a program called CAHOOTS responded to nearly 23,000 calls in Eugene and Springfield, Oregon last year
August 8
• Dad accuses clinic of sperm mix-up after learning daughter isn't his- they have narrowed the biological father to a few men, including one who worked at the hospital who helped to conceive their daughter • Most U.S. beaches test positive for bacteria-causing disease
August 26
• Decision expected in landmark opioid trial against Big Pharma- ruling in Oklahoma case will determine whether Johnson & Johnson and subsidiary Janssen downplayed addiction risks while marketing opioid painkillers • DEA says it will expand marijuana research
August 16
• Ebola outbreak spreads, claiming first victims in a new region- 1 person in South Kivu province in Congo has died and their child is being treated • Tyson recalls chicken patties because of "extraneous matter"- some consumers reported finding pieces of a mechanical seal or gasket in the Weaver full cooked patties
October 24
• FDA proposes "black-box warning" for breast implants- the move comes as the agency is taking heat the women who say they weren't warned of potential complications linked to breast implants before surgery • CVS, Rite Aid, and Walmart pull J&J baby powder from shelves- moves follow Johnson & Johnson's recall of 33,000 bottles after trace amount of asbestos found in a single sample
October 10
• Former NFL star pays for over 500 mammograms- Williams set out to pay for 53 mammograms, and this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, his foundation announced they far exceeded that goal
August 21
• Former VA pathologist charged in deaths of 3 veterans- Federal prosecutors say Dr. Robert Levy showed up for work impaired, misdiagnosed patients and falsified records to cover up his errors • Wisdom teeth removal contributes to opioid crisis- many who have their wisdom teeth removed are prescribed opioids when there are safer alternatives • Reported illness among vapers reaches 150 possible cases
August 27
• Johnson & Johnson found guilty in opioid lawsuit in Oklahoma- ruling by Judge Thad Balkman in Norman, Oklahoma is one of the biggest monetary awards in U.S. history • Judge blocks Missouri's eight week abortion ban • Utah lung disease cases from vaping quadruple after 1 week- Utah Department of Health confirmed there are now 21 cases of lung disease connected to e-cigarettes • Altria and Philip Morris are considering a merger 5.7 million Contigo water bottles recalled after choking hazard
August 28
• Juul CEO Kevin Burns says "until we see some facts", the product will stay on the market • Amazon fires causing breathing problems in kids- respiratory problems like pneumonia, coughing and secretion are particularly prevalent in children and elderly
August 14
• Juul accused of marketing to teens in new lawsuit- Juul issued a statement saying the company has "never marketed to youth and do not want non-nicotine users, especially youth to ever try our product" • Brother scientists no longer at Novartis after drug scandal- Brian Kasper and Allan Kasper have left the drugmaker after the FDA said the company could face criminal penalties • Flight attendant diagnosed with measles after NY flight has died- El Al flight attendant Rotem Amitai was diagnosed with measles after flying from New York to Israel
October 18
• Louisanna could become the first state without abortion access next year- • Green Beret uses theater to cope with the trauma of war- "Last Out" is inspired by the 23 years one man spent in the Army • Toxic metals such as lead and arsenic found in 95% of baby foods
October 4
• Man who says clinic used his sperm for 17 kids: "It's overwhelming"
August 4
• More than 40 medical organizations have joined forces to address the 40,000 firearm-related deaths that occur each year
August 13
• Soldier with cancer fights to change law shielding military from malpractice suits • Dentures found lodged in man's throat 8 days after surgery • Dole recalls baby spinach after tests find salmonella- packaged spinach leaves recalled in 10 states after bacteria found in a sample tested by Michigan health officials
August 17
• Thousands of veterans deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan fear burn pits have exposed them to lethal diseases- U.S. Central Command said that 9 burn pits are currently creating toxic smoke
August 20
• U.S. won't give flu vaccines to migrants in border detention centers- 3 migrant children have died in the past year
August 22
• Vaping teen spends 10 days on a ventilator after lungs fail • 3 arrested for violent threats against Planned Parenthood this month- Jacob Cooper, 20, was the third man arrest this month for threatening extreme violence against a Planned Parenthood
