Nutrition Management: Treating Cardiometabolic Disease provides an update on information supporting current guidelines, practical recommendations and controversies in medical nutrition management. Register by February 10 for early bird registration. https://bit.ly/3Y4rLck
Kidney Transplantation: Addressing the Organ Shortage by Improving Transplant Stewardship via @CleClinicMD
Kidney Transplantation: Addressing the Organ Shortage by Improving Transplant Stewardship
Improving access to lifesaving kidney transplant
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Women are three times more likely than men to get #migraine headaches, in part because of the hormone estrogen. A number of different medications are available to prevent migraine and stop them when they first start.
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When headaches won't go away - Harvard Health
Migraines are a particularly disabling form of headache because they launch a four-tiered attack—the prodrome (or ...
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Adolescent depression has been on the rise — going up by a staggering 52% between 2005 and 2017. April Thames, PhD, professor of psychiatry and clinical neuropsychologist, explains that the sharp uptick likely comes from a pressure to appear “perfect” online.
Excited to share @BradGillMD & @gwerneburg, were recently appointed to the Editorial Board of @NeurourolUrodyn!
Congrats Dr. Gill and Dr. Werneburg! @sufuorg @icsoffice
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Dr. Chang Kim’s laboratory shared a high-impact study that explains how lymphoid cells differentiate between bone marrow and the rest of the body. These innate lymphoid cells (ILCs) play a critical role in maintaining and defending peripheral tissues. http://Bit.ly/3WBou2N
Though common in use for #depression, SSRIs are not without their side effects.
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What are the real risks of antidepressants? - Harvard Health
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Spirulina — classified as a cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae — boasts a 60% protein content and it's also a good source of beta-carotene, various minerals, and gamma linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid.
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By the way, doctor: Is spirulina good for you? - Harvard Health
I read that spirulina is the next wonder vitamin. What can you tell me about it?...
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Sibling rivalry is a remarkably normal feature of family life, but when does it become harmful? #HarvardHealth
Sibling rivalry is normal — but is it helpful or harmful? - Harvard Health
Sibling rivalry is a remarkably normal feature of family life, but too much squabbling and competition can be hurt...
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Drinking coffee daily was linked to a significantly lower risk of dying, but that benefit tapered off for people drinking more than 4.5 cups daily. #HarvardHealth
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Another @umichneuro alum to CHEER about! @CheeragU 💫
Congratulations to @CheeragU on making the @CastleConnolly Top Doctors list again this year! We are fortunate to have him caring for our spine patients. #UNCNeurosurgery @UNC_Health_Care @UNC_SOM
Join alum @ThomasJWilsonMD for some #ABNS peripheral nerve board prep in February!
As we close in on the #ABNS #Neurosurgery written boards, I will do the #ABNS Boards Prep #PeripheralNerve questions again. I'll tweet one question and answer/explanation every day in February. Join me as you prepare for the written boards or just brush up on your PN knowledge.
Strong evidence shows that regular physical activity can reduce falls by nearly a third in older adults at high risk of falling. #HarvardHealth
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A million tests, 300,000 vaccines, and 55,000 patients: #COVID by the numbers at UCLA Health.
A long-term study explores risk factors for glaucoma and treatment options for people with high eye pressure. #HarvardHealth https://bit.ly/3wAOjWs
UCLA Health has been awarded 'Elite Status' by @AmerPhysGrps in their Standards of Excellence Survey 2022.
The annual survey assesses physician groups and helps healthcare consumers evaluate their technical quality, responsive patient experience, and affordability.
Alum @KhoiThanMD - international man of #neurosurgery!
I was so lucky to present to the #neurosurgery team @AsanMedicalCtr in Seoul, South Korea. Asan is the 14th largest hospital in the world, with about 1,000 more beds than the largest American hospital. I am so thankful to my Korean colleagues, who are the most amazing hosts.
Beautifully-imaged and compelling work by alum @strahleMD and team at @WashUNeurosurg
Thrilled to share our work led by @panshelei on region-specific CSF circulation in the developing brain - out today in @NatureComms. This has implications for neuron-CSF interactions and cognitive outcomes in #hydrocephalus @WashUNeurosurg @WUSTLmed https://go.nature.com/3JlD4IM
Don’t buy into dietary supplements for heart health. #HeartHealth #HarvardHealth https://bit.ly/3Xwjj5F
If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted or sexually abused, call the Rape Treatment Center at (424) 259-7208. Our services are free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more:
Core exercises can improve your posture, make everyday activities much easier, reduce low back pain, and even improve your balance and lessen the risk of falling. Core work should be part of a well-rounded workout routine. #HarvardHealth https://bit.ly/3DaO4ot
This week on @UCLABrainSPORT, @Ahdelneuro is joined by @nateboyer37, former Military Green Beret and NFL veteran to discuss his transition from the military to the NFL, his @vetsandplayers organization, and his new MVP movie.
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Psychedelic drugs may have the potential to effect long-lasting improvements in the mental health of people. What does the science say about #microdosing? ##HarvardHealth https://bit.ly/3Y0fANn
Dx: Histoplasmosis pneumonia (caused by Histoplasma capsulatum)
• Dimorphic fungus
• Most prevalent in the Ohio & Mississippi River valleys
• Risk factors: bird/bat excretions, chicken farms, spelunking, & HIV infection
• Tissue sampling shows oval yeasts within macrophages
Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine Is Producing a High Percentage of Urology Residents https://consultqd.clevelandclinic.org/cleveland-clinic-lerner-college-of-medicine-is-producing-a-high-percentage-of-urology-residents/ via @CleClinicMD
The @UMichMedicine Office of Decedent Affairs supports families from the time a loved one is lost to their departure from the hospital, and supports faculty and staff on how they can better help families during the grieving process. Read about their work: http://bit.ly/3XU37en
Sugary drinks may raise levels of LDL cholesterol and other unhealthy blood fats. #HarvardHealth https://bit.ly/3kB320C
The 2023 UCLA Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and Life Support Symposium is on Jan. 28, 2023, in the Tamkin Auditorium at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. Learn more:
Some people don't have a health care power of attorney or living will because they don't realize how important these documents are. Others worry that such documents mean they are signing their lives away. Not so. #HarvardHealth
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You can think of cognitive reserve as your brain's ability to improvise and find alternate ways of getting a job done. #HarvardHealth
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Nurturing yourself in small ways can help ease burnout and exhaustion. #MentalHealth #HarvardHealth https://bit.ly/3wyNVYm
A recent study by #UMichPath Drs. Riccardo Valdez, Carmen Gherasim, and @UMichSPH’s Aubree Gordon explored the effectiveness of original mRNA vaccines when three doses and a bivalent-booster were given. Learn more about their research: http://bit.ly/3HpYJyd
All exercise is beneficial. But even stacked up against other types of workouts, body-weight exercise has a lot to offer. #HarvardHealth
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Using technology to deliver #health care has several advantages, including cost savings, convenience, and the ability to provide care to people with mobility limitations, or those in rural areas who don't have access to a local doctor: #HarvardHealth
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It’s hard to ignore the health risks and the fears that can arise in the wake of a positive pregnancy test for some of our most vulnerable patients. #HarvardHealth https://bit.ly/3HvjIQ3
Check out the #COTW from Dr. Batoul Aoun!
35 F decedent with hx of kidney and liver transplant who presented to the hospital for respiratory failure and sepsis. On autopsy, the lungs were edematous with no obvious consolidations. What is your dx, and the demographics associated?
Amazing work from the @castro2355_mg-Lowenstein Lab in the battle against #glioma. Definitely worth a read on this snowy Midwest morning.
Overcoming radiation resistance in a subtype of glioma. So proud to share the work of our lab’s amazing graduate student Stephen Carney @UmichCancBio @UMRogelCancer @UmichCDB @umichneuro Congratulations @CCR_AACR https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/researchers-circumvent-radiation-resistance-subtype-of-brain-tumors
Read about what @UMichNursing is doing to address health disparities & how longtime nursing supporters Mike (MBA ’79) and Nancy (BS ’75, MBA ’79) McLelland are helping advance these efforts.
Ongoing health disparities could have catastrophic consequences. @UMichSPH and @UMichNursing are dedicated to making a difference to treat life-threatening diseases and root out the conditions that make many people more susceptible to them. http://myumi.ch/p7mx1 @LeadersandBest
Brian Shuch, MD, and his team are part of what makes UCLA Health one of the top hospitals for Urology and Kidney Cancer in the country. Join Dr. Shuch as he discusses options for treating your kidney cancer.
Between 2005 and 2017, depression among young people reportedly went up 52%. During the same time period, the popularity of social media grew exponentially. This has experts asking questions: is social media causing adolescent depression? If yes, what can be done? Learn more:
The 2023 UCLA Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and Life Support Symposium is on Jan. 28, 2023, in the Tamkin Auditorium at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. Learn more:
2022 Year in Review | Our team worked tirelessly this year to redefine patient care through clinical innovation, cutting-edge research and inspired training. We hope you’ll take a moment to review a few highlights from 2022.
Glickman Urological & Kidney Institute
Reimagining and customizing approaches to urologic care Transforming prevention, diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease
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Considering #LASIK eye surgery? Here's what to expect: #HarvardHealth
LASIK Surgery: What to expect - Harvard Health
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A Closer Look at Single-Port Robotic Kidney Transplant: Venous and Arterial Anastomosis (Video) via @CleClinicMD
A Closer Look at Single-Port Robotic Kidney Transplant: Venous and Arterial Anastomosis (Video)
Video offers glimpse into technically challenging portion of the procedure
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Obesity is a complex health issue that affects a staggering percentage of US children and teens. Here are the new pediatric guidelines on obesity. #HarvardHealth
New pediatric guidelines on obesity in children and teens - Harvard Health
Rates of obesity in children have more than tripled in the past six decades, and are still climbing. With millio...
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Dopamine is most notably involved in helping us feel pleasure as part of the brain’s reward system. But the darker side of hormone is the intense feeling of reward people feel when they take drugs. #HarvardHealth
Dopamine: The pathway to pleasure - Harvard Health
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Diagnostic Stewardship for Urinary Tract Infection: A Snapshot of the Expert Guidance | @gwerneburg
https://consultqd.clevelandclinic.org/diagnostic-stewardship-for-urinary-tract-infection-a-snapshot-of-the-expert-guidance/ via @CleClinicMD
How does a lack of #sleep contribute to inflammation? One theory focuses on blood vessels. #HarvardHealth
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