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Another clunker: John Cornyn’s ad on preexisting conditions

October 14, 2020

In a new campaign ad, Cornyn says one of the law’s central features, its guarantee that insurers must sell plans to any patients with preexisting conditions, “is something we all agree should be covered.”

Cornyn is a fixture of Texas and national politics and the No. 2 Republican in Senate leadership. His lead in this year’s race is not slim, and his ad is more carefully worded than the rest.

But Cornyn continues to oppose the Affordable Care Act, and his campaign would not say whether he backs a Republican lawsuit seeking to strike down the entire law at the Supreme Court.

If the ACA were to fall, the legislation Cornyn proposes as a replacement to cover those with preexisting conditions says “nothing … shall be construed to restrict the amount that an employer or individual may be charged for coverage under a group health plan.” Charge them whatever price,

COVID-19 virus can survive on some surfaces for nearly a month in lab conditions

October 12, 2020

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The virus that causes COVID-19 can survive for nearly a month in cooler, dark conditions on some nonporous surfaces such as glass and money in controlled laboratory conditions, according to a study published Monday that notes that the primary source of spread still appears to be through airborne aerosols and droplets caused by talking, singing, breathing or laughing.

The study, completed by experts at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness, and published in “Virology Journal,” found that the virus was detectable after 28 days on surfaces such as glass, stainless steel, paper and polymer banknotes in lab experiments at room temperature — 68 degrees Fahrenheit.

The authors of the study wrote that the findings are important because phones, ATMS and other high-touch surfaces may not be regularly cleaned and therefore pose risks for transmission.

The experts concluded that surface or “fomite” transmission could play some role in the spread of

PCOS And Endo Can Both Mess With Your Period, But They’re Totally Different Conditions

October 9, 2020

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In the world of reproductive conditions that can be tough to diagnose, two tend to get the most attention: polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis. While you’ve probably at least heard of both of these conditions, you might be fuzzy on the details. And, with that, it’s easy to confuse the two.

It’s important to know that it’s not rare to have either one of these health issues. “These are two relatively common gynecological conditions,” says Taraneh Shirazian, MD, an ob-gyn with NYU Langone Health. PCOS affects one in 10 women of childbearing age, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health (OWH). Endometriosis is slightly more common, impacting more than 11 percent of women between the ages of 15 and 44, according to the OWH.

Both conditions are notoriously tough to diagnose, given that their symptoms could be caused by

Surgery for benign breast conditions unlikely to harm breastfeeding ability

October 8, 2020

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Having surgery for benign breast conditions won’t harm a woman’s future ability to breastfeed, new research suggests.

The study included 85 women, aged 18 to 45. Fifteen had a prior history of benign breast conditions, including cysts, benign tumors and enlarged breasts. Sixteen had had breast surgery, including breast augmentation, reduction mammoplasty and biopsy.

Whether they’d had surgery or not, 80% were able to breastfeed or obtain breast milk for bottle-feeding, according to findings presented Saturday at a virtual meeting of the American College of Surgeons. Research presented at meetings should be considered preliminary until published in a peer-reviewed journal.

Each year, nearly one million women in the United States are diagnosed with benign breast conditions. About half of women will have a benign breast lesion in their lifetime.

Many of these conditions are managed with surgery. Other common breast procedures include surgery to reduce enlarged breast tissue or augmentation

Study finds older adults using cannabis to treat common health conditions

October 7, 2020

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**IMAGE:** Alison Moore, MD, chief of the Division of Geriatrics in the Department of Medicine at UC San Diego School of Medicine.
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With growing interest in its potential health benefits and new legislation favoring legalization in more states, cannabis use is becoming more common among older adults.

University of California San Diego School of Medicine researchers report that older adults use cannabis primarily for medical purposes to treat a variety of common health conditions, including pain, sleep disturbances and psychiatric conditions like anxiety and depression.

The study, published online October 7, 2020 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, found that of 568 patients surveyed, 15 percent had used cannabis within the past three years, with half of users reporting using it regularly and mostly for medical purposes.

“Pain, insomnia and anxiety were the most common reasons for cannabis use

OMRON Healthcare Issues Reminder to Encourage Management of Respiratory Health Conditions

October 6, 2020

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LAKE FOREST, Ill., Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — A hotter than average1 summer has factored into more severe2 ragweed allergy conditions which, combined with poor air quality caused by the vast and tragic West Coast wildfires, has asthma sufferers across the country feeling the impact of a harsh fall season. For many, these issues are compounded by the ongoing pandemic, with moderate to severe asthma and COPD patients at a possible increased risk of complications with COVID-19. OMRON Healthcare, Inc. is issuing a respiratory reminder for those suffering from asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and encouraging them to take preventative action to manage their respiratory health.

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) identify moderate to severe asthma as an underlying health condition that can factor into COVID-19 complications. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 26 million Americans have asthma, and

Sick and Chained: Plight of Countless Africans With Mental Health Conditions | Voice of America

October 6, 2020

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JOHANNESBERG, SOUTH AFRICA – For nearly a year, Benjamin Billal was chained to a rock.

“I was taken to a faith healing center by my grandmother and my mother,” Billal told journalists by video link from Monrovia, Liberia on Tuesday. “There, I was shackled. I was chained to a rock, where I stayed for about 11 months. There, there was no food. They gave us food at will — when they feel like giving you food, they gave you food. And there, we had no freedom moving around. You want to move around, you move around with chains.”

What did he do to get this treatment? According to doctors at Liberia’s only mental health facility — where he was finally taken after 11 months of being shackled — he was suffering from depression.

Shackling, restraining and detaining patients with mental health conditions is a sadly common practice in Africa, with

MOH reviewing community support for people with mental health conditions

October 6, 2020

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SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Health (MOH) is reviewing the community support available for people with mental health conditions or suspected of having them, including “current legislative levers”.

It has been working with the Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) to develop such services but noted the need for better support.

“MOH recognises that there is a need to better support persons with or suspected with mental health needs and displaying challenging behaviours in the community,” Parliamentary Secretary at the ministry, Rahayu Mahzam, said in Parliament on Tuesday (Oct 6).

“MOH is currently reviewing the enablers for the community support required, which include the current legislative levers,” she added.

Currently, the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) Act (MHCTA) allows the state to intervene for persons with or suspected to have mental health illnesses, and who may be a risk to themselves or others.

The police can apprehend the person and

Allina health care workers begin limited two-day strike over safety conditions amidst pandemic

October 6, 2020

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A two-day strike of 220 medical tech workers and therapists at Allina Health in Minneapolis and Shakopee, Minnesota began Monday. The walkout took place one month after being overwhelmingly authorized by a vote of the workers. It took place despite being postponed by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare Minnesota union over threats of legal action by Allina Health.

Health care workers are seeking wage increases, better health care coverage and retirement plans, and increased paid time off as well as a general improvements in workplace safety. These concerns are especially pressing given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The SEIU had previously come to a temporary agreement with Allina that the company pay an initial one-time stipend to employees should they be exposed to the virus and need to quarantine. Workers are demanding that they be granted full wages and benefits during these periods to reduce the spread and risk

Stryker’s T2 ICF Nail System Offers Surgeons New Option for Patients Suffering from Serious Foot Conditions

September 28, 2020

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Intramedullary Nailing System Provides Strong, Stable and Efficient Tool Designed to Promote Accurate Nail Insertion

Stryker’s Trauma & Extremities division today announced the launch of its T2^® ICF Intramedullary nailing system, offering a solution for patients suffering from serious foot conditions such as Charcot foot—a condition associated with diabetes resulting in poor bone quality, possible nerve damage and potential foot ulcers.¹

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Stryker’s new T2® ICF Intramedullary nailing system offers solution for patients suffering from serious foot conditions such as Charcot foot—a condition associated with diabetes. (Graphic: Business Wire)

The T2 ICF system is a stable product that provides a surgical option designed to prevent nail back out and promote fixation and accuracy. It is estimated that a leg is amputated every 30 seconds globally, and 85% of these amputations are the result of diabetic foot ulcers.²

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Another clunker: John Cornyn’s ad on preexisting conditions

COVID-19 virus can survive on some surfaces for nearly a month in lab conditions

PCOS And Endo Can Both Mess With Your Period, But They’re Totally Different Conditions

Surgery for benign breast conditions unlikely to harm breastfeeding ability

Study finds older adults using cannabis to treat common health conditions

OMRON Healthcare Issues Reminder to Encourage Management of Respiratory Health Conditions

Sick and Chained: Plight of Countless Africans With Mental Health Conditions | Voice of America

MOH reviewing community support for people with mental health conditions

Allina health care workers begin limited two-day strike over safety conditions amidst pandemic

Stryker’s T2 ICF Nail System Offers Surgeons New Option for Patients Suffering from Serious Foot Conditions