Nation's leading researchers, scientists reveal findings at occupational therapy conference
...s who are in good health can benefit from working, citing increased mental health and life satisfaction as benefits. Occupational therapists are frequently called upon to guide employers in providing and retaining an ergonomically correct and safer working environment for the older worker....'Binge drinkers': Folk devils of the binge economy
... entire research community was opposed to the Act, citing evidence that to have an impact on alcohol-related harm, it is vital to reduce consumption by imposing more extensive controls rather than fewer. Yet despite its insistence on 'evidence-based' policy-making, the government's agenda of liberalisation ...Measures can help save frontal sinuses
...ontal sinus surgery as much as possible," he says, citing potential hazards that come with their proximity to the skull base and the orbits. But when chronic symptoms such as headache, cough, sore throat, nasal congestion and drip don't respond to medical therapy, miserable patients may opt for surgery that...Rice nanophotonics lab gets $3 million training grant
...ole in the development of LANP's training program, citing their contribution of numerous strong and innovative ideas. Co-PIs include Peter Nordlander, professor of physics and astronomy and in electrical and computer engineering; Jason Hafner, assistant professor of physics and astronomy and of chemistry; R...What are the roles and responsibilities of the media in disseminating health information?
... in context," says Mudur. "This may be achieved by citing earlier research on the topic and seeking out comments from independent experts who could put a new finding in perspective." "Sometimes health research throws up contradictory findings. Is a gene linked to a disease? One study finds a link. Another...MRI pioneer wins national physics prize
...orum where the prize is awarded, and a certificate citing the contributions made by the recipient....Mouthguards: Rolls Royce of mouthguard line provides maximum injury protection
... lifetime to restore that tooth," says Dr. Kenyon, citing statistics from the NYSSF. Mouthguard Types Explained Stock (Type I) - The least expensive choice and offers the least protection since little can be done to adjust the fit. Athletes are more likely to experience difficulty with breathing, speaki...New insights into cost-effectiveness of implanted heart device
...to other therapies we provide patients," she said, citing as examples the use of external defibrillators on commercial jets ($36,000/QALY) and the use of stents vs. angioplasty in patients with an acute heart attack ($24,000/QALY). Because the patient characteristics of the eight trials were so different fr......tions of two of its scientific advisory committees citing its safety. Susan F. Wood, stepped down from her position as a result. The panel members will discuss this example and others as they consider the effect politics has on science. WHO: Allan M. Brandt, PhD, Professor of the History of Science and Ch...Mayo Clinic finds aggressive surgery best option for advanced-stage ovarian cancer patients
...001 as troubling, with 45.5 percent of respondents citing lack of evidence for improved survival as a primary rationale against performing aggressive surgical resection in specific cases of advanced ovarian cancer. The American Cancer Society predicts over 16,000 women in the United States will die from ov...Sodas and energy drinks can supply a surprising caffeine jolt
...en avoid caffeine while pregnant or breastfeeding, citing findings from studies linking caffeine consumption to miscarriage and low-birth weight babies. "There are many consequences that are relatively unknown to the general public because they consider the consumption of sodas and other beverages to be rel...Incarcerated women more likely to use birth control when given in jail
...women in contraceptive services," the authors say, citing that women are faced with other priorities, such as housing, food and families when released from prison. The study looked at women ages 18 to 35 who were at risk for an unplanned pregnancy and serving time or awaiting trial at the RI DOC. In phase 1...Epidemic of unneeded amputations
...illion people living with limb loss," Walker said, citing National Limb Loss Amputation Center statistics. "A good portion of these individuals could have salvaged their limbs. This is tragic." Of note: --The number of diabetes-related LEA hospital discharges increased by 240 percent between 1980 (33,000) t...World's largest osteoporosis congress opens in Toronto
...Toronto. Canadian Minister of Health Tony Clement, citing Canadian initiatives, noted that health authorities have to consider osteoporosis as a health priority. Delegates also saw the world premiere of a new IOF video, and a specially-prepared performance by Toronto-based Hangtime Circus, one of the world...Nurses should play larger role in helping smokers quit
...of smoking among health care providers themselves, citing research that shows health care providers who smoke are less likely to intervene on behalf of their patients who smoke. Despite efforts to reduce smoking in the last decade, there are still more than 45 million smokers in the U.S., according to the...Weight training does not increase strength but may slow progression in OA patients
...th training is harmful for adults without knee OA, citing other studies that have shown benefits from these types of exercises. "In any event," they conclude, "this finding requires confirmation in future trials of resistance exercise programs for older adults, which should include serial standardized radio...Jefferson Orthopaedic surgeons leading international study of timing of spinal surgery
...ence in how a patient ultimately fares, as others, citing their experiences, say? Dr. Vaccaro, in conjunction with Michael G. Fehlings, M.D., at Toronto Western Hospital, is spearheading a multicenter trial called STASCIS, which looks at timing of surgery, the timing of spinal reduction and a prospective ...Antipsychotic medications used to treat Alzheimer's patients found lacking
...5 percent of those taking placebo discontinued use citing side effects. The study investigators determined the medications' effectiveness by balancing their associated benefits with their associated risks. "The antipsychotic medications may be effective against some symptoms in Alzheimer's patients compa...Small but substantial proportion of surgeons interested in part-time training
... leave their programs before finishing, most often citing lifestyle concerns, according to background information in the article. "Many of today's medical students have more diverse interests and, when they apply for postgraduate training, may prefer specialties in which a more flexible approach to trainin...Many adults with psychiatric disorders may also have undiagnosed ADHD
... period analyzed, patients were tracked for claims citing one or more of the other targeted conditions with a total of 900,897 new diagnoses of ADHD; 12,036,905 new diagnoses of a depressive disorder; 1,148,175 new diagnoses of BPD and 6,573,576 new diagnoses of anxiety disorders. Of those patients initial...