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Abdominal pain, swine flu, West Nile ...and more.

BREAKING NEWS !! HOT OFF THE PRESS !!

According to an email from the CUA Office of Public Affairs, norovirus, which spread across campus in December 2006, is back.

Today, D.C.’s Department of Health told Catholic University’s Student Health Services that initial tests confirmed the virus caused the illnesses. The first student was treated on the evening of Jan. 21, and 23 students have reported symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The University has focused additional cleaning efforts on buildings frequented by students, and Dining Services has implemented a series of precautionary measures, according to the e-mail.

1/29/2009

Information courtesy of the DC Department of Health and Google Alerts.

There are a wide variety of disorders and diseases that can result in abdominal pain. Most times, the cause is to be benign. But, serious conditions can result in pain and may need medical attention. Abdominal pain is a very common problem, often referred to as Bellyache, cramps, or stomach pain.

How do we describe abdominal pain? The pain may be chronic or acute. It may be a dull pain or a sharp pain. It may be localized to a quadrant of the abdomen, such as the upper right quadrant, etc. Since there are many organs and organ systems in the abdomen, care must be taken to pinpoint the cause of the pain since it may be a simple Bellyache or a more serious problem.

There are many types of abdominal pain. Some pain is due to inflammation. Some pain is due to obstruction of a hollow viscus. Still, vascular disturbances can cause severe pain in the back or genitals.

What are the causes of abdominal pain?

Here are some possible causes of abdominal pain.

Renal inflammation
Gastrointestinal problems
(including hernia, obstructions,or arterial syndromes)
Constipation
Liver problems
Bile system problems
Blood vessel aneurysms
Immune system problems

This is not a complete list of problems.

How is the cause diagnosed?

Urinalysis
Blood tests
X rays
Ultrasound
Endoscopy
Colonoscopy

Chronic abdominal pain has no medical explanation. It is similar to IBS, but unlike IBS, there is no noticeable change in bowel movements. A nervous system disorder may cause CFAP ( chronic functional abdominal pain ). It is also hypothesized that a single cell protozoan interacts with the nervous system to cause pain. Antibiotics are used in the treatment of CFAP. Peppermint oil is used to relax the gut and relieve pain.

References :
cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/norovirus.htm
or
doh.dc.gov/doh/cwp/view.a.1370.q.602626.asp

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PEANUT SCARE

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The recall of food items containing peanuts and peanut paste gets more complicated. The reason is that the products produced by The Peanut Corp. of America are used to produce food items sold by 200 companies in the USA and abroad.

3/02/2009

Information courtesy of Indiana University, Health and Wellness, and Google Alerts.

Salmonella Typhimurium is a rod-shaped bacteria that cause food poisoning. The bacteria attack the stomach and intestine. In severe cases, the bacteria enter the lymph tracts. Food poisoning symptoms can be very similar to other ailments, including such diseases as coeliac disease or irritable bowel syndrome.

Among the more notable companies involved in the recalls, the following list can serve as a starting point.

CANDY RECALLS
Walgreens

BROWNIES
Boston Cookies

CAKES AND PIES
Wegmans

ICE CREAM
Hershey's
Welsh Farms

Peanut Butter
Whole Foods
For more information concerning recalls, you can contact the FDA at1-888-INFO-FDA

Resource:

www.RightHealth.com

Reference:

www.netdoctor.uk/health_advise/facts/salmonella.htm

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PEANUT SCARE

BROWNIES
Boston Cookies

CAKES AND PIES
Wegmans

ICE CREAM
Hershey's
Welsh Farms

Peanut Butter
Whole Foods
For more information concerning recalls, you can contact the FDA at1-888-INFO-FDA

Resource:

www.RightHealth.com

Reference:

www.netdoctor.uk/health_advise/facts/salmonella.htm

If you have any questions, contact BOKOB resources.

Do you enjoy beer ? "liquid bread."

ANEURYSMS

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4/15/09

Medtronics has just been approved by the Japanese
Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare for their new product.

THE TALENT THORACIC STENT GRAFT

A stent graft is a fabric tube reinforced with metal springs. The stent is threaded through the femoral artery and positioned at the spot of the aneurysm. In case you are not familiar, an aneurysm is a weakness or bulge in the main blood vessel leading away from the heart.

TEVAR
(thoracic endovascular aortic repair) is performed as a minimally invasive procedure for the treatment of descending thoracic aortic aneurysms. This procedure is considered less dangerous than open surgical repair. Once the stent is in place, it relieves pressure on the weak bulgeand creates a new blood flow pattern.

MEDTRONIC, INC. is headquartered in Minneapolis. It is the world leader in medical technology. Their products has restored the lives of millions of people worldwide.

Just a bit more about aneurysms. A true aneurysm is when the inner layers of the blood vessel bulge outside of the outer layers.

This is particularly dangerous because the dilation (a balloon-like bulge) becomes filled with blood.

As the size increases, so does the risk of a sudden rupture resulting in internal hemorrhaging and death.

Aneurysms are always localized.
Brain aneurysms are as common as aortic aneurysms.

Reference:
earthtimes.org

Resource:
en.wikipedia/wiki/Aneurysm

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SWINE FLU

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5/24/09

The outbreak of swine flu in 2009 began in April. As of May 24, 2009, there have been 12,000 cases reported worldwide in 43 countries. There have been 86 deaths. It is unusual that swine flu, also known as pig flu or hog flu, spreads from infected pigs to humans. It is also unusual that the virus can spread from human to human. But, it has been established that this influenza virus is a mutation. The World Health Organization fears that the likelihood of further mutation is possible.

Reference:

www.nhs.uk/news

Then swine flu is a respiratory infection caused by the Influenza A VIRUS, which causes illness in pigs.

The swine influenza virus (SIV) can be spread from human to human by coughing or sneezing. Also, touching any surface which may have the virus and putting your hands in your mouth or eyes increases the risk of contracting this disease.

Remember.........this virus (H1N1) is a MUTATION.

This mutation makes it easier to be transmitted from human to human. Covering your mouth while coughing and sneezing into the tissue can reduce the spreading of the virus. If you don't have a tissue, sneeze into your armpit. Don't put yourself or others at

RISK !!
This is a pandemic... a worldwide epidemic of AN INFLUENZA VIRUS.

References:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2009_swine_flu_outbreak
www.clorox.com

Clorox products can kill the influenza virus.

Resource:
www.cdc.gov/swineflu

ARTHRITIS MEDS

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6/24/09

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder. Associate with pain, impaired mobility, reduction of strength, and joint function, its' origin is not known. However, a marker for risk has been identified.

The vascular cell adhesion molecule

1(VCAM-1)

There are over 100 medications prescribed for arthritis.

THE TOP TEN LISTbegins with Methotrexate and Folic acid and ends with Lyrica.

CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN FOR TREATMENT OPTIONS.

Reference:

www.medicalnewstoday.com

WEST NILE VIRUS

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Summer 2009

July thru September

The summertime is a welcomed season in the northeast USA.

However, the summer brings swarms of insects.

MOSQUITOS

Mosquitos spread Mosquito-borne viruses. There are two mosquito-borne viruses:

West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis.

The high-risk months are July through fall.

These viruses cause encephalitis.

This is how it happens.

Mosquitos bite infected birds.

Then they bite humans.

No evidence handling an infected Bird or ANIMALcan spread the disease.

However, use caution in handling dead birds or animals. Use gloves and double-bagging for discarding.

MOST PEOPLE HAVE NO SYMPTOMS.

If you are over 50 years of age...you are at HIGH RISK.

Symptoms include:

high fever

muscle weakness

headache

disorientation

neck stiffness

tremors, coma

And....even death !!

NO VACCINE IS AVAILABLE.

USE CAUTION.

Here are a few tips:

a) avoid bites

b) remove stagnant water

c) use a repellent

d) avoid wetlands and swamps

e) cut grass low

Have an enjoyable and healthy SUMMER.

Reference:

www.brooklinema.gov

HEALTH CARE REFORM

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10/20/09

Is it time for health care reform?

Consider some facts.
Health care premiums have doubled in the last eight years.
This is 3.7 times faster than increases in wages. Also, there has been an increase in co-pays and deductibles. Some insurance companies even limit doctor visits and days in the hospital. One-half of all bankruptcies are due to medical bills.

One hundred thousand people die from hospital errors each year. One-quarter of all medical spending goes to antiquated administrative and overhead costs.

Over 45 million Americans lack health

COVERAGE !!
80 % are working families.

Skyrocketing costs have made it difficult for employers to provide affordable coverage. Americans go without insurance and preventive screening for CANCER SCREENING and immunization.

PRESIDENT OBAMA HAS A NEW PLAN.

If you like your present insurance, you can keep it. You can expect to see as much as a $2,500 reduction in costs.

If you have no insurance.....there are options.

How can costs be lowered?

- increase insurance competition
- eliminate waste
- new administrative bookkeeping
- import drugs
- increase the use of generic drugs
- reimburse employers for catastrophic illness costs

EVERY WESTERN COUNTRY HAS SOME FORM OF SOCIALIZED MEDICINE EXCEPT THE USA.

There is currently a debate over socialized medicine, our current system, and the proposed plan.

But, can any system avoid corruption?

Reference:
www.barackobama.com/pdf/issues/HealthCareFullPlan.pdf

INSOMNIA

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11/12/09

The winter season is almost here. And, for those of us who live in variable climates, this means long, cold nights. Wrapping yourself in warm blankets seems like a great idea for a restful night.

BUT not if you have insomnia.
Sleep is controlled by a hormone produced in the pineal gland of the brain.

The hormone is called MELATONIN.

Melatonin levels are low during the day and high at night. But, if you burn the candle at both ends, your melatonin levels might be a bit out of normal fluctuation.

Do you ask why I have highlighted the word, MELATONIN, in red?

NOT BY COINCIDENCE.

It has long been known that cherries contain melatonin.

Cherries contain antioxidants. They also have anti-inflammatory properties. As such, they are good for asthma, autoimmune diseases, and even heart disease.

Studies indicate that eating cherries helps in:

muscle repair

healthy skin

lowering cholesterol

Andfighting CANCER.

Melatonin, in cherries, is natures' sleep-regulating

HORMONE.

Cherries are great in season. But, thankfully, they can be found year-round in the frozen section of your supermarket. Cherry juice is also a great source for melatonin. Supplements, containing melatonin are also available.
The only problem is that the amounts of melatonin in these supplements can vary from product to product.
Too much melatonin can be as bad as too little.
Recently, I stumbled across an article about cherries and melatonin.
CheriPharm was recommended,in the article, as a good source of melatonin.
So, have some cherries, or cherry juice, today.
You'll sleep cherry soundly !!

Resource:

www.sheknows.com

Reference:
www.CherryPharm.com

ASTHMA

WINTER TRiGGER

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01/04/10

Winter can be a beautiful time of year. Glistening white snow covering evergreens and children building snowmen make the winter season a delightful time for all.

But........the winter cold can be a trigger for asthma.

Asthma is a disease. There is no cure.

There are available medications to treat the symptoms, but they only help acute attacks.

Asthma causes inflammation and constriction of the air passages. You can feel the constriction but not the inflammation.

There are many asthma triggers.

beer
wine
shrimp
dried fruit
processed potatoes
pollen and mold
smoke
perfumes
paint
hair spray
powders

even.......cockroaches and mites

But, the cold weather can be the worst of all.

Air conditioning the home can help remove triggers like dust. Many asthmatics suffer from depression. Too many visits to the doctor lead to anxiety about an incurable disease.

Twenty million Americans have ASTHMA.

So, what can you do?

Avoid triggers as much as possible and use HERBS.

Herbs like:

GARLIC

MULLEIN OIL

PRIMROSE OIL

KYOLIC

LOBELIA

Search the web for more interesting herbal solutions.

Reference:
www.healthprofessor.com
www.advair.com

2/15/10

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....................................................................HEART MONTH.

February is heart month. Cardiovascular disease and stroke are the number one killers in the USA. Since 1963, Congress required the President to declare February as "American Heart Month. Volunteers visit homes and raise funds and pass out information. Cardiovascular disease includes:

high blood pressure

heart attack and angina

congestive heart failure

stroke

and.......congenital heart defects.

More than 70 million Americans suffer from heart disease.65 million have stroked.

There is a new test available to determine the risk of a heart attack.

Cardio c-reactive protein test

This test measures the level of C-reactive protein in the blood.

No fasting is required.

C-reactive protein is produced in the liver in response to:

infections

arthritis

cancer

Cholesterol testing measures lipid or fat metabolism. The C-reactive protein test indicates a risk for cardiovascular disease in healthy patients because it measures an INFLAMMATORY STATE.

Reference:

www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?indentifier=4441

Resource:

www.americanheart.org

3/25/10

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HIV/AIDS EPIDEMIC

The HIV/AIDS epidemic continues with 56.300 new infections in the USA and 33 million worldwide each year.

The complex nature of the infectionmakes it a tough infection to combat.Understanding the relationshipbetween the HIV/AIDS virus and the human immune system is crucial to controlling the disease.

The National Institute of Allergy and InfectiousDiseases

explores how the virus infectscells to help enhance the immune response.Historically, vaccineshave been the major weapon against infectious diseases.

The goal is to develop a vaccine to combat HIV/AIDS.At the same time, vaccines are being developed to alter the course of thedisease.

The human body cannotmount an attack against the virus.A new strategy is known as

PrEP

or..........pre-exposure prophylaxis,involves daily doses ofantiretrovial medicines.

Be informed. Learn more.

Reference:

http://www3.niad.nih.gov/topics/HIVAIDS/

Volcanic Ash

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4/22/10

With the eruption of the Iceland volcano, concerns have risen in Europe. Everyone is fearful of respiratory diseases. Experts say the volcanic ash poses a minor health risk.

You are more likely to have:

runny nose

scratchy throat

itchy eyes

and heavy particles can scratch the cornea of the eye.

Volcanic ash is composed of small tephra, which is pulverized

ROCK and GLASS.

Volcanic ash can cause machinery to fail and global cooling.

Airline flights to and from Europe have been canceled.

Significant accumulation of ashcan lead to ecosystem failures.

Ashfall from theEYJAFJALLAJAKULL

VOLCANO is are particularly bad in the UK.

Ashfall has been spotted as far south as Swindon,

BRIZE NORTONand .....KENT.

Asthma patients and the elderly should be concerned. Those with BRONCHITISor EMPHYSEMA should wear masks and take precautions. NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT INHALERS and MEDS.

PROTECT YOUR RESPIRATORY HEALTH.

Gulf Oil Spill

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6/20/10

The recent Gulf oil spill has covered 61.854 sq. miles.

It is estimated that between 20 - 43 million gallons of oil have spilled into Mexico's Gulf.

The Gulf area is closed to fishing as of 6/01/10.

The seafood industry of Louisiana and the Gulf is worth 23.4 billion dollars.....all in jeopardy.

Many of the workers in the Gulf are complaining about:

nausea

dizziness

and headaches.

Many residents of the area are also ill.

There has been much research on health disorders and petroleum-based products. These chemicals affect the nervous system and immune system after prolonged exposure.

Illnesses include:

cancer

autoimmune disorders

asthma

allergies

miscarriages

infertility.

It is believed that the problem is caused by impaired DNA expression, weakening DNA repair, degeneration of liver and kidneys, and weakening of BLOOD BRAIN BARRIER.

Aside from higher seafood prices, PAH levels can be found in the tissues of fish and shellfish.

POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS

These chemicals give seafood a "taint" smell. Scientists need to take a "risk assessment" of PAH levels in seafood.

Reference:

www.thefiscaltimes.com

Bed bug Epidemic

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7/29/10

In the 1940s and 1950s, bed bugs were eradicated by DDT. When the EPA banned DDT in 1972, bed bugs began their resurgence. By mid-2000, complaints of bed bug infestation in NYC and London became more numerous.

Bed bugs were found in theatres, posh hotels, and...affluent neighborhoods. Bed bug saliva contains agents that keep blood from clotting and anesthetics that numb the pain. These chemicals keep blood flowing, allowing the insect to to continue sucking. The arthropod's saliva may be valuable in developing anti-coagulants, vasodilators, and pain inhibitors.

You can prevent bed bug bites by:

using thyme,

boric acid

rubbing alcohol to repel the insects.

Insect repellent used at night before bed will discourage biting.

Boilingchilies and spraying the bed and immediate area will help to ward off the pests.

Of course......a professional exterminator may be your last attempt to rid yourself of BEDBUGS.

www.bedbugepidemic.com

Major Hurricanes.......and Survival.

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9/18/10

Surviving a major hurricane takes more than just having food and water. Paying attention to evacuation orders may save your life. Understanding the dangers and having stock provisions are critical. The following provisions are necessary:

3 day supply of water

canned tuna

peanut butter

crackers

canned fruits

canned juice

Hazards include:

dangerous winds

flooding

sewerage

fecal matter

E Coli

hepatitis

Those most prepared for a hurricane seem to be between 30 and 45, white Americans earning 80K or more per year.

ATTENTION.

DANGER.

Don't be foolish.

HURRICANES CAN KILL.

Either be prepared or evacuate. You can't fight the wrath of.....Mother Nature.

Health hazards of Coal Mining

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11/25/2010

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, and may GOD bless.

All of us have heard about the miraculous rescue of the coal miners in Chili. After all, the job has its' hazards in more ways than one. Residents of coal mining communities often have impaired health without going down into the earth. There is an increased risk of developing chronic heart disease, lung problems, and kidney disease. Coal processing chemicals, equipment powered by diesel fuel, explosives, toxic impurities in the coal, and coal dust can cause health problems in residents.

Also, residents are 30%more likely to develop high blood pressure. Here are some more alarming facts:

313 more deaths each year compared to normal data

COPD increases by 1 % for every 1,462 tons of coal produced.

Hypertension increases by 1%for each 1 873 tons of coal produced.

You don't have to be a miner to experience the effects of long time exposure to COAL.

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BOBBIEZINE-O-MINE:

Abdominal pain, swine flu, West Nile ...and more.

1/29/2009

PEANUT SCARE

PEANUT SCARE

ANEURYSMS

SWINE FLU

ARTHRITIS MEDS

WEST NILE VIRUS

HEALTH CARE REFORM

INSOMNIA

ASTHMA

2/15/10

3/25/10

Volcanic Ash

Gulf Oil Spill

Bed bug Epidemic

Major Hurricanes.......and Survival.

Health hazards of Coal Mining