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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/21/20
… fine-detail data to show you which way the wind is blowing. The NYP Infonet and Columbia University can be … sources going forward. In broad strokes, we know New York is the national epicenter of COVID-19 infection, with a … COVID+ patients. Institutions not renowned for their fast reflexes have been remarkably nimble. Case in point, 3 …
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New Cocktail Boosts Recovery from Hepatitis C
… For someone with liver disease, a cocktail is normally a forbidden luxury. But in some cases, it may be … cocktail causes a number of undesirable side effects, it is nevertheless viewed as a "huge advance," says Elizabeth … anemia, sometimes requiring a transfusion. Telaprevir is also associated with a rash, among other undesirable …
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Asthma
… Asthma is a common respiratory disease that affects millions of … Flow : This is a basic test that measures how hard and fast the patient can breathe out. Other Tests The following … relax the airways, and help make breathing easier. Fast-Acting Medications These medications can be taken at the …
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The Heart: A Love Story
… a person’s soul and kept their body warm. Today, the heart is a universal symbol of love and affection. We see its … grew so obsessed with silphium that they stamped silver coins with the plant’s heart-shaped seedpod on one side and … cousin of the fennel plant was effective contraception is most likely ancient urban myth, but did the heart-shaped …
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History of Medicine: Time Magazine's "Cancer Man"
… the use of radiation. For this pioneering work, he is remembered as the father of the multidisciplinary … Ewing Society was established in 1940. Today the society is known by its new name, chosen in 1975 – the Society of …
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Robotic Hernia Surgery: How It Works and Why It Matters
… surgery and wondered what it really means for patients. Is a robot actually performing your operation? Will you recover faster? Is it safer than traditional surgery? These are important … that provides a magnified, immersive view of the surgical site. Unlike traditional surgery where the surgeon looks at a …
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The Parathyroid Glands and Their Functions
… calcium level decreases, the PTH level increases. What is Hyperparathyroidism? Hyperparathyroidism is a condition where the parathyroid glands produce too much … high calcium levels if the deficiency is corrected too fast before the operation. How is Hyperparathyroidism …
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History of Medicine: Our 5 for the New $10
… on both general circulation and commemorative bills and coins in the past: Martha Washington, Pocahontas, Susan B. … for example) has set off a lively discussion as to who is most deserving of the honor. Though the candidate pool is a plethora of accomplished figures (Harriet Tubman, …
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Stories of Hope: Alyson's Story Update
… to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer. And this update is written in hopes of sharing courage, strength and hope for … been amazing. I am even more happy to say that on November 26, 2013, during Pancreatic Cancer awareness month I was able … Fund, please contact me at courage_and_strength@yahoo.com Courage, Strength & Hope, Alyson Peluso Read about …
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Becoming a Kidney Donor
… Center (NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia), a dedicated team is there from the start to help each potential donor fully … transplant coordinator, social worker, and psychiatrist—is to ensure objectivity and donor advocacy throughout the … 18 years old up into their 70s. Age-specific good health is required and immunological compatibility (blood type and …
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What We’re Reading (and Viewing): Barbie Edition
… on the rise, CDC reports A food allergy caused by ticks is rising in the United States. More and more people are … still don’t know this allergy exists. ( From statnews.com ) How Fake Science Sells Wellness From Instagram to the … to spot dubious studies and false claims. ( From nytimes.com ) And now for the pièce de résistance— If you’re out in …
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Immunosuppressant Medications After Lung Transplantation
… time you will become very comfortable with the routine. It is important to take your medications as you were instructed. … place. REMEMBER THAT NOT TAKING MEDICATIONS AS PRESCRIBED IS ONE OF THE MOST COMMON REASONS FOR TRANSPLANT FAILURE! …
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State of the Union: Heart Failure and Transplant in 2021
… about heart failure deaths, why the rise? You know, this is a critical question not enough people are addressing. I … they identify that they cannot anymore and the patient is too sick, they offer the patient hospice care. Yet that … 30 percent. And in actual real-life studies , not in the official champion study, by up to 70 percent. And really this …
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Diaphragmatic Hernias
… hernias? Diaphragmatic hernias occur when there is a weakness, or opening, in the diaphragm, the sheet-like … the opening and appear in the thoracic cavity, which is a surgical emergency. Diaphragmatic hernias are often named after their location. A Morgagni hernia is located more towards the front, where the colon or omentum …
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Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
… A tummy tuck ( abdominoplasty ) is a surgical procedure in which excess fat and skin are … are easier to maintain with proper diet and exercise. What is a Tummy Tuck? A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure to reshape and tighten the …
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