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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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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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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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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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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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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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Cosmetic Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
… ear cartilage into a more natural shape. This procedure is performed quite commonly in both children and adults. … If you are considering a cosmetic procedure, our team is here to help. Call us at (212) 305-3103 or request an …
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Lung Surgery
… Lung surgery is a type of procedure that involves repairing or removing a … need to know about lung surgery. Key Facts Lung cancer is one of the most common reasons to receive lung surgery, although it is also used to treat various other conditions, such as COPD …
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Stomach Cancer Care (Gastric Cancer)
… Stomach cancer (also called gastric cancer) is a curable disease with effective treatment options. When … century, we posed a simple question to our doctors: "What is the single most futuristic thing we're doing in surgery … University Irving Medical Center is committed to providing the highest quality of care through …
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Thymus Cancer
… Thymus cancer is a rare condition involving abnormal growths on the thymus gland, a small organ that is a part of the immune system. Multiple types of treatment … The other type, thymic carcinomas, grows faster and is more likely to spread to other parts of the body. The …
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Diaphragmatic Pacing
… Diaphragmatic pacing , also called phrenic nerve pacing, is a treatment that postpones or eliminates the need for … weakness or paralysis . Key info Diaphragmatic pacing is a surgical treatment for those with diaphragm weakness or … message to expand contract - facilitating breathing What is diaphragmatic pacing? A specially-trained thoracic surgeon …
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Bronchoscopy / Lung Biopsy
… Bronchoscopy is a diagnostic procedure used to obtain a small amount of … people who have undergone lung transplant, bronchoscopy is used to monitor organ rejection Complications from … The most common complication is bleeding from the biopsy site. During a bronchoscopy, a lung doctor takes a small …
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Lung & Chest Conditions and Treatments
… 305-3408 or request an appointment online today. Our team is now seeing patients in New Jersey at our New Jersey Lung & … Cente r. Learn more » Lung and Chest Conditions ARDS – is an acute respiratory distress syndrome, a life-threatening … by autoimmune disorders. Bronchiectasis – Bronchiectasis is a condition that results from chronic bacterial infections …
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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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