ANN ARBOR–(ENEWSPF)–October 28, 2013. High school seniors who misuse prescription pain medications risk abusing other controlled substances as young adults, a new University of Michigan study indicates. The study found that about a third of 18-year-olds who took prescription opioids, such as Vicodin and OxyContin, for nonmedical purposes reported continued[Read More…]
Health and Fitness
American Academy of Pediatrics Offers Guidance on Managing Children’s and Adolescents’ Media Use
ORLANDO, Fla.—(ENEWSPF)—October 28, 2013. From TV to smart phones to social media, the lives of U.S. children and families are dominated by 24/7 media exposure. Despite this, many children and teens have few rules around their media use. According to a revised policy statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics[Read More…]
After a Concussion Students May Need Gradual Transition Back to Academics
American Academy of Pediatrics offers new guidance on “returning to learning” after concussion ORLANDO, Fla.—(ENEWSPF)—October 28, 2013. A concussion should not only take a student athlete off the playing field – it may also require a break from the classroom, according to a new clinical report from the American Academy[Read More…]
Stroke – the Leading Cause of Disability in Illinois and the U.S.
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–October 28, 2013. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in Illinois and is the leading cause of disability. This year’s theme for World Stroke Day, October 29, 2013, is “Because I Care,” which emphasizes that stroke is preventable and the benefits of prevention extend to all those who[Read More…]
Up in Smoke: A Timeline of Marijuana Use in the U.S.
Source: Up in Smoke: A Timeline of Marijuana Use in the U.S. (ENEWSPF)- The infographic in text: The political discussion regarding decriminalizing marijuana use is centuries old, yet remains a hot-button issue even today. Where did it all start? Are we heading for a full legalization of marijuana throughout the[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Introduces Ordinance To Accommodate Vertiport In Chicago Medical District For Business, Medical Use
Vertiport would be first public-use helicopter landing site near downtown Chicago since 2003 CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 25, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced that an ordinance has been introduced to accelerate progress of the Vertiport USA-Chicago project. The Vertiport, a first-class helicopter landing, takeoff, storage and parking facility, will be built on property[Read More…]
Oregon Researchers Say Supplement Cuts Muscle Loss in Knee Replacements
EUGENE, Oregon–(ENEWSPF)–October 25, 2013 — Twenty grams of essential amino acids taken twice daily for a week before and for two weeks after knee-replacement surgeries helped 16 patients, mean age 69, recover faster and with much less muscle atrophy than a control group ingesting a placebo. The approach — detailed[Read More…]
New Report Shows Wildfire Smoke Poses Health Risk to Millions of Americans Many Miles from the Blazes
Among the states ranked, those worst-hit in 2011 are: TX, IL, FL, MO, GA, LA, MI, AL, OK, and IA; major impacts also seen in AR, MS, KS, TN, CO, NM, NE, IN, SC, and MN WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–October 25, 2013 – Wildfires will get worse with climate change, not only endangering[Read More…]
Pharmacy Group Announces Formation Of Medical Marijuana Task Force
Alexandria, VA–(ENEWSPF)–October 24, 2013.The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) has announced its intent to establish a task force to better educate pharmacists to the management of cannabis therapy. “Medical marijuana has come to the forefront of patient care in many of the diseases that Specialty Pharmacists treat including Multiple[Read More…]
FDA Approves Investigational Trials Assessing Cannabidiol For Pediatric Epilepsy
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 24, 2013. The US Food and Drug Administration has approved two clinical trials to assess the efficacy of cannabidiol (CBD), a nonpsychoactive plant cannabinoid, in the treatment of intractable pediatric epilepsy. The two approved trials will take place at New York Medical School and at the University of[Read More…]
