ORN in head and neck cancer treated with hyperbaric therapy
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital warns about osteoradionecrosis ORN a radiation side effect in jawbone following head and neck cancer treatment. Perry Finger describes ORN risk about 10 percent and hyperbaric chamber therapy to promote healing. Preventive dental evaluation before radiation is emphasized and a treatment protocol may involve 30 sessions plus follow up care.
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Perry Finger
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
Alexander
Finger
Nancy Kibbe
Houston Methodist San Jacinto
Flu vaccine more effective this year and milder season
Preliminary data from a Avanta meeting show the flu vaccine is about 59 percent effective, a marked improvement over last winter. Officials say the season remains milder so far and has not yet peaked, with the vaccine matching current circulating strains.
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New York
Avanta
Prevention not panic best defense against Zika virus
Health officials urge focus on mosquitos as the real threat while noting a rare sexually transmitted Zika case in Houston. They emphasize prevention measures for pregnant patients and travelers, including DEET repellents, protective clothing, and staying in air conditioned spaces amid lingering travel and outbreak uncertainties.
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Brazil
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World Health Organization
United States
Legacy Community Health
Latin America
Tom Frieden
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
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