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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1998
Page
20
A reflective piece contrasts smoking risks with a dramatic gun scenario and urges quitting. It cites cancer risks and life-saving programs, noting resources such as the American Cancer Society and local cessation initiatives. It emphasizes family impact and offers contacts for help.
Pfizer's Viagra, a blue pill for male impotence, could become a multi billion dollar drug with FDA approval anticipated within a week. Analysts project broad use, potential off label prescriptions, and substantial Wall Street impact as doctors warn of possible recreational misuse.
A Newsweek report cites 1997 revenues of 117 million for impotency drugs. Treatments include alprostadil suppositories or gel applications, yohimbine pills, penile implants with cylinders and a scrotal pump, injections, and vacuum pumps. costs range from about 25 per shot to 5 000 for implants, with safety notes for pregnant partners and prior medical guidance.
The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics hosts a free seminar on heart disease prevention for women as part of its centennial celebration. The session runs 7 to 8 30 p.m. at the Hampton Inn Coralville with pre-event cholesterol and blood pressure screenings from 6 to 7 p.m. Three U I physicians will speak on vitamins exercise hormone therapy and recent cardiothoracic surgery advances. Pre-registration is encouraged and is available by calling (319) 384 9392.
Mercy Education Center hosts Us Too Prostate Cancer talk with Bill Palos and Sandi Perrin. Mercy Mobile Mammography visits Williamsburg Amana Johnson Avenue Vinton Belle Plaine Clarence Tipton Central City Center Point Monticello. CPR certification at Mercy Medical Center April 16 and 23. CHADD meets April 16. Alzheimer's support group meets Tuesday at 3100 E Ave NW. Pulmonary function screening at Ameri can Home Patient on 712 Third Ave SE.
Dr Jimmy Cox advances an open heart maze procedure turning heart tissue into a pathway for electrical signals to stop atrial fibrillation. He has treated nearly 300 patients with 4 percent relapse and is testing a less invasive method guided by a video scope. George, a patient, recovers with improved heart rhythm though some post op issues remain.
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