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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 2002
Page
25
The column explains retinitis pigmentosa affects over 1.5 million people worldwide with varied inheritance patterns and symptoms. It notes no cure, possible delaying therapies, and suggests Foundation Fighting Blindness for information and support groups. It also describes growth plate stapling as a method to equalize leg lengths and outlines the procedure and follow up.
The government approves adding two omega-3 fats, DHA and AA, to infant formula to support brain and vision development. Experts note potential IQ gains, especially for premature babies, with debates on long term impact and price increase. Breast milk remains best.
IDA is the world’s most common anemia. Women face higher risk from smaller iron stores, pregnancy, and menstruation. Children can be affected by rapid growth or lead poisoning. Diagnosis uses hematocrit and hemoglobin tests. GI bleeding tests may be ordered. Treatments include oral iron such as ferrous sulfate with dosing guidelines and dietary iron sources.
Health notes outline programs for caregivers and loss of a child support group at St Luke's in Cedar Rapids. Also listed are exercise classes at Nassif Heart Center and St Luke's Center for Health and Well being, plus tai chi and yoga sessions at Mercy Fitness Center and CPR training with dates, times, venues, and contact numbers.
An article in Annals of Emergency Medicine cites 16 roller coaster related head and neck injuries. It notes rising park injury rates 1996 to 1999 and urges ER physicians to check patients with recent amusement park visits for brain injuries.
Oncology Associates in Cedar Rapids advertises a research trial comparing a non invasive colon test to hemocult and colonoscopy. Participants will provide three stool samples and undergo three tests including colonoscopy. funding covers procedures with no out of pocket costs. Call Shana Coker at 362 2690 ext 321 to participate.
Iowa City Hospice at 1025 Wade St presents two grief workshops. The March 4 session aids parents and professionals from 6 30 to 8 30 p m. The March 7 session serves children teens and adults from 6 30 to 8 30 p m. Call 351 5665 for information and registration.
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