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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 2001
Page
18
Explains natural menopause as a 12 month absence of periods and induced menopause from ovarian damage or surgery. Describes hot flashes in about two thirds, typical duration three to five years, and postmenopausal health risks. Covers hormone therapy choices, risks, and contacts for more information.
A Penn State study of 5 year olds in central Pennsylvania shows overweight girls feel bad about themselves and question abilities when mothers restrict food or express weight concerns. The research, in Pediatrics, emphasizes constructive home environments and healthy habits over dieting for all children.
Cedar Rapids guests at a Women’s Health and Sports Symposium discuss nutrition myths. Susan Kundrat of Nutrition on the Move warns that thinner does not always equal better performance and urges athletes, parents, coaches, and teachers to rethink eating choices.
The article warns that moderate to high activity requires 16 to 25 plus calories per pound, and that dieting can cause low energy, injuries, and future bone problems. It cautions about unsafe supplements and fad diets, urging medical guidance and balanced meals with protein, grains, fruits, and vegetables.
Kepros advises athletes under 16 to avoid heavy lifting and focus on proper form and repetition to prevent injuries. He highlights neuromuscular control and functional training tied to sport specific movements, plus nutrition as a key performance component. Glanzer adds exercise benefits for all ages, including balance, weight control, diabetes and arthritis management.
Area hospitals report minimal change as new rule requires treating pain as a fifth vital sign. Officials from Mercy Iown City and others say policies and procedures have long included pain monitoring, alongside temperature and other vitals.
The American Heart Association urges fitness centers to screen members for heart problems and to have an emergency plan. More than half of gym members are over 35 with rapid growth in the 55 plus group. Pain assessment scales are used for children and adults, and JCAHO standards push facilities to address pain as a patients rights issue.
Kirkwood Community College will run a Spanish for Medical Personnel course starting March 6 in Iowa City. The program trains nurses therapists social workers and other allied professionals to use basic Spanish to communicate with Hispanic patients and to gain cultural insight. The class meets Tuesdays 7 to 9 p.m. through May 15 at Mercy Medical Plaza with 2.0 CEU credits and a $110 tuition. Instructor is Dr. Jose Rodriguez. For more information contact Joyce Downing or Kirkwood Continuing Education.
A series of health oriented events and talks are scheduled across local centers. Mercy Women's Center hosts Heart of a Woman on Feb 6 with Dr Todd Langager discussing female heart health and new treatments. Free BP screening offered at The Medicine Shoppe today. Other sessions cover exercise fundamentals immunizations genetic testing and weight management with multiple pre registration calls and modest fees.
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