Depression a serious illness not mere blues say UI doctors
University of Iowa doctors warn low mood is a treatable clinical illness that can shorten life if untreated. Dr George Winokur explains symptoms, recurrence, and risk factors while noting effective therapies including electroconvulsive therapy and antidepressants.
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University of Iowa Health News Service
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University of Iowa College of Medicine
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Fat sucking diet hoax debunked by plastic surgeons
A Cedar Rapids Gazette health note warns that fat sucking lipectomy is not a cure for obesity. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons says the procedure is safe only when done by a certified surgeon and does not replace diet and exercise. The column promotes proven weight loss methods and offers prenatal care literature for purchase.
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Richard Simmons
Cedar Rapids
When to Seek Help for Low Mood in Iowa City
Four or more persistent symptoms over two weeks signal possible depression. Signs include sadness hopelessness irritability loss of interest appetite or weight changes altered sleep slowed or agitated movements guilt or worthlessness difficulty concentrating or decision making and thoughts of death. Seek a physician promptly if these apply.
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U of I
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U of I Psychiatry Department
Zimmerman
Iowa City
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Antidepressants May Take Weeks to Help Mood
Medical guidance notes antidepressant medicines often require several weeks before noticeable mood improvement, and treatment should continue for several months. Distributed by Iowa Newspaper Association.
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