Restrictions urged for antibiotic use
The American College of Physicians American Society of Internal Medicine urges doctors to stop prescribing antibiotics for most adults with upper respiratory infections. Most bronchitis and sinusitis cases are viral and not treatable with antibiotics. symptoms often subside in two weeks without treatment. The guidelines exclude patients over 65 and those with diabetes or heart and lung problems, amid concerns about antibiotic resistance and overuse.
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American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine
Annals of Internal Medicine
Facts About Lowering Blood Pressure Fact Sheet
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute notes hypertension is not inevitable with age. A 16 page fact sheet for middle aged or older adults covers risk factors prevention diagnosis and treatment. Available online or by request via mail. Call (301) 592 8573 or visit the institute web site.
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National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Nhibi.nih
Elliptical Trainers Move Into Group Exercise Classes
The elliptical trainer, a popular cardio machine, will be used in group workouts. Instructors guide resistance and pace to build strength and speed, with changes simulating uphill hiking or sprinting as the user adapts.
Coping with cancer pain resources expand patient aid
At least half of cancer patients endure chronic pain and a quarter suffer breakthrough pain from three minutes to three hours. The Association of Cancer Online Resources promotes cancer-pain.org to help patients and caregivers learn about pain, coping strategies and treatments.
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Association of Cancer Online Resources
Cancer
Household poisons risk to toddlers highlighted in Poison Prevention Week
National Poison Prevention Week urges awareness of household hazards as toddlers 1 to 3 years old face the highest accidental poisoning risk. Pharmacist Debra Allen Barnes stresses child access to cleaners medicines cosmetics and even plants, with safe storage and proper disposal crucial in reducing harm.
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Debra Allen Barnes
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Allen+Barnes
Poison safety tips for preventing child poisonings
Never call medicine candy. Buy medicines in childproof packaging and replace caps after use. Keep harmful products out of sight. Do not take medicine in front of children. Be alert for repeated poisonings as kids may repeat within a year. If poisoning is suspected, call Mid-America Poison Control Center KU Medical Center at 800 332 6633 or 913 588 6633.
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Stegall
Allen-Barnes
Allen Barnes
Mid-America
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