Mall Walkers Club Meeting at Morrison’s Cafeteria
The Mall Walkers Club meets Thursday at Morrison’s Cafeteria in Eastridge Mall. Guest speaker Dr. Mark Petryna, oral surgeon at Gaston Memorial Hospital, talks about dental implants for older patients. Breakfast available at 8:30 a.m. for $2.50. program starts at 9 a.m. Register by Wednesday with Gaston Memorial Hospital PR at 866-2226. Public encouraged to attend.
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Open House Celebrates One Year of Gaston Memorial Neuroscience Unit
The Neuroscience Unit at Gaston Memorial Hospital hosts an open house on Tuesday June 30 from 1 to 5 p.m. to mark its first anniversary. The 14 bed unit treats brain neck and back surgery patients acute stroke cases and head injuries with rehab focused care. Tours and Q&A will be offered and equipment on display. A door prize drawing features an autographed Richard Petty picture. Refreshments will be served.
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Richard Petty
Look Your Best Feel Your Best Cancer Seminar
Gaston Memorial Hospital presents a free program for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation to guide cosmetic, nutritional, and wardrobe needs. The next session is Thursday July 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. in classroom 6. Call 866-2226 for details.
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Washington taps ban cuts child burn injuries
A 1983 Washington law limiting hot water heater temps to 120 degrees correlated with fewer and milder severe scald burns in children, according to University of Washington researchers. Experts urge households to lower settings to prevent burns and save energy.
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University of Washington School of Medicine
Seattle
Wheat fiber may cut breast cancer risk study says
American Health Foundation research suggests high fiber diets reduce estrogen-driven cancer risk. Women avoiding desserts and eating five servings of fruits and vegetables and six servings of bread cereals and legumes daily may reach 20 to 30 grams of fiber each day.
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National Research Council
Stay Safe In Heat Exercise Warnings For Public Health
The Associated Press explains heat exhaustion and heatstroke risk during hot weather. Excessive sweating causes fluid and salt loss leading to fatigue dizziness and fainting. severe cases require rapid cooling and medical care. Infants and the elderly are especially at risk and should avoid strenuous activity in extreme heat.
Teens and younger children in crisis warn of self harm
An 8-year-old boy and a 10-year-old boy reveal thoughts of dying or self harm and a 15-year-old girl discusses taking pills to die. Dr. Pfeffer urges serious attention, noting risk rises with age and that mood changes signal danger. Factors include sustained low mood, withdrawal, relationship loss, and possible abuse or family disruption.
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Cornell University Medical Center
Advances in Endoscopy and CAT Scans for Sinus Diagnosis
New endoscopes and refined CAT scan technology enhance sinus examination. Combined with traditional views, they enable precise diagnosis of sinus disease. Sinus problems affect about 33.5 million people with over 1.5 billion dollars spent yearly on treatments. The nasal system produces a pint to a quart of mucus daily, increasing with infection.
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