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DNA Testing and Fear of Genetic Discrimination
The number of Americans taking of precautionary DNA testing is on the decline, and the reason appears to be fear of genetic discrimination from health insurers and employers. Some health experts are now calling for new legislation to help protect US citizens from being discriminated against, should their DNA reveal health risks. A bill, known as the Genetic Information and Nondiscrimination Act, was passed by the House of Representatives last year, but has yet to reach Senate. The bill would prohibit insurers from denying benefits or raising premiums as a result of genetic information, and would prohibit employers from collecting or making use of genetic information for hiring, firing or compensation decisions. (Read more about DNA Testing and Fear of Genetic Discrimination)
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How Real is the Threat of Pandemic?
Dr. John Cahill explains that our world is becoming increasingly small and easy access air travel and global urbanization has created the possibility for the very real threat of pandemic. The internet has made international travel quick and easy and soon a majority of the global population will live in close quarter urban environments. A good example is SARS, which started in China, made its way to Hong Kong, and spread throughout the world rapidly. More recently, though there have not been a large number of reported cases, Avian Influenza has the potential to be a serious threat to public health. If someone with the common Flu were to meet someone with Avian Influenza, there is a very real possibility that the two could mutate into something very virulent and spread rapidly. (Read more about How Real is the Threat of Pandemic?)
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A Crisis In Modern Scientific Education
Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses a crisis in modern scientific education. For Dr. Fuster the crisis is not a lack of technical skill, but lack of creativity. Dr. Fuster explores how science, and specifically medical education, has become overly oriented to our present technological world at the expense of creativity. He also urges scientist and their students to be open enough to be aware of the social implications of their work, For example, extending cell life may have great implications for extending a human life, but then we should be aware of the social implications of such research as well. He also emphasizes how real innovation comes from creativity not technical expertise. (Read more about A Crisis In Modern Scientific Education)
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What is Gastroenterology?
Video: Dr. Jonathan Cohen of the Concorde Medical Group discusses Gastroenterology.
Gastroenterology is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on the digestive tract - from the mouth to the anus. Gastroenterolgy studies the functioning and disorders of the esophagus, stomach and intestines, as well as its associated organs such as the liver, pancreas and gall bladder.
There is documented evidence that some forms of Gastroenterolgy were practiced in ancient Egypt. Greek, Roman and Arab practitioners studied the digestive tracts of the human body with specially designed spatula and mirrors illuminated by candles or oil lamps. More complex tools for examining the rectum with dilating specula were found in the ruins of Pompeii. (Read more about What is Gastroenterology?)
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What is Renal Stenosis?
It is very interesting that a lot of people don't know that blocking the arteries of the kidney can be a cause for hypertension. Particularly someone who is young and becomes hypertensive suddenly, one should make sure there is no blockage in the renal arteries. There are millions of people with hypertension, so it's easy to think that we should simply give them medications. But it's important to understand that there is a very small segment of the population, who develop hypertension at a young age, particularly in their twenties, thirties, forties. They need to be looked into. All we need to do is a scan of their kidneys. What is called a duplex scan or an ultrasound of their arteries. With this methodology we can actually pick up a narrowing of the arteries. (Read more about What is Renal Stenosis?)
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What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?
Dr. Sattesh Babu of Vascular Associates of Westchester discusses Peripheral Arterial Disease, who is at risk, why it is important to be screened and current treatments. (Read more about What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?)
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What is Carotid Stenosis?
Dr. Sateesh Babu of Vascular Associates of Westchester discusses "What is Carotid Stenosis?", the treatments, who should be screened and future developments, such as new stenting techniques. (Read more about What is Carotid Stenosis?)
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Surgical Prep
Each year, nearly 2 million patients in U.S. hospitals get infections following surgery or other medical procedures, and about 90,000 die.
But amidst all the news and concern surrounding hospital infection rates comes a new study that shows two commonly held practices to prevent infections in surgical patients simply don’t make a dent.
Making patients scrub with antibacterial cleansers and shaving them doesn’t appear to be effective.
What is effective, is a lot more simple.
“They haven’t done anything yet, but of course I got up and took my normal shower today.” Mary Beth Sullivan is waiting for her hip replacement surgery. But she didn’t do anything special to get ready…to clean the surgical area before hand. “I am not worried about it, I am not a nervous Nelly type of person. Hospitals have all sorts of infections racing around them but they know how to deal with them best.” (Read more about Surgical Prep)
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DTC Future
Earlier this week we talked to experts about whether direct to consumer drug ads are good or not for the public.
Regardless they’re here to stay; but they’re going to start to look very different, and you’ll start to see them in some unusual places.
At a major pharmaceutical advertising meeting this past week, brand managers and those in the media agree that these drug ads are only going to be more prevalent.
The message will be altered quite a bit, and miniaturized: there’s a good chance TV pharmaceutical ads will appear on i-pods and on your cell phone. (Read more about DTC Future)
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Women, Obesity Rates, and the Fountain of Youth
The fattening of America is so out there, so obvious, the question has become how do we get the message that we need to reverse the trend?
Perhaps, the message is sinking in, at least among women.
New research released by the CDC shows, among women, no significant increase in obesity was observed between 1999 and 2004…roughly a third of females remain obese (Read more about Women, Obesity Rates, and the Fountain of Youth)
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Lawrence Hospital Center - Medical Laboratory
Lawerence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Ave, 1st Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 281-4612
The Laboratory at Lawrence Hospital Center is a state-of-the art, full service, computerized Diagnostic Laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). The Lab performs more than 600,000 tests annually, is staffed with experienced, licensed Medical Technologists, Board Certified Pathologists and a team of highly skilled Phlebotomists.
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Lawrence Hospital Center - Medical Imaging
Lawerence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Ave, 1st Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 837-8158
The Radiologists at the Lawrence Hospital Center Laboratory, conveniently located in both Bronxville and Scarsdale, NY, will provide you with the professionalism and care you deserve. The Lab at Lawrence Hospital boasts state-of-the-art facilities and uses the most advanced equipment to bring you accurate results. Their staff understands the importance of medical testing, which is why they do their best to provide the most precise translations of the results.
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Lawrence Hospital Center - Medical Imaging
Lawrence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 281-4612
The Bone Density Center at Lawrence Hospital Center, NY is a state-of-the art, full service, computerized Diagnostic Laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). The Lab performs more than 600,000 tests annually, is staffed with experienced, licensed Medical Technologists, Board Certified Pathologists and a team of highly skilled Phlebotomists.
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Lawrence Hospital Center - Medical Imaging
Lawerence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Ave, 1st Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 837-8158
Regular breast exams are a key to preventative care and they are designed to catch Breast Cancer in early, treatable stages. In Rye, New York, the team with a reputation for excellence in a wide range of medical treatments, including Breast Cancer Screening and Detection using MRI/ CT Scan can be found at Lawrence Hospital Medical Imaging.
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Lawrence Hospital Center - Medical Imaging
Lawerence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Ave, 1st Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 837-8158
Breast Cancer is a common concern for women in the United States. However, if caught at an early stage, it can be treated. If you are looking for certified professionals to administer a Breast Cancer Testing MRI/ CT Scan in or around Yonkers, New York, look no further than the Lawrence Hospital Medical Imaging. They are a team that is dedicated to being sensitive to each patient%u2019s needs and will use the most advanced MRI testing to ensure the most accurate scanning.
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Lawrence Hospital Center - Medical Imaging
Lawrence Hospital Center
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 837-8158
A mammography is the only method used for screening breast cancer that has been known to reduce risk and save lives. If it's time for a mammography, consider the services of the Lawrence Hospital Center, where a team of experienced professionals can help you with a variety of useful services for women. When you visit the Lawrence Hospital Center in Bronxville, NY, you can expect professionalism and care. The staff understands the importance and weight that a mammography can bring, which is why they do their best to provide the most precise translations of the results.
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Lawrence Hospital Center - Medical Imaging
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call: (888) 837-8158
Are you looking for a qualified lab to provide radiology? The Lawrence Hospital Laboratory offers caring professionals who take each case and medical test very seriously. The staff at Lawrence Hospital Center knows how important radiology is in the diagnosis and sometimes treatment of diseases, which is why they do their best to provide the most accurate translations of the results. The Lawrence Hospital Center Laboratory has two convenient locations in Bronxville and Scarsdale, NY.
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