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Depression during pregnancy is relatively common; an estimated 13% of pregnant women are affected at some time between conception and birth. This article reviews the link between depression and various complications of preg­nancy and childbirth. Read the full Current Psychiatry article at: http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/specialty-focus/depressive-disorders/article/awareness-and-management-of-obstetrical-complications-of-depression/883d8edc35d4b7dddab68496a53612d4.html.

Depression during pregnancy is relatively common; an estimated 13% of pregnant women are affected at some time between conception and birth. This article reviews the link between depression and various complications of preg­nancy and childbirth. Read the full Current Psychiatry article at: http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/specialty-focus/depressive-disorders/article/awareness-and-management-of-obstetrical-complications-of-depression/883d8edc35d4b7dddab68496a53612d4.html.

Depression during pregnancy is relatively common; an estimated 13% of pregnant women are affected at some time between conception and birth. This article reviews the link between depression and various complications of preg­nancy and childbirth. Read the full Current Psychiatry article at: http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/specialty-focus/depressive-disorders/article/awareness-and-management-of-obstetrical-complications-of-depression/883d8edc35d4b7dddab68496a53612d4.html.

“The 1s, 2s, and 3s of COPD” from the COPD Foundation provides patients with answers to questions they are likely to have about their diagnosis. It defines chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in simple terms, explains what causes it, and describes what’s involved with spirometry testing. It also provides information on treatments, flare-ups, and ways to improve breathing. A glossary at the end can also be useful to patients trying to make sense of words they are hearing during their appointments. The brochure is available at: https://www.copdfoundation.org/pdfs/123s-of-COPD.pdf.

“The 1s, 2s, and 3s of COPD” from the COPD Foundation provides patients with answers to questions they are likely to have about their diagnosis. It defines chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in simple terms, explains what causes it, and describes what’s involved with spirometry testing. It also provides information on treatments, flare-ups, and ways to improve breathing. A glossary at the end can also be useful to patients trying to make sense of words they are hearing during their appointments. The brochure is available at: https://www.copdfoundation.org/pdfs/123s-of-COPD.pdf.

“The 1s, 2s, and 3s of COPD” from the COPD Foundation provides patients with answers to questions they are likely to have about their diagnosis. It defines chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in simple terms, explains what causes it, and describes what’s involved with spirometry testing. It also provides information on treatments, flare-ups, and ways to improve breathing. A glossary at the end can also be useful to patients trying to make sense of words they are hearing during their appointments. The brochure is available at: https://www.copdfoundation.org/pdfs/123s-of-COPD.pdf.

As patients get older, both the characteristics of obesity and the way it affects them are different compared to younger adults. Excess weight in the elderly can impact their quality of life and cognition, as well as predispose them to chronic disease. To help you determine whether weight-loss would be beneficial for your older patient—and the safest way to go about it—read Dr. Nadia B. Pietrzykowska’s article on the Obesity Action Coalition’s Web site at: http://www.obesityaction.org/educational-resources/resource-articles-2/general-articles/obesity-in-the-elderly.

As patients get older, both the characteristics of obesity and the way it affects them are different compared to younger adults. Excess weight in the elderly can impact their quality of life and cognition, as well as predispose them to chronic disease. To help you determine whether weight-loss would be beneficial for your older patient—and the safest way to go about it—read Dr. Nadia B. Pietrzykowska’s article on the Obesity Action Coalition’s Web site at: http://www.obesityaction.org/educational-resources/resource-articles-2/general-articles/obesity-in-the-elderly.

As patients get older, both the characteristics of obesity and the way it affects them are different compared to younger adults. Excess weight in the elderly can impact their quality of life and cognition, as well as predispose them to chronic disease. To help you determine whether weight-loss would be beneficial for your older patient—and the safest way to go about it—read Dr. Nadia B. Pietrzykowska’s article on the Obesity Action Coalition’s Web site at: http://www.obesityaction.org/educational-resources/resource-articles-2/general-articles/obesity-in-the-elderly.

Physical activity reduces heart failure risk, and the more exertion, the stronger the effect. These were the findings of a meta-analysis published online in Circulation and summarized in a recent article in Cardiology News. “Walking 30 minutes a day as recommended in the US physical activity guidelines may not be good enough,” according to Dr. Jarett D. Berry, senior author of the study. To learn more about the correlation between high levels of physical activity and reduced heart failure risk, go to Cardiology News: http://www.ecardiologynews.com/?id=8628&tx_ttnews[tt_news]=440929&cHash=78bd2e8ed4d442fd05e8713292c3c2e9

Physical activity reduces heart failure risk, and the more exertion, the stronger the effect. These were the findings of a meta-analysis published online in Circulation and summarized in a recent article in Cardiology News. “Walking 30 minutes a day as recommended in the US physical activity guidelines may not be good enough,” according to Dr. Jarett D. Berry, senior author of the study. To learn more about the correlation between high levels of physical activity and reduced heart failure risk, go to Cardiology News: http://www.ecardiologynews.com/?id=8628&tx_ttnews[tt_news]=440929&cHash=78bd2e8ed4d442fd05e8713292c3c2e9

Physical activity reduces heart failure risk, and the more exertion, the stronger the effect. These were the findings of a meta-analysis published online in Circulation and summarized in a recent article in Cardiology News. “Walking 30 minutes a day as recommended in the US physical activity guidelines may not be good enough,” according to Dr. Jarett D. Berry, senior author of the study. To learn more about the correlation between high levels of physical activity and reduced heart failure risk, go to Cardiology News: http://www.ecardiologynews.com/?id=8628&tx_ttnews[tt_news]=440929&cHash=78bd2e8ed4d442fd05e8713292c3c2e9

The only long-term diabetes treatment that consistently results in normal hemoglobin A_1c levels without the risk of severe hypoglycemia is a pancreas transplant. The procedure has a high success rate, and when it’s done earlier in the course of diabetes, it can help prevent or reverse the long-term complications of diabetes. To learn more about the indications, options, and outcomes of pancreas transplant as a treatment for diabetes, go to the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine: http://www.ccjm.org/topics/diabetes-endocrinology-metabolism/single-article-page/pancreas-transplant-for-diabetes-mellitus/763b4edfd890d38cc8fbdff8cb899a0c.html.

The only long-term diabetes treatment that consistently results in normal hemoglobin A_1c levels without the risk of severe hypoglycemia is a pancreas transplant. The procedure has a high success rate, and when it’s done earlier in the course of diabetes, it can help prevent or reverse the long-term complications of diabetes. To learn more about the indications, options, and outcomes of pancreas transplant as a treatment for diabetes, go to the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine: http://www.ccjm.org/topics/diabetes-endocrinology-metabolism/single-article-page/pancreas-transplant-for-diabetes-mellitus/763b4edfd890d38cc8fbdff8cb899a0c.html.

The only long-term diabetes treatment that consistently results in normal hemoglobin A_1c levels without the risk of severe hypoglycemia is a pancreas transplant. The procedure has a high success rate, and when it’s done earlier in the course of diabetes, it can help prevent or reverse the long-term complications of diabetes. To learn more about the indications, options, and outcomes of pancreas transplant as a treatment for diabetes, go to the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine: http://www.ccjm.org/topics/diabetes-endocrinology-metabolism/single-article-page/pancreas-transplant-for-diabetes-mellitus/763b4edfd890d38cc8fbdff8cb899a0c.html.

Could a cosmetic intervention that causes temporary muscle paralysis actually help patients suffering from depression?

            Yes, according to research done by these authors—and others. This article, written by a dermatologist and a psychiatrist, provides a review of the literature on this treatment option and answers “the top 10 questions” the authors are asked at lectures about this novel treatment for depression. http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/specialty-focus/depressive-disorders/article/botulinum-toxin-for-depression-an-idea-thats-raising-some-eyebrows/42b49d2e234317d1bf7f7ec620fe7c17.html.

Could a cosmetic intervention that causes temporary muscle paralysis actually help patients suffering from depression?

            Yes, according to research done by these authors—and others. This article, written by a dermatologist and a psychiatrist, provides a review of the literature on this treatment option and answers “the top 10 questions” the authors are asked at lectures about this novel treatment for depression. http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/specialty-focus/depressive-disorders/article/botulinum-toxin-for-depression-an-idea-thats-raising-some-eyebrows/42b49d2e234317d1bf7f7ec620fe7c17.html.

Could a cosmetic intervention that causes temporary muscle paralysis actually help patients suffering from depression?

            Yes, according to research done by these authors—and others. This article, written by a dermatologist and a psychiatrist, provides a review of the literature on this treatment option and answers “the top 10 questions” the authors are asked at lectures about this novel treatment for depression. http://www.currentpsychiatry.com/specialty-focus/depressive-disorders/article/botulinum-toxin-for-depression-an-idea-thats-raising-some-eyebrows/42b49d2e234317d1bf7f7ec620fe7c17.html.