MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'case'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:57:00 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181975&cid=t_153547_113_f&fid=38236&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthcareitnews.com%2Fblog%2Fehr-incentives-likely-improve-quality Healthcare is one of the last industries in the United States to universally incorporate technological advancements. While most sectors have made significant investments in information technology to improve efficiency and consumer relationships, America’s health care system is still largely paper-driven. As a result the healthcare system is plagued by inefficiency and poor quality. Delivery is slower, more prone to errors, and harder to measure and coordinate than it should be. Investments in health information technology can help improve this situation. read more (Source: Healthcare IT News Blog) Healthcare IT News Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181975 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:19:45 +0100 5181975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174622&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FX8KSTUUJEno%2F A chest trauma patient lies before you. When would you perform an emergency thoracotomy? A case-based Q&A approach to the indications and contraindications. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174622 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 00:00:10 +0100 5174622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5174667&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F28%2Fthe-curious-case-of-phineas-gage-and-others-like-him%2F If you’ve ever taken an introductory psychology class, then you probably know the story of Phineas Gage, the 25-year-old railroad worker whose personality dramatically changed after a rod pierced his skull. Gage lost portions of his frontal lobe and went from being a kind and mild-mannered man to rude and unrestrained. On September 21, 1848, The Boston Post reported on the incident. The article was called “Horrible Accident” and said: As Phineas P. Gage, a foreman on the railroad in Cavendish, was yesterday engaged in tamping for a blast, the powder exploded, carrying an instrument through his head an inch in length, which he was using at the time. The iron entered on the side of his face, shattering the upper jaw, and passing back of the left eye, and out at the top of the head.... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5174667 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:17:17 +0100 5174667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159009&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2Fs7S_ZPgTeFY%2F A case-based Q&A on the assessment and management of patients presenting with suspected rectal foreign bodies. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159009 Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:50 +0100 5159009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159011&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2Fn0G9RlORbGY%2F A 76 year-old man presents with a florid spreading violaceous rash over most of his body...what is your differential diagnosis? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159011 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:51:36 +0100 5159011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139747&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2Fa1y67ymUsQ4%2F A review of the literature on the assessment and management of the patient suffering from cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139747 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:35 +0100 5139747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5125741&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Finteresting-neuro-case-requires-er-doc-to-recall-forgotten-med-school-knowledge%2F2011.08.12 Yesterday, I presented the case of a woman with double vision and ptosis and challenged you all to a game of “spot the lesion.” To be honest, I found this stuff impenetrable as a medical student and it was only by sheer force of will that I was able to commit it to memory for exactly long enough to pass a test on it before immediately purging it from my memory. I did this several times for various board exams and such, but it never really “stuck.” Hated neuro beyond words, I did. As mind-numbing as I found it all in the abstract, I get excited about these cases in application. I may not remember where exactly the internal capsule is or what it does, but when I see someone with an interesting neuro deficit due to a lesion there, all of a sudden it makes so much more ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5125741 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 16:00:00 +0100 5125741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086175&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fresearchers-make-an-artificial-lung-that-would-not-require-a-mechanical-pump%2F2011.07.31 Researchers from Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio made a prototype of an artificial lung which reaches gas exchange efficiencies almost equal to the genuine organ. The small device does not need extra oxygen, it works with normal air. Joe Potkay, a research assistant professor in electrical engineering and computer science published the technique this week in the journal Lab on a Chip. The scientists developed this prototype while keeping track of the natural design of our lungs. It is made of breathable silicone rubber acting as blood vessels that get as small as one-fourth of the width of a human hair. Because it works on the same scale as normal lung tissue, the team was able to shrink the distances for gas diffusion compared to current techniques. Tests usin... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086175 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 14:00:01 +0100 5086175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028237&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FWyjziQ_V90I%2F We review another misdirected and underdone 'research' article from the most recent issue of Emergency Medicine Australasia... (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028237 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 16:21:53 +0100 5028237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008194&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fwhy-its-a-bad-idea-for-a-psychiatrist-to-serve-as-an-expert-witness-for-their-patient%2F2011.07.08 In Dinah’s post “The Chapter I Wish We Had Written” an anonymous commenter wrote about his problems finding an expert witness for his or her employment discrimination case (since I don’t know if Anonymous is male or female I’m going to use a standard male pronoun in this post—apologies if I got this wrong). Anonymous asked his doctor to help with the case, but he refused. He explained to Anonymous that he would be a biased witness and Anonymous also understood that the doctor’s involvement might affect the therapeutic relationship. Anonymous’s doctor gave her a number of referrals to forensic psychiatrists, but since he was not working with an attorney no expert would take the case. Anonymous was understandably frustrated by this situation. I... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008194 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0100 5008194 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5028239&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FJzcJ0iXgn6M%2F A real case highlighting the challenges of managing the critically ill obstetric patient in remote regions of Australia. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5028239 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 07:00:23 +0100 5028239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4975868&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fa-rare-mri-finding-in-multiple-sclerosis%2F2011.06.28 This report describes a patient who, despite being mildly disabled and having a low T2 lesion load and no evident brain atrophy, showed a bilateral dentate nucleus T1 hyperintensity. The patient was a 44-year-old man who had a diagnosis of relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) in September 1997, after 3 relapses that occurred in June 1995, March 1997, and September 1997. Brain and cord MR imaging and CSF examination were suggestive of MS. After the diagnosis, he started treatment with interferonβ-1α, with clinical stability until January 2009, when he complained of vertigo, which gradually resolved after 5 days of steroidtreatment (methylprednisolone, 1 g daily intravenously). In September 2010, he entered a research protocol and underwent neurologic and neuropsychologic (Rao Brief Repeatable Ne... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4975868 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:00:34 +0100 4975868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968542&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=36987&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FIvorKovicMd%2F%7E3%2Fv_fF9FquzRA%2F Just recently my colleague and I have published two research papers. I am very proud of the first one titled “Mobile phone in the Chain of Survival”, which was published after a lot of research in the Resuscitation journal. This short paper gives an overview of vast possibilities possessed by mobile phones to be of assistance in medical emergencies. It represents a continuation of my work with CPR mobile applications. I have also now published a video of the lecture I gave during the Resuscitation 2010 congress about the same subject. You can watch my 10 minute lecture here, and read our paper at the Resuscitation website. The second paper we wrote appeared in the Croatian journal Lijecnicki Vjesnik (in English this would be something like Physician’s Newsletter). It i... Ivor Kovic, M.D. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968542 Sat, 25 Jun 2011 09:54:12 +0100 4968542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934338&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F13%2Fbipolar-disorder-tips-for-reducing-relapse%2F For many mental illnesses relapse is part and parcel. Bipolar disorder is one of these. What’s especially unnerving for people is that relapse can seem random, as though you go to bed feeling one way and wake up another, feeling hints of mania or depression. Why relapse occurs is largely unknown. But we do know certain facts based on research findings, according to Joseph R. Calabrese, M.D., director of the Mood Disorders Program at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, in this excellent article in bp Magazine on relapse: “Those who are diagnosed with bipolar II are more likely to relapse than those with bipolar I. Their episodes of depression, mania or hypomania are often shorter than the episodes experienced by those with bipolar I but tend to return more of... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934338 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:34:54 +0100 4934338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4829067&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-may-2011-issue.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has published its May issueVol 5, No 5 (2011)Table of ContentsBreast Imaging (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4829067 Sun, 15 May 2011 13:24:27 +0100 4829067 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4820861&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2Flu0TS6pFeQ4%2F Visual Aided Questions (VAQ) test a candidates ability to process visually presented information such as X-rays, pathology results and clinical images. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4820861 Thu, 12 May 2011 17:28:24 +0100 4820861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813297&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FwwfhM2wbtq0%2F A review on the emergency department assessment and management of high-pressure injection injuries. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813297 Thu, 12 May 2011 01:42:09 +0100 4813297 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4762767&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcase-report-a-third-cerebellar-hemisphere%2F2011.04.28 We present a structural anomaly of the cerebellum, which we believe has not been previously reported. A 16-month-old girl presented to the pediatric outpatient department with some delayed developmental milestones. She was full-term with a normal vaginal delivery and no history suggestive of perinatal asphyxia. The motor milestones were delayed, and the child could not stand. The other milestones, including language and socialization, were normal. Examination revealed a bony hard swelling in the occipital region, which, according to the mother, was noticed soon after birth. The occipitofrontal circumference was 52 cm, and the anterior fontanelle was open. There was generalized hypotonia, and the deep tendon reflexes were depressed. Mild truncal ataxia was observed, but there was no nystagm... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4762767 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 18:00:06 +0100 4762767 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4747653&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FHvGYjMfFee4%2F URL: http://www.samhsa.gov/SAMHSA was established in 1992 and directed by Congress to target effectively substance abuse and mental health services to the people most in need and to translate research in these areas more effectively and more rapidly into the general health care system. For: Anyone, Consumers, AnyoneTopics: Behaviour Management, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Fitness, Cognitive Training, Common Factors, Depression, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Quality of Life, Addiction, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Diagnosis, Emotional Health, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Self-help, Social S... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4747653 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 17:00:46 +0100 4747653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684480&cid=t_153547_113_f&fid=34634&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FEmrAndHipaa%2F%7E3%2FmMI7NdGRF44%2F A few months back I got to know Anne Zeiger and brought her on as a blogger for a little while on EMR and EHR. She’s since moved on to a full time job writing about EMR and has started to create the website EHR Outlook. It’s still in the really early phases, but you can see a vision for what she’s trying to create. Anne is currently looking for more doctors who use an EMR so she can create some case studies of doctors’ EMR experiences. I know that I always learn best by looking at other people’s experiences, so I’m happy to help Anne find more doctors she can work with to create more case studies on EMR. If you’re a doctor or practice that would be willing to help Anne out, you can email her at: anneczieger@gmail.com I’ll be interested to see... EMR and HIPAA blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684480 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:12:57 +0100 4684480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4653380&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FSRsY_PLWB6k%2F URL: http://www.nrcdv.org/Domestic violence should never, ever happen. No one should abuse anyone, ever. Unfortunately, it does occur, and there has to be ways to help overcome the madness that domestic violence is. The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence is one of those ways to overcome. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Anger, Anxiety, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Common Factors, Depression, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Insomnia, Life, Lifestyle, Pediatric Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Quality of Life, Relationships, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Sexual Assault, Social Support, Stress, TraumaFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Comme... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4653380 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 17:00:03 +0100 4653380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4626834&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FLxSL0ZllMzU%2F A review looking at a diagnosis and treatment approach to the patient presenting to the emergency department with a sore throat. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4626834 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:19 +0100 4626834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4615100&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcase-report-a-craniopharyngioma-in-the-prepontine-cistern%2F2011.03.20 We report a pathologically proved craniopharyngioma in the prepontine cistern. A 50-year-old woman presented with swallowing difficulty for 1 month. She underwent brain MR and CT imaging. T1-weighted, T2-weighted, and contrast-enhanced T1-weighted images showed a large peripheral enhancing cystic mass in the prepontine cistern. Inside the lesion, high signal intensity (SI) on T1 and low SI on T2-weighted imaging were noted (Fig 1). The CT scan showed features similar to those on the MR images, except for the addition of a peripheral small calcification in the cystic lesion. We could not find any connection between the mass in the prepontine cistern and the sellar or parasellar area. The mass was partially surgically removed, and histopathologic examination revealed craniopharyngioma in the... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4615100 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 11:00:07 +0100 4615100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4615251&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-march-2011-issue.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has published its March issueVol 5, No 3 (2011) - Neuro SpecialTable of ContentsNeuroradiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4615251 Sat, 19 Mar 2011 18:46:26 +0100 4615251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4592714&cid=t_153547_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FUbQvO0PjsHQ%2Fessure-and-pregnancy-essure-reversal.html An Essure procedure does not have to be permanent and Essure reversal is possible. An Essure reversal patient shares her reasons for Essure removal and explains how the reversal of her Essure brought her closer to God and her Catholic faith. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4592714 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:16:28 +0100 4592714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4536532&cid=t_153547_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FiqLhsI_ddbs%2Fessure-removal-can-essure-be-reversed.html Essure coils can be removed and Essure sterilization can be reversed. Natural pregnancy is possible after Essure reversal and Michelle's experience offers proof that all of the above are possible. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4536532 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 19:50:00 +0100 4536532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507291&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FV7SJ85Z99i0%2F A man, originally from Somalia, is jaundiced and has abnormal LFTs. Can you work out the cause? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507291 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:28 +0100 4507291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4450296&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39261&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvactruth.com%2F2011%2F02%2F08%2Fmultiple-vaccines-may-have-triggered-disease-and-death-of-soldier%2F March 2, 2003 Army Specialist Rachel Lacy was given five vaccinations at once: anthrax, hepatitis B, measles-mumps-rubella, smallpox, and typhoid. She also was given a tuberculin skin test on the day that. She died on April 4, 2003. The Smallpox Vaccine Safety Working Group (SVSWG) and also the Clinical Expert Immunization Committee (CEIC) researched the situation. Each one stated it was not able scientifically to distinguish a particular vaccination as being the possible cause due to the fact a number of vaccines had been given at once. One interesting line in the Q and A document noted, “Administration of simultaneous vaccinations is a generally accepted practice and has been for many decades. One of the vaccines widely used in the United States to protect against Streptococcal infecti... vactruth.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4450296 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:20:27 +0100 4450296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441989&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F06%2Fmaslow-revisited-the-hierarchy-of-chakras%2F What a man can be, he must be. This need we call self-actualization. – Abraham Maslow In psychology, physiology, and medicine, wherever a debate between the mystics and the scientifics has been once for all decided, it is the mystics who have usually proved to be right about the facts, while the scientifics had the better of it in respect to the theories. – William James In the 40 years since Abraham Maslow’s death, the impact of his thinking about human needs and potential is still resonating in business and academic circles. Maslow’s original writings first appeared in a 1943 paper, A Theory of Human Motivation, and helped frame what drives us. It was drawn from his careful review and observation of those known for their greatness, and others, students in particul... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441989 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 13:36:18 +0100 4441989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4433138&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FahyWG7Pa2zQ%2F URL: http://www.hsl.virginia.edu/historical/eugenics/index.cfmFrom psychcentral.com/blog which is highly recommended of course, if you haven’t read them, come many different and various blogs dealing with many facets of psychology. I recently read a blog by Margarita Tartakovsky, M.S., on the psychcentral blog World of Psychology discussing Eugenics and Carrie Buck, who was a woman who was sterilized in 1927 in the State of Virginia because some viewed her and her family as imbeciles and that they should not reproduce. Horrendous as this is, considering no one knows how a person will turn out, regardless of his or her environment or hereditary issues–many “higher ups” in society considered eugenics to be the right thing to do. Read more about eugenics on this websit... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4433138 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 17:00:05 +0100 4433138 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4433106&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39261&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvactruth.com%2F2011%2F02%2F03%2Fvaccinated-sibling-transmits-rotavirus-to-unvaccinated-brother-gets-rotavirus-gastroenteritis%2F Vaccines are safe and effective with a one-in-a-million-chance for an adverse reaction. At least that is what parents are told repeatedly by mainstream media doctors and scientists. In January of 2010, Payne et al. describes an orally administered, live, attenuated, pentavalent human-bovine RotaTeq vaccine given to a two month old child. Approximately 10 days following the vaccine, his older unvaccinated sibling required unexpected emergency treatment attributed to gastroenteritis. Based on the case report in the Journal of the American Academy of Pediactrics, the vaccine-derived rotavirus was transmitted from the vaccinated infant to his older, unvaccinated sibling that lead to ‘symptomatic rotavirus gastroenteritis’. Payne and colleagues mentioned although this may possibly n... vactruth.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4433106 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 11:52:38 +0100 4433106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4411529&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39261&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvactruth.com%2F2011%2F01%2F28%2Fus-airman-developed-inflamed-heart-after-smallpox-vaccine%2F In 2003, an airman proceeded to go to the emergency room at South Georgia Medical Center eight days following the administration of a smallpox vaccine. He was complaining of chest discomfort and shortness of breath. On assessment, Saurina and colleagues documented pea-size lymph nodes in the left neck and underarm. The airman also experienced pain around the left pectoral region. It was observed that previously described areas were in close proximity to the vaccination site. It was determined the airman developed myocarditis, or inflammation of the heart, as a consequence of the smallpox vaccination. The airman was provided an injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, soon after encountering chest discomfort on the second day. His situation improved was re... vactruth.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4411529 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 11:42:55 +0100 4411529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4405783&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FVltRGbTNxd4%2F Your patient's finger tips have turned blue, and the paramedics are unable palpate a radial pulse.... "Is he in cardiogenic shock?" (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4405783 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4405783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4361316&cid=t_153547_155_f&fid=38412&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpathlabmed.typepad.com%2Fsurgical_pathology_and_la%2F2011%2F01%2Fcolonic-mucosal-schwannona.html I'm finally emerging from a hiatus from blogging after the holidays and discoursing second-year medical students on lung pathology for the last 2 weeks.  So I'd like to kick 2011 off with an interesting little case I recently saw.  The patient is a 62-year-old man undergoing screening colonoscopy and a small sessile polyp was found and removed from the rectum.  Here 'tis--   The low power view confirms a polypoid lesion but doesn't declare itself as a obvious adenomatous or hyperplastic polyp.  However, the lamina propria appears modestly cellular and mildly distorts the crypt architecture. Higher power views demonstrate an intercryptal spindle cell proliferation of uniform bland cells with fibrillar eosinophilic cytoplasm.  The way the... The Daily Sign-Out blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4361316 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 21:16:20 +0100 4361316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4360990&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FVoLXHaEqxck%2F A 22 year old presents to the ED following the alleged ingestion of fenofibrate tablets 2 hours prior to presentation. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4360990 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 05:10:29 +0100 4360990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4360991&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FMXaAOKFQFfs%2F A 20 year-old female had a polypharmacy overdose 36 hours ago. She has had symptoms of GI upset (nausea and vomiting), some anxiety and mild confusion. Her life is in your hands... (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4360991 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:08 +0100 4360991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4337948&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FN4vCeXOr-WM%2F A 3 year-old boy is BIBA with a reduced level of consciousness. He is protecting is airway, has a respiratory rate of 15/min, a pulse rate of 70/min and blood pressure of 85/35 mmHg. He is responsive to painful stimuli and has pupils 2mm in diameter. Can you keep out of harm's way? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4337948 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:49 +0100 4337948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4304918&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F01%2F02%2Fwisdom-quotes-for-2011%2F Before I met Ronald Pies, M.D., professor of psychiatry and lecturer on bioethics and humanities at SUNY Upstate Medical University and professor of psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine, I did not know what a mensch was. I figured it has something to do with a short person. However, for Christmas this year I received a signed copy of Pies’s newest book, “Becoming a Mensch: Timeless Talmudic Ethics for Everyone,” and I decided that I would like to become a mensch, much like Dr. Pies, for whom I have the utmost respect. The American Heritage Dictionary defines mensch as “a person having admirable characteristics, such as fortitude and firmness of purpose.” His book is a fascinating collection of personal case histories, often based on composites of ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4304918 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 13:22:12 +0100 4304918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300553&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FkHzeN-i5Xns%2F A 23 year-old female netball player presents c/o pain and swelling to her right ankle post playing netball. The patients states she landed heavily, inverting her right ankle after jumping up to defend a goal shot, but was able to play on for another 2-3 minutes before the pain, and swelling became uncomfortable. The patients hobbles into minor injuries room, were you elevate the leg, and provided ice, analgesia, and start to wonder if she meets the criteria for X-ray to rule out a fracture? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300553 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 06:27:04 +0100 4300553 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4294639&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2F7uC772wbUbI%2F A teenager in atrial fibrillation... A worrying family history... A very unusual looking ECG... Can you put together the pieces of the puzzle? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4294639 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:17:37 +0100 4294639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4265858&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F12%2F16%2Fwhat-are-doctors-doing-on-facebook%2F In a survey of 405 postgraduate trainee doctors (residents and fellows) from France, researchers examined how doctors are using Facebook — not only for themselves, but also in their interactions with patients. Facebook, if you’ve been sleeping for the past year and didn’t notice TIME magazine just named Mark Zuckerberg — Facebook’s CEO and founder — Person of the Year, is the world’s largest social networking site. It allows you to connect with other acquaintances (they use the term “friends,” but this is a ridiculous use of the word since most people’s Facebook connections are not traditional friends) easily, online. Perhaps too easily. The relationship between doctor and patient (or therapist and client) isn’t one based up... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4265858 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 16:49:39 +0100 4265858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4245355&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fxqu7BwTHc8w%2F URL: http://www.no2abuse.com/No2abuse combines every aspect of family injustice under one roof. This site offers support for survivors of abuse as well as families going through the Family Courts; there are articles by victims of abuse and professionals who have experienced the Family Courts and the State’s approach in general to the family unit. For: Anyone, Consumers, StudentsTopics: Academia, Anger, Anxiety, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Depression, Educational Psychology, Emotional Health, General Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Parenting, Trauma, YouthFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Information, Links, RSS FeedsNo2abuse combines every aspect of family injustice un... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4245355 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 17:00:10 +0100 4245355 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4241727&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2F712wumls17c%2F A 6 year-old boy presents with 5 days of vomiting. He is drowsy, lethargic and is now too weak to walk. What's going on? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4241727 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:17 +0100 4241727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4237902&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FS0UKl-csoWc%2F A 26-year old man presents to ED by ambulance after an episode of syncope while playing soccer. He begins to deteriorate in the resuscitation room. Can you make the ECG diagnosis that will save his life... and possibly the lives of his children? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4237902 Tue, 07 Dec 2010 22:45:41 +0100 4237902 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4214124&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2F4Kz2HNaCB_Y%2F A gun shot wound to the head provides the basis for a question-and-answer based discussion on penetrating traumatic brain injury and multi-modal monitoring. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4214124 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:50 +0100 4214124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197198&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fthe-journal-of-radiology-case-reports-has-been-accepted-for-medlinepubmed-indexing.html Dear JRCR reader,We are proud to announce that we just received the news from the National Library of Medicine that the Journal of Radiology Case ReRead More... (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197198 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:53:44 +0100 4197198 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4186904&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fa-clinical-case-game-for-your-iphone-or-ipad%2F2010.11.20 A new iPhone/iPad game called “Prognosis: Your Diagnosis” looks like a decent attempt at making clinical case studies into a fun activity. Though it’s not clear how accurate and educational the game really is, the interface and goofy screenshots can certainly provide the foundation on which to deliver great content. iTunes: Prognosis: Your Diagnosis… Hat tip: ScienceRoll *This blog post was originally published at Medgadget* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4186904 Sat, 20 Nov 2010 21:00:52 +0100 4186904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4186959&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-november-2010-issue.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has published its November issueVol 4, No 11 (2010)Table of Contents Gastrointestinal Radiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4186959 Sat, 20 Nov 2010 13:52:41 +0100 4186959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4164727&cid=t_153547_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F14%2Fceliac-disease-why-the-gluten-free-diet-is-no-joke%2F Earlier this month I had the pleasure of speaking with Shelley Case, RD, a dietitian from Canada who is an expert in Celiac disease and Gluten-free eating. I became interested in this subject due to the popularity of Elizabeth Hasselbeck’s book, The G-Free Diet: A Gluten-Free Survival Guide, and the way it had taken over the public by storm. In the hospital where I work, I noticed an increasing amount of people interested in Gluten-free options, and not because they had Celiac disease or a wheat intolerance. I began to wonder why so many people were opting out of eating Gluten. I came to the conclusion that many people equated Elizabeth Hasselbeck’s physique with her Gluten-free diet. What people need to realize is that she suffers from a specific disease in which she cannot... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4164727 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 20:15:58 +0100 4164727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133967&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Frsna-event-invitation.html Dear Radiolopolis member,The next RSNA meeting is approaching fast and we would like to cordially invite you to our RSNA Radiolopolis event. The Radiolopolis event will be an exciting "come together" with other Radiolopolis members and will also host an award ceremony for our Radiology OlympRead More... (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133967 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:04:12 +0100 4133967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121919&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F31%2Fare-your-children-safe-on-halloween%2F The short answer is, “Yes.” At least from sex offenders. Halloween is today. And parents around the country walk along their young children for fear of their safety. And yet, what do the data show about sex offenders offending on or around Halloween? Are they more likely to target the holiday because so many children are out and about? Police are on alert during Halloween, especially for sex offenders. The common wisdom is that sex offenders are out and about on Halloween, looking for targets. Researchers led by Mark Chaffin (2009) looked at the National Incident-Base Reporting System which reports crime report data. They examined sex crimes data from 1997 to 2005 against children ages 12 year and younger by non-family members. Halloween crime rates were compared with expected ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121919 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 12:43:34 +0100 4121919 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4097945&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FT-XaW2V1stI%2F Injury to the ulnar collateral ligament can occur acutely or chronically, and is an easy to miss injury that can lead to chronic instability if not identified and treated early. Acute injury known as skier's thumb occurs due to a fall on outstretched hand with thumb forced into abduction. Gamekeeper's thumb is a chronic lesion which develops from repetitive strain on the UCL. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4097945 Sat, 23 Oct 2010 11:35:16 +0100 4097945 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4065469&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-october-2010-issue.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has published its October issueVol 4, No 10 (2010)Table of ContentsNeuroradiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4065469 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:22:36 +0100 4065469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4045288&cid=t_153547_136_f&fid=35302&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FWhitePebble%2F%7E3%2FB375j1T63zY%2F I amuse myself while I remember my childhood for my 750 daily words by firing up blip.fm and playing Neil Halstead‘s “Oh! Mighty Engine.” I have downloaded the whole album through iTunes. I have been going in for the singer-songwriter types of artists during this past month or so. I have also gotten some Richard Hawley and some Neko Case. I had thought that I would simply listen for the rest of my life to ambient music, interspersed sporadically by old calypso tunes and Smokey Robinson. Clearly, I do not know myself and my own musical tastes as well as I had thought I did. Clearly also I do not understand any concept that could be described as “musical homogeneity.” It has to be late at night (though not that late) if I am finding myself typing out words that ... white pebble blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4045288 Fri, 08 Oct 2010 02:00:28 +0100 4045288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4031515&cid=t_153547_155_f&fid=38412&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpathlabmed.typepad.com%2Fsurgical_pathology_and_la%2F2010%2F09%2Fdigital-case-challenge-non-mucinous-bronchioloalveolar-adenocarcinoma.html It has been a long while since I've posted one of the cases I've worked on and now its time to clear off my desk (before our CAP inspection). The patient is an 83-year-old white man, non-smoker, who presented 2 months prior to surgery with cough and shortness-of-breath and was found to have a left lower lobe infiltrate and pleural effusion.  After hospital admission and a course of antibiotics, the patient's symptoms initially improved.  However, he returned again about one month later with the same symptoms and persistent infiltrate.  Bronchoscopy revealed a mass-like lesion but cytologic studies were negative.  He underwent CT-guided biopsy of the infiltrate which showed adenocarcinoma.  He subsequently underwent lobectomy and that specimen showe... The Daily Sign-Out blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4031515 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:58:42 +0100 4031515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4027163&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FeCUrr0uaRRw%2F Sternal fractures result from severe blunt chest trauma, and cause significant pain to the patient. Treatment is tailored around adequate analgesia, with surgical intervention only warranted in limited cases. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4027163 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 04:52:58 +0100 4027163 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4018189&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FYmP7G2xOL0I%2F A 35 year-old female is brought to the emergency department after collapsing in a shopping centre. Paramedics found her to be GCS 3 and shortly afterwards required CPR and 1mg adrenaline for profound bradycardia and no pulse. Spontaneous output returned and no further drugs have been required to support her circulation. She remains intubated and GCS 3. There is little other history, except some information from a friend stating she had been on a trip to South America recently. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4018189 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:38:05 +0100 4018189 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4013190&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FYmP7G2xOL0I%2F A 35 year-old female is brought to the emergency department after collapsing in a shopping centre. Paramedics found her to be GCS 3 and shortly afterwards required CPR and 1mg adrenaline for profound bradycardia and no pulse. Spontaneous output returned and no further drugs have been required to support her circulation. She remains intubated and GCS 3. There is little other history, except some information from a friend stating she had been on a trip to South America recently. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4013190 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:38:05 +0100 4013190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003260&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FjKy0g36IhNs%2F Can you correctly interpret the ECG findings in a marathon runner with gastroenteritis? What is their significance? What management is required? (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003260 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:31 +0100 4003260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003263&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FrEIwkJOjMEI%2F Humeral shaft fractures commonly occur in the third decade (active young men) and in the seventh decade of life (osteoporotic women), and account for 3% of overall fractures. The most common site for fracture, is in the middle third of the humerus accounting for 60% of humerus fractures (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003263 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 10:26:13 +0100 4003263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3998999&cid=t_153547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FaD0DcOEpeFg%2F An unusual presentation of Aortic dissection, followed by a review of the current state of play with this disease in the Emergency Department (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3998999 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:24:30 +0100 3998999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3969085&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-september-2010-issue.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has published its September issueVol 4, No 9 (2010)Table of Contents General Radiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3969085 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 14:07:16 +0100 3969085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3962029&cid=t_153547_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2Fuc5SFCGwyM8%2Fis-it-possible-to-get-pregnant-after-a-tubal-ligation.html This article describes the experiences of two couples who sought reversal of a tubal ligation. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3962029 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:27:39 +0100 3962029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3935825&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FhmDWyIEvhcM%2F URL: http://www.quackwatch.com/Quackwatch has grown considerably. To help visitors with special areas of interest, we maintain 22 additional sites for autism, chiropractic, dentistry, multilevel marketing, and many other hot topics. For: AnyoneTopics: Academia, Behaviour Management, Bipolar, Chronic Disease, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Depression, Diagnosis, General Psychology, General Science, Health Promotion, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Medicine, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Self-helpFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Community and Social Networking, Group Management, Information, Links, Networking, Newsletter, Research, Research Tools, ResourcesQuackwatch has grown considerably. To help visit... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3935825 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 17:00:04 +0100 3935825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3929308&cid=t_153547_113_f&fid=38236&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthcareitnews.com%2Fblog%2Femploying-strategic-approach-implementing-meaningful-use-objectives As healthcare providers examine the final "meaningful use" regulations, perhaps too much focus is centered on IT system requirements and gap analysis. (Source: Healthcare IT News Blog) Healthcare IT News Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3929308 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:04:35 +0100 3929308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3889127&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fa5ib-vJny_w%2F URL: http://www.widownet.org/Thank you for visiting WidowNet, an information and self-help resource for, and by, widows and widowers. Topics covered include grief, bereavement, recovery, and other information helpful to people, of all ages, religious backgrounds and sexual orientations, who have suffered the death of a spouse or life partner. For: AnyoneTopics: Attachment, Common Factors, Depression, Educational Psychology, Emotional Health, Life, Post Traumatic Stress DisorderFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Information, Journaling, Links Thank you for visiting WidowNet, an information and self-help resource for, and by, widows and widowers. Topics covered include grief, bereavement, recovery, and other inform... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3889127 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:00:16 +0100 3889127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3876772&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-august-2010-issue.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its August issueVol 4, No 8 (2010)Table of ContentsNeuroradiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3876772 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:18:47 +0100 3876772 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3822963&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F08%2F04%2Finternet-addiction-depression-and-chinese-teens%2F An interesting new study was published earlier this week about “Internet addiction.” Unlike many previous studies on this hypothesized disorder, this one actually took measurements at two different points in time to try and tease out the possibility that “Internet addiction” can cause mental health problems, like depression or anxiety. Can we show that simply using the Internet causes depression? Researchers set to find out on Chinese teens. Psychologist Lawrence Lam and his colleague studied 1,041 Chinese teens, mostly ages 13 to 16, who had no signs of depression at the onset of the study. Some of the group, however, had moderate to severe pathological use of the Internet (64 of the subjects). The researchers then assessed all 1,041 teens for depression, anxiety ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3822963 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:32:42 +0100 3822963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3812976&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fadvances-in-telemedicine-ease-patient-care%2F2010.08.02 Monitoring vital signs remotely saves time and money for everyone: patients, physicians, facilities and insurers. Heart failure is a particular target because its increasingly common, its easily triggered (by as little as too much salt on food, for example), it costs so much to manage in the hospital, and it’s so easily avoided. Remote monitoring equipment made even easier with wireless connections can take vital signs, and even ask standard questions every morning. The equipment puts patients in contact with nurses once they detect warning signs. That human touch is key. Case managers can screen out false alarms (avoiding alert fatigue) and can direct patients to the physician when needed. ACP Internist covered remote monitoring technology in its March issue. (Wall Street Journal, A... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3812976 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 20:00:00 +0100 3812976 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3790750&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F07%2F26%2Flying-on-the-couch%2F What happens when a psychologist writes a memoir? To tell the truth I have to lie. To write a memoir these days you had better be telling the truth. When I met with the publisher about Confessions of a Former Child: A Therapist’s Memoir, she specifically asked me if what I wrote was true. I hesitated, and a worried look crossed her face. Finally, I insisted it was all true, except for the parts I made up. She told me I needed to explain. I told her that in essence, as a psychologist and a memoirist I serve at the discretion of both disciplines — the first devoted to understanding the human condition, the second to the condition of being human. Both employ methods of nonfiction writing to achieve their goal, but with a major difference: A psychologist must follow strict guidelines p... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3790750 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:35:52 +0100 3790750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4018282&cid=t_153547_118_f&fid=39279&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Ffoxepractice%2F%7E3%2F8vmtRtqXNoU%2Fhcsm-scoop-week29 At Fox ePractice we’re committed to providing you with everything you need to understand, position yourself, and to take advantage of the fundamental shift that is taking place in marketing a medical practice. To that end, each week this page will highlight some of the best content that we have come across on the web in order to further your knowledge of the opportunities before you. We will showcase both Healthcare Social Media experts who speak out on the subject, as well as those sites that demonstrate what we feel are healthy examples of how to put the concept of Web 2.0 to work for their healthcare businesses. So read on … and “get the scoop”: yes How Does One Deal With Physician Rating Sites? We have great transparency in the world of Web 2.0. But negative comments on... Fox ePractice blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4018282 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:14:31 +0100 4018282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3784240&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FWCYyVn6vhJg%2F By David RittgersThat’s the message of my recent op-ed in the Daily Caller. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s initial reaction to the McDonald v. City of Chicago decision was to say that McDonald would have no impact on government’s ability to keep guns “out of the hands of criminals and terrorists.” This was a reference to legislation that Bloomberg supports that would allow the federal government to bar anyone the Attorney General thinks is a terrorist from purchasing a firearm. Not convicted of a crime in support of terrorism — that would make them a felon and already unable to purchase or own a firearm. No, being suspected of activity in support of or preparation for terrorism means you get the same treatment as if you were a convicted felon or had been involunta... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3784240 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:24:13 +0100 3784240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3776381&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fthe-%25e2%2580%259ci-get-it%25e2%2580%259d-moment-in-direct-pay-primary-care%2F2010.07.21 After seven years, my wife has finally stopped asking me for “The Power of DocTalker” story of the day. Now when I start with the details of the latest case report justifying the model, she stops me with “I get it, I get it! Go write the case report up and post it on your website for others to ‘get it,’ too.” Case reports center on the mission of our medical practice, with points regarding care that include quality, accessibility, convenience, affordability, empowerment, trust, and price transparency. Because our patients pay us directly for the service and don’t necessarily expect any insurance “reimbursement,” we are a very unique practice. We adhere to the points in our mission and also outperform all our local competition — i.e. medical ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3776381 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:00:32 +0100 3776381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3776547&cid=t_153547_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2010%2F07%2F21%2Fmuscular-claustrophobia-a-case-on-a-blog%2F Chris Nickson at Life in the Fast Lane demonstrated how blogging can be used effectiely in medical education. Believe me, going through such a case presentation is much more useful than reading about it in a medical book. It’s also interactive as student/collegues can leave comments, ask questions, etc. A 27 year-old man sustained an undisplaced midshaft fracture of his left tibia after his girlfriend inadvertently (or so she said…) backed into him in her car, with the rear bumper pinning his leg against the car behind. Following an orthopedic consult, he was put in a long leg cast and sent home, with orthopedics follow up arranged for the next day. Read the case, go through the questions, engage in discussions. (Source: ScienceRoll) ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3776547 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:35:27 +0100 3776547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733057&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fshould-your-texts-be-private-at-work%2F So your company provides a pager, phone, or BlackBerry – score! Saving money on phone bills every month is a major job perk, but what if the texts you send could get you fired? Not so perky. In City of Ontario v. Quon, Jeff Quon, a California police sergeant, claimed that the city had violated his privacy when they audited the texts sent through his company phone. Though the lower courts said that he had a right to privacy in this case, the Supreme Court ruled that police officer’s texts weren’t private. The court made it clear that this ruling doesn’t extend to all cases, but the ruling indicates that companies are likely to have protection of the law when auditing employee communications. In Quon’s case, the city found that out of 456 texts sent on his work phon... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3733057 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:00:19 +0100 3733057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733125&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F07%2F07%2Fa-not-so-random-act-of-kindness%2F “Practice random kindness and senseless acts of beauty.” – Anne Herbert Penn Station, New York City, noon, the beginning of summer. Eighty degrees: A perfect day. Everyone who can be outside is outside. But I have to go in to catch the train back to Jersey. I am not at full sprint, but I am moving, hungry. No breakfast, no lunch. A morning consult brings me in once a month to YAI/National Institute for People with Disabilities. I’ve done it hundreds of times. Winters, summers, I know my way around Penn Station. I have it down to a science. I get a sandwich – make the train. There is a deli near the Seventh Avenue exit that has the best grilled vegetable panini sandwich I’ve ever had. I swear I would do the consult just to buy this sandwich. The staff at YAI/NIPD... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3733125 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:30:50 +0100 3733125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3703004&cid=t_153547_113_f&fid=34634&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.emrandhipaa.com%2Femr-and-hipaa%2F2010%2F06%2F24%2Fthe-falling-chart-another-case-for-emr%2F Sometimes when we think about EMR, I think we forget about the subtle nuances of paper charts that make them so undesirable. Check out this story which I got in response to my post called “Think About the Problems with Paper Charting.” It’s a a good illustration of some of the more simple things we often forget about: I was recently visiting a relative at a major teaching hospital in the Midwest. While in the hall I noticed that they had charts in binders stored in boxes affixed to the wall. Just as I was wondering why such a prestigious institution relied on paper charts a nurse went to re-insert a chart into its box. She was in a hurry and missed, the chart dropped to the floor and binder opened and paper went all over the hall. What was even more surreal was the nurse ... EMR and HIPAA blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3703004 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:14:58 +0100 3703004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3662785&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-june-2010-issue-published.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its June issueVol 4, No 6 (2010)Table of ContentsNeuroradiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3662785 Mon, 14 Jun 2010 18:28:35 +0100 3662785 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3679930&cid=t_153547_180_f&fid=38619&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FALifeCoachsBlog%2F%7E3%2FWWUOfLm2HXI%2F A Life Coaching case study that explains why you are a niche. Continue reading... (Source: Life Coach Blog: The Discomfort Zone :) Life Coach Blog: The Discomfort Zone : blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3679930 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 21:42:48 +0100 3679930 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3794958&cid=t_153547_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator-2%2Fcase-studies-on-pulpdent%2F WATERTOWN, MA:  June 10, 2010— The Pulpdent website now includes case studies from Save That Tooth, the popular book by Pulpdent founder Dr. Harold Berk. The excerpts describe evidence-based, research-supported techniques for treating the vital pulp and the pulpless tooth. Case studies on the site include “Congenital Defect, Youngest Pulpotomy Case Ever Reported” (Baby Gilbert), “Traumatic Injury” (Johnny the Newspaper Boy), and “Ectopic Eruption of a Dilacerated Central Incisor” (Kirk). The online content can be accessed at www.pulpdent.com. Harold Berk practiced dentistry for almost 65 years and taught on the faculty of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine from 1946 to 2005. Save That Tooth contains his clinical memoirs and chronicles the original research in vital p... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3794958 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:32:22 +0100 3794958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3641150&cid=t_153547_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fthe-frank-sinatra-principle%2F What does Frank Sinatra have to do with your practice? Follow his lead and you may see your case acceptance numbers rise dramatically. Using the Sinatra Principle, Ken Runkle presents 4 Proven Steps to increasing case acceptance that will have more patients saying “Yes!” right away. Read the entire article. Listen to the companion audio portion at The Paragon Podcast. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3641150 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 18:40:06 +0100 3641150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3603887&cid=t_153547_155_f&fid=38412&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpathlabmed.typepad.com%2Fsurgical_pathology_and_la%2F2010%2F05%2Fdigital-case-challenge-pleuropulmonary-amyloidosis.html A 68-year-old man presents with a history of recurrent bilateral pleural effusions over the past six months and recent CT scan of the chest showing persistent small bilateral effusions ground-glass opacities in the superior segment of the left lower lobe and surrounding atelectasis.  The patient underwent thoracoscopy and local pleurectomy and wedge biopsy of the left lower lobe.  Additional history obtained post hoc disclosed a 5-year history of Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia. Typical area showing interstitial thickening and thickened vessel walls without significant interstitial inflammation A more solid nodular area with marked distortion of the alveolar architecture High power view showing thickened interstitium with amorphous eosinophilic material.  Note lack... The Daily Sign-Out blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3603887 Wed, 26 May 2010 20:18:25 +0100 3603887 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3585768&cid=t_153547_131_f&fid=35008&url=http%3A%2F%2Fscienceroll.com%2F2010%2F05%2F21%2Fhealth-2-0-news-facebook-privacy-and-google-flu-trends%2F How to choose clinical trials search websites: A great and detailed review of the clinical trial search sites with clear descriptions and instructions about which one to choose. Google Flu Trends estimates off: It’s good to know that scientifically it’s not as useful even if it sounds quite interesting. Google Flu Trends is not as accurate at estimating rates of laboratory-confirmed influenza as CDC national surveillance programs, according to a new study from the University of Washington. The Facebook Privacy Triangle: Tips and tricks from an internet safety specialist. PolySpell and ChemSpell: It is an advanced spelling correction system (works well with medical, chemical and scientific words as well). Nathan Myhrvold: Could this laser zap malaria? (TED Talk) Med... ScienceRoll blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3585768 Fri, 21 May 2010 07:33:40 +0100 3585768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3577656&cid=t_153547_155_f&fid=38412&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpathlabmed.typepad.com%2Fsurgical_pathology_and_la%2F2010%2F05%2Fdigital-case-challenge-pseudomelanosis-duodeni.html I saw this biopsy yesterday and thought it was a curious little finding--pseudomelanosis duodeni is the lovely and impressive name given to this rare but apparently harmless and incidental entity.The patient is a 73-year-old woman with a history of recent GI bleeding, chronic anemia, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, CAD/CHF, and chronic renal disease, and CML with hemoccult-positive stool and hemoglobin 6.2 gm/dL and symptomatic anemia requiring RBC transfusions.  She underwent upper and lower GI endoscopy.  Her endoscopic examination of the duodenum was described as unremarkable and biopsies were obtained to exclude villous atrophy.  The stomach was described as showing mild diffuse antral gastritis without erosions or ulcers.  Antral biopsies showed features... The Daily Sign-Out blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3577656 Wed, 19 May 2010 14:00:00 +0100 3577656 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3577512&cid=t_153547_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2F5-tips-to-remember-when-creating-digital-case-presentations%2F Here are a few tips to help you stay on the right path when it comes to creating powerful and effective digital case presentations. Less is more.  Too much animation, sound effects, objects, text, etc., can overwhelm your patient, diluting your overall message. The total amount of time you or a team member should invest into one digital case presentation is approximately 35 minutes. Use PowerPoint templates to minimize the time you put into creating the presentation.  Why reinvent the wheel? When altering an image to show potential cosmetic results, remember the purpose is to give the patient an idea of what he or she would look like with cosmetic dentistry.  It is not a diagnostic tool. The patient photos need to show his or her teeth.  Sounds simple and like common sense.  However,... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3577512 Tue, 18 May 2010 17:53:04 +0100 3577512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3560209&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FTIX1A5b0Unw%2F By Jim HarperBruce Schneier has a typically good essay on the use of “worst-cases” as a substitute for real analysis. I noticed conspicuous use of “worst-case” in early reporting on the oil spill in the Gulf. It conveniently gins up attention for media outlets keen on getting audience. There’s a certain blindness that comes from worst-case thinking. An extension of the precautionary principle, it involves imagining the worst possible outcome and then acting as if it were a certainty. It substitutes imagination for thinking, speculation for risk analysis and fear for reason. It fosters powerlessness and vulnerability and magnifies social paralysis. And it makes us more vulnerable to the effects of terrorism. Worst-case thinking—the failure to manage risk... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3560209 Thu, 13 May 2010 13:05:20 +0100 3560209 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3560347&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-may-2010-issue-published.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its May issueVol 4, No 5 (2010)Table of ContentsNeuroradiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3560347 Thu, 13 May 2010 11:07:19 +0100 3560347 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3556203&cid=t_153547_113_f&fid=38236&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthcareitnews.com%2Fblog%2Fcase-managers-speak-it-help-implement-solutions-improve-efficiency Case managers are learning to "speak IT." As the traditional hub of information shared by all healthcare team members, case managers already act as gatekeepers and facilitators of communication and coordination. Now, as clinical teams turn to health IT for solutions to improve efficiency and quality, case managers will likely be the center of these discussions as solutions are devised, weighed, and implemented. (Source: Healthcare IT News Blog) Healthcare IT News Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3556203 Wed, 12 May 2010 13:05:50 +0100 3556203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3545452&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F05%2Fplaying-house-md.html From one of our local affiliate cardiologists: A patient in the hospital told me he had a "drawer full of meds" at home but didn't know their names. I asked his wife to bring them in so we could look at them.She did.Good thing he didn't store the medications in the refrigerator...-Wesh/t: Dr. Micah Eimer on Facebook (used with permission)Addendum: From a follow-up e-mail:"Btw in that drawer were two scripts for dig(oxin)- he was taking both explaining the visual changes and complete heart block." Musings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3545452 Fri, 07 May 2010 22:09:00 +0100 3545452 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3538150&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F05%2F06%2Fcan-fmri-tell-if-youre-lying%2F The simple answer is, no. You can now go back to work, content in that little tidbit of brain knowledge. Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) is a fancy name for a brain scan that purportedly measures “brain activity.” What is actually measures is simply changes in blood oxygenation and flow in your brain, which we believe to be directly related to brain activity — but this is an indirect measure at best. It’s not actually measuring “brain activity.” fMRI scans are most often used in research to try and better understand our brains and how other things affect our brains (like mental illness or a specific cognitive activity). So you can imagine the challenges that might be faced when you connect this kind of brain measurement to a legal proceeding... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3538150 Thu, 06 May 2010 12:16:21 +0100 3538150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3519482&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Flunatics.html keep re-discovering digoxin:William Withering ... moved in 1762 to Edinburgh, Scotland, to study medicine, and qualified MD in 1766 after submitting a thesis entitled ‘De Angina Gangraenosa’ (Malignant Putrid Sore Throat). Withering moved back to England in 1767, and established a private practice in Stafford, and also worked as a physician at the Stafford Infirmary. Unexpectedly, in 1775, he was invited to go to Birmingham to join the staff of the General Hospital there, where he was to work for the next seventeen years.During his time at Birmingham Withering published his major work on the foxglove (Digitalis) - "An account of the Foxglove and some of its Medical Uses" (Withering 1785)...... Withering was encouraged by his membership of the Lunar Society of Birmingham, which met onc... Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3519482 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:30:00 +0100 3519482 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3515511&cid=t_153547_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fno-more-case-requirements-for-invisalign-dentists%2F Big news this week… no more case requirements for Invisalign. The company posted FAQs that explain the policy change: “We are responding to our customers’ frustration and unhappiness with the proficiency program. Many customers were upset by the proficiency program, particularly the annual case requirement. The volume of complaint letters has tapered off, but the mood and frustration of our customers has not improved.” DentalBlogs invites you to weigh in on this new development with a comment! (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3515511 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:21:15 +0100 3515511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3511563&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Flittle-blue-patch.html Oh. My. Goodness.-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3511563 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:36:00 +0100 3511563 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3487392&cid=t_153547_155_f&fid=38412&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpathlabmed.typepad.com%2Fsurgical_pathology_and_la%2F2010%2F04%2Fdigital-case-challenge-laryngeal-lesion-mimicking-carcinoma.html It's been quite awhile since I posted a challenging case, so here it goes.Clinical history: 43-year-old woman with recent onset of persistent hoarseness presents to local ENT surgeon who sees an exophytic lesion on the true vocal cord on endoscopic.  Biopsies were taken to confirm the clinical impression of early well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma.  Low-power examination showed papillary thickening of the epithelium with minimal atypia. Higher power showed a mixed-inflammatory infiltrate: High power examination showed epithelioid cells and round refractile structures, some with internal structures. A GMS stain was performed: On the basis of the morphology, budding, and size, a diagnosis of laryngeal blastomycosis was made.The literature has sporadic rep... The Daily Sign-Out blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3487392 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:13:50 +0100 3487392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3475851&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fsomething-new.html What is this?AP Xray ViewLateral Xray ViewTry not to look, but if you must, the answer is here.-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3475851 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:45:00 +0100 3475851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3467792&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fextramarital-affairs-and-heart.html As I tweeted before from the recent ACC meeting, physical exertion during extramarital affairs is over twice as strenuous on the heart for men. But what happens to women if they have an extramarital affair?Well, Mind Hacks points us to a case report of a woman who died while having an extramarital affair with her lover:The presented case is unique in that the deceased was a femaleaffected by chronic hypertensive cardiovascular disease, engaged in a long standing extramarital romantic relationship. Case reportA 46-year old woman, married and mother of two, has been meeting with her 52-years old married lover twice a month for several years. These sexual encounters were conducted in the male partner’s class B car, typically lasting less than an hour. The last tryst took place on a hot summ... Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3467792 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 03:07:00 +0100 3467792 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3460142&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Ffinal-best-of-blisstree-last-week-then-well-stop-bragging-we-swear%2F Renée Zellweger in "My Own Love Song" 1. Let’s Dress Like an Adult! (Round 2): Because sometimes the truth hurts. 2. 5 iPad Cases With an Eco-Conscience: Because we haven’t bought an iPad (yet), but we like to know what our accessories options are. 3. Videos That Crack Us Up: Renée Zellweger Butchers Woody Guthrie: Because at some point today you may need a good laugh. 4. Who Am I, Anyway? Adoption, DNA Testing, and Figuring Myself Out: Because this is a good story by a good writer. 5. Yucky! 10 More Food-Related Terms We Will Not Tolerate: Because we said so. Post from: BlissTree Final Best of Blisstree Last Week (Then We'll Stop Bragging, We Swear) (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3460142 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 19:31:20 +0100 3460142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3457902&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-april-2010-issue-published.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its April issueVol 4, No 4 (2010)Journal of Radiology Case Reports April 2010 issueTable of ContentsCardiac Imaging (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3457902 Sat, 10 Apr 2010 03:00:00 +0100 3457902 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3443852&cid=t_153547_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fthree-small-steps-for-big-results-starting-points-to-increasing-case-acceptance%2F With so much happening in the economy and in healthcare today, you may find yourself running into more and more obstacles with your patients when it comes to case presentation and case acceptance. Have you started hearing new objections?  Are you hearing more objections about money?  Are more concerns circling around fear for the future when it comes to healthcare coverage?  These are not times to sidestep and avoid the unavoidable.  These are also not times to back away from presenting the best possible care to your patients because you are afraid to hear no – again.  What it is time for is a Back to Basics approach on patient care and case presentation.  Here is where you can start. In a recent report by the ADA, it was stated that 51.6% of adults stated they would be more likely... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3443852 Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:42:56 +0100 3443852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3435061&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fone-heart-nailed.html ... and he lived (video) to talk about it:The man’s heart was pierced as he was nailing boards with a co-worker at a carpentry shop. The shop’s owner said the men were working together, when suddenly, they ran into each other resulting in the nail gun going off.Oops.-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3435061 Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:56:00 +0100 3435061 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3403898&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fjust-another-friday-pacemaker.html I've encountered this about eight times in my professional career and used to dread finding this. Now, providing it's not too late on Friday afternoon, I rather enjoy tackling a case like this. I know the electrophysiologists out there know what the main finding is here, but do others?-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3403898 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 01:38:00 +0100 3403898 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3382854&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fcase-of-appropriate-inappropriate-shock.html He was 60 year old man who underwent implantation of an implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) implant approximately 3 years prior who was returning to the clinic for routine follow-up. He felt well and had no other complaints.He was connected to the EKG and the programmer's wand placed over the device. I interrogated his device and when the initial screen appeared, there it was: a single shock from his device, received two weeks ago."Mr. Smith, are you aware that you had an ICD shock about two weeks ago?""Yeah.""Why didn't you call us?""I don't know.""Did it bother you?""Not really.""Why not?"There was a pause. I looked up from the programmer and took a quick look at him. He was looking away. Instantly, I realized the answer."Never mind," I answered. "Here, I'll just change the VT detect... Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3382854 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:51:00 +0100 3382854 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3362469&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjournal-of-radiology-case-reports-march-2010-issue-published.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its March issueVol 4, No 3 (2010)Journal of Radiology Case Reports March 2010 issue Table of ContentsInterventional Radiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3362469 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:29:30 +0100 3362469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3354304&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FZ8_JCL0HA_4%2F By David RittgersI recently appeared on the Patt Morrison Show in southern California opposite Paul Helmke of the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence in a segment that begs the question of what gun control laws will look like if the Supreme Court incorporates the Second Amendment with the McDonald v. Chicago case. The audio of the program is here, but the issue merits a more detailed discussion than I could get into on the radio. The litigation over the boundaries of the Second Amendment in the District of Columbia previews the kinds of gun laws that will face court scrutiny. First, certain restrictions on the purchase of firearms will likely be overturned. California maintains a “safe gun roster” of handguns that manufacturers have successfully submitted for safety testing. Followi... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3354304 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:45:29 +0100 3354304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346478&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fhistory-of-defibrillation.html .. told in the New York Times:While the surgeon massaged the man’s heart manually, the article said, “a makeshift ‘defibrillator’ was rigged to administer instantaneous electric shock treatment.” The article described a process that was shocking in more ways than one. When the man’s heart went into ventricular fibrillation — an event that means death in less than five minutes — operating room workers hooked two copper electrodes to an examining lamp that happened to be in the room, touched the other ends to the man’s heart, and shocked it into normal rhythm.The “Philadelphia specialist” who dared to attach the wires “requested that his name be withheld from publication,” no doubt with good reason. But whoever he was, he was probably up to date on the latest in def... Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346478 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:53:00 +0100 3346478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3327028&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fatluf_Ejd5Q%2F URL: http://www.something-fishy.org/Dedicated to raising awareness and providing support to people with Eating Disorders, and their loved-ones… since 1995. For: AnyoneTopics: Addiction, Eating Disorders, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Life, LifestyleFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Conferences, Databases, Forums, Glossary, Information, Interviews, Links, Research, Therapist Directory, e-learning Dedicated to raising awareness and providing support to people with Eating Disorders, and their loved-ones… since 1995.  A pro-recovery site with help for those who suffer from Eating Disorders, with treatment centers, treatment locators, and support from those who have been there already, and are going through it... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3327028 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:00:33 +0100 3327028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3271072&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FCoCnvVRV2Q4%2F URL: http://mdsasupport.homestead.com/home.htmlThe mission of Making Daughters Safe Again (MDSA) is to support and advocate for survivors of mother-daughter sexual abuse (MDSA), to educate professionals and the general public, and to inspire action, knowledge, healing and hope. For: AnyoneTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Family Therapy, General Psychology, Lifestyle, Pediatric Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Sexual Assault, YouthFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Information, Links, e-learning The mission of Making Daughters Safe Again (MDSA) is to support and advocate for survivors of mother-daughter sexual abuse (mdsa), to educate pr... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3271072 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 17:00:12 +0100 3271072 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3251433&cid=t_153547_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2F_Ca0J5LGvcI%2Ftubes-untied-tube-reversal-patient-from-dominican-republic.html Shalena is a labor and delivery nurse who had a tubal ligation while suffering from postpartum depression. She is a good friend of Dr. Monteith and she travels from the Dominican Republic to reverse the permanent decision she made after the birth of her last child. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3251433 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:28:06 +0100 3251433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3246848&cid=t_153547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F02%2F06%2Fidea-partnerships-and-places-library-sharing-learning-and-innovation-to-transform-localitie%2F Link: IDeA Partnerships and places library: Sharing learning and innovation to transform localities The Skinny: IDeA’s library of case studies about partnerships. Filed under: Grey Literature, Interagency Relations, Local Authorities, NHS, Private Sector, Public Sector, Voluntary Sector Tagged: Case Studies, Good Practice, Grey Literature, Interagency Relations, Websites (Source: Fade Library) Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3246848 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:33:54 +0100 3246848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3243843&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FaftDEWWgZgI%2F URL: http://www.ragingalcoholic.com/I assume alcoholism or problem drinking is affecting you in someway. A way you really aren’t happy about. We’re here to give you information and access to resources. For: AnyoneTopics: Abnormal, Addiction, Anger, Behaviour Management, Chronic Disease, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Depression, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, Fatherhood, General Psychology, General Science, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Trauma, Treatment PlanningFeatures: Articles, Assessment Instruments, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Databases, Information, Links, Self Monitoring, Self-quizzes, e-learning I assume alcoholism or problem drinking is affecting you in... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3243843 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:00:21 +0100 3243843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3239620&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FWHPNnG7kCJI%2F URL: http://www.easy-dream-interpretation.com/index.htmlThis site will show you how to remember, record and analyze your dreams easily and effortlessly. It will also teach you how to use your own resources and not rely on dream dictionaries or other people to analyze your dreams for you. For: AnyoneTopics: Academia, Behaviour Management, General Psychology, Mental HealthFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Databases, Dictionary, File Sharing, Information, Journaling, Links, Mood Tracking, Personal Records Management This site will show you how to remember, record and analyze your dreams easily and effortlessly. It will also teach you how to use your own resources and not rely on dream dictionaries or other people to analyze your dreams for you. Dream analysis is best do... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3239620 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:00:52 +0100 3239620 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3235899&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FVBkTthmLn5g%2F URL: http://www.wadv.org/wadv1.htmWomen Against Domestic Violence (WADV) is an online organization that seeks to provide support and information to any adult or child who is or has been the victim of domestic abuse. For: ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Depression, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Parenting, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Sexual Assault, StressFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Commentary and Blogs, Information, Links, Resources, e-learning Women Against Domestic Violence (WADV) is an online organization that seeks to provide support and information to any adult or child who is or has been the victim of domestic abuse. We are a group of women from all over the world who have come together to put an en... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3235899 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:00:25 +0100 3235899 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3204989&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fradiology-journal-call-for-reviewers.html Call for Reviewers!Journal of Radiology Case Reports (JRCR)A new generation of Radiology journals for interactive Radiology case reports and Radiology review articlesThe JRCR is a unique kind of Radiology journals providing its articles with interactivity that resembles features available on the radiologist's workstationRead More... (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3204989 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 15:47:02 +0100 3204989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3197611&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2Fv_PjdAIck80%2F By Chris Moody The back story behind the Citizens United free speech case. (Or if you don’t have time to read about it, this short video clip explains it all.) RomneyCare: Obama’s OTHER Massachusetts problem. Tim Geithner’s lifelong love of bailouts. How substantial and meaningful change can be brought to Haiti. Podcast: “Supreme Court Affirms First Amendment” featuring John Samples. (Source: Cato-at-liberty) Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3197611 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:01:32 +0100 3197611 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3193779&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F01%2F21%2Frunning-mice-suggests-brain-fitness%2F I’m not a big fan of reporting on animal studies, because the results are often not replicated with humans. Animal studies are like the small surveys conducted in undergraduate psychology classes — you can find interesting results that may mean nothing except to the subjects you studied (e.g., well-educated young adults, most of whom are still teens). In the case of mice, well, we can say the results generalize to mice. (If we wanted to be even more specific, one could argue that lab mice bred for laboratory experiments are different than mice bred and raised in the wild, but let’s leave that leaf unturned.) But in a 24/7 news cycle, even mice studies can get mainstream media pickup. Case in point, this article in the UK’s The Guardian. It starts off well enough, ma... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3193779 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:35:08 +0100 3193779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3172149&cid=t_153547_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fsmall-but-mighty-meet-rickina-of-stick-me-designs.html So much diabetes news, so little attention to the individuals “in the trenches”… It seems we’re bombarded with headlines, often about developments from the major pharmaceutical and device companies that do play a key role in how we live and manage our diabetes. But what about the folks that don’t have a billion-dollar budget? The [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3172149 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:00:07 +0100 3172149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3167055&cid=t_153547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F01%2F13%2Fthe-new-eu-remedies-directive-proven-procurement-is-of-the-essence%2F Title: The new EU Remedies Directive: proven procurement is of the essence The Skinny: Briefing to raise awareness amongst NHS managers involved in procurement of the key changes to the rules and to highlight new provisions in the law which public authorities can use to protect themselves from challenge.  Key points: Revised EU rules will improve access to rapid and effective review procedures for suppliers who allege that public authorities have not acted in accordance with EU public procurement rules Risk of dissuasive new fines, the possibility of having contracts shortened and contracts overturned Ineffectiveness will apply where there has been a direct illegal award of a contract, a serious breach of procurement rules, coupled with a failure offer effective review. Ten-day ‘stands... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3167055 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:32:14 +0100 3167055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145923&cid=t_153547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F01%2F06%2Fvaluing-health-business-case-literature-review%2F Title: Valuing health: business case literature review (Summary report) Skinny: Literature review that summarises the available evidence and research on the financial and non-financial impact of health improvement activity. This review highlights the need for a greater focus on the financial impact of health improvement activity on local government services. But it indicate that there are a number of areas where local authorities could expect to make efficiency savings. These include older people’s health and independence, workforce health and climate change and sustainability. Publisher: Idea Size of Publication: 112p. (24p.) Published: December 2009 Posted in Grey Literature, Interagency Relations, Local Authorities, NHS, Public Sector Tagged: Business Case, Efficiency Savings, Grey Li... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145923 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 10:50:42 +0100 3145923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3122106&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F12%2F26%2Fdemystifying-psychiatry-an-interview-with-charles-f-zorumski-and-eugene-h-rubin%2F Today I have the honor of interviewing Eugene (Gene) and Charles (Church) Zorumski, authors of “Demystifying Psychiatry: A Resource for Patients and Families.” It is a fascinating and comprehensive resource to explain one of the most misunderstood sciences of our time. Question: In your book, you chart the various trends of psychiatry. In your view what are the most substantial trends and why? Answer: Thank you for asking us about our thoughts concerning the most substantial trends in psychiatry and about why we are optimistic about the future of psychiatry. We believe that three of the most substantial trends in psychiatry today are: Increasing collaboration between primary care and mental health teams in the delivery of psychiatric care Increasing use of and greater avai... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3122106 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 13:37:46 +0100 3122106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3100730&cid=t_153547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F18%2Fsandwell-west-birmingham-hospitals-nhs-trust-v-westwood-2009%2F Title: Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust v. Westwood [2009] The Skinny:  Appeal against the judgment of an Employment Tribunal which found that the employee Respondent had been unfairly dismissed on grounds of gross misconduct because:  i. the investigation was so deficient that no reasonable employer could have relied upon [it]; ii. the disciplinary hearing was equally deficient and no reasonable employer could have dismissed as a result; iii. the sanction of dismissal lay outside the band of reasonable responses with the result that no reasonable employer could have dismissed in the circumstances; iv. the conduct could not have been characterised as gross misconduct. Publisher: Bailii Size of Document: Webpage Case No.:  UKEAT 0032_09_1712 (17 December 2009) Posted ... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3100730 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:44:34 +0100 3100730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3089320&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F12%2Flive-on-tv-implantable-cardiac.html As implantable cardiac defibrillators (ICDs) are increasingly ubiquitous in society, it is not suprizing that their effects might be caught on television. We've already seen the remarkable benefit of an ICD correcting ventricular fibrillation in the professional Belgian soccer player, Anthony Van Loo, but when it happens to a conscious scientist at the 2009 Coppenhagen Climate Summit, it certainly turns heads:Danish physicist Henrik Svensmark was attending the Coppenhagen Climate Summit '09 and had three repetitive ICD firings recorded on live television. Reportedly he was rushed to a hospital and his condition stabilized.Implantable cardiac defibrillators fire when the ventricular heart rates exceed a pre-determined heart rate that is sustained for a predetermined number of heart beats. I... Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3089320 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 22:25:00 +0100 3089320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3084715&cid=t_153547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F14%2Femmanuel-v-south-gloucestershire-primary-care-trust-anor-2009%2F Title: Emmanuel v South Gloucestershire Primary Care Trust & Anor [2009] The Skinny: Appeal against the decision of the Family Health Services Appeal Authority dated 16th July 2009 directing that the Appellant (Dr Edward Emmanuel) be removed from the South Gloucestershire Primary Care Trust “medical performers list” under the Health Services Act 2006 (as amended) on grounds that he is unsuitable to be included in the list. The Appellant’s appeal is based on the grounds that the hearing was procedurally unfair, rendering the decision unlawful. Publisher: Bailii Size of Document: Webpage Case No.: EWHC 3260 (Admin) (11 December 2009) Posted in Case Law Tagged: Ethics, Jurisprudence, Medical Staff (Source: Fade Library) Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3084715 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:30:28 +0100 3084715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3084716&cid=t_153547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F14%2Funison-r-on-the-application-of-v-monitor-ors-2009%2F Title: Unison, R (on the application of) v Monitor & Ors [2009] The Skinny: The legal question in this case is the proper interpretation of the phrase “income derived from private charges” in section 44 of the National Health Service Act 2006 (“the 2006 Act”). The context in which these proceedings are brought, however, is a fiercely contested dispute about the future direction of the National Health Service (“the NHS”). In broad outline the issue is the extent to which NHS foundation trusts are able to provide goods and services for purposes other than those of the NHS. Publisher: Bailii Size of Document: Webpage Case No.:EWHC 3221 (Admin) (09 December 2009) Posted in Case Law, Hospitals, Private Sector Tagged: Foundation Trusts, Jurisprudence, NHS,... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3084716 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:00:07 +0100 3084716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3067171&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fdecember-issue-of-the-journal-of-radiology-case-reports.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its December issueVol 3, No 12 (2009)Journal of Radiology Case Reports December 2009 issue Table of ContentsGeneral Radiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3067171 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:08:11 +0100 3067171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3059756&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FJVap_jl306E%2F URL: http://www.asdreams.org/The International Association for the Study of Dreams is a non-profit, international, multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the pure and applied investigation of dreams and dreaming. For: AnyoneTopics: Abnormal, Academia, Clinical Psychology, Emotional Health, General Psychology, General ScienceFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Author Lists, Books, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Conferences, Databases, Information, Links, Research, e-learningThe International Association for the Study of Dreams is a non-profit, international, multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the pure and applied investigation of dreams and dreaming. Our purposes are to promote an awareness and appreciation of dreams in both professional and public arenas; to encourage... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3059756 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:00:17 +0100 3059756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3044778&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fekg-du-jour-19-case-of-obtundation.html A 60 year-old man was found obtunded, unable to ambulate or communicate at home by a house cleaning service. He was brought to the emergency room and found to by hypotensive, bradycardic and was intubated emergently due to poor ventillatory effort. His initial potassium was found to be 7.6 meq/L and a slow junctional escape rhythm of 40 b/min. He was administered calcium, insulin and glucose, and the EKG, shown below, improved a bit. Click image to enlargeAn astute observer glanced at the EKG and posed an important question to the ER staff.What was the question?-WesAddendum 18:45 CST - The EKG image was updated to permit better enlarged viewing.Musings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3044778 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:49:00 +0100 3044778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2995825&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fjrcr-accepted-for-indexing-in-elseviers-scopus-and-embase.html  We are glad to announce that Elsevier will index the contents of the Journal of Radiology Case Reports in its literature database systems (e.g. Embase, Scopus). This will make your published articles available to an evenRead More... (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2995825 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:16:16 +0100 2995825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2992743&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Fnovember-issue-of-the-journal-of-radiology-case-reports.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its November issueVol 3, No 11 (2009)Journal of Radiology Case Reports November 2009 issueTable of ContentsNeuroradiology (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2992743 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:45:56 +0100 2992743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2989176&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fhow-to-find-arrhythmia-patients-room.html When it's 1:00 AM and you're not sure where the patient with incessant ventricular tachycardia is located in the ICU, just turn to the telemetry strips:Click image to enlarge-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2989176 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:51:00 +0100 2989176 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2981039&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=34765&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhcrenewal.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fkelo-case-redux-once-more-pfizer-pulls.html Four years ago we posted (here, here and here) about the controversial US Supreme Court decision in the Kelo case. Most discussion of the case at the time focused on individual property rights vs the power of the government to promote economic development, but the case had an important health care angle.Briefly, the case centered on the taking of private property, including a house owned by Susette Kelo, by a not-for-profit organization, the New London (Connecticut) Development Corporation (NLDC) given the power of eminent domain by the New London city government. While the ostensible rationale for the taking was economic development, the action appeared to have been at the behest of Pfizer Inc, the world's largest pharmaceutical company, which had built a research and development facility... Health Care Renewal blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2981039 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:15:00 +0100 2981039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2977338&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FSwV8o9_R2sE%2F URL: http://www.trauma-pages.com/These Trauma Pages focus primarily on emotional trauma and traumatic stress, including PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder) and dissociation, whether following individual traumatic experience(s) or a large-scale disaster. The purpose of this award winning site is to provide information for clinicians and researchers in the traumatic-stress field. For: Clinicians, Researchers, Students, TeachersTopics: Anxiety, Depression, Forensic, Life, Lifestyle, Social Psychology, Social Support, TraumaFeatures: Articles, Books, Case Studies, Information, Links, e-learning These Trauma Pages focus primarily on emotional trauma and traumatic stress, including PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder) and dissociation, whether following individual traumatic experience(s) ... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2977338 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:00:26 +0100 2977338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2967424&cid=t_153547_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fcranham-on-patient-education-explaining-oral-health-function-and-beauty%2F I tell patients that there are three things to focus on. The first is biological issues that cause cavities or gum disease. Our first thing is to diagnose these issues. We know we can’t eliminate bacteria, but we can control it. We can create an environment that can be cleaned by the patient – smooth fillings, no deep periodontal pockets. This helps patients take care of their teeth, so they’re more likely to keep natural teeth for life. Secondly, we must control stress or forces on teeth. There has to be harmony with jaw, muscles, and teeth to distribute forces evenly. As we move the jaws, we want no damaging lateral forces on back teeth. We must establish balance with jaw movement. Lastly, we keep teeth looking natural for “invisible” dentistry. If a patient is unhappy with the... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2967424 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:10:00 +0100 2967424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2967341&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F11%2F06%2Fhow-do-you-treat-empty-nest-depression%2F Several mom friends of mine have lately come down with a bad case of “empty-nest depression” — moms who just dropped off their youngest offspring to college, or moms having difficulty keeping busy now that the youngest is in kindergarten all day. I googled the term “empty-nest depression” to see what I could find on this topic. I was surprised to see the Beyond Blue post I wrote in 2007 at the top of the search results. But, after reading it, I can see why it was so popular. I merely asked a question, and all of you answered it. On the comment box of that post are written different kinds of compassionate and insightful responses to my question: How do you treat empty-nest depression? Beyond Blue reader Barbara initiated the discussion with this practical piec... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2967341 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:27:41 +0100 2967341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2967315&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fcardiology-fellow-saves-life-on-subway.html Dr. Sonia Tolani, 32, a first-year cardiology fellow at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia, notches her belt with another save after 20 minutes of CPR on the subway..."Stayin alive, stayin' alive, ah ah ah ah..."Nice work!-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2967315 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:02:00 +0100 2967315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2927366&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FDlNrsfqfBVY%2F URL: http://www.childrenofhoarders.com/bindex.phpFor many, growing up in an environment of constant chaos and disorganization has effects that go far beyond living amongst the accumulation of possessions or not being able to have friends over. Our parents who hoard often hid behind closed blinds isolating themselves from the world outside. For: Anyone, Consumers, AnyoneTopics: Anxiety, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Family Therapy, Life, LifestyleFeatures: Author Lists, Databases, Information, Links, Therapist Directory, Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, DVDs and Videos, Forums, Information, e-learningFor many, growing up in an environment of constant chaos and disorganization ha... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2927366 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:00:30 +0100 2927366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2924777&cid=t_153547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F10%2F25%2Fprotecting-the-nhs-in-relation-to-patient-mobility-and-cross-border-healthcare-draft-regulations-and-guidance%2F Title: Draft Guidance: Cross Border Healthcare & Patient Mobility Skinny: Case law from the European Court of Justice (ECJ) on patient mobility under Article 49 of the EU Treaty means that patients are able to seek any healthcare (including private care) in another European Economic Area (EEA) Member State, and, as long as they are entitled to the treatment in question under their home healthcare system, they are eligible to have their costs reimbursed. For patients travelling from the UK, this reimbursement can be up to the level of the cost for the same treatment provided in the UK under the NHS. Any additional costs must be met by the individual. The draft regulations and draft accompanying guidance is intended to provide greater clarity to the NHS about the application of case law ... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2924777 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:00:43 +0100 2924777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2916141&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fcsi-chicago-murder-victims-identified.html In a sad case here in Chicago, it is interesting to note that a person's pacemaker can help identify them if no other means of identification exists following a homicide:Ruby and Milton McClendon's bodies were discovered about 12:30 p.m. Monday in the Wentworth Woods of the Cook County Forest Preserve off Campbell Road between Pulaski and Michigan City Roads. An autopsy performed Tuesday determined that Milton McClendon died from a gunshot wound to the head and Ruby McClendon died from multiple gunshot wounds. Milton McClendon, who was identified through his heart pacemaker, was 78, and his wife was 76, records show.This is not the first time pacemakers have been used to determine critical identifying information or details (subscription) about the time of death. All patients implanted wit... Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2916141 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:17:00 +0100 2916141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2912345&cid=t_153547_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fcranham%2Fcranham-on-case-presentation-patient-education%2F The primary patient education system that we have used and continue to utilize is GURU by Henry Schein. It’s interesting because it uses a combination of nice animations, with some video, but I like that it does not have a lot of audio. I retain the freedom to use the scrubber brush to go to certain parts of the animations and discuss it with the patient. With any patient education package, you have to retain the human touch. Not sure that the systems that you turn on and leave the patient to watch – I just don’t think they’re effective. I often use some photography in my discussion with a patient. At my office, we try to make the education unique to the patient. We also use Bite FX, which is oriented more to TMD issues. It’s not quite as well known, but it i... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2912345 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:00:32 +0100 2912345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2890697&cid=t_153547_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FxYSuZIOYB1k%2F URL: http://www.facetheissue.com/Features narrated animations and facts about addiction, eating disorders, depression, and other mental health concerns. For: AnyoneTopics: ADHD, Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Biological Psychology, Bipolar, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Eating Disorders, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Self-helpFeatures: Case Studies, Commentary and Blogs, Documentary, Forums, Information, Self Monitoring, Videos, e-learning Features narrated animations and facts about addiction, eating disorders, depression, and other mental health concerns.  Adds a “real-life” dimension to each disorder listed on the site.  A must see. (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2890697 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:00:13 +0100 2890697 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2879849&cid=t_153547_177_f&fid=38133&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTubalReversalBlog%2F%7E3%2FLyjCUg4PVxg%2Ffirst-successful-reversal-of-adiana-sterilization.html The first successful reversal of tubal sterilization by the Adiana method was reported today by Dr. Gary Berger, Medical Director of Chapel Hill Tubal Reversal Center. The Adiana sterilization method uses radio frequency energy to cause tubal blockage and was approved for use in the US in July 2009. (Source: Tubal Reversal Blog) Tubal Reversal Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2879849 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:59:49 +0100 2879849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2871711&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fnow-thats-determination.html ... when you have to reach for a urinary catheter to finish a marathon:Since he started running at age 50, the 81-year-old Johncock has done more than 400 races, ranging from 5K to 50K, including more than 100 marathons. He said he's never dropped out of a race. "I wanted to finish. I didn't want to go to the hospital." But he knew he couldn't get to the finish without relieving himself. "My bladder would've have burst or something," he said. Then a spectator who overheard the conversation said he had a spare catheter in his car. "I said, 'Oh, you saved my life. And you saved my marathon.'" Johncock was able to insert it himself.'nuf said.-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2871711 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:37:00 +0100 2871711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2871841&cid=t_153547_115_f&fid=38592&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.radiolopolis.com%2Findex.php%2Fmy-profile%2Fmy-blog%2Foctober-issue-of-the-journal-of-radiology-case-reports-published.html The Journal of Radiology Case Reports has just published its October issueVol 3, No 10 (2009)Journal of Radiology Case Reports October 2009 issue (Source: Radiolopolis Blogs) Radiolopolis Blogs blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2871841 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:45:44 +0100 2871841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2862511&cid=t_153547_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fanother-way-defibrillators-prevent.html It seems they can stop bullets:A 61-year-old male presented to the emergency room with a gunshot wound to the upper left chest. He had a history of myocardial infarction, two coronary bypass graft surgeries, and intracoronary stents. The patient had chronic ischemic cardiomyopathy with a left ventricular ejection fraction of 24%. He received a Medtronic Virtuoso-DR D154AWG (Minneapolis, MN) transvenous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) in 2007 for primary prophylaxis. Since implantation, he had never received ICD therapy but did atrial pace frequently. The ICD had been interrogated 2 weeks prior and was found to function normally. Despite the gunshot wound with an entry to the chest located just medial to the ICD generator, the patient remained alert with stable vital signs and ... Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2862511 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:52:00 +0100 2862511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2862684&cid=t_153547_133_f&fid=35129&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwhitterer-autism.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fwhere-oh-where.html Sometimes these things creep up on you when you least expect them. This one runs at me, bowls me over and catches me out on a day when we’re running behind schedule, loudly drowning in the minutiae of the early morning schedule, the one designed to have everyone ready for school on time, although we are rarely truly successful. It’s always an approximation of harried, as no-one around here will be hurried. The minutes tick by as we fall further and further behind, flustered and frustrated, just for a change. By the time he comes downstairs for the umpteenth time in a state of bewilderment, I know that we need to take a few steps back as I’m expecting too much too soon, as there are too many distractions to ever achieve task completion unaided. “Come on, up we go, let’s go and ge... Whitterer on Autism blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2862684 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 06:08:00 +0100 2862684 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2855775&cid=t_153547_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F9rhxCxynxj0%2F More on Sylvia Tagle, the special ed teacher convicted of putting hot sauce in soda and allowing a child to drink it: Did she do it? Tagle has defenders who describe her as a caring and committed teacher. Was she? I am having a hard time getting a complete picture because the coverage of this story was so skimpy. I can understand why there wasn’t much space devoted to it. It just doesn’t seem like that big a story. Photo courtesy of yaybiscuits123 (flickr.com) Unless it’s your kid, of course, or like us you are interested in stories of abuse in the world of special needs. I can’t help thinking that reduced newsroom staff is having an effect on reporting stories like this one as well as other stories. The Miami Herald had a 17 % staff cut in June 2008. In March, the... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2855775 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:45:53 +0100 2855775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2851749&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FxSzRo3XvKyE%2F With its decision today to hear the case of McDonald v. Chicago, the Supreme Court should settle the question of whether states must recognize the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms. In June of 2008, in District of Columbia v. Heller, the Court found, for the first time, that the federal government must recognize the Second Amendment right of individuals, quite apart from their belonging to a militia, to have an operational firearm in their home. But the decision left open the question whether states were similarly bound. Thus, the so-called incorporation doctrine will be at issue in this case – the question of whether the Fourteenth Amendment “incorporates” the guarantees of the Bill of Rights against the states. The Bill of Rights applied originally only against the feder... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2851749 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:49:36 +0100 2851749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2842480&cid=t_153547_87_f&fid=34765&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhcrenewal.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fkelo-case-redux-pfizers-nice-place-ends.html Four years ago we posted (here, here and here) about the controversial US Supreme Court decision in the Kelo case. Most discussion of the case at the time focused on individual property rights vs the power of the government to promote economic development, but the case had an important health care angle.Briefly, the case centered on the taking of private property, including a house owned by Susette Kelo, by a not-for-profit organization, the New London (Connecticut) Development Corporation (NLDC) given the power of eminent domain by the New London city government. While the ostensible rationale for the taking was economic development, the action appeared to have been at the behest of Pfizer Inc, the world's largest pharmaceutical company, which had built a research and development facility... Health Care Renewal blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2842480 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:40:00 +0100 2842480