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 'image'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:51:19 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181897&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F09%2F01%2Fsxsw-2012-psychology-picks-need-your-vote%2F Time is running out to vote for some of your favorite SXSW 2012 Interactive panel ideas through the SXSW panel picker (Friday at midnight is the deadline). Yes, you need to register a free account in order to vote, but it takes only a minute to do so. I’ve organized a panel again for consideration, as have some other psychologists and professionals. I’ve highlighted three panels I’d like you to vote a big thumbs-up on, if you have a minute today. While people’s votes only constitute 30 percent of how a panel idea is chosen to present at SXSW Interactive, it’s an important part of the process that helps the organizers make the tough decisions. The panel I’ve proposed is about online therapy. But not your everyday kind of online therapy… Click on th... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181897 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 12:14:46 +0100 5181897 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159654&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fgood-character-or-great-body-what-are-we-teaching-our-kids%2F When I was a teenager, all the girls my age were concerned about the size of their breasts, their weight, and how they looked. Thirty years later, teenage girls are still obsessed with the same thing. How sad — if only young women were more interested in becoming intelligent, caring human beings! Not that these young women don’t care about both their bodies and global issues, it is just that body image has such an effect on how they feel about themselves and can even impact what they accomplish with their education and careers. Breast cancer has a dual effect on women who are diagnosed. On the one hand it affects our wellbeing and health, but on the other it impacts how we feel about ourselves as women especially because of the disfigurement of our breasts. I wonder if it would be ... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159654 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:56:04 +0100 5159654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5140110&cid=t_101547_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FVxLAG4V4Gqk%2F Ever called someone—or been called—a narcissist? Chances are, it wasn’t a compliment. In popular culture (as opposed to psychoanalytic theory), ‘narcissist’ is generally used to describe someone vain, conceited, egotistical, selfish or deluded about their self-worth. But a new study suggests that a little bit of narcissism, at least in the young, is actually a good thing. Where narcissism goes bad is (alas! like so many things) with age. “Most people think of narcissism as a trait that doesn’t change much across the lifespan,” said University of Illinois researcher Patrick Hill, who conducted the study with psychology professor Brent Roberts. “But a lot of recent studies have shown that the developmental trajectory of narcissism goes upward in adolescence ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5140110 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:33:12 +0100 5140110 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5139880&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F08%2F16%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-august-16-2011%2F Our society has an unshakeable desire to be “normal.” Whatever normal means. In fact, I have forsaken my own truth at times, because the idea of being normal, problem-free, low-maintenance, unencumbered by illness or age seemed too attractive not to embrace. But the fact is whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, physical or mental illness, financial issues or weight gain, being free of life and all of its abnormalities is near impossible. Why are we trying to hide ourselves in an effort to be perfect and illness free? I realized this after seeing friends I hadn’t seen in a decade. While at first burdened that my life had veered too far from normal (in both my personal and professional choices), I finally had to laugh at myself. I realized that all this pressure t... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5139880 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:37:01 +0100 5139880 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130651&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F15%2Fthrough-the-looking-glass%2F Title: Through the looking glass Scan or click to download 'Through the looking glass' The Skinny: Report from the thinktank Demos suggesting that key priorities tackling child poverty and youth unemployment; supporting parents at key transition points in their children’s development; and encouraging positive relationships with peers short form the basis of government strategy to deal with youth issues, particularly those to do with girls. The report identifies that British teenage girls experience worse rates of binge drinking, worse levels of physical inactivity and more frequent incidences of teen pregnancy than their European counterparts andevidence that twice as many teenage girls as teenage boys suffer from ‘teen angst’. Publisher: Demos Published: April 2011 Size: 1... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130651 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:53:14 +0100 5130651 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103487&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F08%2Fall-nature-sings-his-glory.html Praise flows from the million voices of crickets singing a late summer lullaby.Glory cascades from the yellowest sunset I've ever seen.Skepticism melts in the shadow of a gold harvest half moon.His presence shines from every one of the thousand stars visible tonight.He begs me for these: praise, glory, belief, presence with Him.In everything beautiful, and in everything ugly about this world,there is the shadow and whisper of His holiness.He is making all things new.Even my broken heart and shattered mind. (Source: Turquoise Gates) Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103487 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 04:11:00 +0100 5103487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5077933&cid=t_101547_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F-8WJ--lhs9Q%2F This study sheds light on important ‘SNPs’ or genetic variations within an individual’s DNA, associated with long-term, chronic eating disorders. These variations suggest genetic predictors for patients who may be particularly susceptible to eating disorders and whose illnesses are most difficult to treat effectively. The study’s lead researcher, Cinnamon Bloss, Ph.D., explains that ultimately, the study could help treatment of patients with long-term illness stemming from some of these genetic factors: Anorexia and bulimia likely stem from many different causes, such as culture, family, life changes and personality traits But we know biology and genetics are highly relevant in terms of cause and can also play a role in how people respond to treatment. Understanding the genetic... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5077933 Fri, 29 Jul 2011 21:53:47 +0100 5077933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069711&cid=t_101547_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FxeLWpEakoRU%2F I have a treadmill, and I work out with my trainer, Julie Diamond, as often as possible. She’s so positive. She’s never like, “Move your fat butt!” It’s more like, “Think of how you’ll feel when you’re in great shape.” And she’s right. There are weeks when I don’t exercise at all, and I don’t feel good…For me, it always has to be about health. That’s why I’m a vegan. Well, I don’t even do that for my health entirely, I do it for animals. The point is, there always has to be a better reason than looking good, or I won’t stick with it.   –Emily Deschanel, as told to Women’s Health Related posts: Motivational Mantra: Thandie Newton On Embracing Her Sense Of Self Motivational Man... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069711 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:00:23 +0100 5069711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5051237&cid=t_101547_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FnpoR3Ain4_w%2F Hired someone new and exciting? Promoted a rising star? Finally solved that hard-to-fill spot? Share the news with us and we’ll share with it others. That’s right. Send us your announcements and we’ll find a home for them. Don’t be shy. Everyone wants to know who is coming and going, especially with all the layoffs. Despite the downsizing, there is movement. Here are some of the latest changes. Recognize anyone? And here is our regular feature. Send us a photo and we will spotlight a different person each week. This time around, we note that Rabin Martin consulting is adding Jeff Sturchio as a senior partner to guide strategy, identify emerging issues and create partnerships for corporate, multilateral and nonprofit clients. Sturchio is currrently ceo of the Global Health Council, ... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5051237 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:04:45 +0100 5051237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4997532&cid=t_101547_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FeGWyjEbJ2TY%2F We have just started the long process of cataloguing the LITFL image collection - currently standing at 120,000 prospectively consented images from the last 15 years. (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4997532 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 07:28:58 +0100 4997532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4975868&cid=t_101547_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=4968421&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F06%2F24%2Fthe-fdas-new-report-on-silicone-breast-implant-safety%2F Did you know that women who get silicone breast implants should “assume that you will need additional surgeries,” and should get follow-up MRIs every couple of years? Over at Our Bodies Our Blog, I have summary of this and other information from the FDA’s new report on the safety of silicone breast implants, along with links to the agency’s additional resources on the topic, such as things to consider before getting implants, questions to ask your surgeon if you’re thinking of getting them, and more information on complications and adverse outcomes. Filed under: Body Image & Eating Disorders, Boobs, Government (Source: Women's Health News) Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968421 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:42:25 +0100 4968421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934731&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fback-to-bra-shopping-to-fit-new-breasts%2F Now that my revised, reconstructed breasts are settling down, I once again need a new bra. I have learned through my transformation that shopping for a bra is a real task. The one black lace bra that worked in the past no longer fits my new breasts, and most of the bras I have tried on lately just don’t work either. It wasn’t until I had breast cancer that I learned how important a properly fitted bra is. First, I needed a good sturdy bra when I was using just a molded prosthesis for the first breast I lost. Then after the initial reconstruction surgery, I didn’t need as much support, but I needed a bra that would give me the shape I wanted. Now I need a new bra that has the right amount of coverage and can show off the cleavage without pushing my breasts together. What I really ne... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934731 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:39:16 +0100 4934731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4945190&cid=t_101547_150_f&fid=34889&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpharmamkting.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fshaw-shtick-redemption-michael-shaw-of.html Back in October, 2010, I floated the concept of Pharmaguy's Comedy Improv(e) Club, through which I hoped to highlight the humorous side of the pharmaceutical industry (see here).Unfortunately, I didn't pursue that half-baked idea and somebody beat me to it!In today's Wall Street Journal I read that Michael Shaw, Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer, North America Pharmaceuticals at GlaxoSmithKline, won the title of the nation's funniest compliance officer (read more about it here).Here's a bit of Shaw's Shtick:"I know what you think when you hear compliance officer," said Mr. Shaw at the beginning of his act. "Dynamic, charismatic, well-dressed, gets into all the clubs, has to beat off women—and men—with a stick."Then he went into character, as an overwrought guy ... Pharma Marketing Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4945190 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:24:00 +0100 4945190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934368&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=36089&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthesituationist.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F06%2F11%2Fbarbie-commercials-across-the-decades-and-the-implications-on-female-identity-and-objectification%2F From Sister Blog, Law and Mind (by HLS student, Cassie Mathias): In the past weeks, the Law and Mind Sciences blogposts have included observations about media influences and gender, including Misogyny in Music, Mindfulness and Identity in the context of yogurt advertisements, and the conformity in appearances at HLS job interviews. As these posts described, pop culture, advertisements, and cultural norms all have the power to influence perceptions of gender. No where does this media influence appear to have a wider or longer lasting impact than Barbie. From the first Barbie television advertisement ever (portrayed in the above video) to the introduction of Ken, to current television advertising, Barbie has maintained a prominent presence as a commercial phenomenon, a fashion icon, and sou... The Situationist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934368 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 21:02:48 +0100 4934368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893818&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F06%2Fopposite-side-of-pride-or-how-to-accept.html After you admit your fault, rebuild the fence, and make appropriate amends, then move forward. There are certain debts that you cannot pay without the ability to go back in time and choose different actions. Any attempt to earn back your reputation and good name is only to serve a shrouded sense of personal pride. I’m specifically talking about people who run the risk of tying themselves down to rigorous religion, becoming more concerned with rules and regulations as a means to outwardly prove that the insides have changed. You cannot earn a gold heart. You cannot perform to become. When the inside has changed, the outside has remnants. Refuse to work outward-in. Commit to an inward-out approach and keep it personal. Pride is the messenger of the soul who refuses to accept the free ... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893818 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 09:32:00 +0100 4893818 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893556&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F06%2F03%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-june-3-2011%2F It’s easy to slip into the “coulda, woulda, shouldas” of our lives. There’s the trip you didn’t take. The relationship you might have ended too soon. The career that sits, still waiting to be pursued. And though it maybe difficult to admit, it’s not the boss that held you back or the friend that slighted you. In fact, there’s probably some true to the saying that “you are your own worst enemy.” It’s the weekend again. It’s June. Summer is upon us. Why not take the time to reflect on why you’re holding yourself back? A few days ago, I asked our Facebook friends what’s the best decision they ever made. It was one of our most popular topics and we received responses on everything from living to accepting their life.... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893556 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:16:55 +0100 4893556 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893755&cid=t_101547_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2F2NjmJE1ZWUc%2F The pool at my apartment complex opened this past weekend. There we all were in our bathing suits — mostly pale-skinned but some unseasonably tan; mostly bikini-clad but some in one-pieces; flip-flopped and pony-tailed. Girls girls girls. Oh, and there were men there, too. But I have to say, I didn’t pay them much mind. I was focused solely on the ladies. This has nothing to do with sexual preference, though. No, I was simply sizing them up. Did she look better in her bikini than I did? Was her stomach flatter than mine? It’s the ones who look really good that drew my attention most, because they are the ones I’m holding myself up to in comparison. In a poll conducted by Fitness magazine, 80 percent of women said they think other women are scrutinizing them in their swimwear. (Who ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893755 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:22:59 +0100 4893755 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813614&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fdo-we-need-a-longer-hospital-stay-after-a-mastectomy%2F Even though the scientific evidence shows that women recover just as well at home after a mastectomy, I don’t believe women should be sent home the day after surgery. In the late 1990s, the switch was made to sending women home quickly after surgery to remove a breast. The evidence suggested that women recover just as well at home as in the hospital. Prior to that decision, many women were in the hospital for several days — now it is up to doctors whether to keep a woman longer than the initial day of recovery. They need a medical reason for insurance to pay for the extended hospital stay. But the evidence doesn’t address the emotional impact that breast cancer and losing a breast has on a woman. We especially need time to assess our feelings about losing a breast before returni... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813614 Tue, 10 May 2011 17:00:14 +0100 4813614 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4795072&cid=t_101547_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F05%2F06%2Fcelebrate-no-diet-day-may-6-2011%2F Today, May 6, 2011 is International “no diet day”. That’s right – there’s actually a day for people who refuse dieting and hopefully help raise awareness of dieting’s physical, mental, and emotional dangers. “No Diet Day” is an annual celebration of body acceptance and body shape diversity. (YAHOOOOOO!!!) This day is also dedicated to promoting a healthy life style and raise awareness of the dangers and futility of dieting. International No Diet Day is observed on May 6 (TODAY!) Here are three reasons not to diet: They don’t work. A 2007 UCLA study showed 86% of people who diet regain the weight back and more They are associated with negative body image and emotional problems that can lead to depression, a serious psychological disor... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4795072 Fri, 06 May 2011 17:34:20 +0100 4795072 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4775364&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ourbodiesourblog.org%2Fblog%2F2011%2F05%2Fskin-deep-database-provides-details-on-safety-of-skin-care-and-cosmetic-products The Skin Deep Cosmetics Database, a free online database maintained by the Environmental Working Group, provides information on the safety and potential harms of ingredients in make-up, sunscreen, facial cleansers and moisturizers, contact lens solutions, shampoo, nail polish and remover, baby wipes, soaps, and creams, toothpaste, fragrances, and other cosmetic and skin care products. You can browse by cosmetic category or search for the name of your favorite product to find out about possible hazards in terms of cancer risk, reproductive toxicities, and allergies. Information is also provided on companies’ animal testing policies. The directions and ingredients listed on each product label is listed, and links are provided to other similar product types and products from the same m... Our Bodies Our Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4775364 Mon, 02 May 2011 17:50:37 +0100 4775364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4771050&cid=t_101547_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FEZc0QhBFFTY%2Fbeautiful.html American Idol covered Carol King's songs this past week. Haley Reinhart did “Beautiful.”  The words are a reminder of a simple way to be beautiful. You've got to get up every morning with a smile on your face And show the world all the love in your heart Then people gonna treat you better You're gonna find, yes, you will That you're beautiful as you feel ….. Carol King puts it much more beautifully than the essay by Robert Tornambe, M.D.: What Makes a Person Ugly? Here is Carol King singing “Beautiful” live. Enjoy (Source: Suture for a Living) Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4771050 Sun, 01 May 2011 11:56:00 +0100 4771050 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4768129&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diet-blog.com%2F11%2Fbmi_on_childrens_report_cards.php Most parents believe their child is at a healthy weight, but more than likely the child is overweight. Arkansas has been giving kids a BMI score since 2004 and now some other US States have recently begun to consider following suit. They may be adding a BMI score to student's report cards along with diet and exercise tips. After all, obesity rates continue to soar in America. 13 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4768129 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4768129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4744839&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F04%2F23%2Frecovery-from-addiction-and-depression-an-interview-with-vivian-eisenecher-2%2F Today I have the honor of interviewing Vivian Eisenecher, author of Recovering Me, Discovering Joy, and a sought after speaker, mentor and writer since 1996. Her other published works include articles for Chicken Soup for the Soul and Woman’s World. Her inspirational story has been enthusiastically received by churches, companies and corporations, national organizations and national associations. She is passionate about reducing the stigma of mental illness and substance abuse. She loves helping people meet their potential and discover joy in their lives! Question: I love the definition of authentic success that you give in your book. You spell out PROCESS as an acrostic and go through the seven components of process. Could you abbreviate them here for my readers? Vivian: Authentic s... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4744839 Sat, 23 Apr 2011 11:59:18 +0100 4744839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4719898&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fwould-you-prefer-longevity-or-a-perfect-figure%2F2011.04.15 I’ve spent some time thinking about this survey.   I couldn’t find any better information on the survey than the press release from the University of the West of England (UWE).  Perhaps in the future it will be published in a journal for better review. The  survey was apparently done by the  new eating disorder charity The Succeed Foundation in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE).  The editor’s notes indicate 320 women (ages 18 – 65 years, average age 24.49)  studying at 20 British universities completed The Succeed Foundation Body Image Survey in March 2011. Notably, the survey found that 30% of women would trade at least one year of their life to achieve their ideal body weight and shape. (more…) *This blog post was originally publi... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4719898 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:00:00 +0100 4719898 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4709235&cid=t_101547_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2FLCGSPM69v-k%2Flongevity-or-perfect-figure.html I’ve spent some time thinking about this survey.   I couldn’t find any better information on the survey than the press release from the University of the West of England (UWE).  Perhaps in the future it will be published in a journal for better review. The  survey was apparently done by the  new eating disorder charity The Succeed Foundation in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE).  The editor’s notes indicate 320 women (ages 18 – 65 years, average age 24.49)  studying at 20 British universities completed The Succeed Foundation Body Image Survey in March 2011.   Notably, the survey found that 30% of women would trade at least one year of their life to achieve their ideal body weight and shape. The research has ... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4709235 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:15:00 +0100 4709235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696587&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F04%2F10%2Fsunday-news-round-up-whining-about-the-heat-edition%2F This week I added one more lecture to the list of lectures I need to write up for posts here; this week it was Kevin Pho, better known as KevinMD. I’ll have more detail and commentary later, but I particularly appreciated his closing remark that patients *are* going online for health information, and physicians can either roll their eyes and resist or get on board – I’ve made the same argument in various posts here. One more example of the Tennessee state legislature being up to utter hateful bullshit: Legislature moves quickly to nullify council’s newly adopted nondiscrimination ordinance. Nashville passed an ordinance basically meaning that businesses contracting with the metro government have to have nondiscrimination policies in place that include protections a... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696587 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 16:40:39 +0100 4696587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4693287&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fbritish-women-would-trade-longer-life-for-thinner-bodies%2F2011.04.08 College-aged women in the UK say they would trade longevity for an ideal body weight. 320 women studying at 20 British universities (ages 18-65; average, 24.49) completed a survey in March. The research, conducted for new eating disorder charity The Succeed Foundation, in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE), found that nearly 30% of women would trade at least one year of their life to achieve their ideal body weight and shape: –16% would trade 1 year of their life –10% would trade 2-5 years –2% would trade 6-10 years –1% would trade 21 years or more (more…) *This blog post was originally published at ACP Internist* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4693287 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +0100 4693287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4664228&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F04%2F01%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-april-1-2011%2F Happy April Fool’s Day! Will you be partaking in this prank-filled holiday? Let’s say not only are you not participating, but you are hiding from those who are. Maybe you should reconsider and embrace the practical joking for today. Think I’m crazy? In a 2008 New York Times article called, “April Fool! The Purpose of Pranks,” reporter Benedict Carey wrote about the psychology behind pranks. Interestingly, he found that initiation rites and coming of age rituals were a way to introduce a person to a group. The anger and embarrassment from being pranked may evoke a sense of self-awareness and self-reflection. Why? Being vulnerable and getting fooled opens up a whole can of worms getting us to question what we did or didn’t do that caused us to fall for a ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4664228 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:57:59 +0100 4664228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4653379&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F03%2F29%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-march-29-2011%2F As a dental hygienist, my mom not only cleans people’s teeth, but listens to do them as she does so every day. And like hair stylists and therapists, she often hears their problems too. One of the most valuable advice she has ever given me is to not judge what other people are going through. “You never know what you would do in that situation unless it happened to you.” Our posts this week makes me think about what she said. You may have lived through difficulty, failure, loss of self-respect. You may, in fact, be going through this right now. If so, remember to find the people in your life who won’t judge you, but have compassion for your situation. That person may even be you. I hope you will enjoy our top posts this week! There are some good ones everything from ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4653379 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:31:31 +0100 4653379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4642912&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Ffinishing-the-fight-against-breast-cancer%2F I have been writing this blog for 5 years now and last week was the first week that I missed posting one. I think I finally crashed and burned. Not from writing the blog — this is something I love — but from trying to be superwoman. I had follow-up reconstructive surgery a week ago last Thursday, and Friday I was right back to business. By Monday I was feeling the fatigue that comes after surgery, which I could have avoided by resting Friday and Saturday. I stumbled through the rest of the week barely accomplishing anything. Generally I bounce back quickly from surgery. I need at least a day of rest after, but I didn’t give myself that privilege this time. I am always encouraging breast cancer survivors to take their time healing and to give themselves as much time and spac... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4642912 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:39:16 +0100 4642912 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4575125&cid=t_101547_113_f&fid=39278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogsite.mdbuyline.com%2F%3Fp%3D208 Everyone knows that radiation is harmful.  Now, with more imaging procedures being performed, the FDA has published an initiative to reduce unnecessary radiation exposure.  The primary focus of the initiative is to promote awareness but it also provides guidelines and measures to reduce high levels of patient exposure. First, let’s define which technologies are most affected.  One study stated that CT, interventional fluoroscopy, and nuclear medicine studies make up approximately 26% of the imaging procedures using radiation but contributed 89% of the total yearly exposure to radiation from medical imaging.  To be more specific, the New England Journal of Medicine listed CT angiography of the chest and spine, myocardial perfusion (nuclear medicine), and cath lab imaging as delivering... MD Buyline blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4575125 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 14:07:39 +0100 4575125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4549779&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F03%2F04%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-march-4-2011%2F Life is a work in progress. When I think about who I was 10 years ago, that girl was barely distinguishable from who stands before me today. Ever read an old journal and feel astonished by who you were? I feel the same way. I was lost, confused and did not know who I was or who I wanted to be. I was a slave to my emotions and my experiences. I let others create the road in front of me and define my worth. While I have grown a lot since then, I am still a work in progress. I don’t know where you are on your journey, but if you are struggling to get to where you want to be in your life, I hope a few of these top posts this week will bring you solace. It takes a lot to get to your goals. You may be dealing with depression, body image issues or struggling with your own self-identity. If ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4549779 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 12:44:20 +0100 4549779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4532257&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F28%2Fmoving-in-the-right-direction-my-new-role-at-psych-central%2F Oprah Winfrey told the 1997 graduating class of Wellesley College that failure is God’s way of saying “Excuse me, you’re moving in the wrong direction.” She also said that when you are doing what you were created to do, it should feel like breathing. The talk show host was spot on with me because the last six months as a strategic communications consultant (whatever the hell that is) at a large consulting firm felt like 175 days of suffocation. The more I tried to fit in with all the Harvard MBAs, the more awkward I felt (as a theology major). The more I studied the various models of change management and how to direct a government agency from vision to implementation, the greater gap I felt between who I was and what I was doing for a steady paycheck. I didn’t ma... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4532257 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 17:45:58 +0100 4532257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4527720&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F02%2F27%2Fsunday-news-round-up-sunburn-edition%2F A bit of what I’ve been reading this week, when I haven’t been outside getting a mild sunburn. In February. Via fellow librarian Bobbie Newman, I learned of this piece, “The Hazards of Leading Culture Change” (click on the download link for the PDF). It’s kind of oriented toward businesses/organizations instead of movements/activism, but there were a few points I thought were relevant: “When you are up to your backside in alligators,” goes the oft-quoted line, “it is hard to remember you were there to drain the swamp.” Organizations under pressure are fraught with alligators-those seemingly never ceasing crises that keep leaders up at night. But, if all the energy goes into simply fighting alligators, there will always be alligators. Culture change is... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4527720 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 17:34:44 +0100 4527720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4517206&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F24%2Feating-disorders-awareness-week-how-parents-can-help%2F This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, which is sponsored by the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). Like I said in my post on Weightless, I believe that awareness means spreading accurate information about eating disorders. One of the biggest misconceptions is that parents cause eating disorders. They don’t! In fact, many complex factors are involved in predisposing a person to an eating disorder. According to eating disorder specialist Sarah Ravin, Ph.D: “…the development of an eating disorder is influenced very heavily by genetics, neurobiology, individual personality traits, and co-morbid disorders. Environment clearly plays a role in the development of eating disorders, but environment alone is not sufficient to cause them.” (Check out her blog post f... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4517206 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 11:04:30 +0100 4517206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507350&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F22%2Fteens-share-self-injury-videos-researchers-fear-normalization%2F Many newspapers and media outlets are picking up the new Pediatrics study that looked for “self injury” or “self harm” videos on YouTube and were surprised that they actually found them. I’m not sure “study” is the correct word for what the researchers did here, since millions of people each day perform similar “research” (by typing these keywords into YouTube). From a completely descriptive study — e.g., research that is simply observing what the researchers find online — the researchers nonetheless draw the following conclusion: “The nature of nonsuicidal self-injury videos on YouTube may foster normalization of nonsuicidal self-injury and may reinforce the behavior through regular viewing of nonsuicidal self-injury�... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507350 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 21:03:50 +0100 4507350 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4501699&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FaOs_2-klr4Q%2Fjillian_michaels_airbrushed_really_dumb_idea.php If you're a fitness guru, you've got to keep a clean, healthy image - basically, you have to look good, all the time. Take recently passed Jack LaLanne; the dude was a juicer-selling stud right up until his death, at age 96! And, Suzanne Somers didn't make a mint selling ThighMasters with cottage cheese thighs and cankles. It might be shallow, but that's the deal for fitness celebrities. If it's too much to handle, go be a rock star, then you can smoke, drink, and snort all you want, and the public will still clamor on your every word.0 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4501699 Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4501699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4470452&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F12%2Fwhats-in-a-name-schizophrenia-revisited%2F The discussion about a new name for schizophrenia gives us patients an opportunity to present afresh what our condition is really like, warts and all. It gives us the chance to present a more accurate picture — to be honest and open and get away from the misleading and mystifying image of a split mind or split personality. In this way we can tackle inaccurate and often sensational reporting by journalists and editors working for newspapers, radio and television. We need to emphasize that some of us — but not all — are on a recovery route, although for the large majority a complete recovery is not attainable. Some of us take our medicines faithfully; some of us do not need to; and some of us who do need to, do not take them: maybe they have been frightened off by a stigma... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4470452 Sat, 12 Feb 2011 10:35:25 +0100 4470452 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4464542&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F11%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-february-11-2011%2F Everyone is looking for the holy grail of happiness. But what is happiness? Is it something that can be pursued? And is it something that can be sustained? It’s a discussion I have had with friends for decades. One that makes for an interesting debate, but does not give way to a single agreed upon answer. What do you think about it? What does happiness mean to you? We posed the question to our Facebook friends and learned that happiness is definitely subjective. But that in general, happiness to them means self-love, gratitude, presence and giving to others. Can you relate? To me, happiness means a lot of things. It means the knowledge that everything will be okay even during hardship. It is the freedom I have to make choices and the connection through receiving and giving love. It i... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4464542 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 12:16:42 +0100 4464542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4424282&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F02%2F01%2Fa-video-on-creativity-in-daily-life%2F A few days ago, my boyfriend sent me a link to a video he said I absolutely had to watch. He first saw it in a seminar at work. The short video introduces viewers to Dewitt Jones, a National Geographic photographer, who shares some of his thoughts on creativity and, essentially, everyday life. In the video, he talks about a key lesson he’s learned: There are amazing things for all of us to see every single day. Whether we actually see these remarkable things depends on our perspective, or as Jones says, on our ability to be creative. We all have the ability to be creative, he says. I’ve talked before about creativity and about connecting to my own creativity on my body image blog, Weightless. (Many fantastic bloggers talked about it too.) I’ve said that creativity is inside all o... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4424282 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:02:05 +0100 4424282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4419067&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F01%2F30%2Fsunday-news-round-up-still-here-edition%2F Some things that caught my eye this week; for new folks, the Sunday news round-up tends to focus more on social issues than research or resources, including whatever I’ve noted for later reading from my RSS feeds or Twitter. First, the English-language site for Al Jazeera has the most complete coverage I’ve seen of what’s going on in Egypt for those who need it in the English language. I’m woefully behind on the “No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act,” proposed by House Republicans, so this first chunk is catching up. It seems to me to be completely unnecessary political posturing on the backs of women (and especially rape victims, as we’ll see), given that there are existing restrictions preventing federal funding for abortion. I know it includes... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4419067 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 17:31:37 +0100 4419067 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4405718&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F01%2F27%2Fat-obos-breast-implants-cancer-early-births-breastfeeding-promotion-and-more%2F Some of my recent posts at Our Bodies Our Blog: Breast Implants and Possible Risk of Rare Cancer – links to FDA information on the possibility of a link between breast implants and a rare cancer. Leapfrog Group Releases Data on Early Elective Births – rates of early (37-39 weeks) induction and early cesarean without a medical indication from hospitals around the U.S. Surgeon General Releases Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding – link to the call to action and a brief overview of its contents, which include not only encouraging women to breastfeed, but a call for workplaces, fathers, grandmothers, and communities to work to reduce barriers to breastfeeding. Upcoming Event: EQUAL/OBOS House Party in Palo Alto – in three days, OBOS’s Judy Norsigian will be... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4405718 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:27:07 +0100 4405718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4405779&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhope-for-those-with-body-dysmorphic-disorder%2F2011.01.26 The Science Daily article entitled Body dysmorphic disorder patients who loathe appearance often get better, but it could take years discusses the disorder as highlighted in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease (JNMD).   The JNMD article reports the results of the longest-term study so far to track people with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). The study was conducted by researchers at Brown University and Rhode Island Hospital. The good news? The researchers “found high rates of recovery, although recovery can take more than five years.” This is a small study with only 15 BDD patients who were followed over an eight-year span. An excerpt: After statistical adjustments, the recovery rate for sufferers in the study over eight years was 76 percent and the recurrence rate was 14 p... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4405779 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:00:00 +0100 4405779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4372079&cid=t_101547_106_f&fid=36682&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSutureForALiving%2F%7E3%2Ft5Gq8_BkOe8%2Fbdd-patients-can-get-better.html The Science Daily article, Body dysmorphic disorder patients who loathe appearance often get better, but it could take years, discusses the The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease (JNMD) article (full reference below, abstract available for free).   The JNMD article reports the results of the longest-term study so far to track people with body dysmorphic disorder.  The study was conducted by researchers at Brown University and Rhode Island Hospital. The good news:  the researcher “found high rates of recovery, although recovery can take more than five years.” This is a small study with only 15 BDD patients who were followed over an eight-year span. After statistical adjustments, the recovery rate for sufferers in the study over eight years was 76 percent and th... Suture for a Living blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4372079 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 13:03:46 +0100 4372079 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4338024&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F01%2F11%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-january-11-2011%2F Today is 1/11/11. Maybe for you, it will be a day filled with firsts. The first time you sought therapy. The first step you took towards healing yourself. The first time you realized how far you’ve come and how much you have achieved towards your goals and your mental health. If so, I hope you will celebrate these firsts and remember them when times get tough. Because ever year brings with it a new challenge, an obstacle we didn’t foresee and with it an opportunity for self-growth and a chance for a better more balanced life. When that opportunity comes, will you take it? For me, I’ve finally come home. The holidays are over. And instead of being surrounded by the voices of my family members, I’m here sitting back at my home in silence. This Christmas was as chaotic... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4338024 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 19:02:06 +0100 4338024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4318371&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F01%2F06%2Fthe-story-of-your-life-in-six-words%2F Many people think their lives aren’t interesting enough or worthy enough of being committed to paper, even in journals or on scraps of napkins (my preferred writing materials). Whenever I tell people about the importance of journaling or leaving behind some sort of written record of their lives for their families, they usually say the same thing: “Oh, who’d want to read that?” or “My life isn’t that exciting” or “I don’t have much to say.” But just like creativity is in our bones, writing down our lives isn’t just worthwhile. It is within us and it’s a wonderful thing to do to process our world. It’s even good for us. For instance, journaling provides a variety of health and wellness benefits. One way to write our stori... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4318371 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 20:04:12 +0100 4318371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4309609&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fbreast-implants-a-geographical-comparison%2F2011.01.04 This article (full reference below, free access) came to my attention via MDLinx. It was interesting to read. The conclusion verified my expectations rather than surprised me. The authors conducted a retrospective review of patient demographics and implant information from three university settings: Kelowna (British Columbia, Canada), Loma Linda (California, USA), and Temple (Texas, USA). Each cohort included 100 consecutive breast augmentation cases. Characteristics analyzed included age, height, weight, BME, parity, and average implant volume.  When considering the 300 as one cohort, the average age was 34 years with a height of 163 cm (5’4”), weight of 58.1 (127.8 lb) and parity of 1.7 . The average implant size was 370 ml. (more…) *This blog post was originally p... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4309609 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:00:00 +0100 4309609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4309745&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FZZVi4kz7OzE%2Fanorexic_model_dies_at_28_when_will_the_fashion_industry_get_it.php Isabelle Caro, a French actress and model, whose emaciated image is a shock Italian ad campaign, has died at the age of 28. In later interviews, Caro said she weighed about 59 pounds when the photos were taken in 2007, by Italian photographer Oliviero Toscani. 11 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4309745 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4309745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4309741&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FQv7he3GMWqA%2Fpoll_90_of_americans_think_they_eat_healthy.php Are people in America fooling themselves or is all the health data pumped out by the government a pile of lies? According to a recent Consumer Reports survey, 9 out of 10 Americans said that they eat a healthy diet with the recommended servings of fruit and vegetables!1 Comments | Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4309741 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4309741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4258923&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F12%2F14%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-december-14-2010%2F Not to worry you, but did you know it’s less than 2 weeks until Christmas? Ack! If I freaked you out, I apologize. I nearly gave myself a panic attack when I realized it myself. But then, I thought about something. As you’re racing through the stores to find the “perfect” gift for your children or thumbing through cookbooks for the “perfect” Christmas dinner, think back to your Christmases in the past. When I recalled my holidays as a child, I don’t remember what we ate for dinner or what toys I got. Somehow the holidays are wrapped up in a pretty bow of imperfection, of days that I fought and made up with a parent, or the quiet time spent with a spouse. I was surprised that not even the image of a Christmas tree made it into my top holiday memorie... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4258923 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 12:24:33 +0100 4258923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4253110&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ourbodiesourblog.org%2Fblog%2F2010%2F12%2Fquick-hit-modern-lady-takes-on-bridalplasty I don’t really even want to talk about “Bridalplasty,” the new show in which women compete to win the “ultimate” wedding – complete with plastic surgery – because it’s too easy to ridicule the participating women without examining the larger issues that make anybody think this whole show and its foundational ideas about women and weddings are a good idea. It would take more than a blog post to deconstruct all of the problems here. Instead, I’m going to leave it to Modern Lady’s Erin Gibson (successor to Sarah Haskins), who concludes that everything about the show needs its own makeover: If you can tolerate more, see the New York Times, Change.org, and Fornicating Feminists. (Source: Our Bodies Our Blog) Our Bodies Our Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4253110 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:35:34 +0100 4253110 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4249238&cid=t_101547_150_f&fid=34889&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpharmamkting.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F12%2Fwikileaks-pfizer-hired-investigators-to.html Pfizer was sued after a 1996 Nigerian meningitis trial in which 11 children died during the testing of its new antibiotic Trovan against the standard treatment ceftriaxone. Read the litigation details on Wikipedia.An InPharm article reveals that "US embassy cables released by WikiLeaks purport to show Pfizer’s country manager Enrico Liggeri was aware of a smear campaign against Nigeria’s attorney general, Micheal Aondoakaa to 'expose him and put pressure on him to drop the federal cases'." Pfizer denies this (read the InPharm article).Here's the relevant sections of the cables released by WikiLeaks and published in the Guardian here:Pfizer Exposes Attorney General-------------------------------5. (C) In follow up to the April 2 meeting, EconDep met with Pfizer Country Manager Enrico Li... Pharma Marketing Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4249238 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 13:45:00 +0100 4249238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4225530&cid=t_101547_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FSfvrbLyKV7Q%2F Maybe I’m over-sensitive to height-related criticism, but the headline on this post on The Frisky yesterday, proclaiming the height difference between tiny female celebs and their towering beaus “freakish,” really upset me. Maybe another adjective is in order. I would have used “funny looking in photos but more acceptable than the alternative.” But I’m guessing “freakish” makes for a better headline. Ironically, the post’s writer seems to be on the same page as me, in that she believes that dating guys who are taller than you can be really hot. So, don’t judge me when I say that I’m 5′2″ and have dated my share of guys 6′ and above — and I love it. Yes, it’s funny to see two people a foot or two... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4225530 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:35:33 +0100 4225530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197190&cid=t_101547_113_f&fid=39278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogsite.mdbuyline.com%2F%3Fp%3D103 I’ve had several conversations over the last couple of days that focused on knee surgery.  One question continually came up: what I am getting for a device that costs twice as much?  Even more dramatic, what do you get for an $800,000 orthopedic robot or a $200,000 computer that helps the surgeon put in a knee? I’m pretty excited that hospitals are finally asking these tough questions.  I spoke with Stephen Bowerman, CFO and VP of finance at Midland Memorial in Midland, TX, who had an excellent viewpoint on facing the balancing act of healthcare.  According to Bowerman, “When we look at a capital investment, we look at a lot of different things, such as outcomes and revenue cycles.  This is not just about the right price of physician preference items but also the amount of blood... MD Buyline blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197190 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 15:34:15 +0100 4197190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197142&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F11%2F23%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-november-23-2010%2F Gratitude. It’s a funny word, isn’t it? Being thankful used to make me cringe because I thought of it as an obligatory handwritten note or a required childhood greeting following birthdays and holidays and immediately after, “Hello.” But as I grew older, the words, “thank you,” and “gratitude” had a lot more meaning. You could say a powerful one at that. When I started to record what I was grateful for on any given day or send a note or even just an email to those who I was thankful for, it had a surprising effect. More than just ridding myself of childhood guilty from the expected etiquette of please and thank you, it changed the way I perceived the world and my role in it. It meant that the difficulties in my life had a purpose. It meant th... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197142 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 12:36:16 +0100 4197142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4197221&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FETu-jsR4zWo%2Fpoll_are_you_blind_to_your_true_weight.php The mystery of why some obese people think that they look good in Lycra has been solved. Usually a distorted body image is discussed in regards to skinny people who think they are fat. However, a new study reveals that this works the other way too, as many obese women see themselves as not overweight.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4197221 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4197221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4183404&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FtMgQigNSKrI%2Feven_preschoolers_want_o_be_thin.php Girls as young as three are already "emotionally invested" in being thin, according to a small study of 55 preschoolers. I really didn't expect kids this young to even notice what weight someone was. But then again, our culture has become obsessed with body image, so does this really surprise anyone? The girls behavior indicated they did not even want to be friends with someone who was "fat". Given the extent of our current obesity epidemic, that is particularly worrying. I mean, what kind of relationships will today's children form in later years with an attitude like this at such a young age? Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4183404 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4183404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4175664&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ourbodiesourblog.org%2Fblog%2F2010%2F11%2Fspark-summit-sounds-alarm by Nekose Wills | OBOS program assistant The challenges girls face today are unlike the challenges many of us faced growing up. I’m 32, and I remember not caring about my Oscar the Grouch eyebrows, who designed my clothes, or how sexy I looked in them. Girls growing up today don’t have such freedom — they’re sexualized everywhere they look. The SPARK Summit, held Oct. 21 at Hunter College in New York City, was an alarm, waking us up to the role we can play in bucking the status quo and giving us the tools to take on this fight. SPARK stands for Sexualization Protest: Action, Resistance, Knowledge. The day started with opening remarks from Hunter College President Jennifer Raaband and MTV’s Amber Madison, summit host and author of “Hooking Up: A Girl&#821... Our Bodies Our Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4175664 Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:25:12 +0100 4175664 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4168009&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F11%2F15%2Fmyths-and-facts-about-alcohol%2F What’s the truth about alcohol? Does food help absorb alcohol? Does it really kill brain cells? Or does it protect your body against a multitude of diseases, like heart disease? One of the key factors that helps us process and breakdown alcohol after it enters the body is the production of an enzyme called alcohol dehydrogenase. A lot of why your body does or doesn’t do a good job in breaking alcohol down and sobering you up has to do with the production (or lack thereof) of this important enzyme. This enzyme works better in younger men than in either women of all ages, or older men. Why, we don’t know, but it seems to stop working as effectively in men ages 55 and older, bringing them closer to women in their alcohol breaking-down ability. LifeHacker recently published a... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4168009 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 17:44:35 +0100 4168009 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4164728&cid=t_101547_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F12%2Fam-i-overweight-teen-body-troubles%2F Growing up is tough! Especially in today’s society with more and more pressures being put on children and teenagers. One of such pressure is ‘looks’ with the focus on body weight. Around junior highs and high schools, girls (and sometimes boys!) often talk about their weight, and dieting almost becomes a trend. The media has a lot to do with it. Magazines that are often read by teens, such as Cosmo or Shape, put out a lot of dieting tips and suggestions that are often taken out of context, or abused by the younger readers. More often than not, teens compare themselves to their role models: actors, athletes, or models. These role models are usually very fit, thin, and some on the verge of underweight. When one person decides they’re “fat”, and tries to lose weight, it ca... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4164728 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:24:22 +0100 4164728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4163027&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fbreast-cancer-you-either-get-it-or-you-dont%2F I can’t remember what it felt like to have real breasts. Even though I am thrilled with the results of my recent breast reconstruction revisions, I am questioning if I will ever be truly a whole woman again. I just don’t feel normal — I feel like a breast cancer survivor — and putting a new set of breasts on my chest doesn’t make me feel like I used to. If anything, I feel even less normal. To be honest, I don’t usually think this way. These sentiments are all coming out of an experience I had a couple of days ago. I made the mistake of explaining the DIEP flap surgery I had to reconstruct my breasts to a woman that had never been through breast cancer. I have always been excited about the procedure and the results from the surgery that took my excess tummy fat and made a pair ... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4163027 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:48:52 +0100 4163027 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4151977&cid=t_101547_113_f&fid=39278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogsite.mdbuyline.com%2F%3Fp%3D83 Think about it – an MRI system and three gamma ray sources functioning together as a large robot, a solution that researchers have developed to hit a moving tumor that you can’t see.  Sounds like a similar problem scientists faced with the Strategic Defense Initiative three decades ago, but it’s real today.     As Dr. Kenneth R. Olivier, MD, assistant professor in the department of radiation oncology and a leading researcher at University of Florida, explained, it is more than just hitting the target.  He stated, “Along with being able to accurately treat the tumor every day, there is a potential of shortening the treatment times.”  Technology that delivers increased throughput and improved outcomes?  I had to find out more. I then spoke with Dr. Chester Ramsey, PhD, medi... MD Buyline blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4151977 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:29:06 +0100 4151977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133835&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F11%2F02%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-november-2-2010%2F Something I both admire and enjoy about our Facebook community is how honest everyone has been about their experiences. Besides divulging their feelings on everything from Seasonal Affective Disorder to the holidays (Yay or Bah Humbug!), many of our fans have comforted each other, provided tips and shared their own personal stories and life lessons that got them through some tough times. It’s just a reminder of how much we all go through on a daily basis, how important compassion is and how influential a community can have on the lives of individuals. Pretty powerful stuff! With that being said, I’d like to thank our Facebook community, blog commenters, and Twitter followers. And hopefully return the support and love with these fabulous five posts. It’s all about betterin... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133835 Tue, 02 Nov 2010 11:30:58 +0100 4133835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119787&cid=t_101547_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FbNVImus_xQo%2F Did you know you can instantly feel a lot better about your body simply by choosing clothes that fit and flatter you now, rather than putting it off until you reach some ideal weight? Or that the best way to exude sexuality and confidence is not by squeezing into skin tight clothes but finding outfits that work with your body? Perhaps you feel like it would be shallow or frivolous to worry too much about the way clothes look on your body. There are no laws insisting you have to care much about clothing to be happy and confident. However, most of us do feel better if we spend just a little time on our appearance. Many people find themselves stuck in a perpetually low cycle of self esteem. When we don’t feel good about ourselves, we either: ●            Buy clothes that comple... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119787 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 02:49:46 +0100 4119787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119706&cid=t_101547_150_f&fid=34889&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpharmamkting.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F10%2Fanswers-that-wont-matter-critique-of.html The pharmaceutical industry is fighting a losing battle (IMHO) against negative public opinion. The latest weapon to be employed in this battle is a 52-page "booklet" entitled "The Value of Medicine, Improving Health...Improving Life" published by Eli Lilly (find pdf here).World of DTC Marketing blogger Rich Meyer asks "The real question is will consumers buy it in an era of mistrust and misinformation?" (see Lilly fights back with “The Value of Medicine”). I think the real question is "Will consumers read it in an era of apps and sound bites?" A 52-page PDF document is a bit much to ask the average consumer to digest even with all the pretty charts and graphs with circles and arrows and paragraphs explaining what each chart is about.Also, I must say that Lilly engages in some "misinfo... Pharma Marketing Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119706 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 14:25:00 +0100 4119706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4105765&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F25%2Flove-in-the-brain%2F Ahh, what researchers won’t study. Is nothing sacred, even the most spiritual of matters of the heart, such as love? Now research out of Syracuse University by Stephanie Ortigue (that’s her, pictured), suggests that there are measurable brain changes when a person falls in love. She gathers this idea from a review of the research literature of neuroimaging studies (studies that primarily used something called functional magnetic resonance imaging, or fMRI) that have examined people in love. She found that all of the fMRI studies of love point to “subcortical dopaminergic reward-related brain systems (involving dopamine and oxytocin receptors).” These are similar to the rewards a person feels when taking cocaine. The study’s new findings are that there are 12 s... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4105765 Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:28:42 +0100 4105765 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098055&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F23%2Fmen-get-eating-disorders-too%2F Ginger Emas has written an interesting piece about men and eating disorders. It piqued my interest because a friend of mine once asked me if she should be concerned about her son’s eating habits. He counted calories, stayed away from sweets, and was a tad obsessive about a healthy diet. I told her not to sweat it, buying into the cultural myth that boys don’t get eating disorders. Now I know they do. To get to Ginger’s original article on ShareWIK, click here. I have reprinted it with permission below. Usually when we talk about body image issues, we’re talking about girls. But did you know that more than one million boys and men struggle with eating disorders? More than 80 percent of 10-year-olds are afraid of being fat. More than 10 percent of middle school boys h... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4098055 Sat, 23 Oct 2010 13:37:01 +0100 4098055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4097845&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F10%2F21%2Ftom-lorenzos-feminist-critique-of-a-glee-photo-spread%2F One of my guilty pleasures is watching tv, and reading tv blogs that analyze the visual cues and references in tv. I know, people with expensive educations are not supposed to admit to watching or even owning a tv. Whatever. Tom & Lorenzo have one of my favorite tv-related blogs, especially their thorough discussions of costume design on Mad Men. Shut. Up. They have this awesome new post on the recent Glee photo spread in GQ. You might not even want to look at the pictures if you don’t want to bleach your brain afterward. Yes, the actors are actually not high school students, but the images are set in high school and clearly meant to suggest sexually available teens. Actually, not just sexually available – the actresses who portray Quinn and Rachel are made to look at thoug... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4097845 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 21:50:22 +0100 4097845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4086244&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ourbodiesourblog.org%2Fblog%2F2010%2F10%2Fseeing-ourselves-misrepresentations-of-girls-and-women-on-television by Culley Schultz | SPARK blog tour As a teenage girl, I watch television on a regular basis. “Glee” happens to be a favorite of mine. Unlike most shows on television, “Glee” showcases students of every race, religion and size. There are multiple representations, but more importantly, there is accurate representation. The majority of shows now depict glamorous lifestyles enjoyed only by the rich and skinny. Shows like “America’s Next Top Model” are not only using unrealistically thin women, they are forcing women to compete to be the most beautiful. The media’s obsession with thinness is having a serious effect on girls and young women. Narrow definitions of the “perfect woman” put a box around women, and it is closing in on our abil... Our Bodies Our Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4086244 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 19:35:14 +0100 4086244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4086237&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fchristina-hendricks-might-be-dieting-should-we-stop-talking-about-her-curves%2F photo: WENN.com We like Christina Hendricks. Her figure’s not bad, either. But honestly, we’re glad we’re not her. Having that much constant focus on our measurements would drive us nuts, and make us unbelievably self-conscious. But when your body resembles that of the Mad Men star, it’s bound to turn some heads. That’s why we’re not totally shocked by the rumor that Ms. Hendricks has started dieting. In our opinion, she doesn’t need to, but that’s her private business. But with everyone talking about how awesomely unique her hips, butt, and boobs are by Hollywood standards (i.e. not size 0), it makes sense that eventually, even the strongest might cave to peer pressure. (Of course, if it’s not a rumor and the diet is her personal choic... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4086237 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 21:18:57 +0100 4086237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4082037&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fchristina-hendricks-might-be-dieting-should-we-stop-talking-about-her-curves%2F photo: WENN.com We love Christina Hendricks. And her body. But we’ve got to be honest: We’re glad we aren’t her. Having that much focus on our figure would drive us insane, and make us unbelievably self-conscious. But, yes  — when your bod is that rockin’, it’s bound to turn some heads. That’s why we aren’t totally shocked by the rumor that Christina has started dieting. No, she doesn’t need to. Yes, she looks great as she is. But with everyone talking about how awesomely unique her hips, butt, and boobs are in Hollywood, it’s only human to feel a little nervous. We suggest a shift of focus from Christina’s curves to her entire person. Last we checked, her acting skills were pretty out of the ordinary as well. Maybe if the medi... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4082037 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 21:18:57 +0100 4082037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4082040&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fbody-image-is-fat-talk-free-really-the-best-policy%2F If you’re not a college student, you might not know about “Fat Talk Free Week”, a campaign to boost body image that started today on at least 35 college campuses. The campaign, put on by a  sponsored by Tri Delta sororities with several campus and corporate partners, is designed to teach young women to feel good about their bodies, stop using “fat talk”, and prevent eating disorders. So what qualifies as fat talk, and why is it so important to leave it out of your lexicon? According to the Fat Talk Free Facebook page: Examples of fat talk include: “I’m so fat,” “Do I look fat in this?” “I need to lose 10 pounds” and “She’s too fat to be wearing that swimsuit.” Statements that are considered fat talk don’t necessarily have to be negative;... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4082040 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 22:06:09 +0100 4082040 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4065338&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ourbodiesourblog.org%2Fblog%2F2010%2F10%2Finvitation-to-participate-in-study-of-body-image-in-women-50-and-older Readers are invited to participate in a study being conducted by researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Eating Disorders Research Program. Participants will complete an online survey about body image and weight concerns in adult women 50 years old and and over. From the researchers: In contrast to extensive knowledge about body image and weight concerns in young women, we know very little about how body image and weight concerns change as women mature. We would like to develop a deep understanding of how women age 50 and above feel and think about their bodies, both in terms of appearance and function. If you are a woman age 50 or older, we invite you to follow the link below to answer 45 questions to help us understand the concerns that women have with thei... Our Bodies Our Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4065338 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:20:56 +0100 4065338 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4060650&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F12%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-october-12-2010%2F I am an only child. Growing up, I didn’t have siblings, but friends and family to play with. And when it came time to the hard parts of my young life, I found comfort in books. Books can provide a space for fun, escape, and information. And I soaked them all in. They also worked as mentors, heroes and teachers to me. No matter what was going on in life, I could always count on the excitement, fantasy and often hope in the tattered pages of my favorite book. That’s why this week’s posts are so meaningful to me. We’ve got posts on healing through books and one on how narcissism and the  ego can negatively effect creative people. If you’re a book lover or a creative person, you’ll love these posts. We’ve also got posts on body image, the importance o... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4060650 Tue, 12 Oct 2010 12:08:23 +0100 4060650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4053277&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F10%2F10%2Fsunday-news-round-up-3%2F A few things of interest: Nikki has notes from a recent Twitter chat on health literacy, including a bunch of suggested resources on the topic. PF Anderson points to a great presentation (embedded there) on using social media for sharing family planning messages. It’s a useful introduction to tools like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube with examples of how they’re being used by groups like Planned Parenthood. A nice response to the ridiculous “i like it…” statuses on Facebook that are inexplicably supposed to make people feel like they’re doing something about women’s health: I like it without pinkwashing Weight loss drug Meridia was taken off the market, “because of clinical trial data indicating an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4053277 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 17:10:16 +0100 4053277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4053343&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F10%2Flosing-our-fear-of-rest%2F I have been having a difficult time writing the “Mindful Monday” posts lately because I’m the opposite of mindful these days. You know how the Buddhist monks talk about the swinging monkeys of the brain, and how you need to tame them? Well, my monkeys have just spotted a jungle gym inside a McDonald’s and are having a grand old time. I don’t think they will be settling down anytime soon. Alas. I will quote from a dude who has this mindful thing mastered: Howard Thurman, who died in 1981, and was a mystic, theologian, minister, and activist. His grandmother, who raised him with his mother, was a slave and was, for him, a great example of courage and faith. Anyway, here he is on the importance of rest and our fear of it. We must find sources of strength and ren... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4053343 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 12:08:25 +0100 4053343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4045145&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F08%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-october-8-2010%2F When things are going good in our lives, we suddenly have amnesia. We forget the battles we won, the hardships we faced and the pain we endured. Yet, there are occasions like yesterday’s National Depression Screening Day or Mental Illness Awareness Week that help to remind us to not forget. More importantly, it reiterates the importance of helping those who are in their own struggles right now. The top posts this week deal with issues that you or someone you know may be dealing with right now. As we end the week, I hope you’ll read these posts, share it with those you care about, take the tips you’ve learned and pay it forward. As always, I wish you a happy and healthy weekend! Enjoy. Body Image & Self-Esteem: Barb Steinberg On Empowering Your Daughters, Part 2 (Wei... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4045145 Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:13:53 +0100 4045145 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4031304&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F05%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-october-5-2010%2F It’s October and Mental Health Awareness Week! How are you celebrating? Yep, there’s no denying it’s fall. I went to the park this weekend and the crispy air and falling leaves were signs that this is indeed the end of the ease of summer and the beginning of a new season. Every ending has a new beginning and like New Year’s it is another opportunity for self-growth and change. It beckons us to ask the question, “Will I embrace the coming season or mourn the lost of the one before?” If you are courageous, brave and on a mission for change, then you’ll be tickled with this week’s top posts. Why? Do you remember the scene in Bridget Jones’s Diary where Bridget’s enemy Mark Darcy suddenly turns into the love of her life over night wi... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4031304 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:32:22 +0100 4031304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4025695&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FcW16aDYwzHY%2Ffat_kids_get_less_help_buying_cars.php For a teenager, buying your first car is a huge deal. It's your first big step towards independence. But parents dread the day. Most teens are dopey, so who knows what could happen with a 17 year old piloting a ton of metal, traveling at 60 miles per hour. And a new study takes a unique look at that parent-first car connection. Parents are less willing to give their child money to buy a car, if the kid is overweight or obese.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4025695 Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4025695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4013544&cid=t_101547_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2F6lunEll_UYI%2F If anyone thought the very messy recall scandal would blow over and Johnson & Johnson would emerge unscathed, they may want to think again. A new survey finds the health care giant’s reputation has declined 27 percent among mothers, 31 percent among pediatricians and 23 percent among general practitioners. Looked at another way, all three groups rated its reputation as an 8 - on a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 as horrible and 10 as perfect - before the recalls. Now, all three groups rate J&J between 5 and 6. The survey of 139 mothers and 50 physicians was conducted by CLSA analyst David Maris, who says that, since some moms will moms and docs have permanently changed their view of J&J, “this is serious.” Why? On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = not serious at all and... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4013544 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 12:21:47 +0100 4013544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3994135&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FlWE7Ys_WpV4%2Fcan_we_legislate_photoshop_use.php To those who aren't aware: EVERYTHING is photoshopped. Every image you see on a magazine cover is not real. "I don't think there's a single photograph in those (magazines) that's not retouched. They're all manipulated to hell." Hany Farid, Dartmouth College A number of countries are beginning to discuss how they might legislate against the practice. Can we really ask governments to stop what we as consumers (apparently) desire?Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3994135 Mon, 20 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3994135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3961797&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F09%2F12%2Fsunday-news-round-up-catching-up-edition%2F I haven’t done one of these in a couple of weeks; here are some things that have caught my attention recently. Movin’ Meat is the blog of an emergency physician – it’s hard to succinctly explain what happened as described in this recent post without giving it away, but let’s just say it involves sex and a nitroglycerin patch. Birthing Beautiful Ideas has 30 things about pregnancy and childbirth she never wants to hear again. Someecards, my absolute favorite place to find funny (if sometimes inappropriate) ecards, has an editor’s pick on abortion. I wish I could embed it, but it reads “I bet you one unplanned pregnancy that you are secretly pro-choice.” The Independent has a round-up of some online communities for patients, including Patie... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3961797 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 15:46:42 +0100 3961797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3946407&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2F199009%2F Americans Confident, Though Possibly Obese: 60% of men and women think that they’re better looking than average, which is about the same percentage of people that are overweight. (via MSNBC) Post from: BlissTree (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3946407 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:38:58 +0100 3946407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3946723&cid=t_101547_180_f&fid=38619&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FALifeCoachsBlog%2F%7E3%2FKaRB5FW1mdM%2F When I decided to trial my weekend ‘any other business’ posts I decided to throw them open to guest posts too. Shortly after I received an e-mail from Cathy Dean from  Colour Your Thinking with the post you are about to read suggesting it may be suitable. Unfortunately it isn’t, because this is the kind of post that shouldn’t be treated lightly or buried on low traffic days, because even though Cathy is self-effacing and pokes fun at herself the issue itself is an important one and deserves as much exposure as possible. Before you high tail it at the end, if you have read How To Be Rich and Happy I have set up a very short 6 question survey and I would love your thoughts. We are considering having the audio version produced and really want as much feedback as possi... Life Coach Blog: The Discomfort Zone : blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3946723 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:44:19 +0100 3946723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3920901&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F08%2F31%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-august-31-2010%2F Here is it. The last day of August. When you think back to the last three months of summer, how do you feel? Did you get to do everything you wanted to do? Read every book you wanted to read? Spend a few days relaxing and doing nothing too? Sometimes we get sucked into this “I need to accomplish everything and be perfect” hole. And when we’re there, we don’t know how we winded up where we are or why we wanted to be there in the first place. There’s a theme in this week’s top posts that have to do with perfectionism and also truth. I think we all strive to seek truth, what’s true for us and how to accept ourselves and be comfortable with who we are. Yet, there’s this crazy sense of push and pull between who we are (what’s true) and who w... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3920901 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 11:57:48 +0100 3920901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3896057&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fa-few-complaints-after-surgery%2F Now I remember why I put off the surgery to fix my reconstructed breasts — healing after surgery is no fun! I feel okay, but I can’t get the sutures wet while I’m healing, so I can’t go swimming and I can’t even go outside because I’ll sweat too much. My body is having a reaction to the surgical tape, and one little spot is red and getting infected. It just sucks. The only good thing is that this time I didn’t come home with any drains attached to my body. After every surgery I usually go home with the drains, and the last time I had to keep them for almost two weeks. I’ll say it again: healing isn’t fun. I bounce back quicker than most people, but I still need to whine a little about the discomfort and limited activity due to the surgery. Because I am a little swollen ar... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3896057 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:55:52 +0100 3896057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3889270&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fdealing-with-the-scars-from-breast-cancer%2F Recently I was invited to do a guest blog on a site that produces and sells cream for people dealing with the effects of radiation treatment on their skin, including to the breast area. They provide a blog and tip site that provides encouragement to survivors of all kinds of disease; they just happened to find my blog and thought I would be a good fit. I am often asked to write guest blogs for other sites. I love these invitations because I get to find out about efforts towards breast cancer awareness and research. I also find all sorts of new resources. I don’t endorse any products and generally no one asks me to. If I have written about a specific product or company, it is because somehow these organizations provide support to breast cancer research and survivors. I found out that Jean... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3889270 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:34:58 +0100 3889270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3889126&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F08%2F20%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-august-20-2010%2F The creative process is a mysterious one. I sit down at my computer twice a week not knowing how I will do it and what will come out when I type. Yet, if I come to my desk present, open-minded and trusting, somehow my fingers do the work for me. That doesn’t mean that I don’t have days when the writing doesn’t flow and that I don’t feel stuck. On those days, I notice it’s one or all of the three f’s: fatigue, fear or feeling frazzled that pushes me over the edge. Then, it feels like I’m trying to run in water or force a piece into a puzzle that just doesn’t fit. I tend to think of those times as moments when self-care is vital. I might be feeling anxious, overworked or my own negative thoughts could be sabotaging my efforts. Yet, when we&#821... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3889126 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 10:25:53 +0100 3889126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3876716&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F08%2F17%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-august-17-2010%2F I was touched by a Facebook fan’s message today. Mostly because a seemingly benign update affected her in such a way that it in turn had an impact on me. It made me appreciate all the different stages of life that we’re in. Some of you are going through heartbreak while others are celebrating personal victories. I hope that we can all meet somewhere in the middle and provide support, empathy and compassion for one another no matter what stage we’re in. I don’t know about you, but it’s a reminder to not just be compassionate to others, but to myself. When push comes to shove, we often neglect the most important person-ourselves. We forget how much we’ve gone through and how far we’ve come. Grieving over our loved ones, dealing with a broken heart, f... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3876716 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:47:55 +0100 3876716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3876790&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FYtpMHyC01TE%2Fpoll_are_you_skinny_fat.php Not only do people have to deal with the issue of being labeled as 'fat' or as 'skinny', but now it seems there is a new label becoming popular in the world of diet & fitness. The Healthy Boy Blog recently wrote a great article outlining what the new term 'skinny fat' means.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3876790 Mon, 16 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3876790 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3868710&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F08%2F15%2Fsunday-news-round-up-hot-tomato-edition%2F Yesterday I went to the Tomato Art Fest here in Nashville. It was almost 100 degrees out, and I was coated head to toe in sunscreen (good thing, because there was practically no shade). I really enjoyed much of the tomato art at the Art & Invention Gallery, especially the handful of pieces that made me laugh out loud. I got to see Whit Hill & the Postcards perform. I love them, and didn’t realize until their show that they have relocated from Detroit to Nashville. I also had the cantelope popsicle from Las Paletas. Yum. On to items of interest from the week: This past week was the first annual Latina Week of Action for Reproductive Justice, and Nuestra Vida, Nuestra Voz has a blog carnival rounding up posts from the week. Joan has had two abortions! They are just wrapping u... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3868710 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 20:29:03 +0100 3868710 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3858332&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fwhen-appearance-is-affected-by-disease%2F We attended a great luau this past weekend that was held in place of a bridal shower for a couple getting married in October. The bride is the daughter of my husband’s lifelong friend, so she is basically another niece to him. She looked stunning and happy and the event was just perfect. The mother of the bride is living with a chronic illness and is also a dear friend to my husband, although we haven’t seen her for years. I didn’t recognize her at all and had to ask my husband where she was. When he pointed her out I was shocked and saddened. This once beautiful woman has been completely transformed in her appearance due to the medication she is taking to combat the effects of her disease. She has put on a great deal of weight, but it is mostly her face, which is bloated by steroids... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3858332 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:26:19 +0100 3858332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3831526&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fyou-cant-tell-that-i-am-a-breast-cancer-survivor%2F With the huge debate in the United States right now about illegal immigration, the question comes down to: What does an immigrant look like? Some people come from different ethnic backgrounds, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they weren’t born here. Others, like me and my son The Big Guy, have no distinct difference in appearance from many natural-born Americans. Just to clarify, both the Big Guy and I are legal residents of the United States, and we don’t take that privilege lightly. Most of the time, however, we don’t even talk about being immigrants to this country and I doubt anyone (unless you hear me talk for a while) could tell. Just as I am not identifiable as an immigrant, it is not apparent either that I am a breast cancer survivor. Once we get through breast cancer, no ... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3831526 Fri, 06 Aug 2010 17:38:35 +0100 3831526 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3831398&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F08%2F06%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-august-6-2010%2F I remember being in my early twenties sitting in my beat-up Nissan right in the peak of traffic hour. I had no air conditioning. The music was not on. I think the only people who owned cell phones back then were doctors and dentists. It was so hot that my palms were sweaty and slippery against the hot steering wheel. The unforgiving heat from the cars all around me felt suffocating. This was an ordinary day and I was just on my way home from work. I would not have remembered it other than the fact that I had an extraordinary experience sitting there being very ordinary. Suddenly, I just felt plain loved. I felt grateful for being me, for every hardship I had ever endured, for every fear I had, for every imperfection that made me unique. In the midst of all that traffic while people were ho... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3831398 Fri, 06 Aug 2010 12:23:27 +0100 3831398 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3816780&cid=t_101547_155_f&fid=39055&url=http%3A%2F%2Fjulesberman.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F08%2Fimage-montage-with-perl-ruby-python.html On occasion, you might want to create a single image from a list of individual images. The easiest way of making such an image is with ImageMagick.ImageMagick is a free, open source, image application. Information is available at:http://www.imagemagick.org/Usage/ If you use Windows, a compiled binary download is available:Perl, Python, and Ruby each have their own interfaces to ImageMagick.Today's blog provides equivalent implementations of the ImageMagick montage feature, in three languages.Perl:#!/usr/bin/perluse Image::Magick;my $image = Image::Magick->new;my $montage = Image::Magick->new;my $status = $image -> Read("mach_cov.jpg", "071.jpg", "072.jpg", "073.jpg", "075.jpg", "076.jpg", "077.jpg", "079.jpg");$image -> Scale('200x200');print STDERR $status;$montage = $image -> Montage(ba... Specified Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3816780 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 23:41:00 +0100 3816780 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3823034&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FxNJtYlyH1S8%2Fdraft_before_and_after_shots_the_truth.php They say a picture is worth a thousand words... well, when it comes to weight loss, nothing strikes home more than a few remarkable "before" and "after" shots. It's the best way for promoters of weight loss pills and exercise gadgets to sell their products, right? If it wasn't so serious, it would be funny. But, the line between real life and trick photography is very very thin, and people need to realize what's really going on.Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3823034 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3823034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3767104&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2F0GKiCHjMf2Y%2Frosa_blume_unter_goldenen_blum.php tags: Rosa Blume, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, nature, flowers, image of the day, photography Rosa Blume unter Goldenen Blumen Image: GrrlScientist, 14 July 2010, Frankfurt am Main, Germany [larger view] This pink rose was the only one in a sea of gold roses. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3767104 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:59:48 +0100 3767104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3767271&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fin-search-of-a-tattoo-artist%2F The next big thing coming up for me is additional surgery to finish my breast reconstruction. I delayed getting touch-ups and nipples for various reasons, but that didn’t diminish my desire for more attractive and normal breasts. I have been lucky though because I did work initially with great surgeons at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore and really have a well-placed and wonderful-looking set. Along with putting off the final cosmetic surgery, I have put off thinking about the nipple construction and tattooing that generally accompanies the finishing touches. So recently I have been searching out websites and other material to learn how this is done. Surprisingly, there are a number of ways to get new nipples and areolas. Nipple reconstruction by most surgeons is done by cutting the skin in th... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3767271 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:28:43 +0100 3767271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3764175&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2Fj6KyDuMiFUc%2Fpurpur_passionsblume.php tags: Purpur Clematis, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, nature, flowers, image of the day, photography Purpur Clematis (Clematis species) Image: GrrlScientist, 14 July 2010 [larger view] Some of the lovely purple passionflowers that are growing at the Vietnamese Restaurant near where I live in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3764175 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 19:59:20 +0100 3764175 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3764122&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F07%2F18%2Fsunday-news-round-up-three-videos-one-post-edition%2F A few things that caught my eye this week: Heather at Scarleteen is inviting people to participate in a new series in which people of two generations discuss their experiences, such as of teen motherhood, being trans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, intersex, HIV positive, or asexual, abortion, surviving rape and sexual abuse, and other topics listed here. See the post and send her an email if you’re interested in participating. Amy at Science and Sensibility recommends Trish Greenhalgh’s book, How to a Read a Paper, and I definitely second that recommendation. Great, clear stuff on understanding study design and interpretation. The New York Times Magazine has a great piece, The New Abortion Providers, on barriers physicians face in providing abortion and integrating it into mainstre... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3764122 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 19:43:43 +0100 3764122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3750097&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F07%2F13%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-july-13-2010%2F How’s your summer going? Have you been soaking up the sun’s rays or hiding out in air conditioned rooms, underneath trees and any shelter you can find? I’ve actually been exercising the latter, cooling off in theaters. As a result, it’s turning out to be a movie themed summer. In fact, this past weekend, I gave into my movie kick and saw everything from Toy Story 3 to Eclipse. Those two very different movies taught me something surprisingly similar about life. Something along the lines of, “anything is possible” and “having a little giggle is just as important as working hard.” Silliness and play teach us a lot about ourselves. It’s how we learned as kids and how we open up the door to possibilities as adults. The reason I bring this up... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3750097 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:12:28 +0100 3750097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3743505&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F07%2F11%2Fweekly-news-round-up-another-three-day-weekend-edition%2F I’m taking Monday off work. Because I have the terrific privilege of paid vacation days, and have enough of them that I’ve actually topped out and will not accrue more until I take some of them. First, a few of my recent posts at Our Bodies Our Blog that I’ve neglected to link up here: Quick Hit: Public Comment Open on Hospital Visitation Rule Change – public comments are being accepted until August 27 on a proposed rule change that would protect patients’ rights to choose and designate their own visitors during a hospital stay and make hospital visitation much easier for LGBTQI patients and their partners HealthCare.gov Provides Tools for Understanding Health Care Options – a bit about a new government website with information on the implementation of th... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3743505 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 15:50:32 +0100 3743505 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733182&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FBXXkO8P8g8o%2Fhuge_and_a_look_into_teenage_body_image.php ABC's comedy "Huge" made its TV debut recently. "Huge" centers on a summer weight loss camp for teens. Intrigued about the show's premise, I managed to catch the first episode. Here are my thoughts:Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3733182 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3733182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3729850&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36088&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ourbodiesourblog.org%2Fblog%2F2010%2F07%2Fmedia-gone-wild-the-continuing-sexualization-of-girls-and-multiple-strategies-to-stop-it Back in 2007, we reported on the release of a devastating report from the American Psychological Association’s Task Force on the Sexualization of Girls. Its findings about the impact of sexualized images on young women weren’t necessarily revelatory for long-time activists, but the thoroughness and precision with which it outlined the cultural crisis provided a renewed foundation of evidence and authority. Inspired by the report, a coalition of organizations — Hardy Girls Healthy Women, TrueChild, Women’s Media Center, Hunter College and the Ms. Foundation for Women — is convening the SPARK Summit: Challenging the Sexualization of Girls and Women, on Oct. 22 at Hunter College in New York City. The event will include “girls and media professionals, thought le... Our Bodies Our Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3729850 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:28:09 +0100 3729850 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3729981&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2Fkom2qvLeRgQ%2Fpoll_is_18_too_young_for_botox.php I must say, I was a little shocked when I read on LimeLife.com that in 2009 12,110 anit-wrinkle treatments were performed on patients under the age of 18 and what's worse this number is increasing! Where could an 18 year old possibly have wrinkles and who are the parents that would sign off for those under the age of 18 to have the procedures? Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3729981 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3729981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3718363&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fchristina-hendricks-seems-like-a-normal-woman%2F In the latest issue of Health, Mad Men’s Christina Hendricks graces on the cover, looking totally natural. Her face isn’t overly made-up, her hair’s blowing in the breeze, and, of course, her curves are kickin’. But she does feel weird when people talk about her body, which we think is a normal reaction to the tons of attention focused on her boobs, butt, and thighs. Hendricks says she felt even more womanly (in a good way) when she weighed 15 pounds more. Finally, a happy medium: A not obese, not rail-thin woman who’s getting some attention for her looks – and her talent. via CBS Post from: BlissTree Christina Hendricks Seems Like a Normal Woman (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3718363 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 22:53:52 +0100 3718363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3710495&cid=t_101547_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F06%2Fneurosurgeons-drs-rafael-tamargo-ian-suk-find-hidden-brain-da-vinci-painting%2F Johns Hopkins neurosurgeons Drs. Rafael Tamago and Ian Suk have discovered that Leonardo Da Vinci hid a picture of a complete brainstem in the neck contures of the painted image of God on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. (Source: Inside Surgery) Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3710495 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 23:59:35 +0100 3710495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3710607&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F06%2F29%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-june-29-2010%2F How do you handle the daily stresses in your life? Are you a hide under the covers person, a problem-solver, or a face things head on warrior? Or maybe you’re a little of all three depending on the situation. What surprises me is that no matter how healthy we’ve become through therapy or how advanced we are as a society, there is still a lot we can do to be and do better. There are, for example, still roadblocks ahead concerning mental health stigma. On top of that there’s the economy, natural disasters, and the oil spill, oh my!  With the weight of the world on our shoulders adding significant baggage to our already piled up plate of worries, perhaps now more than ever, quoting the title of the 1965 Beatles song, “What the World Needs Now is Love.” Yes we de... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3710607 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:25:40 +0100 3710607 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3699547&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F06%2F25%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-june-25-2010%2F Well it’s here! We’re officially in the midst of summer. In fact, we’re almost at the end of June. July here we come! Yet, for some of us summer doesn’t automatically mean fun. There’s the oil spill, for example, the economy and everything else on the news. Added to that are our plain old daily concerns on everything from our weight to our empty wallets. Yes, we definitely need an extra boost to have fun as adults. It’s not just about ice-cream cones or playing in the sand anymore, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. If we have to work harder to have fun than so be it. We deserve to play as much as any kid out there! Even if you can’t get away this summer because the cost of a vacation is just too much for you this year, there’... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3699547 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:41:48 +0100 3699547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3695568&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Ffemale-cosmetic-genital-surgery-should-it-be-done%2F2010.06.24 I seem to be asked more often these days if I do vulva reduction surgery. I’ve even been asked if I “refresh” vaginas (in which I refer them to their gynecologist.) I’m happy it’s a extremely small part of my practice. I’m also happy to see that the current issue of Reproductive Health Matters is taking a close look at cosmetic surgery, especially female cosmetic genital surgery. (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Suture for a Living* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3695568 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:00:00 +0100 3695568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3687246&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FQEuxuufrNOA%2Fshould_pro-eating_disorder_sites_be_banned.php You can find information and support groups for just about anything on the world wide web. And, while we've enjoyed unprecedented access to information on issues such as health, gardening, and car maintenance - it's disturbing to think we can also access sites designed to help us with issues such as preventing tooth decay from chronic vomiting, concealing weight loss, and the best diuretics to buy. Indeed, the internet is a giant double-edged cyber-sword. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3687246 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3687246 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3683757&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FBmX1DqqrwCE%2Fformer_contestant_slams_the_biggest_loser.php Opinions are divided when it comes to the iconic weight loss show. No doubt thousands of people have been inspired by the transformations, and have themselves made some changes of their own for the better. There is a dark side to show however, according to former contestant Kai Hibbard, who lost 118lbs in the third season of the show. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3683757 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3683757 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3679733&cid=t_101547_86_f&fid=34445&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwomenshealthnews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F06%2F20%2Fweekly-news-round-up-inside-until-september-edition%2F It’s going to be almost 100 degrees here tomorrow; I may melt. If I didn’t have to work, I’d only go outside long enough to make a trip to Las Paletas. In the meantime, the CDC has some tips for preventing heat-related illness. Pinched Nerves has a great guest post, Gay teen blogger/book reviewer takes librarians to task over LGBT lit. The Tennessean (Nashville newspaper) has today – Nashville police drop thousands of domestic violence cases – reporting on findings of an investigation into this bit of data: “in 2005, police cleared 211 cases without making an arrest. One year later, the number jumped to 3,866, and by 2009, it was 5,600.” It examines whether officers appropriately followed up on abuse cases and whether they may have inappropriately... Women's Health News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3679733 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 18:25:06 +0100 3679733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3671649&cid=t_101547_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fanimal-weight-loss-elephants-on-diets%2F photo: Thinkstock When you think of naturally, ahem, big-boned animals, we bet elephants leap to mind first. Have you ever seen a skinny elephant? No, because they don’t exist. But zookeepers in Fresno, California put two elephants on a strict diet to help them lose weight and live longer. And together, these Biggest Loser bruisers have lost 2,175 pounds. (News that would no doubt bring Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels to tears.) The zookeepers didn’t know that the elephants were overweight until they had enough money to buy a scale. Now, these formerly pudgy pachyderms eat healthy foods including fruits and vegetables, and keep to an exercise routine. While we wouldn’t call the tusked behemoths shapely (that’s just weird, Seattle Times), these guys most likely have ... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3671649 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 21:12:16 +0100 3671649 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3666087&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2F2sGUFhnLMyM%2Fstudy_-_women_distort_own_body_image.php I have no full-length mirrors in my house, except for one which I have to open a closet to get to. (I didn't plan it that way, it's just how it worked out.) My brother and sister-in-law's new house -- which I just happened to visit last week -- is full of them, though. I check myself standing in the mirror every day, but watching my reflection sitting down, or playing on the floor with the kids, was enough to inspire me to do some pretty heavy toning work when I got home. Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3666087 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3666087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3641065&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F06%2F08%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-june-8-2010%2F As a past student therapist and a friend, I’ve noticed a trend-a sad, and unexpected obsession with perfection. Could this change in perspective and sudden focus be the result of a societal shift? And more importantly, when did attaining perfection become possible? It saddens me to hear that being less than perfect mothers, friends, children, siblings, partners, employees, etc. makes us less of a person. When in reality, self-love and self-acceptance for our flaws are more realistic, attainable and favorable goals. Perhaps, the summer of 2010 could be the summer we work towards that instead. Let’s dump shame and self-loathing and embrace our whole, yet less than perfect selves. Want a head start? Read our top 5 best blogs this week listed below. 10 Ways to Live Mindfulness Tod... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3641065 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:58:50 +0100 3641065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3632439&cid=t_101547_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FxX9XQCLmJ0g%2F Some men in recovery may have anxiety about the size of their penis. As a result their general sexuality may suffer. While drinking, using drugs or gambling they may have discounted their feelings about their genitals. But in sobriety penis anxiety may become a concern. According to the latest research as far as women are concerned the size of a man’s penis is immaterial. Women are far more interested in a man’s sexuality, personality and looks than the size of his penis, but men nevertheless often become anxious about whether their penis is big enough. Penis anxiety apparently abounds in Britain where even when it was often found that men have a better body image, a better genital image and more sexual confidence if they have a large penis, women don’t necessarily feel t... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3632439 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 16:51:56 +0100 3632439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3610364&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2F29rMucI3vwI%2Fkurjenpolvi.php tags: Kurjenpolvi, flowers, travel, gardening, Helsingin yliopisto, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography Kurjenpolvi. A red-and-white geranium photographed at Helsingin yliopisto (University of Helsinki) in Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 18 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3610364 Fri, 28 May 2010 19:59:22 +0100 3610364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3607536&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FO8WcJMhJFBA%2Fpuna-keltainen_kukat.php tags: Puna-keltaisia kukkia, flowers, travel, gardening, Helsingin yliopisto, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography Puna-keltaisia kukkia. A red-and-yellow Evening Primrose, Oenothera macrocarpa, photographed at Helsingin yliopisto (University of Helsinki) in Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 18 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3607536 Thu, 27 May 2010 19:59:35 +0100 3607536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3603641&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FJs9AAqGLA6o%2Fkatusoittaja.php tags: Katusoittaja, busker, travel, culture, Kamppi, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography Katusoittaja Photographed in the Kamppi neighborhood of Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 18 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3603641 Wed, 26 May 2010 19:59:23 +0100 3603641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3599470&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2F-i4vxuC09Ig%2Fspondylus_imperialis_oyster.php tags: molluscs, Spondylus Imperialis Oyster, travel, Luonnontieteellinen keskusmuseo, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography Spondylus Imperialis Oyster? Photographed in the Luonnontieteellinen keskusmuseo, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 18 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3599470 Tue, 25 May 2010 19:59:23 +0100 3599470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3595764&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FvStoQ54lqNE%2Ffatorexia_overweight_people_who_deny_they_are_fat.php The dangers of a distorted self-perception of being fat (as in anorexia) are clear, present and well-documented. But what about a distorted perception of being thin? Or at least "not fat"? British author Sara Bird examines this phenomenon in her book Fatorexia: What Do You See When You Look in the Mirror?"Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3595764 Mon, 24 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3595764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3595630&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FnL_ygFDW28Q%2Fpurppura_paivankakkaraa.php tags: flowers, Purppura Päivänkakkaraa, travel, Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography Vaaleanpunainen Päivänkakkara. Photographed in the Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 18 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. Read the rest of this post... | Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3595630 Mon, 24 May 2010 19:59:41 +0100 3595630 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3595765&cid=t_101547_129_f&fid=34869&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fdiet-blog%2F%7E3%2FTgE0xVoS1bg%2Fwhy_muscular_men_dont_appeal_to_women.php How many guys out there have obsessed about six-pack abs? Come on you know who you are. You've read the magazines, spent hours online and entirely too much money on supplements. You've spent so much time at the gym you might as well live there... all for some rippling abs and pulsating pecs. Maybe it's not the great turn on you thought it would be?Continue reading... (Source: Diet Blog) Diet Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3595765 Sun, 23 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3595765 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3592257&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FrE9WRxzlyIM%2Fvaaleanpunainen_paivankakkara.php tags: flowers, Vaaleanpunainen Päivänkakkara, travel, Suomenlinna, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography Vaaleanpunainen Päivänkakkara. Photographed in the Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 18 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3592257 Sun, 23 May 2010 19:59:34 +0100 3592257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3590374&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FP2xHbmTrELk%2Fkevaalla_suomenlinnassa.php tags: nature, Keväällä Suomenlinnassa, travel, Suomenlinna, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography Keväällä Suomenlinnassa. Photographed on the island of Suomenlinna, Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 20 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. This is one of the last photographs I snapped in Helsinki -- I chose to spend my last day in Finland on the historical island fortress of Suomenlinna (which is one of my favorite places to go and to photograph). One of my goals is to return to Helsinki and to stay in a hotel on the island of Suomenlinna (preferably in winter) so I can capture the more difficult images that I have in my head. At this time, I am not sure how I will accomplish this (maybe I can be an invited speaker somewhere?), but I am open to your ... Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3590374 Sat, 22 May 2010 19:59:24 +0100 3590374 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3585659&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2F0Hh4snlTIDA%2Fveistos.php tags: art, Veistos, sculpture, travel, Helsinki, Finland, image of the day, photography, Veistos. Outdoor sculpture. Photographed in the Kamppi neighborhood of Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 18 May 2010 [larger view] Canon SX100 IS. Read the rest of this post... | Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3585659 Thu, 20 May 2010 19:59:54 +0100 3585659 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3581647&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FBJnCPEBRoCo%2Fmajavankaalit.php tags: botany, Majavankaalit, skunk cabbage, Symplocarpus foetidus, Helsinki, Finland, travel, photography, image of the day Symplocarpus foetidus (Family: Araceae) (Majavankaalit or Skunk Cabbage) Kaisaniemi Botanic Garden, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 15 May 2010 [larger view]. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3581647 Wed, 19 May 2010 19:59:03 +0100 3581647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3573732&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FakRvXaJmkho%2Fmeripeninkulman_kohtaus.php tags: Merellinen näkymä, Helsinki, Finland, travel, photography, image of the day Merellinen näkymä (nautical scene) Helsinki, Finland. Image: GrrlScientist, 15 May 2010 [larger view]. Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3573732 Mon, 17 May 2010 19:59:09 +0100 3573732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3566781&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Freducing-my-breast-cancer-risk-through-exercise%2F The American Cancer Society recommends that adults get at least 30 minutes of exercise five times a week to reduce the risk of developing cancer. They also tout the benefits of exercise to survivors of estrogen-positive breast cancer. Exercise is known to lower estrogen production, and it works for both post- and premenopausal women. With this in mind, I try to achieve the 30-minute goal each day by walking my Jack Russell terrier, Dixie. She is 9 years old and loves to sleep in, but boy does she love her walks. I also call it strength conditioning — she pulls so strongly on the leash that it is a real workout for me. Lately I have been considering adding a quick workout at the gym three times a week to my schedule. This will help me with the cancer risk, but I have to admit it is all ab... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3566781 Fri, 14 May 2010 19:22:08 +0100 3566781 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3564021&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FT96uorZmFUc%2Flachsfarbene_rosen_2.php tags: Orangefarben Dahlie, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, cities, flowers, image of the day, photography Lachsfarbene Rosen. Nordwestzentrum open air market, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Image: GrrlScientist, 5 May 2010 [larger view] Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3564021 Thu, 13 May 2010 19:59:12 +0100 3564021 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3560271&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2F1e9iSb0_65g%2Frosa_ranunkel.php tags: Sonnenaufgang Ranunkel Blume, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, cities, flowers, image of the day, photography Rosa Ranunkel. Nordwestzentrum open air market, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Image: GrrlScientist, 5 May 2010 [larger view] Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3560271 Wed, 12 May 2010 19:59:02 +0100 3560271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3560443&cid=t_101547_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Fsomething-is-missing-from-my-reconstructed-breasts%2F A breast without a nipple is like a car without an engine — it is beautiful to look at but you can’t turn it on! I miss my real nipples. Talking to several women at the BRCA conference I attended in Toronto, many of them had the same lament. Regardless of the reconstructive procedure, we all miss the sensation we used to get from our nipples. I can’t conjure up that same feeling, and I have to honestly say sex is not the same. It is still great, don’t get me wrong, but that special effect that came from sensitive breasts is — well, regretfully gone. I have tried to view all the new changes to my body and psyche that came from breast cancer with curiosity. It compels me to research and study the effects of surgery and the drugs on my body and mind. I find it interesting ... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3560443 Wed, 12 May 2010 19:14:34 +0100 3560443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3556145&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FAuPHfvmrUfU%2Fsonnenaufgang_ranunkel_blume_2.php tags: Sonnenaufgang Ranunkel Blume, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, cities, flowers, image of the day, photography Sonnenaufgang Ranunkel Blume. Nordwestzentrum open air market, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Image: GrrlScientist, 5 May 2010 [larger view] Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3556145 Tue, 11 May 2010 19:59:02 +0100 3556145 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3552304&cid=t_101547_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F05%2F11%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-may-11-2010%2F As I’m writing this, I’m watching the rain drops slide down my window. It’s a rainy spring day and I’m loving it. As someone who’s not a big fan of gray skies and cold, I’ll admit it’s the not the weather that’s making me smile. It’s not Mother’s Day or Mental Health month that’s got me either. So what is it? It’s the realization that we really do have control over our own lives. We can create our experiences and not feel ashamed, guilty or sad that we don’t have the life someone else or society told us we’re supposed to have. This may mean redefining mental illness or not believing we need to have the so-called “perfect” body and instead embracing a different type of reality. A reality that&#82... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3552304 Tue, 11 May 2010 12:08:08 +0100 3552304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3552291&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FubDHMTrRrxQ%2Fsonnenaufgang_ranunkel_blume.php tags: Sonnenaufgang Ranunkel Blume, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, cities, flowers, image of the day, photography Sonnenaufgang Ranunkel Blume. Nordwestzentrum open air market, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Image: GrrlScientist, 5 May 2010 [larger view] Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3552291 Mon, 10 May 2010 19:59:05 +0100 3552291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3549355&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FcwshHn28TAQ%2Forangefarben_dahlie.php tags: Orangefarben Dahlie, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, cities, flowers, image of the day, photography Orangefarben Dahlie. Nordwestzentrum open air market, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Image: GrrlScientist, 5 May 2010 [larger view] Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3549355 Sun, 09 May 2010 19:59:15 +0100 3549355 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3546882&cid=t_101547_107_f&fid=35762&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fscienceblogs%2Fgrrlscientist%2F%7E3%2FqoZG5wvrfEY%2Flachsfarbene_rosen.php tags: Lachsfarbene Rosen, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, travel, cities, flowers, image of the day, photography Lachsfarbene Rosen. Nordwestzentrum open air market, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Image: GrrlScientist, 5 May 2010 [larger view] Read the rest of this post... | Read the comments on this post... (Source: Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted)) Living the Scientific Life (Scientist, Interrupted) blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3546882 Sat, 08 May 2010 19:59:13 +0100 3546882