Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke
[American Academy of Family Physicians (FamilyDoctor.org)]
First Aid for Heat Exhaustion
[Logical Images (via MedlinePlus)]
Tips for older adults to combat heat-related illnesses
[National Institute on Aging]
Dehydration
[Mayo Clinic]
Heat Injury (focus on athletics)
[American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons]
Preparing For and Playing In the Heat
[American College of Sports Medicine]
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Monday, July 9, 2012
Recognizing the Signs of Stroke
Every minute counts when someone is having a stroke. Immediate treatment can save people's lives and enhance their chances for successful recovery. However, you need to recognize the symptoms of a stroke and get to a hospital quickly. Getting treatment within 60 minutes can prevent disability.
(excerpted from http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/knowstroke.htm)
The following information resources discuss the signs of stroke, ways to help prevent stroke, as well as treatment and recovery:
For further information, contact the UCSF Patient Health Librarian.
(excerpted from http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/knowstroke.htm)
The following information resources discuss the signs of stroke, ways to help prevent stroke, as well as treatment and recovery:
Knowing the Signs of Stroke
[from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke]
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/knowstroke.htm
[from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke]
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/knowstroke.htm
Stroke Signs and Symptoms
[from the UCSF Medical Center]
http://www.ucsfhealth.org/conditions/stroke/signs_and_symptoms.html
[from the UCSF Medical Center]
http://www.ucsfhealth.org/conditions/stroke/signs_and_symptoms.html
Stroke Information: Overviews, Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention, Recovery and more
[from MedlinePlus]
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/stroke.html
[from MedlinePlus]
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/stroke.html
NINDS Stroke Information Page
[from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke]
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/stroke.htm
[from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke]
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/stroke.htm
For further information, contact the UCSF Patient Health Librarian.
Friday, June 29, 2012
Health Newsletters at the Patient Health Library, June 2012
Not all information is free and not all of it is online!
The UCSF Patient Health Library subscribes to a number of health and wellness newsletters that are not otherwise free to the public. Here are some highlights from recent newsletters.
The UCSF Patient Health Library subscribes to a number of health and wellness newsletters that are not otherwise free to the public. Here are some highlights from recent newsletters.
To see the entire articles, visit the Patient Health Library!
Consumer Reports on Health
June 2012
-Relieve dizziness without drugs, p.6
-Is it allergies or a sinus infection? pp.8-9
-The benefits of eating local, p.10
DukeMedicine HealthNews
Jan 2012
-New insight into rheumatoid arthritis management, pp.1-2
-Focus on raising HDL “good” cholesterol – Is it worth it? p.3
-Sleep and dementia, p.6
Feb 2012
-New approach to cataract surgery, pp.1-2
-Dietary supplements vs. food sources, pp.4-5
Harvard Health Letter
May 2012
-Mediterranean diet: heart healthy AND brain healthy, pp.1-2
-Exposure to the blue light of electronics, p.4
Harvard Men's Health Watch
June 2012
-Minimize the chance of melanoma, pp.1,7
-Stop elbow pain, pp.4-5
-Red meat, p.6
Harvard Women's Health Watch
May 2012
-Managing osteoarthritis of the knee, pp.4-6
Mayo Clinic Health Letter
June 2012
-Palliative care, pp.4-5
-Stopping smoking, p.6
-Coffee and health, p.7
June 2012, supplement
-A look at digestive health problems
Medicine on the Net
April 2012
-Allergy resources, pp.7-13
-Otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat) resources, pp.14-19
Nutrition Action Newsletter
May 2012
-Food and Addiction, pp.1-7
-Keep It Small: food portions and dishes, p.10
-Decoding Cereal Boxes, pp.12-15
June 2012
-Can Dr. Oz be wrong about omega-6 fatty acids and coconut oil?, pp.6-7; 10-11
-BPA: the saga continues, p.9
Consumer Reports on Health
June 2012
-Relieve dizziness without drugs, p.6
-Is it allergies or a sinus infection? pp.8-9
-The benefits of eating local, p.10
DukeMedicine HealthNews
Jan 2012
-New insight into rheumatoid arthritis management, pp.1-2
-Focus on raising HDL “good” cholesterol – Is it worth it? p.3
-Sleep and dementia, p.6
Feb 2012
-New approach to cataract surgery, pp.1-2
-Dietary supplements vs. food sources, pp.4-5
Harvard Health Letter
May 2012
-Mediterranean diet: heart healthy AND brain healthy, pp.1-2
-Exposure to the blue light of electronics, p.4
Harvard Men's Health Watch
June 2012
-Minimize the chance of melanoma, pp.1,7
-Stop elbow pain, pp.4-5
-Red meat, p.6
Harvard Women's Health Watch
May 2012
-Managing osteoarthritis of the knee, pp.4-6
Mayo Clinic Health Letter
June 2012
-Palliative care, pp.4-5
-Stopping smoking, p.6
-Coffee and health, p.7
June 2012, supplement
-A look at digestive health problems
Medicine on the Net
April 2012
-Allergy resources, pp.7-13
-Otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat) resources, pp.14-19
Nutrition Action Newsletter
May 2012
-Food and Addiction, pp.1-7
-Keep It Small: food portions and dishes, p.10
-Decoding Cereal Boxes, pp.12-15
June 2012
-Can Dr. Oz be wrong about omega-6 fatty acids and coconut oil?, pp.6-7; 10-11
-BPA: the saga continues, p.9
Friday, June 22, 2012
Seasonal Allergies
Allergies
[From MedlinePlus]
Resources for a variety of allergy topics
Trigger avoidance in allergic rhinitis
[From UpToDate]
Pollen: Types and preventive strategies
[From the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences]
Guide to Air Cleaners in the Home
[From the U.S. EPA]
[From MedlinePlus]
Resources for a variety of allergy topics
Trigger avoidance in allergic rhinitis
[From UpToDate]
Pollen: Types and preventive strategies
[From the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences]
Guide to Air Cleaners in the Home
[From the U.S. EPA]
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Travelers' Health and Welfare
Travelers' Health
[From the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)]
[From the CDC]
Safe Food and Water
[From the CDC]
Travel Tips for Older Adults
[From the American Geriatrics Society Foundation for Health in Aging]
Tips for Traveling Abroad
[From the U.S. State Department]
[From the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)]
- Destinations
- Vaccinations and Travel
- Illness and Injury Abroad
- Traveling with Children
- Travelers with Special Needs
- Traveling with Pets
- Air & Cruise Ship Travel
[From the CDC]
Safe Food and Water
[From the CDC]
Travel Tips for Older Adults
[From the American Geriatrics Society Foundation for Health in Aging]
Tips for Traveling Abroad
[From the U.S. State Department]
- What documents will I need?
- Will my medical insurance cover me in another country?
- Can I get prescriptions filled?
- What are the customs and political climate like in the countries I am planning to visit?
- Why should I enroll in the State Department's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program?
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