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- Obesity linked to thyroid damage in children
Italian researchers say obesity in children may cause inflammation that damages the thyroid, affecting how it secretes hormones that regulate metabolism. Researchers say more study is needed to see if losing weight returns the thyroid to normal. Yahoo!/Reuters
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- Studies: Most cases of child abuse, neglect go unreported
A series of reports in The Lancet show only 1 in 10 child abuse cases are actually confirmed by social service agencies in countries such as the U.S., U.K., Australia and Canada, and that medical providers reported only 6% of injury cases when they suspected abuse in 10%. Experts worry the problem could worsen as the incidence of child abuse increases with the economic crisis. Yahoo!/Time
(12/4)
- Winter brings seasonal affective disorder
Less sunshine in the winter can trigger symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, which strikes between 4% and 6% of the U.S. population and is more common in women in their 20s to 40s. Genetics may play a role in SAD, and for some, light therapy, psychotherapy or medication can help reduce symptoms. CNN
(12/3)
- More women becoming "previvors" of breast cancer
More women with a strong family history of breast cancer are opting to become "previvors" by taking preemptive action to reduce their odds of getting the disease. Studies show when women have a preemptive double mastectomy they can reduce their risk of the disease by 90%. Yahoo!/HealthDay News
(12/3)
- Elderly feel younger than they really are
A survey of 516 Germans ages 70 to 104 found they report feeling about 13 years younger than they really are. Among people who said they were active and in good health, the gap between actual and subjective age was even wider. Researchers say the data is important because cultural perceptions of the elderly often don't mirror how the seniors themselves really feel. NYTimes.com
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- Researchers question maintenance therapy for hepatitis C
Hepatitis C patients who fail to respond to standard medications peginterferon and ribavirin are often placed on maintenance therapy, but they are unlikely to benefit from the extended treatment, a U.S. study found. The practice, which involves administering smaller doses of peginterferon for an unspecified period, should be halted because it is costly and could be dangerous, researchers said. NYTimes.com
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- Insurer group releases universal health care plan
America's Health Insurance Plans has released its universal health care plan, which seeks to reduce by 30% the growth in U.S. health care expenses and cut costs by more than $500 billion between 2010 and 2014. The plan recommends Congress set a five-year cost goal and establish a public-private advisory group to find ways to lower spending, including changes to the reimbursement system. The plan also would ensure coverage for all Americans, with a refundable, advanceable tax credit to allow low-income people to buy private insurance. The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model)
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Nominations now being accepted for 2009 AANP Election
The Call for Nominations for the 2009 AANP Election is now open. AANP members interested in running for office can get nomination information and the 2009 nomination form here. Deadline for nominations to be received by AANP is Jan. 9. AANP board of director positions up for election are president-elect, treasurer and regional directors for Regions 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11. State representative positions open are Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York (N), New York (S), N. Carolina, N. Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, S. Carolina, S. Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. There are three open positions for the Nominations Committee.
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CE program reviewers needed
AANP is seeking member volunteers to serve as pilot reviewers for newly developed CE programs. You will earn CE and make a contribution to AANP's ability to offer high quality CE to NPs. For more information contact: JoEllen Wynne, RN, FNP-BC, AANP Associate Director of Education at jwynne@aanp.org.
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