New book explores novel techniques in minimally invasive sports medicine procedures
(Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine) A new book edited by Chad D. Lavender, M.D., an assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, explores novel minimally invasive techniques and technology for treating sports medicine and orthopaedic injuries. 'Biologic and Nanoarthroscopic Approaches in Sports Medicine' is a comprehensive compilation of experiences and lessons learned by the 20 contributing authors. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - June 7, 2021 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Terpen-tales: The mystery behind the unique fragrance of the lovely lavender
(Nanjing Agricultural University The Academy of Science) Scientists from China have sequenced and analyzed the genome of lavender to provide insights into what causes its distinct aroma. Their findings shed light into the evolution of this uniquely fragrant plant, which could pave the way for creating improved lavender varieties besides adding to existing knowledge on the evolution, phytochemistry, and ecology of Lamiaceae, the plant family to which lavender belongs. (Source: EurekAlert! - Biology)
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - May 14, 2021 Category: Biology Source Type: news
Hair loss treatment: Lavender oil has a ‘marked’ hair-growing effect says study
RESEARCH into ways to combat hair loss has alighted upon some novel solutions. An animal study suggests lavender oil holds promise. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 16, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The effect of sub-concussive impacts during a rugby tackling drill on brain function - McNabb C, Reha T, Georgieva J, Jacques A, Netto K, Lavender AP.
Concussion is known to detrimentally affect brain health. Rugby tackles commonly occur with high collision force between tackler and ball carrier, and low impact head contact is not uncommon. Cognitive deficits following a bout of soccer ball heading has b... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - December 18, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Economics of Injury and Safety, PTSD, Injury Outcomes Source Type: news
No abuse potential of silexan in healthy recreational drug users: a randomized controlled trial - Seifritz E, Moller HJ, Volz HP, M üller WE, Hopyan T, Wacker A, Schläfke S, Kasper S.
BACKGROUND: Silexan is a lavender essential oil with established anxiolytic and calming efficacy. Here we asked whether there is a potential for abuse in human patients.
METHODS: We carried out a phase I abuse liability single-center, double-blind, 5-w... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - December 16, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Alcohol and Other Drugs Source Type: news
Anxiety treatment: Lavender oil's calming ability - how it can help with symptoms
ANXIETY treatment: To help cure a condition felt by millions and one which has been on the rise over the past few years, turning to nature could be one of the best remedies. Lavender oil has proven an effective tool for treatment for depression and anxiety. How? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - November 13, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Hysteria 2020 finalists
It’s taken 6 months, many hours on the part of lots of people including all the wonderful entrants, and finally I’m at the stage where I can announce the finalists in the Hysteria 2020 Writing Competition. The under 16’s category hasn’t been finalised yet, so I will update this post later this week when I have the details.
As usual the standard was exceptionally high and it was hard to choose between so many good entries and I just want to say a huge thank you to Becky Danks who also judged half the entries as well. Of course, there were many entries which were disqualified for not following the rul...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - November 1, 2020 Category: OBGYN Authors: Linda Parkinson-Hardman Tags: Hysteria hysteria 2020 Source Type: news
Hysteria 2020 finalists
It’s taken 6 months, many hours on the part of lots of people including all the wonderful entrants, and finally I’m at the stage where I can announce the finalists in the Hysteria 2020 Writing Competition. The under 16’s category hasn’t been finalised yet, so I will update this post later this week when I have the details.
As usual the standard was exceptionally high and it was hard to choose between so many good entries and I just want to say a huge thank you to Becky Danks who also judged half the entries as well. Of course, there were many entries which were disqualified for not following the rul...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - November 1, 2020 Category: OBGYN Authors: Linda Parkinson-Hardman Tags: Hysteria hysteria 2020 Source Type: news
Mental Health: Adding ornamental plants to your front garden can help you feel happier
Experts led from the Royal Horticultural Society planted blooms including azaleas, clematis and lavender in yards in low-income areas of Salford, Greater Manchester. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 5, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
'A journey around the world': Kew Gardens offers visitors an escape
Travel the World at Kew series will showcases plants from 10 countries across six continentsThose unable to satisfy their wanderlust in these uncertain days of lockdown and travel quarantine are invited to immerse themselves in the sights, smells and spirit of faraway places – in a botanical sense at least – here in the UK.From colossal Californian redwoods, those imposing ancient giants of the plant kingdom, to the balmy fragrance of Mediterranean rosemary and lavender, visitors to Kew Gardens in London will be transported to 10 countries across six continents within just a few hours as part of its Travel the World tr...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - August 20, 2020 Category: Science Authors: Caroline Davies Tags: Kew Gardens London Plants UK news Source Type: news
YSN alumnae entrepreneurs launch online mental health practice
Pritma Dhillon-Chattha ’18 D.N.P. and Dr. Pritma Dhillon-Chattha ’18 D.N.P. are founders of Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office. (Source: Yale Science and Health News)
Source: Yale Science and Health News - June 24, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news
Repeated long-term sub-concussion impacts induce motor dysfunction in rats: a potential rodent model - Lavender AP, Rawlings S, Warnock A, McGonigle T, Hiles-Murison B, Nesbit M, Lam V, Hackett MJ, Fitzgerald M, Takechi R.
Whilst detrimental effects of repeated sub-concussive impacts on neurophysiological and behavioral function are increasingly reported, the underlying mechanisms are largely unknown. Here, we report that repeated sub-concussion with a light weight drop (25 ... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - June 22, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Economics of Injury and Safety, PTSD, Injury Outcomes Source Type: news
High blood pressure - the best essential oil to lower your risk of deadly hypertension
HIGH blood pressure symptoms can be difficult to spot, but may include severe headaches, chest pain, and finding blood in your urine. You could lower your chances of deadly hypertension symptoms and signs by smelling lavender oil, it's been claimed. Should you check your blood pressure? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 31, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The effect of lavender herbal tea on the anxiety and depression of the elderly: a randomized clinical trial - Bazrafshan MR, Jokar M, Shokrpour N, Delam H.
BACKGROUND: The prevalence of depression and anxiety is increasing among the elderly around the world. It is believed that lavender can stabilize the people's mood, so this study was designed to evaluate the effect of lavender on anxiety and depression of ... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - May 26, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Elder Adults Source Type: news
5 Ways to Give Your Brain a Break from All This Stress
Right now we’re in the midst of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Just that sentence is stress-inducing! But even when the world isn’t experiencing a health crisis, we’re still bombarded with media, to-do lists, family, work, and all sorts of expectations.
I found myself this past week not making any time to take a mental break. I’m up at 5am with the baby to feed him, pump, check the news, talk to my husband, get some work done, feed the baby, check Facebook, pump while watching TV, reply to a text, send some emails, stress about daycare and the Coronavirus, feed the baby, start dinner, brainstorm ideas while I shower...
Source: Psych Central - April 4, 2020 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Sandy Woznicki Tags: Anxiety Coronavirus Personal Stories Relaxation and Meditation COVID-19 Stress Reduction Source Type: news
