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November 2022 NNLM Reading Club: Caregiving
November is National Family Caregivers Month. Caregiving is an often overlooked, but important public health issue that affects many peoples’ quality of life. Caregivers aid with another person’s social and health needs. This may include help with one or more activities important for daily living such as bathing and dressing, paying bills, shopping, and providing transportation. Many caregiving activities also involve emotional support and help with managing another person’s chronic disease or disability. Caregiving responsibilities can increase and change as the recipient’s needs increase, which often results in a...
Source: The Cornflower - November 2, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Miles Dietz-Castel Tags: Consumer Health NNLM Reading Club Source Type: news
Florida mom reunites with ICU team after stroke
World Stroke Day is Saturday, Oct 29. Stroke is the second-leading cause of death worldwide and affects almost 800,000 people in the U.S. annually. A stroke can occur when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or severely reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. Watch: Florida mom reunites with ICU team after stroke https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xU0UqCD4RM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:36) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy:…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - October 28, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A podcast: World Stroke Day -- know the warning signs, take action
When someone has a stroke, every second is crucial. The longer it takes to receive treatment, the more likely it is that damage to the brain will occur. "The mantra is 'time is brain,'" explains Dr. James Meschia, a Mayo Clinic neurologist and stroke expert. "The sooner they get treatment, the better patients do." World Stroke Day is recognized each year on Oct. 29. The aim is to teach the public about stroke risk factors…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - October 28, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic experts say time is most critical factor for better stroke outcomes
World Stroke Day is Oct. 29 ROCHESTER, Minn. — When it comes to strokes, every second counts. Mayo Clinic experts explain how to recognize the signs of a stroke and how to reduce stroke risk. "We often say, 'Time is brain,' meaning the sooner we can restore blood flow to the brain, the better the outcomes will be for the patient," says James Meschia, M.D., a neurologist at Mayo Clinic in Florida. Despite advances over…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - October 20, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Cyclist changing gears after heart health scare
It's a relatively uncommon and serious cardiovascular condition with symptoms that often mimic a heart attack or stroke. It's called aortic dissection. And if not detected early or treated immediately when symptoms occur, it can be fatal. Aortic dissection is an equal opportunity disease — affecting men and women — even those who lead an active, healthy lifestyle, like cyclist Becky Brooks. Watch: Cyclist changing gears after heart health scare https://youtu.be/RL75Q5R63JE Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (3:05)…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - October 3, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is a subarachnoid hemorrhage?
Globally, 1 in 4 people over 25 will have a stroke of some form, according to the World Stroke Organization. Subarachnoid hemorrhages account for approximately 1.2 million cases of stroke each year, and nearly 40% of those cases are fatal. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7g797b9v_c Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:01) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. While not the most common type of stroke,…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - September 16, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A podcast: Early diagnosis of peripheral artery disease reduces risk of amputation, heart attack and stroke
Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, affects almost 10 million people in the U.S. Approximately one-third of patients will die within five years of a peripheral artery disease diagnosis, and 20% will experience a heart attack or stroke. What is it? Peripheral artery disease usually involves pain in the lower limbs caused by reduced blood flow due to narrowing of the arteries. Its symptoms, like reduced ability to walk due to leg pain, often are brushed…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - September 13, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Science Saturday: Do environmental exposures contribute to human diseases?
An accumulation of environmental chemicals, pollutants, microbes, and particulates may be living inside each of us — acquired from the air we breathe, the food we eat, products we touch, and the water we drink. These sometimes-harmful exposures can potentially interact with our genes to fuel diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory illnesses, autoimmune diseases, and stroke. Research sh ows environmental factors are associated with more than 80% of human diseases and nearly 1 in 6 deaths worldwide. …
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - August 13, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Consumer Health: Living with atrial fibrillation
At least 2.7 million people in the U.S. are living with atrial fibrillation, according to the American Heart Association. And because the risk of developing it increases with age and people are living longer, medical researchers predict the frequency will rise dramatically over the next few years. Atrial fibrillation is an irregular and often rapid heart rhythm that can lead to blood clots in the heart. Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of stroke, heart failure and…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - July 22, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Consumer Health: Recovering from a stroke
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about recovering from a stroke with stroke rehabilitation. Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and a major cause of serious disability for adults. More than 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Stroke risk increases with age, especially after 55, but strokes can occur at…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - May 30, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A podcast: Don't ignore the warning signs of stroke
On average, someone in the U.S. has a stroke every 40 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A stroke is a medical emergency, and prompt treatment is crucial. Early action can reduce brain damage and other complications. A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted, depriving the brain of oxygen. It's important to recognize the warning signs of stroke, because prompt treatment can minimize brain damage. Every…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - May 24, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: How to reduce your stroke risk
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, but Mayo Clinic health care professionals suggest spotting the signs and reducing stroke risk should be part of everyday awareness. A stroke happens every 40 seconds in the U.S., and the likelihood of stroke increases with age, according to the National Institutes of Health. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QckfPh-2VcQ&feature=youtu.be Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:00) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please "Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - May 19, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Tips to reduce stroke in the diverse communities
Stroke is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. In the U.S., about 800,000 strokes occur per year. Of all strokes, 87% are ischemic. This means they occur when a clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain and stops blood flow. The remaining 13% are hemorrhagic, where a blood vessel ruptures and causes bleeding into brain tissue."In the U.S., stroke has dropped to the fifth-leading cause of death, due…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - May 10, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: African Americans at higher risk of stroke
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. According to the CDC, a stroke occurs every 40 seconds in the U.S. Do you know that stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States? A stroke happens when blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. This causes brain cells to become damaged or die. Risks of stroke vary by race and ethnicity. African American…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - May 6, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Consumer Health: Do you know the warning signs of stroke?
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about the warning signs of stroke and the need for prompt treatment. Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and a major cause of serious disability for adults. More than 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Stroke risk increases with age, especially after 55, but strokes…
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - May 3, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
