(January 19, 2010) Daniel Bernstein, Stanford Director of Cardiology, discusses the evolution of technology and cardiology.

Stanford Mini Med School is a series arranged and directed by Stanford’s School of Medicine, and presented by the Stanford Continuing Studies program.

Stanford University:

http://www.stanford.edu/

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http://csp.stanford.edu/

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Duration : 1:50:26

Originally posted 2010-08-10 06:03:18.

There are types of worm that can live and thrive inside our bodies causing health problems. The commonest such worm is the threadworm – sometimes known as the pinworm.

Threadworms are very, very much smaller than the garden earthworm but are visible to the naked eye they appear as thin white strands up to a centimetre long, looking like desiccated coconut or threads of white cotton around the anal margin or actually coating the stool.

They can live inside our gut. But come out, usually at night, to lay eggs on the skin around the anus. The eggs attach by a sticky substance that causes itching. To complete their life cycle the eggs must reach the mouth of another person and be swallowed back into the gut.

This sounds unlikely but is in fact common. Itching leads to scratching and some people dont wash their hands after toileting.
As a result they may unwittingly have the invisible eggs on their hands or under their fingernails. They can reinfect themselves or pass on the infection when touching others. The cycle is completed fingers touch the mouth and eggs are swallowed.

Threadworm infection is commoner in young children for this reason. They are more likely to have poor hand hygiene and more likely to put their fingers in their mouths.

Threadworms cause itching which is usually around the ano- rectal region and more noticeable at night. Infection can result in:
– marked soreness
– discomfort when urinating
- bedwetting
- sleep deprivation
- irritability.

A story of perianal itching, worse at night with the characteristic white threads noted on the stool is enough to confirm infection. Lab tests are usually not necessary.

Thankfully, treatment is simple and usually involves a one off dose of medication such as mebendazole or piperazine. There is little in the way of side effects and both medicines come in a liquid or tablet form.
All family members must be treated as some people do not show any symptoms of infection
Specific advice should be sought from a doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or your child is under 2 years of age.

After treatment infection may take up to two weeks to clear
During this time simple measures will help to prevent re- infection and further spread
-ensure hand washing after using the toilet
-use a nail brush
-keep fingernails trimmed
-bath after waking
-avoid hand to mouth contact
-avoid finger feeding (use cutlery)
-wear nightclothes or pants in bed
-wash nightclothes and bed linen daily

Remember, threadworm infection is rarely serious and the real key to preventing this and other infections is washing hands properly after using the toilet.
Keep clean, keep well.

If you are unsure in anyway about your health then get checked out. Seek advice from your family doctor, nurse or clinic.

Builth and Llanwrtyd Medical Practice has made every effort to ensure that the information in these episodes is accurate, up to date, and as helpful as possible. However we will not be responsible for any inaccuracies or omissions.
In particular if you are unwell, it is important that you do not rely on information from the Internet – you should seek professional medical advice from your Doctor. If your condition is getting worse, or if you are seriously ill, you should call or visit your Surgery.

Duration : 0:3:50

Originally posted 2010-02-14 20:56:13.

Watch this video for a handy health and wellness tip from Dr. Savant on how to eat a healthy diet. Visit http://savantmd.com for more health tips and videos. Follow us on Twitter @ http://twitter.com/savantmd .

Duration : 0:0:57

Originally posted 2010-03-16 19:50:54.

www.DrFuhrman.com – A healthy cooking demonstration by Joel Fuhrman MD on the television show, “Patriot Panache.” Recipe: Vegetable Bean Burger.

Duration : 0:3:17

Originally posted 2010-07-11 12:03:22.

Heart disease affects 20 million Americans. How can you live a heart healthy life?Watch More Health Videos at Health Guru: http://www.healthguru.com/?YT

Duration : 0:3:7

Originally posted 2010-01-14 16:37:31.

This video is an overview of the Cancer Care Centers located in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Headed by Nav Sharda M. D., these facilities encompasses all facets of cancer treatment, from scanning and detection, radiation and chemo therapy, to clinical consultations.

Dr. Sharda is on the forefront of cancer treatment, using advanced techniques, proven protocols and unique treatment plans.

Duration : 0:7:5

Originally posted 2010-02-12 06:25:39.

Joel Fuhrman MD has cured hundreds of people of diabetes using diet and lifestyle. The American Diabetic Association wanted him to write about his work — but then objected because their sponsor, Eli Lilly drug company, might feel threatened by an MD promoting a cure which could destroy the market for their diabetes medications. This is an excerpt from Dr. Furhman’s presentation at the Healthy Lifestyle Expo 2007.

To learn more, or to get a copy of Dr. Fuhrman’s full talk on DVD, go to:

https://secure.vegsource.com/catalog/

Duration : 0:3:2

Originally posted 2010-03-16 19:51:02.

http://DrPompa.com Dr. Daniel Pompa is the top weight loss, chiropractic and detoxification clinic in Wexford, Pittsburgh and to many the world. He specializes in neurotoxic illness. Neurotoxic illnesses, or “new millennium illnesses,” can include anything from chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia to autism and other spectrum developmental disorders.

However, there is another disease that Dr. Pompa considers to be neurotoxic-related: weight loss resistance. As a result, weight loss has become the central focus of Dr. Pompa’s practice and seminars.

Dr. Pompa’s holistic approach to treatment along with his unique gift for inspiration has placed Pompa Health Solutions at the vanguard of a new movement in medicine and brought hope to thousands of people for whom living healthy would have otherwise been impossible.

” For some reason we’ve abandoned the understanding that the body has an inherent capacity to heal itself,” says Dr. Pompa. “Somewhere along the way we started simply covering up symptoms. But treating the symptom and not the underlying problem is not health care. All we can really do as physicians, if we truly want to help people, is remove that interference and let the body do its own healing. ”

Dr. Pompa does not take much credit for his now nationally taught detoxification and nutritional protocols. His secrets to true detoxification and wellness were developed after his own battle with debilitating chronic fatigue, anxiety, and a host of other unexplainable symptoms. Suffering himself he now offers hope and healing to so many doctors and individuals treating and/or suffering from another ” unexplainable illness “. ” The only reason I have authority in this area is because God has given me victory .” Christian

Duration : 0:9:59

Originally posted 2010-05-27 19:49:51.

Hot flashes and vaginal dryness are just the start of the symptoms you may experience as you enter menopause! What else can you expect?Watch More Health Videos at Health Guru: http://www.healthguru.com/?YT

Duration : 0:3:13

Originally posted 2010-04-18 15:57:07.

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Leola Family Health Center provides chiropractic care along with general medical practice, pediatrics, sports medicine, therapeutic exercise, laser therapy, ultrasounds and much more call us today at 717-656-2141 – created at http://animoto.com

Duration : 0:1:31

Originally posted 2010-06-28 10:26:45.