Wednesday, April 28, 2004

HHS: Fish Oil Beneficial to Heart Health Posted on: 04/23/2004 GOV'T STUDY CONFIRMS FISH OIL BENEFITS TO HEART HEALTH http://www.naturalproductsinsider.com/hotnews/44h23142449.html WASHINGTON--Fish oil can help reduce deaths from heart disease, according to new evidence reports released by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), an arm of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). AHRQ released three reports on omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs) and cardiovascular function; the reports were prepared by the Tufts-New England Medical Center in Boston. The reviewers concluded long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) reduce heart attack, reduce triglyceride levels, slightly lower high blood pressure, reduce arrthymia and reduce risk of coronary artery re-blockage after angioplasty. 11:36:34 AM    comment []   9:28:31 AM    comment [] Medical errors are leading cause of U.S. hospital deaths The statistics are astounding: The Institute of Medicine's report,"To Err Is Human," found medical errors are the leading cause of death in this country, ahead of breast cancer, AIDS or motor vehicle accidents. Medical errors can occur in the hospital, doctor's office, nursing home, or as a result of drug interactions. Those occurring in hospitals account for between 48,000 and 98,000 deaths per year in the U.S. 10 things patients can do to help themselves. • Be an active member of your own health care team. • Remind doctors and nurses to wash their hands. • Take a list of your medications to your doctor, including aspirin and vitamins. • Make sure you can read you doctor's prescription. If you can't, the pharmacist may not be able to either. • Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the proper dosage of your medication; medicine labels can be hard to understand. • Tell your doctor or nurse of any allergies you have. • Take precautions in the hospital. Don't let anyone give you medications without first checking your hospital ID bracelet. • Ask your surgeon what will be done during surgery and find out if the surgeon has experience with this procedure. • Find out how many of these procedures have been performed at the specific hospital. • ARRANGE FOR AN OMBUDSMAN -  ask a family member or friend to be your advocate during office visits and hospital stays. And if you're on your own, speak up if you have any questions or something you're told just doesn't seem right.   9:22:31 AM    comment [] The Maker’s Diet Author Says 40-Day Health Experience Will Change Your Life Forever In his book, Jordan Rubin outlines a holistic approach to health that includes a biblically inspired diet rich in whole foods from organically grown resources. A break-through appearance on Good Morning America symblizes the growing importance of natural medicine. Everyone concerned about their health and eager to help transform the existing health care paradigm in this nation to one focused on real prevention and cure has something to learn from this must-read book . Missed the program? Read all about it here: http://www.abcnews.go.com/sections/GMA/Books/Makers_diet_040413-1.html   9:20:04 AM    comment []

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