The ranks of obese Americans are expected to swell even further in the coming years, rising from 36% of the adult population today to 42%. Robert Jeffery, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, discusses how policymakers can help prevent increased obesity.
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Access to basic health care for adults declined in Wisconsin and nearly every state from 2000 to 2010, according to a study released Monday. Lynn Blewett, School of Public Health, explains that unless there is a major change, it is very likely these trends could continue.
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The U of M and Fairview plan on building a $1 million outpatient clinic. Peter Bitterman, Medical School, Masonic Cancer Center and University of Minnesota Physicians, and Russell Luepker, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, discuss details of the new clinic.
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With Spring Jam festivities in full swing, it is important to understand that binge drinking can be very harmful. Toben Nelson, School of Public Health, discusses the dangers of binge drinking and what colleges should do to address the issue.
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Teens who weigh themselves several times per week may be at risk for unhealthy weight control practices and poor psychological well-being. Virginia Quick, School of Public Health, explains the study and why the number on the scale isn't always the measure of overall health.
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Minnesota's insurers saw operating profits of $355 million in 2011, the best in several years. Roger Feldman, School of Public Health, explains that we're seeing not just some stability, but a little bit of a bounce back.
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There is new data to show that drugs for urge urinary incontinence improve quality of life or have differences in comparative efficacy. Tatyana Shamliyan, School of Public Health, discusses what the new data means for people.
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A screening of the documentary Farm to School, which makes food the star, was held at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. One of the benefits of the farm to school program is that students see where their food comes from.
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In 2011, businesses in Minnesota saved more than $3 million by implementing solutions designed to reduce water use, waste and energy costs with the help of an outreach program, MnTap, from the University of Minnesota's School of Public Health.
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Some women with a leaky bladder can get better using approved medications, but the medications aren't for everyone. Tatyana Shamliyan and Robert Kane, School of Public Health, talk about the findings of the study.
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For women with urinary incontinence, the available treatments may cause more problems than they solve and many stop taking the medications. Researchers from the U of M School of Public Health analyzed data from 94 studies to see how well the available drugs worked.
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Federal agriculture officials have agreed to allow several meat producers to put 'pink slime' (lean finely textured beef) on its labels. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about the benefits of using lean finely textured beef in products.
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U.S. Supreme Court could pull the plug on all or part of the federal health care law. Lynn Blewett, School of Public Health, explains that Minnesota could then assemble their own expanded coverage systems should the Supreme Court strike down the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
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A panel of US science research experts reversed its decision on banning the publication of the research that created the deadly H5N1 virus. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains he is worried about a "garage scientist" trying to replicate the research.
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Melanoma rates among young women are eight-times higher than they were 40 years ago. Research from the U of M School of Public Health explains that people who use any type of tanning device, for any amount of time, are 74 percent more likely to develop a melanoma.
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The University of Minnesota School of Public Health Film Festival is being held on April 2-6. The film festival, part of the nationally-observed Public Health Week, has a lineup spanning a spectrum from documentary films to vintage sex ed comedic shorts.
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Several states are looking to Jonathan Gruber, a numbers wizard at M.I.T., to help them figure out how to fix their health care systems. Jean Abraham, School of Public Health, explains how Mr. Gruber's work is now used as a benchmark.
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The debate on whether or not to publish details about the mutant strain of H5N1 is heading to Washington. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains how this debate will determine how future controversial studies are handled.
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1,537 cancers were reported in Fridley from 2000 to 2009, compared with the "expected" number of 1,402 for a city that size. Brad Carlin, School of Public Health, discusses the potential of "cancer clusters" in Minnesota.
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A recent study showed children with asthma don't always get enough of their medications. Pinar Karaca-Mandic, School of Public Health, explains that privately insured children are having trouble accessing their medications due to high out-of-pocket costs.
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Budgets, health decisions hinge on high court's verdict on health care law. Lynn Blewett, School of Public Health, talks about the potential impact the final decision could have on small businesses.
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Despite current treatment and technology many U.S. surgeons re-operate to get a breast cancer-free margin. There was recent debate about the surgical margins and School of Public Health researchers explained that surgeons should aim or "margins as wide as possible."
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Pete Hegseth, one of Sen. Amy Klobuchar's potential opponents this fall recently wrote an opinion piece on the effects of the new health care law in Minnesota. Roger Feldman, School of Public Health, discusses Hegseth's claims.
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Lack of federal funds will likely postpone the creation of five centers proposed to improve foodborne illness outbreak investigations. Craig Hedberg, School of Public Health, explains that budget constraints likely played a large role in the decision from the CDC.
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Eating red meat is associated with a greater risk of death. Kristin Anderson, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, discusses a study that showedan association between the consumption of barbecued and grilled meat and pancreatic cancer.
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In 2011, for the first time, American Indians showed a sharp increase in health insurance coverage and were no longer uninsured at a significantly higher rate than Minnesotans overall. Kathleen Call, School of Public Health, explains that these findings are only the start of her research.
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Recently proposed budget cuts in the U.S. could have devastating effects on the public health system. John Finnegan, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, talks about how federal funding has helped create national medication reserves and increase efficiency of public health work.
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Recent state and federal laws may be helping young adults find insurance coverage, even as the overall uninsured rate remains high. Kathleen Call, School of Public Health, explains the findings of her study and how there hasn't been many changes in the past couple years.
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The World Health Organization recommended last week in favor of publishing the results of the H5N1 flu. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about the potential for a garage scientist attempting to create a replica of the deadly virus.
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The lab-engineered H5N1 bird flu virus whose recipe the U.S. government doesn't want published may be less lethal than originally reported. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses different aspects of the debate over the virus.
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New research from the U of M suggests more reproductive-age women lack access to health insurance. Katy Backes Kozhimannil, School of Public Health, explains that one finding was that 10 percent of pregnant women reported being uninsured.
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A new study found a 39 percent increased risk of stroke among certain women who ate the highest amount of trans fat. The study analyzed trans fat intake data from the School of Public Health's dietary database.
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Parents like to believe that signing the kids up for soccer, hockey and other sports can keep them lean and fit. Toben Nelson, School of Public Health, explains how sweet rewards and sugary beverages lead to kids taking in more calories than they're burning.
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A new study suggests H5N1 is more easily spread and far less deadly than scientists believed. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains that the fatality rate of H5N1 is at least as high as the World Health Organization has put it, between 30% and 60%.
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Student volunteers from the School of Public Health, Medical School, School of Nursing and College of Pharmacy use an inter-professional approach, combining their skills, to find the best care for patients at a free, student-run clinic in the Phillips Neighborhood of Minneapolis.
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The U of M School of Public Health found drinking two or more regular soft drinks per week may almost double your risk of pancreatic cancer. Research published this week speculates the sugar overload from regular soda triggers insulin production that fuels cancer cell growth.
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In 2011, the nation's largest publicly traded health companies were able to keep profits up despite new requirements on medical spending. Jon Christianson, School of Public Health, discusses what the future of insurance coverage in the health care industry will look like.
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With few consumers actually reading the Nutrition Facts, several ideas are floated for front-of-package labels that have clearer information. Dan Graham, School of Public Health, explains that consumers only spend about one second looking at nutritional information on packaging.
The years 1918 and 1919 were marked in Britain, as in the United States and elsewhere around the world, with one of history's most virulent and deadly flu pandemics. Michael Osterholm and Richard Danila, School of Public Health, talk about the accuracy of a television shows depiction of the pandemic.
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Indiana is battling its second measles outbreak in two years, even though its vaccination rate exceeds the national average. Kristen Ehresmann, School of Public Health, explains why the Super Bowl provided the perfect atmosphere for the disease to spread.
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Between 4 and 5 million women in the US have peripheral artery disease but few are diagnosed and fewer receive adequate treatment. Alan Hirsch, Medical School, School of Public Health and University of Minnesota Physicians, discusses raising awareness about the disease.
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New research shows that schools have had mixed results in implementing changes in schools to support a healthful diet for children. Mary Story, School of Public Health, helped conduct a report in 2005 to check in on the progress of offering healthy foods and beverages.
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President Obama released the 2013 budget recently and it relies on the same proposals as in previous years. Roger Feldman and Bryan Dowd, School of Public Health, wrote a report which explains that competitive bidding can save more money without endangering the care seniors.
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Jean Forster, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, explains how three doctoral students and three post-graduates to study new ways to combat cancer-related health disparities with the money from a $2.2 million federal grant that was recently won.
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First lady Michelle Obama has a new campaign called "Let's Move," which aims to make Iowa the healthiest state by 2016. The "blue zone" concept, a large part of the health initiative, was developed by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health.
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The American Diabetes Association says that maintaining normal blood sugar without medication for at least a year could be considered a "complete remission." Sarah Gollust, School of Public Health, explains some reasons why there is a stigma against type 2 diabetes.
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The Michigan Department of Community Health named Taco Bell as the mystery fast food chain linked to an outbreak of Salmonella infection last year. Craig Hedberg, School of Public Health, discusses the results of the report and how they relate to Taco Bell.
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Many people now are choosing to take part in medical tourism in order to find the best care. Leigh Turner, College of Pharmacy, School of Public Health and Center for Bioethics, explains that people need to do their research to find the best deal.
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Researchers and public health officials recently gathered in hopes of narrowing the divide within the scientific community over the debate of the H5N1 flu creation. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the impact of this research and the debate will have.
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Dieters who repeatedly lose weight and then gain it back aren't at higher risk of early death than people who don't "yo-yo diet." Simone French, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, explains that the study shows that people shouldn't be afraid to keep trying to lose weight.
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In a new study people with the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids in their blood were 30 percent less likely to develop an irregular heartbeat in the future. Alvaro Alonso, School of Public Health, discusses what the study's results mean.
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Added sugars are as much a threat to public health as alcohol and tobacco, and should be regulated in a similar fashion. Mary Story, School of Public Health, discusses how there needs to be stronger evidence before the amount of sugar in foods is legally regulated.
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The CDC and FDA was withholding the name of a restaurant chain linked to a 10-state outbreak of Salmonella in 2011. Craig Hedberg, School of Public Health, explains that revealing the name of an outbreak source can create complications for researchers.
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Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, and experts on bioterrorism asked the two labs that created the virus to hold off on sharing the results until the scientific community could agree on a way to make sure the information got into the right hands--and not into the wrong hands.
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The University of Minnesota's Academic Health Center will get an external review. John Finnegan, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, talks about the reasons for the external review.
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Proponents of a soda tax say it could cut back on obesity and premature deaths, but that's based on many assumptions. Roger Feldman, School of Public Health, explains that a lot of the test conducted to predict the outcome of the tax have been on the conservative side.
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A Mayo-U of M study tests whether small increases in activity, like sitting less at work, can improve health. Mark Pereira, School of Public Health, discusses how this is part of a larger research study, which looks at the way lifestyle changes could improve health and wellness.
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Today, some people who struggle to feed their families are actually obese. Mary Story, School of Public Health, explains that because of access problems parents who struggle to get enough food eat fewer fruits and vegetables and drink more sugar-sweetened beverages.
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Massachusetts's health reform bill, which provided the template for the federal Affordable Care Act, went into effect in 2006. Sharon Long, School of Public Health, talks about the results of a statewide survey she conducted on the health reform.
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A Wisconsin virology team that created a more contagious form of bird flu did not produce a highly lethal superflu. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains there are concerns both about the organisms and about how you manufacture them.
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This winter's flu season has been mild, but the usual flu peak comes next month, so it's not over yet. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about the different flu strains that doctors are seeing so far this year.
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39 scientists agreed Friday to halt their research for 60 days to allow time to assure the public the experiments are safe. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses how H5N1 is one of the most virulent known human infectious diseases.
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New research from the School of Public Health found food insecurity in Minnesota is almost four times higher than previously believed and more than two-and-a-half times the national average.
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Jill DeBoer, Academic Health Center, and Jane Braun, School of Public Health, talk about the components of the Mobil Medical Unit and how the unit is especially geared to fill in if a critical-access hospital becomes disabled or overwhelmed.
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An international debate over whether to censor new research on bird flu may soon prove academic. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the dangers of publishing details of the research.
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The U.S. would increase oversight of poultry processors' sanitary practices and contamination controls to potentially prevent 5,200 foodborne illnesses a year. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about how historic this proposal is for the poultry system.
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Minnesota will play a leading role in a pilot project that will focus on land conservation and preserving water quality ahead of crop yields. Deborah Swackhamer, School of Public Health, talks about what the project hopes to accomplish.
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Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the World Health Organization's comments about taking a role in helping sort through an international scientific controversy over two bird flu studies that the U.S. government deemed too dangerous to publish in full.
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A recent study found that lower LDL cholesterol levels are associated with developing atrial fibrillation. Faye Lopez, School of Public Health, discusses the potential reasons for the inverse relationship.
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U of M highlighted a new study from Project Eat, showing a drop in unhealthy dieting behaviors when comparing teens from 1999 with those from 2010. Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, School of Public Health, talks about the consistency of the study's finding.
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Timothy Wilt, Medical School, and Timothy Church, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, discuss that annual screening for prostate cancer with the PSA (prostate-specific antigen) blood test doesn't reduce men's risk of dying from the disease.
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A recent study, conducted by Rachel Huxley, School of Public Health, revealed that even though women tend to smoke fewer cigarettes than their male counterparts, they are at a 25% greater risk of smoking related health conditions.
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Unlike the cure for the common cold, there are some remedies available to fight influenza. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains that vaccines that are the best intervention available for seasonal influenza.
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Researchers followed local students over a decade and found that those who tried risky diets in their adolescent years were likely to gain more weight by their 20s. Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, School of Public Health, talks about the motives for conducting the study.
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The weights and lengths of babies born in southwestern Ohio have been growing in recent decades, but no link to obesity later in childhood was seen. Ellen Demerath, School of Public Health, explains a baby born in the 1930s would not have been considered a big kid today.
Steven Miles, Center for Bioethics, Medical School and University Physicians, and Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discuss the most significant events ("good" or "bad") in their field of expertise in 2011.
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The frequency of outbreaks linked to antibiotic-resistant salmonella is rising. Craig Hedberg, School of Public Health, discusses how banning specific strains of salmonella could cause logistical problems in the food industry.
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The U.S. government asked scientific journals not to publish the details of experiments on the deadly H5N1. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains that the rapid spread of an escaped flu virus would make it more dangerous than other deadly pathogens.
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Scientists call for stricter biosafety measures for dangerous avian-influenza variants.. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains that influenza presents a very difficult challenge because if it ever were to escape, it is one that would quickly go round the world.
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Three Minnesota health care organizations will take part in a federal pilot program designed to improve the quality of health care for seniors. Roger Feldman, School of Public Health, discusses the challenge of widespread reform.
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Many tanning salons have had to close since the federal government imposed a tax on them, in July of 2010. DeAnn Lazovich, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, talks about how many salons are putting profit over people's health.
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Tanning beds have already been linked skin cancer and now new research shows they can also raise the odds of developing the most common form of the disease. Research from DeAnn Lazovich, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, explains the increase in developing melanoma.
Jeff Bender, College of Veterinary Science, and William Hueston, College of Veterinary Medicine and School of Public Health, talk about how Ron Paul's push to legalize the sale of raw milk could lead to people drinking contaminated milk.
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While childhood obesity looms large, so do stigmas against kids who struggle with their weight. Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, School of Public Health, discusses that parents need to be cognitive of the stigmas and choose their language carefully.
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Two teams of scientists have independently constructed a deadly strain of flu. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the need to work on agents that yield important information without compromising our safety and security.
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Women, who have each found a way to successfully manage a career and/or their family and their diabetes tell their story. Birgitta Rice, School of Public Health, discusses her invention to help people with diabetes and her life with.
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Ruth Lindquist, School of Nursing, John Finnegan, School of Public Health, and Peter Bitterman, Medical School, Masonic Cancer Center and University of Minnesota Physicians, discuss the pros and cons of having a Medical School dean and an AHC vice president.
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President Eric Kaler is strongly considering an external review of the Academic Health Center. Michael Oakes, School of Public Health, and Colin Campbell, College of Pharmacy, discuss the outcomes of the initial internal review.
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Almost half of athletes 12 to 17 are overweight despite the activity, according to a U of M research. Toben Nelson, School of Public Health, discusses that youth sport needs to be the next major area to focus on for preventing childhood obesity.
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An editorial from Roger Feldman, School of Public Health, discusses the need for a tax on soft drinks, which would promote healthful behavior. Mark Pereira, School of Public Health, talks about how people who drink multiple soft drinks a week are twice as likely to develop pancreatic cancer.
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When choosing the right nursing home, most consumers lack one of the best sources of inside information about the facilities - from the residents themselves. Robert Kane, School of Public Health, talks about how satisfaction surveys help to give the whole story about nursing homes.
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A group of scientists are trying to publish a paper on how they created a new flu virus that could wipe out all humanity. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about the importance of research like this.
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It is often hard to safeguard yourself from overeating during the holidays. Jamie Stang, School of Public Health, talks about overeating and gives him some suggestions to keep some self control.
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Patients with clogged leg arteries are better off exercising than having a doctor place a stent in their legs to improve blood flow. Alan Hirsch, Medical School, School of Public Health and University of Minnesota Physicians, explains how many fitness programs are covered by insurance.
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Bisphenol A is a potentially toxic chemical used in food packaging. Pete Raynor, School of Public Health, discusses the uncertainty of the effects that BPA exposure can have on a person's health.
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In the year since South Dakota voters approved expanding a ban on smoking in public places the nightlife experience has been transformed. Jean Forster, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, talks about how smoking bans haven't effected bars that much.
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Around 80 percent of United States women are dissatisfied with their appearance. Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, School of Public Health, explains that over one half of teenage girls and nearly one third of teenage boys "use unhealthy weight control behaviors.
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A pilot program by 49 state facilities aims to cut unnecessary - and costly - re-hospitalizations. Robert Kane, School of Public Health, discusses how hospitalization can leave elderly patients vulnerable to infections, falls and a form of short-term dementia.
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Under the threat of federal action, everything about kids' food, from cereal sugar levels to mascots to TV ads, is under scrutiny. Mary Story, School of Public Health, talks about how new advertising guidelines can improve children's health.
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A high-dose version of the flu vaccine, aimed at seniors, can cause short-term aches and flu-like symptoms. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about the effectiveness of the flu vaccine in seniors.
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New technology may help HIV patients to avoid skipping a dose of their medication. Keith Horvath, School of Public Health, explains how he is using social media to help patients remember to take their medication.
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Although recent research shows that flu shot is not as effective as it used to be, most doctors still encourage patients to get the shot. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about how the study showed that flu shots need to be improved, not avoided.
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Early detection of cancer is often a key factor in successful treatment. Recent research from the School of Public Health and the National Cancer Institute showed that an annual chest X-ray is no more likely to turn up evidence of lung cancer than normal visits to the physician.
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Experts caution new data, which links soda consumption and violence, saying there is no direct link between the two. Mary Story, School of Public Health, talks about how poverty plays a role in people having poor diets.
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Believe it or not, if you have a demanding job, finding time to eat with your family may actually leave you feeling less stressed. Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, School of Public Health, explains how eating family meals together keeps kids healthier.
Even health-conscious shoppers who read nutrition labels pay much less attention to the information than they think they do. Dan Graham and Robert Jeffrey, School of Public Health, explain that consumers have short attention spans when it comes to nutrition labels.
In an effort to contain epidemic obesity, the Institute of Medicine recommended a new logo for the front of all packaged food sold in grocery stores. Mary Story, School of Public Health, explains that the labels would give consumers a quick assessment of its nutrition value
A new study by Alan Hirsch, Medical School, School of Public Health, Lillehei Heart Institute and University of Minnesota Physicians, shows that Minnesota had more than 4,300 amputations caused by leg artery blockages from 2005 to 2008, resulting in $88 million in hospital costs.
The number of Iron Rangers who died of mesothelioma has reached 82. Jeffrey Mandel and John Finnegan, School of Public Health, discusses the updates of the Taconite Study that have been found by his research team.
Updated guidelines for the diagnosis and management of patients with peripheral artery disease have recently been released. Alan Hirsch, Medical School, School of Public Health, Lillehei Heart Institute and University of Minnesota Physicians, talks about the impact of the new guidelines.
Legal actions against 3M related to discharging chemicals from wastewater treatment plants into the environment are currently being explored. Matt Simcik, School of Public Health, talks about the effects of freshwater contamination.
Tanning beds will be illegal for California minors to use come January 1. A recent study from the U of M's Masonic Cancer Center and School of Public Health shows that people who use a tanning bed for any length of time are 74% more likely to develop melanoma.
According to a recent study Older women who took a daily vitamin supplement had an increased risk of dying of cardiovascular disease and cancer. Jaakko Mursu, School of Public Health, discusses his research and the findings.
Health officials say it's a good time to get a flu shot. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains it's time for a new flu vaccine to keep up with the different strains that develop over time.
Women run a lower risk of having babies with certain birth defects if they eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. David Jacobs, Medical School and School of Public Health, talks about how healthy foods are better for you than supplements.
The outbreak of listeriosis linked to cantaloupes from a Colorado farm field is heightening concerns over its presence in other foods. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses tips to avoid getting food-borne illness.
The news that health insurance premiums are again rising rapidly is the latest reminder that President Obama's health care law is producing the opposite of what it promised. Jean Abraham and Pinar Karaca-Mandic, School of Public Health, discuss the new law.
The U.S. FDA has announced a "Retail Food Safety Action Plan" aiming to improve how food facilities manage food safety efforts and how public health agencies oversee them. Craig Hedberg, School of Public Health, talks about the new action plan.
Many individuals these days may benefit from talking to their doctor about vitamin D testing, as new research from the University of Minnesota suggests that the average intake of the nutrient from food sources has declined dramatically over the past three decades.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday that 72 illnesses and a number of deaths, are linked to the tainted fruit. Craig Hedberg, School of Public Health, talks about the this deadly outbreak of bacteria.
As many as 72 people have fallen ill and 16 have died, after eating cantaloupes that were contaminated with listeria, a dangerous bacteria. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the outbreak and spread of listeria.
Updated guidelines for the management and treatment for peripheral artery disease have been released. Alan Hirsch, Medical School, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota Physicians and Lillehei Heart Institute, explains the new guidelines.
The U.S. Defense Department is significantly restructuring its mission to develop countermeasures against potential biological warfare agents. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the old mission and why the U.S. is restructuring.
The intake of vitamin D from foods has been in decline in the US population for the past 25 years. Lisa Harnack, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, explains her research and gives tips on what foods contain the most vitamin D.
A new study says the words doctors use when discussing a child's weight have varying effects on a parent's attitude. Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, School of Public Health and Medical School, talks about appropriate language to use when describing a child's weight.
Drinking has been a rite of passage for college students for generations, but many students don't know their limits. Toben Nelson, School of Public Health, talks about possible options colleges have to help curb problems associated with student drinking.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 55 people in 14 states have become infected with one of the strains of Listeria tied to cantaloupes. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, talks about the evidence tying the outbreak to Del Monte.
Del Monte Fresh Produce, is trying to block additional restrictions on melon imports, creating a battle between the produce industry and food safety regulators. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses Del Monte being the source of the salmonella outbreak earlier this year.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced a landmark measure to protect against a potentially deadly foodborne bacteria -- E. coli. Mike Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the next step the USDA can take to improve food safety standards.
In medical research, the best way to test a new treatment is the randomized controlled trial. Henry Blackburn, School of Public Health and University of Minnesota Physician, discusses clinical trial awareness efforts throughout United States history.
Lifestyle changes can significantly lower the risk of being diagnosed with certain cancers. Research from the School of Public Health explains how consuming charred meat increasing the risk of getting pancreatic cancer.
In past decades, advancements in medical science have made it possible to reverse the effects strokes and other medical conditions. Robert Kane, School of Public Heath, discusses doctors working with families to offer the right care for geriatric patients.
530 families (and 850 kids) who were recruited into the study at the 2010 State Fair returned to give follow-up health information at the 2011 fair. Logan Spector, School of Public Health, talks about what made this year so successful.
Kids who play sports are more physically active than those who don't, but they are just as likely to be overweight. Tobben Nelson, School of Public Health, talks about the different factors that lead to athletes becoming overweight.
Now that the cooler weather is here and the sun is going down a little bit earlier each day, it's important to get a good dose of vitamin D. Lisa Harnack, School of Public Health, discusses vitamin D insufficiency and the foods and supplements that contain the most vitamin D.
Research says vitamin D in adult diets has been on the decline for the past 25 years. Lisa Harnack, School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center, explains her research and offers tips on how people can increase their vitamin D intake.
32 colleges and universities are busy planning for the second meeting of the Learning Collaborative on High-Risk Drinking, which looks at ways to combat high-risk drinking in college. Traci Toomey and Toben Nelson, School of Public Health, are the representatives from the U of M.
Packing a tasty and healthy school lunch may not be as hard as some parents think. Jamie Stang, School of Public Health, give tips on healthy school lunches that are easy and affordable.
The movie "Contagion" is clearly an extreme scenario, but not an impossible one, say experts who have seen the movie. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, expands on how realistic the disease outbreak in the movie is.
Kids whose parents smoke are more likely to get ear infections and have hearing problems, according to a new review paper. Kathleen Daly, School of Public Health, further discusses the findings of the study.
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Since the anthrax attacks in 2001, some $60 billion has been spent on biodefence in the United States. Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, explains how plans and cost estimates are necessary in preparation for future defense efforts.
Toben Nelson, School of Public Health, explains his research that shows kids involved in sports are more likely to be consuming unhealthy snacks and fast food on a regular basis.
Originally posted on KARE 11, Forbes reports A U of M study shows kids in sports are more likely to eat fast food and unhealthy snacks. Toben Nelson, School of Public Health, explains his research and findings.
Michael Osterholm, School of Public Health, discusses the accomplishments of another food safety illness expert in the United States..
Craig Hedberg, School of Public Health, talks about being chosen for Cargill's expert panel that will review its enhanced ground turkey food safety program.
