Sherbrooke Researchers Document the First Arterial and Veinous Atlas of the Human Brain
SHERBROOKE, QC, Dec. 3, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ - Imagine an atlas containing an image bank of the blood vessels of the brain taken from healthy humans which can be used as a reference to target alterations among those with cerebral vascular degeneration. That key to improving the diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases and to understanding their origin is now within our reach. This is the result of the work of a team of Sherbrooke researchers which is already gaining international attention.
Kevin Whittingstall, a research professor at the faculty of medicine and health sciences (FMSS) of the Université de Sherbrooke and at the Centre de recherche du CHUS, has dedicated years to develop noninvasive imaging techniques to view the structure and functioning of the human brain. His doctoral student, Michaël Bernier, who is now a postdoctoral fellow at the Harvard Medical School, developed a revolutionary segmentation software tool. Together, they were able to extract images of blood vessels in the brain that are normally difficult to view using noninvasive procedures. Thanks to these images, they have documented the world's most complete arterial and venous atlas of the human brain. Stephen Cunnane, a professor and researcher at the FMSS and at the Centre de recherche sur le vieillissement, also collaborated in this discovery.
The brain atlas: like a fingerprint databank
"We spend 10 minutes in a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) session to take two images of the patient's brain," explained Kevin Whittingstall. "The first image targets the arteries by measuring blood velocity. The second image measures magnetic interference, thus enabling the veins to be viewed. Our images are so precise that they enable us to quantify the structure, length, and diameter of different blood vessels in each region of the brain. Michaël then assembles them using computer software which combines mathematics with image processing before obtaining an arteriovenous tree that is unique to each patient."
The brain atlas can thus be compared to a fingerprint databank. The team can compare the patient's vascular tree with images taken from healthy brains and determine whether there are subtle variations. If so, the team will try to determine where they originate. Are they from a brain concussion or from the onset of Alzheimer's disease, and so on?
Last November, this innovation made the front page of Human Brain Mapping. The team is already being solicited by researchers in other countries who wish to use the atlas in clinical studies on brain concussions and stroke (cerebrovascular accidents).
SOURCE Centre hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke
DOES YOUR SKIN HAVE A HOLIDAY HANGOVER?
What to Do When Libations Take a Toll on Your Skin
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It’s holiday time again. Although Thanksgiving has passed, the “booziest” holidays such as Christmas and New Year’s are yet to come.
This post-Thanksgiving period between now and the New Year are when even average people tend to binge drink. What many people don’t realize is that drinking alcohol in excess can have a negative impact on your appearance. Alcohol dehydrates your body including the skin- your body’s largest organ. This happens every time you drink. Extra cocktails can be adding years to your face in the form of wrinkles, poor texture and lack of radiance.
Dr. Stanley Poulos a board-certified San Francisco area plastic surgeon explains that, “frequent alcohol consumption is also thought to deprive the skin of vital vitamins and nutrients. Over time, drinking heavily can have other, more permanent, detrimental effects on your skin. Rosacea, a skin disorder that starts with a tendency to blush and flush easily and can eventually lead to facial disfigurement, is linked to alcohol. Since alcohol increases your blood flow, it often causes blood vessels in your face to dilate (sometimes permanently) and often burst, leaving behind broken capillaries and red spots that are difficult to get rid of,” offers Dr. Poulos.
Here’s a look at what alcohol can do to wreak havoc on your appearance.
Brittle hair.
What's worse, drinking too much doesn't only affect the appearance of your skin; it will dehydrate your hair, making it more prone to breaking and split ends. Weak, brittle hair in addition to premature wrinkling, can easily add 10 years to someone’s appearance.
Dark circles, bloodshot eyes and even blindness.
In much the same way that alcohol causes broken capillaries on your face, it irritates and enlarges the tiny blood vessels on the surface of your eye (the sclera) causing a "bloodshot" appearance. If vanity doesn’t get your attention, how about blindness? “Because excessive drinking robs the body of some nutrients required to maintain eye health, it can lead to a condition called alcoholic optic neuritis, which impairs eyesight and, over time, can result in blindness,” cautions Dr. Poulos.
Some tips to avoid a “skin hangover” include…
1. Stay hydrated.
Aside from giving up booze altogether, Dr. Poulos says it is possible to minimize the unwanted effects of alcohol by constantly staying hydrated. “That means drinking a full glass of water for every cocktail you have. Drink even more water before you go to bed to flush the alcohol out of your system, so you wake up less dehydrated, puffy and flushed,” he advises.
2. Take care of your skin before bed.
Taking care of your skin before hitting the sack is also crucial. Dr. Poulos advises fully washing your face and then applying a moisturizer, like a hydrating serum before getting into bed. “Sleeping with dirty skin makes it prone to clogged pores and acne.”
3. Prop pillows and use tea.
One of the best ways to minimize the eye and face puffiness is to sleep on two pillows, slightly propped up. In the morning, rubbing ice cubes all over your face helps, too. “One of the best ways to deflate eye puffiness and reduce the redness is to place cold tea bags over the eyes. The tannins in the tea help constrict blood vessels,” adds Dr. Poulos.
4. Cover up what you can’t cure.
To camouflage the redness in the face, use a green-tinted primer before applying makeup, which should help neutralize any redness. If you must use foundation, look for a lightweight, moisturizing formula. Avoid powders, as they are often more drying.
5. Consider lasers.
When at-home remedies aren’t making much of a difference. There are pricier measures you can take to minimize the effects of alcohol. “Certain laser treatments can reduce redness and spider veins on the face. It’s important to see someone who is well trained to administer the laser treatment,” suggests Dr. Poulos.
6. Choose your booze wisely.
If you are going to consume alcohol know that different alcohols have different effects on the skin, but as a general rule, the clearer, the better. Vodka, gin, and tequila leave your system quicker. “If you’re going to drink anything, drink vodka that doesn’t have a grain in it, like potato vodka. It’s a lot clearer and smoother, so it gets in and out of your body quickly,” says Dr. Poulos. Most physicians agree that although everyone metabolizes alcohol differently, if you can remember to drink in moderation and stay hydrated, you can save your skin.
7. Reach for Caffeine
Grab an extra-large coffee, then give your skin a little caffeine boost, too. Caffeine helps constrict blood vessels and is a good option after a night of drinking, since alcohol dilates blood vessels. "This can make the area around your eyes look puffy and bloated," explains Dr. Poulos, who recommends keeping an eye cream with caffeine handy.
8. Go for Yogurt
Dr. Poulos advises slathering it on as a face mask and to make sure it’s plain yogurt. Because it's anti-inflammatory, it will help soothe redness, another side effect of drinking too much, especially for those who have rosacea, he notes. Leave it on for five to ten minutes before rinsing.
9. Put Your Face on the Rocks.
“Take the ice cubes out of the freezer, put them in a hand towel and rub them over your face,’ says Dr. Poulos. He suggests doing this to minimize puffiness and swelling. Use cold teaspoons to de-puff around the eye area.
About Dr. Stanley Poulos
Dr. Poulos is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon and Co-Founder with Ingvar Hvistendahl, M.D of Plastic Surgery Specialists recognized as one of the premier aesthetic surgery clinics in Northern California.
Dr. Poulos helped pioneer the quick lift facial rejuvenation surgery in California and has extensive experience in body contour procedures. With over 30-years’ experience in aesthetic procedures, Dr. Poulos has been on the forefront of innovative procedures such as the quick-lift facial rejuvenation, mommy makeover, and vaser lipo-contouring. Dr. Poulos combines his consistent knowledge of new treatment options with his mastery of facial and body symmetry.
His recent focus has been on the gastric balloon, a groundbreaking, non-surgical, medically assisted, outpatient procedure offering weight loss to those seeking to lose between 30 and 75 pounds who may be ineligible for the more invasive gastric bypass surgery. This exciting new procedure allows patients to achieve optimal health and, when combined with exercise and proper nutrition, the results have been exceptional.
A graduate of the University of Texas Medical School, Dr. Poulos completed his internship and residency at UC San Francisco. He completed surgery and plastic surgery training in San Francisco prior to entering private practice in Marin County where he co-founded PSS (www.psspecialists.com)
Addressing Our Overwhelmed Health Care System: Toronto Startup, MediSeen, Aims to Improve Patient Access to Quality Health Care by Reviving the House Call
First Digital Platform to Deliver Multiple Health Care Services to Your Door
TORONTO, Dec. 3, 2018 /CNW/ - We live in a world where people expect personalized, convenient access to various services at their fingertips – without hassle, worry or wait times. Health care delivery should be no different. MediSeen, a Toronto-based health tech company, has launched a free digital home health care platform offering patients personalized, convenient access to a range of health care professionals at their door; helping ease the burden of an overwhelmed health care system – starting in the Toronto region with rapid expansion plans to serve more patients.
Studies show that Canadians interact with the health care system approximately six times per year and that one in 10 Canadians has over 10 interactions per year.1 When compared to 11 other countries, Canada has the highest percentage (29% or 1 in 3 people) waiting 4+ hours in an emergency room setting before being treated.2,3 Yet, 41 per cent of Canadians say their last visit to an ER was for something that could have been treated in primary care, if their regular provider had been available.2 Unfortunately, one in five Canadians report waiting seven+ days to see a family doctor the last time they needed medical attention.3
Long waits and overcrowding aren't simply an inconvenience – they often negatively impact patient outcomes.4,5 Patients waiting longer are more likely to experience delays in the treatment of pain or suffering, to express higher dissatisfaction, and to leave without receiving treatment.4 Long wait times also lead to missed work, lost wages, and added stress.6
"As a medical community, we constantly strive for better ways to serve patients so they don't feel they have to turn to "Dr. Google" or head to the nearest hospital emergency room," says Dr. Thomas Debssou, a Toronto-based GP. "Offering in-home or at-work care offers greater flexibility for patients and gives health care providers like me a means to build and scale our own practices. It also alleviates unnecessary after-hour hospital visits to ensure bed space is available for critical care patients."
Home Health Care Delivery through Technology: The MediSeen Approach
Canadians seem to have growing confidence in today's health care system, yet many do not believe their care is integrated.7 Optimizing day-to-day quality of life and preventing poor health outcomes often involves access to care from a range of health professionals who are interacting with one another.8
MediSeen goes beyond similar services that only enable doctor house calls. Here, patients also have access to a full range of allied health professionals at their doorsteps – social workers, chiropractors, physiotherapists, acupuncturists, osteopaths, and beyond – to support positive health outcomes. Through the MediSeen app or website, people can choose the specific provider they want to see, as well as the time and location. They can also securely connect with the provider to coordinate the visit – same day and advanced bookings are available.
"As a mother of four, it is difficult to juggle health care visits for me and my girls," says Melissa Oziel. "Whatever the situation, I want to know that we all have access to quality care without having to worry or wait. Recently, my 15-month old came down with a rash and we ended up spending four hours at a walk-in clinic just to be rushed in and rushed out without a proper diagnosis or treatment. That's when I went onto the MediSeen website and requested an at-home visit. The doctor fit us into his schedule that day and gave us the much-needed attention and care we needed – accurately diagnosing my daughter's rash and prescribing us an effective treatment. From start to finish, the care we received was personal and focused, and helped our family quickly get back to our daily routine."
A unique and important attribute to MediSeen is that their software is equipped with a Personal Electronic Health Record* functionality so users can maintain their own health data and manage their bookings – ideal for people with children or aging parents. This Record can be viewed, accessed or downloaded at any time. Plus, health providers can include complete and accurate summaries of an individual's medical assessments and care that can be reviewed by the next chosen provider (with the user's permission).
As health care delivery continues to evolve in a digital era, Canadians worry about the potential loss of human touch and accuracy of diagnosis.1"MediSeen's technology is designed to encourage face-to-face interactions, while providing modern day convenience and addressing accessibility barriers encountered by many," says Daniel Warner, Founder and CEO of MediSeen. "Creating more access points for care in the community—including the patient's home or work—results in better access and more affordable, personalized care while alleviating overcrowding and extensive wait times. We truly believe the future of health care is at home."
Daniel lives with Crohn's Disease and knows personally the powerful impact having convenient, quality health care can have on a person's life after spending countless hours scheduling appointments, commuting to hospitals and clinics, and sitting in waiting rooms.
About MediSeen:
Founded in 2017, MediSeen is a secure, cloud-based digital platform that connects patients with health care providers who make house calls for non-emergency medical services in Toronto via their website and mobile app. Individuals create a free account to use the app or website and schedule appointments from there – appointments can be made seven days a week with times dependent on a practitioner's schedule. During the pilot phase, 2,000+ people signed up to use the service. Physician visits are covered by OHIP. Non-OHIP services can be easily paid for on MediSeen via credit card and reimbursed through insurance. Additional details can be found at www.mediseen.ca.
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Novartis' CGRP inhibitor Aimovig® (erenumab) now available in Canada for the prevention of migraine i
- Aimovig® is the first treatment available in Canada to prevent migraine by blocking the calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor (CGRP-R)i, which plays a critical role in migraineii
- Aimovig® offers migraine sufferers a once monthly treatment consistently shown to reduce monthly migraine days, with many patients achieving a 50% reduction or morei
- Introduction of this new type of migraine prevention treatment is an example of the Novartis commitment to reimagine medicine
DORVAL, QC, Dec. 3, 2018 /CNW/ - Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. (Novartis) is pleased to announce that Aimovig® (erenumab) is now available in Canada for the prevention of migraine in adults who have at least four migraine days per monthi. This news follows the Health Canada approval for the treatment on August 1, 2018.
"The arrival of the first anti-CGRP treatment in Canada for migraine prevention is an important milestone for patients and Novartis. We are thrilled that Aimovig® is now available to Canadian migraine sufferers who could benefit from this type of treatment," said Janice Murray, President, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. "The more we learn about the patient journey and the experiences they live through the more we are committed to reimagine medicine to meet their needs. This new treatment is an example of our commitment to migraine patients."
Almost three million Canadians are directly affected by migraineiii. Globally, migraine was reported as the second leading cause of years lived with disability in 2016iv. It is associated with a substantial social and economic impactv and considered the third most prevalent illness in the worldvi.
"Migraine is a complex and debilitating neurological disease that can be complicated to manage. We recently learned that targeting the CGRP-R pathway is a new approach to preventing migraine. The arrival and now availability of the first CGRP inhibitor in Canada gives us an additional and welcomed tool to help us manage this disease." said Dr. Elizabeth Leroux, President, Canadian Headache Society.
Aimovig® is designed to be self-administered as a once monthly injection via the (SureClick®) autoinjectori.
About migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disease that causes recurrent attacks of head pain that is often associated with nausea and vomiting and can involve sensitivity to light and soundvii.
Migraine causes significant disability, seven million workdays are reportedly lost to it annually, which is likely under-reported. Most sufferers develop their first migraine headache in adolescence or early adulthoodviii. The highest prevalence rates in Canada are among people in their 30s and 40s and women are more than twice as likely as men to report having migraine. People with migraine are much more likely to suffer from depression. It is a disease that impacts many areas of daily living, including education, work, sleep and drivingiii.
About Amgen and Novartis Neuroscience Collaboration
In August 2015, Amgen entered into a global collaboration with Novartis to jointly develop and commercialize pioneering treatments in the field of migraine and Alzheimer's disease (AD). The collaboration focuses on investigational Amgen drugs in the migraine field, including erenumab (Biologics License Application submitted to U.S. FDA in May 2017) and AMG 301 (currently in Phase 1 development). In April 2017, the collaboration was expanded to include co-commercialization of erenumab in the U.S. For the migraine program, Amgen retains exclusive rights in Japan, and Novartis has exclusive rights in Europe, Canada and rest of world. Also, the companies are collaborating in the development and commercialization of a beta-secretase 1 (BACE) inhibitor program in AD. The oral therapy CNP520 (currently in Phase 3 for AD) is the lead molecule and further compounds from both companies' pre-clinical BACE inhibitor programs may be considered as follow-on molecules.
About Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc., a leader in the healthcare field, is committed to the discovery, development and marketing of innovative products to improve the well-being of all Canadians. In 2017, the company invested $51 million in research and development in Canada. Located in Dorval, Quebec, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. employs approximately 750 people in Canada and is an affiliate of Novartis AG, which provides innovative healthcare solutions that address the evolving needs of patients and societies. For further information, please consult www.novartis.ca.
About Novartis
Novartis is reimagining medicine to improve and extend people's lives. As a leading global medicines company, we use innovative science and digital technologies to create transformative treatments in areas of great medical need. In our quest to find new medicines, we consistently rank among the world's top companies investing in research and development. Novartis products reach nearly 1 billion people globally and we are finding innovative ways to expand access to our latest treatments. About 125,000 people of more than 140 nationalities work at Novartis around the world. Find out more at www.novartis.com.
Aimovig and SureClick are registered trademarks of Amgen Inc. used under license by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc.
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viii The Ontario Migraine Clinic, What is Migraine? Accessed October 2018, at: http://www.migraineclinic.ca/migraines.html |
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Quorum Medical Clinic Launches Ground-Breaking STI Self-Screening Service Prélib
MONTREAL, Nov. 30, 2018 /CNW/ - Tomorrow, Quorum Medical Clinic will open an innovative medical clinic in downtown Montreal, a first-of-its-kind sexually transmitted infection (STI) self-screening clinic. Quorum Medical Clinic has a mission focused on sexual health and serving at-risk individuals in the region. This vital groundbreaking program addresses current barriers often preventing individuals from getting tested. These barriers include ease of accessibility and stigma. The program aims to break down these barriers by providing timely testing services in a safe, easy, stigma-free way. The new clinic concept, named Prélib, is the only self-screening clinic of its kind in Canada.
"We know that many individuals are currently feeling they have no easily accessible options to get the vital testing for STI's that all Quebecers should have access to in a stigma-free environment - without judgment," said Dr. Maxim R. Éthier, physician and co-founder of Quorum Medical Clinic. Prélib combines state of the art communication technologies with medical expertise to facilitate safe and accessible STI testing. The program also provides personalized education on prevention.
The STI Self-Screening clinic opens tomorrow, December 1, 2018, which is also World AIDS Day. The service will aim to engage individuals who otherwise would not get tested and may not know if they have an STI or know their HIV status. The new clinic will work to directly improve health outcomes by identifying and moving to provide necessary treatment to patients who require further care.
"We recognize that many Quebecers and indeed Canadians are not easily able to access the STI testing services they need in a safe and stigma-free environment. Following months of work to design an online web platform for individuals to book appointments and view test results, and with a unique self-testing clinic, we are excited to see how our efforts will work to engage those whose health care needs are not currently being met," added Dr. Éthier. "Left untreated, these health concerns can have serious impacts on both these individuals and those around them. It is vital for health providers to recognize how the status quo is not meeting the needs for patients and address those gaps in care."
This project was made possible by a ViiV Healthcare Canada grant awarded through its healthcare organization support for innovative programs. ViiV's program aims to support healthcare-related organizations across Canada in their goal to improve health outcomes and/or the quality of life for patients living with HIV/AIDS.
"New HIV and STI testing services aim to directly address the current gaps in testing for at-risk individuals," said Sara Leclerc, General Manager of ViiV Healthcare Canada. "ViiV is proud to support organizations like Quorum and Prélib who develop and provide innovative services to improve health outcomes and the quality of life for Quebecers."
Quorum Medical Clinic provides innovative health care services in Montreal. Its mission is to serve at-risk populations in the region and is also focused particularly on sexual health. It offers safe and stigma-free care to its patients in a modern facilitity located in the heart of Montreal. Prélib is located adjacent to the main Quorum Clinic with a dedicated entrance and patient testing rooms. More information on Quorum and Prélib can be found at http://cliniquequorum.com/
ViiV Healthcare is the only company 100% dedicated to developing HIV treatments to continue the fight against HIV/AIDS and ultimately improve the health of those whose lives are touched by the virus. Learn more about ViiV Healthcare and how we are supporting the HIV/AIDS community at www.viivhealthcare.ca.
SOURCE Quorum Medical Clinic
The United States of America Has a 135 Billion US Dollars Spine Problem: Spine Book to Help Americans
Keys to an Amazing Life: Secrets of the Cervical Spine
available at amazon.com for $6.99 American Dollars
Video: https://youtu.be/QDH8vC4SpuE
In 2017, American GDP was estimated at 19.4 trillion dollars. With spine care costing Americans 135 billion dollars per year in the USA, that means one in $144 GDP (0.7%) dollars is spent on spine care. 2017 USA GDP is estimated at $19.4 trillion dollars.
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(18)30725-6/fulltext
Today, with this important book, internationally-renowned American spinal expert Dr. Kenneth Hansraj unlocks the secrets of your spine, and how learning to treat it with respect will vastly improve your physical, emotional and even mental life. It’s packed with brilliant illustrations, photographs and techniques for achieving optimal spinal and overall vibrant health!
The most painful problem in America isn’t the economy, trade, crime or foreign wars.
It’s our BACKS!
“Hansraj unlocks the influence of common everyday options that are good for your spinal health and general health. This book will illuminate your life”. Jack Canfield
The key to a successful modern America is to upgrade the skills of the American people, and then place these well-trained people into improved and state-of-the-art infrastructure system.
Even if you don’t have “back problems” at the moment, 80% of us are destined to have them, either directly or indirectly related to our spines. And it’s impossible to enjoy life when you’re in pain. Do something NOW by buying this important book!
Our spines are quite literally at our “center,” critical to our overall health, yet we constantly abuse them with our modern lifestyles.
The result is that 80% of us are suffering in some way, at one time or another, from “back problems” – and are spending $135 Billion USD a year dealing with the pain and associated health problems.
In fact, if you’re like most American adults, there’s a very good chance that some of your health problems you would never think are related to your spine actually do originate there!
What people are saying about this important book
"As a surgical spine specialist, I am amazed at the graphical simplicity and clarity with which Hansraj presents spinal anatomy, spinal problems, and spinal surgery. This book is a triumph for the patient."
Patrick F. O'Leary, M.D.
Internationally-renowned master
Orthopaedic spinal surgeon
“Dr. Ken’s book has allowed me to deeply understand the nerves of the neck. I have learned how to protect and optimize them. With a better working knowledge of the nerves, I am able to make better choices for my mind and body, and I have benefited from the results. As a non-medical person, I am enlightened, as will be everyone wise enough to read this book.”
Michael Yanko
CEO, The Classic Group
“Finally, we have a book that is written by one of the world’s greatest doctors on health and personal well-being and not some celebrity. Dr. Ken has written a book that enhances a person’s life beyond imagination. This is the only book you need to read on this subject. It will change your life!”
Dr. Todd Eller
Senior Coach, Business Breakthroughs International
“When I sustained an injury by falling off of my horse, my doctors curtailed my activities. Dr. Ken evaluated me with MRIs and physical evaluations. Using the common-sense approach of this book I am back to full-time activities mentoring members around the world.”
John Sepulveda
9th Degree Black Belt, Kenpo
“Dr. Ken Hansraj is a well-trained, accomplished cervical spine surgeon who continues to make significant contributions. His book is a MUST READ!”
Chitranjan Ranawat, M.D.
International Master Orthopedic Surgeon
Co-Inventor of the Total Condylar Knee Replacement
Why does every American adult need this book?
Whether you’ve already experienced back pain, or simply want to prevent the potential suffering, this book is a must-read for every adult American person. The fact is, our modern lifestyles are punishing to our spines. Our bodies simply were not evolved to handle, for example, long periods of sitting in chairs and automobiles.
Without understanding your spine and how to care for it, there’s a very, very high chance you will be one of the 80% who suffer, whether directly from spine pain or from associated health conditions.
But beyond just spinal pain, this is a book is packed with principles about overall good health – both physical and mental!
Watch this short video to learn why this is not only an important book to read, but one you can trust as well!
https://youtu.be/QDH8vC4SpuE
When back problems arise . . .
Whether you have already experienced or in the future develop back problems, this book is an ideal tool you can use to make wise decisions about your options. It delves into what you can do yourself to improve your condition, such as beneficial exercises and proper posture. But it also addresses the latest surgeries – and because it’s written by a renowned spinal specialist, you can have confidence in what you’re reading.
About Dr. Kenneth K. Hansraj:
On the forefront of spinal surgery American surgeon Dr. Kenneth K. Hansraj (www.realspinesurgery.com) is a spinal and orthopedic surgeon specializing in cervical, thoracic and lumbar procedures for example laminectomies and spinal fusions. Dr. Hansraj believes in tailoring the operation to the patient using the latest spine technologies.
Dr. Ken is the author of the internationally bestselling book, Keys to an Amazing Life: Secrets of the Cervical Spine, (January, 2013), which he was inspired to write based on this concept. Dr. Hansraj is also the author of Bloodless Spine Surgery: Pictures and Explanations. His goal with each of his books is to bring years of accumulated expert medical knowledge to the public at-large in an easy-to digest format and to help countless individuals with ongoing spinal and health issues.
Dr. Ken Hansraj is TV and media trained and has extensive experience with national outlets such as CNN, HLN, CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, NPR and has been featured globally. Cision® estimates his current media impressions at 9 Billion.
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Changed Microbiome After Caesarean Birth Impacts Baby's Immune System, Research by Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) Finds
LUXEMBOURG, Nov. 30, 2018 /CNW/ - Together with colleagues from Sweden and Luxembourg, scientists from the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) of the University of Luxembourg have observed that, during a natural vaginal birth, specific bacteria from the mother's gut are passed on to the baby and stimulate the baby's immune responses. This transmission is impacted in children born by caesarean section. "This may explain why, epidemiologically speaking, caesarean-born children suffer more frequently from chronic, immune system-linked diseases compared to babies born vaginally,"says the head of the study Prof. Paul Wilmes. His team has now published its results in the journal Nature Communications (DOI: 10.1038/s41467-018-07631-x).
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Humans are born germ-free. Yet, birth is normally the time when vitally important bacteria start to colonise the body including the gut, skin and lungs. Researchers have long suspected that this early colonisation sets the course for one's later health. It could be, however, that a caesarean section prevents certain bacteria, ordinarily interacting with the baby's immune system, from being passed on from the mother to the new-born. Paul Wilmes, head of the Eco-Systems Biology research group at the LCSB, and his colleagues have now found the first evidence of this in a study of new-borns - half of whom were delivered by caesarean section. Wilmes reports: "We find specific bacterial substances that stimulate the immune system in vaginally born babies. In contrast, the immune stimulation in caesarean children is much lower either because the bacterial triggers are present at much lower levels or other bacterial substances hamper these initial immune reactions to happen."
This bacterial coloniser-immune system link - together with other factors - could explain why caesarean section babies are statistically more prone to develop allergies, chronic inflammatory diseases and metabolic diseases. "It could be that the immune system of these children is set on a different path early on," suggests Paul Wilmes. "We now want to further investigate this link mechanistically and find ways by which we might replace the lacking maternal bacterial strains in caesarean-born babies, e.g. by administering probiotics."
"Of course, it is already clear that we should not intervene too strongly in the birth process. Babies should only be delivered by caesarean section when it is medically necessary," Paul Wilmes stresses. "We need to be aware that, in doing so, we are apparently intervening massively in the natural interactions between humans and bacteria."
Funding: The study was supported by the Fondation André et Henriette Losch as well as by grants from the ATTRACT, CORE and AFR programmes of the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR). Additional funds were provided by the University of Luxembourg. Sample collection, processing and storage were co-funded by the Integrated Biobank of Luxembourg under the Personalised Medicine Consortium Diabetes programme.
Bibliography: Linda Wampach, Anna Heintz-Buschart, Joëlle V. Fritz, Javier Ramiro-Garcia, Janine Habier, Malte Herold, Shaman Narayanasamy, Anne Kaysen, Angela H. Hogan, Lutz Bindl, Jean Bottu, Rashi Halder, Conny Sjöqvist, Patrick May, Anders F. Andersson, Carine de Beaufort and Paul Wilmes, Birth mode is associated with earliest strain-conferred gut microbiome functions and immunostimulatory potential, Nature Communications, 30 November 2018. DOI: 10.1038/s41467-018-07631-x
SOURCE Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) of the University of Luxembourg
Discover new one-handed convenience products!
Student Teams Design and Market Brand New Products that can be Used With One Hand
for the Fall 2018 Integrated Product Development Trade Show
Ann Arbor, Michigan – November 28, 2018 – The University of Michigan Tauber Institute for Global Operations presents the Fall 2018 Integrated Product Development Trade Show, featuring innovative products created by business, engineering, information, and design students.
Event: Fall 2018 Integrated Product Development Trade Show
When: Wednesday, December 5, 6:30-8:30 pm
Where: U-M Tauber Colloquium, 701 Tappan, Ann Arbor, MI
Who: Free and Open to the Public
Taught jointly by faculty of the Ross School of Business and the Stamps School of Art & Design, the annual Integrated Product Design course challenges six cross-disciplinary student teams from the College of Engineering, Ross School of Business, Stamps School of Art & Design, and School of Information to design, build, and market a brand new product, and then to face free market competition through the IPD Trade Show.
The IPD challenge: Design and produce a product or tool to be used with one hand, that enables people to perform routine daily tasks that otherwise would require two hands.
In addition, the product enables performance of a routine daily life task by a person with only one hand available to use it. Performance should at minimum match the quality, speed and ease of task performance using a standard two-handed method, with or without an enabling tool or device.
The contexts of use include home, leisure, school or work settings and associated activities. The use case should be widely applicable and be profitable at a consumer cost of less than $200.
Members of the University of Michigan community and the general public are invited to meet the student design teams, test out prototypes of their new technologies, and vote for the “best of the best” at the Fall 2018 Integrated Product Development Trade Show, December 5 at the Tauber Colloquium in the Ross School of Business in Ann Arbor, MI.
Surviving the Holidays with Infertility
Relationship therapist Dr. Laura Berman explains how to deal with well-meaning but painful questions from relatives
Over 6 million women struggle with infertility, and First Lady Michelle Obama is just one of many who bravely face this painful journey. However, the holidays can be a particularly painful time for couples who struggle from infertility.
Dr. Laura Berman, relationship therapist, television personality, radio host, and New York Times bestselling author says:
“The holidays can be a very triggering time for many people, especially for are battling infertility. From Christmas cards which feature happy newborns and growing families to insensitive questions from relatives, it can be a very lonely and devastating season for millions of American women who have faced loss after loss.”
Dr. Berman offers the following tips for any couples who may be suffering this holiday season:
Prioritize self-care. “We feel pressure to accept every invitation and be present for every family event, yet if doing so harms us, then it is not a wise or loving choice,” says the couples’ therapist. “It’s okay to turn down events where you know you will be triggered, whether it’s because an elderly relative will be there nagging you about why you aren’t pregnant yet, or whether it’s because you aren’t ready to meet your cousin’s new baby. This doesn’t make you cold-hearted, rather it simply means you are taking time to care for yourself and your mental health.”
Have a rehearsed answer for rude questions. “If you know that you are going to hear ‘When is it your turn?’ a lot over the holidays, then practice a rehearsed answer to shut down such remarks. Have your partner do the same, and even enlist him to answer for you if that makes you more comfortable, such as by saying, ‘We don’t want to discuss that. How’s work going?’ Set a clear boundary and change the subject. You don’t owe anyone any further explanation,” says Dr. Berman.
Be honest if that feels right to you. “Not everyone wants to talk about infertility or their losses, and that’s perfectly okay,” says the couples’ therapist. “But many women feel that suffering alone adds to their isolation and hopelessness. In fact, First Lady Michelle Obama reported feeling similarly isolated and ashamed. Talking about our pain can be so healing and helpful. So, if it feels right to you, be honest with your close family and friends.”
Volunteer. “We know that volunteering can have an incredibly positive impact on a person’s mental health,” says Dr. Laura Berman. “Collecting toys for kids in need or spending time at a local soup kitchen can help you to focus on something other than your own pain, all while doing good in your own community at the same time.”
Focus on fun. “Couples know that they need to enjoy lots of love-making in order to increase their chance of conception, but when it comes to making babies, not all lubricants are created equal,” explains Dr. Berman. “There is only one lubricant on the market which has an FDA-cleared formula and is recommended for fertility enhancement, and that is ToConcieve. Make the most of your holiday love-making with your spouse by using ToConcieve to support you on your fertility journey.”
ToConcieve was created by ob-gyns in conjunction with Callitas Health Inc. (CSE: LILY, OTCBB: MPHMF, FWB: T3F2). The fertility enhancing gel is unlike any other fertility product on the market in that it actually encourages the woman’s body to create more of her own lubricant, which in turn may increase the activation of sperm and the woman’s chances of pregnancy. Unlike every other lubricant on the market, ToConceive doesn’t just add chemical lubricants to a woman’s body, it actually encourages her to make more of her own natural lubricant which not only adds to her pleasure, but also may improve her chances of natural
DionyMed Holdings Inc. Announces THE CLOSING OF APPROXIMATELY c$35 MILLION OF PRIVATE PLACEMENT SUBSCRIPTION RECEIPTS AND Conditional Listing Approval by the CSE
Toronto, Ontario, November 23, 2018 – DionyMed Holdings Inc. (“DionyMed”), a multi-state cannabis brand and distribution platform, is pleased to announce that it has completed the previously announced private placement of subscription receipts (each, a “Subscription Receipt”) at a price of C$4.25 (the “Issue Price”) per Subscription Receipt for aggregate gross proceeds of approximately C$35,000,000 (the “Offering”).
Additionally, DionyMed Holdings Inc. and Sixonine Ventures Corp. (“Sixonine”) are pleased to announce that the Canadian Securities Exchange (the “CSE”) has provided conditional approval of the listing of the subordinate voting shares of Sixonine (the “Subordinate Voting Shares”) under the trading symbol “DYME”, which listing is anticipated to occur shortly following the completion of the previously announced business combination of Sixonine and DionyMed Holdings Inc. (the “RTO”). Upon completion of the RTO, Sixonine is to be renamed “DionyMed Brands Inc.” Sixonine following the RTO and name change is referred to as the “Company” or “DYME”.
“Our recent successful capital raise of approximately C$35 million and anticipated listing on the CSE are significant milestones in our company’s exciting narrative. We have grown from inception in 2017, to become one of the leading providers of branded products, distribution and direct to consumer services in the U.S. legal cannabis market,” commented Edward Fields, CEO of DionyMed. “Our anticipated listing on the CSE provides direct access for investors to participate in our rapidly growing legal cannabis story as we outpace our peers and expand across the United States.”
The listing of the Subordinate Voting Shares is subject to, among other things, satisfaction of the customary listing conditions of the CSE and the completion of the RTO as contemplated in the agreement dated October 2, 2018 between DionyMed and Sixonine. Subject to satisfaction of these and other conditions, a subsequent announcement will be made regarding the expected date for the commencement of trading.
A listing statement describing the Company, prepared in accordance with the policies of the CSE, will be made available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com. The information regarding the Company and the RTO in this press release is qualified in its entirety by reference to the more detailed disclosure included in the listing statement.
About DionyMed
Founded in 2017, DionyMed is a rapidly-growing, multi-state cannabis brands and distribution platform, supporting cultivators, manufacturers and award-winning brands in the medical and adult-use cannabis markets. DionyMed entered the cannabis industry in the vape cartridge manufacturing category and following California’s adult-use legalization in January 2018, expanded from manufacturing into distribution. DionyMed sells branded products in every category from flower to vape cartridges, concentrates and edibles. DionyMed serves more than 700 dispensaries and completes over 40,000 Direct-To-Consumer deliveries each month with its growing portfolio of products and brands.
