Heart & Lung Transplant Surgery Hospital in Hyderabad
Centre of Excellence for Heart & Lung Transplant, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad
The Centre at Yashoda Hospitals for Heart & Lung Transplants & Mechanical Circulatory Support Systems has qualified Cardio-Pulmonary Transplant surgeons, Transplant Pulmonologist, Cardiothoracic surgeons, Interventional Cardiologists, Interventional Pulmonologists and Transplant Anesthesiologists, Critical care specialists specialised in also recognised as one of the best in their respective fields.
The surgeries performed for Heart-Lung transplantation require proficiency and in-depth expertise in all aspects of care, right from the patient selection for organ transplantation, to organ retrieval, the transplant itself, pre & post inpatient care, equipment, infrastructure and a multidisciplinary team of specialists to achieve the best outcomes. Personalised Physiotherapy, Diet, Rehabilitation and Psychology services for the Transplant patients are provided to ensure the best patient outcomes. Lastly, to assist with all patient queries, logistics, accommodation, registration, doctor appointments and other services, a single point program coordinator is assigned who assists and coordinates all aspects of care from pre-transplant evaluation and workup to postoperative follow-up care management.
The centre provides evidence-based and patient-centric comprehensive care personalized to each patient. We aim to deliver the best outcomes for all our patients. We also believe that we have assembled one of the finest teams of medical practitioners and ancillary staff from around the world with world-class infrastructure at your service.
The department is prominent in India for the state of the art infrastructure and globally renowned transplant surgeons. The hospital houses dedicated ICUs for Heart & Lung transplants. They provide comprehensive services including logistics support for Air Ambulance Services, multidisciplinary post-operative care for all patients including Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and 24/7 emergency services.
Technology & Facilities
Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad takes immense pride in being the pioneer of bringing advanced technology to the patients for the treatment of various heart & lung transplant surgeries.
The advanced technology include Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices (MCS) such as:
- Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
- Right Ventricular Assist Device (RVAD)
- Bi-ventricular Assist Devices (BiVAD)
- Artificial Heart
Our facilities include:
- World class Heart & Lung Transplant team
- India’s only fully qualified DM Transplant Pulmonologist .
- Best interventional Pulmonary, Transplant Cardiology, Heart Failure, and EP services in the country with 24/7 availability.
- Eminent Critical Care, Anaesthesia and Transplant Cardio-thoracic team .
- Best in class Transplant infrastructure with fore dedicated OTs and post-operative recovery rooms with laminar air flow and Hepa Filters .
- Comprehensive multidisciplinary approach.
- Logistical support including air ambulance service for national or international transfer and retrieval of patients.
- Dedicated transplant coordination team to support patients 24/7 and to facilitate all logistical and clinical care requirements.
What is a combined heart-lung transplant?
A combined Heart-Lung transplantation is a rare and major surgical procedure which is performed for patients with diseased heart and lungs. During this procedure, a person’s diseased heart and lungs are replaced with that of a recently deceased (dead) donor. This procedure aims to extend or improve the quality of life for candidates suitable for the organ transplants.
How common are heart-lung transplants?
The fact is that the availability of suitable donors is very limited and medical intervention remains essential for the treatment of many patients. This means that a successful donation can only go forward if the donor and recipient are in relative geographic proximity.
Why is heart-lung transplant necessary?
Heart and lungs coordinate with each other and healthcare professionals generally use the term ‘Cardiothoracic’ to describe this close association. While the heart and lungs work together to pump oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body, our body’s cells use this oxygen for energy. The oxygen-poor blood is then pumped back to the lungs and this process commences again.
Can an individual get a heart and lung transplant at the same time?
A heart-lung transplantation is a major surgery performed to replace a person’s diseased heart and lungs with those of a donor. It is offered to individuals with both heart and lung failure when all the other treatment options fail.
What are the contraindications of heart-lung transplant?
Absolute contraindications for a heart-lung transplant include:
- Age over 65 years with other serious health condition
- Blood poisoning (septicaemia)
- Having an incurable form of cancer
- Over alcohol or drug consumption
- Having a mental health condition, such as schizophrenia
Relative contraindications for a heart-lung transplant include:
- Having HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C
- Being obese
- Having severe diabetes that has caused damage to the organs, or having severe osteoporosis
What are the risks following a heart-lung transplant?
One of the biggest risks after having a heart-lung transplant is that the body will reject the new heart and lungs despite taking immunosuppressants.
There are two types of organ rejection:
- Acute rejection – rejection after the surgery
- Chronic rejection – rejection occurs within months or years after the surgery


Floss or not to floss is the hardest and most existential question out there. Just kidding hehehe.
Let’s talk about floss baby, let’s talk about what it can be, let’s talk about all the things that it can kill… lets talk about flossssss (insert Salt-N-Pepa music).
Let’s start with basics of biofilm, tooth decay and gum disease.
What are we exactly removing by brushing and flossing?
Brushing and flossing removes biofilm off the surface of the teeth that accumulates after eating, drinking and with normal cell turn over. Studies show that biofilm also accumulates even if we don’t ingest anything. That’s probably because of the accumulation of dead cells from typical and normal cell turnover in the mouth (This is for all of you that wonder why I still have a job even when you brush and floss properly & well).
Biofilm is also called plaque. This film is a complex matrix of microbes, their byproducts (poop) and acid. There are billions of different kinds of microbes in a spec of biofilm. Biofilm is so complex that is the toughest substance to ever get rid of. It leads to gum inflammation and disease, and formation of calculus aka tartar.
Why do we need to brush and floss this biofilm off? Because it is like a sponge. It absorbs more acid and more bacteria leading to gum disease, tooth decay and already mentioned calculus / tartar formation.
If not removed regularly, within 24-48 hours, biofilm matures and can cause inflammation of the gums. After 72 hours, with the help of minerals in saliva and food, biofilm starts to harden. That’s when you need to come and see one of your Floss Bosses for teeth cleaning to help you with your oral care.
What removes this biofilm?
Simple action of the tongue, cheek and lip muscles is the primary cleaning tool of our mouth. Next time you eat, observe what you do while & after you consume your food.
A lot of us also brush our teeth. Tooth brushing removes about 50% of the plaque. Thank you Egyptians, Babylonians and Chinese for inventing a toothbrush.
If brushing removes 50% of the biofilm, what happens to the rest? It lingers, and it festers, causing breakdown of the soft tissue around the tooth, gum disease (jawbone decay), and tooth decay.
There are number of significant surfaces that are not accessible by the toothbrush. These are the areas that are more prone to bacterial inflammation. They are safe, moist and with less or complete lack of oxygen. These spots attract the bad guys (gum disease bacteria hate oxygen).
When did we start using floss? Once upon a time, circa 1815, a New Orleans dentist began advising his patients to use a thin silk thread to clean between their teeth.
Flossing targets the hidden areas around the tooth minimizing risk of gum disease, tooth decay, sensitivity and bad breath. With this comes the systemic reward. Flossing minimizes the microbial burden on your overall health. You won’t drop dead from these bacteria but they do slowly poison your body. There are numerous links between gum disease, heart disease, lung disease, cancers, Alzheimers etc
Teeth are not just for chewing. They are for talking, smiling, socializing and being able to enjoy all the foods, drinks and whatever else life has to offer.
How to floss
You’ll need about a foot of floss.
- Wrap the floss around your MIDDLE FINGERs. Use your index finer and thumb to pinch an inch. That’s the inch you will use in between the teeth.
- The floss has to hug the tooth in a C shape way, so it can actually go beyond the gum line, deep into the pocket.
- The floss doesn’t just go in between the teeth but against each surface of the tooth.
- It is important to start on one end of lower or upper jaw and continue in a regular fashion as to not miss any areas.
- Also, make sure you go up and down at least 4x before moving on to another surface. Therefore, in between 2 teeth, you have to go up and down 8x, 4x per surface.
6.Leave your floss everywhere around the house so you won’t forget to floss.
Check out my video on the flossing demo.
For all you non-flossers. There is good news. At Floss Bosses, we have an interdental toothbrush called Curaprox. It is the ultimate boss if you don’t like flossing. It removes biofilm and prevents / treats inflammation. With a special probe, we measure your interdental space and fit you with your own Curaprox Brush. Check it out below.
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Robin Belsky Gold '81
In a nutshell, what's the nature of your work?
I counsel patients in an outpatient setting. I work with people who are pregnant or planning pregnancies, regarding their chances of having a child with a birth defect. I also talk to people with cancer or a family history of cancer, to discuss genetic testing options for their own treatment purposes and to provide information for their children and the rest of the family. Additionally, I help train students in genetic-counseling graduate programs at Wayne State University and the University of Michigan.
What have been some defining moments of your career?
I think not getting into medical school turned out to be the best thing that ever happened. I love what I am doing, and not working physician hours has been important to me and my family. Many patients have left an imprint on me over almost twenty-five years in genetic counseling. I have helped some through pregnancies when we knew their baby would not survive, and counseled others as they made very difficult decisions regarding their pregnancies. Some of my cancer patients have not developed cancer or were diagnosed early and cured because they had genetic counseling and learned their various medical management options.
What developments in your field will have the greatest impact on the careers of students in the sciences?
The mapping of the human genome, and the techniques that allowed that to happen, have opened up an entire new world of testing options. There has been exponential growth, and it's changed the field of genetic counseling for the better.
What advice would you offer Skidmore students in the sciences?
Study hard and get good grades—the professional competition is fierce. Also, take advantage of opportunities to develop relationships with professors and assist them with their research, which can be helpful in getting into graduate school.
Robin was a biology major at Skidmore College. She is now a genetic counselor at Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center in Dearborn, Massachusetts. This profile originally appeared in Scope Quarterly Winter 2008.


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If your child has the congenital form of microcephaly — arising before birth — it might be possible to detect the condition with a prenatal ultrasound during the third trimester of pregnancy. Microcephaly is usually not obvious until the third trimester.
If your child has microcephaly that involves some degree of learning disability or other impairment, your clinician may suggest one of the following tests:
If a genetic cause of microcephaly is suspected, your clinician may also suggest genetic testing.
We are grateful to have been ranked #1 on U.S. News & World Report's list of the best children's hospitals in the nation for the third year in a row, an honor we could not have achieved without the patients and families who inspire us to do our very best for them. Thanks to you, Boston Children's is a place where we can write the greatest children's stories ever told.”


I'm giving paleo a second attempt and have a few new symptoms. Sometime last year I gave it my first go and went from 273 to 225 lbs. Fell off the bandwagon around the holidays as a "treat" and started again a week ago. Started at 219 and now I'm down to 211.
I think I've been in ketosis for a bit now. I'm definitely under 25g carbs a day. At home I make meals I can prepare in bulk like chili (20% fat ground beef, carrots, zucchini, onions, garlic, olive oil, spices) and when I go out I'll order a steak and substitute the sides with steamed or sauteed vegetables.
My concern is that I'm not eating enough. I'd consider it a lucky day if I can get down 800 calories. Some days it's in the 300 range. I just force down what I can. If I add in any type of work out sometimes I end the day with negative calories. Food itself doesn't make me nauseous but drinking a lot of water does. I try to drink 3-4 liters a day. No matter how little I put down I feel "full" after very few bites.
Here's what I'm experiencing:
Muscle Fatigue - After two or three jabs on the heavy bag my arm feels ready to fall off.
Insomnia - Even with cannabis I'm having an incredibly hard time falling asleep. When I do it's for 3-4 hours and I'm up for the rest of the day.
Elevated Heart-rate - I typically sit around 50-60 but lately I've been measuring at 80+.
I have a tremendous amount of stress in my life right now. It's not the type you can cure through a long walk or meditation. Sometime in the next week I'll be leaving the state to try and escape the negative influences around me. Yes, it's that bad. My blood pressure has gone up from 110/70 to 140/90 lately and has been giving me severe nosebleeds. I'm sure the insomnia and elevated heart-rate are more so from this than anything else.
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at 12:28 AM
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on March 29, 2014
at 10:56 AM
Thanks guys. I'll seek some medical advice. I knew something was wrong because I LOVE food. How I got so big in the first place...eating 2-3 fast food meals or a whole pizza as a serving.
on March 29, 2014
at 10:46 AM
See a doctor. Listen to the advice you're given. Follow it.
If I eat under 2000 calories I have trouble sleeping. My stomach is empty and I get ravenous. I can't imagine what 800 calories a day would feel like.
on March 29, 2014
at 10:23 AM
At 300-800 calories you're in nutritional starvation, past the point of ketosis. You're not eating carbs or much fats, running on beef protein.. then going at a heavy bag and smoking weed? Obviously your heart rate is going to be elevated and you're going to feel fatigued. Lack of sleep will jack your BP and heart rate up considerably.
Double to triple the food.
(hell, at 300 calories, I consume 7-8 times that amount of food energy when I'm active. I've seen Peter Attia report 3300-3600 calories per day, which is 5-12 times more food than you're eating.)
4 liters of water seems like a lot for that tiny amount of food. If you dilute your electrolytes out of balance, your muscles will feel sore. It can take upwards of a month for your muscles to learn to use ketones / fatty acids, so if you're just starting out, that might explain some soreness.


J Pablo Salvador
1CIBER de Bioingeniería, Biomateriales y Nanomedicina (CIBER-BBN)
J Pablo Salvador completed his PhD in Chemistry from the University of Barcelona in year 2007. Currently he’s joined a permanent position contracted by CIBER-BBN. His PhD was focused in the production of antibodies and development of immunochemical techniques for the detection of anabolic steroids. After 2007, he became a Research Associate carrying out investigations in biosensor area based in fluorescence and plasmonic transduction for different applications, clinical, food safety and environmental control. He has been co-author of about 20 publications and is responsible for some national and European funded projects.
A high-throughput screening (HTS) immunochemical method for the measurement of plasmatic levels of oral anticoagulants (OAC) is presented. Oral anticoagulant therapy (OAT) such as acenocoumarol (ACL), warfarin (W) and phenprocoumon (PPC) is prescribed to prevent deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction and stroke. About 2 % of the population is estimated to be under OAT which expenditures were about $ 144 million in 2011. The main problem associated to OAT is related to the narrow therapeutic window of these drugs and to the unpredictable dose-response relationship, thus, is one of the causes for visiting the emergency room at the hospitals. We present the production of specific antibodies for W, ACL and PPC, and their use to establish an ELISA. The immunochemical method developed is able to accurately quantify these OACs in plasma samples at concentration in the nanomolar range. The ELISA has been used to measure the plasmatic levels of patients under OAT efficiently, accurately in short period of time. Moreover, the high-quality of the antibodies produced allows envisaging the possibility to develop a point-of-care (PoC) device to assist on the patient compliance assessment programs. Therefore, a microfluidic system has been developed and merged with the bio reagents to achieve proof-of-principle for a disposable device that could help clinicians monitor patients under OAT. The read-out of the device is based on fluorescent labels that can be easily read with a scanner. The system was tested in order to have a robust and reproducible signal and subsequently an accurate result.
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Losing weight is a big problem for many especially since our busy lifestyles tend to make us put exercise as the last priority. In order to be able to keep your weight under control, you should make it a point to be more aware of your food intake because the less fat inducing junk food you put into your body, the less work you have to do to get rid of the excess fat. Granted there are fat burning supplements that help you with that but by simply following these five simple tips, you make it so much easier for yourself to keep your weight down.
Eat Fruit Instead Of Candy
Instead of reaching for that sugary snack, grab an apple or an orange. The natural sugars will satisfy your desire for sweets and at the same time you'll be getting essential vitamins and minerals to help give you energy throughout the day and assist you in losing weight fast.
Drink Water Instead Of Soda
Another pitfall along the path of good eating is soda that is a major roadblock to your quickest way to lose weight. You may want to indulge, but what your body really needs is water. Soda is full of empty calories, and it also contains caffeine, which is a de-hydrant. This can have many nasty effects on your body, and should really be avoided it you're serious about dieting.
Eat Natural Instead Of Processed Foods
Most processed foods have fat and sodium levels that are just plain ridiculous. These foods need to be avoided in favor of more whole foods such as potatoes, brown rice and oats. By including more whole grains and less processed foods in your diet, you will be more successful in burning that fat and losing that weight.
Eat The Right Type Of Fats
Fat tends to get a lot of bad press, but not all fats are bad for you. The largest group of these fats are the omega fatty acids, which can be found in such foods as olive oil and fresh fish. Eating omega fatty acids has many benefits, including boosting your immune system, healthier hair and healthier nails.
Avoid Eating While Watching Television
Studies have shown that 73% of North Americans eat their meal while watching television. Think about it, are you part of the statistic? If you are, you should consider turning off that television! This way you can enjoy your meal, take your time and appreciate the food. By eating too quickly, you increase the likelihood that you are going to overindulge, and before you know it your favorite pair of pants is just a memory.
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For most, taking a shower is something mundane - but not if you have an adjustable showerhead. So what's the big deal? Taking shower is just more than cleansing your body because with the right showerhead, it becomes a cleansing ritual for the mind as well. This is no exaggeration. With advancements in design and technology, shower accessories are not only stylishly crafted, their function has also been taken to a higher level with many additional water sprays that deliver massaging effects. Some are designed to simulate rainfall with rainfall showerheads while others have dual spray capabilities. In fact, many spas use specially designed showerheads to render water massages as a form of therapeutic healing and cleansing. The whole effect is soothing and relaxing, giving the mind and body a whole new feeling of rejuvenation. That is something that is becoming increasingly sought after in our high-stress society.


Although colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, there is new data that suggests that a large majority of these cases could be treated, and possibly even cured, with a compound in marijuana known as cannabigerol or CBG.
While this particular cannabinoid does not receive as much press as some others, like THC or CBD, its non-psychoactive properties have been credited with the relief of symptoms associated with glaucoma and irritable bowel syndrome. However, in a recent study by the National Institute of Health, the federal agency that mostly conducts cannabis research to determine its negative qualities rather than its benefits, found that cannabigerol was effective in slowing the progression of colon cancer.
“Cannabigerol (CBG) is a safe non-psychotropic Cannabis-derived cannabinoid which interacts with specific targets involved in carcinogenesis [the creation of cancer cells]“, wrote the study authors. “Here, we investigated whether CBG protects against colon tumorigenesis.”
The study, which was published in a recent edition of the Oxford journal Carcinogenesis, details the effects of cannabigerol on the progression of developing colon cancer cells. Researchers found that when tested on animals “CBG inhibited the growth of xenograft tumors as well as chemically-induced colon carcinogenesis. CBG hampers colon cancer progression in vivo and selectively inhibits the growth of colorectal cancer cells.”
It is worth mentioning that cannabigerol is found more in industrial hemp than in strains of marijuana cultivated for their psychoactive properties. In fact, hemp can contain as much as 94 percent CBG, while maintaining a level of THC as low as 0.001 percent. Because of this, cannabigerol is not a scheduled substance under the United Nations anti-drug treaty known as the Convention on Psychotropic Substances of 1971.
Researchers conclude that cannabigerol “should be considered translationally in colorectal cancer prevention and cure.” This could be good news for the more than 50,000 people The American Cancer Society estimates will die from colon cancer in 2014.
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Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) accounting for 5% to 7% of all lymphomas. Its prognosis ranges from indolent disease that does not require treatment for years to very aggressive disease, which is associated with poor survival (Silkenstedt et al, 2021). Typically, MCL is diagnosed at advanced stage and in older patients who cannot tolerate intensive therapy (NCCN, 2022). Although recent advances have slightly increased remission rates, recurrence and relapse remain very common, leading to a median overall survival between 3 and 6 years (LLS, 2021). Though there are several effective options, progress is still needed towards establishing an accepted frontline approach for MCL (Castellino et al, 2022). Treatment selection and management of MCL are complicated by the heterogeneity of prognosis, advanced age and comorbidities of patients, and lack of an established standard approach for treatment, making it vital that clinicians be familiar with the latest research and advances in this area. In this activity chaired by Michael Wang, MD, Professor in the Department of Lymphoma & Myeloma at MD Anderson Cancer Center, expert faculty will discuss prognostic factors informing treatment, the promising results of recent trials in new therapeutic approaches, and the implications of treatment resistance in therapeutic selection for MCL.
Hematology/oncology fellows, attending faculty, and other health care professionals involved in the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL).
- Identify clinical and biological prognostic factors that can guide treatment decision making for older adults with MCL
- Evaluate emerging data on targeted therapeutic approaches for treatment-naive and relapsed/refractory MCL and their applicability to older adults
- Assess mechanisms of resistance to targeted therapies for MCL and their implications for treatment selection
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A Growing Problem
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), contaminants of emerging concern (CECs), which include pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), are increasingly being found in US surface water and leachate – contaminated liquid generated from water percolating through a solid waste disposal site. These biologically active drugs and personal care product chemicals are coming from a growing number of sources and now exist in the environment in concerning concentrations – concentrations that could potentially harm drinking water and plant life, as well as surrounding human communities. Couple this with Baby Boomers’ escalating patient pool of chronic diseases and the growing number of medications being used to treat them, and it’s no wonder that increasing attention is being paid to how, when and where pharmacies are disposing of pharmaceutical waste.
Classifications of Pharmaceutical Waste
Depending on its chemical properties and risk to people and/or the environment, pharmaceutical waste can be classified as either hazardous or non-hazardous, as determined by the EPA’s Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Disposal of these products is regulated by the EPA and must follow established criteria and procedures. EPA regulations do not require non-RCRA pharmaceutical waste to be treated as hazardous; however, it is considered best practice for pharmacies to properly dispose of all pharmaceutical waste, regardless of classification.
There are three categories of RCRA hazardous pharmaceutical waste: P-listed products; U-listed products; and/or products found to be toxic based on their characteristics. Chemicals in these wastes must be either 100 percent pure or the sole active ingredient in a given product. Examples of each hazardous category include the following:
- Prescription nicotine patches and e-cigarettes, including packaging and drug remnants
- Arsenic trioxide
- Physostigmine salicylate
- Diethylstilbestrol (DES)
Characteristic Waste, also known as D-List Waste:
- Drugs that are ignitable – such as alcohol-based cough syrups and aerosol cans with flammable propellants
- Corrosive drugs — like glutaraldehyde, drugs preserved in nitric acid and bases used as compounding chemicals
- Reactive drugs — including waste that interacts negatively with other chemicals as indicated on a drug’s Safety Data Sheet
- Toxic drugs — containing toxic chemicals such as selenium, silver, mercury, chloroform, arsenic, cadmium, chromium, barium, lindane, or m-cresol in specific concentrations.
DEA Controlled Pharmaceutical Waste
Drugs that are highly addictive, regularly abused or toxic when accidentally taken in high doses are regulated by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and considered controlled substance drug waste. Typically, they are prescription/pharmaceutical drugs.
As defined by the RCRA, what is considered non-hazardous pharmaceutical waste is not necessarily harmless if it enters the environment. Consequently, it requires careful handling and safe, specific disposal practices(3). Some examples of non-hazardous pharmaceutical waste include:
- Over-the-counter medications
- Over-the-counter nicotine replacement therapies, in certain states
- Endocrine-disrupting compounds
- P- and U-listed wastes in which the listed chemicals are not the sole active ingredient
- Drugs OSHA lists as toxic even though the RCRA does not
Disposal Practices, Past and Present
Prior to 2019, pharmacies were able to dispose of hazardous waste pharmaceuticals by “sewering” or flushing them down the drain. Now with the 2019 EPA Final Rule, drain disposal is prohibited. In addition, pharmacies must register with U.S. EPA, provide training to staff, appropriately label containers and segregate listed or characteristically hazardous (toxic, flammable, reactive, or corrosive) pharmaceuticals from unlisted, non-hazardous materials. Because complying with hazardous waste regulations can be both challenging and expensive, many pharmacies opt to use medical waste disposal services to save time and resources while staying within the law.
Similarly, for non-hazardous, non-controlled pharmaceuticals, EPA recommends that pharmacies send the pharmaceuticals to a reverse distributor for potential credit and proper disposal. Non-hazardous pharmaceutical waste should not be sewered, but rather should be disposed of in a solid waste landfill or incinerated in a solid waste incinerator, in accordance with all state and/or local environmental regulations.
DEA controlled substance waste can only be transferred to DEA-registered reverse distributors for eventual incineration.
Innovative Disposal Approaches
One option for disposing of your pharmaceutical waste is the Pharma Logistics PharmaWaste program. Send your pharmacy’s non-hazardous pharmaceutical waste disposal in conjunction with its reverse distribution services for a singular solution to both creditable and non-creditable pharmaceutical products.
Non-hazardous products accepted include repackaged medications, compound pharmaceuticals, IV solutions bags and loose pills.


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There’s nothing worse than having your life interrupted by a visit to the emergency room for an injury. Not only do you feel more pain than you can bear, but the E.R. visit is probably going to cost you big bucks, depending on your health insurance. Then there are those nagging injuries that don’t necessarily require a visit to the hospital or doctor’s office. That’s why many Nevadans go to the internet to search for information regarding these common injuries.
Many Nevadans Search The Internet For Relief Of Common Injuries
To be honest, my wife will search for treatments for any medical condition on the web. She’s trying to curb herself from doing this for every little sniffle, cough, or stomach upset. But she probably looks something up on the internet every day. There’s so much information out there these days, it’s difficult to avoid doing internet searches for whatever is bothering you at the time.
The main problem you encounter when doing an internet search on a disease or illness is that your symptoms could be the result of anything from a common cold to a death sentence. Generally, you end up feeling worse after learning that your symptoms could be disastrous. Not all the information on the web is valuable.
However, when you’re trying to find a way to relieve the pain of a nagging injury, there may be treatments available for which you don’t have to visit the doctor. And that’s why many Nevadans are performing internet searches by the thousands each month for common injuries.
I know we’ve looked up treatments for sprained ankles and wrists and how best to treat them. All the bumps and bruises I get from blocking slapshots playing hockey don’t require a visit to the E.R. But sometimes we do search for the best way to treat those athletic injuries.
In fact, the five most common injury internet searches Nevadans are performing can be attributed to athletics or their jobs. Experts from Phoenix, Arizona injury attorneys HutzlerLaw.com conducted this study of nagging ailments Nevadans are searching for most often on Google. Scroll down to find out which common injuries are in the top five.


Useful properties of cabbage
Useful properties of cabbage — assistance throughout the body
Since childhood, we know that cabbage is a valuable and useful product. Vegetables are generally extremely beneficial to the body, but Kale stands out even from them. Why? What is so useful cabbage?
Cabbage is one vegetable that does not lose its useful properties when pickling.
Useful properties of cabbage
Useful properties of cabbage help to rid the body of harmful toxins. Particularly valuable components of cabbage are sulfur and chlorine, as well as a large amount of iodine in its composition. The combination of the first two elements helps to cleanse the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines, and it is particularly important that such a combination can only be found in cabbage. Also especially valuable cabbage juice, drink it fresh and without added salt. Of course, cabbage juice cannot be called the most delicious, it is bitter, but it can help you get rid of developing in the body infections, to heal the ulcer and other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
Of course, despite all the beneficial properties of cabbage, no need to make its main product in our diet because excessive consumption can cause improper functioning of the thyroid gland and even cause various diseases.
Earlier in Russia cabbage called second bread and there are my reasons. Cabbage – a real storehouse of minerals and vitamins. Useful properties of cabbage help to activate all metabolic processes in the body, increase resistance to nervousness and stress. contribute to the production of red blood cells and cell growth. Useful properties of cabbage affect the rejuvenation of tissues, lower cholesterol in the blood, regulating the metabolism of fat cells, strengthens the walls of blood vessels and heart muscle, as well as improve immunity.
Cabbage is one vegetable that does not lose its useful properties when pickling and more, she gets additional quality. For example, sauerkraut is a source of vitamins of group B. Vitamin B6 helps to digest proteins, so should eat sauerkraut as a side dish to meat. Vitamin B12 contributes to the oxygen supply of cells, good health and mood, clarity of thinking and the formation of bone and muscle tissue. Also cabbage is useful to the content of nicotinic acid, which is responsible for the Shine and strength of nails. Also, this product is valuable in magnesium, iron, potassium and zinc.
Medicinal properties of cabbage
When constipation it is recommended to eat fresh cabbage, as it contains nevereverever material, which has a stimulating effect on the bowels. Raw cabbage, you can add salt and pepper and lemon juice. A tool that has long been tested and works almost immediately.
In ulcer of the stomach and duodenum also useful useful properties of cabbage, or rather its juice. It contains vitamin U or methionine, which is intended to deal with this kind of diseases. By heat treatment of food this vitamin is destroyed, so the cabbage juice should be freshly squeezed. this tea should be taken at 90-180g 3 times a day before meals. You can add to cabbage juice, celery, citrus, pineapple or tomato juice. Also cabbage juice can be cooled before use. If you have no blender or juicer, you can just chew on cabbage leaves 4-5 times a day.
In skin diseases the beneficial properties of cabbage is really indispensable. In particular, cabbage leaves as compresses help to get rid of the infection in the wound, skin rashes, blisters and ulcers, it also applies to psoriasis. Cabbage leaves can be applied to the burnt skin and carbuncles. Also cabbage leaves are applied for relieving the pain in the buttocks with regular injections. It is best to take the upper leaves, green and thick, they are best suited for compresses. Before use they should be rinsed under warm water and wipe dry. Then the leaves need to put on the gauze or linen cloth and on top of the wrap with a bandage. Keep compress can to days, to change color, and drying the sheets need to be changed.
In obesity the beneficial properties of cabbage is also useful. The fact that cabbage contains very valuable acid, which prevents carbohydrates to turn into fat, but it has a serious impact on weight loss.
Useful properties of cabbage is hard to overestimate. This vegetable is truly unique. The consumption of at least 100g of cabbage a day will strengthen your immune system and prevent toxins and impurities cause harm to your body.


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When Should You Throw Away Memory Foam Pillows?
In order to know when you should throw away your memory foam pillow, you need to know what they are made of. Memory foam pillows are usually made from polyurethane, which is a type of plastic that releases hydrocarbons when it breaks down. Memory foam pillows have been found to contain cancer-causing agents called phthalates. They also contain toxic chemicals like formaldehyde and benzene. This article will go through the lifespan of a memory foam pillow and how it affects your health.
How long does a memory foam pillow last?
Memory foam pillows are not made to last forever. They are built to be used and discarded after a few years. Memory foam pillows may last anywhere from five to twenty years, but it all depends on how you maintain and clean your pillow. Memory foam pillows are just not meant for everyday use. They should not be washed in the washing machine, should not be microwaved or put in the dryer, and should only be placed on a firm surface. Memory foam pillows last as long as you keep it clean and in good working condition. I can guarantee that if your pillow is made well, you will be getting at least five years of use from it. I always recommend washing your pillow at least once every three months and that you only use your pillow for sleeping and not to sit on or lay on. I recommend that you purchase a cover for your pillow to prolong its life and to make it look nice. Memory foam pillows are great, but they need to be treated right.
How long are Memory Foam Pillows Good for?
Memory foam pillows are typically good for a few years, but this depends on the quality of the pillow. In general, a memory foam pillow is designed to support your neck and head as you sleep. If you notice that your pillow develops a sinking effect or if it loses its ability to be molded, then it’s time to replace it. If you are not very careful when buying memory foam pillows, you can get a cheap pillow that doesn’t last very long.
Unlike other types of pillows, memory foam is a lot like a bean bag chair that you can use both at home and away. It is made of special foam that molds to your body as you sleep. The best memory foam pillow is designed to support your neck and head as you sleep. Choosing the Right Pillow for You Can Be Difficult. If you notice that your pillow develops a sinking feeling, or if you are sleeping with a pillow that feels as though it is slipping off of you while you sleep, this could be an indication that the pillow is too small. The pillow should be firm enough to support your neck and head, yet soft enough to give you the right amount of comfort.
When buying a pillow, the size of the pillow that you buy will play an important role in your comfort. The rule about large is that it depends on you. If you have a small frame, opt for the more compact pillow that can compress to fit your body. If you have a large frame, opt for the firmer pillow that can enhance your sleep. Let your body be the judge of what type of pillow you should buy. If you need a pillow that allows for quick repositioning, then you should buy a foam pillow. If you are the type that does not like to be on the verge of falling off the pillow, then you should buy a feather or down pillow. If you are not sure about your preference, then you should buy both types of pillows and see which one you like by testing them out. You can also ask a friend to test the pillow on which you sleep better. Pillows should not only be comfortable, but also guarantee a good night of sleep. If they are uncomfortable to you, then you will not be able to sleep well.
What to Do When the Memory Foam Pillow Stops Sticking Together
If you’ve had your pillow for a while and it’s starting to lose its shape, it might be time to throw it out. You can prolong the life of your pillow by storing it away in the winter when the air is dryer. However, if you’re not careful about how you take care of it, it’s likely you’ll need to replace your pillow every 2-3 years. Memory Foam Pillow Review – Does It Really Work? Memory foam is a great option for Americans with back and neck pain, but it’s not the only pillow available. You can also opt for a gel or hybrid pillow, or get a different type of pillow altogether. Here are two memory foam pillow reviews, side by side, to help you decide which one is right for you. Sleepsia Pillow Memory Foam Gel Pillow Review (Top Choice) it’s hard to find a better memory foam pillow than Sleepsia. The pillow is made from thick, high-density foam, which is designed to naturally contour to any type of sleeper. The gel in the foam helps it maintain its shape and stay cool, and it’s incredibly comfortable. If you’re in the market for a memory foam pillow, you can’t do better than Sleepsia.
The Stages of Memory Foam Pillow Disintegration
There are three stages of disintegration that a pillow will experience before it should be discarded. The first stage is called the “comfortable” stage, and this is when you notice your pillow becoming a little squishier. This is a normal sign of aging and one that many people will overlook. The second stage is called the “painful” stage, and this is when your pillow becomes very flattened at the head end. You must decide if you want to keep using it or not, but if your answer is yes then you should invest in a new pillow for side sleepers. The third stage of disintegration is when your pillow is so flat that it cannot be used anymore and must be discarded. Pillows should last at least three years, so if yours is ready to be replaced then you should invest in a new one. If you have severe back issues, you may want to opt for a memory foam pillow. These pillows are designed to be able to support a person’s head and neck, which helps them maintain natural positioning.
Pillows are a great investment and something that should be used consistently. However, there are many options for pillow types that cater to different sleep stages and sleeping positions. If you have the money, go with a pillow that can be used for all stages. If you are strapped for cash, consider investing in two types of pillows. One that is placed under the head and neck to support the weight of your body, and another pillow for your lower back.
What Happens When You Throw Away a Memory Foam Pillow?
Memory foam pillows usually last an average of 5 years before they start breaking down and require replacing. When a pillow breaks down, it becomes less dense and loses its ability to contour to the shape of your head and neck. This results in poor sleep quality, as well as stiffness and pain when waking up in the morning. The average cost of a new pillow is Rs 1350, but the more you beat it down, the less effective it becomes and the more likely you are to replace it. In comparison, if you buy a pillow that is built to last, it will retain its shape and contour much better. It’s not uncommon to find pillows that are more than 20 years old and still in great condition.
Why Is A Foam Pillow More Comfortable?
Foam pillows are more comfortable than memory foam pillows because they can contour easily to your head and neck. Because they are made of foam, they can also be easily washed and sanitized, so there’s little chance of your mattress being infested with bacteria or allergens. Whether you are a side or back sleeper, an egg-shaped pillow will provide enough support for your head without interfering with your neck. Foam pillows are also safer than memory foam pillows. Memory foam is known to cause allergic reactions, with around one in six people being affected. The only way to be certain that you are not allergic to foam is to experience it for yourself.
Memory foam pillows are expensive, so it can be tempting to hang onto them until they disintegrate. This is not the best idea because increased wear and tear will result in decreased performance. You should replace your memory foam pillow if you notice these symptoms:
– The pillow just doesn’t seem as supportive as it once did
– The pillow is lumpy or uneven
– The pillow starts to smell


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Breast cancer treatment
The majority of breast cancers are treated successfully. Most breast cancers require a combination of treatments. Almost all patients will undergo surgery of the breast and possibly the lymph nodes.
Systemic therapy refers to medications that treat the entire body. Even if there are no signs that the breast cancer has spread, systemic therapy is prescribed for the majority of patients with an invasive breast cancer in order to reduce the odds it will come back and to improve survival.
Radiation treatments are given after surgery to reduce the odds of cancer reappearing in the breast, surrounding tissue, or surrounding lymph nodes. There are many exciting new targeted therapies for breast cancer, including immunotherapies.
Breast cancer treatments personalized for you
Breast cancer treatments are personalized taking into account the stage of your cancer, the type of breast cancer you have, what the best sequence of treatment will be, and also considering your personal preferences.
Because there are so many factors to consider, treatment for breast cancer can vary greatly from person to person. Your multidisciplinary team of breast cancer specialists will discuss the best combination of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, hormone therapy, or new immunotherapy approaches to treat or control your cancer.
Surgery, performed by a surgical oncologist who specializes in removal of breast cancer through an operation, is often, but not always, the initial treatment for breast cancer. Surgical options include:
Mastectomy. A mastectomy is a complete removal of the breast. There are different types of mastectomy including a simple or total mastectomy, skin-sparing mastectomy, and nipple-sparing mastectomy. The type of mastectomy is determined based on location and extent of the cancer in the breast, as well as your breast size and whether or not you choose to have breast reconstruction.
Partial mastectomy (also called a lumpectomy). A partial mastectomy or lumpectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the breast cancer along with a surrounding margin of healthy breast tissue while preserving the majority of your healthy breast tissue. A lumpectomy surgery is typically an outpatient procedure with a shorter recovery than a mastectomy. Importantly, likelihood of curing your cancer is the same, whether the surgery is a lumpectomy or a mastectomy. Most patients who have a lumpectomy will require radiation treatments to the breast after their surgery.
Sentinel node biopsy. The sentinel lymph nodes are the lymph nodes in the armpit where breast cancer is most likely to spread IF it travels out of the breast. Most patients have 1-3 sentinel nodes. At the time of the breast surgery, the surgeon will inject a low dose radiation called Tc-99 in addition to a blue dye into the affected breast. The lymph circulation transports the Tc-99 and the dye to the sentinel nodes. A small incision is made in the armpit and the surgeon can find the nodes that have been labeled. These nodes are removed and sent for testing to look for spread of cancer. If the sentinel nodes are negative, this confirms an early localized breast cancer. If the sentinel node(s) show signs of cancer, additional treatments after surgery will be considered. In most cases, no further surgery is needed to remove more lymph nodes.
Axillary lymph node dissection. This is a surgical procedure to remove the majority of lymph nodes in the armpit when cancer has been found to have spread from the breast to the armpit nodes. Typically, 15-20 nodes are removed but the total number will vary from patient to patient. This procedure can cause long-term side effects including numbness on the back of the arm and hand and/or arm swelling. Our specialists may recommend getting systemic therapy before surgery with the goal of clearing cancer out of the lymph nodes so that and axillary dissection can be avoided.
Reconstructive surgery. Rebuilds the shape of the breast after a mastectomy. This may be done during the mastectomy or later, depending on your needs and your doctor’s recommendation.
DIEP flap reconstructive surgery. Uses fat and skin from your lower abdomen to create a new breast mound after a mastectomy.
Chemotherapy uses drugs that slow down, damage, or kill cancer cells. It may involve single drugs or combinations of drugs taken intravenously or by mouth. Chemotherapy is often taken in cycles lasting three or four weeks each. Your team may also prescribe drugs to reduce or eliminate chemotherapy’s side effects.
Radiation therapy (radiotherapy) uses X-rays and other types of medical radiation aimed at specific parts of the body. The radiation kills cancer cells, prevents cancer cells from developing or recurring, and improves many of cancer’s symptoms. For certain cancers, radiation therapy is combined with chemotherapy and called chemo-radiotherapy. It’s a very focused outpatient treatment that takes about 15 minutes from start to finish. You are never radioactive and you don’t lose your hair.
Because the presence of some hormones can cause certain cancers to grow, hormone therapy as a cancer treatment removes hormones or blocks their action to stop cancer cells from growing. Medications prescribed to block production or binding of estrogen as a treatment for breast cancer include:
Tamoxifen™: Used to prevent breast cancer from returning in women who have had treatment and show no sign of remaining cancer (remission) and to help women at high risk avoid developing breast cancer.
Aromatase inhibitors: Used to interfere with the amount of estrogen produced after menopause; limits the amount of estrogen that can cause breast cancer tumor growth.
Targeted therapies are drug treatments that help the body’s immune system fight cancer. Herceptin® is a type of biologic therapy that targets cells that produce too much of a protein called HER2. This protein is present in some breast cancer patients. Herceptin binds to the cells, shutting off HER2 production.
Immunotherapy uses substances, either made by your body naturally or made artificially, to boost your immune system. Immunotherapy can stop or slow cancer cell growth, can stop cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body, and can help your body be more efficient at killing cancer cells.


There are all manners of over the counter products that were specially crafted to remove stretch marks. There is no one single best stretch mark remover available in health stores, in fact, you will have a plethora of anti-stretch mark cream, stretch mark lotion, and oils to choose from which lead to the same results. However, there are good brand creams, lotions, and oils that are well known for stretch mark removal.
One of the best stretch mark remover creams that help in eliminating striae is TriLASTIN-SR Stretch Mark Cream beside the popular Mederma stretch marks or Revitol stretch mark cream. This cream is one of the best stretch mark remover creams as it has been manufactured by EC Research Corporation which is one of the best research firms found in Pennsylvania. Also, this cream has been carefully manufactured to target new and old white stretch mark that appears on the skin.
The primary reason this cream is considered one of the best stretch mark remover available and also as a stretch mark pregnancy cream choice is because it works for all ages and all skin types. It also relies on collagen, serine, alginate to make stretch marks vanish since they work on bringing back the suppleness to skin that has lost its elasticity. This skin cream is a fast effective cream due to its primal use of spheres which releases collagen directly into the skin. It costs up to $79.95 for a whole a month’s supply and may go up to $89.75. However, some women can develop allergies to this type of stretch mark remover.
Moreover, there are good stretch mark oil products that can be used to eliminate those skid marks. One of the best striae remover oils is bio oil for stretch marks. This oil is considered one of the best stretch mark remover oils as it was designed with care in order to ensure that stretch marks are reduced through this oil. It reduces the appearance of stretch marks but doesn’t get rid of them.
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Welcome to the Exeter Wilderness Medicine Society!
We are a group of students who are passionate about learning and sharing the skills necessary to take medical care out of the hospital and to the patient wherever they need it. We are open to students both within and outside the medical field!
We are a small committee, but we are dedicated to bringing opportunities to engage in wilderness and prehospital medicine to our members.
Some of the ways that we plan to do this are:
- Talks from healthcare professionals in the field.
- Workshops to teach skills necessary to deal with traumatic injuries and medicine in challenging environments.
- Raising awareness of events and opportunities for students that are interested.
- Organising a team to represent Exeter at the national inter-medical school competition Wild Trials (Covid permitting)
- More social events, such as walking trips and more Exeter-based events.
Please join the society and head over to our Facebook group to find out what's going on!
Aims and Objectives:
- Introduce medical students to a new environment of practising medicine.
- Share knowledge and skills to provide care in challenging environments through lectures and workshops from professionals.
- Organise trips to the outdoors for students.
- Set up a team for the Wild Trials 2020 and provide training.
- Have a social standing and community-feel amongst our members.


Deafening noise from planes, trains and automobiles could also be bad for your heart.
A review in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology saw that noise could disrupt the body on the cellular level and cause a stress response which in turn may increase the risk of common heart disease risk factors and lead to noise-induced heart disease.
There is growing evidence connecting environmental noise, including from road traffic and aircraft, to the development of heart disease, such as coronary artery disease, arterial hypertension, stroke and heart failure.
Researchers said their evidence backs up the idea that transport noise contributes to the development of heart disease risk factors such as hypertension and diabetes because noise is associated with oxidative stress, vascular dysfunction, autonomic imbalance and metabolic abnormalities.
In the last decade, disease has shifted from he communicable disease to non-communicable disease, including heart disease.
While there is focus placed on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of traditional heart disease risk factors such as diet and lack of exercise, the authors believe there is a growing body of evidence around the risk factors in the physical environment, such as noise, that deserve further research.
Topics looked at were the adverse effects of environmental noise on the autonomic nervous system and the consequences for the cardiovascular system as well as adverse cardiovascular effects of noise in humans and animals.
Measures such as traffic management and regulation, the development of low-noise tyres to reduce noise and air traffic curfews could help in reducing hazardous noise but the authors added that other strategies are needed.
Thomas Munzel, lead author of the review and director of the Department of Internal Medicine at University Medical Center Mainz, Johannes Cutenberg University, Germany said “as the percentage of the population exposed to detrimental levels of transportation noise are rising, new developments and legislation to reduce noise are important for public health.”


Probably the best way to use witch hazel is to make a tonic with it. To do this you need a 1/2 lb of bark from the witch hazel tree, distilled water, and vodka. Mix the witch hazel and enough water to cover the bark by about 1-2 inches. Bring that to a boil and let it simmer for around 20 minutes with a lid on. After that remove the bark by straining it out and add half the volume of your tea in alcohol. So if you have 20 ounces of tea add 10 ounces of the alcohol. Thayers toner is also a great choice if you just want it pre-made it includes aloe vera in it as well.
A dry, hacking, cough is another story. This is one we do want to stop. It can be caused by allergies, dry air, a random tickle at the back of your throat that won’t go away, the aftermath of a cold, being in a dusty environment, etc. etc. For these we turn to demulcents, ingredients that soothe irritated mucous membranes and remove the irritant triggering the cough. Studies conducted in 2004 found that the main ingredients in cough syrup (dextromethorphan and diphenhydramine) have the same effectiveness in treating coughs as a placebo ingredient. Instead of turning to chemical solutions for every minor ailment, try some home remedies instead. They are not only better for you, but they taste a whole lot better than most cough syrup too!
Modern medicine now tends to use the active ingredients of plants rather than the whole plants. The phytochemicals may be synthesized, compounded or otherwise transformed to make pharmaceuticals. Examples of such derivatives include digoxin, from digitalis; capsaicine, from chili; and aspirin, which is chemically related to the salicylic acid found in white willow. The opium poppy continues to be a major industrial source of opiates, including morphine. Few traditional remedies, however, have translated into modern drugs, although there is continuing research into the efficacy and possible adaptation of traditional herbal treatments.
For toothaches a clove or drop of clove oil on a cotton ball can be placed on the aching tooth. This method should be used sparingly however and do not place the oil on the gum. For nerve pain a diluted oil up to 3% max can be applied to the skin to treat problems such as shingles. In small doses clove powder can be useful for treating things such as nausea, indigestion, and bloating.
St. John’s Wort is known as Nature’s anti-depressant. It is often used to treat depression and anxiety. It functions as an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). This allows more serotonin to stay where it’s needed to keep you feeling less depressed and anxious. This herb is also used to help quit smoking. St. John’s work possesses antiviral properties and can be used externally to treat wounds.
Rational Therapeutics, run by Robert Nagourney, M.D. in Long Beach treats blood disorders and solid tumors. His approach is laboratory-based therapy utilizing short form (apoptotic) assays to identify active agents and eliminate inactive agents. Custom tailored, assay-directed therapy, to provide personal cancer strategies based on your tumor response in the laboratory. This eliminates much of the "guess work" prior to your undergoing the potentially toxic side effects of chemotherapy regimens. Contact info: 562-989-6455. Website: http://www.rationaltherapeutics.com/
Native Americans used black cherry as a medicinal herb to treat coughs. The bark from the black cherry tree was often made into a tea or syrup and used to expel worms, heal ulcers and treat burns. They also used it as a remedy for sore throat, pneumonia and lack of appetite. Black Cherry bark contains a glycoside called prunasin. This substance quells spasms in the smooth muscles of the bronchioles, thus reducing the cough reflex.
To treat colds or coughs you can make a nice ginger tea by cutting about one inch of ginger root into small pieces and adding to two cups of water and simmering for fifteen minutes. Ginger can also be found in capsules like a lot of other herbs and is a great way to get your dose of ginger for the day. Extracts are also available but are generally used only to treat osteoarthritis.
One of the lesser known herbs that lower blood sugar, Marjoram, is high in polyphenols, which aids in stabilizing blood glucose levels. A 2012 study in the Journal of Evidence Based Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that Marjoram reduced formation of Advanced Glycation End (AGE) products. AGE is the smoking gun that researchers today say is responsible for a lot of the complications that diabetics face, like damage to arteries and eyes. Try sprinkling marjoram on your dinner every night to help add variety in flavor. It can often be used as a substitute for oregano in cooking and brings in a distinct flavor to dishes.
Low activity by the immune system: This claim asserts that if only the body's immune system were strong enough, it would kill the "invading" or "foreign" cancer. Unfortunately, most cancer cells retain normal cell characteristics, making them appear to the immune system to be a normal part of the body. Cancerous tumors also actively induce immune tolerance, which prevents the immune system from attacking them.
As with any supportive or alternative cancer treatment, biotheraputic drainage always plays a key role and we would be remiss not to mention the profound effects of spagyric medicine on regulating the organs of elimination (liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system) to stimulate the expulsion of toxins generally associated with cancer drugs, pharmaceutical medications, and chemotherapy. This specialized form of biotherapeutic drainage acts on a cellular level, helping to restore proper function of key body systems on the biochemical, psycho-emotional, and informational level.
Robert Jay Rowen, MD has moved from Alaska to Santa Rosa, CA. You can reach him at 707-571-7560. He treats most forms of cancer, as well as treating chronic pain, immune dysfunction, allergies, and cardiovascular disease. The main therapies he uses includes: IPT therapy, chelation, bio-oxidative, nutrition, herbs, acupuncture, immune therapies, vitamin C, vaccines, and detoxification. He is not using laetrile in California. We understand he enjoys treating later stage cancers. His website is http://www.doctorrowen.com, and his email is email@example.com.
According to studies, cinnamon may have a positive effect on the glycemic control and the lipid profile in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2. This is because it contains 18% polyphenol content in dry weight. This popular Indian spice can improve insulin sensitivity and blood glucose control. According to a study published in Journal Of The American Board Of Family Medicine, “cinnamon lowered HbA1C by 0.83% compared with standard medication alone lowering HbA1C 0.37%. Taking cinnamon could be useful for lowering serum HbA1C in type 2 diabetics with HbA1C >7.0 in addition to usual care.”
Hi, just want to share what I know – use only raw honey! If it was boiled, or even warmed up above body temp – it loses all it’s goodness and becomes as good as regular sugar. If it is boiled – it actually becomes cancerogenic. If you buy honey locally just pay attention to the appearance – fresh honey will stay in liquid form only a couple of month after that is is crystallized. People often mix honey with sugary syrups to keep it looking runny and to make more volume for profit. Be aware! Honey is extremely good for you, but with dry cough – not sure. It actually does dry your throat more.
If you want to dramatically improve all aspect of your health, herbs and herbal supplements can help. Herbs are a natural means of preventing and curing many types of ailments and diseases. About 25% of prescription medicine has at least one herbal component in it. These are most often potent herbal extracts. An example would be aspirin, that was first created from white willow bark.
Hippophae rhamnoides Sea buckthorn The leaves are used as herbal medicine to alleviate cough and fever, pain, and general gastrointestinal disorders as well as to cure dermatologic disorders. Similarly, the fruit juice and oils can be used in the treatment of liver disease, gastrointestinal disorders, chronic wounds or other dermatological disorders.
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Chop the ginger and add it along with the peppermint to 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil and then lower the heat so that the liquid simmer. Simmer until the liquid has been reduced by half, than strain. Let it cool slightly, and then stir in 1 cup of honey until it has been dissolved completely. Bottle and take 1 tablespoon every few hours as needed to ease your cough. Keep refrigerated for up to 3 weeks.
Dr. Paul Anderson is a Naturopathic Physician in Salem. His website is http://www.docpaulanderson.com and the phone number to reach him at is 503-365-0377. Dr. Anderson provides health care for the whole family, integrating conventional and alternative health care. He provides intensive treatment to support the immune system, including I.V. treatment, diet therapy, and detoxification. These same therapies may also help traditional therapies (such as surgery and chemotherapy) work better. Each patient is treated as an individual, and personal choices are supported.
Cancer is characterized by unrestrained proliferation and loss of organization, a process that is intimately linked to, and controlled by, reciprocal signaling between the genetically altered tumor epithelium, the stroma, the components of the basement membrane and inflammatory mediators. Much work has been done to characterize the genetics of cancer cells. In this review, we describe the experiments that have been performed, which point to the significant role of the tissue microenvironment in the developmental regulation of normal and neoplastic cells. Using a variety of model systems, the works of a number of laboratories have converged on a hypothesis where the correction of 1 or 2 signaling defects can revert tumor cells to a normal phenotype, both in vivo and in culture, even when the tumor cells possess multiple genetic and epigenetic lesions. This paradigm has been successfully used to treat acute promyelocytic leukemia, and it remains the task of biomedical researchers to identify additional targets for the reversion of other human malignancies.
Some times when capsaicin is applied to the skin it can cause a burning, stinging, redness and even a rash. Most often this rash is more irritation than anything and well get better after the first few uses. If the rash persists though you should stop the use as you may have an allergy towards capsaicin. Also capsaicin should never be applied to broken skin. Remember to where gloves if you're working with a higher concentration and don't touch your face, if you don't where gloves be sure to thoroughly wash your hands before making contact with your face.
This powerful herb promotes glucose utilization in the cells thus lowering blood glucose. It also prevents the liver from releasing more glucose into the blood stream, lowers cholesterol and triglycerides. Some people feel Gymnema Sylvestre is one of the most powerful herbs for treating high blood glucose – both type 1 and 2 diabetics. Also Gymnema Sylvestre may help rejuvenate beta cells in the pancreas thus helping heal the condition.
Burdock was used by the ancient Greeks to treat wounds and infections. This herb is loaded with beneficial vitamins and minerals and is often used to treat liver and digestive problems, urinary tract infections, ulcers, eczema, psoriasis and to boost energy and stamina. It has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties and makes a good immune system booster and blood purifier.
This list contains notes of commonly used potencies, either by homeopaths or available in store-bought preparations. In clinical homeopathy, the choice of potency (dilution & succussion levels) to be used is determined by homeopathic practitioners or physicians on an individual basis. Some limit their use to the lower potencies of 4x (4D) through 30x (30D), while others use 3C through CM (100,000C) potencies.
** Information on the traditional uses and properties of herbs are provided on this site is for educational use only, and is not intended as medical advice. Every attempt has been made for accuracy, but none is guaranteed. Many traditional uses and properties of herbs have not been validated by the FDA. If you have any serious health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner before self-administering herbs. **
Anyone can claim to be an herbalist, so be sure to look for someone with extensive training. Practitioners of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and ayurvedic medicine rely on herbs for treatment. You may be able to find a knowledgeable practitioner through the American Herbalist Guild. Keep in mind that professional herbalists who advise clients on the use of medicinal herbs are typically not licensed to diagnose or treat disease.
Witch hazel is an interesting herb that I've only recently found out about, it has been used for centuries by the Native Americans though. When I was researching witch hazel I assumed that it got its name for warding off witches or something, but it actually was used as a witching stick for locating underground sources of water and or precious minerals. Witch hazel might not be considered an herb by some due to the fact it is a woody shrub, but it has very strong astringent and antiseptic properties so I just had to include it in the list of herbs along with its uses. Today you can find witch hazel in pretty much any drugstore in the form of witch hazel water (an alcohol extract of the twigs). The only problem with this is that most of the time the extract contains very little of the actual herb, and most of the effects might actually come from the alcohol itself.
Collectively, these early experiments demonstrated that factors specific to the environment of the cell were required to attenuate, or to facilitate, the transforming activity of this potent oncogene. Recent work in transgenic models and specialized cell culture systems has begun to define the specific microenvironmental determinants that have the power to normalize overtly malignant cells.
Fortified milk is a great source of Lactobacillus. You should be cautious, however, as dairy may make phlegm thicker. You can also purchase probiotic supplements at most health food stores and drug stores. Each supplement manufacturer may have different daily recommended intakes. Probiotics are also added to some yogurt types and are present in miso soup and sourdough breads.
Carbohydrates break down into glucose in the small intestine which is then absorbed into the bloodstream. Spices like Cayenne pepper stimulate glucose absorption from the small intestine, according to a Hungarian study published in the March 18, 2006 issue of the “European Journal of Pharmacology”. Add a bit to cayenne pepper to your home-cooked meals to stabilize your blood sugar levels naturally. The entire pepper family – including bell peppers, chilli peppers, and cayenne are known to help fight inflammation. That is why they are prized in several Asian culinary traditions. Use Cayenne wisely to get its anti-inflammatory benefits as well.
Dr. Brian Peskin also starts with the research of Dr. Otto Warburg on cellular respiration. Dr. Peskin uses the principles of the ketogenic diet in his protocol for cancer treatment. His therapy is a high fat low carbohydrate diet that includes three other aspects. He has found that the standard American diet is highly deficient in certain “parent oils,” which are needed in small amounts to build healthy cells and to provide for proper cell respiration. The absence of healthy oils damages cellular respiration and contributes to cancer formation. He has developed a blend of oils, which provide what the body needs to provide for proper cellular respiration. Also, most Americans are deficient in certain minerals. He uses supplements to provide for these deficiencies. Finally he uses a combination of herbs that are similar to Essiac Tea (described later) to assist with cleansing and detoxification of the body. He presents thoroughly researched evidence that fish oil may not be the best source of omega 3 oils. This makes his research somewhat controversial for some people. His book, The Hidden Story of Cancer, provides extensive scientific documentation of all his claims. Don’t neglect to read the appendices.
Garlic another herb commonly used in the kitchen also has its place here in our list of herbs. Garlic has been used for thousands of years and was thought to increase strength and stamina, it was used by the first Olympic athletes of Greece which very well could make it one of the first performance enhancing substances. From vampires to witches garlic was also used to ward off evil entities, in spells and charms. In the Middle Ages monasteries would grow garlic to treat digestive, kidney, and breathing issues. During World War II the Russians reportedly ate a lot of garlic and some say it helped keep them alive through the hard times. Today a lot of the use garlic get is to treat and prevent heart disease, regulate cholesterol levels, reduce high blood pressure and strengthen the immune system. Garlic grows well all over the world where vegetable gardens can be made. Even grown indoors garlic can do quite well, you can actually take a clove of garlic and grow an entire garlic plant from that one clove. The next time you're at the grocery store buy some garlic, take one of the cloves and plant in some moist soil with the pointed end up. Continue to regularly water the clove and in no time at all you'll have a nice garlic plant. Garlic is perhaps one of the most important and often overlooked medicinal herbs on the planet, which is why I had to include it into our list of herbs.
In Europe, apothecaries stocked herbal ingredients for their medicines. In the Latin names for plants created by Linnaeus, the word officinalis indicates that a plant was used in this way. For example, the marsh mallow has the classification Althaea officinalis, as it was traditionally used as an emollient to soothe ulcers. Ayurvedic medicine, herbal medicine and traditional Chinese medicine are other examples of medical practices that incorporate medical uses of plants. Pharmacognosy is the branch of modern medicine about medicines from plant sources. Plants included here are those that have been or are being used medicinally, in at least one such medicinal tradition.
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Kemmerich, B., Eberhardt, R., & Stammer, H. (2006). Efficacy and tolerability of a fluid extract combination of thyme herb and ivy leaves and matched placebo in adults suffering from acute bronchitis with productive cough: A prospective, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial [Abstract]. Arzneimittelforschung, 56(9), 652–660. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17063641
Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is usually taken as a tea to relax and calm a nervous system. Catnip can help ease a chronic cough, help you fall asleep and as a digestive aid. Some moms use catnip for colic babies or infants' teething. Moms also use catnip in tincture form at bedtime to help restless children sleep. Always check with your child's pediatrician or other medical practitioner before giving to your baby or child.
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Thyme is a fragrant herb that makes a wonderful addition to your cooking, in part because it is rich in antioxidants. Thyme contains health-boosting flavonoids including apigenin, naringenin, luteolin, and thymonin, and has been shown to protect and increase the percentage of healthy fats found in cell membranes. As reported by the George Mateljan Foundation:12 "In particular, the amount of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid) in brain, kidney, and heart cell membranes was increased after dietary supplementation with thyme."
Cannabis is a controversial subject, and really needs an article all itself. Few people understand all the political and therapeutic issues surrounding cannabis. Many people distinguish between “medical cannabis” and “marijuana.” Medical cannabis involves research into particular varieties of the cannabis plant and its therapeutic value. Many varieties are lower in THC, the component that makes people “high”, while recreational varieties of marijuana have been cultivated to maximize the amount of THC for recreational purposes. For more information see:
There are actually several ways to use lemon balm making it a versatile herb both in the ailments it treats and the way it can be administered. Teas are a great way to gain the benefits of lemon balm. You can steep about 5 or 6 fresh leaves in a cup of water for six minutes and strain. Try adding some honey or stevia to sweeten the deal up and add a little mint for an extra layer of flavor. Tinctures, extracts, and ointments are all also widely available for lemon balm and all are quite effective.