Health News
Sleep problems? CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) has proven superior to medications to help sleep disorders (and much safer). Website options are:
https://www.sleepio.com/ (not free)
https://www.sleepstation.org.uk/ (free)
http://ww17.cbti.com/ (free)
https://www.sleepio.com/ (not free)
https://www.sleepstation.org.uk/ (free)
http://ww17.cbti.com/ (free)
Menopause and HRT - a fascinating, informative podcast. HRT is not only about relieving symptoms -it matters to cardiac / brain / bone / colon and other health issues. An article and a link to the podcast from Dr. Attia, Dr. Bluming and Dr. Tavris is HERE
Excellent and delicious Daily Mail article on the right foods to reverse obesity and diabetes here. Google for more menus on the Daily Mail by the same author and by Dr Michael Mosley designed to drop weight and improve health and energy. See also Dr Mosley's new book "The Fast 800" (He is the author of the 5:2 diet)
An online based dietary / weight loss programme is Our Path to Healthy Eating
There is a reduction in charges if you quote the code "Corbally Clinic".
There is a reduction in charges if you quote the code "Corbally Clinic".
Depressed from relentless bad news stories? Here is the good (real) news from a TED talk at: Is the world getting better or worse
Helpful product for Toenail Fungus: Canespro claims to clear infected parts of the nail in a few weeks. Antifungal products can then work more effectively
A cure for type 2 diabetes? Significant weight loss can reverse diabetes and stop the need for medications in many patients. New 2018 study based in 49 GP clinics in the UK - see here
Important video on Diabetes and Obesity from endocrinologist Dr Sarah Hallburg. Type 2 diabetes may be reversible; the benefit of eating more fats and less carbs. See here.
See also important publication from the National Obesity Forum with a suggestion that obesity and diabetes type 2 could be renamed "carbohydrate intolerance"
See also important publication from the National Obesity Forum with a suggestion that obesity and diabetes type 2 could be renamed "carbohydrate intolerance"
Carbohydrates -the cause of world obesity and diabetes epidemic. Read Eisenhower Health article
Should men have a routine PSA (prostate) blood test? See a good answer here
Check your Calcium intake at Calcium Checker
Calcium from the diet is normally better than calcium from tablets or supplements. And remember calcium needs enough Vitamin D to be absorbed properly. Your calcium needs are detailed at: Calcium
Calcium from the diet is normally better than calcium from tablets or supplements. And remember calcium needs enough Vitamin D to be absorbed properly. Your calcium needs are detailed at: Calcium
Vitamin D - a look at recent studies and advises here
90% reduction in cervical cancer virus since vaccinations introduced - see at HPV vaccine
The Cross Border Directive allows patients to seek consultations, outpatient and inpatient medical services in other EU countries (including private services) and to receive reimbursement for costs to a certain value from the HSE for services a patient obtains in the EU that are normally provided by the HSE. For information on how the scheme operates see CBD
Coronary Calcium Scan - is a very useful non invasive method of screening for plaques in coronary arteries i.e. coronary artery disease. It is available in Ireland through GP referral. Costs range from €200 upwards at present. There is more information about the test itself here and here and there is more academic information here and here
Cholesterol controversy is well reviewed here. The Mediterranean diet is of proven superior benefit.
Meningitis B vaccine is now available. Further information from the HPSC is here. An information sheet about the vaccine is here Meningitis B vaccination has been included in the Childhood Immunisation Schedule along with meningitis A since December 2016. For others, we can provide Meningitis B vaccination at Corbally Clinic.
Recurrences of depression can be reduced significantly by Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) which can be as effective as medication. See study details from The Lancet April 2015 here. See the list of counselling services available locally and online in our Links page
Six health myths debunked in NewScientist
See at: NewScientist
In particular - the myth about 'drinking lots of water' being good for you......not so! For the average person one litre a day is what the body needs as most foods are a source of water also, and drinks such as tea, coffee, juices, even low alcohol drinks will hydrate. And yes it is safe to wait until you are thirsty!
See at: NewScientist
In particular - the myth about 'drinking lots of water' being good for you......not so! For the average person one litre a day is what the body needs as most foods are a source of water also, and drinks such as tea, coffee, juices, even low alcohol drinks will hydrate. And yes it is safe to wait until you are thirsty!
Fertility and women over 30 - some 'facts' seem dubious! Read at How long can you wait to have a baby by Prof Jean Twenge, Jun 2013, in 'The Atlantic'
Several vitamin supplements are associated with a higher mortality including multivitamins, vitamins B6, and folic acid, as well as minerals iron, magnesium, zinc, and copper - findings published in the October 10th 2011 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. (This does not apply when such products are advised by your doctor for specific medical purposes)
The European Food Safety Authority is obliged by EU law to study the health claims of foods, supplements, vitamins, minerals etc. They published a finding of no evidence of benefit for many such products as below: http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/efsajournal/pub/2083.htm
http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/nda/ndaclaims.htm
http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/nda/ndaclaims.htm
Disordered and insufficient sleep may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, and metabolic and neural/hormonal disorders. Less time in 'slow-wave' sleep may increase the risk of obesity and blood pressure. Published 29/8/11 at: Sleep depravation
Breast cancer may be reduced with increased exercise after menopause. See October 2010 article at: Exercise and breast cancer
Alcohol increases the risk of breast cancer and other cancers.
Alcohol increases the risk of breast cancer and other cancers.
The World Health Organization advises that drugs from websites that conceal their physical address are counterfeit in over half of cases. The US Food and Drug Administration 'FDA' and the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy 'NABP' regularly update a list of websites likely to sell drugs that are illegal or of doubtful quality.
Paracetamol may aggravate asthma / eczema / allergic sinusitis in young people, as may Ibuprofen and other painkillers. Best not to use painkillers unless necessary for pain and with healthcare professional advice. Do not routinely use drugs for lowering temperatures - a temperature is part of the body's natural defence mechanisms to kill infectious microbes.
