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American Nurse Today, the official journal of the American Nurses Association, announces the launch of a new e-Edition beginning with the October, 2007 issue. The e-Edition launch comes just one year after the premier of the print edition of the journal, which is the product of a strategic partnership between HealthCom Media and the American Nurses Association.

Available online, the e-Edition is unique in that it is an interactive, fully digital journal complete with four color images and rich-media content. “Our decision to go digital is two-fold,” says Greg Osborne, President of HealthCom Media. “We are staying ahead of the curve in terms of medical publishing technology and offering early adopters a cutting edge option that will provide a unique user experience they can’t get from any other online nursing journal.”

“The interactive quality of virtual page turning, fully-searchable content in both current and archived issues, hyperlinks and the ability to embed streaming video and other rich-media content are just some of the capabilities a digital publication can offer,” added Associate Publisher Tyra London. “As we develop the American Nurse Today e-Edition we will continue Read more…

Chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are among the most prevalent, costly, and preventable of all health problems. In Florida in 2002, almost one of every three deaths was due to heart disease, and almost one of every four deaths was due to cancer. However, consideration of deaths alone severely understates the burden of chronic disease. The prolonged course of illness and disability from chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and arthritis results in extended pain and suffering as well as in decreased quality of life for thousands of Floridians. Our state cannot reduce its enormous health care costs, much less its priority health problems, without addressing the prevention of chronic disease in a fundamentally more aggressive manner.

Established in March 1998, the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion has expanded its capacity to provide a comprehensive approach to preventing, detecting, and reducing complications of chronic diseases in Florida. The bureau currently houses the following programs: Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention, Step Up, Florida! Healthy Communities Program, Obesity Prevention, Diabetes Prevention and Control, Comprehensive Cancer Control, Arthritis Prevention and Education, Epilepsy, and Coordinated School Health. The bureau receives funding from a variety of federal and state sources, including the Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, state trust funds, and general revenue.

The Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion strives to be a leader in developing a unified statewide system to prevent, detect, and reduce complications of chronic diseases. Toward that end, the bureau collaborates with public, private, and voluntary organizations; establishes and participates in councils and partnerships; and obtains funding for planning and program development. The bureau is responsible for assessing the status of chronic diseases in the state and the adequacy of resources available for prevention, health promotion, and education. The bureau develops policies and recommends and reviews legislation. The various programs within the bureau provide education and technical assistance, conduct monitoring of funded programs, and participate in the county health department quality improvement review process.

For more the informtion visit http://www.doh.state.fl.us/Family/chronicdisease/

Senator Ted Kennedy is putting forward a brave face following his recent surgery but the sad reality remains. Even with successful surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy treatment, gliomas — a highly aggressive form of brain cancer that strikes approximately 10,000 Americans annually — tragically claim the lives of 75 percent of its victims within two years and virtually all within five years.

But what if there was an alternative treatment for gliomas that could selectively target the cancer while leaving healthy cells intact? And what if federal bureaucrats were aware of this treatment, but deliberately withheld this information from the public?

Sadly, the questions posed above are not entirely hypothetical. Let me explain.

In 2007, I reviewed over 150 published preclinical and clinical studies assessing the therapeutic potential of marijuana and several of its active compounds, known as cannabinoids. I summarized these numerous studies in a book, now in its third edition, entitled Emerging Clinical Applications for Cannabis and Cannabinoids: A Review of the Scientific Literature. (NORML Foundation, 2008) One chapter in this book, which summarized the findings of more than 30 separate trials and literature reviews, was dedicated to the use of cannabinoids as potential anti-cancer agents, particularly in the treatment of gliomas. Read more…

Q: I need to make some friends. Everyone’s answer seems to involve going to the bar. As I don’t drink, that’s not really an option. What, if any, are options for socializing in an atmosphere free from alcohol. Don’t say church because it’s not my scene either.

I am over 21, but have seen too many bad things come from drinking. Looking for answers. Why does everyone around seem to constantly drink? There has to be other people out there who are not interested in self destruction.

A: Absolutely….I will always be a recovering alcoholic, but before I ever took a drink, I played tennis, worked out, bowled on leagues, etc. and had a ball. Met lots of great friends. Once I hit the bars, the downward spiral was a fast one. I have been clean and sober for 16 yrs now. Join a health club…talk about people not self destructing!! Good luck!

Every year nearly 56,000 U.S. workers die due to a workplace injury or work-related illness; more than three million suffer disabling, work-related injuries.

Advanced practice occupational and environmental health nurses help manage and prevent these injuries and illnesses.

* Occupational Health Nurse Practitioners focus on direct patient care, the theory and practice of adult health maintenance, and the assessment and management of common ailments facing working adults, including occupational injuries and illnesses. Graduates are eligible for national and California State Adult Nurse Practitioner certification, and their time in the program contributes to the requirements for COHN-S certification.

* Occupational and Environmental Health Specialists focus on programs to prevent occupational illnesses and injuries and to manage disability; consultation with employers, employees Read more…

Q: I need to get treated for anxiety and panic attacks and I dont want to have to go to a psychiatrist. I dont want to call a family doctor and be laughed at or pushed away.Its very discouraging, Any help is appreciated.

A: Go to a psychologist (Ph.D or Psy.D.). I recommend Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT). CBT is highly effective for treating panic attacks.

A community mental health nurse is a nurse trained specifically in mental health (not usually all the physical stuff too!). He or she will help you with support and advice for what ever mental health problem you may have, they vary in what they can do, some are trained in specific therapeutic techniques like cognitive behaviour therapy, Some are great all rounders who offer support and advice about your particular problems and may help you will some practical things too like anxiety issues or benefit forms, or medication. Here are some useful abbrieviations

CMHT - Community mental health team
CPN - Community Psychiatric nurse
RMO - Responsible medical officer (usually your psychiatrist)
RMN - Registered mental health nurse, the qualification the nurse needs whether they work in a hospital or in community.
CSW - Community support worker (an unqualified but experienced worker in mental health - can help with shopping and appointments and support as needed) Read more…