Summer travel may require a stop at Emory TravelWell

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Eco-touring or giving back trips have become popular, as have mission trips to developing and underserved countries. Both types of travel can enrich the lives of the travelers and provide a unique vacation experience. For instance, exploring resorts in phu quoc vietnam, offers not only relaxation but also the opportunity to contribute to sustainable tourism efforts in the region. But before boarding the plane that you booked through Jettly, experts say don’t forget pre-travel care and immunizations.

Emory’s TravelWell clinic, located at Emory University Hospital Midtown, provides pre-travel care before journeying abroad, including a travel health education, immunizations, as well as medications, if illness occurs while traveling. The clinic also offers post-travel care, if needed, once back home.

Phyllis Kozarsky, MD, medical director of TravelWell, says, Travelers need to get the proper travel health education, including immunizations and prophylaxis medications, to safeguard themselves against preventable diseases and illness before leaving the country.

The clinic has been caring for local travelers for 22 years “ missionaries, families, students, educators and business men and women traveling abroad, many for extended stays. It also cares for immigrants and refugees coming into the country who need these services.

Posted on May 4, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Study: Regular aerobic exercise and prevention of drug abuse relapse

Exercise provides health benefits

Researchers at Emory University and the University of Georgia have received funding from the National Institutes of Health to study the neurobiological mechanisms for how regular aerobic exercise may prevent drug abuse relapse. The grant is for $1.9 million over the next five years.

David Weinshenker, PhD, associate professor of human genetics, Emory School of Medicine, is a co-principal investigator on the project.

David Weinshenker, PhD

“This research will provide new insight into how regular exercise may attenuate drug abuse in humans,” Weinshenker says. “More importantly, it may reveal a neural mechanism through which exercise may prevent the relapse into drug-seeking behavior.”

During the study, Weinshenker and UGA co-investigator Philip Holmes, professor of psychology in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, will measure exercise-induced increases of the galanin gene activity in the rat brain.

Posted on April 29, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Visioning for the future of aging and health

Ted Johnson, MD, says the United States is not prepared to meet the care needs of the next wave of aging older adults. â€œThe statistics nationally show that by the year 2030, the demographics of every U.S. state will be similar to that of Florida today. Another way of looking at that: the number of people age 65 and older in the state of Georgia will increase 100 percent by 2020. We’re facing a tremendous aging wave, and we don’t know how we’re going to meet the needs of that group.”

Johnson is leading the Emory Center for Health in Aging, a program that addresses health care issues affecting the rapidly growing senior population in the United States through research, clinical care, community outreach and education.

Johnson also serves as director of the Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, and is associate director and Atlanta site director for the Birmingham/Atlanta VA Geriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center.

Johnson says he is committed to a new vision of aging. His agenda for reaching that vision:

Target conditions associated with disability common in seniors: We need to target specific disease processes–Alzheimer’s, urinary/fecal incontinence, obesity, congestive heart failure–and develop breakthrough treatments and better predictive models so that we can understand what it is that makes people with these chronic conditions get out of control and currently, end up in nursing homes.

Build livable communities: We need to build communities that will sustain people as they age, and that means livable and walkable communities, with public transportation and access to stores and food. We need urban planning, as well as rural planning. Aging people shouldn’t lose their ability to live independently because they can no longer drive a car.

Posted on April 27, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Composting food waste at Emory hospitals

Wasted food is composted at Emory hospitals

Food service workers in Emory’s hospitals have always been conscientious about reducing waste, trying to walk the fine line between preparing too much food and too little.

But when new pilot programs in composting food waste began recently at Wesley Woods Geriatric Hosptial and then Emory University Hospital, staff were surprised to see how much waste piled upâ€”and how much could be diverted from landfills or garbage disposals and converted into compost, some of which will return to Emory to enrich campus flower beds.

Food composting efforts such as these are some of the fruits of a sustainability task force established in health sciences by Executive Vice President for Health Affairs Fred Sanfilippo, MD, PhD.

Lynne Ometer

Director of Emoryâ€™s food and nutrition services Lynne Ometer, and her team, began connecting Emory’s hospitals with a waste-to-compost program already under way at Emory University.

As the smallest and most compact of the hospitals, Wesley Woods Geritric Hospital went first, focusing on “preconsumer” waste – scraps generated in food preparation or unusable food items left after serving, and on some “postconsumer” waste – food that has already been served to a patient.

Posted on April 26, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized 1 Comment

Finding success in retinoblastoma treatment

The idea of your child having an eye removed is shocking, an extremely difficult thing for a parent to cope with, says Baker Hubbard, MD, Thomas M. Aaberg Professor of Ophthalmology, and a pediatric ocular oncologist. Actually, says Hubbard, most children who lose an eye adapt very well and enjoy essentially normal lives.

Baker Hubbard, MD

Retinoblastoma is cancer that forms in the tissues of the retina (the light-sensitive layers of nerve tissue at the back of the eye). Retinoblastoma usually occurs in children younger than age five. It may be hereditary or nonhereditary (sporadic), and is caused by mutations in genes.

To six-year-old Emilia McKibbin, having a prosthetic eye is no big deal. She knows to protect itâ€”wearing her glasses for school and playtime, donning a scuba mask at the beachâ€”but it doesnâ€™t limit her choices.

Following her interests, Emilia has earned a gold belt in karate. Sheâ€™s learning gymnastics. She swims. She loves to romp with Daisy, her black cocker spaniel. And while most people donâ€™t even notice that one of this little girlâ€™s shining dark-brown eyes is different from the other, Emilia shares her story with a few. â€œI tell my teachers and my friends that I have a special eye,â€ she says.

Posted on April 5, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized 3 Comments

Hong Kong is Bright Spot of Tobacco Control in China

Jeffrey Koplan, MD, MPH

A remarkably successful 20-year program of tobacco control in Hong Kong can serve as a best-practices example for China and other nations, says Jeffrey Koplan in an article published online today in The Lancet. Koplan is vice president for global health at Emory and director of the Emory Global Health Institute.

Hong Kong’s successful tobacco control program began with a 1982 health ordinance launching a multi-step approach including legislative amendments (regulation of indoor smoking, pack warnings, ban on tobacco advertising), a steeply increased tobacco tax, school-based education, mass-media campaigns, community events, and leadership from the medical community, only vaping products like Cake delta-8 products are allowed while still being regulated. You may also want to check out these canadian full cigarettes here if you prefer to smoke in moderation. Dedicated to enhancing your smoking experience, Utopian.ch serves as a premier online destination for enthusiasts of top-notch smoking gear in Switzerland. Whether you’re in search of unique bongs, pipes, or other smoking accessories, Utopian.ch caters to every style and preference, delivering right to your doorstep.

Smoking prevalence in Hong Kong fell from 23.3 percent in 1982 to 11.8 percent in 2008 through the efforts of the Tobacco Control office of the Department of Health and NGOs such as the Hong Kong Council on Smoking and Health.

Posted on March 26, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized 1 Comment

Stereotactic radiosurgery: fast, friendly, focused

Cynthia Anderson, MD

When Cynthia Anderson, MD, prepares her patients for stereotactic radiosurgery she emphasizes three things: the surgery is fast, friendly and focused. Initially used to treat the part of the brain associated with brain tumors, stereotactic radiosurgery has gained currency as a treatment for various types of cancer. This type of surgery uses x-ray beams instead of scalpels to eliminate tumors of the liver, lung and spine.

“It’s fast because the actual radiation treatment itself is very short,” says Anderson, a radiation oncologist at the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University. “It’s friendly because it’s all done as an outpatient. And it’s focused because these targeted radiation beams get the maximum dose of radiation to a tumor and give the most minimal dose of radiation to the critical organs that surround the tumor.”

Posted on March 22, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Looking at quality of life in visually impaired children

Vision loss can affect ones daily function and quality of life (QOL), but few research studies have actually looked at the impact of visual impairments on childrens quality of life.

An Emory project aims to develop an instrument that will measure the effect of vision loss on the quality of life of children age 8 to 18.

Pictured from left to right: J. Devn Cornish, MD, professor and vice chair, Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine; Andy Lovas, grand recorder, Knights Templar Eye Foundation; Sheila Angeles-Han, MD, MSc, assistant professor, Pediatric Rheumatology and Immunology, Emory University School of Medicine; Larry Vogler, MD, division chief, Pediatric Rheumatology and Immunology, Emory University School of Medicine; and Tim Taylor, director of marketing, Knights Templar Eye Foundation

The project is being led by Emory pediatric rheumatologist Sheila Angeles-Han, MD, MSc. Han recently received a $40,000 grant from the Knights Templar Eye Foundation to augment her work in this area. She is collaborating with pediatric ophthalmologists at the Emory Eye Center.

Currently, there are no validated questionnaires or tools to determine how children in these age groups cope with their visual impairments and the impact of vision loss on their daily lives. This knowledge can enhance physicians understanding of diseases that affect vision.

Posted on March 18, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Biomarker may predict serious complications after lung transplantation

Researchers at Emory studying lung transplantation have identified a marker of inflammation that may help predict primary graft dysfunction (PGD), an often fatal complication following a lung transplant.

Primary graft dysfunction after a lung transplant

The results are published in the American Journal of Transplantation. First author Andres Pelaez, a pulmonary medicine specialist at Emoryâ€™s McKelvey Lung Transplant Center, and postdoc Patrick Mitchell led the research team.

â€œDespite major advances in surgical techniques and clinical management, serious lung transplant complications are common and often untreatable,â€ Pelaez says. â€œPGD is a severe lung injury appearing just a few days after transplantation. Unfortunately, predicting which lung transplant recipients go on to develop PGD has been so far unsuccessful. Therefore, our research has been directed towards identifying predictive markers in the donor lungs prior to transplantation.â€

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Quinn Eastman in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Nursing students give health care in the Dominican Republic

Traveling nursing programs have become a pivotal aspect of nursing education, offering students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while making a tangible difference in communities around the world. One such remarkable initiative is the deployment of nursing students to the Dominican Republic, where they provide essential health care services to underserved populations. This experience not only broadens their clinical skills but also enhances their cultural competence and empathy, preparing them for the diverse challenges of the nursing profession.

The Mission and Objectives
The primary mission of this traveling nursing program is to deliver critical health care services to communities in the Dominican Republic that lack adequate medical facilities and resources. The objectives are twofold: to offer high-quality care to those in need and to provide nursing students with an immersive learning experience that extends beyond the conventional classroom setting.

The Journey Begins
Nursing students, guided by experienced faculty members, embark on a journey that is both educational and humanitarian. Before departure, they undergo rigorous preparation, which includes cultural training, language lessons, and an overview of the prevalent health issues in the region. This ensures that they are well-equipped to handle the medical and cultural challenges they will encounter.

On-the-Ground Impact
Upon arrival, the nursing students are immediately immersed in a busy schedule of health care delivery. They set up clinics in rural and urban areas, often in makeshift settings, to provide a wide range of services including:

Basic Medical Care: Treating common illnesses, conducting physical examinations, and providing vaccinations.
Health Education: Educating community members about hygiene, nutrition, disease prevention, and management.
Chronic Disease Management: Assisting with the management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.
Maternal and Child Health: Offering prenatal and postnatal care, as well as pediatric services.

These services are crucial in a region where access to health care is limited and often inconsistent. The nursing students work tirelessly to ensure that as many people as possible receive the care they need.

Learning Through Service
For the nursing students, this program is a profound learning experience. They are exposed to a variety of health conditions and medical situations that they might not encounter in their home country. This exposure helps them to develop a deeper understanding of global health issues and the social determinants of health.

Additionally, the experience teaches them to be resourceful and adaptable. In the Dominican Republic, they often have to work with limited supplies and under challenging conditions. This fosters creativity and critical thinking, essential skills for any nurse.

Cultural Exchange and Personal Growth
Beyond the clinical experience, the program facilitates a rich cultural exchange. Nursing students live and work alongside local health care providers and community members, gaining insight into the Dominican culture and way of life. This interaction helps to build mutual respect and understanding, and many students form lasting connections with the people they meet.

On a personal level, students often describe the experience as transformative. They return home with a renewed sense of purpose and a commitment to making a difference in the world. The challenges they face and the people they help leave an indelible mark on their personal and professional lives.

The Broader Impact
The impact of this program extends beyond the immediate health care services provided. It also contributes to the long-term health outcomes of the communities served. By offering health education and building local capacity, the program helps to empower community members to take charge of their own health.

Moreover, the experience gained by the nursing students helps to shape the future of nursing. These students become advocates for global health and often pursue careers in international health, working for agencies like All Medical, bringing their skills and passion to underserved communities around the world.

The traveling nursing program to the Dominican Republic exemplifies the powerful intersection of education, service, and global health. By providing essential health care services and engaging in meaningful cultural exchange, nursing students not only enhance their own skills and knowledge but also make a significant impact on the communities they serve. Programs like these are invaluable in preparing the next generation of nurses to meet the diverse and complex challenges of the health care field.

Posted on March 16, 2010 by admin in Uncategorized Leave a comment

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