[OPLINLIST] What's New on NetWellness - November 2006

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What's New on NetWellness - November 2006

November's Monthly Feature - Secondhand Smoke: What it Means to You

Did you know that there is no such thing as a "No Smoking" section?
NetWellness is featuring five new articles about secondhand smoke to
increase awareness about its side effects. Please visit our feature or
the Smoking and Tobacco health topic for more information on ways to
protect yourself and your loved ones. If you have been thinking about
quitting smoking, November 16th is the perfect opportunity. Let the
Great American Smokeout help you quit for a day and learn the side
effects smoking has on your body.

Focus on Faculty - The University of Cincinnati's Department of Urology

For 2006, the University of Cincinnati's Division of Urology at The
University Hospital was once again named one of the top 50 urology
programs in the country. One of the reasons why the Division of Urology
continues to grow in recognition is its use of minimally invasive and
robotic assisted procedures for various urologic problems. The faculty
provide a full range of treatment options for various conditions,
including prostate cancer, kidney cancer, bladder disorders, male
infertility, and pediatric urology. 

The Division of Urology also strives to be a leader in other areas, such
as clinical and pharmaceutical research. Throughout the year, the
Division of Urology conducts several research trials, most recently
regarding prostate cancer. 

NetWellness experts from the Division of Urology include James F.
Donovan, Jr., MD, R. Bruce Bracken, MD, and Ahmad Hamidinia, MD. They
are able to answer questions in the Prostate Cancer, Urinary Disorders,
and Urinary Tract Cancers health topics.

New Center - Worksite Health

Everyone wants to work in an environment that is healthy. Our new
Worksite Health Center addresses the needs and concerns of both
employees who are looking for a health-focused place to work and
employers who want to cultivate a healthy and productive work force.
Don't forget to check out our new NetWellness original overview and
related articles that focus on employees and employers. 

New Center - African American Health

The African American Health topic has a new look! With the new African
American Health Center design, information is even easier to access.
Stop by and check out the new layout!

New Articles - Secondhand Smoke

Just in time for the Great American Smokeout, NetWellness is featuring
five new articles with information from the latest Surgeon General's
report on secondhand smoke. To understand the side effects of secondhand
smoke, please read the following articles reviewed by experts from The
Ohio State University's School of Public Health:
*	What is Secondhand Smoke? by Phyllis L. Pirie, PhD 
*	Secondhand Smoke Causes Death and Sickness in Children by
Phyllis L. Pirie, PhD
*	Secondhand Smoke Causes Heart Disease and Lung Cancer in Adults
by Mary Ellen Wewers, PhD, MPH
*	Secondhand Smoke: What You Can Do by Timothy J. Buckley, PhD,
CIH
*	What We Now Know about Secondhand Smoke by Timothy J. Buckley,
PhD, CIH

For more information or to ask a question, please visit the Smoking and
Tobacco heath topic. 

New Article - Physical Activity and Your Health

Did you know that taking 30 minutes out of your day to do moderate
physical activity can decrease your chances of developing some serious
health conditions? For tips on how to choose an activity that is right
for you, read this article by University of Cincinnati expert, Bonnie J.
Brehm, PhD, RD, called, "Physical Activity: The Health Connection."
After reading this article, please visit the Diet and Nutrition health
topic to ask Dr. Brehm and her colleagues questions.

New Article - Inflammatory Breast Cancer

Breast cancer experts say that paying attention to minor changes in
breast appearance could save your life if you get a rare form of breast
cancer. To learn more about what changes you should look for, read the
article, "Rare-But Aggressive-Form of Breast Cancer Undetectable By
Mammogram" by University of Cincinnati experts Jennifer B. Manders, MD,
and Zeina Nahleh, MD. Drs. Manders and Nahleh are available to answer
questions in the Breast Cancer health topic. 

New Article - Breast Lumps

Most women these days are very concerned about breast lumps because of
the link between this symptom and breast cancer. Read on for more
information about this very common and very normal condition in this
NetWellness original: Breast Lumps by Jennifer B. Manders, MD. Please
visit the Breast Cancer health topic to learn more.

New Article - Mammograms

Mammograms are a process in which x-rays are taken of your breast to
reveal abnormal tissues. Read on for more information about this popular
diagnostic tool for breast cancer in this NetWellness original:
Mammograms by Jennifer B. Manders, MD. Dr. Manders is also available to
answer your questions in the Breast Cancer health topic.

New Article - Sickle Cell Guidelines

By learning about sickle cell disease and understanding the challenges
those with the disease face, teachers and colleagues can develop a plan
of action with the individual to keep them productive and complication
free. In the article "Sickle Cell Classroom and Workplace Guides" by
Eric H. Kraut, MD from The Ohio State University, topics such as how to
prevent pain crises and when to seek medical attention are addressed. To
learn more, please visit the Sickle Cell Anemia health topic.

New Articles - Thrombophilia

Thrombophilia is a medical term used to describe the condition where the
blood has an increased tendency to clot. "The Genetics of
Thrombophilia," written by Elizabeth A. Varga, MS, CGC, and Amy Curry
Sturm, MS, CGC, of The Ohio State University, explains that the cause of
this condition can be either acquired or genetic. Find out more about
two of the genetic causes of thrombophilia in Prothrombin 20210 mutation
and Factor V Leiden mutation. For further information, visit the
Bleeding and Clotting Disorders health topic.

New Article - Thrombosis

Abnormal blood clots in veins or arteries can lead to serious health
problems. This condition, called thrombosis, can be treated by different
blood thinners, such as heparin, low molecular weight heparin, and
warfarin. To learn more about these blood thinners, read the article
written by Elizabeth A. Varga, MS, CGC, of The Ohio State University
called "Treatment of Thrombosis."

New Article - Family Testing for Clotting Disorders

Do you know if you or a family member has an inherited predisposition to
develop blood clots? According to the National Alliance for Thrombosis
and Thrombophilia, 5%-7% of Caucasians have factor V Leiden (a common
change in the clotting factor V) and 2%-3% have a prothrombin mutation
(a change in the clotting factor II). To learn more about genetic
testing for clotting disorders, read "Family Testing for Clotting
Disorders", written by Elizabeth A. Varga, MS, CGC and Amy Curry Sturm,
MS, CGC of The Ohio State University. These experts and their colleagues
from Ohio State are available to answer questions in the Bleeding and
Clotting Disorders health topic.

NetWellness Welcomes New Experts!

NetWellness would like to welcome Zahida Yasin, MD, who is the director
of the University of Cincinnati's Adult Sickle Cell Program. Her
clinical interests are in sickle cell, thalassemia, coagulation
problems, and abnormal blood counts. Dr. Yasin is available to answer
questions in the Sickle Cell Anemia health topic.

NetWellness welcomes expert Elizabeth R. Click, ND, RN, CLE, Assistant
Professor in the Francis Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western
Reserve University. Dr. Click is joined by J. Mac Crawford, PhD, RN,
Assistant Professor in the Division of Environmental Health Sciences of
the School of Public Health at The Ohio State University. These experts
are available to answer your questions in the Worksite Health Center.

NetWellness welcomes expert Irving Kushner, MD, of the Division of
Rheumatology at MetroHealth Medical Center. Dr. Kushner is a Professor
in the School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. Joining
Dr. Kushner are Raymond Hong, MD and Johnny Su, MD, of the Division of
Rheumatology at University Hospitals of Cleveland. Drs. Hong and Su are
both Assistant Professors in the School of Medicine at Case Western
Reserve University. All of these faculty members are available to answer
your questions in the Arthritis and Rheumatism topic. 

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