Dr. Campbell Internal Medicine

02/16/2023

09/07/2015

Happy Labor Day!!!

Summer is winding down, but that doesn't mean the season's high temperatures or the sun's rays can't still harm your health

http://healthland.time.com/2012/08/31/how-to-stay-healthy-this-labor-day-weekend/

Summer is winding down, but that doesn't mean the season's high temperatures or the sun's rays can't still harm your health

08/26/2015

Turner has been studying one of the fundamental biomolecules contributing to human addiction: the mu-opioid receptor. It's a protein in the human body that is affected by many different drugs, from ni****ne to alcohol to he**in.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2015-07/uosc-mmc072215.php

A genetic variant leading to a single change in the amino acid sequence of a cell surface protein, the mu-opioid receptor, is associated with lower susceptibility to a variety of addictive behaviors in humans, including smoking, alcoholism, and morphine abuse. A team of scientists led by Jill Turner…

08/19/2015

You don't think you're hungry, then a friend mentions how hungry he is or you smell some freshly baked pizza and whoaaa, you suddenly feel really hungry.

http://www.sciencecodex.com/know_its_a_placebo_cuboulder_study_shows_the_medicine_could_still_work-162102

You don't think you're hungry, then a friend mentions how hungry he is or you smell some freshly baked pizza and whoaaa, you suddenly feel really hungry. Or, you've had surgery and need a bit of morphine for pain. As soon as you hit that button you feel

08/12/2015

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin think they've found a drug with the potential to prevent relapses for those trying to stay off booze and co***ne.

http://reason.com/blog/2015/06/30/could-a-hypertension-drug-rewire-the-bra

A new study shows a blood pressure medication's potential to prevent relapses by erasing mental associations with alcohol and co***ne.

08/05/2015

Not everyone needs painkillers but some do. Here is a short story of ballet dancers and their interactions with their physician.

http://www.salon.com/2015/07/27/but_what_if_i_actually_need_painkillers/

I'm an opioid user at a moment of extreme opioid anxiety. How do I manage my pain -- and an addictive substance?

07/29/2015

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there’s the equivalent of one bottle of prescription painkillers for every adult American. Meanwhile, 46 people a day die from an overdose of those same painkillers. That’s why New York State is trying to curb the problem of over prescribing.

http://innovationtrail.org/post/state-laws-aim-curb-opioid-over-prescription-and-abuse

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there’s the equivalent of one bottle of prescription painkillers for every adult American. Meanwhile,

07/22/2015

Are we using E-Cigs to end one addictive habit or are we replacing one bad habit with another?

http://www.cnn.com/2015/03/23/health/e-cigarettes-smoking-addiction-ni****ne/index.html

E-cigarettes have become popular with smokers trying to kick their habit, but what are the health implications?

07/15/2015

"People pay attention to celebrity addicts so that we may talk about the real epidemic."

http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/13/showbiz/bob-forrest-profile/index.html

Bob Forrest knows about addiction and consequences. He was one of the worst junkies in Hollywood. Now he helps celebs stay sober. It was a long, strange trip.

07/14/2015

07/08/2015

Indeed, some foods may help stabilize blood sugar or, better yet, your emotional response. Here, 12 foods to reach for when you've just about had enough.

http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/13/health/superfoods-stress-relief/index.html

Here, 12 foods to reach for when you've just about had enough.

07/04/2015

http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20705276,00.html

Happy 4th of July!!!

It is all about what you eat. When you're out having fun on this day remember to mix in some healthy choices. Here are some recipes which can give your BBQ a healthy twist. Enjoy!!!

What's July 4th without apple pie? Celebrate Independence Day with these healthy versions of classic American recipes.