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Proton Therapy

Proton Therapy sends beams of high energy that target tumor cells more precisely than other forms of radiation — protecting surrounding healthy tissue in the process. It’s ideal for treating tumors in or near sensitive areas such as the brain, eyes, spinal cord, heart, major blood vessels & nerves. https://bit.ly/40g5JEG

Proton Therapy Proton therapy, also known as proton beam therapy, is a form of radiation treatment used to destroy tumor cells. Learn more about proton therapy from the experts at Johns Hopkins.

When it comes to heart health, doctors suggest slowly introducing your child to exercise

"Don’t go from zero to a hundred instantly, but you allow kids to acclimate and get used to whatever the sport is they are doing," Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital expert Dr. Mauriello explains. https://bit.ly/40ctRbB

When it comes to heart health, doctors suggest slowly introducing your child to exercise Regular exercise is the one prescription all doctors can agree on for children.

Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. Here’s what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3nccCZ3

Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition. It is far more common than generally understood. Sleep apnea happens in all age groups and both genders.

Stridor Versus Wheezing: When Noisy Breathing Is Something More

Breathing sounds that kids make can be scary for parents, yet stridor and wheezing are remarkably common among infants and toddlers. Get the facts so you know how to respond to your child. https://bit.ly/3JJlUUh

Stridor Versus Wheezing: When Noisy Breathing Is Something More Stridor Versus Wheezing: When Noisy Breathing Is Something More Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Share on Pinterest Share via Email Print this Page Ear Nose and Throat Head and Neck Pediatric ENT (Otolaryngology) Featured Expert: Jonathan Walsh, M.D. Many parents spend the first....

Allergy season started sooner, and more people are sneezing

"That led to us really becoming curious as to what the relationship may be," said Dr. Kim, "And it really does make a lot of sense - you have warmer climates, so you’ll have longer growing seasons, more pollen, pollen coming out earlier, and staying longer." https://bit.ly/3nkGEtC

Allergy season started sooner, and more people are sneezing It’s the first week of spring, and with the warmer weather comes a price: allergies. Scientists are noticing an earlier allergy season, and a larger prevalence of allergies.

Why Do Some 80-Year-Olds Seem Like They’re 60? (And Some 60-Year-Olds Seem Closer to 80?)

Why Do Some 80-Year-Olds Seem Like They’re 60? (And Some 60-Year-Olds Seem Closer to 80?) Growing old is wonderful, but also mysterious and often frightening. Read how the Johns Hopkins Human Aging Project is bringing together experts from the schools of medicine, public health, nursing, business and engineering to shine light on the factors that influence age, in order to help people stay active and healthy in their later years. https://bit.ly/3JGWqGQ

Why Do Some 80-Year-Olds Seem Like They’re 60? (And Some 60-Year-Olds Seem Closer to 80?) News and Publications > Articles Why Do Some 80-Year-Olds Seem Like They’re 60? (And Some 60-Year-Olds Seem Closer to 80?) Why Do Some 80-Year-Olds Seem Like They’re 60? (And Some 60-Year-Olds Seem Closer to 80?) By Karen Nitkin on 03/14/2023 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedI...

5 Tips for Living Better with Glaucoma

“Strict adherence to medication is the single most important thing a patient with can do to keep their vision from worsening,” says Wilmer Eye Institute ophthalmologist Dr. Jithin Yohannan. Learn more about this and other tips to help navigate life with glaucoma. https://bit.ly/3G75S5F

5 Tips for Living Better with Glaucoma While glaucoma can lead to irreversible blindness, lifestyle changes and medication can reduce its impact. These tips from a Johns Hopkins expert can help live better with glaucoma.

Maine Hospital Using AI to Record Patient Conversations

“The major concerns I would have here is I’m not sure the computer would be smart enough to know what is important [enough] to pull out into the note,” said Dr. Shravani Durbhakula, a pain physician and anesthesiologist at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, which doesn’t use tools like DAX to automate clinical notes. “You could miss critical information.” https://bit.ly/40n5IP0

Maine Hospital Using AI to Record Patient Conversations Doctors spend a lot of time entering clinical notes into patient charts at the end of the day. But a new artificial intelligence program could do away with this practice for good. MaineHealth recently announced it is using AI to automatically record conversations between doctors and their patients d...

The Power of Positive Thinking

If you’re someone who tends to be “glass half-empty,” then the news that a positive outlook can boost your health may just add to your pessimism. But take heart. You can train yourself to become a more optimistic, cheerful person — and improve your health in the process. https://bit.ly/3JEbqVQ

The Power of Positive Thinking Are you a glass-half-full or glass-half-empty kind of person? The answer could make a difference in your heart health.

5 Foods to Avoid if You Have IBS

Up to 70% of adults have trouble digesting dairy, which is why products made with cow’s milk are often a problem for people with IIBS. Find out 4 other foods you should avoid eating. https://bit.ly/3FIuqBH

5 Foods to Avoid if You Have IBS About 10 to 15 percent of Americans suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a chronic condition that can cause bloating, gas, abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits. Avoiding these five foods may bring some relief.

5 Healthy Habits That Help You During Lung Cancer Treatment

Battling cancer is tough. In fact, people often fear cancer treatments as much as the disease itself. Learn from interventional pulmonologist Dr. Lonny Yarmus, which 5 healthy habits can help you better withstand the side effects of treatment. https://bit.ly/3JU9tWK

5 Healthy Habits That Help You During Lung Cancer Treatment If you’re fighting cancer, healthy living can improve your quality of life during and after lung cancer treatment.

5 Myths About Multiple Sclerosis and Depression

“While depression is common in individuals with MS, it is not universal and shouldn’t be considered normal or expected,” says rehabilitation psychologist Dr. Abbey Hughes. https://bit.ly/3LAAEas

5 Myths About Multiple Sclerosis and Depression Depression affects one in two people with multiple sclerosis over the course of their life. But due to some of the misconceptions surrounding depression, it remains underreported and undertreated.

Match Day at Johns Hopkins University is in person once again

“Having it in person, it definitely adds another level, excitement level is at an all time high, partly scary but I love this moment and it's great to have my family here as well and be surrounded with people I love,” one Johns Hopkins graduate said. https://bit.ly/3JttJgI

Match Day at Johns Hopkins University is in person once again This is the day medical students learn where they will be doing their residencies. There they will focus on one field of study and get hands on experience working directly with patients.

Treatment of Cervical Insufficiency

Cervical insufficiency (formerly called an incompetent cervix), is a condition where your cervix becomes short or opens earlier than it should during a pregnancy. This unfortunately can lead to losing a pregnancy or delivering preterm, which can put a baby and mother at risk of health issues as well. Join Johns Hopkins maternal-fetal medicine expert, Dr. Torre Halscott, to learn about the current evidence to diagnose cervical insufficiency and the treatments available to help, including cervical cerclage. https://bit.ly/40kjWAh

Treatment of Cervical Insufficiency Join maternal-fetal medicine expert Torre Halscott to learn about the current evidence to diagnose cervical insufficiency and treatments available to help.

Plastic Surgery for Lymphedema: Tiffany’s Story

"Tiffany Howe had been living with progressively worsening lymphedema in her leg since birth. She had undergone several treatments, including liposuction and regular manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and compression wraps. But her condition kept worsening, making it hard for Tiffany to walk or work, and the threat of amputation was becoming more real.

After researching several doctors and treatments, Tiffany underwent a series of surgeries at Johns Hopkins. Today she’s walking, driving and participating in more activities with her teenage daughter. She continues to advocate for herself and others with lymphedema. “People get scared with this diagnosis,” she says, “but you can accomplish a lot when you stay on top of it.”" https://bit.ly/3TrFxEv

Plastic Surgery for Lymphedema: Tiffany’s Story A young mother debilitated by primary lymphedema becomes her own advocate and finds compassionate surgical treatment at Johns Hopkins.

Think Twice About Following Food Trends

When it comes to food trends, it’s best to take them with a grain of salt. “It’s better to ignore the hype about individual foods and instead try for an overall healthy eating pattern,” says cardiologist Dr. Michael Blaha. https://bit.ly/3JpWlqX

Think Twice About Following Food Trends You don’t need a pantry stocked with trendy health foods to eat a heart-healthy diet. Learn what the best diet is to prevent heart disease and live longer.

Today is the day. Medical students from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and across the country will celebrate Match Day and find out where they will train next year.

Sleep and Aging: What's Normal?

Achieving restful sleep isn’t always easy, especially as we age. Learn healthy ways to enhance your zzz's with this infographic. https://bit.ly/3ZSj3il

Sleep and Aging: What's Normal? Aging itself doesn't seem to account for sleep complaints in older adults -- but maybe it should.

Mental Health Among African American Women

“Anyone can experience mental illness. There is no group, gender, sexual identity, race or cultural belief that can prevent it from occurring,” says Dr. Erica Richards, chair and medical director of the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health at Sibley Memorial Hospital, Johns Hopkins Medicine. https://bit.ly/3Lpw3YA

Mental Health Among African American Women Too often, women of color try to tackle depression and anxiety on their own.

Preventing Premature Birth

No one knows for sure what causes preterm labor. But there are risk factors that may make you more likely than other women to start labor early. Learn about all the risk factors and talk to your obstetrics provider about what you can do to help reduce your risk for preterm labor. https://bit.ly/42jEFWw

Preventing Premature Birth No one knows for sure what causes preterm labor. But there are things that may make you more likely than other women to start labor early.

Answering your sleep questions | Verify

"The main measurement is how refreshed they feel when they wake up and how alert they are during the day," said Dr. Hassan Chami, recommending adding more sleep in 30 minute increments until you find you're well rested. https://bit.ly/3yHDSkF

Answering your sleep questions | Verify Naps? Sleeping in on weekends? We turn to experts to help you get better rest

Revision Surgery after a Failed Previous Joint Replacement

Many factors including, worn or loose implants, damaged prostheses and even infection can lead to patients needing revision surgery after a hip or knee replacement. Join Johns Hopkins orthopaedic surgeon Savyasachi “Savya” Thakkar on March 17 to learn about the different causes and approaches to revision surgery after a failed joint replacement and what you need to know if you have had a hip or knee replacement. https://bit.ly/3yDKS1Z

Revision Surgery after a Failed Previous Joint Replacement Learn about different approaches to revision surgery after a failed joint replacement and what you need to know if you’ve had a hip or knee replacement.

Noninvasive Brain Stimulation: Michael's Story

Michael had a series of injuries, starting with a fall in the bathroom that led to a traumatic brain injury. After an extensive recovery, Michael was told he had reached the limit of what he could do. Not willing to accept this, he researched until he found the Noninvasive Brain Stimulation program. https://bit.ly/3JG5Zap

Noninvasive Brain Stimulation: Michael's Story Michael had a series of different injuries that led to a traumatic brain injury. Following rehabilitation, Michael was told he had reached his limit on what he could do. Research led to the Johns Hopkins Noninvasive Brain Stimulation (NIBS) program that helped set Michael on a path to recovery.

Melanoma: What Women Need to Know About This Skin Cancer

How do you tell the normal bumps and spots on your skin from something your doctor should look at? A dermatologist provides tips to help you identify signs of melanoma and other skin cancers — and practical ways to avoid them. Even during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important to check your skin and call your doctor if you see anything that looks suspicious. Ask about video visits or in-person appointments. https://bit.ly/3LqXG3C

Melanoma: What Women Need to Know About This Skin Cancer Melanomas are treatable when caught early so it's important to examine your skin regularly.

Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health: 3 Common Challenges

Physical symptoms of multiple sclerosis can be severe and limiting. However, emotional changes and mental health challenges can be just as (if not more) disabling. Rehabilitation neuropsychologist Dr. Meghan Beier discusses mood and mental health concerns for people with MS and how to address them. https://bit.ly/3TjJvz1

Multiple Sclerosis and Mental Health: 3 Common Challenges Depression and anxiety are common mental health conditions in people with multiple sclerosis. Learn how to recognize and address them.

Jayden and our patient academics department agree that the best way to study Pi (π or 3.14) is with a slice of pizza pie, made fresh in the Dialysis Center at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.

Each year, 3/14 marks a celebration of Pi day, a time to learn about the mathematical constant π - the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. 🥧

HPV Is Linked to Head and Neck Cancer

In 2000 Johns Hopkins scientists, including oncologist Maura Gillison and virologist Keerti Shah, show that HPV, a virus that affects up to 90 percent of us, not only increases the risk for cervical cancer but cancers of the head and neck too. https://bit.ly/3FlEArK

HPV Is Linked to Head and Neck Cancer Oncologist Maura Gillison, virologist Keerti V. Shah and colleagues show that human papilloma virus, already known to be a cause of cervical cancer, is also strongly associated with cancers that develop in the throat at the base of the tongue and tonsils.

Swallowing Disorders

Swallowing is an unconscious movement that occurs daily. Different swallowing disorders encompass a variety of causes and treatment plans. Learn more about swallowing disorders. https://bit.ly/42b380s

Swallowing Disorders Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) affects your quality of life and your health. The ability to safely swallow is vital for adequate nutrition and hydration, and it prevents foods and liquids from entering your lungs, where they can cause pneumonia.

Why Cholesterol Matters for Women

You’ve likely heard that cholesterol is a major factor in heart health. But how does it affect women? Cardiologist Dr. Erin Michos explains how cholesterol is calculated, how it affects women differently than men and what lifestyle changes women can make to lower it. https://bit.ly/3lb548o

Why Cholesterol Matters for Women Many women are at risk for high cholesterol. A Johns Hopkins cardiologist offers tips to better understand cholesterol and its effects.

Cataract Surgery

What is the most commonly performed surgical procedure in U.S. medicine? Would you have guessed cataract surgery? Learn more about the procedure that helps restore visual capabilities for millions of people each year. https://bit.ly/3YJkxKq

Cataract Surgery Cataract surgery is a commonly performed surgical procedure that involves swapping out the cloudy natural lens of the eye with a new artificial lens.

Johns Hopkins Medicine Offers Unconscious Bias Training to Community Health Providers

“Our goal is to raise awareness and encourage people to change behaviors,” says facilitator Cheri Wilson. “This will help reduce health care disparities and promote health equity. It will also create more welcoming and inclusive environments.” https://bit.ly/3JApzF5

Johns Hopkins Medicine Offers Unconscious Bias Training to Community Health Providers News and Publications > Articles Johns Hopkins Medicine Offers Unconscious Bias Training to Community Health Providers Johns Hopkins Medicine Offers Unconscious Bias Training to Community Health Providers More than 900 providers have completed the training with Johns Hopkins Medicine. A one-hour, ...

Diabetes and Vision: Understanding the Link

High blood sugar levels in people with diabetes can affect the entire body, including the eyes. Learn how to take steps to protect your vision. https://bit.ly/3yuKW43

Diabetes and Vision: Understanding the Link Uncontrolled blood sugar can affect you from head to toe—including your eyes. Here’s what you need to know.

Former Smokers: What's Your Risk for Lung Cancer?

It’s no secret that smoking causes lung cancer. Even if you kicked the habit decades ago, you may require additional screening. From cancer screening schedules to the safety of ecigarettes, learn how to protect yourself from premature death. https://bit.ly/3mMvTQQ

Former Smokers: What's Your Risk for Lung Cancer? You quit smoking years ago—maybe even decades ago—and in the years since, you’ve lived a healthier lifestyle. Still, you can’t help wondering if your old habits might have left you with a higher risk of lung cancer.

Johns Hopkins Peer Recovery Specialist Helps Opioid Overdose Survivors

“The work you do here is forming a model for the nation,” said Rahul Gupta, director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, during a recent visit to The Johns Hopkins Hospital. https://bit.ly/4225634

Johns Hopkins Peer Recovery Specialist Helps Opioid Overdose Survivors News and Publications > Articles Johns Hopkins Peer Recovery Specialist Helps Opioid Overdose Survivors Photo by Keith Weller Johns Hopkins Peer Recovery Specialist Helps Opioid Overdose Survivors Survivors of opioid overdose are at high risk of dying in the year after an overdose. Patrice Brown i...

Hypertension: What You Need to Know as You Age

Even if you have no other risk factors for high blood pressure (hypertension), simply aging is enough to put you at greater risk. But there are steps you can take to lower your risk and live a healthy, active life. https://bit.ly/3mEbc9v

Hypertension: What You Need to Know as You Age You can’t see high blood pressure, also called hypertension. And most of the time, you can’t feel it.

Treating Lymphedema

Risk of lymphedema increases after surgery — for instance, to remove the lymph nodes during breast reconstruction after cancer. If caught soon enough, home treatments can provide relief. https://bit.ly/3ysE0Eu

Treating Lymphedema Treatment for lymphedema depends on the severity and extent of the condition. Prevention and controlling symptoms are important since there is no cure.

Pursuing Equity for Women in Science and Medicine at Johns Hopkins

Currently, women comprise approximately half of the total full-time faculty, including all associate professors and full professors, in the school of medicine. While the number of women professors and women in leadership positions is increasing, women are still disproportionately behind men in terms of professional opportunity. Learn how the Office of Women in Science and Medicine is working to improve equity at Johns Hopkins. https://bit.ly/3T2wEkR

Pursuing Equity for Women in Science and Medicine at Johns Hopkins News and Publications > Articles Pursuing Equity for Women in Science and Medicine at Johns Hopkins From left: Marcia “Mimi” Canto, Maria Oliva-Hemker, Jennifer Lawton and Akila Viswanathan Pursuing Equity for Women in Science and Medicine at Johns Hopkins By Michael Keating on 03/08/2023 Shar...