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Face transplant at 21: A photographic documentary
Katie Stubblefield attempted suicide at 18 and as a result, lost most of her face to a gunshot wound. Three years later, she became the country’s youngest face transplant recipient. National Geographic chronicles the journey of Katie and her team at the Cleveland Clinic in a stunning photo series: National Geographic
'Snapchat dysmorphia'
Plastic surgeons are experiencing a disturbing new trend in prospective patients: “Snapchat dysmorphia.” People are now asking doctors to make them look like their Snapchat selfies, which included beautifying filters and other airbrush techniques. Doctors are concerned about the effects that apps like Snapchat and Facetune—which allow users to easily edit their photos—will have on mental health and self-esteem. According to an annual survey conducted by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 55% of surgeons reported patients who wanted surgery specifically to look better in selfies: Washington Post
University distributes Narcan to students
The University of South Carolina is now offering Narcan to all students in order to combat the rising number of opioid overdoses in the state. In the last four years, opioid-related deaths have climbed by 47% and the University is looking to intervene. Law enforcement and health services staff have already had access to Narcan, but the University is now making it available to students. Narcan is a nasal spray and blocks the effects of opiods in just a few minutes and does not require a prescription. The school is currently working to make it free as well as available: WSPA
Fish bite back: Amputation after sushi
A South Korean man unexpectedly had his hand amputated after eating tainted sushi. The 71-year-old suffered for two days with fever and pain in his left hand that started 12 hours after eating sushi. His large blisters developed into necrotic ulcers and doctors were forced to amputate. His hand was infected with vibrio vulnificus, a seawater-based bacteria that is commonly passed on via seafood: Newsweek
Pot & pregnancy: A warning
The American Academy of Pediatrics releases a warning against consuming marijuana while pregnant or breastfeeding. Despite the drug’s growing legality in the US, there are still unknown and potentially harmful effects to a breastfeeding infant. Research shows that substances in marijuana can cross the plancental barrier and have appeared in fetal blood and could put the infant’s health at risk. Cannabinoid concentrations have also studied in breastmilk and more research is needed to determine the safety risks of marijuana around infants: Pediatric News
Face transplant at 21: A photographic documentary
Katie Stubblefield attempted suicide at 18 and as a result, lost most of her face to a gunshot wound. Three years later, she became the country’s youngest face transplant recipient. National Geographic chronicles the journey of Katie and her team at the Cleveland Clinic in a stunning photo series: National Geographic
'Snapchat dysmorphia'
Plastic surgeons are experiencing a disturbing new trend in prospective patients: “Snapchat dysmorphia.” People are now asking doctors to make them look like their Snapchat selfies, which included beautifying filters and other airbrush techniques. Doctors are concerned about the effects that apps like Snapchat and Facetune—which allow users to easily edit their photos—will have on mental health and self-esteem. According to an annual survey conducted by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 55% of surgeons reported patients who wanted surgery specifically to look better in selfies: Washington Post
University distributes Narcan to students
The University of South Carolina is now offering Narcan to all students in order to combat the rising number of opioid overdoses in the state. In the last four years, opioid-related deaths have climbed by 47% and the University is looking to intervene. Law enforcement and health services staff have already had access to Narcan, but the University is now making it available to students. Narcan is a nasal spray and blocks the effects of opiods in just a few minutes and does not require a prescription. The school is currently working to make it free as well as available: WSPA
Fish bite back: Amputation after sushi
A South Korean man unexpectedly had his hand amputated after eating tainted sushi. The 71-year-old suffered for two days with fever and pain in his left hand that started 12 hours after eating sushi. His large blisters developed into necrotic ulcers and doctors were forced to amputate. His hand was infected with vibrio vulnificus, a seawater-based bacteria that is commonly passed on via seafood: Newsweek
Pot & pregnancy: A warning
The American Academy of Pediatrics releases a warning against consuming marijuana while pregnant or breastfeeding. Despite the drug’s growing legality in the US, there are still unknown and potentially harmful effects to a breastfeeding infant. Research shows that substances in marijuana can cross the plancental barrier and have appeared in fetal blood and could put the infant’s health at risk. Cannabinoid concentrations have also studied in breastmilk and more research is needed to determine the safety risks of marijuana around infants: Pediatric News
Face transplant at 21: A photographic documentary
Katie Stubblefield attempted suicide at 18 and as a result, lost most of her face to a gunshot wound. Three years later, she became the country’s youngest face transplant recipient. National Geographic chronicles the journey of Katie and her team at the Cleveland Clinic in a stunning photo series: National Geographic
'Snapchat dysmorphia'
Plastic surgeons are experiencing a disturbing new trend in prospective patients: “Snapchat dysmorphia.” People are now asking doctors to make them look like their Snapchat selfies, which included beautifying filters and other airbrush techniques. Doctors are concerned about the effects that apps like Snapchat and Facetune—which allow users to easily edit their photos—will have on mental health and self-esteem. According to an annual survey conducted by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 55% of surgeons reported patients who wanted surgery specifically to look better in selfies: Washington Post
University distributes Narcan to students
The University of South Carolina is now offering Narcan to all students in order to combat the rising number of opioid overdoses in the state. In the last four years, opioid-related deaths have climbed by 47% and the University is looking to intervene. Law enforcement and health services staff have already had access to Narcan, but the University is now making it available to students. Narcan is a nasal spray and blocks the effects of opiods in just a few minutes and does not require a prescription. The school is currently working to make it free as well as available: WSPA
Fish bite back: Amputation after sushi
A South Korean man unexpectedly had his hand amputated after eating tainted sushi. The 71-year-old suffered for two days with fever and pain in his left hand that started 12 hours after eating sushi. His large blisters developed into necrotic ulcers and doctors were forced to amputate. His hand was infected with vibrio vulnificus, a seawater-based bacteria that is commonly passed on via seafood: Newsweek
Pot & pregnancy: A warning
The American Academy of Pediatrics releases a warning against consuming marijuana while pregnant or breastfeeding. Despite the drug’s growing legality in the US, there are still unknown and potentially harmful effects to a breastfeeding infant. Research shows that substances in marijuana can cross the plancental barrier and have appeared in fetal blood and could put the infant’s health at risk. Cannabinoid concentrations have also studied in breastmilk and more research is needed to determine the safety risks of marijuana around infants: Pediatric News