Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Daily Digest Bulletin

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Message 1
From: Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion <info@nhic.org>
Date: 04/03/2012
Subject: How to Talk to Your Doctor About Mental Health

Having trouble viewing this email?   View it in your browser.   April 2012 Every Body Deserves a Healthy Mind     As family doctors, it's our job to make our patients feel comfortable talking to us about uncomfortable things.     — Dr. Wright     Most of us know that being healthy means eating right and exercising, but we don’t always think about the impact our mind has on our health. Because the body and mind are so closely related, it’s important to share with your doctor how you are feeling. Mental health problems, like depression, are real illnesses that can be treated. Some people may feel awkward or uncomfortable talking to a doctor about feelings, but it’s nothing to be ashamed of. Lots of people suffer from depression—you are not alone. If you are having a hard time, make an appointment to talk with your doctor. It can help to take some notes with you to the appointment. For example, write down: Any big changes in your life Whether you are sleeping too much or too little How often you feel sad Whether you are having trouble focusing at work or school To start the conversation, you could say something like, “I haven’t been feeling like myself lately.” Remember, talking about depression may be new to you, but it’s part of your doctor’s job. You can feel better. Your doctor can help.   Meet Dr. Wright.   Dr. Wright is a family physician and our Chief Medical Advisor at healthfinder.gov. Join us on Facebook for more tips from Dr. Wright about talking with your doctor. Feel free to share what you think your doctor should consider when talking with you as well. Give Encouragement.   Send an e-card to encourage a loved one to get active. Being active can help you reduce stress. It can also help you feel and look your best. Find Tools You Can Use.   Is someone you know having a hard time? Show your support with these tips for talking about depression, alcohol use, and quitting smoking. Connect with healthfinder.gov

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From: Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion <info@nhic.org>
Date: 04/03/2012
Subject: healthfinder.gov Today's Headlines

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Health Tip: Healthy Eating While Vacationing

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Cut down on rich, high-calorie dishes, for starters

Health Tip: More Reasons to Quit Smoking

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Health risks start to diminish almost immediately

New Stool Test Might Aid in Early Detection of Colon Cancer

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Unlike other such screens, researchers say the test isn't affected by certain lifestyle factors

Prenatal Antipsychotic Drugs Linked to Motor Delays: Study

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Movement, posture, reflexes below normal for many exposed infants

Coffee Drinking in Pregnancy Won't Lead to Sleepless Baby: Study

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

It also found no increase in wakefulness among breast-fed babies whose mothers consumed caffeine

Young Women Who Drink and Drive at Higher Risk of Fatal Accident

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Risk now matches that for young male drivers who drink, researchers say

Health Highlights: April 3, 2012

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Education Level Affects Longevity: Study Cheney Goes Home 10 Days After Heart Transplant Mutant Bird Flu Virus Less Deadly Than Feared: Scientist N

BBQ Danger: Wires From Grill Cleaners Swallowed in Food

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Patients suffer from throat, stomach injuries

Epilepsy Leads to More Brain Abnormalities Over Time

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Scans show increasing anatomical changes in the brains of people with epilepsy as they age

Study Suggests Vaccine May Help Kids With Brain Cancer

04/03/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers report immune system boost and eventual tumor shrinkage in small group of patients

 

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