http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts The Rock River Valley is proud to have medical experts in a wide range of fields. You can tap into their knowledge here. Note: HealthyRockford.com provides content for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice from your health care provider. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:10:50 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) study is a collaborative effort of the Department of Preventive Medicine at Kaiser Permente in San Diego and the Centers for Disease control.  It originated with observations of Dr. Vincent J. Felitti who was conducting a weight loss program in the 1980’s.  The patients having ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/11/12/the-impact-of-adverse-childhood-experiences-part-1/ The kidneys of people with Chronic kidney disease (CKD) function at less than 60 % of normal.  This effects millions of Americans.  One study showed that more than half of people with CKD do not know they have it.  These are the major risk factors for CKD:  diabetes, hypertension, obesity, ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/10/20/why-screen-for-kidney-disease/ My father has known for many years that he had cataracts.  As this is a very common problem for older adults--in fact, many sources claim that over 50% of persons over the age of 65 have cataracts--his diagnosis didn't concern any of us.  Over time, he needed "stronger" prescriptions in ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/09/20/cataracts-common-in-seniors/ (Warning:  Beginning with this blog, the next few will be about childhood trauma.  If you are reading these articles and have a history of being traumatized, these articles could trigger a trauma reaction in you.  If this should happen, contact a mental health care provider immediately).  Near the end of the movie ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/08/03/the-memory-remains/ Whether it's in the garden, on the golf course or taking in a local ball game, seniors should be aware of dangers related to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Because seniors tend to have decreased ability to sweat, tend to have medical issues and due to side effects of some ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/07/21/heat-exhaustion-heat-stroke-for-seniors/ People of all ages of sizes can devolp sleep apnea, a disorder in which people actually stop breathing in their sleep. Undiagnosed and untreated sleep apnea may contribute to daytime fatigue and behavior problems. According to a recent study in the journal of the American College of Chest ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/07/16/sleep-apnea-in-children/ If you grew up with manual typewriters, actual encyclopedias and record albums, you remember the days before computers.  There was no Internet, no Google, no email.  I still remember getting my first computer in the late 1980's.  I opened the boxes, set it up and then stared at it. I ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/06/22/seniors-benefit-from-use-of-computers/ In my last blog, I concluded that “ADHD is a debilitating disorder causing trouble for the child, the parents, and the teachers.”  I also promised to address the issue of how ADHD is diagnosed.  To make a formal diagnosis of a mental disorder in the USA, the Diagnostic and Statistical ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/06/18/diagnosing-adhd/ Doors and windows locked? Check. Lights on a timer? Check. Paper delivery canceled? Check. Trip Itinerary? Check. Swim suit packed? Check! If you are one of the lucky seniors who will be traveling this summer, you'll probably need more than your passport and sun screen while away from home.   One of the most important things ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/05/18/vacation-safety-for-seniors/ I was visiting with a couple of friends over a drink and one of them started talking about her child that has ADHD.  When she paused a moment, my other friend said , “ADHD is over-diagnosed.   It is a plot of the drug companies to sell drugs, and besides, for ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/ourhealthexperts/2009/05/08/taking-a-peek-at-adhd/