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Bell’s palsy is the abrupt paralysis of the facial nerve (cranial nerve 7, CN7), resulting in an inability to control facial muscles on the affected side. A common condition, Bell’s palsy has an annual incidence of 11-40 cases per 100 ,000 population. Many patients recover without intervention; however, up to 30% have poor recovery of facial muscle control and experience facial disfigurement, psychological trauma, and facial pain.
From the NHS Choices YouTube channel: Bell's palsy is the temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face. In this video, a speech therapist explains who is most at risk and describes common causes and treatment options available. Helen explains how she dealt with the condition and recovered from it:
Remember:
U MN damage
U pper face is OK (the patient is able to wrinkle his forehead)
LMN damage = patient is unable to wrinkle his forehead (our patient)
The examination of CN 7 palsy can be remembered by the mnemonic COWS:
C lose your eyes
O pen (the examining physician tries to open the patient's eyes)
W rinkle your forehead
S mile
Two main types of pharmacological treatment have been used to improve outcomes from Bell’s palsy:
- steroids
- antivirals.
The rationale for these treatments is based on the presumed pathophysiology of Bell’s palsy, namely inflammation and viral infection.
In a 2009 study published in the BMJ antivirals did not provide an added benefit in achieving at least partial facial muscle recovery compared with steroids alone in patients with Bell’s palsy.
References:
The benefits of steroids versus steroids plus antivirals for treatment of Bell’s palsy: a meta-analysis | BMJ http://bit.ly/YD3iLG
3 Ocak 2013 Perşembe
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars (video)
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A new study from the United Kingdom (BMJ) reveals just how risky rock-and-roll can be - WSJ:
The WSJ summarized the findings of the study published in BMJ:
The research examined 1,489 stars of pop, rock, hip-hop and punk, of whom 137, or 9.2%, died during the five-decade period covered by the study. Nearly 39% of those deaths were caused by factors related to violence or alcohol and drug intake.
North American pop stars were 87.6% as likely to be alive as normal people of the same age and ethnicity—the lowest survival rate of any group identified in the study.
In North America, 23% of solo performers died, versus 10% of band-only stars, the study found. The comparable figures for Europe were 10% versus 5%.
The study doesn't address a widely held belief that drummers are more prone to early death than other musicians.
References:
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars - WSJ.com http://on.wsj.com/V8O79a
The WSJ summarized the findings of the study published in BMJ:
The research examined 1,489 stars of pop, rock, hip-hop and punk, of whom 137, or 9.2%, died during the five-decade period covered by the study. Nearly 39% of those deaths were caused by factors related to violence or alcohol and drug intake.
North American pop stars were 87.6% as likely to be alive as normal people of the same age and ethnicity—the lowest survival rate of any group identified in the study.
In North America, 23% of solo performers died, versus 10% of band-only stars, the study found. The comparable figures for Europe were 10% versus 5%.
The study doesn't address a widely held belief that drummers are more prone to early death than other musicians.
References:
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars - WSJ.com http://on.wsj.com/V8O79a
"We had a very simple idea, that's to see the warmth"
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This ad was created for a Belgian natural gas company. The purpose was to show the TV audience what "warm looks like", says director Olivier Babinet.
"The idea of the film is simple. How to visualize the warmth of natural gas? By the use of the stop motion technic, we see how warmth spreads through the house as knitted wool."
Here is how they did it, carefully attaching yards of yarn to walls, radiators, and pipes, 40 people working 4 days and nights:
References:
It's December. Brrrr. Is My House Shivering? Krulwich Wonders. NPR http://n.pr/Y97YmJ
A house that knits itself | Colossal http://bit.ly/Y98xNl
This ad was created for a Belgian natural gas company. The purpose was to show the TV audience what "warm looks like", says director Olivier Babinet.
"The idea of the film is simple. How to visualize the warmth of natural gas? By the use of the stop motion technic, we see how warmth spreads through the house as knitted wool."
Here is how they did it, carefully attaching yards of yarn to walls, radiators, and pipes, 40 people working 4 days and nights:
References:
It's December. Brrrr. Is My House Shivering? Krulwich Wonders. NPR http://n.pr/Y97YmJ
A house that knits itself | Colossal http://bit.ly/Y98xNl
2 Ocak 2013 Çarşamba
Bell's palsy - NHS video
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Bell’s palsy is the abrupt paralysis of the facial nerve (cranial nerve 7, CN7), resulting in an inability to control facial muscles on the affected side. A common condition, Bell’s palsy has an annual incidence of 11-40 cases per 100 ,000 population. Many patients recover without intervention; however, up to 30% have poor recovery of facial muscle control and experience facial disfigurement, psychological trauma, and facial pain.
From the NHS Choices YouTube channel: Bell's palsy is the temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face. In this video, a speech therapist explains who is most at risk and describes common causes and treatment options available. Helen explains how she dealt with the condition and recovered from it:
Remember:
U MN damage
U pper face is OK (the patient is able to wrinkle his forehead)
LMN damage = patient is unable to wrinkle his forehead (our patient)
The examination of CN 7 palsy can be remembered by the mnemonic COWS:
C lose your eyes
O pen (the examining physician tries to open the patient's eyes)
W rinkle your forehead
S mile
Two main types of pharmacological treatment have been used to improve outcomes from Bell’s palsy:
- steroids
- antivirals.
The rationale for these treatments is based on the presumed pathophysiology of Bell’s palsy, namely inflammation and viral infection.
In a 2009 study published in the BMJ antivirals did not provide an added benefit in achieving at least partial facial muscle recovery compared with steroids alone in patients with Bell’s palsy.
References:
The benefits of steroids versus steroids plus antivirals for treatment of Bell’s palsy: a meta-analysis | BMJ http://bit.ly/YD3iLG
From the NHS Choices YouTube channel: Bell's palsy is the temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face. In this video, a speech therapist explains who is most at risk and describes common causes and treatment options available. Helen explains how she dealt with the condition and recovered from it:
Remember:
U MN damage
U pper face is OK (the patient is able to wrinkle his forehead)
LMN damage = patient is unable to wrinkle his forehead (our patient)
The examination of CN 7 palsy can be remembered by the mnemonic COWS:
C lose your eyes
O pen (the examining physician tries to open the patient's eyes)
W rinkle your forehead
S mile
Two main types of pharmacological treatment have been used to improve outcomes from Bell’s palsy:
- steroids
- antivirals.
The rationale for these treatments is based on the presumed pathophysiology of Bell’s palsy, namely inflammation and viral infection.
In a 2009 study published in the BMJ antivirals did not provide an added benefit in achieving at least partial facial muscle recovery compared with steroids alone in patients with Bell’s palsy.
References:
The benefits of steroids versus steroids plus antivirals for treatment of Bell’s palsy: a meta-analysis | BMJ http://bit.ly/YD3iLG
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars (video)
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A new study from the United Kingdom (BMJ) reveals just how risky rock-and-roll can be - WSJ:
The WSJ summarized the findings of the study published in BMJ:
The research examined 1,489 stars of pop, rock, hip-hop and punk, of whom 137, or 9.2%, died during the five-decade period covered by the study. Nearly 39% of those deaths were caused by factors related to violence or alcohol and drug intake.
North American pop stars were 87.6% as likely to be alive as normal people of the same age and ethnicity—the lowest survival rate of any group identified in the study.
In North America, 23% of solo performers died, versus 10% of band-only stars, the study found. The comparable figures for Europe were 10% versus 5%.
The study doesn't address a widely held belief that drummers are more prone to early death than other musicians.
References:
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars - WSJ.com http://on.wsj.com/V8O79a
The WSJ summarized the findings of the study published in BMJ:
The research examined 1,489 stars of pop, rock, hip-hop and punk, of whom 137, or 9.2%, died during the five-decade period covered by the study. Nearly 39% of those deaths were caused by factors related to violence or alcohol and drug intake.
North American pop stars were 87.6% as likely to be alive as normal people of the same age and ethnicity—the lowest survival rate of any group identified in the study.
In North America, 23% of solo performers died, versus 10% of band-only stars, the study found. The comparable figures for Europe were 10% versus 5%.
The study doesn't address a widely held belief that drummers are more prone to early death than other musicians.
References:
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars - WSJ.com http://on.wsj.com/V8O79a
"We had a very simple idea, that's to see the warmth"
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This ad was created for a Belgian natural gas company. The purpose was to show the TV audience what "warm looks like", says director Olivier Babinet.
"The idea of the film is simple. How to visualize the warmth of natural gas? By the use of the stop motion technic, we see how warmth spreads through the house as knitted wool."
Here is how they did it, carefully attaching yards of yarn to walls, radiators, and pipes, 40 people working 4 days and nights:
References:
It's December. Brrrr. Is My House Shivering? Krulwich Wonders. NPR http://n.pr/Y97YmJ
A house that knits itself | Colossal http://bit.ly/Y98xNl
This ad was created for a Belgian natural gas company. The purpose was to show the TV audience what "warm looks like", says director Olivier Babinet.
"The idea of the film is simple. How to visualize the warmth of natural gas? By the use of the stop motion technic, we see how warmth spreads through the house as knitted wool."
Here is how they did it, carefully attaching yards of yarn to walls, radiators, and pipes, 40 people working 4 days and nights:
References:
It's December. Brrrr. Is My House Shivering? Krulwich Wonders. NPR http://n.pr/Y97YmJ
A house that knits itself | Colossal http://bit.ly/Y98xNl
This year, pick just ONE resolution that will make you happier
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From Christine Carter, Ph.D. who blogs at Raising Happiness:
"This year, pick just one resolution that research shows will make you happier:
1. Spend more time with friends
2. Everyday, find a way to give something to somebody. My favorite happiness booster is to give thanks
3. Get more sleep and exercise"
Here is a simple book on the topic that I like:
References:
3 New Year’s Resolutions that Will Make You Happier | Greater Good
"This year, pick just one resolution that research shows will make you happier:
1. Spend more time with friends
2. Everyday, find a way to give something to somebody. My favorite happiness booster is to give thanks
3. Get more sleep and exercise"
Here is a simple book on the topic that I like:
References:
3 New Year’s Resolutions that Will Make You Happier | Greater Good
1 Ocak 2013 Salı
Bell's palsy - NHS video
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Bell’s palsy is the abrupt paralysis of the facial nerve (cranial nerve 7, CN7), resulting in an inability to control facial muscles on the affected side. A common condition, Bell’s palsy has an annual incidence of 11-40 cases per 100 ,000 population. Many patients recover without intervention; however, up to 30% have poor recovery of facial muscle control and experience facial disfigurement, psychological trauma, and facial pain.
From the NHS Choices YouTube channel: Bell's palsy is the temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face. In this video, a speech therapist explains who is most at risk and describes common causes and treatment options available. Helen explains how she dealt with the condition and recovered from it:
Remember:
U MN damage
U pper face is OK (the patient is able to wrinkle his forehead)
LMN damage = patient is unable to wrinkle his forehead (our patient)
The examination of CN 7 palsy can be remembered by the mnemonic COWS:
C lose your eyes
O pen (the examining physician tries to open the patient's eyes)
W rinkle your forehead
S mile
Two main types of pharmacological treatment have been used to improve outcomes from Bell’s palsy:
- steroids
- antivirals.
The rationale for these treatments is based on the presumed pathophysiology of Bell’s palsy, namely inflammation and viral infection.
In a 2009 study published in the BMJ antivirals did not provide an added benefit in achieving at least partial facial muscle recovery compared with steroids alone in patients with Bell’s palsy.
References:
The benefits of steroids versus steroids plus antivirals for treatment of Bell’s palsy: a meta-analysis | BMJ http://bit.ly/YD3iLG
From the NHS Choices YouTube channel: Bell's palsy is the temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles in one side of the face. In this video, a speech therapist explains who is most at risk and describes common causes and treatment options available. Helen explains how she dealt with the condition and recovered from it:
Remember:
U MN damage
U pper face is OK (the patient is able to wrinkle his forehead)
LMN damage = patient is unable to wrinkle his forehead (our patient)
The examination of CN 7 palsy can be remembered by the mnemonic COWS:
C lose your eyes
O pen (the examining physician tries to open the patient's eyes)
W rinkle your forehead
S mile
Two main types of pharmacological treatment have been used to improve outcomes from Bell’s palsy:
- steroids
- antivirals.
The rationale for these treatments is based on the presumed pathophysiology of Bell’s palsy, namely inflammation and viral infection.
In a 2009 study published in the BMJ antivirals did not provide an added benefit in achieving at least partial facial muscle recovery compared with steroids alone in patients with Bell’s palsy.
References:
The benefits of steroids versus steroids plus antivirals for treatment of Bell’s palsy: a meta-analysis | BMJ http://bit.ly/YD3iLG
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars (video)
To contact us Click HERE
A new study from the United Kingdom (BMJ) reveals just how risky rock-and-roll can be - WSJ:
The WSJ summarized the findings of the study published in BMJ:
The research examined 1,489 stars of pop, rock, hip-hop and punk, of whom 137, or 9.2%, died during the five-decade period covered by the study. Nearly 39% of those deaths were caused by factors related to violence or alcohol and drug intake.
North American pop stars were 87.6% as likely to be alive as normal people of the same age and ethnicity—the lowest survival rate of any group identified in the study.
In North America, 23% of solo performers died, versus 10% of band-only stars, the study found. The comparable figures for Europe were 10% versus 5%.
The study doesn't address a widely held belief that drummers are more prone to early death than other musicians.
References:
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars - WSJ.com http://on.wsj.com/V8O79a
The WSJ summarized the findings of the study published in BMJ:
The research examined 1,489 stars of pop, rock, hip-hop and punk, of whom 137, or 9.2%, died during the five-decade period covered by the study. Nearly 39% of those deaths were caused by factors related to violence or alcohol and drug intake.
North American pop stars were 87.6% as likely to be alive as normal people of the same age and ethnicity—the lowest survival rate of any group identified in the study.
In North America, 23% of solo performers died, versus 10% of band-only stars, the study found. The comparable figures for Europe were 10% versus 5%.
The study doesn't address a widely held belief that drummers are more prone to early death than other musicians.
References:
Long Live Rock 'n' Roll? Study Shows Risk to Stars - WSJ.com http://on.wsj.com/V8O79a
"We had a very simple idea, that's to see the warmth"
To contact us Click HERE
This ad was created for a Belgian natural gas company. The purpose was to show the TV audience what "warm looks like", says director Olivier Babinet.
"The idea of the film is simple. How to visualize the warmth of natural gas? By the use of the stop motion technic, we see how warmth spreads through the house as knitted wool."
Here is how they did it, carefully attaching yards of yarn to walls, radiators, and pipes, 40 people working 4 days and nights:
References:
It's December. Brrrr. Is My House Shivering? Krulwich Wonders. NPR http://n.pr/Y97YmJ
A house that knits itself | Colossal http://bit.ly/Y98xNl
This ad was created for a Belgian natural gas company. The purpose was to show the TV audience what "warm looks like", says director Olivier Babinet.
"The idea of the film is simple. How to visualize the warmth of natural gas? By the use of the stop motion technic, we see how warmth spreads through the house as knitted wool."
Here is how they did it, carefully attaching yards of yarn to walls, radiators, and pipes, 40 people working 4 days and nights:
References:
It's December. Brrrr. Is My House Shivering? Krulwich Wonders. NPR http://n.pr/Y97YmJ
A house that knits itself | Colossal http://bit.ly/Y98xNl
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