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Can you trust online 'user reviews' of hospitals?
news.consumerreports.org — “You might feel comfortable choosing a car or washing machine based at least in part on what other people say online. But how about picking a hospital? A new British study suggests those hospital user reviews can be helpful. The...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on May 1, 2012 at 3:46 pm By:
Lisa Gualtieri Health Social Media
Could cultural differences between UK and US impact "user reviews" of hospitals? http://t.co/HEfd1EL4 via @consumerreports
A tribute to two champions of breakfast
news.consumerreports.org — “Two octogenarian entrepreneurs who helped change the taste of breakfast died recently: Murray Lender, who with his brothers parlayed their father's local bagelry into a national brand that last year sold more than 23 million packages. And Samuel Glazer who...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on March 24, 2012 at 2:25 pm By:
Ryan Turner Health Social Media
Murray Lender + Samuel Glazer: A tribute to two champions of breakfast http://t.co/TZrCY02Z via @ConsumerReports
Herbal danger: You'll rue taking rue
news.consumerreports.org — “The small, flowering evergreen shrub with a bitter smell known as rue, ruda, ruta, or Herb De Grace, can be found in many parts of the world. Historically, it has been used medicinally, as a flavor ingredient in foods and...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on March 16, 2012 at 11:11 pm By:
Herbal danger: Don't rue taking rue http://t.co/s9gNV7s6
A dehumidifier can help bring relief to allergy sufferers
news.consumerreports.org — “As the warmest winter in over a decade, and the fourth warmest on record, comes to a close, allergy sufferers are bracing for an early release of tree pollen, which could lead to a longer, harder allergy season than normal....” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on March 14, 2012 at 6:01 pm By:
A dehumidifier can help bring relief to allergy sufferers http://t.co/z1h6nZqg
CDC warns about 'deadly diarrhea germ'
news.consumerreports.org — “Some 14,000 Americans die every year from a bacterial infection known as Clostridium difficile, or C. diff. for short, and another 300,000 are hospitalized, according to a report released today from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And unlike...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on March 7, 2012 at 9:32 pm By:
CDC warns about 'deadly diarrhea germ' http://t.co/Xf7H3M9b via @CR_health #ptsafety
Kelty jogging strollers recalled for risk of falls and injuries
news.consumerreports.org — “About 3,000 Kelty jogging strollers are being recalled by Kelty, a division of American Recreation Products. The front wheels of the recalled baby strollers—the Kelty Speedster Swivel Deluxe and the Kelty Swivel Deuce—can become loose and cause tip-overs, possibly injuring...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on February 24, 2012 at 11:16 pm By:
Adam Rinde, ND CAM and Naturopathic Doctor
Just an FYI for my patients, friends, and colleagues with kiddos: http://t.co/si40aSOi
What you need to know about water softeners
news.consumerreports.org — “Hard water contains calcium, magnesium, and other dissolved minerals. The water is safe to drink, but it can leave a residue on showers and dishes, and deposits inside appliances that use hot water. Over time, that buildup can affect performance...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on January 10, 2012 at 2:56 pm By:
NSF Food Safety Health Organization
What you need to know about water softeners: http://t.co/jyyd0NaL via @AddThis
Tips for keeping dental care costs down
news.consumerreports.org — “The biggest reason for delaying dental care is cost, according to our new survey that asked readers to describe the dental health and cosmetic treatments they received in the last five years. Among other findings in the survey, conducted by...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on January 4, 2012 at 5:29 pm By:
Stephen Meyers, MD Doctor, Family Medicine Doctor, and Physician
Tips for keeping dental care costs down http://t.co/DOUBkrLO RT @CRHealthBeat
Retractable leashes pose problems for people and their pets
news.consumerreports.org — “Heather Todd didn’t bring a leash with her the day she took her pooch Penny to a pond near Boston in 2005. So she borrowed a retractable dog leash to help keep her Labrador retriever in check. But it...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
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Recall: Iams dry dog food—unacceptable levels of the toxin Aflatoxin
news.consumerreports.org — “One lot of P&G's Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food is being recalled due to high levels of a naturally-occurring toxin that can sicken pets, Proctor & Gamble and the U.S. Food and Drug administration announced today. According...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on December 7, 2011 at 2:16 pm By:
Big Creek Pet Hosp Veterinarian
RT @paw_people Recall: Iams dry dog food—unacceptable levels of the toxin Aflatoxin: http://t.co/IJH9V24z #dogfood
EU bans full-body X-ray scanners due to health concerns
news.consumerreports.org — “Full-body scanners that use X-ray technology for security screening purposes will be banned at Europe's airports because of radiation risks and concerns, said the European Union (EU) on Monday. The scanners screen airline passengers for hidden explosive devices, hundreds of...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on November 16, 2011 at 9:01 pm By:
RT @GingerCRHealth: RT @consumerreports: EU bans full-body X-ray scanners due to #health concerns http://t.co/YOcEs44a
New study links Chantix with suicide and depression
news.consumerreports.org — “The popular anti-smoking drug varenicline, which is sold under the brand names Chantix and Champix, is more strongly linked to suicide, suicide attempts, and depression than some other common smoking-cessation aids, according to a study out today in the online...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on November 8, 2011 at 12:29 am By:
Another tip from @CRHealth: Try safer alternatives first. New study links Chantix with suicide and depression http://t.co/vZG0Xyzd
FDA approves Cialis for treating enlarged prostate symptoms
news.consumerreports.org — “The erectile dysfunction drug Cialis (tadalafil) was approved by the Food and Drug Administration late Thursday for the treatment of urinary problems in men due to an enlarged prostate. But we still think other options, including lifestyle changes and, if...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on November 8, 2011 at 12:27 am By:
FDA approves Cialis for treating enlarged prostate symptoms. Lifestyle changes should be tried first. http://t.co/vziwhEDE via @CRHealth
Obama issues executive order to address drug-shortage crisis
news.consumerreports.org — “President Obama is directing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to reduce and prevent prescription drug shortages, as well as prevent price gouging. The number of reported prescription drug shortages in the United States nearly tripled between 2005 and 2010,...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on October 31, 2011 at 9:06 pm By:
Luis Saldana Doctor, Emergency Physician, and Physician
Obama issues executive order to address drug-shortage crisis http://t.co/wmlOdr4W huh?
Recall: Giant Eagle shredded iceberg lettuce—listeria
news.consumerreports.org — “The supermarket chain Giant Eagle recalled its name brand, Farmer's Market Shredded Iceberg Lettuce this week due to potential listeria contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced. Giant Eagle was told by the FDA of listeria monocytogenes found...” View full resource at news.consumerreports.org
Most Recently Shared on October 14, 2011 at 6:35 pm By:
elaine schattner Oncologist, Hematologist, Physician, Doctor, and Internist
Listeria on the move (now on pre-shredded iceberg lettuce), @consumerreports - http://t.co/nsksS8cm
