‘To undergo a cosmetic
procedure that could be
potentially deadly is obviously unwise and a waste of money.’
Firing squad — drug shortage
USA: “Idaho Gov. Brad Little (R) signed a bill that will allow for executions to be carried out by firing squads, as the nationwide shortage of lethal-injection drugs continues.” (AP)
D3 wonders
Vitamin D3 supplement has been shown in a study of 12,000 older adults to lower the risk for dementia by 40 percent, compared to people of the same age who did not take the D3 supplement, according to the University of Calgary in Canada and the University Exeter in England and co-authors.
This sunshine vitamin is also known to boost the immune system, improve brain function, prevent osteoporosis, manage blood pH level, prevent rickets (softening bones), strengthen bones, prevent certain types of cancer, boost mood, lower risk for diabetes, aid in weight loss, fight inflammation, help lowers blood pressure, and might help lower risk for heart disease.
CPAP and SPO2 monitoring
CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) is the gold standard and the only effective way to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Worldwide estimate is about one billion (1/8 of the global population), between ages 30-69 have varying degrees of OSA. In the United States, there are around 18 million people with sleep apnea, 6.2 percent of the US population, or 1 in 15 Americans. In the Philippines, about 11.3 million, have OSA, 10 million with insomnia, and 46 percent of the population (about 114 million) do not get enough sleep, one of the highest sleep-deprived nations in Asia.
A significant number of OSA patients on CPAP therapy have not been monitored around the clock (continuous SPO2+heart rate monitoring also while asleep). SPO2 is the blood level of oxygen (O2 saturation, which is normally between 95 and 100 percent, ideally). Patients on CPAP should undergo continuous SPO2 monitoring because while CPAP will keep the airway open for good ventilation, it does not improve the SPO2 of those with asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease that results in poor lung function and leads to low oxygen saturation level). More than 8 million people in the USA are on CPAP therapy and many of them are also using oxygen with their CPAP.
Wellue brand (CheckMe) Bluetooth pulse oximeter for SPO2+heart rate monitors (sync with a cellphone App to record large data) are available on Amazon. People who are on CPAP therapy should consult their physician about continuous overnight SPO2 monitoring, even if they do not feel short of breath during the daytime.
The monitoring will show how many drops in heart rate and oxygen saturation and how low the O2 level goes down to, while one is asleep. Blood oxygen saturation below 90 is unhealthy, and below that even dangerous. All organs, the brain, heart, liver, kidneys, etc.) are deprived of enough oxygen if the SPO2 drops below the normal level.
It is worthwhile to do SPO2+heart rate monitoring while asleep because it is non-invasive; just wear the monitor like a watch and put the detector ring around one of the fingers for one week or so. This is just a precaution to prevent a potentially serious problem during sleep.
Silicone butt injections
To improve the butt and achieve a JLo-butt admired by women, silicone could be injected to the buttocks to achieve a more attractive, sexy, protuberant derriere.
But listen to this warning from model and TV personality Blac Chyna, who sounded an alarm about the potential risks and side-effects of silicone butt or breast injections. They include long-term pain, infections, scarring and permanent disfigurement, embolism (blood clots blocking blood vessels), stroke, and even death. These complications were also found after liposuction procedures. To undergo a cosmetic procedure that could be potentially deadly is obviously unwise and a waste of money. Life and health first before beauty.
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Philip S. Chua, MD, FACS, FPCS, a Cardiac Surgeon Emeritus based in Northwest Indiana and Las Vegas, Nevada, is an international medical lecturer/author, Health Advocate, newspaper columnist, and Chairman of the Filipino United Network-USA, a 501(c)3 humanitarian foundation in the United States. He was a decorated recipient of the Indiana Sagamore of the Wabash Award in 1995. Other Sagamore past awardees include President Harry Truman, President George HW Bush, Muhammad Ali, Astronaut Gus Grissom (Wikipedia). Websites: FUN8888.com, Today.SPSAtoday.com, and philipSchua.com Email: scalpelpen@gmail.com
