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Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Who is Kevin O'Connor? Biden's White House doctor faces scrutiny over health reports after Joe's cancer diagnosis
Joe Biden's White House hoctor, Kevin O'Connor, has come under fire after the former president was diagnosed with prostate cancer. In the aftermath of the diagnosis, many are asking whether O'Connor ever did a cancer screening. Dr. Kevin O'Connor is an American physician and retired US Army colonel who served as the physician to the president under both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. He graduated from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency in family medicine at The Mountainside Hospital in Montclair, New Jersey, where he was chief resident in 1995.
The Sun
06-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
The simple 30-second finger test that can reveal your risk of devastating incurable disease
JOINT flexibility is important for healthy movement and function. But being able to move your joints in an extraordinary way could be a sign of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS). 3 EDS are a group of inherited disorders that affect connective tissues, primarily the skin, joints, and blood vessels. These disorders result from genetic mutations that impact the production or structure of collagen, a key protein that provides support and structure to various tissues. EDS is characterised by joint hypermobility - an increased range of motion in the joints, making them more flexible than average. Skin can stretch further than normal, joints bend too far and sometimes dislocate, and internal tissues bruise or tear more easily. According to Jeannie Di Bon, a UK-based hypermobility and EDS specialist, just because you're hypermobile doesn't automatically mean something's wrong with your connective tissue or that you've got a syndrome. But if hypermobility begins to really bother you and suddenly becomes very problematic (often overnight), it could be cause for investigation for a connective tissue disorder, such as EDS, Di Bon told Newsweek. Easy test for hypermobility 3 The nine-point Beighton score is a simple assessment tool used to evaluate joint hypermobility. It involves testing the flexibility of several joints, with each positive result adding a point to the score. A higher score generally indicates greater joint hypermobility. The score is calculated by adding up the points earned for each of the five tests. What is Raynaud's disease? If the finger can be bent back more than 90 degrees - one point for each hand. If the thumb can be bent backward so that it touches or goes beyond the palm of the hand or wrist - one point for each hand. Being able to extend the elbow beyond 10 degrees - one point for each elbow. Being able to extend the knee beyond 10 degrees - one point for each knee. The ability to bend forward from the waist, with knees fully extended, and touch the palms flat on the floor - one point if the palms can touch the floor. A score of more than five out of nine, for an adult, indicates a person has hypermobility. For a child, it's a score of at least six out of nine. The score alone doesn't confirm EDS. A hypermobile-EDS diagnosis is "based on a checklist where the patient meets certain criteria, including a Brighton score level," Dr Bernadette Riley, director of the Ehlers‑Danlos Syndrome/Hypermobility Treatment Center at New York Institute of Technology's College of Osteopathic Medicine, told Newsweek. Official figures for diagnosed cases of EDS in the UK are around 135,000 to 300,000. The actual number of people living with the condition is likely higher due to underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis. EDS can manifest at different ages, depending on the specific type, with some forms being evident at birth and others not being diagnosed until adulthood. While symptoms of inherited EDS can be present at birth, they may not be noticeable until puberty. Some milder forms are often not diagnosed until early adulthood, while more severe types are typically diagnosed in childhood. Symptoms of Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a group of rare inherited conditions that affect connective tissue. Connective tissues provide support in skin, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, internal organs and bones. EDS can affect people in different ways. For some, the condition is relatively mild, while for others their symptoms can be disabling. Different types of EDS are caused by faults in certain genes that make connective tissue weaker. There are 13 types of EDS, most of which are rare. Hypermobile EDS (hEDS) is the most common type. Several types of EDS may share some symptoms. These include: an increased range of joint movement (joint hypermobility) stretchy skin fragile skin that breaks or bruises easily If you suspect symptoms of EDS, speak to your GP. Source: NHS People with EDS have also been found to be more susceptible to respiratory issues, including a range of symptoms from shortness of breath and exercise limitations to conditions like pneumothorax. A 2022 study published in Respiratory Medicine and Research found that almost 85 percent of EDS patients had signs of respiratory problems. And mental health conditions are also widely reported among EDS patients. Another 2022 study found almost half of the EDS patients surveyed had depression and over half had "probable" anxiety. There's no cure for EDS, however, various treatments and lifestyle adjustments can help manage symptoms, prevent complications, and improve quality of life.
Associated Press
21-04-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Oregon Institute of Technology Announces Aspirations for a New Public College of Osteopathic Medicine
Klamath Falls, Ore., April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oregon Institute of Technology ('OIT' or 'Oregon Tech') announced today its aspirations to establish a new College of Osteopathic Medicine designed to address the critical healthcare provider shortage in rural Oregon. The proposed future medical school is part of Oregon Tech's broader health and wellness initiative, in collaboration with community partners and state agencies. This initiative aims to create Oregon's first public osteopathic college of medicine and the second public medical school in the state. The new medical school will have a primary focus on training physicians for practice in Oregon's rural communities. The proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine would leverage Oregon Tech's established expertise in health education, with nearly half of its graduates specializing in health-related fields. The initiative aims to help solve a statewide healthcare crisis that currently leaves 2.5 million Oregonians living in areas designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas. Currently, there is a 2,000:1 patient-to-doctor ratio in rural Oregon. That disparity is predicted to increase to 3,500:1 in the next decade, if nothing is done. 'This statewide initiative represents a transformative opportunity to address Oregon's rural healthcare crisis while creating significant economic benefits for the entire state,' said Dr. Nagi Naganathan, President of Oregon Tech. 'Research shows that physicians are five times more likely to establish practice in rural areas if they are trained in rural settings. This approach will address the deteriorating healthcare access gap that affects millions of Oregonians.' The proposed medical school will be located at Oregon Tech's Klamath Falls campus, with clinical training opportunities throughout Oregon. The university also plans to develop an innovative, technology- and artificial-intelligence-infused curriculum, resulting in accelerated three-year medical degree program options. David Cauble, President and CEO of Sky Lakes Medical Center in Klamath Falls and a member of the Oregon Tech Board of Trustees, expressed strong support for the initiative. 'The healthcare situation in rural Oregon has reached a critical point. The proposed medical school addresses our critical physician workforce needs not only in Southern Oregon, but also all across the state of Oregon, while generating a substantial economic benefit for their communities. It is about creating healthier communities and a stronger economy for rural Oregon — the definition of a win-win proposition.' Rural Oregonians currently experience significantly longer wait times for primary care appointments, an average life expectancy four years shorter than urban residents, and markedly worse health outcomes. Key features of the future College of Osteopathic Medicine include: Oregon Tech is preparing to conduct a comprehensive planning study to develop a strategic roadmap for establishing the medical school. The initiative has garnered substantial positive support and interest from healthcare providers, community leaders, and industry partners across the state. Attachment Ashley Van Essen Oregon Institute of Technology [email protected]
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Duquesne University President Gormley stepping down
Duquesne University President Ken Gormley is stepping down. The university announced Saturday that Gormley will leave his role next year. By then, he will have served as president for 10 years. He began his career as a law professor at Duquesne University in 1994. In 2008, he became Interim Dean and Dean of the Law School, where he remained until 2015. The next year, he was named president. His colleagues consider him a top academic leader and said he brought innovation and strategic thinking to the school. University leaders applauded him for his ability to steer the campus through the COVID-19 pandemic. He also launched the College of Osteopathic Medicine among other achievements. Gormley is expected to continue to work the the university in a leadership role. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
