What is RSS

RSS is a way to tell your favorite websites to let you know when they have new content. RSS also allows you to access this content on your own timetable. RSS does not clog up your email.

First, you pick an RSS Feed Reader. A couple of free and easy to use ones are Google Reader and Bloglines.

Second, when you see an RSS icon, click it. The page that comes up will give you everything you need to enable the content you want to come to you.

For a simple and quick video description of how RSS works, view the video at the bottom of this page.

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Articles
25 Most Ignored Cancer Symptoms
By: Melanie Haiken, Caring.com senior editor
June 18, 2009
It's important to listen to your body and notice anything that's different, odd, or unexplainable. You don't want to join the ranks of cancer patients who realize too late that symptoms they'd noticed for a long time could have sounded the alarm earlier, when cancer was easier to cure. Complete article
Young Onset Dementia
By: John's Hopkins Medical Center
August 23, 2010
In this excerpt from an article in our Johns Hopkins Memory Bulletin, Dr. Brian Appleby talks about young-onset dementia, a condition that affects thousands of people under the age of 65. The Alzheimer's Association estimates that one person in every 1,000 below the age of 65 develops dementia. Complete article
Therapeutic Switching Law
By: NBC Investigative Report
June 16, 2010
ATLANTA: NBC Investigation on Medication Switching 11Alive NBC Atlanta  (6/2/2010) - The NBC Center For Investigative Action featured a segment titled “New Georgia Law Aimed to Protect Patients From Generic Drug Switching.”  Epilepsy patient Claudia Woodruff of Fayetteville, GA and Atlanta neurologist Dr. Larry Seiden speak about their personal experiences with medication switching and express support for new consumer protection legislation effective October 1, 2010. The new law, House Bill 194, will ensure pharmacies indicate on the prescription label that a generic substitution has been made.  This legislation empowers patients with the knowledge to ask good questions of their pharmacist and health care provider, and advocate for their own health.   Complete article
Podcasts
Alzheimer's and Dementia
By: Marshall Nash, MD
June 28, 2010
Marshall Nash, MD, discusses the forms of dementia, the risks and what actions we can take. Complete podcast
Mental Accuity is Vital to our Well-being
By: Marshall Nash, MD
June 28, 2010
Marshall Nash, MD, shares a single bit of advice to people concerned about issues of mental function as we age. Complete podcast
Dementia Resource
By: Marshall Nash, MD
June 28, 2010
Marshall Nash, MD, offers a resource for more information about dementia. Complete podcast
Videos
Why Men's Health? Part 1 of 2
What is Different About Men's Health?
By: Nikhil L. Shah, DO, MPH
August 12, 2009
Men are less likely than their female counterparts to seek medical care and nearly half as likely to pursue health visits. Dr. Shah, Founder and President of Men's Health & Wellness Center, discusses the ramifications of traditional male stoicism to men's health and how we can get men more active in staying healthy and living longer lives. Part 1 of 2: 15:37 minutes. Complete video
Why Men's Health? Part 2 of 2
How Can Men Improve Their Health and Well Being?
By: Nikhil L. Shah, DO, MPH
August 12, 2009
Stress is a silent killer and a risk factor in many major diseases. Family history and lifestyle also factor into disease risk. Dr. Shah continues his discussion of men's health issues and what men can do improve their health and well being. Part 2 of 2: 15:06 minutes Complete video
The Biology of Cancer, Part 1 of 4
An Overview of How Cancer Develops
By: Gregg Orloff, PhD
August 3, 2009
Patients with cancer are best served by gaining an understanding of the biology of cancer cells. This understanding will help in discussing treatment options. Dr. Orloff, Assistant Professor of Hematology at Emory University, provides a basic overview of cancer development. Part 1 of 4: 15:44 minutes. Complete video
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