Recording a Stroke on a Smartphone & Other Health News

 

Stacey Yepes, a 49-year-old woman from Canada (pictured left), made headlines on Yahoo news and in other outlets for recording herself having a stroke. The video helped medical professionals diagnose her condition, Yahoo reported.

Do you know the signs of a stroke? Find out what they are: Knowing the Facts About Strokes Can Save Lives

 

Controversy over head injuries took center stage at the World Cup when Alvaro Pereira, a player from Uruguay, was knocked out during the team’s 2-1 defeat over England but returned back to the field to play.

The Washington Post covered the story and the controversy: World soccer players’ union calls on FIFA to conduct concussion investigation.

Here are a few facts from Baptist Health about concussions: Concussions Hit Younger Athletes Harder

 

Regulators and industry watchdogs are concerned about the fast growth of electronic cigarette brands, the marketing tactics used by them and the long-term health effects of the devices.

Here’s a report from the Los Angeles Times: The e-cigarette boom: Study finds 466 online brands, 7700 flavors

Baptist Health doctors tackled the health risks of eCigarettes: Are eCigarettes a Safer Smoking Alternative?

 

In other news:

• Germy Checkpoints: At Home and Work
• How Much Exercise Do You Need?
• Watch Now: Miracle Baby Celebrates First Birthday

 

 

 

Tags: concussions, news roundup, sports medicine, strokes