Sleep Apnea Linked To Hearing Loss In New Study

May 29, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

Originally posted on Presidential Healthcare center:
People with sleep apnea may have a higher risk of hearing loss, according to a new study. The research, which was presented at the American Thoracic Society’s 2014 International Conference, found that of the 13,967 participants sampled, about 10 percent had at least moderate sleep apnea. These patients had a 31 percent increased risk of high frequency hearing impairment, a 90 percent increased risk of low frequency hearing impairment and a 38 percent increased risk in…

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DOT Reminds Commercial Drivers that Physicals Must Now Be Performed by Certified Medical Examiners – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

May 24, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

DOT Reminds Commercial Drivers that Physicals Must Now Be Performed by Certified Medical Examiners – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Categories: dot physical, FMCSA Rules regulations, Media| News • Tags: 2014 dot physical exam requirements, certified dot medical examiner, national registry of certified medical examiners, NRCME

How do I get rid of my anxiety?

May 18, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

Originally posted on masteranxiety:
As a therapist specializing in the treatment of Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), the most common question I hear is, “How do I get rid of my anxiety?” My honest answer is, “You can’t.” I don’t say this to be discouraging or pessimistic, but I have to be realistic. Anxiety is a natural and necessary emotion that all humans–and, in fact, most living animals–experience. Anxiety is the response that warns us of immediate danger and…

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How Truck Drivers Can Stay Healthier on the Road

May 15, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

As we know, life on the road is difficult for the truck driver.  Hard hours, a sedentary lifestyle and a host of unhealthy temptations at truck stops are some of the causes of the high rate of obesity, hypertension and related co-morbidities such as sleep apnea and cardiovascular disease in drivers.  But, it does not need to be that way as we can see in this NY Times article.  Like anything else in life, with a little effort and determination […]

Categories: Driver Health, Media| News, Medical Condition • Tags: hypertension and truckers, obesity in truck drivers, sleep apnea risks in truck drivers, truck driver health

A small dose of medical meth might go a long way in limiting post-TBI brain damage

May 13, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

A small dose of medical meth might go a long way in limiting post-TBI brain damage.

Categories: Media| News • Tags: tbi experimental treatments, traumatic brain injury

Consumer Updates Medications for High Blood Pressure

May 12, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

May is national high blood pressure awareness month. High blood pressure is probably one of the most common findings during a Dot physical-not surprisingly, as hypertension affects approximately 31% of the U.S. population, which translates to more than 60 million Americans.   Having high blood pressure will not only limit how long you can be certified for during the DOT physical, but may prevent you from passing the physical.  Most importantly, hypertension causes significant health risks, and can strike without […]

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VA Battling Silent Epidemic

May 12, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

According to Veteran Administration’s Office of Research and Development 20% of the veterans that use the VA health care system have type 2 diabetes mellitus, compared to 8.3% of the general population.  That adds up to approximately 1 million veterans with type 2 diabetes. VA Battling Silent Epidemic.

Categories: Driver Health, Medical Condition • Tags: diabetes mellitus, type 2 diabetes, veteran's administration

UMC Sleep Center | BlackDoctor |

May 9, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

UMC Sleep Center | BlackDoctor | Page 2.

Categories: Media| News, Medical Condition • Tags: sleep apnea, sleep apnea risk factors, sleep apnea testing

Upper-Airway Stimulation for Obstructive Sleep Apnea — NEJM

May 6, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

FDA approves “pacemaker like” device for Sleep Apnea. Implanted in the chest it stimulates the hypoglossal nerve to keep primary airway muscles open so that breathing is not obstructed during sleep.  For more details see New England Journal of Medicine Study below (Study funded by Inspire Medical Systems).

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Night Shift Sleep Study Is Novel Use For Crowdsourcing

May 6, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

Night Shift Sleep Study Is Novel Use For Crowdsourcing.

Categories: Media| News, Medical Condition • Tags: sleep apnea interventions, sleep apnea testing

May is National Stroke Awareness Month!

May 5, 2014 by Randolph Rosarion M.D.

Originally posted on Presidential Healthcare center:
A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked; we sometimes refer to it as a “brain attack.” Two million brain cells die every minute during stroke, increasing the risk of permanent brain damage, disability or death. In the United States, stroke is the fourth leading cause of death, killing over 133,000 people each year, and a leading cause of serious, long-term adult disability. Stroke can happen to anyone at any…

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