Vandana Bhide
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Vee Bhide, M.D. Board Certified Physician - Tim Tew
Vee Bhide, M.D. is a board certified Internist and Pediatrician. She graduated from college and medical school at the University of Wisconsin and did a combined residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Duke University Medical Center. Her special interests include fitness and wellness, alternative and complementary medicine, medically supervised weight loss and hospice/palliative care. She loves to convey her enthusiasm for medicine to others and hopes to one day have a second career in medical journalism/broadcasting. Dr. Vee invites you to her blogsite: VeeMD
Latest Articles
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H1N1 Influenza A: Human, Avian & Swine Genes
Influenza A viruses are made of RNA. Human, swine and avian forms of influenza A virus strains can reassort to form novel viruses to which humans do not have immunity.
Jul 24, 2009
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H1N1 Influenza - Swine Flu - Vaccine
H1N1 vaccine is recommended for daycare/school staff, children age 6 months, pregnant women, health care workers and adults age 65 who are prone to flu complications.
Jul 16, 2009
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H1N1 Swine Flu Antiviral Therapy
Oseltamivir and zanamivir are used to treat Influenza A H1N1 (swine flu).Patients at high risk for complications such as pneumonia should receive antiviral medicines.
May 16, 2009
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Use of N95 Respirators to Prevent Swine Flu
N95 Respirators were approved by the FDA to reduce the transmission of Novel Flu H1N1, previously called Swine Flu. A tight seal must be formed over the mouth and nose.
May 11, 2009
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Hand Washing Prevents Swine Flu H1N1 Infection
Handwashing is the single most important measure to prevent the spread of infections, including swine flu. 15-20 seconds of hand washing is recommended to remove germs.
May 11, 2009
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Omega-3 Fatty Acid Helps Heart,Memory, Arthritis
Omega-3 fatty acids reduce serum fats and cholesterol. Omega-3 fatty acids prevent heart attacks, stroke and sudden death. They improve cholesterol, memory and arthritis.
Apr 27, 2009
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Broccoli Sprouts Decrease Harmful Bacteria
Studies show that broccoli sprouts decrease infection with a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori. H.pylori is linked to peptic ulcers, stomach cancers, gastric lymphoma.
Apr 20, 2009
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Turn Off the TV and Prevent Childhood Obesity
Better childhood health is promoted by ensuring that every day children get 5 fruits/vegetables, no more than 2 hrs screen time,1 hr aerobic exercise and 0 sugary drinks.
Apr 19, 2009
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Improves Autism in Children
Children with autism showed significant improvement in receptive language, eye contact, social interactions and overall functioning with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
Apr 14, 2009
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