2014-08-23: Primers on Ebola, fat metabolism and statin use and side effects plus other topics




KUSP's Ask Doctor Dawn show

Summary: Primer on the Ebola virus, why it is so dangerous and how statins helps treatment; A 13yr old girl identifies a fungus on trees that infects AIDS patients; Infected bite needs to be tested for tick-borne diseases; The relationship of melatonin and rheumatoid arthritis — alternatives to help sleep; Difficulty reaching orgasm is common in males as they age; Punicalagin from pomegranates might be good to help prevent Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases; Treating and testing for H. pylori — food sensitivities are more likely; Listener recommends responsibletechnology.org website for GMO issues; Are toxins on sheep wool contaminating the Vitamin D extracted from it? The physiology of brown fat vs. white fat — attempts to convert white to brown to treat diabetes and lose weight; Caller tells about the Alzheimer's Prevention Registry and research studies that need participants; A thorough discussion of statins and their side effects with long term use; Diagnosing a possible migraine headache — getting a CT is essential; It's very difficult to do good science to test essential oils for relaxation