Apr 10, 2008

The 30-Day Diabetes Miracle

Have you read The 30-Day Diabetes Miracle co-written by Franklin House, MD? If not, do you plan to read it anytime soon?

I have read the book, and I recommend it to others.
I have read the book, but I do not recommend it to others.
I have not read the book, but I plan to.
I have not read the book, and I do not plan to.

Results of The 30-Day Diabetes Miracle poll

Jan 19, 2008

The Zetia and Vytorin Study

A recent study shows that the cholesterol-lowering drugs Zetia and Vytorin do not reduce the risk for a heart attack or stroke. What do you think of this announcement?

I agree, and I would definitely not take Zetia or Vytorin.
I agree, but I would still take Zetia or Vytorin.
I have no opinion until more studies are conducted.
I disagree, but I would still not take Zetia or Vytorin.
I disagree, and I would definitely take Zetia or Vytorin.

Results of The Zetia and Vytorin Study poll

Sep 13, 2007

What Type of Headache?

What type of headache do you suffer from?

migraine
tension
cluster
sinus
not sure

Results of What Type of Headache? poll

Jul 1, 2007

Cancer Fears

What is your greatest fear about cancer?

Reduced life expectancy
Debilitating treatments
Eventual loss of independence
Depleted financial resources
Stress on my family

Results of Cancer Fears poll

Jun 1, 2007

Basic Science Research

Do you think that support for basic science cancer research should remain a priority?

Yes
No
It doesn't matter
Not sure

Results of Basic Science Research poll

May 1, 2007

Medical Insurance

What has your experience been with respect to your medical insurance? Consider their coverage, flexibility, promptness to settle claims and overall value for money.

Always favorable
Generally favorable
Mixed
Unfavorable
Don’t have medical insurance

Results of Medical Insurance poll

Mar 4, 2007

MS Gripes

What do you dislike most about multiple sclerosis?

lack of mobility
emotional ups and downs
scary, bizarre symptoms
financial uncertainty
I'm hanging in there

Results of MS Gripes poll

Mar 1, 2007

User Statistics

In order to best serve you, it is necessary to know something about you. Please identify, which of the following best describes you.

I am a cancer patient/survivor
I am a relative of a cancer patient/survivor
I am a medical professional/scientist
I am a casual reader
More than one of the above

Results of User Statistics poll

Feb 11, 2007

What are Shingles?

Can you develop shingles if you didn't have the childhood chickenpox virus?

yes
no
it depends on the circumstances

Results of What are Shingles? poll

Feb 11, 2007

Complementary Medicine

How important do you consider learning about complementary and alternative forms of medicine?

Extremely important
Important
Not sure
Not important
Should be avoided

Results of Complementary Medicine poll

Jan 27, 2007

Parents Declining Therapy

Parents sometimes decline conventional cancer therapy for their child due to various reasons. Which of the following reasons do you think are justified?

Good prognosis (>70% 5-yr survival) but therapy highly toxic
Poor prognosis (<5% 5-yr survival)
Good prognosis (>70% 5yr) but parents prefer alternative therapy
None of the above
Two or all of the above

Results of Parents Declining Therapy poll

Jan 13, 2007

Stem Cell Research

The use of embryonic stem cells for medical research is a controversial issue today. Recently, stem cells have been isolated from amniotic fluid, which would avoid the need to destroy human embryos. Does this development change your view about stem cell research?

No, I already agree with stem cell research
No, I still think this type of research is unethical
Yes, the source makes all the difference
Not sure. Will need more information

Results of Stem Cell Research poll

Jan 5, 2007

New Topic

What subject would you like to see covered in the near future?

Tourette Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Stroke
Aphasia
Myasthenia Gravis

Results of New Topic poll

Dec 23, 2006

Holiday Blues

It’s the holidays. Many persons with cancer or those caring for a cancer patient may feel down, fatigued and anxious during this time. How are you coping?

I rely heavily on my church community
My spouse and/or family are/is my main source of support
I am not coping at all
I feel that I can mange on my own. There is no need to seek help
I have found a very useful support group

Results of Holiday Blues poll

Dec 9, 2006

First Choice For Cancer Care

It you or a loved one was diagnosed with cancer, where would you seek help initially?

Family Physician
Complementary Health Provider e.g. Herbalist
Oncologist
Spiritual Leader
Integrative Medicine Specialist

Results of First Choice For Cancer Care poll

Nov 25, 2006

Development of Gene Therapy

Gene therapy is one of the less common cancer therapies, that is at present largely experimental. How important do you think gene therapy will be to the future of cancer care?

A vital part of future cancer care
Should be useful, but more time needed to evaluate potential
Likely to cause more problems than produce solutions
A dangerous trend whose consequences will be detrimental
Not sure

Results of Development of Gene Therapy poll

Nov 15, 2006

Complementary Medicine?

Do you use any form of alternative medicine, including special diets, herbal medicine, homeopathy, energy healing, etc as part of your treatment protocol for an autoimmune disease.

Yes, I reply completely on alternative medicine
Yes, I use both conventional and alt medicine equally
Yes, I primarily use alt medicine with minimal conventional meds
Yes, I occasionally use alt meds to complement my RX meds
I do not use any form of alternative medicine

Results of Complementary Medicine? poll

Oct 28, 2006

Major Cause of Cancer Deaths

What is the most common cause of cancer deaths worldwide?

High Fat Diet
Lack of Exercise
Air Pollution
Smoking
UV Radiation

Results of Major Cause of Cancer Deaths poll

Sep 30, 2006

Time for Diagnosis

How long did it take from the time you first saw a doctor for your symptoms until you were eventually diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder?

within 1 month
within 3-6 months
within 1 year
within 1-5 years
longer than 5 years

Results of Time for Diagnosis poll

Sep 25, 2006

Help Me Help You

Let me know what you'd like to read about in October. Vote for one of these topics to be covered during the Halloween season. And stay tuned for the introduction of the Multiple Sclerosis Suite, coming also in October...

Cerebral Palsy
Chorea (movement disorder)
Lou Gehrig's Disease
Migraines
Tourette Syndrome

Results of Help Me Help You poll

Apr 24, 2006

What do you want to know?

As the reader, which topic would you like to know more about for June?

Lou Gehrig's Disease
Epilepsy
Bell's Palsy
Parkinson's Disease
Alzheimer's Disease

Results of What do you want to know? poll

Mar 22, 2006

Tell Us What You Want to Know:

We want to keep you updated on heart disease and diabetic issues but also want to know what type of information you'd like to learn. Please choose from one of the below or e-mail me at heartdiseasediabetes@suite101.com with your story/blog suggestion.

Prevention - diet, exercise, lowering stress, etc.
New drugs - in trials, approved, possible dangers
Homeopathic/Alternative treatments
Other Problems associated with heart disease and diabetes
Statistics/demographics on diagnosed patients

Results of Tell Us What You Want to Know: poll