Obama Wins Video

Cheering, dancing, singing after Obama wins

The speed and scale of the victory crashed over President Barack Obama's die-hard supporters like a shockwave, unleashing joy and relief after what had been a tense and often ill-tempered campaign. In a ballroom in Chicago, outside the White House, in the storm-washed streets of New York and in front of televisions across the nation, Obama's partisans cheered, danced and sang as they awaited their hero. “I feel like I've changed the world! I did something with my life and it changed the world,” declared Jane Schumann, 23, who worked in the campaign's digital division at a convention centre in Chicago. http://www.iol.co.za/news/world/cheering-dancing-singing-after-obama-wins-1.1418938#.UJpG9q6NbCM

Photos: Eddie Murphy Steps Out with New Girlfriend Paige Butcher

Eddie Murphy has surfaced with a new chick by the name of Paige Butcher, and this time she’s a becky. A blonde becky to be specific. The two attended his “Spike TV: One Night Only” Tribute in Los Angeles at the Saban Theater, where Eddie was honored in a room full of his acting peers, including Jamie Foxx, Tyler Perry, Martin Lawrence, Chris Rock and Keenan Ivory Wayans. Earlier this year, pictures floated around the Internet of Eddie Murphy and his then love interest Rocsi Diaz from BET’s 106 & Park, prompting many to wonder just how those two even got together. But lets keep in mind that just because Rocsi is known for landing herself a baller, doesn’t necessarily mean she knows how to keep one. http://www.opposingviews.com/i/entertainment/eddie-murphy-steps-out-new-girlfriend-paige-butcher-after-kicking-rocsi-curb

Be on the lookout for diabetes

"A lot of people don't have insurance and are afraid because of what the bill would be," she said. "We try to get them go to one of the community health clinics." Another diabetes educator, Sunnie Bell, said that the America has developed a "diabetes lifestyle." "I'm not trying to berate America, but many of the habits here are not conducive to good health," Bell said. "If we can buy a gallon of milk a block away, we still drive. "You have to make a decision to live a healthier lifestyle, you have to pull yourself away from the norm," she said. "It's not a matter of just joining a gym, it's working (exercise) into your lifestyle. Our work isn't physical, it's sitting at computer screens. We have to work in some level of physical activity several times a day. Instead of taking an elevator, go up the stairs." http://www.lcsun-news.com/las_cruces-news/ci_21928376/column-be-lookout-diabetes

CABG more cost effective than PCI for patients with diabetes

Due to the prolonged recovery period and higher complication rates, the initial cost of CABG was $8,622 higher than PCI (P<.001). During 5 years of follow-up, high rates of resource use in the PCI arm, largely due to a greater number of repeat revascularization procedures and CV hospitalizations, significantly increased costs associated with the procedure. After accounting for these added costs, CABG costs remained $3,600 higher, according to Magnuson. http://www.healio.com/cardiology/diabetes/news/online/%7B7BAEBF44-94CD-4276-A0EA-03FE5F7E1BCD%7D/CABG-more-cost-effective-than-PCI-for-patients-with-diabetes

Diabetes, foot wounds are a dangerous combination

Diabetes, foot wounds are a dangerous combination If you are diabetic, even small foot wounds have the potential for becoming serious ulcers that can lead to amputation if not properly treated.

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If you are diabetic, even small foot wounds have the potential for becoming serious ulcers that can lead to amputation if not properly treated. In fact, the rate of amputation for people with diabetes is 10 percent higher than for people who do not have the disease. Fortunately, most of these amputations are preventable with good foot care and wound treatment. Prevention Diabetics are at higher risk for wound-related complications than most people because diabetes decreases blood flow, making injuries more difficult to heal. Many diabetics also have reduced sensation in their hands and feet, and they may not notice a small wound immediately. The best way to prevent complications is to take proper care of your feet, especially if you have diabetes. Wash both feet with soap and warm water and check them for injuries every day as part of your daily routine. Dry your feet thoroughly, and apply foot cream to prevent them from becoming dried and cracked. Also, avoid tight shoes that have pointed toes and high heels. Treatment If you are diabetic and develop a foot sore despite preventive efforts, put a triple antibiotic cream on the sore immediately, cover it with light gauze, and avoid putting pressure on the sore. Treat calluses, which may become foot ulcers, with the same seriousness. Then, see a physician who specializes in treating chronic or severe wounds. http://www.oakridger.com/article/20121105/NEWS/121109921