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Business People: Fredrikson attorney Travis J. Anderson to be Special Olympics general counsel – St. Paul Pioneer Press
Posted: May 19, 2024 at 6:45 pm
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Attorney Travis J. Anderson will serve as general counsel and has been appointed to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games board of directors to help oversee the event to take place June 20-26, 2026, in the Twin Cities. Anderson is with the Minneapolis law firm Fredrikson, which announced the appointment.
Aqua-Tots Swim School, an international swim school franchise, announced plans for a location at 7645 Metro Blvd., Edina, its second in Minnesota. The franchisee is Ross Habben and the general manager is Alex Brumley. Kaleidoscope, a Minneapolis-based Full-Cycle Scholarship Platform, connecting students and educators with scholarship and grant opportunities, has appointed Glen Gunderson to its board of directors. Gunderson is president and CEO of the YMCA of the North, which announced his appointment.
Stearns Bank, St. Cloud, announced the appointment of Marlice Johnson as chief brand officer and Maggie Rivera as vice president of corporate social responsibility and inclusion. Craig Lundquist has been appointed to the Senior Advisor Leadership Team with TruStage Wealth Management Solutions. Lundquist is a financial professional at Ideal Wealth Advisors, located at Ideal Credit Union, Woodbury, which announced his appointment.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has named Garett Lamppa of Lamppa Manufacturing as SBAs Minnesota Family-Owned Small Business of the Year. Lamppa Manufacturing is a Tower, Minn.-based maker of wood-burning furnaces and sauna stoves. It has been a family business since the 1930s. TIME100s Most Influential People list for 2024 includes Land OLakes CEO Beth Ford and University of Minnesota professor Rachel Hardeman. Land OLakes is based in Arden Hills. The Performance Excellence Network announced the recipients of its 2023 Minnesota Performance Excellence Award: University of Minnesota School of Nursing Care, Minneapolis; Region 5 Community Bridgemakers, Staples; State of Minnesota, Department of Human Services Direct Care & Treatment Administration, St. Paul, and Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, St. Paul. The award is based on the Baldrige Framework, a recognized business achievement criteria.
Chestnut Cambronne, Minneapolis, announced that Eric Bjerva has been named partner. Bjerva is developing a mental health aaw practice group at the firm. Fredrikson, Minneapolis, announced that attorney Victoria Yang has joined as an associate in its International, Asia Practice, Mergers & Acquisitions, Finance & Securities, Intellectual Property, Technology & Data, and Corporate groups.
Stratasys Ltd., a 3D printing and additive manufacturing company based jointly in Eden Prairie and Rehovot, Israel, announced the appointment of Amir Kleiner as chief operating officer. Kleiner has served in numerous leadership positions at Stratasys, most recently as global VP of customer success. Intek Plastics, a Hastings provider of plastic manufacturing components and products to industry, announced Mike Corcoran as vice president of operations. He succeeds Rick Zeien, who is retiring.
Solventum, a St. Paul-based provider of medical components, announced the appointment of Shirley Edwards, former partner at EY, to its board of directors. Solventum spun off from Maplewood-based 3M Co. earlier this year. Kindeva Drug Delivery, a Woodbury-based developer of drug-delivery combination devices, announced that Denis Johnson has joined the company as chief operating officer. Johnson most recently served as head of global manufacturing and technical operations at Biogen and held several leadership roles at Catalent, Boston Scientific, Teradyneand Johnson & Johnson.
Horwitz, a New Hope-based specialty equipment contractor for industry, announced the promotion of Sam Augspurger to preconstruction manager. Augspurger has been with the company since 2016 and was promoted to partner in 2021. BlackHawk Industrial, a national distributor of metalworking and other industrial products, announced the appointment ofTroy Deans as redeployment center supervisor, based in Minnesota. Community Association Group, an Eagan-based residential property management company, announced the appointment of Alyson Beckstrom as CEO, succeeding company founder Deborah Ho-Beckstrom. Great Clips, a Bloomington-based franchisor of retail hair salons, announced the following executive changes: Rachelle Johnson, promoted to chief financial officer; Kevin Barnd, promoted to vice president of business technology services, andMari Fellrath, moving into the new role of senior director of operations applications and reporting. The company also announced it ranked first in the Hair Care category in Entrepreneur magazines Franchise 500.
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New Ad Taunts Trump: ‘Take the Stand, Donald, or Admit You’re a Coward’ – The New York Times
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As former President Donald J. Trumps criminal trial winds down, a center-left group is trying to goad the Republican presidential candidate into testifying.
Take the stand, Donald, or admit youre a coward, blares a new ad from the group, Third Way, which highlights Mr. Trumps past comment that if youre innocent, why are you taking the Fifth Amendment?
The five-figure digital ad buy is running in all the places Trump will be, said Matt Bennett, a co-founder of Third Way. He said the spot would run in New York, especially around Trump Tower and the courthouse, Mar-a-Lago, and in Dallas near the National Rifle Association meeting where Mr. Trump is expected to speak on Saturday.
He has talked tough for years about how only guilty people and mobsters take the Fifth, Mr. Bennett said. Now it appears hes going to do that himself, and we wanted to remind him of that and see if we could taunt him into testifying, frankly, because it might not go well for him if he did that.
Mr. Trumps lawyers told the judge Thursday that he had yet to decide whether he would testify. Mr. Trump has invoked the Fifth Amendment before.
Mr. Trump is charged in this trial with falsifying 34 business records related to the reimbursement of a hush-money payment to a porn star, Stormy Daniels. He has denied the charges.
The ad buy was first reported by Politico.
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Mass. Gaming Commission studying online casino games, AI use Rhode Island Current – Rhode Island Current
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The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is trying to get its arms around the technological future of gambling seeking bids for research into the potential impacts of iGaming and the use of artificial intelligence in the gaming industry.
Two requests for proposals rolled out this month as part of the gaming commissions research agenda. These research priorities, proposed by the Gaming Policy Advisory Council and approved by gaming commissioners, signal potential concerns and expectations for gamings evolution in the state with the commission in the paradoxical position of overseeing an increasingly expansive gambling universe in the state while grappling with the harms of the addictive products.
One RFP looks for an entity to conduct a study on the impact of iGaming on public health, with particular focus on comparison of participants with participants in other forms of gaming, comorbidity with problem gambling, and impacts on youth under the age of 25 in the Commonwealth.
Another considers current and future possible uses of artificial intelligence (AI) in the gaming industry, with a particular focus on marketing, player acquisition, and responsible gaming functionality/player health in the Commonwealth.
Both the iGaming and AI studies are budgeted for $75,000 smaller-scale projects when compared to other recent MassGaming studies that have landed in the $100,000 to $150,000 range.
Massachusetts is well into a statewide embrace of gambling, kicked off by casino legalization in 2011 under then-Gov. Deval Patrick and hitting a new scale with the Gov. Charlie Baker-backed push into legalized sports betting. Gov. Maura Healey has picked up the Baker baton in pushing for the state Lottery to include online, or iLottery, offerings supported by the House of Representatives but resisted for years by the state Senate.
As the industry sprawls, and concerns about the impacts of online offerings on young people grow with it, gaming regulators are hoping to get ahead of potential next waves. Of the iGaming bids, a MassGaming spokesperson on Wednesday said the study aims to evaluate the iGaming universe preemptively.
Sports wagering has grown significantly since 2018, Mark Vander Linden, director of research and responsible gaming for the commission, said in a public meeting last year, as the group discussed its research agenda going forward. iGaming also is gaining a foothold in the United States.
iGaming, as explained in the bid documents, is a separate issue from online sports betting. It includes digital variations of popular casino-style games or poker available through websites and mobile apps. Research on the subject is somewhat limited so far, the commission notes, with Rhode Island becoming the latest state to legalize iGaming as of 2023. Seven states allow iGaming generally, though Nevada only allows online poker.
Sports betting, but not other types of online gambling, is prohibited across state lines by the federal Wire Act. Politicians considering online gaming tend to express some unease with its potentially addictive appeal to younger people, and its adoption within states has been slow for those reasons, the bid document notes.
Site-based gambling as a part of the vacation, as part of the destination, is a very different thing from online, U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren said in 2019, and getting the appropriate restrictions in place so that children dont have access, so that people who have problems with gambling dont have access, are challenges that havent yet been addressed.
Vander Linden noted past research, which rolled out as sports betting looked increasingly likely to be legalized, included a number of studies focused on responsible gaming applied to the newly federally permitted industry.
It was helpful, he said of the research, and would have been perhaps even more helpful to the Commonwealth to have an early study on sports wagering dating back to 2018. This is sort of trying to get an understanding of iGaming and potential impacts in Massachusetts.
The artificial intelligence RFP also looks ahead, drawing on initial work done last year to shape the commissions approach to AI in gaming by engaging stakeholders on current and future uses of the technology to identify and address those most at-risk of problem gambling for good or ill.
So far, artificial intelligence is being considered or adopted within the gaming industry for purposes like responsible gambling, marketing, and fraud detection.
Researchers note that AI is not good or evil itself, it is the use we give to it that can harm or benefit users, the bid document notes. A thoughtful consideration of ethical issues is critical while considering implementation of this technology.
This article first appeared on CommonWealth Beacon and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.
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The online casino landscape in 2024: Launching with an Anjouan license – Yogonet International
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In his latest analysis, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, explores what the current online casino landscape looks like and the possibilities the Anjouan license offers those seeking to join the vertical.
In the online entertainment sector, one vertical is flourishing in particular: online gambling, casinos, and betting. With technological advancements and shifting regulations, the landscape for launching an online casino in 2024 demands careful consideration. Getting a license will be one of the first steps you take, and among the various choices, theAnjouan License stands out as a leading option for aspiring entrepreneurs.
The online casino market has experienced exponential growth in recent years, driven by convenience, accessibility, and technological advancements. With more players embracing online gaming, the demand for diverse and engaging platforms has soared. However, entering this sector requires meticulous planning and adherence to regulatory standards.
There are several reasons to consider opening a crypto casino in 2024here are just some of them.
Growing Popularity of Cryptocurrency: Cryptocurrencies have gained widespread acceptance and adoption, becoming a mainstream investment vehicle and medium of exchange. With increasing familiarity and trust in digital currencies, launching a crypto casino taps into a burgeoning market of crypto enthusiasts seeking innovative ways to utilise their assets.
Enhanced Security and Transparency: Blockchain technology, the foundation of cryptocurrencies, offers unparalleled security and transparency, mitigating risks associated with traditional payment methods. By leveraging blockchain for transactions and smart contracts, crypto casinos ensure fairness, anonymity, and immutability, creating trust among players.
Global Accessibility and Inclusivity: Cryptocurrencies transcend geographical boundaries and financial barriers, enabling seamless transactions and accessibility for players worldwide. Launching a crypto casino eliminates the limitations imposed by fiat currencies, allowing individuals from diverse backgrounds to participate in online gaming without restrictions.
Lower Operational Costs and Higher Profit Margins: Crypto transactions bypass intermediaries such as banks and payment processors, reducing transaction fees and operational costs for casino operators. With lower overhead expenses and higher profit margins, launching a crypto casino offers a lucrative business opportunity in a competitive market.
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One of the primary considerations when launching an online casino is selecting the appropriate licensing jurisdiction. The license establishes the legality of the operation and influences factors such as credibility, player trust, and market reach. In 2024, the Anjouan License is a compelling choice among many different licensing options.
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Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to licenses from other jurisdictions, the Anjouan License offers a cost-effective solution for entrepreneurs looking to enter the online casino market without exorbitant expenses. This affordability enables startups to allocate resources efficiently, focusing on enhancing user experience and marketing efforts.
Global Recognition: While Anjouan may not be as widely recognised as some other licensing jurisdictions, it holds credibility within the online gaming industry, which is growing daily. The Anjouan License facilitates market entry into various regions, including Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Africa, allowing operators to cater to an international audience and expand their reach effectively.
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Once youve decided to pursue the Anjouan License for your online casino venture, several key steps must be taken to ensure a successful launch:
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New casinos are quickly making their mark in the online gambling world by leveraging cutting-edge features that appeal to a tech-savvy, modern audience. Heres a deeper look into the specific attributes that make these new entrants stand out:
New casinos are at the forefront of adopting the latest technological innovations to enhance the player experience. This includes:
Virtual Reality (VR) Gaming: Offering players the chance to step into fully immersive virtual casino environments, making the gaming experience more engaging and interactive than ever before.
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To attract new players and build a loyal customer base, new casinos often launch with eye-catching promotional campaigns that are more generous than those of more established competitors. These include:
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Understanding the importance of mobile accessibility, new casinos prioritize a superior mobile experience from the start. Key aspects include:
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The efficiency and security of payment methods is paramount. Innovate Change examines the range of deposit and withdrawal options available at new casinos, evaluating transaction speeds, existing security measures, and overall user friendliness. This includes checking the availability of popular and reliable payment platforms, the transparency of any associated fees, and the casinos compliance with financial security regulations.
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Innovate Change evaluates the diversity of themes, graphical quality, and creativity of bonus mechanics.
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Focuses on the range of variants offered, the fairness of the games, and the betting options available.
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Assesses the quality of video streaming, variety of games available, and the interactivity features.
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Games such as bingo, scratch cards, and virtual sports, offering quick and diverse gaming experiences.
Evaluates the entertainment value, ease of play, and accessibility of these games for casual gamers.
VR Games
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Reviews the technological integration, user experience, and overall impact on player engagement.
Innovate Change stays at the forefront of online casino advancements by closely monitoring and analyzing new payment methods that enhance transaction convenience, security, and speed for players. As the online gambling industry evolves, these innovative payment solutions are critical in ensuring a seamless user experience. Heres an overview of new payment methods emerging in the market, as highlighted by Innovate Change:
Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Other Altcoins: Cryptocurrencies continue to gain popularity in online casinos due to their anonymity, low transaction fees, and fast processing times. Innovate Change evaluates casinos that offer crypto payments, focusing on the security of transactions and the ease of use for players.
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Mobile Payment Solutions:Apple Pay and Boku: These mobile payment methods are recognized for their convenience, especially for on-the-go transactions via smartphones. Innovate Change reviews how well casinos integrate these solutions, ensuring they provide a secure, streamlined mobile payment process.
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Prepaid Cards: Paysafes Updated Services: Innovate Change explores new features and services offered by Paysafe, a popular prepaid card solution, focusing on aspects like multi-currency support and reloadable options that enhance user flexibility.
Blockchain-Based Payments: Blockchain Direct Transfers: Some innovative casinos are beginning to implement direct blockchain payment systems, which promise enhanced security and transparency. Innovate Change assesses these systems for their reliability and practicality for everyday users.
Innovate Changes analysis of these payment methods includes not just their technological aspects but also their real-world applicability, focusing on factors like user-friendliness, security, and support provided by the casinos. This ensures that players are informed of the safest and most convenient payment options available, allowing them to choose new casinos that are at the cutting edge of financial technology.
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The Evolution and Impact of Online Casino Game Shows in the United States – GameIndustry.com
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The digital era has ushered in a revolutionary phase for casino entertainment in the United States, marked by the emergence of online casino game shows. This novel combination of internet technology and fascinating aspects of gaming brings about an entirely different form of entertainment that is interactive and realistic in nature. The rise of such gaming modality demonstrates a move towards more immersive, narrative-driven forms of web gambling as consumers seek out more engaging forms.
Multiple gambling shows have emerged among various other games played virtually, captivating their players by virtue of their unique formats and exciting gameplay. For example, Deal or No Deal sees players faced with mysterious boxes and strategic choices, mirroring the suspense of its television counterpart. Monopoly Live is a board game turned into a live interactive experience where viewers can watch the wheel go round, thus fortunes playing well in real time. Dream Catcher has a giant revolving wheel that offers simple yet thrilling winning opportunities at specified points.
Gonzos Treasure Hunt takes place on-screen, with treasure hunts that merge slot mechanics with the real-life show format. Mega Ball turns bingo-style gameplay into fast-paced excitement with lottery-like elements to keep participants on edge. Cash or Crash comes up with stakes in which high-flying balloons float into the sky, forcing one to either cash out or risk everything for greater rewards.
This information, enforced by the 50Casino team, a casino review hub in the USA, reveals how these games are designed to greatly appeal to customers. With their graphics being so enticing, interactive features, and life-changing payouts, these modalities of gambling completely redefine what it means to play and gamble on the internet.
Several platforms exist for those who want to explore this world packed with action; they are unique because they provide much variety along quality lines. BetMGM, PartyCasino, and Borgata are among the best gaming destinations. It is therefore possible to locate any winning choice on these platforms due to their large range of free spin options in that regard.
These platforms allow players from states where virtual gambling is legal to participate in games in a secure environment. The convenience of being able to play from home or while on the move, combined with the opportunity for significant winnings, makes online gambling an attractive form of fun and excitement. These sites are perfect for seasoned gamblers and novices alike due mainly to their user-friendly interfaces, high-end security features, and lucrative promotions.
Also, the future might see new game formats introduced that will challenge the boundaries of creativity and engagement. These advances will not only increase the diversity of game shows but also broaden their appeal, thus reinforcing this modality in the showbiz industry.
Its growing popularity in America is evidence of a larger movement towards immersive and interactive digital entertainment. BetMGM, PartyCasino, and Borgata are platforms through which players can access an unmatched range of options with possibilities for winnings as well as opportunities to be part of a dynamic form of entertainment.
The current changes taking place within this sector promise even better times ahead; they will push further the frontiers of what it is like to gamble on internet casinos. In the era where digital entertainment is at its zenith, online gambling games shows mark a turning point in interactive gaming culture, defined by innovation, community building, and fun.
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New Jersey gambling revenue up in April despite land-based decline – iGaming Business
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Gambling revenue in New Jersey hiked 10.4% year-on-year to $510.9m (403.7m/470.6m) in April with increases across the igaming and sports betting segments more than offsetting a decline in the land-based market.
Total revenue was comfortably higher than $462.7m inApril last year. However, the figure fell 3.0% short of the $526.6m reported in New Jersey inMarch this year.
Beginning with land-based casino, this remains the primary source of gambling revenue in the Garden State. However, the $216.8m generated in April is 6.3% behind $231.5m last year.
Physical slot machine revenue declined by 6.4% to $158.8m while land-based table games revenue also fell 6.1% to $58.1m.
Turning to the igaming sector, the situation is very different. Revenue from all igaming in April hit $187.9m, up 18.2% year-on-year. This means igaming was only $28.9m behind the long-established land-based segment in April.
Some $185.6m of all igaming revenue was attributed to online slot games, with revenue here rising 18.5% to $185.6m. However, revenue from peer-to-peer poker slipped 0.5% to $2.3m.
As for individual operators. Golden Nugget leapt from third place to take top spot in New Jersey in April. Posting igaming revenue of $53.1m, this is 27.5% ahead of the previous year.
Resorts Digital retained second place with $47.5m, up 13.9% year-on-year. Borgata, which was top in March, followed in third on $44.1m, a rise of 2.2%.
Looking now to the sports betting market, revenue here jumped by 46.9% year-on-year to $106.2m. This is also 74.1% ahead of $61.0m in March this year.
The year-on-year revenue rise was helped by a 12.6% increase in handle, with this reaching $1.044bn in April. Player spend on online sports betting hit $1.01bn and retail sportsbooks $34.7m.
Meadowlands remains the runaway leader in the New Jersey sports betting market, posting $73.2m in revenue, up 92.2% on 2023. Meadowlands works with Flutter Entertainment-owned FanDuel.
Resorts Digital and partner DraftKings placed a distant second with $18.9m in revenue, down 6.6%. Borgata and BetMGM took third on $5.2m, a drop of 21.6%.
As for the year-to-date, total gambling revenue in New Jersey hit $2.06bn in the four months to the end of April. This is 14.4% more than in the same period last year.
Land-based revenue was down 1.6% at $872.9m, with declines across both slots and table games.
Igaming revenue was 21.1% higher at $750.7m, driven by a 21.5% rise in slots revenue to $741.3m. In contrast, peer-to-peer poker revenue declined 3.7% to $9.4m
As for sports betting, the four-month total hit $434.2m. This is up 48.6% from $292.3m in 2023, with players spending a total of $5.17bn in the process.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Cancer Care: Does It Have a Role? – Cancer Network
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requently patients with cancer ask about alterations in their lifestyle, taking vitamins or supplements, or other treatments or practices that will improve their outcome following a cancer diagnosis. Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is a term for medical products and/or practices that are not part of standard medical care. However, CAM may be used as an adjunct in cancer care to overcome adverse effects of cancer treatments such as nausea, pain, or fatigue. In addition, CAM may ease the worries about cancer treatments and related stress. Patients often feel they are being an active participant in their cancer care when using CAM treatments.
Other common terms include integrative or complementary medicine. Both are approaches that combine conventional medicine with CAM approaches that have been shown through science and clinical trials to be safe and effective. Alternative medicine, on the other hand, is the practice of using a treatment or approach instead of standard medical treatments. Types of CAM often fit into 5 categories (Figure).1
Figure. 5 categories of complementary and alternative medicine
Some CAM therapies have undergone careful evaluation and been found to be generally safe and effective. These include acupuncture, yoga, and meditation.2 However, others either do not work or are directly harmful, so caution is important. Often CAM therapies might use botanicals or nutritional products that are not FDA approved or used in much higher doses than normal.3 These need to be monitored for safety and interactions with standard medications and anticancer treatments. A recent example from my practice was a patient taking turmeric who had liver function tests that were suddenly 5 times normal without any other explanation. Scans and multiple other labs found no reason for the elevated liver function tests, but when the turmeric was stopped, the liver functions rapidly went back to normal. Although this toxicity is rare, it did lead to additional testing, expense, and worry for this patient.
There is an important effort occurring to try to integrate proven complementary approaches to traditional cancer care. The Society for Integrative Oncology has issued evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for health care providers to consider when incorporating complementary health approaches in the care of patients with cancer. An important guideline includes not using unproven methods in place of conventional treatment for the cancer, as this may delay the scientifically-based treatment and reduce the likelihood of a remission or cure.
The bottom line is, first, do no harm. Working with the patient as a team to fight their cancer is of utmost importance. If the patient can use CAM approaches that are safe and found to be effective in clinical trials as a supportive measure, the outcome will hopefully be a positive one for the patient and the medical team. The National Institutes of Health sponsors ongoing studies to evaluate complementary approaches through the National Cancer Institute and the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.
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Can Aromatherapy With Essential Oils Provide Stress Relief? – Health Essentials
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Can easing stress be as simple as taking a whiff of something that smells pleasant? Thats the working theory behind aromatherapy, an ancient form of treatment that continues to captivate our senses today.
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Quite simply, interest in aromatherapy is booming. Its estimated that the global market for essential oils, like lavender, sweet orange and cedarwood, will grow by many billions of dollars in the coming years.
But does this form of complementary and alternative medicine pass the scientific sniff test and deliver stress-relieving results? Lets find out from functional medicine specialist Melissa Young, MD.
The use of aromatherapy dates back thousands of years. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, considered it key to good health. The treatment also is rooted in Egyptian, Indian and Chinese lore.
Aromatherapy has strong roots, says Dr. Young. It has been used throughout history for health reasons and many studies and research were doing today show just how useful it can be in some situations.
Common techniques for aromatherapy include inhalation of steamed or diffused essential oils, massage or baths.
As a therapy for stress and related issues, its being put into practice in the following ways.
Stress is a heavy weight on your mind and body that can keep you up at night. But the calming effect of aromatherapy may help people set aside worries long enough to catch some sleep.
Want proof? Consider this: Researchers found that aromatherapy using lavender reduced stress and improved sleep quality for patients in an intensive care unit. (Thats an environment that isnt exactly relaxing.)
Patients who received aromatherapy also experienced reductions in blood pressure and heart rate, two vital signs typically driven up by stress.
The effect is seen outside of a hospital setting, too. A review of 30 different studies looking at aromatherapy and sleep quality found that the treatment improves ZZZs by lowering stress, pain, anxiety, depression and fatigue.
Going under the knife isnt quite a soothing thought as you await surgery, which explains why so many people experience high anxiety before they make that long roll into an operating room.
Aromatherapy appears to ease those worries. A review of 27 studies showed that aromatherapy greatly reduced anxiety in patients awaiting procedures ranging from cardiac surgery to low-risk procedures.
Lavender, citrus and rose essential oils were the most used scents in the studies. Delivery modes included inhalation and massage.
Weve seen some very good evidence regarding how aromatherapy can be used to help people reduce anxiety pre-procedure, so much so that were seeing it used in hospitals now, notes Dr. Young.
Various studies have shown how aromatherapy massage may help relieve depression symptoms and improve overall mood. Another study suggests that aromatherapy massage could help lift postpartum baby blues after delivery.
Aromatherapy massage and inhalation also has been shown to reduce pain and improve quality of life during menstruation.
Were learning more and more about how aromatherapy can be used therapeutically to address all sorts of different needs, says Dr. Young. Theres more and more data available to us.
If you do have symptoms of depression, its best to see a healthcare provider to get an assessment and treatment plan. At-home aromatherapy is not a substitute for professional mental healthcare.
So, how does a simple sniff of certain essential oils trigger these sorts of results? The explanation centers on how your brain and the rest of your nervous system respond to the aromatic stimuli.
Essential oils release tiny molecules into the air that enter your nose when you inhale. Receptors in your nose pick up the scent and alert your brain through your olfactory nerve, explains Dr. Young.
That sets off activity (including hormone release) within the part of your brain that controls your emotions.
Thats one of the reasons why people may feel calmer and happier after aromatherapy, she adds. These smells influence our brain and nervous system. Its really an incredible process.
Essential oils are highly concentrated extracts made from flowers, seeds, stems, leaves and other plant parts. The oil is pulled out of the plant through means such as distillation, steam or mechanical cold press.
Different oils target different conditions. Lavender is often used for relief of stress and anxiety. Ditto for chamomile, clary sage and geranium.
Other variations connected to stress relief include:
Given their concentrated strength, essential oils should be diluted with carrier oils for safe use on skin in aromatherapy massage or baths. Examples of carrier oil include coconut oil, grapeseed oil and olive oil.
Aromatherapy isnt recommended if you have or experience health issues involving:
Aromatherapy may be triggering if you have certain conditions, warns Dr. Young. Its best to use caution in those instances.
Talk to your healthcare provider before trying aromatherapy if youre pregnant or taking a prescription medication. They may recommend against using certain essential oils or techniques in some situations.
Other cautions with essential oils include:
The purity and quality of essential oils on the market also can be an issue. Despite being used for health issues, essential oils arent regulated as a pharmaceutical used to treat, cure or prevent illness. Instead, most essential oils fall under a cosmetics classification.
Finding quality essential oils begins by researching to find a reputable manufacturer, says Dr. Young. She recommends looking for products labeled as organic or therapeutic grade. Check for the Latin name of the oil source on the label, too.
Its also best to stay away from fragranced products, as those often include synthetic ingredients. And while everyone likes a good deal, be wary of cheap essential oils. (Odds are theyre not pure, says Dr. Young.)
Theres no shortage of aromatherapy products available for anyone who wants to try this ancient-yet-modernized form of holistic treatment for stress. The market makes it incredibly easy to get started.
But before you begin, its important to understand how to do aromatherapy and its limitations. Aromatherapy shouldnt be used as a substitute for other medications.
Aromatherapy is complementary to conventional medicine, emphasizes Dr. Young. Talk to your healthcare provider about whether its right for you and your situation. Theyre your best bet to find an effective and safe path forward.
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