Surgery is one of those things that can be incredibly terrifying for some folks. Our minds tend to lead us down a path of every possible bad scenario we could go down. Throw in the fact that some surgeries are needed to save a life and the anxiety goes right through the roof. To make things [...]
It happens every day and always at an inconvenient moment. Someone runs a stop sign, a red light, fails to yield, pulls out in front of you, or simply fails to stop behind you and you are in a car accident. What do you do? Who do you call? At the moment of an accident, our [...]
Alcohol problems are diverse ranging from health damage, psychology breakdown and social deformation. The problems of alcohol -- whether excess or not -- are identified with alcoholism. It can result in financial troubles, marital troubles and violence. Children in homes where alcoholism pervades suffer from truancy, depression, dissociation with friends, violence and aggressiveness and failure in classes. [...]
If you have diabetes or are at risk of developing it then you may need to consider losing weight. In fact, being overweight is considered one of the biggest risk factors for developing diabetes. If you already have diabetes then you need to have a reliable supplier for your medical supplies. You should consider using the [...]
While cannabis has been around for millennia, it is only recently that countries around the world have started to legalize it for medicinal as well as recreational use. However, since marijuana was relegated to the black market for so long, there isn’t nearly enough information out there about the medical benefits of cannabis, of which there [...]
Undergoing some type of cosmetic procedure does require being aware of what to expect. Fortunately, patients find that cosmetic surgeons are not only willing to discuss all facets of procedures with them. Most surgeons will insist upon having that discussion. While the two of you are talking, there are four questions in particular you will want [...]
Anyone who lives with a hernia knows that choosing hernia belts requires some skill. You can get some tips from your doctor, but ultimately it’s up to you to choose something that does the job and does it with the highest level of convenience and comfort. Here are four points to keep in mind as you [...]
Suboxone has been researched and found to be a treatment for opiate abuse. Doctors recommend the use of Suboxone to people who are addicted to heroin. Suboxone treatment has been found to be the miracle drug that helps them reverse back the effects of opiate addiction. Some, however, end up abusing the drug by taking it [...]
We all know that in order to lead a happy life we need good health. In the middle of our busy routines, we often neglect our health, totally unaware of the consequences of doing so. A health checkup is basically a combination of various clinical screenings and examinations that we need to undergo in order to [...]
Do you have concerns when it comes to your spine? Would you like to know about a few steps you can take to help prevent injury to it? If injury does occur, would you like to know some steps you can take to repair the damage and/or ease the pain? When working to avoid spinal problems, [...]
Lice infestation can spell tissue irritation, inflammation, and even infection in worst cases. As such, it is important to manage the lice infestation as fast and efficiently as we possibly can. This is where medications are used. Unfortunately, even experts are calling against their use especially among children. Here’s a look at some conventional lice treatment medications and why you shouldn’t use [...]
Cancer. It’s a word we wish we never had to hear, and too often, it's affected at least one person we’re close to. We wish the cure for cancer would finally arrive, and people would no longer have to deal with the battle, and their loved ones would no longer have to deal with grief. Cancer, [...]
Medical negligence is on the rise due to many reasons. There are some medical negligence claims in the UK that are more common than others and there are many reasons for this. Below are some of the most common within the UK, what they can entail, and why they are continuing to happen. If you believe [...]
How many times have you found yourself sniffling and sneezing only to assume you’ve picked up a virus somewhere? While this can most certainly be the case, what people don’t realize is that often it’s not a cold at all. Rather, it is sinus issues or allergies causing your symptoms. According to the American College of [...]
It might not get talked about as much as it should, but sciatic nerve pain is a big health issue that affects thousands of people every week. In fact, according to some statistics, the condition actually arises for an estimated 40 percent of the adult population during their lifetime. If you have been struck down with [...]
For individuals with diabetes who require insulin management, insulin pumps provide precise insulin delivery and can provide many benefits, including improved control of blood glucose levels, and may help to reduce the risk of developing complications associated with diabetes. What is an Insulin Pump? Image source: https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/getstarted/compare-insulin-pumps An insulin pump is a device that [...]
Are you or somebody you know suffering from Hashimoto’s disease or Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis? Even if you are just suspecting it to be true, you must have a lot of questions and you must feel a bit uneasy at the least. It’s worth mentioning that in order to be sure about it, you would need TPO antibodies [...]
Around 50 percent of Americans snore, some occasionally, others every night. If you’re a snorer, you know what havoc it can wreak on your own sleep, not to mention that of your bed partner. Snoring happens when your airways become clogged or obstructed while you sleep. This happens because the deeper you sleep, the more your [...]
Many people become alarmed when they hear genetic carrier screening commonly because they do not understand what it is. Genetic carrier screening is a blood test performed on individuals planning to conceive a child or are already expecting a child. The results of this test tell your doctor if you carry a gene that may lead [...]
The internet has an incredible amount of information available to anyone with access. It has a proven ability to save time and money, and in the case of medical information, it has even saved lives. There are countless stories of people who have used the internet to locate information to improve their health and treat potentially [...]
Some people are never going to try an online doctor because it reminds them too much of all those spam email messages they get from online pharmacists for Viagra, Xanax, and the like. And that’s just one of the reasons online doctors face an uphill battle. The medical profession, in part, did it to themselves. Medicine [...]
