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- Microdermabrasion Cost – Are The Results Worth It? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Ioventures IncA lot of people want to achieve healthy and beautiful looking skin especially women. Women always want to be beautiful both inside and out. They want to feel confident and one way to achieve this is by having a beautiful skin. There are a lot of beauty treatments and procedure out there wherein ...
Views: 664 - Diabetes - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from Elna KeeveDiabetes mellitus is a life threatening diseases that according to WHO (World Health Organization) will cause almost 3 million worldwide deaths per year! These statistics cause alarm, but the responsibility is still in our hands to take action against this killer disease. Diabetes mellitus or ...
Views: 1717(1 vote) - The Hidden Risk- Anesthesia Errors In Medical Facilities - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Kevin M PovinelliGoing in to a surgical procedure, most people don't think about the severe problems that can result from incorrectly administered anesthesia. Even a small mistake on the part of the anesthesiologist or a member of the medical team can prove disastrous for the patient resulting in lifelong ...
Views: 594 - Neurobehavioral Developmental Disorder - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from anuradha thakurAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder. This condition is medically defined as the persistent pattern of inattention or hyperactivity. One of the important factors that determine the extent of success in dealing with condition of deficit ...
Views: 459 - What You Post on Facebook has an Effect on your Mental Wellbeing - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from George HendersonReflect or Affect?It’s similar to the age-old question about films. Do movies affect society or are they simply mirror society as it is? The answer, in both cases, is that it’s probably a little bit of each. Facebook is a social networking site that hooks members up with their friends and helps ...
Views: 2177 - Private Ultrasound Scans are More Than Just for Pregnancy - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Maria BronsonWhen many people hear the word ultrasound, the first thought that comes to mind is pregnancy. However, a private ultrasound scan can be very beneficial in many applications unrelated to pregnancy. It is a useful tool that can be used for many different scenarios. An ultrasound is a primarily ...
Views: 870 - Private Ultrasounds During Pregnancy - The Reasons Why You Should - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Maria BronsonPregnancy is one of the most thrilling times in a woman's life. The feeling of carrying a growing child in one's body is something that cannot be described. One of the best things that a mother can do for herself and her child is to get a private ultrasound scan. Mothers who choose to get an ...
Views: 849 - Demand for primary care doctors peaks - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Jacob ThomasAccording to a survey, need is driving the demand for primary care physicians; listed below are the major reasons for this increased demand: •Many healthcare groups are in the process of forming patient-centered medical homes (PCMH), ACOs, and various other employment models which have ...
Views: 452 - Cancer Management at Vedanta Ayurveda - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Dr. Ramniwas PrasherCancer Management at Vedanta Ayurveda Integral care of cancer is possible thru Ayurveda that target the disease process & improve the available natural healing power of the person The incidences of various types of cancers are increasing so much that The Cancer war was declared in 1971 by ...
Views: 1292(1 vote) - WHAT IS PAIN MANAGEMENT? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Winifred BraggPeople often erroneously think of treatment by a pain management specialist as consisting of only narcotic ”pain killers.” However, the practice of pain medicine or pain management is diagnosis driven just like other medical specialties. Just as one goes to a cardiologist for an evaluation of ...
Views: 1230(2 votes) - 10 Common Causes of Low Back Pain - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2015 from Winifred BraggLow back pain is widespread, and is one of the most frequent reasons for people to seek health care. It is estimated that 80 percent of us will experience back pain by age 55, and it is the leading cause of long-term work disability. While it is often thought that low back pain is primarily ...
Views: 1518(1 vote) - Liver diseases: Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from perfection tisindiaLiver is a vital part of our body and helps us to live a normal and healthy life. It assists us in tacking with infections and digestion of food. In case of liver failure, you can notice a change in the functioning of your body. Such changes are also called as liver diseases symptoms. There is ...
Views: 529 - Important Tests For Heart Disease - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Rodney Alan ColeDid you know there are new consumer guidelines that help you and your physician decide which heart health tests you need and which you may not need? The following list of tests is arranged by most to least important according to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, part of the Department ...
Views: 697 - Tips on Spotting Colorectal Symptoms - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanSpotting colorectal cancer symptoms early is vital to the prognosis of the condition. In cancer, getting early treatment is very important. If the cancer has been spotted on time, measures might be taken to eradicate the cancer cells from your body. During the first stages of cancer development, ...
Views: 1050 - How to Spot Causes of Athletes Foot Symptoms - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanAthlete’s foot is a condition primarily caused by fungi, but it could also be placed under the category of auto immune diseases. The reason why it is called athlete’s foot is because athletes are the most prone when it comes to having this infection. Why? Let’s find out. Fungi are a group of ...
Views: 1221 - Symptoms of Leukemia: Spotting Them Before It is Too Late - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanLeukemia is a type of cancer that is very common nowadays. It does not choose who it attacks: men, women, children, adults, Caucasian, African-American, Asian, Hispanic – we are are all at risk. According to the latest survey conducted, almost 44,000 people will be diagnosed with leukemia by ...
Views: 1368 - Stomach Cancer Symptoms – Spotting Them Early - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanCancer has caused an average of 8 million deaths back in 2008. Stomach cancer is responsible for 740,000 of them. That is how serious this condition is. However, the good news is that there has been a marked decline in deaths since then. Doctors and researchers owe that to the simple task of ...
Views: 1131 - Stomach Ulcer Symptoms: Home Treatment Advice - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanStomach ulcers will probably be one of the most common conditions that a lot of us suffer today. Ulcers are usually viewed as minor conditions and, therefore, not given the importance that they need. People seem to think of ulcers as part of everyday life. What most people do not know is that ...
Views: 1229 - Symptoms of Throat Cancer – Know Which Ones to Look Out For - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanThroat cancer is not as common as the other types of cancers, but that does not mean it is less serious. As of the 2011 poll, it has been estimated that there are 16,000 new cases of throat cancer and 6,000 deaths as well. Things are looking good for throat cancer, though, for it has a better ...
Views: 1151 - Eye Stroke - Differentiating Its Four Categories - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanEye stroke is a condition where vision problems occur due to damage in the veins or arteries. Just like the brain and other body organs, our eyes also need a constant, healthy blood flow in order to function properly. A lot of people may think that eye stroke is caused by a problem in the brain. ...
Views: 1106 - Symptoms of Allergies - Know the Most Common Ones - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanSymptoms of allergies could be very dangerous if left untreated. There are even some complications of allergies that could kill you. This is the very reason why it is important to know about them. Knowing if the symptoms that you are exhibiting are those of allergies will greatly help in ...
Views: 1029 - Is ICD-10 Transition Feasible by October, 2013 Deadline? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Jacob ThomasAs we stand at the mid of the intervening period, there is growing apprehension over achieving comprehensive realization of ICD-10 and other Compliance standard implementation by the October 1, 2013 deadline across the spectrum of healthcare stake-holding: health care providers, payers, software ...
Views: 446 - Online Doctor Consultation Benefits - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Mehboob TalukdarWhen feeling ill or stricken with a medical condition such as acne, athlete’s foot, or eczema, what is the first thing you do? Call the doctor, right? Well, before you dial that number and set an appointment to go all the way to the doctor's office to sit and wait to be treated, consider ...
Views: 2114 - Medicine For Heartburn – How Does Heartburn Medicine Work? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from Josephine StroThere are several different kinds of medicine for heartburn but they all basically work in the same way, they only cure the symptom of heartburn without solving the real problem of why you got it in the first place. The typical approach we tend to do once we encounter certain health problems, ...
Views: 723 - Customized Medical Claims Review Support Services for Social Security Disability Firms - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from Robert KruseA claims review involves the review of a patient’s complete claims history. In the case of social security benefits, social security disability (SSD) firms have to verify if the applicant actually received the services for which claims are submitted. This is a time-consuming process and has to ...
Views: 576 - How Patient Scheduling Helps Medical Professionals - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from Rajeev RajagopalPatient Scheduling - Beneficial for All Types of Medical Practices As your medical practice grows, scheduling and handling patient appointments can become quite challenging. Many outsourcing companies offer patient scheduling services that can assist medical entities in managing their patient ...
Views: 438 - Plastic Surgery Thailand: Turning Pain Into Pleasure - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from John CimbleA feature of plastic surgery Thailand is the amount of misinformation associated with it. If you've never been to a place, it's so much easier to listen to reports which may or may not be true rather than finding out for yourself. The sad truth is, many people will avoid Thailand on the basis of ...
Views: 642 - Medical Essentials and Natural Therapies for Asthma Patients - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from robin brainAround two third of the world population suffers from asthma attacks. And it is a fact that, some main reasons for such respiratory problems are dust and the pollution in the air; this makes it worse for those patients who live in big polluted cities. Although there are various medical ...
Views: 736 - Impact of Federal Debt Ceiling on Medicare Payments to Physicians - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2011 from Jacob ThomasAlthough there have been instances in the past that allowed for raising debts well over the statutory limit, yet the present scenario is such that it has put a question mark over the Federal Government’s ability to borrow. Consequently, despite the talk of an additional $2.2 trillion borrowing ...
Views: 472 - Head Injury: A Practical Guide: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Head Injury: A Practical Guide: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY Author: Trevor Powell Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology, Web site: http://www.headway.org.uk Other articles on this subject are available at: ...
Views: 1127(4 votes) - Medicare Supplements vs. Medicare Advantage - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Steve SaighWhether you are turning 65 or just getting your Medicare Part B after age 65 (coming off of employer-type insurance), choosing the right plan can be overwhelming. Many seniors are confused about what plan is best for them, buying a Medicare Supplement (also referred to as Medigap) or Medicare ...
Views: 516 - Institute for the Neurosciences Offers New Day Monitoring Services for Epilepsy - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Suzanne BenzThe Epilepsy Program, part of the Institute for the Neurosciences, is offering new day monitoring services at Faulkner Hospital, a Brigham and Women’s Hospital community teaching hospital in Boston. Specialists in the Program provide advanced assessment for patients who experience either ...
Views: 724 - Systemic Lupus PAGE 3 Erythematosus (SLE) and Antiphospholipid Antibodies - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Suzanne BenzPart of the Orthopedic and Arthritis Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the Systemic Lupus Erythematosus/Antiphospholipid Antibody Center provides referring physicians with options for comprehensive care delivered by a team of experts who work closely with them to provide advanced, ...
Views: 865 - Executive health care Kitchener - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2011 from Morten CrowleyThe trend of executive health care Kitchener is a recent one that is quickly growing in popularity. People have realized that since many executives in business are burdened with high stress, long hours and unpredictable eating habits, they don’t often don’t make the time to get to their doctor ...
Views: 527 - Tips to Find a Professional Cosmetic Dentist - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2011 from Gerardo BeauchampCosmetic Dentistry is mainly responsible for bring back the smiles of millions of people. In the present days, almost all the teeth problems such as cracks, stains and bad positioning can be resolved using advanced cosmetic dentistry. This dentistry not just enhances the beauty of the face, but ...
Views: 490 - Speech to text transcription is popular today - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Sharad GaikwadThe medical transcription industry has become extremely rewarding and benefits a number of people as well. Understanding the monetary profits that it provides people with, it is not startling to see a large number of people flock towards this industry to make it big on their own. Medical ...
Views: 668 - Top 4 Challenges in Healthcare Information Exchange (HIE) - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Jacob ThomasHealthcare Information Exchange is the end goal of the recent health reforms in the United States and aims to provide better patient care on a continual basis by multiple organizations. The implementation of HIE not only helps in providing quality care to patients but also assists in reducing ...
Views: 703 - PCMH Assisting Primary Care Physicians as well as Patients - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Jacob ThomasPCMHs employ the latest technology available to make optimum use of time and funds in order to deliver best possible healthcare to the patients. Although the concept is not new it has gained recognition and popularity among patients and physicians alike due to the recent health reforms. There ...
Views: 504 - The Top 5 States for Physicians to Practice Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Jacob ThomasThe best states in the US for practicing medicine can be determined by taking a holistic view of the state of health care in that particular area and comparing it with other places. Some states are surprisingly physician friendly while some may not be very suitable for physicians in certain ...
Views: 527 - Innovative Role Of M-Health - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Sharad GaikwadThe concept of m-Health has caught the attention of Medical Transcription Industry when it has slowly started moving away from the traditional ways of transcription. Many believe that mobile technology is the answer for many healthcare problems in the U.S. In a study conducted by the CTIA-The ...
Views: 593 - Medical Transcription Companies - Challenges Ahead - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Sharad GaikwadAn improved health protection system is regarded as a growth stimulant all over the world. It plays the role of a catalyst for the overall social development, like improving education, productivity of people and generating a congenial environment for further investment. Complementing the ...
Views: 555 - Medical Transcription - Quality or Cost? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Sharad GaikwadTwo vital factors of medical transcription are safety of patients and integrity of patient records. While clinicians and hospitals are directly responsible to patient care, Medical Transcription companies are responsible for accuracy and safety of records. With margins getting thinner and ...
Views: 677 - So How Often Should These Check-Ups With Your Local Dentist - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Mikke VincettOral care is something people often put near the bottom of their to-do lists until that toothache comes along and they're in pain. Your overall health should include care of your teeth. How long have you gone without your periodical check-up? Finding reliable Dental services is important for ...
Views: 476 - Choosing a Dentist Who Cares - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Carol BluethChoosing a dentist can be a hard task. There are so many different things to consider when choosing a dentist in the Utah area. You want the very best care that you can provide for your family and your teeth. Finding the right dentist is crucial to your oral health. Oral health is extremely ...
Views: 457 - Discover More About Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Mikke VincettCosmetic and reconstructive are the two types of plastic surgery. Cosmetic plastic surgery is used to correct or change your body for aesthetic reasons. Reconstructive plastic surgery is used to correct your body for functional reasons. A skilled plastic surgeon combines science and aesthetics ...
Views: 463 - Medical transcription companies put client satisfaction above anything else - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Sharad GaikwadDifferent industries have grown rapidly and there are a number of job options that are available for many today. One doesn’t have to conform to set ideas due to the number of growing opportunities and sectors. One sector, which has made it big, is highly popular and in great demand today, is the ...
Views: 525 - Cancer and Types of Effective Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Igantius HenryCancer is one of the most dangerous diseases in the world today. It is so mainly because there are no known cures for it. Be saying that, it means there are no 100% sure shot cures for cancer. Although there are different types of treatment available and sometimes these treatments succeed in ...
Views: 527 - Find The Best Single Dose Packages - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Carol BluethA unit dose is a single dose of medication used by the patient and a unit dose packaging is a single use container for this dose of medication. Unit dose packaging is very popular in the medical world as it is a safe and clean way to accurately apply the correct dosage of medication to the ...
Views: 540 - Stress Relief Strategies to Get Rid of Daily Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from William RuthUnderstanding your stress is the first step to anxiety relief. We encounter stress in our lives on a daily basis. Many things cause stress and our reaction to these external stressors is the key to whether or not we feel anxiety. For example, many people find social situations particularly ...
Views: 722 - Three Big Reasons to Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Winifred BraggPatients often ask me, “Why should I exercise?” Simply put, there are numerous benefits to exercise; however, I will discuss three major reasons to exercise on a regular basis. These benefits can be divided into three major categories I call PMP: (1) Physiological (2) Musculoskeletal and (3) ...
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