Medical Articles & News
Many people have dreams and aspirations to travel the world. Seeing the wonders of the world while enjoying the local ambience is one of the many things that has become accessible to travelers thanks to the advances of affordable commercial aviation. Of course while traveling is easier than it ever has been, it still isn’t […]
Are there people who have been able to live full and meaningful lives despite having a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis? Realizing that many people and even famous people have lived full lives with cystic fibrosis can bring hope to those who are living with the disease, and their families, today. Living With Cystic Fibrosis Decades ago a cystic […]
A physical therapist helps patients recover from accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Physical therapists may supervise rehabilitation or work with other healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment. A therapist assesses a patient, plans the patient’s treatment program and provides comprehensive therapy that often includes a range of services including exercise, modalities, patient education, massage, and other therapeutic treatments. Physical […]
The perioperative period is a term used to describe the three distinct phases of any surgical procedure, which includes the preoperative phase, the intraoperative phase, and the postoperative phase. Every surgery is broken down into these phases to differentiate tasks and establish who is responsible for overseeing and delivering each stage of care. By maintaining […]
When taking a trip, the last thing you want to think about is what might go wrong. Travel insurance may be the last thing on your to-do list and because of that, may never get purchased. But trip protection is important. Even what you may think is a small event can pay for the cost […]
The first case of the coronavirus in sub-Saharan Africa has been confirmed in Nigeria. The patient is an Italian citizen who works in Nigeria and flew into the commercial city of Lagos from Milan on 25 February. Authorities say he is stable with no serious symptoms and is being treated at a hospital in the […]
If you are seeking a clinical career that will be in very strong demand in the coming years, a primary care career could be a great option if you enjoy assessing and diagnosing patients with a variety of potential issues. Internal Medicine Physician An internist, or internal medicine physician, is a physician who sees adult patients from […]
Cosmetic surgery, like any type of surgery, is not without risks. Plastic surgery procedures can result in complications ranging from an unattractive or unnatural final result to scarring or even death. Many people mistakenly assume that elective (optional) procedures, such as cosmetic surgery, aren’t as serious as other types of surgery. But all surgeries, even simple […]
For those looking to travel abroad, the question of how to insure is sometimes perplexing. Some travelers prefer single-trip coverage. Others prefer an annual protection policy. Major risk takers buy no trip protection at all. Of these three policy options, the one that is unacceptable is to not buy any travel insurance at all. Differences […]
Necrosis in the death of tissues of the body. Necrosis can be treated, with the dead tissue being removed, but the affected tissue can not be returned to good health. Types of Necrosis One common type of necrosis is caused by damage from frostbite. During frostbite, the tissues are severely damaged by cold, and if the […]
