What can you do with an MPH Degree?
For those who are interested in health issues and want a degree that will enable them to play a role in improving the lives of individuals and families, a Masters of Public Health or MPH degree may be the right…
Dr. Lawrence Kindo
I am a Medical Professional with a passion for writing, blogging, playing, computers, and of course patient care. My writing in this medical blog will reflect my passion, and you are welcome to be a part of this venture. This medical blog is a tribute to all the great medical pioneers, and to the ultimate source of wisdom, God.
The Benefits of Private Healthcare
As most UK residents are entitled to use free NHS services, you could be forgiven for thinking that private healthcare is a luxury that you don’t need to budget for. However, if you are self-employed, or relied upon as a…
What is Orthopaedics?
Orthopaedics is the name given to the branch of medicine – including surgery – dealing with issues relating to muscles, joints, and bones. An orthopedic doctor manages orthopedic disorders affecting muscles, joints and bones. Disorders patients present with could be…
Why More Nurses Should Consider Teaching Their Profession
The U.S. is currently facing an increasing crisis regarding the amount of healthcare professionals working in the industry. Nursing, in particular, is a career which is currently experiencing a rapid growth in demand due to the aging population, which has…
The Zika Virus Public Health Emergency
The Zika virus seems to have been in the news for a while now and we’ve all seen the awful pictures of babies born with microcephaly, but what is this mysterious virus, and what makes it a public health emergency?…
The Healthcare Industry: Different Medical Professions
Healthcare employees have gone through years of education, and they’ve used their passion to help others to get to where they are today. If you are interested in working in the healthcare industry to help others, too, there are alternative…
Modern Hospitals to Give SuperBugs a Super Sunburn
It’s no secret in the medical profession that drug-resistant “superbugs” are becoming an increasing cause of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in medical care facilities worldwide. The development of antibiotics and the subsequent development of bacterial resistance has turned into an arms…
Top 6 Reasons North Americans are Flocking to Other Countries for Medical Procedures
Due to improved transportation and communication methods, Americans now have more options than ever before for obtaining quality medical care. While some people prefer to grumble over the state of the U.S. healthcare system, others are being proactive and exploring…
Meningismus and Lumbar Puncture Headaches
A lumbar puncture (LP) is a commonly performed medical procedure, and when done correctly, is safe with a low risk of serious complications. A number of patients who undergo an LP however can develop a side effect known as post…
The Importance of Diet when Recovering from Injury
Diet is crucial to performance and health during training, but it can also be very important for recovery. In fact, nutrition can be essential for recovery from all kinds of illnesses and issues, as experts such as cancer specialists The…
Top 4 Morning Rituals No Woman Should Miss
Hitting the snooze button, hurriedly getting ready, and rushing through your morning chores. Does this sound familiar to your morning routine? Wouldn’t you just love to feel a little less frazzled in the mornings and start the day more peacefully?…
Quit Smoking to Save Holiday Cash (And Your Life)
If past years are any indicator, the holidays will be here sooner than expected. Men gearing up to make their spouses, kids, parents, and friends happy with gifts are going to need the money to buy them. If you’re in…