Pharmacy technicians work with licensed pharmacists to fulfill a variety of duties. For example, pharmacy technicians are responsible for gathering information that is necessary for the pharmacists to fill prescriptions. They also take measurements to make sure that patients are receiving the proper doses and package and label prescriptions. In some cases, a patient does not need[...]
Will there ever be a cure for cancer? The first cases of breast cancer are thought to have been recorded about 1600 BC in Egypt. The Papyrus describes eight cases of tumors that were treated by cauterization. However, the writing says, “There is no treatment.” In 1882, William Stewart Halstead began performing mastectomies, and this[...]
Patients often come to see the doctor with lumps in the groin area. These lumps can be quite difficult to diagnose just on the basis of examination findings alone, because there are quite a few conditions that can cause lumps in the groin and often enough, they look clinically very similar. Two conditions, which are[...]
With the recent controversy over New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg pushing to outlaw large sodas in the Big Apple, it might not be a bad time to learn what the nutrition facts on those bottles mean and what they leave out. For instance, a super-size (42 oz.) soda from McDonald’s contains 113 grams of[...]
Insomnia is generally understood as being unable to sleep at night, but the condition is a complex one and goes beyond this simple evaluation. It can involve waking up early, waking regularly during the night and often takes sufferers a very long time to actually fall asleep. There are different grades of insomnia, from transient[...]
Obesity is no longer a scourge plaguing the adults alone. It has now become one of the major health problems afflicting the lives of children and teenagers. The American Obesity Association reveals that in the United States alone about 1 in 5 children (ages 6-19) are obese. Obesity in pre-teens and teens has tripled in[...]
Recent reports show that hip replacement surgeries are more and more successful and many patients get a new chance of enjoying life without having to deal with pain while moving or during their daily activities. With every year that goes by, more patients try this type of treatment hoping their life will become as it[...]
Premature Ejaculation is a condition that affects as many as 1 in 3 men around the world. Aside from being embarrassing, it’s an issue that if left unresolved can ruin relationships. If you’re finding that you consistently ejaculate within two minutes of penetration during sex, you may be suffering from premature ejaculation (PE). It’s a[...]
Dental Implants are artificial “root devices” that are attached by a periodontist into the jaw to support a replacement tooth and are commonly manufactured from titanium material. Dental implants are used primarily used to replace tooth loss or teeth as they are formed to resemble the appearance of a real tooth or set of teeth;[...]
Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones – often referred to as ‘brittle bone disease’ it causes our bones to lose density and become more vulnerable to fracture. One way of protecting against this distressing disease is by increasing our consumption of foods that may strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis developing. Green leafy vegetables Green[...]
Doctors know all too well the importance of having a positive reputation on the Internet. In the old days, new patients would come to your practice after talking with someone he or she knows. These days, people are much more likely to read up about you on the Internet before they ever even consider making[...]
If you want to reduce your risk of illness, you can make a few changes to your home to help. Although it’s impossible to eliminate the risk of all illnesses and allergies, you can do your part to help protect your family. Use this short but highly informative guide to help lead your family to[...]