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 An “unhappy mix” of long waiting times, staff shortages and strained budgets is “fuelling a boom in demand for private health care” in the UK. A “fundamental shift” is occurring in the country’s relationship with the NHS, said CNN. The NHS is an example of a single-payer system, funded by taxation. Other countries, such as […]

April 24, 2024 Pathways to Healing: Exploring Local Options for Addiction Treatment Addiction is a pervasive issue that doesn’t discriminate based on age, gender, race, or affluence. It’s a complex condition with far-reaching effects, but fortunately, a variety of treatment options exist to help individuals recover and lead fulfilling lives. One of the keys to […]

April 24, 2024 How A Pain Management Specialist Can Help With Chronic Pain Imagine waking up, your body thrumming with discomfort, a familiar foe you’ve battled day in, and day out. Is this your reality? You’re not alone. Millions around the globe share the same struggle, but there’s a beacon of hope – integrated pain […]

Protesters march around the Arizona Capitol in Phoenix after the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade on June 24, 2022. The court will hear oral arguments Wednesday on emergency care in states with abortion bans. Ross D. Franklin/Associated Press The U.S. Supreme Court is about to rule on a case in which […]

Dental deserts are emerging across the country, especially in low-income and rural areas. Because of this, many people do not have access to necessary oral health care, which can lead to worse health outcomes over time. In order to accommodate the lack of dentists, some primary care practices are incorporating dental care in their health […]

Despite its recent economic woes, Nigeria still boasts Africa’s highest GDP – but one of the continent’s worst outcomes for pregnant women.  This discrepancy in the inflation-battered but most populous African nation is also worsening. In 2020, about 82,000 Nigerian women died from pregnancy or childbirth-related complications, including severe haemorrhage, sepsis and unsafe abortions. That […]

Lunchables were introduced in 1988 and have since become one of the most popular meals for children to bring to school. However, a consumer watchdog’s recent report has startled parents across the country with an eye-raising claim: Lunchables kits are not as healthy for kids as previously thought.  The report, released April 9 by Consumer […]

(Reuters) – Eli Lilly’s weight-loss drug succeeded in two late-stage trials testing it in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, the company said on Wednesday. The drug, chemically known as tirzepatide, helped cut the frequency of irregular breathing by as much as 63% on average across the two trials in patients with the condition. Lilly said […]

Is what you know about Parkinson’s accurate? (Getty Images) From Jeremy Paxman and Michael J. Fox to Hollyoaks’ Lysette Anthony, celebrities sharing their experiences of Parkinson’s in recent years has helped to shine more of a spotlight on the condition. That said, we still have a way to go with improving our understanding of the […]

Lead exposure is more common than people may think. “In 2024, one of the most potent neurotoxins known to humanity persists all over the world as a public health threat,” said Vox. Yes, that potent neurotoxin is lead. The toxic metal has been found in food products, water pipes, drinkware and cookware. Unfortunately, there is […]

It is, unfortunately, far too common for women to go into medical settings complaining of pain and have to deal with being ignored or dismissed by medical providers. The so-called pain gap is causing women to receive inadequate treatment, particularly in comparison to their male counterparts. Several factors feed into this gender pain gap, including […]

Cancer will affect us all during our lifetimes, whether through our own diagnoses or those of loved ones. It’s a fact Professor Caroline Dive, director of the CRUK National Biomarker Centre, knows all too well.  “Nearly one in two of us will get cancer in our lifetimes. Walking through the Christie Hospital in Manchester, the […]

Clinicians should use “extreme caution” when prescribing gender medical treatment to children, a new report has said. The Cass review, led by consultant paediatrician Dr Hilary Cass, was commissioned in 2020 to assess international research into puberty blockers as well as review gender services provided to children by the NHS.  Cass’s key finding is that […]

April 10, 2024 The Triumph of Self-Belief and Why It Outweighs Arrogance One is the obvious winner in the complex dance between arrogance and confidence. Even though they both seem confident, the reactions they receive are very different from one another. While arrogance is seen with contempt, alienates people, and frequently results in failure, confidence […]

It was critical that people who planned to watch the solar eclipse follow one directive: Don’t look directly at the sun without proper protective eyewear. But it appears not everyone heeded the warning. Social media is flooded with people across the nation complaining of sore eyes after watching the eclipse. Some who say their eyes hurt […]

April 9, 2024 Demystifying The Work Of Pediatric Primary Care Providers Imagine this – you’re a parent. It’s 2 am and your child has a fever that just won’t break. You’re worried, stressed, and unsure of what to do next. You reach out to your lifeline – your pediatric primary care provider. Now, transpose this […]

April 9, 2024 Demystifying The Work Of Pediatric Primary Care Providers Imagine this – you’re a parent. It’s 2 am and your child has a fever that just won’t break. You’re worried, stressed, and unsure of what to do next. You reach out to your lifeline – your pediatric primary care provider. Now, transpose this […]

It’s been more than 10 years since Jonathan Cole was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, but he says he’s doing everything he can to fight back against it. One thing he says helps is a drumboxing class. He tells KCBS it’s exactly what it sounds like, a a vigorous workout that combines drumming and boxing moves. “It’s not […]

April 5, 2024 The Role Of A General Dentist In Preventive Oral Health I am walking you through a day in the life of a general dentist. Imagine this – you’re in oral surgery The Woodlands, performing a routine check-up. You’re not just inspecting teeth for cavities. No, your role stretches much further. You are […]