We all face choices and make decisions every day. Some are obviously bigger than others. Should I buy a house? Is now the time to start a family? When you are faced with a healthcare issue though, your choices may seem more overwhelming. Many women, for instance, who have inherited the BRCA 1 or Read More
Archives for October 2017
Doctors Specialty Spotlight: Cardiology
A startling health statistic shows that one out of every four deaths is related to some form of heart disease. That means that roughly 610,000 people die of heart disease in the United States, every year. In fact, heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in America. That is Read More
Doctor Specialty Spotlight: Internal Medicine
Many people are confused by the term “doctor of internal medicine.” They may think that an internal medicine doctor is an intern, or a student physician in training who has completed medical school and has a medical degree, but is not yet licensed to practice medicine on their own. The practice Read More
The Different Types of Physicals
There are a surprising number of routine physicals throughout your lifetime that may be required for work, school, or simply as a matter of protecting your heath. For instance, some careers require a physical exam. Others are necessitated by schools, which may require proof of vaccination, Read More
Why are Physicals Required in Schools?
Have you ever wondered why schools require physicals before students are allowed to attend? The main reason for physical exams is that students can easily carry a communicable disease, without even knowing they have it. It is also a way to make sure that children are protected from common Read More