If you have breast cancer, your oncology doctor may recommend that you have a lumpectomy. A lumpectomy is exactly what it sounds like, which is the removal of a lump of cancerous tissue – a surgery where your surgeon removes the tumor and not the full breast. A lumpectomy is much less invasive Read More
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5 Signs It’s Time to See a Pulmonary Doctor
Depending on your healthcare insurance coverage, you may be able to go straight to a pulmonologist without needing to see your general practitioner first for a referral. After all, there are certain indicators that make it clear that a visit to a lung doctor is in order. The following signs and Read More
Metabolic Syndrome Is on the Rise: What It Is and Why It Matters
Are you familiar with metabolic syndrome? Understanding what metabolic syndrome is can help you delay or prevent it from developing. According to a recent study from the Journal of the American Medical Association, there has been an increase in its prevalence. This increase is attributed to the Read More
5 Mistakes That May Be Sabotaging Your Hand Washing
We all know how important it is to wash our hands. Our fingers and palms come in contact with and carry a host of germs, and it’s how many of us end up getting sick. With the ongoing pandemic, teaching the public about proper hand washing is a priority. Despite it being a skill that even a child Read More
Warning Signs of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition affecting the hand and wrist. It occurs when the median nerve, which is responsible for sending signals of sensations and muscle movement in your hand, becomes compressed and inflamed. When this happens, you may find it challenging to use and move your Read More
Worlds Apart: Understanding the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition that is one of the primary causes of blindness, kidney failure, heart attack, and stroke across the world. There are two major types: type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The main distinctions between the two are their causes and methods of management. Understanding the type Read More
How to Avoid the Most Common Summer Sports Injuries
The beautiful sunshine and long days of summer invite fun activities for family and friends outdoors. But while everything seems perfect, injuries can happen if we’re not careful. It’s ideal to prevent injuries from happening in the first place if we can help it. Let’s take a look at some of the Read More
What Is the Difference Between Acute and Chronic Care?
When you’re not feeling well, the last thing on your mind is whether you’re experiencing an acute or chronic condition. You just want your doctor to diagnose your illness and restore your health as quickly and effectively as possible. However, the healthcare you receive will often depend on Read More
Preventing Heat Stroke during the Summer
While the summer season allows us to enjoy various outdoor activities, it is also the time of the year when we experience extreme heat—so much so that it puts us at risk of heat stroke. Its symptoms include a high body temperature (104 F), rapid breathing, flushed skin, vomiting, and altered mental Read More
Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
If you feel pain, weakness, or numbness in your wrist and hand, it may be caused by carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition occurs when your median nerve, which provides sensation to your fingers (all except your pinkie), becomes compressed due to pressure from leaning too much or for too long on the Read More