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All About the Flu
Flu season is here. This is a breakdown of what you need to know.
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Basics of Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that effects around 9% of the population. This seemingly simple disease of uncontrolled sugar wreaks absolute havoc on those who are not aware of the seriousness of the disease. Here's a basic introduction.
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Why Is It so Hard to Cure Cancer?
Cancer is a terrible blight on society and one that has received much focus over the years. Will we ever find a true cure for cancer in general? Likely not. Let's delve into some of the reasons why.
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What is Broken Heart Disease?
Broken Heart Syndrome, or Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy, is a more rare form of heart disease brought on by extreme stress.
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Ventilators (AKA: Breathing Tubes)
Breathing tubes (ventilators) are a very scary thing to the laymen facing a hospitalization, or with family in the hospital. I'll teach you about them to decrease the fear and stress surrounding them.
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Eating after Surgery
One of the most common complaints I hear from patients after surgery is being hungry and thirsty. Often, it isn't safe to give them food and water, and here's why.
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Hygiene in the Hospital
When people think of being in the hospital, especially an ICU, they can often get stressed over basic daily needs. I'll explain how bathing works in a dependent hospital setting.
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What is a DNR and DNI?
A DNR / DNI is a very important medical document to have, but you first have to understand what it is. I'll explain what they are, and why they're used.
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How the Heart Works: Part 2
Part 2 of Understanding the Heart delves into the electrical pathways that produce a heart beat.
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How the Heart Works: Part 1
The heart can be a confusing organ to many people, but it's truly painfully simple. Read on to learn the basic anatomy of the heart.
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What Is a PVC (Premature Ventricular Contraction)?
Imagine this: you're in the hospital and the alarm on the telemetry monitor is going off. But the staff tells you it's nothing but PVCs. What gives? Well, PVCs aren't a big deal. Read on to learn why.
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Understanding A.fib (atrial fibrillation)
Have you ever been in the hospital yourself or with a family member and heard mention of afib? Were you confused? Read on to get a basic understanding of this heart rhythm.