Health Care, Drugs & Insurance

In this unprecedented year (2020), and all the questions we've pondered because of all the challenges and loss, I thought it important to publish an old article I wrote/published in a nursing periodical welcoming new nursing graduates into the profession, shedding light on why some become nurses...

Abortion -a word full of controversy and long contested issue; not only in the Philippines but globally. Yes-it ends a pregnancy, it ends the coming of a new life, but who would also say that it saves lives of many women? None. Maybe, a few of us!

Osteoporosis is a disorder that is common for women. This is especially true if you have an autoimmune disease and receive cortisone medications. The bone density test is explained, along with several medications that are used to treat osteoporosis.

A true story about how I damaged my brain with THC permanently, and the associated effects of said brain damage.

My recent experience dealing with Humana about my Prescription Drug Plan - D.

The drug industry is using subliminal messages to peddle their products to older Americans.

This article explains the risk of dementia when taking certain medications, particularly the drugs that are anticholinergics. People over 55 years of age are at a higher risk for dementia if they are taking multiple medications daily. Older patients in the hospital are at a higher risk for delirium.

A person who draws blood is called a phlebotomist and unknown to many, there are those who call at the home of patients to carry out requested blood draws ordered by doctors. Learn the details of such visits by reading further.

Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhoea, weakness, metallic taste in the mouth are some of the common side effects of metformin. Read on to know more about other side effects and concerns.

When people are hurting, they want a medicine that is quick to reduce or relieve the pain. Just grabbing any one of the many over-the-counter pain relievers might not always be the best choice.

This is the era of the technological revolution and the use of robotics in healthcare is very much a reality. How we, as humans, deal with that reality will depend on our understanding and acceptance of how they work and how beneficial their use can be.

This article looks at the role of finance in healthcare.

It's important to have your medical records. You need to be the gatekeeper and advocate of your own medical records. Learn the hows and whys of keeping your medical records. It will make your life less complicated.

Are there side effects of CBD? Will they interact with medications that I am currently taking? What prescribed medications can I replace with CBD? All good questions. Let's look at the answers.

Stethoscopes are important tools for finding out what’s going on inside the human body. This article gives you some basic tips for how to use your stethoscope—and what you should be looking for.

This describes why medications do not work and actually makes your health worse. That is good for the medical industry since its goal is to make money.

People differ significantly in the way they cope with this experience, and how they react during the procedure.

When it comes to healthcare insurance you must choose the best company. Here is the list of trusted and well-known healthcare insurance companies in the Philippines.

In times of illness or injury we turn to our health care providers for care. We trust their knowledge and experience. But should we always follow without questions?

You get the usual medical/illegal, such as Marijuana, Cocaine, Heroin, ecstasy, etc. Then you get the (sought of) legal drugs, which you may be keeping in your cupboard. These are just some of them:

People tend to like some things unknown or clouded in secret. Many tries to find out about aliens, North Korea, ancient Egypt, or the mystery of Jack the Ripper. Of course, this article is nothing as spectacular as those examples, but it can be...

How to make the most of a patient visit to the Mayo Clinic including advice on scheduling an appointment, preparing for your visit, what to expect, and my personal experience at the Mayo Clinic.

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Hycid is a brand of omeprazole (Prilosec) manufactured by XL labs India. It is commonly used for heart burn, gastritis, and stomach ulcers. It is available over the counter.

Getting an appointment at Mayo Clinic can require months of waiting sometimes only to find you are denied entirely. If you are willing to take the time, you can be seen without a prior appointment.

My dream vacation in the western Mediterranean turned into a nighmare of pain and suffering in just a few short seconds -- on the first day of my trip. This tells the story of that experience.

Optic Shops Push The "Upgrade" To Polycarbonate. There Are Several Major Caveats Though, That They Don't Tell You About.

Marijuana is a controversial drug that has been legalized for use in a portion of the U.S. for those with chronic illnesses. Scientifically known as cannabis sativa, this plant is very powerful.

Bunions are feet deformities that commonly affect women. The lateral deviation of the great toe is due to the enlargement of the bone or the surrounding tissue of the joints.

Anaphylactic Shock,Symptoms and Treatment

Marijuana allergy can be annoying and even deadly in some cases. A warning label on legal marijuana might be included to help prevent catastrophes.

This is a summary of what prednisone is, a list of side effects (short and long-term), as well as the effects of prednisone withdrawal on the body. This is not a substitute for medical advice.

Although pharmacy can seem like fast food, banking, a clinic, and, frankly, a circus, it is in fact a very unique operation that requires highly trained professionals and a well executed workflow.

People of all ages find swallowing pills a task that is far too hard to manage let alone contemplate. If you are looking for alternatives, here is a list of the ‘tricks of the trade’ to try yourself.

An overview of the uses of lithium, dosing, side effects, and toxicity. Therapeutic lithium levels are discussed, in addition to the relationship of salt and lithium and general guidelines.

The U.S. offers excellent health care to those who can afford it. But what if you don't have health insurance? The author shares her own experiences.

Lipoden shots are the latest trend in weigh loss techniques. Lipotropic compounds are a chemical/hormonal/nutrient combination that stimulates the metabolism to weight loss. The lipoden injections for weight loss works by making the body process fats and carbohydrates more efficiently. Lipotropics refers to three amino acids that the liver uses to process the fats and carbs that we ingest. In this article, you will learn about Lipo-B, lipoden, myoden and the reviews for them to make the most inf

If you can't swallow pills and are looking for easy to swallow medicine for adults, you may appreciate this list of easy to swallow gummies, disintegrating tablets, liquids, gels and sprays as alternatives to treat your common ailments.

After a bad reaction after an iron infusion, I was switched to Venofer. This is my story.

Starting in 2014, state-based health insurance exchanges will make it easier for individuals and small businesses to buy affordable health insurance. The exchanges will act as one-stop marketplaces to allow customers to find and compare health plans, select among standardized coverage options, find out if they are eligible for any health programs or tax credits to make their insurance more affordable, and to enroll in a plan of their choice.

Possible side effects of wysolone medication and how to reduce them.

TENS could be used to relieve systemic pain caused by bursitis and rheumatoid arthritis. Cluster headaches, whiplash and dental problems may result in head and neck pain which can also be sufficiently treated by your TENS unit.

Scars normally come from an injury to the skin, however, in this case the scars are formed by a daily medical procedure. Although the scarring is hardly noticeable it does leave the skin feeling hard and lumpy.

Cases of dog bites and other animals, such as cats, horses, goats, carabaos and pigs are increasing every year. The Department of Health(DOH) is now having hard time catering on the needs of every patient and unusual cases as supply of anti-rabies vaccines are still not distributed at every local government unit. Patients still flock at San Lazaro Hospital in Manila via Bambang LRT Station for cure.

Aldactone: Aldactone is a diuretic medication used to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to treat congestive heart failure, kidney disorder, liver diseases, low potassium levels or hypokalemia and elevated blood levels of the hormone...

Piriton can be abused by many people to induce sleep and some take overdoses of Piriton deliberately to commit suicide.

Reviews on WebMD indicate that all the folks taking Humira would recommend it to their friends. It’s a 5-star drug. I guess the blind, deaf, and dead people felt pretty good before they took their final dose.

This hub provides Asian eyelid surgery before and after pictures, cost figures, and discusses Asian identity issues associated with the procedure. Costs of blepharoplasty in New York, Boston, Los Angeles, China, Korea, Hawaii.

Asthalin is a brand of salbutamol. It is used in Asthma and other conditions. Side effects include tremors.