The need for research on different conditions that affect women is still great. There are millions of women who go without the health care they need each year. Many of these women have conditions that can be treated while others die from life-threatening conditions. With the right funding such as scholarships, research can be done and women can receive the medical attention that is needed. ...read more
Pilates is an exercise that utilizes the entire body. It is filled with movement and stretching to increase flexibility and strength. Pilates focuses on using your mind as the platform to develop your body. When your body is able to reach peak conditions, your performance level increases and your muscles respond positively. Strong muscle development is the key to reducing the odds of all types of sports injuries. ...read more
While some workplaces are more dangerous than others, there are hazards present in all workplaces, regardless of the industry. The hazards will usually be unique to a particular industry or even just to that particular workplace. It is therefore important for an employer to be able to analyze those specific dangers to safety and health and to mitigate them. ...read more
The young and old alike can benefit from improving their health. Simple strategies exist that you can incorporate into your every day life. Implement all or a few health tips such as flossing your teeth or taking part in physical activities to enjoy a healthy and happy life. ...read more
The health service administrator has a wide variety of duties that are performed in hospitals, nursing homes, private physician offices as well as other places. Their duties range from clerical up to executive roles. They also perform duties in human resources as well as accounting. ...read more
Before a company launches a new product or service, it is important to conduct a feasibility study. This is particularly true for companies in the health services industry. This industry is highly regulated, and it is saturated with companies. As a result, a thorough feasibility study can help ensure that the company is entering into a profitable venture. ...read more
The operating room can be a breeding ground for a multiplicity of bacteria. Airborne pathogens and environmental opportunistic pathogens can result in infections. Stress and mistakes in the surgery process may lead to serious complications. Following certain strategic quality control methods reduce the chance of infection, stress, and mistakes. ...read more
Chronic back pain affects more people every year. At the root of most chronic low back pain is muscle strain that results from the “core” muscles being weak. Core muscles include muscles in the back, abdomen, hips and buttocks. Exercises geared towards strengthening and elongating these muscles can lead to a reduction in injuries and pain to the lower back. ...read more
A cesarean birth is fairly common for new mothers. This type of birth is considered to be a major surgery and requires adequate diet and health care for the new mother to recover as quickly as possible. It is important that anyone who has had a C-section to get plenty of rest, eat healthy and follow their doctor’s advice during recovery. ...read more
For most people playing any type of physical sports could lead to injuries. Not all injuries require going to a doctor, many injuries are small and can be treated using the RICE treatment. The treatment has been used for many years and is a very quick and reliable way ...read more
Children spend the majority of their day at school. While a healthy lifestyle begins at home, it is important that schools reinforce those lifestyle choices. Many schools have developed a health wellness policy to help improve and maintain the health of their student body. ...read more
Major medical health insurance is very attractive to individuals and families that cannot afford or choose not to pay large premiums for general benefits. This plan does have some drawbacks, and one of the main ones is the out of pocket cost from the high deductible that must be paid before the insurance starts. It is important that you know how to use major medical healthcare insurance. ...read more
Having a healthy prostate is vital to maintaining good health. As people age, the risk for prostate cancer increases. It is important to keep your prostate in good health by maintaining a proper weight, avoiding smoking and eating a balanced diet. ...read more
Every time doctors or other medical professionals treat or diagnose patients they record their findings or results. They call these records patient health information or PHI. Patients rely on their healthcare provider to protect their important medical information from those who would steal or misuse it. ...read more
Wellness centers are designed to help people become healthier and achieve a greater state of wellbeing. Before you begin creating your own wellness center, decide on the type of services you will offer to your clients. Find the appropriate venue for your new wellness center, and design a program that combines your vision with a successful business model. ...read more