Thursday, April 25, 2024
There’s been so much talk about Covid-19 and testing lately, it’s understandable that many of us have been left overwhelmed by the situation. Should you get tested, and where do you go for the test? Which test should you get done? What is the difference between PCR, antigen and antibody? […]
Self-testing kits are a wonderful way that you can test for a variety of health conditions and risk factors. They can give you greater insight and knowledge into your own body. You can then use this information to adjust your habits and lifestyle to reduce your risk for developing certain […]
Blood clotting is not as bad as to be called a disorder. However, an inherited predisposition in the genes and injuries that may lead to abnormal blood clotting. This can lead to a number of diseases and health issues. Knowing about them can help you recognize the symptoms and take […]
There are good reasons to believe that alcohol and drug abuse is an increasing problem in the UK workplace. A 2012 report by the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service found that roughly 33 percent of British employers nowadays have to deal with alcohol and drug abuse problems at the workplace. […]
Medical science has proven that genetics matter when it comes to health. Companies that do DNA testing offer a way to map genes and determine how healthy a person's future looks. The results provide a guide so you can choose ways to stay well - from relieving stress to picking […]
Research shows that there’s a growing demand for primary care. Reports indicate that 1.2 million registered nurses will be required to address the current shortage. Fortunately, family nurse practitioners (FNPs) are stepping in to address this shortage. Family nurse practitioners play a critical role in providing primary and preventive care. […]
Many women find infertility and subsequent treatments to try to conceive extremely stressful, and the entire process can be emotionally draining. One worry is that all this emotional stress could affect the outcome of any infertility treatment, but thankfully, this doesn’t seem to be the case. Recent research analyzed 20 […]
The human thyroid gland weighs 1.5 ounces and secrets about a teaspoon of thyroid hormone over the course of a year. Yet, the health of the human body is completely dependent on two thyroid hormones, without which the metabolism of every cell in the body would come to a grinding halt. A study of randomly chosen Nebraska Fair goers who underwent blood […]
hePatients today have more access to healthcare than ever before, thanks in large part to technology, The quality of care is improving along with patient outcomes. In addition, more people can receive care promptly. As a result, healthcare overall has become smarter, more effective, and more personalized. How is this […]
Personalized medicine and gene editing represent an exciting new era in healthcare. These cutting-edge technologies allow medical treatments to be tailored to each patient’s unique genetic makeup, promising a future of more effective and precisely targeted therapies. In recent years, great strides have been made in understanding the genetic basis […]
Personalized and Precision Health Personalized and precision health will be a major trend in 2023-2024. Genetic testing, wearable devices, and health apps are providing more insights into an individual’s unique biology and lifestyle. This data will allow for customized diet, exercise, and supplement plans tailored to someone’s specific needs and […]
There are usually painful conditions that we all suffer from at some point in our life. These range from headaches and migraines, dizziness, pain, and numbness, to back pain and sciatica, neck pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome from working on the computer keyboard for long periods. These are rarely life-threatening […]