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Six tips to overcoming doctor’s office anxiety

Going to the doctor’s office can be a stressful event, particularly if you’re prone to health anxiety. If you fear going for a check-up or you’re worried about undergoing a procedure, there are steps you can take to alleviate your worries. With these top tips, you can overcome doctor’s office anxiety now and make your health your top priority: Tell your doctor Being anxious about attending an appointment isn’t unusual and your doctor won’t be surprised to learn that you […]

todayJuly 17, 2020 1

Business & Lifestyle

Study: Statins cut heart attack, stroke risk even in older adults

CHICAGO (UPI) -- Older adults can reduce risk for a fatal heart attack or stroke by 20 percent by taking a prescription statin drug, according to a study published Tuesday by JAMA. Those over age 75 who were newly prescribed the cholesterol-lowering drugs were 25 percent less likely to die during the seven-year study period than those who didn't take them, the researchers said. "Our results held even in those over age 90 and in those with dementia," co-author Dr. […]

todayJuly 7, 2020 3

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How to better streamline lab billing in the healthcare industry

Laboratories are a very important cog in the wheel of the healthcare system. While only a small percentage of the overall hospital staff, their findings are incredibly important to all branches of healthcare. Their findings can make or break a patient’s case and provide doctors with life-saving insights and treatment options.  Lab work is so important, and yet, because most hospital labs are small, billing for these laboratories can be difficult. Often lab departments find that their invoices go unpaid […]

todayJune 29, 2020 21

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Five simple ways to avoid gaining weight in the summertime

Weight gain often happens unobtrusively, until you find your pants are not getting over the hips, or your belly is protruding visibly beneath your shirt. Several factors contribute to weight gains, such as stress, aging, improper dietary habits, addiction, inactivity, lack of sleep, and underlying diseases. There are various risks associated with weight gain, such as heart diseases, stroke, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis, etc. Among all seasons, summer is a ripe time to gain weight because people end […]

todayJune 17, 2020 3

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Keeping a safe, healthy home during COVID-19 lockdown

The COVID-19 pandemic has been the largest human distaste for a long time; and it has forced us to change the way we live our lives day-to-day. With all of us having to stay at home and stay safe this month, it is important to know how we can best protect our household from this threat and keep the ones we love safe and healthy.  Reduce online buying  Online buying is tempting while we are stuck at home and bored […]

todayJune 2, 2020 10

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How difficult is it to go vegan as a sports fan?

It’s now estimated that around 8% of the world’s population follows a vegan diet. While that is still a small fraction of the global food economy, veganism might seem like it’s taking over the world. In most restaurants, there are vegan options available, and every day there are more vegan alternatives to meat products. It might seem like the last thing you’d ever want to do; for some, nothing beats a juicy steak or a tender chicken breast. It might […]

todayMay 21, 2020 6

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Becoming a nurse after the COVID-19 crisis

During this COVID-19 crisis, it may have struck your mind that you want to do more to help. Perhaps this crisis has actually given you the desire to change your career. You may be looking at a new career in nursing as one of those options. There is no set age to going into the world of medicine. However, there are some things that you may need to acquire first. Some medical certificates and courses require you to have certain […]

todayMay 21, 2020 23

Business & Lifestyle

Music may help reduce anxiety, improve brain function in dementia patients

Now that we are all constantly connecting through digital means, the uninterrupted barrage of noise can feel overwhelming. If you're feeling overstimulation by all the obtrusive ringing, rumbling, and yelling, you aren't alone. Studies have found that community noise can be detrimental to your health. This could be from out on the street or through the speakers of a cell phone. In fact, those adverse health effects include everything from learning deficits to heart disease. When community noise levels rise […]

todayMay 17, 2020 26

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Suffering from an injury? Here’s seven ways to heal in record time

If you have an injury, you’ll probably be itching to get back to your ‘normal’ life. Maybe you just want to be able to walk up and down the stairs without pain, or maybe you love running and can’t wait to get back to pounding the pavement. Whatever your injury may be, it can cause a serious disruption in your life.   Develop a healthy sleeping pattern Start by developing a healthy sleeping pattern. This is important for those without […]

todayMay 14, 2020 1

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