Obesity increases probability of surgical complications

“Everything you do in these patients is different and more difficult” comments Dr. Alexander Rosemurgy when talking about the increased risks in performing surgery on obese patients. Numerous studies have demonstrated the risks that surgery poses for the obese, predominantly … Continue reading →

Increased screening to protect against SADS

It is quite evident that the number of incidents of sudden adult death syndrome (SADS) is on the increase, with athletes across the globe suffering frequently. There exist a number of causes including genetic or, more commonly, a structural defect … Continue reading →

Cardiologists and the famous flying doctors of America

The Flying Doctors of America help impoverished communities anywhere from Bhutan to Bolivia, with the former the subject of this blog. Bhutan is surrounded by leviathans such as China and India, with Bangladesh and Nepal nearby and due to its … Continue reading →

The benefits of curry…

The emergence of Indian cuisine on the international stage has not surprised me as its fantastic combinations of different spices and herbs give astonishing flavours from the first to the last bite. I’ve been aware for some time of the … Continue reading →

Correlation between unemployment and heart attacks

The recession of 2007 has created more than just financial destruction across the highly integrated global economy, with a study by Oxford University finding that there exists a correlation between increasing unemployment and heart attacks. The study servces to demonstrate … Continue reading →

Applying genetic testing to trace lost children

DNA-Prokids was set up in 2004 and it serves to assist in reuniting parents with their child via free DNA tests. With widespread cases of child abductions in some of the world’s poorest countries the need for adequate tracking is … Continue reading →

Juvenile arthritis on the increase

Arthritis is commonly associated with age, however, its prevalence is said to be increasing among youths according to a study performed by the Ohio State University Medical Center (OSU). Early diagnoses can be critical in reducing the long-term effects the … Continue reading →

Should the Integrated Client Care Program make its way south?

The Integrated Client Care Program (ICCP) deployed in Canada appears an effective means of providing health care to those who are terminally ill or suffer from debilitating illnesses. The program incorporates house visits whereas before patients were required to visit … Continue reading →

Top athletes require the best treatment

The curtains have finally been drawn on what was a marvellous Olympics with a number of fantastic sporting moments, most notably Michael Phelps achieving a record 19 medals, incredible. Considering how highly tuned the athletes are the need for the … Continue reading →

Can meditation reduce pain?

A non-medicinal treatment to chronic pain could possibly provide a solution to widespread suffering. Therapists such as those specializing in pain management Freehold New Jersey, acknowledge alternative measures as a potential method of reducing discomfort, while not solely focusing on … Continue reading →

Living with chronic pain? A cure could be on its way

The definition of chronic pain is that which persists for more than three to six months and that occurs at least three times weekly. Chronic pain has many forms with some of the most commonly known being osteoarthritis, back pain … Continue reading →

What do Tiger Woods and Trevor Booker have in common?

Not only are they both elite athletes – with one beginning his professional career and the other a well established professional – both have both adopted platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy to assist in the healing of injuries sustained while … Continue reading →

Skin care with Botox, placenta, dropping and bee stings

The rapid advances in the natural healing industry occasionally throw up a surprise or two. I recall hearing of athletes using placenta to assist in the recovery from injury, while it has now emerged that sheep placenta is being used … Continue reading →

Reducing risk of cancer through prevention

The fight against cancer is constant, with early detection and prevention proving the most effective methods of reducing the risk. Cancers form for a variety of reasons but the deaths that relate to excessive consumption can be reduced per year … Continue reading →

Six ways to prevent wrinkles

The paranoia surrounding aging is substantial as men and women across the world attempt to defy the laws of nature as we strive to remain looking young forever. I don’t believe that it is aging that overly worries us, as … Continue reading →

Entering the mainstream

The popularity and widespread adoption of Botox is evident not only throughout Hollywood as it is becoming increasingly more popular in everyday life also. With considerable improvements in the quality of treatment provided, which is exemplified in particular by the … Continue reading →

More than just a wrinkle reducer

The popularity of medical operations using Botox (botulinum toxin) is understandable due in part to the non-invasiveness of the surgical process. The drug is traditionally associated with dermatology and cosmetic surgery with Botox Westchester remaining at the forefront in the … Continue reading →

Reduced doses of FSH could prove equally effective

When undergoing In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH Hormone) can be used to stimulate the ovaries to grow and thus increase the release of eggs, which as part of IVF are fertilized outside the body and then re-implanted … Continue reading →

Men are as likely as women to be infertile

Infertility causes are equally divided amongst men and women with both sexes responsible about 30% to 40% of cases each, while 20% involves a combination of both, according to Dr. Archana Dhawan Bajaj, a Consultant Obstetrician, Gynecologist, Fertility and IVF … Continue reading →

Greater regulation of India’s egg donation industry required

The informal oocyte donation industry is growing in developing countries as under privileged women approach clinics in the hope of receiving a windfall relative to their actual monthly earnings. The price of a egg donation in India does not reflect … Continue reading →

The five steps to cracking infertility

The fertility-rate across the more developed world is decreasing with countries such as Spain and Italy reporting on average 1.47 and 1.4 children per woman respectively. Increasing access to education, work commitments and better health is continuously reducing the number … Continue reading →

Greater promotion of embryo adoption programs a good thing

The increased popularity and effectiveness of embryo adoption was clearly demonstrated by the federal government’s promotion of embryo adoption, as it provided funding to increase awareness of its existence, with $1.9 million used in 2011 for this purpose. It occurs … Continue reading →

Specialised weight-loss programs are the healthiest option

Confronting weight loss can prove difficult and for that reason specialists are required to develop unique treatment programs to encourage weight loss while considering the different complex factors that can lead to weight gain. Clinics such as medical clinic Corpus Christi has developed specialized programs which … Continue reading →