Approximately 23,800 adults and 4,830 children are diagnosed with cancerous tumors of the brain and spinal cord each year, with brain tumors making up the majority of that number. Glioblastomas account for about 15% of all primary brain tumors. Fortunately,…
Continue ReadingThere are some important points to note about urgent care centers that are worth sharing in this article. They are: The most common diagnosis in an urgent care center was upper respiratory condition, and the most common procedure was wound…
Continue ReadingHeart health is important. We all know this. But how do you know for sure your heart is healthy? The best way to find out is to visit a cardiologist. While that does mean setting aside time in your very…
Continue ReadingUrgent care. It is a term that means many things and for many means a better avenue for health treatment than other possibilities. It means immediate treatment, without an appointment. It means diagnostic equipment, like x-ray equipment. And it means…
Continue ReadingShe gets to start running again today! Unfortunately, while your 20 year old college daughter is excited about the fact that after six weeks of bing in a sling after shoulder surgery she has been cleared to run, you are…
Continue ReadingMany people with crooked teeth feel that their crooked smile reduces their confidence. If this describes you, your dentist may suggest you visit an orthodontist to explore options for straightening your teeth. Although many orthodontists still recommend metal braces for…
Continue ReadingWhen working in the medical field, it’s always important to be up to standards of cleanliness and sterilization. Keeping this sterilized and free of harmful bacteria is an important part of the maintaining the health and safety of both the…
Continue ReadingUnfortunately, injury happens and is all too common. Recovery can be difficult, and injuries can leave patients with lasting pain and complications. Fortunately, physical therapy methods and physical therapy exercises can help to alleviate pain, help patients heal from injury,…
Continue ReadingThe fact is that as much as we spend on medical supplies as it is, that number is likely only to increase in the future. This is in part because Americans are living longer, and the number of senior citizens…
Continue ReadingAt any one time, it is estimated that nearly 31 million Americans experience lower back pain. Physical therapy is a common prescription, but what exactly is it? There are nearly as many types of physical therapy as there are types…
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