Bird Flu and the Anti-Viral Drug Tamiflu

The Global Health Research Forum believes that the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain of the virus could be with us for another decade and the possibility of this virus mutating into one which can be transferred between humans is still highly likely. It is estimated that around 750,000 people in the UK could die in a pandemic. The Government has arranged to stockpile around 14 million courses of the anti-viral drug Tamiflu which is effective in preventing the spread of influenza or reducing the symptoms once contracted.

Meta-Physician On Call - Making the Connection Between Mind, Body and Spirit

The reality of the notion of mind-body-spirit has become a part of our cultural lexicon and, in spiritual and health conscious circles, it is acknowledged as unquestionably true. But how many of us are truly living our lives as if there is a common connection between all aspects of our being?

Carpal Tunnel FAQ

Carpal tunnel and carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is an injury or disease process caused by a pinched or impingement of the nerve(s) in the wrist, resulting in pain and numbness in the fingers and muscle weakness of the thumb. This FAQ answers most of the common questions and answers concerning carpal tunnel.

5 Tips to Stop a Gallbladder Attack Now

You can stop a gallbladder attack all naturally without surgery. You can also protect yourself against future attacks. Here are 5 great tips...

New Cord Blood Stem Cells Therapy

Cord blood stem cells are human cells that have the potential to develop into many different types of cells in the body. These cells come from umbilical cord blood that can be saved after the birth of a baby. Similar to embryonic stem cells, which are very controversial, the cord blood stem cells are much easier to obtain and are readily available. The cells are taken from umbilical cord blood and can be grown outside the body in a laboratory.

Getting To Know Anti-Hypertensive Beta-Blockers

Beta-blockers are one type of anti-hypertensive drugs that are commonly available today. It has been tested by several patients for years but modern studies have challenged the effectiveness of these drugs. Experts suggest that beta-blockers should not be used as first line treatment to hypertension. But just how do beta-blockers work, what are its side effects and implication of modern research about this type of treatment?

Cholesterol Reducing Drugs - Do the Risks Outweigh the Benefits?

Cholesterol Reducing Drugs present many health risks. This brief article looks at some of the risks and encourages you to weigh the risks with the benefits.

Medical Tourism - A Concept Then - A Phenomenon Now

The concept of medical tourism dates more than a thousand years back. The article discusses why and how it has become a phenomenon today.

Internet Guide for Physicians

Many physicians are missing the importance of utilizing the web to communicate with their patients. A study revealed 8 in 10 internet users have searched for health information online. Aesthetic medicine physicians have the most to gain, since patient education is a critical part of the building a successful aesthetic medicine practice.

Zaroxolyn Medication - Uses and Side Effects

Zaroxolyn can be used alone or with other high blood pressure medications. Zaroxolyn is also occasionally prescribed for kidney stones. These conditions include congestive heart failure and kidney disease. Diuretics prompt your body to produce and eliminate more urine, which helps lower blood pressure. Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications.

BMET Demand and Requisites Are Up

Biomedical equipment technicians are deeply sought after to maintain and repair medical imaging equipment. In spite of this, as the demand for BMETs climbs, so do the educational requirements.

NSF - NFD Prevention

Patients with moderate to severe renal insufficiency are at the highest risk for developing NSF/NFD

Canadian Pharmacy - Your Reliable and Affordable Health Portal

Prospective Canadian pharmacy customers should not overlook to do some investigation prior to making their online purchase

The Importance Of Medical Coding

Medical coding is much like data entry, so typing is going to be most what you do for extended periods of time throughout your day.

Should Nurses be Paid by Pharmaceutical Companies to Visit Patients?

It is an intricate situation; Most states or local administrations do not have enough funds to examine and monitor all those who need medical treatment, especially those suffering from chronic diseases like diabetes and asthma. So what if a pharmaceutical company puts up the funds to have qualified nurses visit doctors' offices to review the charts of the patients and to assess their progress? Such nurses sometimes also provide much needed professional development training for the office staff as well.