Your primary care physician is the heart of your medical team. He or she is meant to be your first point of contact when something ails you. The trouble is, sometimes those ailments arise when your primary care physician isn’t available. With growing demand for their services, primary care physicians are often overbooked and hard…
There are a number of ear, nose and throat conditions that can cause problems in children ranging from sleep disorders to speech problems. The good news is that there are treatments for most of these conditions, and children will outgrow some of them. One of the most common otolaryngological conditions afflicting children is ear infections….
Do you have a primary care physician? Many American adults do not. As a result a lot of people end up in the emergency room. There are a lot of reasons this is a bad thing. This is one of the most expensive ways you can receive medical care. According to he Medical Expenditure Panel…
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing repeatedly while they sleep. It can be a very complex condition, so here is everything you need to know about this disorder. There are two types of sleep apnea: 1. Obstructive sleep apnea. This is the most common form of the…
Weight loss is a sensitive subject for a number of reasons. Many people feel ashamed by their need to lose weight. They shouldn’t be; by recognizing that you need to lose weight, you’re taking the first step down a road to a healthier you. But the greater issue perhaps — and the reason behind much…
When illness or injury leaves you in need of medical care, it can be hard in the moment to know who to turn to. From your primary care physician to urgent care and emergency room centers or even 911, every medical center fills as unique role in providing care. Understanding how they work together and…
There is a right way to do everything, and that includes making changes in your lifestyle and body image. The decision to change your body and life isn’t one you should take lightly. These kinds of transitions take a lot of time and effort to maintain, and it’s not a one and done kind of…
You never know when an accident is going to happen. You could end up severely injured, and it could be terrible for your finances if you do not have health insurance. You could also end up with an unexpected illness and having to end up paying a lot of money out of pocket, to the…
Finding a new doctor is a decision that thousands of Americans face on a daily basis. For some, it is in response to some sort of sudden illness, and for others it can simply be a result of moving to a new city or state. Whatever the reason may be, finding the right doctor for…
Do you have a primary care physician? For many Americans, the answer to that question is, “no.” A lot of young and healthy people do not give their health a second thought until they have a problem. For a number of people, the place they go for most of their health care needs is the…
