As a patient, you have the right to expect your healthcare provider to provide you with the highest standard of care. When this doesn’t happen, and an injury is caused by medical negligence or error, the results can be tragic for you and your family. If a medical error has harmed you, it’s essential to… Continue reading Medical Malpractice: What Is It? And More Questions Answered
Biggest Trends in Healthcare 2022
Experimentation in the healthcare industry, which was already in progress before the pandemic, has accelerated since March 2020. The pandemic has forced providers to expand telehealth services and create new consumer-facing virtual services while reforming supply chains to keep hospitals stocked with vital equipment. Here are some of the top trends that are shaping health… Continue reading Biggest Trends in Healthcare 2022
Communicate More Effectively in the Workplace (Healthcare)
Communication is a two-way street and highly nuanced, so it’s no surprise that communication can be challenging in healthcare when working in high-pressure conditions. Add to that the complexities of using new tools for collaboration, and you have a recipe for miscommunication. After all, who hasn’t ever had their “reply all” button accidentally clicked on?… Continue reading Communicate More Effectively in the Workplace (Healthcare)
How To Get Vitamin D Without Excessive Sun Exposure
How To Get Vitamin D Without Excessive Sun Exposure The sun is the primary source of vitamin D . But did you know that sunscreen and clothing can block up to 99% of its rays? While everyone should limit their sun exposure, there are many ways to get enough vitamin D without soaking up the… Continue reading How To Get Vitamin D Without Excessive Sun Exposure
Environmental Pollution and Its Harmful Effects
Air pollution is the release of pollutants into the atmosphere that are harmful to human health and the environment as a whole. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution causes nearly seven million deaths worldwide each year. Nine out of ten people currently breathe air that exceeds the WHO’s pollutant guideline limits, with… Continue reading Environmental Pollution and Its Harmful Effects
Is Watching the News Bad for You?
So, is watching the news bad for you? In this day and age, we have effortless access to news and current events. Unfortunately, however, the fact that there is so much news out there may have a negative impact on your lives. You’re constantly bombarded with stories of war and famine at home or abroad,… Continue reading Is Watching the News Bad for You?
What Is Monkeypox?
According to recent research, the smallpox vaccine has shown to be about 85% effective in treating smallpox. Monkeypox, which belongs to the same family of viruses as smallpox and chickenpox, is a rare disease that occurs primarily in remote parts of Central and West Africa, near tropical rain forests. While it is similar to human… Continue reading What Is Monkeypox?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome – What You Need to Know
Understanding what you can do to lower your family’s risk of SIDS is critical. The first step is understanding SIDS, the signs and symptoms, and your child’s risk factors. From there, you’ll be better prepared to reduce those risks and cope with the loss of a child if it occurs in your family. What is… Continue reading Sudden Infant Death Syndrome – What You Need to Know
What You Need to Know About IVF
What is IVF? IVF (in vitro fertilization) is a process that helps women get pregnant who can’t become pregnant otherwise. If you have trouble getting pregnant, you may be familiar with this term. But if not, here’s a brief primer on the basics of IVF. IVF involves fertilizing an egg outside of a woman’s body… Continue reading What You Need to Know About IVF
Healthy Vs Toxic Relationships
Healthy relationships are built on respect, trust, and honesty. Without these critical components, a relationship won’t last long. Toxic relationships are based on control, fear, and manipulation. Control: Toxic relationships are based on control. When someone feels like they have to take charge of every situation, it’s a sign of toxic behaviour. This can also… Continue reading Healthy Vs Toxic Relationships