Omega-3 fatty acids are one of the “good” types of fat. They may help lower the risk of heart disease, depression, dementia, and arthritis. Your body can’t make them. You have to eat them or take supplements. Omega-3: Types Omega-3 fatty acids come in more than one form. The types found in fish, …
Biotin also known as vitamin B7, in high doses, can interfere with accurate results of common lab tests, warns the FDA. Biotin is added to many dietary supplements, and has been found to skew lab test results, including tests used by ER doctors to diagnose heart attacks. The problem has led to at least one …
We all lead busy, hectic lives and don’t get the proper amount of sleep to function normally. Indeed, getting to bed late and having to wake up early for work will absolutely mess up our day. However, the good news is that there are a number of things you can do to get back on …
Ultravision, manufactured by Alesi Surgical, is a machine that effectively clears smoke from the surgical area produced by lasers. Ultravision technology is significantly better than the current simple, slow, and imprecise ventilation procedures. It provides a continuous clear visual field during surgery. Most important, it is fully portable and usable in laparoscopic and robot assisted surgeries. Ultravision …
Thyroid cancer is now the fastest growing cancer in America with rates three times higher in women than men. According to The American Cancer Society, this is an amazing statistic as overall, cancer rates in the Unites States are down 25% since 1991. Thyroid Gland: What Is It? The thyroid gland is located in the …
Sneezing is great for you! Contrary to the myths and misinformation you may have heard or read about, sneezing is actually a rather great thing. Furthermore, I’m sure that if we weren’t born with the sneezing reflex, we would have had to invent it. So sneeze and be happy. Your eyeballs won’t pop out, your …
Alzheimer’s Disease, What Is It? Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a vicious disease that attacks the brain. AD causes gradual memory loss, language loss, and emotional decline. This progressive loss of intellectual abilities is termed dementia. As the disease advances, the person needs constant help in bathing, eating, and going to the bathroom. Consequently, this round-the-clock care …
Aging brings with it health issues. Studies show that 9 in 10 adults develop a chronic disease and 8 in 10 seniors have more than one. Here are several recommendations to stay healthy, active, and vibrant. Health Issue-High Blood Pressure 2 in 3 seniors over the age of 60 display high blood pressure. Left …
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday announced a pilot program to accelerate the approval of new medical software products. New Medical Software Certification Protocols Consequently, Nine companies will participate in the Software Pre-certification Pilot Program and advise on types of expedited pre-certification. Currently, certification requirements are time-consuming prolong medical software …