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Medical devices are one of the great modern medical miracles of our time. With them, people can know and understand their blood sugar, heart rate or even support someone who needs supplemental nutrition. These devices are incredible, until they malfunction. A medical...
Even with as much as medical science has advanced, there is still much estimation that comes with childbearing. Yet much of what we know to be true can vary depending on the individuals involved. Calculating when it is time (or past time) to deliver a baby is still...
As a parent, seeing your child sick or injured can be worse than having the concern yourself. While you may have health care professionals all around you, you may feel helpless about getting your child the care they need. Some doctors and other health professionals...
There is a certain magic that comes with being pregnant. Whether it happened quickly or took a long time to conceive, there is a lot of excitement that comes with expecting a baby. When it comes time to think about childbirth, many moms get understandably nervous. You...
The hospital can be a busy and understaffed place. The hospital administration may try to estimate staffing based on past statistics, but trauma and tragedy are typically unpredictable. When the hospital staff is stretched thin, it is difficult to know what level of...
Surgery is stressful for you and your body. Many people suffer significant anxiety before going into an operation, and the recovery process can be long and painful. Worse than one surgery is finding out you need a second one because the doctor made a mistake. After...
Electronic health records (EHR) make going to the doctor faster and more convenient. You can change doctors and know that the next physician will have your documents in moments, not days or weeks. EHR bring another layer of issues, however. Features like...
While the clichés about making assumptions tend to be accurate, the field of medicine is full of them. Doctors may assume your symptoms add up a certain way, or they may assume that the treatment that works on most patients will work for you, too....
Telemedicine can be an excellent way for doctors and patients to save money and be more efficient. Virtual doctor visits can cut down on wait time and reduce overhead since virtual visits do not require specialized equipment. When you are sick, sometimes the last...
A medical emergency is a terrifying experience. Your life hangs in the balance while you trust a team of medical professionals to help you at your most vulnerable time. Even if you are conscious while the doctor is diagnosing you and explaining what should happen, it...