People genuinely want to take their medication correctly, but sometimes instructions and safety information discussed during an office visit or at the pharmacy is overwhelming and can be forgotten. Also, patients may be reluctant or unaware of important questions to ask during a medical or pharmacy visit.
The kidneys are one of the more extraordinary organs of our body and without them we would not survive. They make up only 0.5 percent of our total body weight but can filter all the blood in our body in 30 minutes. This means that the blood gets filtered through our kidneys roughly 400 times a day.
Do the holidays stress you out? The holiday season may bring you joy, but it might also be a time that causes you to feel overwhelmed or anxious. Factors that can contribute to holiday blues include facing the loss of a loved one, being away from family and friends, feeling isolated from others, complicated family dynamics, and financial hardship, to mention a few.
You should ask yourself these 5 questions about breast cancer to ensure preventative care success.
First of all the flu vaccine is something that we all should consider on a yearly basis, especially those individuals with chronic illnesses, such as chronic lung disease, history of known previous coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, the very young or very old.
Robins are wonderful birds, don’t you think? They are the first birds to sing in the morning and the first birds to lay their eggs in the spring. They appreciate a freshly mown lawn and are able to get around by both hopping and flying. However, I have discovered a disturbing trait about robins – they are arrogant. Yes, you read that correctly, robins are arrogant, conceited, ego-maniacs. This character flaw is not listed on the National Audubon Society website, but I assure you it is true.