One of the greatest revolutions in American healthcare over the last decade is the rise in urgent care facilities. As statistics from research firm IBIS World show, the market for urgent care facilities, also commonly referred to as walk in health clinics, grew by an astounding 8.2.% between 2010 and 2015. Current statistics show that […]
Finding a physician might seem like one of the more challenging parts of moving to a new area, but so long as you know what questions to ask a physician, you’ll have no problem finding a doctor. Here are just a few you should always be sure to ask about. Where Are They Located? Though […]
It may seem hard to believe that at one time, urgent care facilities were frowned upon and considered “Doc-in-a-Box” clinics. Fast forward to today, and urgent care facilities as well was mobile health clinics and even walk in health clinics are all considered integral aspects of the American health care system. These kinds of facilities […]
For men with low testosterone, living day-to-day life can be a struggle. When men have lower than normal testosterone levels, serious physical and mental complications can arise. Increased body fat, decreased strength, lowered libido, high blood pressure, poor sleep, chronic fatigue, and depression are just some of the symptoms patients of low testosterone face. There […]
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy — a medical treatment that involves inhaling 100% oxygen inside a full-body hyperbaric chamber to enhance the body’s natural healing processes and abilities — is quickly becoming a popular way for people to treat their various health conditions and feel better every day. When inhaled, this extra oxygen dramatically enhances the ability […]
Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. It seems more and more people are turning to local vape shops for their nicotine fix and for a new and more relaxed way to smoke. One popular device gaining popularity is the portable must vape, a sleek and easy-to-use device. Another popular option is […]
Going to see your doctor is extremely important in order to improve and maintain your health. There are times, however, that make going to your doctor no longer an option. Perhaps you work during your doctor office’s hours of operation and cannot get time off of work. Maybe you are experiencing pain or illness that […]
Some foot problems are actually fairly common, and normally you can take good daily care of your feet by following some simple foot care tips. But there are a few everyday foot problems that can turn serious if you don’t take the time to head over to your local podiatrist (that’s a foot and ankle […]
It seems that the last few months have been filled with a variety of different illnesses and related controversy. From Ebola fears and a flu epidemic to a measles outbreak caused by a lack of vaccinations, the United States has truly seen it all in recent times. Now, doctors are warning that two more common […]
For single parents and couples who are unable to conceive, different types of IVF treatments allow them to achieve their dream of bringing a child — or children — into the world. Now, the Canadian province of Quebec seeks to make a controversial move by cutting IVF insurance and banning treatments in women over the […]
