Labor, Birth, And Your Right To Informed Consent
Welcoming a baby is exciting, but labor and birth can provoke sticky medical and legal situations sometimes. Here, we explore patient rights and the meaning of informed consent.
Drinking Black Tea May Help Lower Diabetes Risk
A recent study suggests that you may be able to decrease your risk of developing diabetes by drinking black tea. In addition to cutting your diabetes risk, black tea is high in antioxidants and is linked to several health benefits.
Corrective Exercises For Herniated Disc
Suffering from a herniated disc? Learn how you can safely treat and manage your herniated disc by using corrective exercise methods.
Fear Of Death Sometimes Indicates A Healthy Prognosis
Hypochondria, especially a fear of death, is sometimes regarded comically. However, a well-founded fear of death coupled with appropriate steps to obtain effective medical treatment often predicts survival and even future good health.
Congratulations, You're Going To Be A Dad! How Men Can Prepare For A New Baby
Many men feel like they've entered alien territory when their partner becomes pregnant, but it doesn't have to be that way. Dads have a unique contribution to offer. How can you prepare for fatherhood?
Aspireassist: Medically Induced Bulimia For Quick Weight Loss
An innovative stomach pump device called AspireAssist makes it possible to have your stomach pumped out after every meal. Eat all you want, dump your meal in the toilet, and eat some more. But is it safe?
The Phthalates In Shampoo And Makeup Are Killing People, Study Warns: Are You At Risk?
Whether you've heard of them or not, phthalates lurk in nearly every cosmetic product you could possibly buy. Now, a new study has shown that they're more dangerous than previously thought. What do you need to know?
Gamer? These EZ Exercises Will Slash Your (Very Real) Risk Of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome can force you out of the running for months at a time, not to mention that it's seriously painful, too. If you're a gamer, you need to take action to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome. Here's how.
Healthy Cookware: The Healthiest Pots And Pans For Your Kitchen
Having your pantry stocked with healthy foods is only one part of creating a healthy kitchen. Not all cookware is created equal, and it is important to ensure that your pots and pans are made from the healthiest materials available.
Halloween Eye Safety: Be Cautious Of Decorative Contact Lenses!
Enjoy your Halloween party by all means. However, be careful while using decorative contact lenses. Ophthalmologists warn that a few hours of reckless festive revelry may not only burn a hole in your pocket but also cause permanent damage to your vision.