Are Annual Checkups Really Necessary?
Going to the doctor every year might seem like a bit of a hassle, especially if you’re a healthy adult, but annual checkups are an essential part of maintaining your health. Here are a few reasons why
Five Ways to Boost Fertility
Have you been trying to conceive without much luck? Give these five simple lifestyle changes a try. Be sure to maintain a healthy weight Most of your bodily functions work best when you maintain a Bod
FACT! About cardiovascular disease
The Truth About Coronary Artery Disease
8 Lifestyle Changes To Protect Your Heart
Prevention is always better than cure especially when it comes to your heart. World Heart Day is celebrated every year on 29th September. In 2018, world heart day informs people around the world about the actions that individuals can take to prevent cardiovascular disease. Here is what you can do.
Preparing for Cosmetic Surgery
Preparing for Cosmetic Surgery When preparing for surgery, it is important for a patient to be well-informed. When it comes to cosmetic surgery in particular, research and preparation are key to getti
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As part of my duties I get a print out of the number of international in-patients in the hospital each day.
Staying Healthy During Rainy Season
Daily downpours can take a toll on both your mood and your overall health. Here’s what you can do to make sure those showers don’t get you down. 1. Eat your veggies Fruits and vegetables are jam-packe
Avoiding the Flu This Season
No one likes getting the flu, but while this common virus may be a minor inconvenience for some, it can be dangerous for others. Stay safe and healthy with these simple tips. 1. Get a flu shot No matt
Beware of cheap meds!
A few years ago, I was interviewed by a German TV channel which wanted to show that taking over the counter
Heart Valve Disease Repair Or Replacement Is Possible
There are four heart valves that keep blood flowing in the correct direction. Each valve has flaps that open and close once during each heartbeat. If the valve is damaged or diseased, it will not open or close properly, disrupting the blood flow from your heart to your body. Heart valve disease may be present at birth. It can also occur in adults due to many causes and conditions, such as infections, heart diseases, and older age.
Management of Pulmonary and Mediastinal Pathology by Uniportal Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (Uniportal VATS)
Video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) is minimally invasive thoracic surgery. During a video-assisted thoracic surgery procedure, a tiny camera and surgical instruments are inserted into your chest through a small incision in your chest wall.
Thymoma: Tumor That You Must Observe
A thymus is an organ that functions as lymphoid tissue and an endocrine gland. The gland is located in front of the heart and aorta behind the breastbone and shaped like a butterfly.