The Story of Alan Alan worked for Tasha, a colleague of mine and a contributor to our blog. Alan’s job was about 80% travel, and when he was in town, he spent most of his off-hours with his family. Although he was slightly overweight and didn’t eat right, he considered himself in good health. One […]
You may know Arnold Schwarzenegger better as The Terminator, but did you know that last spring he had open heart surgery? You can imagine how devastating it was for a former Mr. Universe to heal from major surgery before he could return to his healthy lifestyle and fitness routine. It took him six months of […]
Story at a Glance Medical assisting is one of the fastest growing, entry-level medical professions in healthcare. It is also one where training can be obtained in under a year, putting you into the field quickly. Today’s article gives you a snapshot of what it takes to becoming a medical assistant, the characteristics employers look […]
14 – 17 June 2019 If you want to become a great medical professional – do not miss this for anything! Attention all aspiring medical professionals in grade 10-12! Program Information: Venue: Future Doctors Academy, 17 Fore Street, New Redruth, Alberton, Gauteng, South Africa Type: Day Students Only (Close-by accommodation available) Classification: Accredited Medical and Surgical […]
Story at a Glance Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States. There are factors you can’t control, such as heredity links or breast density. However, today’s article provides 12 different ways you can minimize your risk of breast cancer. All of them are things you […]
Anti-Aging – A Continue the Conversation topic Anti-aging is the first topic in a new monthly series I call Continue the Conversation. In each monthly segment, I’ll be providing my thoughts on a topic related to healthcare. Then I’ll invite you to continue the conversation. From your thoughts, I hope to learn more about […]
Story at a Glance Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are highly skilled nursing professionals who provide comprehensive care to patients with a high degree of autonomy. This article defines the profession and provides information on: Roles and responsibilities. Training and education. Licensure and certification. One of the writers for our site goes to a nurse practitioner […]
You’re thinking about becoming a nurse. But how do you know if it’s the right job for you? And is nursing a good career path to follow? Whether you’ve just graduated high school or you’re a working professional looking to make a career change, becoming a registered nurse can be a great move for your […]
Story at a Glance The topic of immunization is one that confuses many people. It is fraught with myth mixed with fact. After reading this article, you’ll learn about: The benefits and risks of immunization. The social responsibility of immunization. Natural immunity. You’ll also be provided with easy-to-read immunization schedules, including one designed for adults […]
