Moles may be tan, brown, black, reddish-brown, red, purple, or skin-colored and perfectly flat or raised. Most moles are smaller than a pencil eraser (about 1/2 inch). A dysplastic nevus may be a marker for a person at risk for melanoma, especially if there is a family history of melanoma. Moles are common small flesh-colored, tan, brown, or black spots on the skin. Moles may… Read More »
What is a miscarriage? A miscarriage, or spontaneous abortion, is an event that results in the loss of a fetus before 20 weeks of pregnancy. It typically happens during the first trimester, or first three months, of the pregnancy. Miscarriages can happen for a variety of medical reasons, many of which aren’t within a person’s control. But knowing the… Read More »
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting your mouth and stomach (esophagus). This backwash (acid reflux) can irritate the lining of your esophagus. Many people experience acid reflux from time to time. GERD is mild acid reflux that occurs at least twice a week, or moderate to severe acid reflux that occurs… Read More »
Medical services are the sheet anchor of most general hospitals. They are so closely related to all other departments that sharp lines cannot be drawn to delineate specific responsibilities. Policies and procedures should not only be available in writing but updated periodically. Consultations should be readily available and the organisational relationships with related specialties should be clearly understood.… Read More »
Descriptive qualitative interviews were conducted with 16 women who had given birth in the previous 5 years to identify factors that influenced their desire to become pregnant. All interviews were audiotaped. Following the interviews, the texts were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using Giorgi’s method. Five themes emerged from the interviews: (1) timing; (2) spacing; meeting personal criteria; (4)… Read More »
There are many things you can do to bring down the price of your auto insurance policy: invest in a safe, economic car, keep your driving record clean, install anti-theft devices, combine policies, take a defensive driving course, etc. If you do everything you can to keep a clean driving record, you can easily find cheap car insurance… Read More »
Helps African-American women and their families understand the health benefits of breastfeeding—not just for babies, but for moms, too. This website provides articles and videos, as well as links to fact sheets, posters, and a practical “how-to” guide for partner organizations interested in increasing mothers’ awareness of the benefits of breastfeeding to mom and baby. The Office on… Read More »
In conferences and meetings, audience view is the most important factor that can make the objective of the meetings and conference more effective. A result driven meetings can readily boost your business as well as motivate the in-house participation and employees as well. The participation will also help the host to understand better about the scenario within a… Read More »
Sago is a type of starch extracted from tropical palms like Metroxylon sagu. It’s versatile and a primary source of carbs in some parts of the world. Sago contains antioxidants and resistant starch and has been linked to many benefits, including improving risk factors for heart disease and enhancing exercise performance. This article provides an overview of the nutrition,… Read More »
Low self-esteem can negatively affect virtually every facet of your life, including your relationships, your job and your health. But you can boost your self-esteem by taking cues from types of mental health counseling. Consider these steps, based on cognitive behavioral therapy. 1. Identify troubling conditions or situations Think about the conditions or situations that seem to deflate… Read More »