Interactions between patients and medical practitioners can sometimes be challenging. We have all had consultations where the interaction was not optimal, either as medical practitioners or as a patient ourselves. Neither normally wishes to cause a difficult situation but common misunderstandings, by both groups, often result in such an occurrence. Communication and listening skills are essential for every… Read More »
What Is a Dust Allergy? A dust allergy (or dust mite allergy) is an allergic reaction to tiny bugs that live in the dust in your house. About 20 million Americans are allergic to these bugs. When you’re one of these people, you may feel as if you have an endless cold or even asthma. Dust mites are related to ticks and spiders. But they’re too small to… Read More »
Don’t leave it until the last minute. While some students do seem to thrive on last-minute cramming, it’s widely accepted that (for most of us) this is not the best way to approach an exam. To help sort out your time management, set up a timetable for your study. Write down how many exams you have and the days on… Read More »
Hair loss is very common and may involve bald patches, complete baldness or gradual thinning.According to the American Academy of Dermatology, about 80 million men and women in the United States have some degree of hair loss. The most common cause of hair thinning or loss is a hereditary condition called androgenic Propecia. It can also happen as a side effect of some medications… Read More »
While both men and women contract various conditions, some health issues affect women differently and more commonly. [1] Furthermore, many women’s health conditions go undiagnosed and most drug trials do not include female test subjects. Even so, women bear exclusive health concerns, such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, menopause, and pregnancy. Women suffer higher heart attack deaths compared… Read More »
One of the more famous quotes of Eleanor Roosevelt, this is definitely true and will help greatly in becoming the woman that you want to be. Instead of placing the blame on someone else for making you feel a certain way, take responsibility for letting them make you feel that way. This isn’t just true for feelings of… Read More »
The world we live in is an ingrained social system that in all aspects of life be it professional or personal is male-dominated. A male-dominated society is bound to be following a patriarchal societal system where the rule makers are mostly men, and sadly there lies the problem. The decision-makers and the hierarchy below them are also male-dominated… Read More »
What is paraffin wax? Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It’s made from saturated hydrocarbons. It’s often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it’s colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles. Paraffin wax has many… Read More »
Earwax, or cerumen, is a normal, naturally occurring substance that helps your ear stay healthy. Earwax helps to prevent debris, dirt, and other things from entering the ear canal and also helps to prevent infection. In fact, the ears are self-cleaning, and old earwax, along with dead skin cells, gets moved from inside the ear to the ear opening, where it… Read More »
What Is Corn? Corn, also known as maize, is a starchy vegetable that comes as kernels on a cob, covered by a husk. Corn is one of the most popular vegetables in the U.S. that sometimes gets a bad rap because it has a lot of natural sugar and carbs. But don’t overlook the health benefits of this versatile veggie.… Read More »