Category: Health

There comes a time in a man’s life when his body no longer produces the right amount of testosterone. Be it by some other medical condition or just from old age, low testosterone levels are certainly a real issue among men. What’s worse is that some men of young age also suffer from low testosterone levels. There are treatments that men can have to regulate the amount of testosterone on their bodies. The most popular and most common has to be testosterone replacement therapy or TRT for short. It’s a pricey procedure, but it’s one that men often consider when their body isn’t doing its job when it comes to testosterone production.

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Cosmetic treatments and procedures are rapidly and continuously evolving to help people achieve their dreams of having a better body shape, a younger-looking face, and many more. Cosmetic enhancements allow you to feel more comfortable in your own skin with non-invasive procedures. Aging takes its toll on the body, but nowadays, we can reverse its effects. You can say goodbye to wrinkles, change the shape of your nose, have smoother skin, or remove unwanted hair forever. The options are countless; however, some of these procedures may not be worth the effort, pain, or money. Here are some cosmetic enhancements that will improve your look and prove to be worth it. Eyelash Enhancers Eyelashes frame the eyes and give emphasis to their overall appearance, and that’s why full-length eyelashes present a youthful beautiful look without the need for mascara. If you plan to enhance your eyelashes, try Latisse, an FDA-approved product that creates longer and full lashes by stimulating hair growth at the root. This eyelash enhancer costs $150 a month and you need to keep reapplying it to ensure that your eyelashes will stay long and full. Alternatively, you can use eyelash extensions where the artificial eyelashes will be applied…

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If you live with tinnitus, then you must be well aware of the ways in which it can affect really all aspects of your life on a daily basis. When the condition first establishes itself in someone, they normally think of the condition as nothing more than just a nuisance. It is when the sound does not just disappear that a lot of sufferers of this condition caught up in a very vicious cycle. It is very common to see a rise of panic and also anxiety in the people who suffer from this condition. This has the ability to, in turn, make the illness progressively worse. Sufferers of this condition, find themselves all of a sudden in a state where they find it harder to fall asleep as well. When there is a lack of sleep, it can make the condition worse by making those buzzing sounds louder and more annoying. This in turn has the domino effect of making it harder to focus when the person is awake.

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2020 demonstrated how helpless humankind could be when facing an epidemic. It is clear now that healthcare systems in many countries need to be transformed. And this transformation is impossible without leading-edge technology as the challenges are enormous. Like many other spheres, healthcare is undergoing a digital revolution. Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence will be dominating the healthcare software development sphere in the decades to come. They will help create unprecedented products and systems that will save and improve the lives of people globally: software for hospitals, such as digital workplaces for healthcare professionals, drug prescription assistance, medical staff training, coordinating care and health information exchange; for patients – healthcare chatbots, virtual medicine apps; for device manufactures – medical apps for users, cloud solutions for data storage and management; for pharmaceutical companies – systems for drug testing and medication guidance, etc. Overall, healthcare technology pursues the following ambitious goals:

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Birth injuries or defects that result from medical malpractice or carelessness call for civil action. Doctors owe a legal duty to maintain certain safety and care standards during all the treatment stages, especially for pregnant women. This is because even the smallest mistakes and equipment malfunctions that the medical staff often overlook during delivery can lead to serious birth injuries that may affect your child for the rest of their life.  Parents usually don’t know what to do after such a devastating event. Of course, parents need to stay calm and seek legal help in these situations. In this article, we will shed some light on the 3 most common birth defects that result from medical negligence during or before the delivery. 

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It is unfortunate, but it is also equally true that by the age of 30, men start to see their testosterone levels drop. While this is normal and expected, it does not make dealing with the issue any easier. Lower levels of testosterone can bring about a lot of changes in the bodies of men. It can mean things like much lower energy levels, much less appetite for sex and weight gain, and a decline in muscle mass. Treating these kinds of low levels of testosterone can be a bit of a double-edged sword. Very often, doctors will suggest medication or supplements to resolve the issue. The issue with this type of conventional treatment form is that it can cause many unwanted side effects. Another thing that is of particular concern is that many men are not given anything because their doctors have deemed their testosterone levels to be not low enough.

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Healthcare providers and physicians face professional challenges, but from the previous years handling hospital billing services has become a complex task as the US healthcare sector shifts to value-based payment models from fee-for-service.  However, managing billing and coding tasks manually requires a lot of time and effort. Moreover, when billing is done manually, it also increases the chances of human errors. So, there is a need for an efficient management system that can help you to optimize your billing and coding procedures efficiently.

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Let’s face it. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle when the world is grappling with the uncertain times caused by the novel Covid-19 pandemic comes with its fair share of challenges. Working from home, for most of us, is operating in uncharted territory. Unlike what we are used to, staying fit during the lockdown involves more indoor activities because the outdoor ones are unsafe, and understandably so, due to the coronavirus. And while it might be tempting to curl up on your couch and binge Netflix, more than ever, it is incredibly crucial that we stay active. Staying fit is not only physically beneficial, but it has its mental and health benefits. And as the outdoor activities are rendered unsafe, taking your physical well-being during these unsettling times could be a great start for you. Even simple exercise can reduce stress and anxiety. And whereas governments continue to impose restrictions on movement, there are still plenty of safe, responsible, and effective ways to stay fit during the lockdown. Let’s get started. 1. Pilates During these unsettling times, you might feel like everything has spun out of control. All that we are used to has been taken away, and we cannot say for…

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Prescriptions don’t have to be done face-to-face anymore. Electronic prescribing or ePrescribing is a safer way of issuing and receiving prescriptions. Patients can get quick and error-free doctor’s prescriptions from the comforts of their home. It’s a massive help during the pandemic when movement is limited.  Doctors also stand to gain more when they choose to switch to ePrescriptions. Here are some of the reasons ePrescribing is beneficial for doctors and healthcare providers:

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Dental fillings are one of the most popular dental procedures. People opt for dental fillings because they need to repair damaged teeth. As tooth decay spreads, dental fillings are a virtually painless procedure that one needs to undergo to treat the underlying problem. The procedure is typically performed within an hour. It is a repair job that fixes the damage. As cavities are on the rise, dental fillings are crucial. They help prevent further decay and ensure that your teeth continue to function as they normally would. What to Expect? Since dental fillings are a rather straightforward procedure, you have nothing to worry about. The dentist will first examine the mouth to check your cavity using dental instruments. An x-ray of your teeth might need to be taken to determine the extent of the decay. A local anesthetic will be applied to numb the area. It would help reduce pain. However, if the filling is only on the surface, an anesthetic would not be required.  Once the dentist has made the area numb, he would use a dental drill to drill through the enamel and remove the decay. Some dentists also use an air abrasion tool or laser. However, it…

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