May 2, 2014 These questions are part of a survey called “Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems.” At first glance, this...
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Medical Update Archives
Growing Pains – Medical Update
Have you ever taken your child to the doctor with knee pain or ankle pain and been told, “Oh, it’s...
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Medical Update – House Bill 601- Home Birth Safety Act
It is an exciting time in Alabama for women who want the option of having a home birth attended by...
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March is “National Nutrition Month®”
Mom always told you to eat your fruits and veggies to grow up strong. That is still important today, for...
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Show Your Heart Some Love: February is American Heart Month
During the month of February, Americans see hearts everywhere. Most Americans see it as a month that is dedicated to...
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Regrow Your Brain in 2014
This week, I’ve been doing some research on a truly fascinating topic: regrowing your brain. When I was in nursing...
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Knee Cap Pain – Medical Update
A very common complaint during the adolescent years is anterior knee pain. Especially common in girls, this pain is often...
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Health Story of the Year: Salt is Vindicated
(BPT) - An ever increasing body of academic research is showing that the current level of salt Americans consume is...
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Medical Update: Midwifery In Alabama
What is a midwife? According to the definition given by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), a midwife is a...
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Tennis Elbow – Medical Update
A frequent and frustrating complaint in the orthopedic surgeon’s office is that of lateral elbow pain. This pain is often...
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Why Do I Need a Medical Power of Attorney?
As a young woman in my 20’s, I’ve asked myself this question many times. I am a young, vibrant, and...
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Impacting The Oral Health Of Alabama’s Children
Sarrell Dental is a non-profit in Alabama which treats children with Medicaid or ALLKids insurance. Founded in 2004, Sarrell Dental...
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Tips to help your baby sleep through the night
(BPT) - If you're a new parent, the idea of a full night's sleep probably seems like just a dream....
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Five Ways To Fight Fall Allergies – Medical Update
(BPT) - Autumn is a season filled with crisp air, falling leaves, pumpkin carving and, of course, hay fever symptoms....
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Empowering Patients To Become Self-Health Advocates
Empowering Patients To Become Self-Health Advocates Through Use Of Technology (BPT) - Advances in technology have shaped the way we...
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Medical Update – How To Prepare For Pregnancy
Why is it important to prepare for pregnancy? You probably won’t know you are pregnant for the first three to...
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The Weston A. Price Foundation: How Does It Help Me?
The Weston A. Price Foundation, (WAPF), is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charity founded in 1999 to honor and disseminate the research...
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Remedies For Deadly Heat: More Than Just Staying Hydrated
(BPT) - Some parts of the country are experiencing record high temperatures this summer. Las Vegas hit 117 degrees and...
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