The Red Cross symbol on back of a truckRed Cross image by JASON WINTER from Fotolia.comThe Red Cross offers a wealth of resources that provide essential first aid information to individuals and professionals. First aid tips cover different areas from cardiac failure to choking and...

Doctors of internal medicine are medical doctors or doctors of osteopathic medicine who received special training in the prevention and treatment of adult diseases. Internal medicine doctors are called "internists," not to be mistaken for "interns," doctors in their first year of residency training.

Vestibular rehabilitation with the canalith repositioning maneuver offers an alternative to medication in benign paroxysmal positional vertigo.

The newly appointed head administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will have their work cut out of them in the Obama administration.

Commentary on a study on a modified Seldinger technique for central venous cannulatoin, published February 2009 in the British Journal of Surgery.

A new study finds that pediatric patients with fever received medication in less time than did those with pain. What accounts for this disparity?

Repetitive stress injuries or repetitive motion injuries occur from overuse of a muscle or tendon group. Symptoms include sharp localized pain, reduced endurance, swelling and tenderness. Participating in high school band is an enjoyable way to be involved in school activities. However, the repetiti

Ambulance workers file HCFA 1500 forms when transporting individuals.emergency ambulance image by JASON WINTER from Fotolia.comAmbulances provide emergency transportation services to those requiring medical attention. Form HCFA 1500 is filed in order for patients to receive health...

Hospitalists can be vital for good outcomes for urology patients. What do you need to know about caring for patients with urological disorders?

A poultice may not always produce the best result for relieving pain, especially when a caustic plant is used.

Does dehydrated amniotic fluid support the healing process for wounds and scars as well as non-dehydrated?

If you are searching for a new physician, it is always a good idea to know how a specific doctor is rated by his patients. You can obtain pertinent rankings and reviews online, which allows you to make an informed decision on which doctor to see. You can also post reviews, based on your own experi

Conventional compression therapy of venous leg ulcers may be a thing of the past. A new heelless open-toed elastic compression device knitted in tubular form represents a valuable alternative.

Emergency rescue professionals are skilled in a number of life-saving procedures.Emergency image by JASON WINTER from Fotolia.comFire alarms, ambulance horns and police sirens ring out all across the world each day, and heroes take the streets to help save lives in emergencies. These...

Severe injuries to lower limbs occurring in the pediatric population represent a unique challenge for reconstructive surgeons.

Manganese poisoning affects the central nervous system and is most common in industrial workers working with welding equipment. The high temperatures from welding can cause small amounts of manganese to release into the air. Symptoms of manganese poisoning can occur as early as 6 to 24 months after

Mental health patients in Texas have the same rights as other citizens of Texas and the United States of America. These rights are detailed in the "Handbook of Consumer Rights: Mental Health Services" published by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Many of these rights apply to patients

The flu (the Influenza virus) is a contagious respiratory illness. It will not only make you feel miserable; for some, it can be life threatening. When you have the flu, you may feel achy, feverish and extremely tired. You may also have cold symptoms such as a stuffy or runny nose, headache and sor

Commentary on a study comparing the surgical outcomes of robot-assisted colectomy with laparoscopic colectomy, published September 2012 in the British Journal of Surgery.

It may be an old wives' tale for some and an old-fashioned remedy for others, but applying Vicks BabyRub to your little one's feet for a cough and cold is a must-do for a growing number of parents. Nobody really knows why it seems to work. There is no medical evidence that it actually works but test