Black History Month African Americans’ Contributions to Healthcare Black History Month provides the perfect opportunity to reflect on Black Americans’ invaluable role in healthcare. This month we wish to recognize the significant achievements and contributions of all Black Americans in advancing the practice of medicine. The following is a small sample of the incredible...
‘Tis the season for holiday cheer and celebration. Unfortunately, at the ER, it’s also one of the busiest times of the year. With most of us running to put up decorations, rushing to buy the perfect gift for our loved ones, entertaining out-of-town guests, and planning fun New Year’s Eve parties, it’s no surprise...
Is it a Cold, the Flu, or COVID-19? Recognizing the Symptoms Respiratory infection season is in full swing, leaving us wondering if we have a cold, the flu, or COVID-19. All three illnesses have similarities and overlapping symptoms making it difficult to know which you have without a medical exam. Let’s explore these respiratory illnesses...
When you feel unwell or have an accident that needs medical attention, you’ll likely have options of where to go to receive care. Two of the most common healthcare facilities are Urgent Care clinics and Emergency Rooms. Still, you are not alone if you’ve ever wondered whether you need to go to the ER or...
Eczema is a chronic skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. There is no cure for eczema, but there are several ways to manage the symptoms and keep the condition under control. If you want to learn more about how to treat eczema, stick to this article and we will take a closer...
Abdominal CT Scan. Our internal organs are some of the most important parts of our bodies, so it’s crucial to keep them healthy. When something goes wrong, doctors need to be able to see what’s going on inside in order to make a diagnosis and come up with a treatment plan. One way to do...
A fever is a common illness some prefer to treat at home without consulting a physician or going to a medical facility. With over-the-counter medicines and some rest, a low-grade fever can go away overnight or in a couple of days. However, it is different if we are talking about high-grade fever. You should not...
Requirements to Give Blood. Did you know that every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood? According to the American Red Cross, blood transfusions are needed for cancer patients, accident and burn victims, mothers giving birth, and premature babies. You can help by donating blood. But what are the requirements to give blood? Let’s...
One of the numerous possible Symptom Of Coronavirus, the respiratory condition brought on by the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, is a sore throat. But a sore throat is merely one of the signs and symptoms that COVID-19 can cause. Other symptoms are considerably more prevalent. This article will discuss other common symptoms to look out for,...
COVID-19 is commonly associated with respiratory symptoms such as coughing and difficulty breathing. However, gastrointestinal symptoms also begin to develop depending on how the body reacts to the virus. Can covid cause stomach pain? Is there such as thing as gastrointestinal covid symptoms? This article discusses common GI symptoms and when to know if it...
