When you think about it, our feet may be the most underappreciated part of the body. Not only do they have to carry a person’s entire bodyweight, they are responsible for getting us from A to B. Did you know that the average person takes around 7,500-8,000 steps every day, which equates to approximately 150,000… Read More »
Seafood include both finned fish and shellfish. Finned fish most commonly associated with allergic reactions include salmon, tuna and halibut.1 Finned fish and shellfish allergies are not related, so being allergic to one doesn’t necessarily mean you are allergic to the other. A true Immunoglobulin-E (IgE) mediated allergic reaction to finned fish may be life-threatening,… Read More »
There are certain standards followed before physicians are certified. They take written tests. They also have to practice doing an actual surgery several times and meet the required number of hours. The standards are the same, but it does not mean the person who is certified is already highly qualified to do the job. When… Read More »
Conditions Colleen TraversDec 28 What is that nagging knee pain? Doctors reveal most frequently seen torn meniscus symptoms and what exactly to do about it. What is a meniscus? Martin Novak/Shutterstock It’s a piece of cartilage in your knee provides a cushion between your shin and thigh bones. Your meniscus helps promote overall joint health,… Read More »