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Top Four Common Myths About Alcoholism

Alcoholism and addiction is a difficult problem for many people today, but just because many people struggle with it doesn’t mean that it is well understood. If at any point you’ve asked yourself if you need help for your drinking or found yourself wondering, “Should I see my family doctor about this,” you may want…

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4 Common Sports-Related Injuries And How To Avoid Them

There’s always a chance you can be injured while playing sports whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a weekend player. Muscles can be overextended and joints can turn the wrong way. Unfortunately, once you’ve suffered from a sports injury it can be difficult to determine on your own what exactly is causing your pain. In…

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A Brief Refresher On Psych Standards

Anyone who works professionally in mental health (with the right licenses and education) knows the standard diagnostic tools and how to use the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (or DSM-5). Still, you may ask but who decides all these criteria for assessing and diagnosing my patients? The Psychological Corporation? A group of other doctors somewhere?…

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5 Medical Tests and Screenings Every Woman Needs

When it comes to your health, it’s important to be as proactive as possible. Healthy eating and regular exercise are just a small fraction of what it takes to stay healthy. One important habit all women should adopt is scheduling regular health screenings and tests. Let’s take a look at a few female health services…

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Don’t Let Menopause Control Your Sex Drive

Menopause can be absolutely devastating to a woman’s sexual drive; when your body only produces about one-third of the estrogen it used to, the lack of hormones takes a hard toll on your body. From agonizing hot flashes to intense mood swings, the most frustrating side effect is usually a complete change in your sex…

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Hearing Loss Affects More Than Just Your Ears

Hearing loss is a common occurrence. In fact, one out of three people has some level of hearing loss by age 65, and 20% of all Americans experience hearing loss. But because hearing plays such a vital role in your daily life, untreated hearing loss can cause a number of problems. Without proper hearing evaluations…

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3 Myths About Drug Test Home Remedies

While most companies require the candidate to visit a collection lab, some may give the O.K. on at-home testing. At-home drug test kits may be convenient or may seem like a way to cheat the system. But there are a few things you should know before submitting to a test. Let’s take a look at…

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4 Common Types of Medical Scans

Medical technology has come a long way over the years. And with cancer cases expected to increase 50% worldwide before 2030, medical professionals are working harder than ever to develop new and improved technology and treatment methods. One area that has seen vast improvement over the years is medical scanning. Medical scans allow physicians to…

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