The term “candy flip” might evoke a sense of curiosity or intrigue for those familiar with it, while others may have never heard of this particular term. Candy flipping is a slang phrase used within the realm of recreational drug use to describe the simultaneous ingestion of two potent psychoactive substances: MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine), commonly known […]
Photo by Marcus Aurelius: https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-leaning-on-her-table-4064174/ You wake up early. You check your email inbox. You notice that you have several pending tasks. You try to prioritize the most important ones. As you do so, you are assigned a new activity with a sense of urgency. You try to concentrate on fulfilling your obligations, but […]
One of the cornerstone benefits of incorporating emotional support into healthcare is the establishment of trust and rapport between patients and healthcare providers. When patients feel That their emotions and concerns, essential elements of emotional support for patients, are acknowledged and valued, a foundation of trust is formed. This trust is essential for several reasons: […]
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter The vast majority of women know a lump in their breast likely signals the presence of cancer, a new survey finds, but that’s not the only sign of the disease. “Screening mammography is our No. 1 defense in detecting and addressing breast cancers at their earliest, most treatable stages, but […]
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter Air pollution from heavy traffic may be driving pregnancy complications and health concerns for infants Researchers who matched more than 60,000 birth records with air-monitoring data found that pregnant patients living in an urban area with elevated levels of nitrogen dioxide had higher rates of preterm birth. This included delivery […]
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter High-risk surgeries are more deadly for Black and Hispanic Americans than for their white counterparts, new research reveals. The study, of more than 1 million procedures performed in U.S. hospitals between 2000 and 2020, found that Black patients were 42% more likely than white patients to die within 30 days […]
The surge in counterfeit M30 pills containing non-pharmaceutical fentanyl and synthetic opioids is an alarming trend that has plagued North America in recent years, exacerbating the already distressing opioid crisis. These fake pills, often distributed through cryptomarkets, have played a significant role in the rising overdose mortality rates in the region. This article Analyses […]
Chantix, also known as Varenicline, has a notable history as a prescription medication designed to aid people in quitting smoking. Developed by Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company, Chantix received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2006 for its use in smoking cessation programs. Its mechanism of action involves both stimulating and blocking […]
What is Traveler’s Diarrhea? Traveler’s diarrhea (dysentery, Montezuma’s revenge) is usually a self-limiting episode of diarrhea that results from eating food or water that is contaminated with bacteria or viruses. Traveler’s diarrhea is most common in developing countries that lack resources to ensure proper waste disposal and water treatment. Onset is often sudden and usually […]
What is Montezuma’s Revenge? “Montezuma’s Revenge” is a colloquial and somewhat humorous term used to describe traveler’s diarrhea. It refers to a condition in which a person experiences gastrointestinal symptoms, primarily diarrhea, after consuming food or water contaminated with certain bacteria, parasites, or viruses while traveling to regions with different sanitation and hygiene standards than […]
