Consulting Skills: Can They Influence Locus of Control

The good thing about locus of control (see my article Different Types of Patients) as far as doctors are concerned is that it can be influenced. It is rather like political affiliation; most of us lean to the left or the right, but can be cajoled sometimes to vote the other way. Locus of control in most people is a tendency not a fixed aspect of their personality. A further point about external or internal beliefs about health matters is that we humans are not necessarily consistent. For example I may be at heart more or less a fatalist but I still buy big chunky cars believing them to be safer for my family and perhaps for me.

Ask Your Doctor if the TV Ads are Working

A survey published in the February issue of Consumer Reports stated that a large majority of their patients ask for prescription medications they have seen in advertisements and physicians often facilitate their requests.

Nursing And Computers: The Inevitable Move Towards Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Nursing and computers have not always been a perfect mix. Typically, nurses try to get away from new computer systems as much as possible. However, it is an inevitable workflow evolution in today's hospitals.

Downers - A Closer Look At Depressant Drugs

Downers refer to a class of drugs that are all known to have similar sedating qualities. The term downer itself is an umbrella term that includes chemicals like benzodiazapines, barbiturates, and alcohol. Also known as depressants, downers also fall into one of the two classes’ tranquilizers and hypnotic sedatives.

Relieving Headache the Natural Way

Migraine headaches affect about 15 percent of the population. Although men can actually suffer from migraines, it is the women that are more affected. Experts believe that migraine is hereditary as researches have revealed more than 80 percent of people suffering from it have a family history of the problem.

Warning-Treating Your Acid Reflux Symptoms May be Dangerous!

Reflux prescriptions make hip fractures far more likely according to recent research. This is because reducing acid also reduces the calcium we can absorb from food. Since calcium is also essential in reducing Reflux, heartburn, and GERD, it is predictable than long-term use of these drugs actually exacerbates reflux. Alternatives for reflux treatment are limited, but some do exist, especially, optimizing calcium intake.

Gamma Knife Surgery- Have Brain Surgery, Be Home In Time For Dinner

Gamma Knife Surgery is not really surgery as you know it. There is no knife, no scalpel. Why did they name it Gamma Knife Surgery? Beats me.

Cholesterol Guidelines: Appropriate Target Levels For You

Cholesterol guidelines provide general target levels for doctors and can help patients to gain a better understanding about desired ranges.

Drugs for Everyone

Should we accept the notion that prescription drugs are a normal part of the aging process. Absolutely not. Some drugs have great benefit for some people but that doesn't mean that we all should take them just because we turn 55. There are plenty of options if you know where to look and what questions to ask.

Race For The Cure-Money Driven

According to an article on Bloomberg.com, the largest drug maker in Europe GlaxoSmithKline has entered into an arms race against Merck and Co. The winner hopes to receive the biggest share of the relatively lucrative cervical cancer market.

Eczema Treatment: UVB Light Often Effective In Treating Eczema

Treatment with UVB light is considered one of the safest forms of phototherapy for widespread eczema that has not responded to medications applied to the skin. Usually three to five treatments a week are recommended, with a gradual increase in UVB exposure depending on the skin type. Significant clearing of eczema can usually be expected in one to three months.

Paxil Directly Linked to Birth Defects

Paxil Directly Linked to Birth Defects...

Family Centered Hospitals Recognize Family Differences

Many hospitals are offering the family centered approach to include patients and their families in the diagnosis and treatment that they receive. This allows patients and their families to take an active part in their medical care and treatment.

Lipitor Muscle Pain: Avoid Aching And Weakness With Safer Alternatives

Lipitor muscle pain can be a troubling side effect experienced by those taking this particular cholesterol-lowering medication.