With the United States now having the highest number of confirmed infections in the world, the nation now finds itself in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this blog post, we continue to explore potential COVID-19 insurance coverage issues, this time focusing on...
A new report from a hair salon in Springfield, Missouri, shows wearing a face mask isn't just altruistic - it also helps keep the person wearing it from getting COVID-19.And some infectious disease experts increasingly think wearing a mask could mean that even if a...
This article is based on reporting that features expert sources.The novel coronavirus and COVID-19 justifiably dominate the health care world these days. But emergency medicine physicians are noticing a troubling trend as a result. According to an April...
The more time you spend on the highway, the more likely it is that you'll come across a dangerous truck driver. While most truckers understand the importance of following the rules of the road, some are overly aggressive and downright dangerous at times.Here's what...
Even though there are strict laws in place against driving under the influence of alcohol, many people continue to take a risk. Not only does this put them in jeopardy, but it does the same to every other person on the road.Here are some of the many ways that alcohol...
When you went to the outpatient surgical center to get ready for your surgery, you were surprised by how lighthearted people were acting. There were individuals joking around in the lobby and staff members having personal conversations. You didn't mind, so long as you...
In an effort to curb distracted driving across the United States, the National Safety Council has announced that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This spring, they want drivers to think more about the ramifications of their actions. Police...
The FDA has announced a class I recall (the most serious kind) for Medtronic MiniMed insulin pumps used by thousands of people with type 1 diabetes after more than 2,000 were injured by the device and one person died. The FDA has received more than 26,000...
Think for a moment about the leading causes of death in the United States. You'll probably quickly think of things like cancer, heart disease, car accidents, firearm issues and workplace falls. All of these have their place on that list, but you may be surprised to...
Early diagnosis of cancer is incredibly important. Breast cancer is one of the more common types of cancer in the United States, impacting both men and women. It is important for people to know exactly what signs and symptoms to look out for.Part of the reason to look...
