A Newbie’s Guide To Participating In A Clinical Trial

Making the decision to complete a clinical study for the first time isn't easy. Not only are you trying medication that has yet to be approved, but the entire clinical process is new to you, too. Fortunately, you don't have to go into the study not knowing what to expect. Learn what happens during clinical trials so that you know what to expect. Getting the Details of the Study After you've shown interest in a clinical trial, your doctor or the clinical staff will set aside time to discuss the details of the clinical trial with you. Read More 

Will I Catch A Sinus Infection From My Husband?

A Sinus infection, also called sinusitis and rhinosinusitis, is an inflammatory condition of one or more of your sinus cavities. They are caused by a variety things, including allergies, autoimmune problems, and viruses. If you are wondering if your husband's sinus infection is contagious, the answer is: it depends. There are three types of sinusitis infections. Keep reading to learn more about both of them so you can determine if you will catch your husband's sinus infection. Read More 

5 Common Reasons to Visit a Podiatrist

Your feet work hard to take you where you need to go and support you while standing.  So, if issues on your feet occur from health problems or even hard use, a foot doctor may be able to help ease the discomfort. A foot and ankle doctor, also known as a podiatrist, is a doctor devoted to diagnosing and treating medical conditions that involve the foot and ankle. Problems with your feet or ankles may be an indication of a more serious medical condition, so it is important to address the issue as soon as possible. Read More 

Benefits Of A Medicare Advantage Plan

When you are considering what type of Medicare plan or plans to buy, you need to consider many factors, including the items that Plan A and Plan B do not pay for. Instead of getting both plus a Plan D, and a Medicare supplemental policy, you should consider purchasing a Medicare Advantage Plan. Public and Private A Medicare Advantage plan combines the attributes of a government and private plan. When you purchase a Medicare Advantage plan, the government sends your benefits to the private insurer and then the private insurer charges you the difference between that amount and what their policy would cost. Read More 

Fighting Acne The Natural Way: Three Treatments To Try

Acne is a pesky skin disorder to treat. What works well for one patient may do absolutely nothing for another patient. If you've struggled to find a conventional acne treatment that eases your symptoms without causing a lot of side effects, you may want to consider natural acne treatment options instead. Here are three ones to try: Tea Tree Oil This popular essential oil has antibacterial properties and has helped many patients ease their acne. Read More