Colonoscopies are one of the most feared and avoided screening tests. This makes sense. The whole idea is a little embarrassing and uncomfortable. And on top of that, the prep for a colonoscopy is not known to be pleasant. In spite of all this, though, you really should schedule a colonoscopy if one is being recommended by your doctor. Here are the key reasons why.
You could have colon cancer and not know it
- Did you know that under the Affordable Care Act, most insurance policies must pay for a free breast pump? If this is news to you, take a look at the why's, how's, and what's of free pumps and breastfeeding. Why Should You Get a Free Pump? The obvious answer is—because it's free. But just because something is free doesn't mean you need it or will use it. To fully answer this question, you need to look at both parts of the free pump equation: The cost and the actual act of pumping/breastfeeding.
- Many people of different ages and lifestyles struggle with chronic depression. Transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, is a modern depression treatment that is often used when depression medications and other treatment methods haven't produced the desired effects. Here are some facts about TMS therapy that can help you decide whether this treatment for depression is right for you. Magnetic fields are used during treatment TMS therapy is a technologically advanced form of depression treatment that involves the use of magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells inside the brain.
- Becoming a medical scribe is one of the most rewarding careers anyone can have. This job allows you to work closely with physicians and help them to take care of their patients. It is an interesting job and there is never a dull moment because of all the different cases you will see physicians handle. You will also learn a lot of medical jargon and a great deal about the medical field.
- Dry skin can be quite an annoyance. There are a lot of topical, symptom-specific remedies you can try such as various lotions and creams. These tend to offer temporary relief, but they do not always solve the bigger problem If you really want dry skin to go away completely, then you may want to try some of these more holistic dermatology tips, which address the whole body rather than just the skin.