Keep Up On What's New

The world of medicine is continually in motion. Here, we will provide you with a selection of interesting news items from our practice and the medical world.

  • Updated Guidance for Businesses and Employers for the Flu Season

During an influenza pandemic, businesses and other employers have a key role in protecting employees' health and safety as well as limiting the negative impact to the economy and society. Planning for pandemic influenza is critical. Companies that provide critical infrastructure services, such as power and telecommunications, also have a special responsibility to plan for continued operation in a crisis and should plan accordingly. As with any catastrophe, having a contingency plan is essential.

http://pandemicflu.gov/professional/business/

  • Calculate you Life Expectancy

Interested in knowing how long you might live based on your current health status, personal habits family history?

 

Take the following quiz to calculate your lifespan and then read the advice on how to extend you life expectancy: The Life Expectancy Calculator

 

Focus on prevention: Advice on health check-ups

We will again be inviting you to an upcoming information evening at our practice on the subject of health checkups. More information about this scheduled event can be obtained at the reception desk.

New professional article: Moles

According to a study by the University of Munich, the number of new moles can be kept in check. Information about this professional article as well as the subject in general is available at the reception desk.

 

Web Links by Topic:

101 Tips for a Healthier Heart

Addiction: A Brain Ailment, Not a Moral Lapse

Airline Travel and Blood Clots: Info and Prevention

Alzheimer's Disease: Info and Resources

The "Anti-Diet": 10 Simple Tips for Guaranteed Weight Loss

Anxiety and Panic Disorder Info

Avian ("Bird") Flu Information

Bicycle Seats and Erectile Dysfunction

Calculate Your 10-Year Risk of a Heart Attack

Calculate Your 10-Year Risk of Lung Cancer (for smokers)

Carb-Cutting Diets Lower Cholesterol

Cholesterol Information

Cholesterol Update: How Low is Low Enough?

Counterfeit Medication Scams: How To Detect a Fake Drug

Crystal Methamphetamine: Facts and Help

Crystal Meth and HIV

Daily Diet Plans: Customized by eDiets

Dangerous Dietary Supplements

Depression: Guide To Diagnosis and Treatment

Earthquake/Disaster Preparation Guide

Earthquake Supply Shopping List

Emailing Your Doctor: "Digital Rx"

Ephedra Supplement Dangers

Five Reasons to Eat Chocolate

Food Safety Advice

Flu Facts: Should I Get a Flu Vaccine?

Growth Hormone Scams

Hair Loss and Propecia

Health Insurance: Drowning in Paperwork

Hepatitis C Fact Sheet

HIV Information and Updates

How To Detect Medical Fraud, Dangerous Supplements and False Health Advertising

How To Quit Smoking

Insomnia: How to Get a Good Night's Sleep

Life Expectancy Calculator

Mad Cow Disease: Basic Facts and Prevention

MRSA: Resistant Staph Infection Information Guide

Organ Donation Card

Organ Donor Info

Safer Sex Guidelines

Sleep Apnea: General Information

Stopping Antidepressants Safely

Stress Weakens Your Immune System

Summertime Health Concerns

Tattoo Safety Information

Traveller's Information from The Centers for Disease Control

Vitamin and Nutrient Scams