Melissa Baker

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• A Rise in Violent Cases Against Nurses Worries Healthcare Community

  Rates of violence against nurses and doctors have reported an important increase in the past decade. Cases of violence against medical industry professionals have become four times greater than harassment rates against workers in other industries. Statistics show more than 100 spikes in the rate of...

• What is Colposcopy?

  Colposcopy is a procedure which examines the neck of the womb, commonly known as cervix, in a more detailed perspective. It is usually performed after a not so good result from the cervical screening test. Through colposcopy, the abnormal cells are observed as well as the extent on how abnormal...

• What Causes Separation Anxiety?

  What is separation anxiety?In babies and toddlers, separation anxiety is a normal phase of development. Although it can be frustrating as a parent, know that it is actually an indication of an emotional milestone, which usually starts when babies turn 8-9 months old. In this age, babies begin to...

• Tall Women Have Higher Risk of Cancer

  According to a new study published online in the Lancet Oncology, taller women may have a greater risk for a variety of cancers, when compared to shorter women. Many earlier studies also have shown the link between height and increased risk of cancer; the reason for this link is still unclear....

• Diabetic Socks? Yes, They Exist

  Diabetes is a disorder of the endocrine or hormone system and occurs when blood sugar levels in your body are above normal. Over 25 million people in the U.S alone have some form of diabetes. ...

• Different Types of Physicians Explained

  Doctors or physicians are categorized according to different factors including medical specialties and subspecialties. Most doctors specialize in a specific area of medicine. This article provides a summary of the different types of doctors in the medical field. AllergistsAllergists are also...