http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Health-and-Fitness:Medicine EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ According to the latest statistical data, there are about two million people in the U.S. who suffer from prostate cancer and about for one third of them an androgen-deprivation therapy is prescribed, featuring inhibition of the testosterone release. The point is that testosterone gives the signal on molecular level to start active cancer cells division and thus to spread to adjacent areas. A significant disadvantage of such kind of treatment... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:55:33 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Medication-Solves-Problem-of-Bone-Loss-in-Men-With-Prostate-Cancer&id=2997363 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Medication-Solves-Problem-of-Bone-Loss-in-Men-With-Prostate-Cancer&id=2997363 Our bodies are wonderful machines. They do and accomplish literally billions of activities that day and almost all of these activities come off with 100% accuracy almost every single time. Through millions of years of evolution -- which is basically nature's way of engaging in trial and error experimentation on a grand scale -- our bodies have learned what works and what doesn't. Because of this experimentation there are mechanisms within our body that keep us safe from harm, both outside our bodies and from within our bodies. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:00:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Blood-Brain-Barrier?&id=3299194 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Blood-Brain-Barrier?&id=3299194 One of the most popular classifications of medications used throughout pregnancy are antibiotics. Many of the common drugs used by pregnant women such as penicillins, erythromycins, and cephalosporins have been considered safe with minimal risk of birth defects. However, with the creation of more resistant bacteria and the development of newer drug classifications, more choices have recently become available with less data and safety information available for use in pregnancy. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:21:32 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Warning-Certain-Antibiotics-May-Be-Associated-With-Birth-Defects&id=3289043 http://ezinearticles.com/?Warning-Certain-Antibiotics-May-Be-Associated-With-Birth-Defects&id=3289043 The medical use of marijuana is an explosive new movement in the treatment of certain diseases and illnesses. However, the word marijuana can be very controversial. With many negative prejudices with the word marijuana, medical marijuana still has a hill to climb. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:53:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Use-of-Marijuana&id=3286044 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Use-of-Marijuana&id=3286044 Medications hurt your skin by increasing the amount of chemical waste the cells need to remove. The resulting stress interferes with the ability of skin cells to protect your body from both external and internal damage. Your appearance suffers, too. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:33:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-Medications-Making-Your-Skin-Sick?&id=2069492 http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-Medications-Making-Your-Skin-Sick?&id=2069492 Are you suffering from tremendous abdominal pain and even cannot sleep at night just because of urinary infection? And now, all the doctors' prescribed medicines have failed to provide you comfort. Do not worry; wild oregano oil is the ultimate remedy for your disease. Just trust and give a try. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:15:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wild-Oregano-Oil-A-Nonpareil-Medicine-to-Entirely-Perish-Your-Urinary-Infections&id=3282406 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wild-Oregano-Oil-A-Nonpareil-Medicine-to-Entirely-Perish-Your-Urinary-Infections&id=3282406 After a long research, Oregano oil has been presented to you to cure your chronic urinary infection that has been troubling you for a long period of time. So, never wait and simply go for it without any hesitation. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:13:07 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Oregano-Oil-A-Perfect-Natural-Product-to-Flush-Out-Your-Urinary-Infection&id=3282391 http://ezinearticles.com/?Oregano-Oil-A-Perfect-Natural-Product-to-Flush-Out-Your-Urinary-Infection&id=3282391 Over the counter pain medications are sold in huge numbers. Which is best and what are the possible side effects? Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:36:36 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Over-the-Counter-Pain-Killers&id=3281419 http://ezinearticles.com/?Over-the-Counter-Pain-Killers&id=3281419 Quercetin is being referred to as a biological response modifier. This is because flavonoids have an ability to modify the body's reaction to other compounds, such as viruses, allergens, and carcinogens, as evidenced by their anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-viral and anti-cancer properties. Quercetin appears to be useful in virtually all inflammatory and allergic conditions. i.e., asthma, hay fever, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus, this includes diabetes and cancer. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:07:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Natural-Anti-Histamine-Quercetin&id=3282729 http://ezinearticles.com/?Natural-Anti-Histamine-Quercetin&id=3282729 Acupuncture is a 5000 years old Chinese method of healing our body. When attending an acupuncture treatment the doctor will check your pulse and look at your tongue. This is a way for an acupuncturist to look at the map of the body in order to determine what's wrong, thus where should she/he should place the needles and what type of herbal treatment to give. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:44:05 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Acupuncture-Vs-Conventional-Medicine&id=2164179 http://ezinearticles.com/?Acupuncture-Vs-Conventional-Medicine&id=2164179 If you have ever been in an accident or had an illness, you may have been issued durable medical equipment. This equipment is used specifically for home use to help cope with the injuries or illness. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:17:53 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Durable-Medical-Equipment-For-Home-Use&id=3292261 http://ezinearticles.com/?Durable-Medical-Equipment-For-Home-Use&id=3292261 The medicinal benefits for home-grown garlic has been known for centuries now. Early cultures seemed to celebrate the herb as a kind of universal 'cure-all' and it was prescribed for all sorts of ailments. It still remains a marvelous plant full of benefits. We discuss how to grow and use medicinal garlic. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:28:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Growing-Medicinal-Garlic-A-Guide-For-Planting,-Harvesting-and-Using-Its-Medical-Properties&id=3291676 http://ezinearticles.com/?Growing-Medicinal-Garlic-A-Guide-For-Planting,-Harvesting-and-Using-Its-Medical-Properties&id=3291676 While almost all sources recommend the use of some form of psychological or behavioral therapy for the long-term treatment of panic attack disorders, for many patients drug therapy is an appropriate treatment choice, at least initially, and sometimes for extended periods. Panic attack medications can greatly benefit the user, if used appropriately and only for the duration in which you need it. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:59:41 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helpful-Panic-Attack-Medications&id=3288775 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helpful-Panic-Attack-Medications&id=3288775 Waiting in your doctor's office can become a bit unsettling. Especially if you came with a specific problem or concern (as in, this is not your routine/yearly check up) As you flip through old magazines or view the latest health news, you are probably worrying about what is wrong and what is going on with you. You are probably aggravated because it's past your appointment time and you haven't been called yet. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:16:06 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Doctor,-I-Have-a-Question-How-to-Talk-to-Your-Doctor&id=3281671 http://ezinearticles.com/?Doctor,-I-Have-a-Question-How-to-Talk-to-Your-Doctor&id=3281671 Americans spend over $150 billion per year on prescription drugs. The average American gets 10 prescriptions per year, and over 10% of their total healthcare expenses are for prescriptions. Learn how to minimize your prescription drug costs. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:58:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Minimizing-Your-Prescription-Drug-Costs-With-a-Health-Savings-Account&id=115618 http://ezinearticles.com/?Minimizing-Your-Prescription-Drug-Costs-With-a-Health-Savings-Account&id=115618 Swine flu has certainly made its way into the media. Each day, several of my patients ask my opinion as to whether or not the vaccine is a good idea for them and their families. So here is my opinion. First, let's keep things in perspective. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:40:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Swine-Flu&id=3202727 http://ezinearticles.com/?Swine-Flu&id=3202727 During cold and flu season, people who take acetaminophen for arthritis are at risk for acetaminophen poisoning. Taking maximum recommended dose of just two acetaminophen-containing products, for instance, a pain reliever and a cold remedy, can cause acute liver failure. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:37:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arthritis-Pain-How-to-Avoid-Accidental-Acetaminophen-Poisoning&id=128964 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arthritis-Pain-How-to-Avoid-Accidental-Acetaminophen-Poisoning&id=128964 I just returned from my daily trip to the hospital, and today, a nurse's station was setup in the foyer graciously screening blood pressures for passersby. It dawned upon me that I check blood pressure for patients all day long, but never have my own checked. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:36:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Dont-Need-to-Have-My-Balance-Checked,-Im-Fine&id=2265147 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Dont-Need-to-Have-My-Balance-Checked,-Im-Fine&id=2265147 Vertigo, for being one of the top reasons why an individual would go to a doctor, is an extremely misunderstood and frequently inappropriately treated disorder. Vertigo in and of itself manifests as a symptom, not as a true disease entity. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:32:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Vertigo-and-Treatment&id=2221645 http://ezinearticles.com/?Vertigo-and-Treatment&id=2221645 Just imagine if there was one main ADHD cause! That would make life simpler if it were due to genetic factors, or diet, or the environment or conditions during pregnancy. It could have something to do with the structure of the brain and the chemical imbalances involved in the neurotransmitters. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:33:44 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Diet-a-Main-ADHD-Cause?-Recent-Research-on-Other-Causes&id=3283958 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-Diet-a-Main-ADHD-Cause?-Recent-Research-on-Other-Causes&id=3283958 This report shows which companies are making the swine flu vaccine. Furthermore, it informs you of the major contracts they have with various Government's. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:04:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Who-is-Making-the-Swine-Flu-Vaccine?&id=3270079 http://ezinearticles.com/?Who-is-Making-the-Swine-Flu-Vaccine?&id=3270079 The current crop of food and drug companies are busy inventing products to sell to healthy people, with the claim that chemically altered nature can make you healthier, smarter and more successful. They back these claims with studies sponsored by the companies themselves. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:03:53 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Myth-of-Modern-Chemical-Medicine&id=2259375 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Myth-of-Modern-Chemical-Medicine&id=2259375 The swine flu vaccine is a very controversial topic. This article explains exactly how the swine flu vaccine is being made. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:38:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-is-the-Swine-Flu-Vaccine-Being-Developed?&id=3270125 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-is-the-Swine-Flu-Vaccine-Being-Developed?&id=3270125 Most parents are worried that the ADHD meds are going to affect their child negatively and have long term risks for their health and ask 'how can I treat ADHD'. Basically, they are right to be alarmed. Treating ADHD safely has become a controversial issue and parents are right to question everything. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:53:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treating-ADHD-Safely?-A-Bizarre-Lack-of-Reliable-Information&id=3283023 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treating-ADHD-Safely?-A-Bizarre-Lack-of-Reliable-Information&id=3283023 Without question, many different groups of people have enjoyed the benefits of pharmaceutical compounding through the years. All around Australia, men, women, children and others take advantage of what compounding has to offer every single day. Learning more about these products can be quite enlightening. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:06:25 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Compounding-Making-Modern-Medicine-More-Palatable&id=3275564 http://ezinearticles.com/?Compounding-Making-Modern-Medicine-More-Palatable&id=3275564 When I decided to stop using doctors prescriptions, over the counter drugs and synthetic chemicals I vastly overestimated my ability. That mental decision did not stop sickness from finding me. I still got flu's, colds and headaches. Also were the bugs that float in the air, are in our food, what we touch and contact by interacting with our fellow humans and animals. And I had no idea what genetic issues I may have inherited from my parents. How did I face the future drug and doctor free? Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:19:51 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learning-the-Ropes-to-Find-Alternatives-to-Drug-Medicine&id=2878275 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learning-the-Ropes-to-Find-Alternatives-to-Drug-Medicine&id=2878275 We know something is wrong. Suddenly a tooth is sensitive to warm or cold water, or a severe toothache or migraine pain occurs. It is gnawing, sharp, shooting, and may throb. When we apply pressure it can get worse. We may notice a swelling and pain that goes into the sinus or down into the jaw. Those are sure signs of an abscess forming. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:18:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Homeopathic-Perspective-on-Preventing-and-Healing-Tooth-Abscess&id=2943043 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Homeopathic-Perspective-on-Preventing-and-Healing-Tooth-Abscess&id=2943043 The sad truth is that these days, cancer has become more and more common. We all know of family members or friends that have battled this terrible disease. One of the most serious forms of cancer is lung cancer, which can spread quickly and fiercely. Recently, scientists at the Imperial College London identified a drug that might be able to help reduce the tumours that form when you have advanced lung cancer. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:58:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Drug-to-Reduce-Lung-Cancer-Tumours-in-Development&id=3273778 http://ezinearticles.com/?Drug-to-Reduce-Lung-Cancer-Tumours-in-Development&id=3273778 This article explains the importance of understanding the medications you take including their benefits and side effects. The author also provides practical tips about what you can do to prevent medication side effects from making you sick. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:55:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medicine-Can-Make-You-Sick&id=3265891 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medicine-Can-Make-You-Sick&id=3265891 The swine flu (H1N1) vaccine contains many dangerous chemicals. Toxic substances present in the swine flu vaccine may include monosodium glutamate (MSG) and mercury, depending on the manufacturer and the formulation. Consumers should also be aware that the intranasal (inhaled) swine flu vaccine contains pork products, which may be a concern for some due to religion or other personal beliefs. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:28:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dangerous-Chemicals-in-Swine-Flu-Vaccinations-MSG-and-Mercury-in-H1N1-Vaccine&id=3178484 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dangerous-Chemicals-in-Swine-Flu-Vaccinations-MSG-and-Mercury-in-H1N1-Vaccine&id=3178484 Clothing for inpatient care is important for a great many medical institutions to ensure that patients are comfortable and doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals can easily access the patients' bodies in order to give effective treatment. Most inpatients require a great deal of care and their comfort is utmost to improve their stay in a foreign place as well as improving their overall health. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:33:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clothing-For-Inpatient-Care&id=3262737 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clothing-For-Inpatient-Care&id=3262737 The proper storing of medical equipment is vital to any medical office large or small. The reason for this is not hard to see. Medical equipment and supplies are often very sensitive and specialized so proper care is absolutely necessary to not only find these products, but to prevent them from being damaged or even worse like becoming unsanitary. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:28:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proper-Storing-of-Medical-Equipment&id=3262722 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proper-Storing-of-Medical-Equipment&id=3262722 There are many types of urology equipment used by surgeons and medical professionals to treat and examine the urinary tract. This is an extremely difficult area of the body to be treated because of its small size and sensitivity. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:37:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Types-of-Urology-Equipment&id=3262659 http://ezinearticles.com/?Types-of-Urology-Equipment&id=3262659 Chiropractic care helps whiplash suffers safely and effectively recovery from injuries. New technologies such as cold laser therapy and kinesio taping are excellent adjuncts to traditional chiropractic care. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:17:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chiropractic-Care-Helps-Whiplash-Suffers-Safely-Recover-From-Car-Accidents&id=3254609 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chiropractic-Care-Helps-Whiplash-Suffers-Safely-Recover-From-Car-Accidents&id=3254609 Online pharmacies are all the rage in buying medicine, what with the ease people can get pills over the much-glorified Internet without having to travel a block or so to reach an actual pharmacy. Often, these websites employ their own in-house physicians whose job is to analyze a customer's condition and prescribe the appropriate medication - a welcomed assist for people who find visiting the local doctor very inconvenient, too costly, or both. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:01:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stay-Safe-by-Using-Online-Pharmacy-Reviews&id=3128011 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stay-Safe-by-Using-Online-Pharmacy-Reviews&id=3128011 Ever considered ordering your prescriptions on the Internet? If so, there are some things you should know before ever entering your credit card number, and it could save you more than your money. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:03:14 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fraud-Protection-When-Ordering-Your-Prescriptions-Online&id=260528 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fraud-Protection-When-Ordering-Your-Prescriptions-Online&id=260528 The term 'biopharmaceutical' came into existence in the 1980s and to describe a class of therapeutic protein produced by modern biotechnological techniques, more specifically via genetic engineering or (in the case of monoclonal antibodies) by hybridoma technology. This usage equated the term 'biopharmaceutical' with 'therapeutic protein synthesized in engineered (nonnaturally occurring) biological systems'. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:12:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Information-on-Biopharmaceutical&id=994564 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Information-on-Biopharmaceutical&id=994564 The private hospital is an institution that has been around for a long time - in a sense it has been around a lot longer than any of the National Health Service hospitals, which were instituted in July of 1948. The NHS is of course the primary care provider for the majority of people in the United Kingdom, but a minority of people choose to go to a private hospital, either for their entire lives or for certain procedures. In this article we'll look at why people choose private care and what advantages it has. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:43:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Do-Some-People-Opt-For-Private-Hospital-Treatment?&id=3253928 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Do-Some-People-Opt-For-Private-Hospital-Treatment?&id=3253928 Mammographies have been available for four decades now, and the technology involved with this medical test has increased and improved over time. With the advent of the mammography web viewer, physicians have advanced tools useful for diagnosis at a savings over traditional film imaging. When used in conjunction with PACS workstations, medical offices large and small can now afford this wonderful new technology that is used to view, send and receive, as well as archive digital medical images, including mammography studies. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:04:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mammography-A-Decade-of-Technological-Advancement&id=3252272 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mammography-A-Decade-of-Technological-Advancement&id=3252272 Medicine cabinets tend to bring out the packrat in most of us. Once we've gone to the trouble and expense of a doctor's appointment or a trip to the pharmacy, we find it hard to part with anything remaining in the bottle when we feel better. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:24:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mysteries-of-the-Medicine-Cabinet-How-and-When-to-Properly-Dispose-of-Old-Medication&id=3233518 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mysteries-of-the-Medicine-Cabinet-How-and-When-to-Properly-Dispose-of-Old-Medication&id=3233518 All drugs have their advantages and disadvantages, so read all the data so you and your doctor can decide if Reglan is going to be right for you. Talk to your doctor about Reglan next time you have an appointment. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:04:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Use-Caution-Concerning-Prescription-GERD-Drugs&id=3190225 http://ezinearticles.com/?Use-Caution-Concerning-Prescription-GERD-Drugs&id=3190225 Panic attack medication is basically the same medications used for generalized anxiety. Medication is used to treat the symptoms of your attack and no the underlying trigger. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:24:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Panic-Attack-Medications-Proceed-With-Caution&id=3256463 http://ezinearticles.com/?Panic-Attack-Medications-Proceed-With-Caution&id=3256463 Depression and anxiety affects everyone at different durations of time. The important thing is to know how to cope with this conditions rather than seeking a treatment which ends up worsening instead of healing. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:46:58 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Depression-and-Anxiety-Drugs-Side-Effects&id=1512998 http://ezinearticles.com/?Depression-and-Anxiety-Drugs-Side-Effects&id=1512998 The laws governing pharmacovigilance lay down strict instructions on what pharmaceutical companies must do in the event of detecting a serious adverse event, and indeed what constitutes a serious adverse event. With these major demands on pharmaceutical companies, it is important for them to set up an appropriate pharmacovigilance system, and this causes a number of problems. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:58:40 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-Should-I-Outsource?-And-to-Whom?&id=2598284 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-Should-I-Outsource?-And-to-Whom?&id=2598284 For centuries people have taken natural substances to treat gout. One old time home remedy involved eating dozens of cherries. Chemicals in cherries were seen as a natural gout supplement. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:59:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Best-Gout-Treatment-and-Do-Natural-Supplements-Really-Help-Alleviate-Gout-Symptoms?&id=3249619 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Best-Gout-Treatment-and-Do-Natural-Supplements-Really-Help-Alleviate-Gout-Symptoms?&id=3249619 When we treat a pregnant patient in the clinical setting, we are trained to consider the risk vs. benefit of all medications, before we recommend them. The general rule of thumb is that, no medicine is "completely safe" and to advise the patient to avoid any medications in pregnancy if possible, except for prenatal vitamins. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:43:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Antibiotics-Linked-to-Birth-Defects-Which-One-Should-You-Avoid?&id=3233661 http://ezinearticles.com/?Antibiotics-Linked-to-Birth-Defects-Which-One-Should-You-Avoid?&id=3233661 Turmeric has been used for healing in Ayurvedic Medicine for centuries and in today's world is considered by some to be the jewel of all spices. Don't dismiss this spice as just another spice - Consumption of Turmeric is a powerful healer from the inside and outside. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:44:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Natural-Medicine-Healing-Turmeric&id=3225583 http://ezinearticles.com/?Natural-Medicine-Healing-Turmeric&id=3225583 We go to the doctor because we're not feeling well and sometimes the doctor will prescribe some medication. We assume the doctor knows what he/she is doing and we take the medicine. But what if it backfires and makes us feel worse? What happened? Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:27:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Your-Medicine-Make-You-Sick?&id=3227200 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Your-Medicine-Make-You-Sick?&id=3227200 When you suffer the crushing pain of gout, hobbling to the pharmacy or doctor's office can be unthinkable. This leads you online, where you find various over-the-counter gout treatments promising to be an effective home treatment for gout. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:20:51 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Treatments-For-Gout-Symptoms-Do-Over-the-Counter-Gout-Treatments-Really-Help?&id=3249668 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Treatments-For-Gout-Symptoms-Do-Over-the-Counter-Gout-Treatments-Really-Help?&id=3249668 There are some cases during an MRI scan that requires a contrast agent injected into the patient. A contrast MRI agent (or dye) is a substance that is more susceptible to the magnetic fields of produced during the scan, hence, producing a better image. Of the different contrast dyes, gadolinium is the most well known. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:45:38 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Gadolinium-MRI-Side-Effects&id=3216724 http://ezinearticles.com/?Gadolinium-MRI-Side-Effects&id=3216724 Stethoscopes come in different styles for different purposes. This article discusses the different types of stethoscopes and their uses by health care professionals. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:35:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stethoscope-An-Essential-Tool-For-Healthcare&id=3225484 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stethoscope-An-Essential-Tool-For-Healthcare&id=3225484 What if we could prevent Malaria? What if we could save the 1-million people who die every year from this disease? What if Malaria were no longer an issue? What if the Mosquitoes did not pass it onto humans? What if humans could become immune? What if the Malaria parasite modified into something which was not in any way harmful to people? Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:43:38 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-If-We-Can-Stop-Malaria?&id=91830 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-If-We-Can-Stop-Malaria?&id=91830 Anyone who has seen or been scanned with a standard MRI machine knows that the test can be a little uncomfortable. You must lay still for up to a half an hour inside a very small cavity in the center of the MRI. This space is not very big at all - about 4 feet in diameter at most. The machine may also be very loud during the scan, worsening the entire process and putting more stress on the patient. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:38:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Open-Sided-MRIs-to-Quell-Side-Effects&id=3216739 http://ezinearticles.com/?Open-Sided-MRIs-to-Quell-Side-Effects&id=3216739 Many people take prescribed medication. Though they are highly beneficial, it leaves a person susceptible to mistakes and mishaps. Maintaining a capsule card can help ensure a person's health stays intact. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:57:30 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Benefits-of-Having-a-Medication-Identification-Card&id=3242939 http://ezinearticles.com/?Benefits-of-Having-a-Medication-Identification-Card&id=3242939 Procedures for product registration, granting of marketing authorization and the rules and guidelines that control this and all other pharmacovigilance. A discussion of the process by which products obtain a marketing authorization, discussion of the EU directives and regulations governing pharmaceutical products in the European Union. Also details of the main guidelines and rules governing pharmacovigilance. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:11:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmaceutical-Product-Registration-and-Pharmacovigilance-Rules-and-Guidelines&id=2598789 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmaceutical-Product-Registration-and-Pharmacovigilance-Rules-and-Guidelines&id=2598789 Pharmacovigilance is the practice of maximizing the safety and benefit of drugs and minimizing the risks and adverse effects. Pharmacovigilance techniques are employed during trials and afterward once a product is on the market to monitor any adverse events and side effects in order to protect the public. Effective pharmacovigilance is a legal requirement of any pharmaceutical company and the penalties for failing to implement good pharmacovigilance practice are severe. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:05:01 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-An-Introduction&id=2598223 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-An-Introduction&id=2598223 Pharmacovigilance is the science of drug safety, a combination of pharmacoepidemiology and pharmacology. It provides the tools to help assess risk vs. benefit, to detect signals in data that point to an adverse event, and to help assess the significance of these signals. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:04:35 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-Legislation-and-Regulations&id=2598253 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-Legislation-and-Regulations&id=2598253 Even large pharmaceutical companies struggle to find suitable expertise in-house. The demands on medium and small companies are such that they can not comply economically in-house and must outsource part or all of their pharmacovigilance and drug safety operations. They are then left trying to find a reliable pharmacovigilance resources that they can trust. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:04:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-Wouldnt-it-Be-Cheaper-Not-to-Bother?&id=2598304 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharmacovigilance-Wouldnt-it-Be-Cheaper-Not-to-Bother?&id=2598304 An introduction to the process of drug development with specific focus on the process in the European Union. This includes pre-clinical research and then the 4 phases of clinical trials. It also deals with reporting requirements for SUSARs (Serious, Unexpected, Suspected Adverse Reactions). Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:59:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Drug-Development-and-Pre-Authorisation-Pharmacovigilance&id=2598594 http://ezinearticles.com/?Drug-Development-and-Pre-Authorisation-Pharmacovigilance&id=2598594 Three types of drugs are prescribed to treat panic attacks, panic disorder and some of their individual symptoms: 1) anti-anxiety drugs, 2) anti-depressants, and 3) beta blockers. All of these medications produce side effects in some people. They must taken under proper supervision, and your prescribing physician needs complete information about any other prescription and non-prescription medications and/or supplements you are taking. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:38:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Possible-Side-Effects-of-Panic-Attack-Medications&id=3227820 http://ezinearticles.com/?Possible-Side-Effects-of-Panic-Attack-Medications&id=3227820 Advantages and disadvantages of transdermal drug delivery systems. Types and structure of transdermal patches. The future of transdermal drug delivery technologies. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:40:12 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Transdermal-Drug-Delivery,-Transdermal-Patches&id=155961 http://ezinearticles.com/?Transdermal-Drug-Delivery,-Transdermal-Patches&id=155961 Whether for conducting experiments or educating students or for performing research, laboratories require a mass of accessories and supplies for carrying out the above mentioned tasks. Therefore, maintaining a controlled and clean laboratory is a must. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:43:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Laboratory-Supplies-Are-the-Basic-Need-to-Maintain-a-Clean-and-Organized-Laboratory&id=3199078 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Laboratory-Supplies-Are-the-Basic-Need-to-Maintain-a-Clean-and-Organized-Laboratory&id=3199078 Cord blood is more than just precious. As with breast milk donation it saves lives. So what is it then? It is the blood that remains in your baby's umbilical cord and placenta after birth. It is absolutely packed full of stem cells, specialized cells that can be used to help treat and even cure diseases which can otherwise kill. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:05:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cord-Blood-A-Life-Saving-Gift&id=3212951 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cord-Blood-A-Life-Saving-Gift&id=3212951 In 2008 the Beijing Olympics took China well into the modern world and now, in 2009, China celebrates the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The UK is hosting a high profile red carpet and VIP reception to celebrate this 60th anniversary. Guests to include politicians, senior figures from the Chinese and UK business communities, celebrities from music, television and film. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:04:24 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?China-Can-Traditional-and-Modern-Medicinal-Products-Live-in-Harmony?&id=3112011 http://ezinearticles.com/?China-Can-Traditional-and-Modern-Medicinal-Products-Live-in-Harmony?&id=3112011 Same day services are at their most vital when it comes to delivering medical equipment. From local private hospitals, care homes to medical equipment manufacturers, they have the experience to make sure the item gets their on time (if time critical) and in one piece (you would be surprised at how some same day couriers load their vehicles!). Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:52:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Couriers-and-Delivery&id=2804125 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Couriers-and-Delivery&id=2804125 The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is a special hospital ward that provides medical care for premature babies and sick newborns. If your baby is sent to the NICU, your first question probably will be: What is this place? With equipment designed for infants and a hospital staff who have special training in newborn care, the NICU is an intensive care unit created for sick newborns who need specialized treatment Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:54:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-Neonatal-Intensive-Care-Unit?&id=3175763 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-Neonatal-Intensive-Care-Unit?&id=3175763 Over thirty years ago, Physicians found themselves disheartened by the rate of newborn infections, abandonment, and deaths in their hospitals. The hospitals' supply of incubators and medical providers could not keep up with the overwhelming demand for these resources. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:48:44 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Supply-of-Incubators-in-Hospitals&id=3175725 http://ezinearticles.com/?Supply-of-Incubators-in-Hospitals&id=3175725 Dr. Ting Hung-Leung, Hong Kong's deputy director for Traditional Chinese Medicine, commented: "The problem in 1997 was we had over 7,000 practitioners of herbal and Traditional Chinese Medicine and anyone could call themselves TCM practitioners." Now rigid licensing and educational standards have made the study more acceptable to Western standards. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:01:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Does-Chinese-Herbal-Medicine-Work?&id=1102643 http://ezinearticles.com/?Does-Chinese-Herbal-Medicine-Work?&id=1102643 FDA Consulting will be needed by pharmaceutical companies in the near future as the FDA begins a scheme aimed at tackling the misuse of drug doses which can have serious health repercussions including death in serious cases. Read on for more information. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:54:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?FDA-Consulting-and-the-Misuse-of-Drug-Dosage&id=3219929 http://ezinearticles.com/?FDA-Consulting-and-the-Misuse-of-Drug-Dosage&id=3219929 It may be scary for those who need to undergo their first MRI scan. An MRI is a giant machine that uses powerful magnetic fields and electromagnetic waves to scan you. Even though the doctor continues to reassure that it is a perfectly safe procedure, you are still unsure what to expect and what side effects the MRI might have on your body. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:11:42 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?MRI-Side-Effects&id=3216679 http://ezinearticles.com/?MRI-Side-Effects&id=3216679 Spinal chord injury has the potential of being very serious. Serious or not, there is one medicine that you really shouldn't be without. Whilst it may not be the only remedy needed, it's likely to be the most important. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:49:33 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spinal-Chord-Injury-and-One-Important-Medicine-to-Use&id=3218439 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spinal-Chord-Injury-and-One-Important-Medicine-to-Use&id=3218439 Prescription drugs can and often are the largest medical expense in many households. I don't think anyone objects to drug companies continuing to research and develop drugs that can improve our quality of life or even extend our lives. However, no one wants to pay more than they have to for their prescription medications. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:53:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Save-a-Bundle-on-Prescription-Drugs&id=3221689 http://ezinearticles.com/?Save-a-Bundle-on-Prescription-Drugs&id=3221689 Liver diseases have become a common occurrence among people today due to changing lifestyles and habits. Usually accompanied by jaundice, liver diseases are caused by high levels of bilirubin which is actually excreted from the body in the bile produced by the liver. There are various different diseases that can affect the liver and if detected early on they can be brought under control and treated. Liver diseases are treated with various medications prescribed by specialists only upon diagnosis. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:11:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Liver-Treatment-Medicine&id=3220492 http://ezinearticles.com/?Liver-Treatment-Medicine&id=3220492 Spinal chord injury has the potential of being very serious. Serious or not, there is one medicine that you really shouldn't be without. Whilst it may not be the only remedy needed, it's likely to be the most important. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:25:41 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spinal-Chord-Injury-and-One-Important-Medicine-to-Use&id=3218439 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spinal-Chord-Injury-and-One-Important-Medicine-to-Use&id=3218439 Most parents with ADHD children ask this very question and the short answer is 'no', at least if we are thinking of psychostimulant drugs which are now household names, such as Vyvanse, Strattera and Ritalin, just to name a few. The shocking fact of the matter is that, according to an editorial in the Archives of Internal Medicine by Dr John Ioannidis of University of Ioannina School of Medicine in Greece, effects from drugs are "neglected, restricted, distorted, and silenced". Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:11:41 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-ADHD-Meds-Without-Side-Effects-Exist?&id=3215845 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-ADHD-Meds-Without-Side-Effects-Exist?&id=3215845 The short answer to the question whether ADHD medications with less side effects is a mirage has a very short answer with only three letters. Yes ! Let us face it - any medicine of the allopathic or chemical kind, the staple of Western medicine, is going to have side effects. I have just been given an antibiotic for a 'flu virus and reading the side effects has done nothing to hasten my recovery! Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:52:14 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-ADHD-Medications-With-Less-Side-Effects-a-Mirage?&id=3220397 http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-ADHD-Medications-With-Less-Side-Effects-a-Mirage?&id=3220397 Tamiflu is one of the drugs currently recommended by the CDC to treat the swine flu. Its generic name is oseltamivir. (Pronounced: os el TAM ih veer). There is however a shortage of pediatric Tamiflu. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:22:28 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Childrens-Swine-Flu-Medicine-Shortage&id=3190517 http://ezinearticles.com/?Childrens-Swine-Flu-Medicine-Shortage&id=3190517 The most effective preventative method to avoid contracting swine flu is to receive the vaccination. Yet, this vaccine has stirred up much controversy and many people are wary of getting it. The following article explains the development, testing, and safety parameters of the swine flu vaccine and thus allows individuals to make an informed decision as to whether they wish to receive the jab. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:55:48 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Swine-Flu-Vaccine&id=3207747 http://ezinearticles.com/?Swine-Flu-Vaccine&id=3207747 All of us need to acquire ourselves with some knowledge about medical. We may need it at one time or another. Some of these information may even decide death or life. Unfortunately, all these information can be costly. Also, they can be quite difficult to understand. As medical research advances, much of the information also quickly become outdated. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:12:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Information-Affects-Our-Health&id=3204684 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Information-Affects-Our-Health&id=3204684 Nasal discomfort can be caused by a lot of factors. This can be due to colds, allergies, sinusitis or simply the weather alone. Nasal discomfort can be the reason for dry nose, running nose, continuous sneezing, sinusitis and headaches as well. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:58:46 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Reliable-Nasal-Relief&id=3204880 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Reliable-Nasal-Relief&id=3204880 Threelac is the best and most talked about yeast infection medication for fighting problems arising from candidiasis. Majority of people believe that this is the best medication that effectively fights Candida. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:11:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Threelac-Yeast-Infection-Medication&id=3203716 http://ezinearticles.com/?Threelac-Yeast-Infection-Medication&id=3203716 Senior citizens and caregivers can manage numerous prescriptions by informing physicians of any over-the-counter medication usage, and by learning all medication names, indications, dosages and specifications. Detailed guidelines provided. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:18:46 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Guide-to-Medications-For-Senior-Citizens&id=3202509 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Guide-to-Medications-For-Senior-Citizens&id=3202509 Phase 1 trials are the gatekeeper of clinical research as they are often the first time a potential new drug treatment enters humans. Due to recent concerns over drug safety - for example the Northwick Park experience with TGN1412 causing serious adverse reactions in healthy volunteers - and with the advance of medical science leading to the development of treatments with greater specificity. Phase 1 research now increasingly considers patients. The involvement of patients brings a new dimension to research; patients can conceivability benefit from clinical trials and in considering entering a clinical trial both the patients and the attending doctor must consider the alternatives of treatment. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:11:57 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Ethics-of-Phase-1-Drug-and-Biotech-Research-in-Patients&id=3101835 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Ethics-of-Phase-1-Drug-and-Biotech-Research-in-Patients&id=3101835 During medical consultation it is important and critical for the doctor to ask the right question and ask it on the right manner in order to get you talking and give him the information that he needs. Most of the time your doctor is working hard in order to get all the pieces of the puzzle in order to diagnose your condition properly. Don't hesitate to answer what your doctor ask or if you feel that the doctor is not asking the right question feel free to tell them the following helpful information... Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:42:31 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Things-a-Doctor-Should-Ask-Or-You-Should-Tell-Your-Doctor&id=3197877 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Things-a-Doctor-Should-Ask-Or-You-Should-Tell-Your-Doctor&id=3197877 There are several different ways of accomplishing wound closure. Adhesives, skin closure tapes, staples and sutures are all ways of repairing lacerations and surgical incisions. Surgical staples and clips are a faster way to close skin wounds, and are more consistent and accurate than hand suturing. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:02:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-Surgical-Staples-and-How-Are-They-Used?&id=3195613 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-Surgical-Staples-and-How-Are-They-Used?&id=3195613 Confused about which type of infusion pump you need? Well, now's your chance to discover which infusion pump is suited to your needs. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:55:42 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Infusion-Pump-Guide&id=3196550 http://ezinearticles.com/?Infusion-Pump-Guide&id=3196550 Verruca treatment can be many and varied, from freezing to surgical intervention. It is generally better start of with a less invasive verruca treatment and change the method if this fails. Warts are small, non- cancerous growths on your skin. They are extremely common and most people at some point in their lives develop them, especially during childhood and teenage years. Warts mainly occur on your hands or feet, but they can appear anywhere on the body. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:49:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Warts-and-Verrucas&id=2567005 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Warts-and-Verrucas&id=2567005 There is no cure for measles, so the best approach is to prevent people from getting infected, by vaccinating them before they are exposed to the virus. Vaccines are made from the kind of germ they are designed to protect against. Some vaccines are made from inactivated or killed viruses or bacteria. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:25:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Preventing-Measles&id=2337393 http://ezinearticles.com/?Preventing-Measles&id=2337393 Warts are small, non- cancerous growths on your skin. They are extremely common and most people at some point in their lives develop them, especially during childhood and teenage years. Warts mainly occur on your hands or feet, but they can appear anywhere on the body. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:56:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Warts-and-Verrucas&id=2567005 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Warts-and-Verrucas&id=2567005 Tamiflu oseltamivir is an FDA approved treatment for swine flu, a virus that has infected thousands of people in several countries in just a few months. Learn more about swine flu, including its causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment through the use of Tamiflu. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:57:31 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Effective-Treatment-For-Swine-Flu&id=3198911 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Effective-Treatment-For-Swine-Flu&id=3198911 I am a qualified health and fitness professional in Australia and have been training and educating my clients how to live a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, many of us think we are healthy and well by our lifestyles. Yet of the many hundreds of clients I have seen in my profession, only a few "tell me their daily nutrition" and appear to be on track, however even fewer of these are telling me 100% of the daily nutrition and wonder weeks later why their health has decreased. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:53:17 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?102-Get-Educated-Not-Medicated-The-Key-To-An-Achievable-And-Sustainable-Healthy-Life!&id=3166311 http://ezinearticles.com/?102-Get-Educated-Not-Medicated-The-Key-To-An-Achievable-And-Sustainable-Healthy-Life!&id=3166311 Of course, you can protect yourself against the seasonal flu by practicing good hygiene (wash your hands as often as possible); however, you may want extra protection from a flu shot. How can you go about getting that shot? Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:09:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Find-a-Flu-Shot-Clinic-Near-You&id=3187757 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Find-a-Flu-Shot-Clinic-Near-You&id=3187757 For anyone who find themselves interested in the medical field but do not have the confident to be a doctor or a surgeon, but are keen to help others and do not have the phobia on the sight of blood, then a medical assistant might be the career which is suitable for you. Before you sign up for a program or course for a medical assistant, let us visit some of the key advantages for being a medical assistant. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:56:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-the-Key-Advantages-of-a-Certified-Medical-Assistant&id=3178517 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-the-Key-Advantages-of-a-Certified-Medical-Assistant&id=3178517 Optic fibers can be made into very thin and flexible strands. Because of this property this can be used in medical field for various diagnoses. These strands can be inserted to various part of the body, including blood vessels even lungs. This field of the medical science which uses only a small incision for treatment is called as Endoscopy. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:46:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Fiber-Optics&id=3184941 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Fiber-Optics&id=3184941 The swine flu (H1N1) vaccine contains many dangerous chemicals. Toxic substances present in the swine flu vaccine may include monosodium glutamate (MSG) and mercury, depending on the manufacturer and the formulation. Consumers should also be aware that the intranasal (inhaled) swine flu vaccine contains pork products, which may be a concern for some due to religion or other personal beliefs. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:33:00 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dangerous-Chemicals-in-Swine-Flu-Vaccinations-MSG-and-Mercury-in-H1N1-Vaccine&id=3178484 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dangerous-Chemicals-in-Swine-Flu-Vaccinations-MSG-and-Mercury-in-H1N1-Vaccine&id=3178484 We may wonder what is to become of the contact research organisation (CRO) industry while the economy slowly recovers from the recent recession but according to a recent report carried out by Frost & Sullivan, the CRO industry will continue to grow. During this current climate, biotech and pharma companies are less likely to rely on or invest in internal abilities to carry out their clinical trials. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:09:28 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clinical-Research-Organisations-During-the-Recession-Frost-Report-on-CROs&id=3180737 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clinical-Research-Organisations-During-the-Recession-Frost-Report-on-CROs&id=3180737 Prescription medications are expensive these days and costs are expected to rise which means more of a burden on consumers. The price burden can be reduced by following some purchasing guidelines. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:48:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-For-Saving-Money-on-Prescription-Medications&id=1820752 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-For-Saving-Money-on-Prescription-Medications&id=1820752 More popularly known as Ativan, a name formerly used for this group of drug, Lorazepam is a kind of benzodiazepine drug. As with any other drug that belongs to the group of benzodiazepine, Lorazepam also has its own set of side effects. That is not to say that the one should stay away from the drug. But only take the drug when you are prescribed to do so, follow the dosage, and don't keep taking the drug beyond the period stipulated by your doctor. In the following section of the article we will discuss the side effects of Lorazepam. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:05:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Side-Effects-of-Psychoactive-Drugs&id=3185557 http://ezinearticles.com/?Side-Effects-of-Psychoactive-Drugs&id=3185557 What is "Personalized Medicine" and why are the medical profession and pharmaceutical industry moving toward making it the new paradigm for medical treatment? Personalized medicine refers to determining the most effective course of treatment based on a patient's biochemical constitution, which, in turn, is determined by his/her gene profile. Why is this approach gaining popularity? Consider just one area in which it may be very effective: medication side effects. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:28:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Case-For-Personalized-Medicine&id=3175449 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Case-For-Personalized-Medicine&id=3175449 Most of us rely on medication to perform functions that our body cannot to relieve pain. We trust the instructions given and know that even though we consume medication at our own risk, it has undergone extensive clinical research been tested and regulated. Medical regulation is vital as without it, taking medication would be a lot more dangerous. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:02:44 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Regulation-in-the-UK&id=3192921 http://ezinearticles.com/?Medical-Regulation-in-the-UK&id=3192921 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.