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Get a Pap test!
"In this article, you will learn how to get a pap test and what it means for your health. What's a Pap test? There are many types of medical care that can help keep women healthy. One of these is getting a pap test. A pap test is also called a pelvic exam, pelvic...
Manage your morning sickness
"Morning sickness is often the toughest part of pregnancy during the first trimester. Whether you are suffering from nausea, vomiting, or both, there are some things you can try to manage your morning sickness and get some relief. One reliable tip is to take ginger or...
Why folic acid is a big deal and how to get more of it
What is folic acid and why is it good for your body? Folic acid (also called vitamin B9) is one of the essential nutrients that all pregnant women need. It’s also known as a B vitamin because it plays a role in breaking down amino acids and converting them into...
Deciding about long-term care for your loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease
"There is a lot to consider when caring for someone with Alzheimer's, and one of the things that needs to be considered is long-term care. Children need time to adjust and learn how to care for their loved one who has Alzheimer’s. Finances may be strained due to the...
Are you at risk for colon cancer?
If you are over the age of 50, it is important to understand that colon cancer is an increasing risk. Colon cancer rates in America have increased by 25% since 1990, which equates to about 2/3 of all cases. This significant number also corresponds with an increase in...
Deciding about vaginal birth after a past C-section
If you've had a previous C-section, and you are expecting another baby, vaginal birth may be an option for you. It’s called vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). That means that your doctor will make an incision in your abdomen to deliver the baby. Is VBAC safer than...
Is active surveillance for prostate cancer right for you?
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in males. In many cases, prostate cancer can be treated successfully with few or no side effects. But if the prostate cancer has spread beyond the prostate, chemotherapy and other treatments may not be effective. You may not...
Deciding about lung cancer screening
Who should be screened for lung cancer? If you have a heavy smoking history, have smoked within the last 15 years, and are age 55 and older, your risk for lung cancer is increased. If you meet these criteria, your doctor might recommend a low-dose CT scan to screen...
Treating your high blood pressure
What is blood pressure? Blood pressure refers to the force that your blood puts on the walls of your arteries. When your distance is too high, it can damage the walls of our arteries, heart and kidneys. Despite its name, blood pressure isn't necessarily caused by a...
Choosing care for the end of life
This blog will discuss end of life care and give insight into what each option entails. How do you take care of someone at end of life? Choosing how to care for someone at the end of their life is an issue that doesn’t often get discussed, and as a result many people...
Wine Country doctors save lives, lose homes
Santa Rosa Memorial was the northernmost hospital to remain open in the midst of the North Bay fires Monday.
About 60 people arrived at Santa Rosa Memorial throughout Monday morning, including two burn patients in critical condition, 15 people with moderate injuries and 43 with minor injuries, Colleen Flynn, a spokeswoman for the St. Joseph Health group said.
Santa Rosa Memorial, Queen of the Valley Medical Center in Napa and Petaluma Valley Hospital remained open as of about 3 p.m. None of the medical centers had suffered any structural damage, officials said.
Santa Rosa Memorial also accepted evacuees from our neighboring hospitals — including six transfers from Kaiser Santa Rosa, which was evacuated and shut down, and six from Sutter Medical Center.
Petaluma Valley took in 28 patients, including several who needed to be evacuated from Sutter Medical Center, Kaiser Santa Rosa and senior living facilities in the area.
Flynn emphasized that those without injuries should seek help at shelters, not medical centers.
After evacuating Fountaingrove about 3 a.m., the family took shelter in Elizabeth Tito’s office, where their youngest child, 11, and pets remained Monday afternoon.
Krilich was one such doctor, who assumed his home was gone.
By late afternoon Monday, Santa Rosa Memorial had treated 160 people.
Take Good Care of Your Gums in Your 60s and They’ll Take Care of You Forever
As the saying goes, “ignore your teeth and they will go away.” I wanted to keep my teeth because my smile was just too important to me!
What Is Gum Disease?
When all the types of bacteria are in balance, your gums are protected from disease-causing bacteria.
Finally, you need to make sure that your gums are getting the nutrients they need, and in the right amounts, to stay healthy.
4 dead, over 26 injured in poll chaos in Nyanza, Machakos
Two of the victims died after police and anti-election protesters, allied to the National Supper Alliance (Nasa), clashed in Kisumu and Homa Bay on Thursday.
Mr Chrispine Ochieng, 20, who is receiving treatment at the hospital, claimed he was shot in Nyalenda after he was dragged out of the house. “The police officer who shot me was at the fly over.
Others who were also injured were Samuel Ooko who was shot on the knee in Mamboleo, while Godfrey Ochieng suffered gunshot wounds on the neck in Manyatta.
In Homa Bay, A 14-year-old pupil was shot dead after police and Nasa protesters clashed.
At Homa Bay Hospital, seven youths were admitted with various body wounds.
Mr Nick Odwar said he was attacked by police officers as he was walking home.
In Machakos County, A Form Two student was shot dead and two other people hospitalised with bullet wounds after police allegedly fired live bullets at demonstrators in Athi River.
I was going home when police shot me while confronting demonstrators who had barricaded roads,” Mr Mutua said. “If you are not a patient or a medic in uniform leave here at once,” a senior officer ordered.
Telangana: 50 suffer eye injuries celebrating Diwali
He was injured by a rocket bomb.
“People refuse to give way if it is not an ambulance, but my son was suffering inside the vehicle.
Hospital superintendent Dr Ravinder Goud said, “We cannot predict the result of the surgeries.
District medical health officer Dr Padmaja K. said, “She was grievously injured when brought in last night. Her eye has been operated upon but her vision has been damaged.
Ind. Department of Insurance Approves Decrease in Workers’ Compensation Rates
“The significant savings will help support Indiana businesses and encourage continued job growth for Hoosiers,” said Indiana Department of Insurance Commissioner Stephen W. Robertson.
Workers’ Compensation rates in Indiana have been on a downward trend for the last five years. This decrease in rates can be attributed to a drop in frequency of worker injuries due to an increased emphasis on safety in the workplace and better case management when injuries do occur. The robust job market also plays a key role as payrolls increase and the economy grows, creating a larger base for collecting premiums.
Indiana Workers’ Compensation rates consistently rank second lowest in the United States, according to the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Premium Rate Ranking report. The Information Technology and Research Section in the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services has examined state rates on a biennial basis since 1986.
“We are proud that Indiana continues to produce some of the lowest Workers’ Compensation rates in the nation. With overall rates decreasing in 2018, Indiana intensifies its tradition of offering employers a welcoming and responsive business environment,” said Robertson.