Fall Into Healthy Habits This Autumn
Just as spring is a time for rebirth, autumn is also considered a transitional season. The weather turns brisk, the leaves on trees change from dull brown to a firestorm of color, and darkness settles in earlier. For many, it is a favorite time of year, but for others it can be a trigger to […]
Medicine Cabinets Need Spring Cleaning, Too
We all do it: we let over-the-counter (OTC) medicines like pain relievers for a headache, allergy medicine or cough and cold products pileup in our bathrooms. Especially over the past few years, you may have let medications linger in the house past their expiration dates. But old and unneeded medication should be disposed of safely, […]
Propanc Pancreatic Treatment Meets FDA Milestone
Cancer patients with pancreatic, ovarian, or colorectal tumors have reason for hope. A solid tumor treatment known as PRP, developed by Propanc Biopharma Inc. (PPCB), has received an Orphan Drug Designation from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration as the company prepares to move forward into first-in-human studies. PRP is an intravenous solution designed for […]
Why Allergies Get Worse After You Turn 30
Allergies are a common health problem that affects people of all ages. They are caused by the immune system’s overreaction to a harmless substance such as pollen, dust, or animal dander. The symptoms of allergies can range from mild to severe and can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, respiratory system, and […]
When Will The Coronavirus Epidemic End? Here’s What Fauci Predicts
The coronavirus epidemic has been one of the most significant public health challenges of our time, affecting millions of people worldwide. With vaccines becoming more widely available and infection rates declining in some areas, many are wondering when the epidemic will end. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious […]
Medicare Advantage Market Outlook
Medicare Advantage, also known as Medicare Part C, is a type of health insurance plan offered by private companies that contracts with Medicare to provide beneficiaries with all their Part A and Part B benefits. In recent years, the Medicare Advantage market has been growing rapidly, and it is expected to continue to do so […]
How Springfield Clinic’s ‘Retirement Chute’ Helps Plan For Physician Retirements
Springfield Clinic, a multi-specialty medical group based in central Illinois, has developed an innovative approach to address the challenge of physician retirements. Dubbed the “retirement chute,” this program is designed to help physicians plan for retirement while ensuring continuity of care for their patients and continuity of operations for the clinic. The retirement chute is […]