Category Archives: Medicine

How Often Do You Get Mammograms?

Posted on February 12, 2013 by

Changing recommendations for when women should get mammograms have created conflict and confusion. Not only do recommendations from different sources vary, but some have moved in opposite directions. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force scaled back its recommendation in 2009, … Continue reading →

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Phobias & Anxiety A Medical Assistant Encounters

Posted on August 16, 2012 by

The medical assistant professional must be aware of the phobias that their patients may have and know how to react should a fearful episode occur on the job. Below are some of the top phobias you may encounter. Patient anxiety. … Continue reading →

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The 5 Rights of Medications

Posted on June 6, 2012 by

There are “Five Rights” to accurate medication administration. If all are observed, the potential for mistakes is drastically reduced. Nurses learn these rules in school. The tendency to skimp on them is a problem that often stems from factors such … Continue reading →

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Top 40 Medical Career Blogs

Posted on July 23, 2009 by

If you are interested in a career in the medical field, it can help to get advice from people who have already been there. Many professionals write blogs now, and they can provide helpful insight into what you need to … Continue reading →

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50 Successful Open Source Projects That Are Changing Medicine

Posted on February 19, 2009 by

Open source healthcare is forging forward quickly on the Internet. But, fast developments often produce many failures. But, many medicinal open source projects that have gained success development. This success shows that open source alone is not the solitary factor … Continue reading →

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