Move over size zero or skinny, the new anthem: healthy is the new skinny. No, healthy does not imply overweight and obese. Healthy is when you feel good inside out while maintaining the curves in your body. Although many strive to look like super models skinny or slim, remember beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. You should rather challenge yourself to be healthy rather […]

Robotic surgery, or robot-assisted surgery, is a way to perform surgery using a camera arm and mechanical arms with very small tools attached to them. The surgeon sits at a computer station near the operating table and directs the movements of a robotic arm. A thin tube with the camera attached to the end of it allows the surgeon to view enlarged, high-definition, magnified 3-D […]

Facing more than 110 million annual visits, emergency room doctors are busier than ever. While many of the patients they see are in need of urgent care, many of the visits aren’t for true emergencies. As such, wait times have grown in hospitals across the country, leading many to seek out more timely, convenient alternatives to the ER. It is no wonder the walk-in clinic […]

Finding a primary care doctor isn’t that hard. You’ve had one for years and after that time knowing what doctor fits you is often a no-brainer. Even if your doctor retired or left for another job in another state, chances are you have an idea which doctor would be beneficial for you. But that is for aches and pains and annual check ups. What about […]

dical tourism is one of the largest growing trends in the medical industry. Instead of going to local hospitals, people are now traveling across the United States’ borders for their procedures. There is a whole list of reasons for people to do this, including world-class care, consistent prices, and the opportunity to use the procedure as a chance to take a vacation. World-Class Care In […]

It can be really hard to start a new diet especially if you want to include your whole family in the program. As you learn more about nutrition and healthy living, you are probably interested in helping your immediate family members to enjoy this way of eating as well. Some people start on a low carb diet to improve their health and lose weight, and […]

The path to greater health and well-being needn’t be as grueling as many make it out to be. While rigorous exercise and healthy dieting are of course important, there are all sorts of small and simple things you can do daily to boost physical and mental wellness. 1) Give a Hug That warm feeling you get when you hug a person is not just emotionally […]

Childhood obesity has, from being an aberration, become a cause of concern. Nowadays, there is increasing focus on the health of children and teenagers, and the lack of fitness in that particular age group is constantly under a spotlight. Naturally, what needs to be done is to devise ways in which teenagers can be encouraged to get fit. Adults should understand that teens spend most […]

Energy is vital for the survival of any living creature. Without energy, the body would just be like a boat without a rudder, floating about without any goal or direction. If you want to really live your life and to make your life a success then it is vital that you know how to increase your energy. When you are full of energy, you will […]