Timeline of the 2009 H1N1 Flu Outbreak: The Beginning
Updated May 2, 2009 — How fast have things been moving in the current H1N1 swine flu outbreak? Follow the history of the emerging pandemic.
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What Does the WHO and CDC H1N1 Flu Response Mean?
The WHO and the CDC reacted strongly to the 2009 outbreak of H1N1 influenza, a.k.a. swine flu. But you don’t need to panic just yet.
Continue ReadingFiberoptic Bronchoscopy Overview
If your doctor needs to see what’s going on inside your airways or lungs, you may undergo a fiberoptic bronchoscopy. Read on to find out what’s …
Continue ReadingHow is the Swine Flu Transmitted? Protect Yourself from H1N1 Influenza
Updated May 2, 2009 — How is the “swine flu” transmitted? And how can you prevent the infection? Surprisingly, swine flu prevention, …
Continue ReadingIs the Swine Flu Dangerous? Maybe, But Don't Panic
Swine flu is the common name for a variety of influenza called H1N1. An April 2009 outbreak in Mexico caused worldwide concern and even panic, as …
Continue ReadingLaparoscopic Nephrectomy
One in nine Americans has chronic kidney disease and each year 51,000 adults will learn that they have kidney cancer. A laparoscopic nephrectomy is …
Continue ReadingLumbar Laminectomy Overview
Lower back pain is a common complaint of workers throughout the United States. When non-surgical treatment options fail, many sufferers turn to a …
Continue ReadingEffects of Thyroidectomy on Voice
The removal of some, or all, of your thyroid may have temporary or (sometimes) permanent effects on your voice.
Continue ReadingNIH Stroke Scale Overview
A stroke is the sudden interruption or bursting of a blood vessel within the tiny spaces surrounding brain cells. The NIH stroke scale aids a medical …
Continue ReadingArachnoid Cyst Information
Arachnoid cysts are part of a rare neurologic disorder for which there is no known cure. They can be managed with a proper diagnosis, an understanding …
Continue ReadingRetinal Hemorrhage: Definition, Causes and Treatment
This article defines what a retinal hemorrhage is and discusses the causes and treatment. It discusses the causes of this condition in adults as well …
Continue ReadingProper Draping for Abdominal Surgery
How are surgical drapes used to combat surgery-site infections? Proper surgical draping technique is critical to patient health.
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