We are currently experiencing an international explosion of liver disease that continues to have an enormous impact on healthcare systems and global health. In the UK we have seen a 20% increase in deaths related to liver disease since 2000 and this pattern reflects the global situation. Contrary to expectations, this dramatic increase in liver disease is not restricted to … [Read more...]
Learn How to Talk About Cancer – A Free Course
One in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime, and it’s essential to get people talking about the disease. But talking about cancer can be tough. You might be worried that you’ll say the wrong thing or that you simply don’t know enough about the subject. Perhaps you feel unsure about how the conversation will go or you’ve tried in the past and had a difficult … [Read more...]
Measuring America’s Heart Health [Infographic]
Cardiovascular disease is the nation’s greatest killer, causing nearly a third of all deaths in the United States. That’s more than cancer and chronic lower respiratory diseases combined. Currently, tens of millions of adults in the U.S. suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease. While coronary heart disease is by far the worst culprit, stroke, high blood … [Read more...]
Get An Introduction To Human Physiology with this Free Course
Explore the amazing physiological systems that keep us alive. Physiology is the study of normal function within living things. It examines and explains how organisms, organs, and cells carry out the chemical and physical processes that keep us going. The course "Physiology: the Science of Life", developed by the University of Liverpool in partnership with the Physiological … [Read more...]
Is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery The Right Choice For You?
If you are in constant pain and discomfort, have problems performing daily tasks, or find your mobility is limited, then you might be a good candidate for minimally invasive spinal surgery. If you have tried various medications, physical therapy, physiotherapy, chiropractic treatments, and others without much success, then the next step would be to consult with a Spine … [Read more...]