Ringworm: What To Know About This Infectious Skin Condition

Parents and educators want children to catch the learning bug in school as they absorb information and thrive. Unfortunately, children are susceptible to colds and flus during the school year when they congregate together in classrooms. But did you know that children are at risk of spreading or contracting skin conditions as well? Ringworm is an incredibly contagious medical ailment that affects the skin. Read on to learn more about ringworm and learn how to spot whether your child has this condition. Read More 

What To Expect At A Catastrophic Injury Screening

When someone has been injured in an accident, whether at the workplace, in an auto accident or other unfortunate event, it's a very devastating time. While the accident may not have been their fault, there are other parties involved that need their questions answered. One way they may approach it is by having the victim partake in a catastrophic injury merit screening. This involves a series of questions and possibly a medical questionnaire or exam. Read More 

2 Common Types Of Allergies And How To Test Them

Millions of Americans deal with all sorts of allergies on a daily basis. But what are these allergies, and how can you find out if you have them? This article discusses the most common types of allergies and how to get a confirmed diagnosis. Seasonal Allergies Seasonal allergies, also known as hay fever or allergic rhinitis, are caused by an overreaction of the immune system to airborne particles like pollen, dust, or mold spores. Read More 

3 Reasons To Employ EMR Scribes In Your Medical Facility

Medical practitioners experience challenges keeping and accessing patients' records because they deal with many people over time. That results in delays in the provision of services. Moreover, physical documents take up a lot of space, and it's costly to keep buying the stationery to record. Luckily, employing remote electronic medical records (EMR) scribes saves you from dealing with large physical documents. It also saves you from the cost of using physical scribes to sit in the office to record all conversations. Read More 

At-Home Colon Cancer Screening: What You Need To Know

One of the most common and effective tests for colon cancer is a colonoscopy. However, there are other tests available that you can choose. At-home colon cancer screening tests are an option to consider, but you may be curious about their effectiveness and reliability. The following are some things you need to know about at-home colon cancer screening tests: How Does an At-Home Test Work? There are different types of at-home colon cancer screening tests. Read More