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Searching for Health Guidance

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A 2015 Pew Research Center Study reveals that "73% of all those ages 16 and over say libraries contribute to people finding the health information they need. 42% of those who have gone online at a library using its computers, internet connections or Wi-Fi have done so for health-related searches." In 2013, the Pew Research Internet Project reported that "59% of U.S. adults say they have looked online for information about a range of health topics in the past year. 35% of U.S. adults say they have gone online specifically to try to figure out what medical condition they or someone else might have." Whether the health information is needed for personal reasons or for a loved one, millions of health-related web pages are viewed by millions of consumers. Sometimes the information found is just what was needed. Other searches end in frustration or retrieval of inaccurate, even dangerous, information. As many people have discovered, clicking on a favorite search engin

Patient Education

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Patient education is a process where health care providers teach patients about their health to help them understand their condition in a better way. Patients can get their education in either non-health or health environments and in a non-formal or formal manner. The overall goal of giving patients health education is to help improve individual health and also enhance the performance of the healthcare industry. What are the Benefits of Patient Education? 1.        Improve patient’s understanding Getting a routing medical advice from your doctor or nurse ensures that you remain well-informed about your overall own health. Such medical advice includes: ·          Teaching them about the s ide effects of the conditions they are suffering from and how they can reduce the symptoms ·          Discuss the diagnosis of these conditions ·          Discuss about possible treatment options This level of understanding can help reduce patient’s anxiety and as well build trust betwe

Dental Healthcare & Healthy Lifestyle

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Have you ever known that the state of your teeth affects your overall health? It is important to maintain your oral hygiene as it is the key to making the most of your smile. Dental disorders are linked to a lot of health problems in other body parts such as: ·          Stroke ·          Diabetes ·          Heart attack ·          Rheumatoid arthritis Dental healthcare is therefore vital to your overall health and can help you have a healthy lifestyle. Caring for your teeth is also important as teeth are very vital to your overall health as they help you chew and bite food. In this article you will learn about the common dentaldiseases/disorders , their signs and symptoms and how to prevent and treat them. Common Dental Disorders Bad Breath Bad breath is a very common oral disorder that can be experience by anyone at any age. Scientific reports states that one out of four people have bad breath. Bad breath is usually caused poor oral hygiene. If you fail to br

Infographic: The cost of Health in the United States

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These infographic shows the most expensive medical procedures in the United States - The Leading Physicians of the World