California is a big state and is placed at 23rd position among the 50 states of the US in the healthiest states ranking provided by the United Health Foundation.The prevalence of smoking is low in the state and so is the rate of occupational fatalities. Infant mortality and cancer deaths are also low, which give positive signs about the states health system. However, high prevalence of poverty has marred the efforts in ensuring that Californians...more
In all my years on this earth, I have only had one massage! Now that I know the many benefits and history of massage, I'll be looking forward to a series of massages. It is an ancient form of healing and ways of relaxation and rest. It is found in to ancient cultures. Records of different massages go back through the ages in all parts of the world to many ancient civilizations.The art of massage is the manipulation of...more
Over the passing years progress within the medical profession has brought us new polysyllabic names for everything from regular office hours to the flu. Physicians have it much easer today than the general practitioners living in the country did years ago, although their job today is still demanding.A real-life film that is centered around life in a metropolitan area, a physician talks about what doctors were required to do back in the day. Interestingly, a doctor was the first white man to come to this town. The physician back then was traveling around the area checking out the employment opportunities. He clearly discovered that there weren't many patients, so he went back home to pursue a practice in a more developed and prosperous area.At that time in history there were quite a few physicians in the area already, but they were having a tough time making a living in an area that had few people there and money was definitely scarce. With the onset of the Civil War, they gathered their medical equipment together and moved out. In that vicinity, the nineteenth century doctors were known as the greatest heros ever. Pursuing a career as a doctor was a difficult...more
No cure of the part should be attempted without treatment the wholeNO attempt should be made to treat the body without the soulPLATO*All that Heals is Medicine*1. Accept, love and respect your patients unconditionally: it promotes healing2. Your patients already have a healer within: Invoke him! 3. Educational policy [Including medical education]...more
Healthcare is definitely not what it used to be and long past is the day of local family doctors dropping by to see how their patients are doing. The good news is that there are many more tests and treatments to keep people healthier and with a better quality life but these treatments come with a cost and due to all the advancements in medicine...more
California is a big state and is placed at 23rd position among the 50 states of the US in the healthiest states ranking provided by the United Health Foundation.The prevalence of smoking is low in the state and so is the rate of occupational fatalities. Infant mortality and cancer deaths are also low, which give positive signs about the state's health system. However, high prevalence of poverty has marred the efforts in ensuring that Californians are offered health insurance policies to make them financially secure during the event of illness or injury. Healthcare reforms will be bringing a lot of changes in the health status of the state; however, there is still time for the total implementation of those reforms.There are lots of private insurers that provide various options for buying affordable health insurance in California. Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Assurant, Blue Shield, Celtic, Cigna, Healthnet, IAC, Kaiser Permanente, PacifiCare, and Solera Dental are some of major carriers.Some tips to buy health insurance in California1. Californians can open an account with Health Savings Account (HSA), which really is a good option. These HSAs helps the...more
Group health insurance policies are always beneficial and the premiums for health insurance quotations are lowest when opted for a group insurance policy, since it's important to cover the health of your employees. Apparently,...more
Are your health insurance premiums taking away your peace and good night sleep? If so then I have some ideas that get the most bang for your buck to save the most while buying a health insurance policy. Let's find out how we can...more
You would be wondering if there are options to buy health insurance covers for retired or senior citizens. Yes, the elder people now can get insurance coverage as there are many companies out there in the Insurance business market that...more
For people in their twenties and thirties, a health insurance policy is a great way to provide a health cover to their families in case of their unexpected death. A health assurance cover would benefit to make sure that at the time of...more
If you're a woman of child bearing age, it's essential that you see a doctor of obstetrics and gynecology regularly. These doctors specialize in women's health issues. Your obstetrician or gynecologist will help you manage your...more
Indeed, you may ask, why do I need a foot massage. All of us, all day long standing, running, lifting, walking - our poor feet. They support us all day, clad in heavy shoes and socks, restricting circulation, keeping air from our feet. Why not feel...more