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Doctors Penalized For Not Using Electronic Health Records

Steve Tanko — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:00:28 +0000

Your doctor might be penalized by the U.S. Government for doing his job. New health regulations are mandating that doctors and physicians migrate towards using electronic health records. But – for the most part – they have been slow to the transition, even though there is a $44,000 bonus for them for doing so. Overall, [...]

Doctors Should Offer All Smokers Help with Quitting, Study Says

Shauna Wright — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:30:17 +0000

Although doctors typically gauge a smoker’s willingness to quit before offering help in doing so, new research indicates that help should be offered to all smokers. After reviewing 13 past clinical trials, UK researchers found that some smokers at least tried to quit after getting simple advice from a doctor, but actual assistance in quitting [...]

Don't Go To The Hospital In July, You Might Die

Rayman — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:23:56 +0000

Ya know, at first read, I said to myself ”Rayman, this is not the way to start the day.” I freak out at hospitals, so the mere mention starts me reaching for an Ativan. It is however important to read this article, and I want to share it with you. Excuse me while I relax [...]

Too Much Hand Sanitizer Can Lead To Positive Alcohol Tests

Steve Tanko — Wed, 25 May 2011 19:29:00 +0000

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Using hand sanitizers to ward off germs has become a normal routine for some. And in recent years, these clear bottles are seemingly everywhere.

However, ne