Doctor’s Orders: TAVR catheter system revolutionizing heart procedure
One wonderful new catheter-based system is now available to tackle the problem of aortic stenosis.
Doctor’s Orders: Alkaline water hype is just that
The body is going to maintain a physiologic pH level no matter which alkaline foods or which alkaline water are consumed.
Doctor’s Orders: Leeches and maggots and your health
The use of leeches in plastic surgery is FDA-approved and is used to control hematomas or postoperative bruising.
Doctor’s Orders: Human health care research could also aid animal care
The zoo’s Animal Health Council is comprised of local consultants who are specialists in medical and veterinary disciplines.
Doctor’s Orders: Coffee’s long and winding road leads to modern health benefits
In October, the British Medical Journal published a comprehensive review of many studies of health and coffee.
Doctor’s Orders: Physicians must practice good hygiene principles
Despite medical advances, we still have instances of surgical infections and hospital-acquired infections.
Doctor’s Orders: Eating right still the best way to get your vitamins
Our bodies can be harmed if we have too few vitamins and importantly if we take too many.
Doctor’s Orders: Red wine — in moderation — can really do good
If you do drink, moderate consumption of red wine may help you reduce your chance of a heart attack.
