Do Hemorrhoids Go Away on Their Own? We Answer This and Other Top Questions
If you have hemorrhoids, you probably have a lot of questions about the conditions, such as how long they last and if they can go away on their own. You may also be wondering how serious hemorrhoids are and if there are other conditions that have similar symptoms. Let’s look at these and other common […]
Flu Season in CT for 2023: Here’s What the Experts are Predicting
Flu season is upon us once again. Combined with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and a surge of RSV cases in children, the U.S. could be facing what some experts are calling a “tripledemic.” That means a lot more people may be getting sick this year than they have in previous years.
6 Tips for Developing Good Bedside Manner
Medicine is changing quickly, but one thing has always been true: when doctors deliver compassionate, patient-focused care with excellent bedside manner, patients have better outcomes. While medicine is evidence-based, complete patient care also involves skills that encourage trust, compliance, and a positive view of health in patients. There is no universal method of teaching bedside […]
5 In-Demand Healthcare Jobs in Connecticut Moving into 2023
A mass exodus of healthcare workers moving into the next decade has experts projecting a shortage of over three million employees by 2026. And while the data has some healthcare systems concerned over a diminishing workforce, it also presents new opportunities for those currently in training or considering a profession in healthcare as their future career. If you’re […]
6 Symptoms of Colon Cancer in Females and Males
With the exception of some skin cancers, colorectal cancer—which includes colon cancer and rectal cancer—is the fourth most common cancer in men and women in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is also the fourth leading cause of cancer deaths. However, over the last several decades, the […]
5 Health Screenings for Women that Your Primary Care clinician Performs
If you’re a woman who has recently visited the doctor or has a doctor’s appointment coming up, you’re probably familiar with the concept of health screenings. Health screenings are tests that doctors perform to proactively check for diseases and illnesses before the patient shows any signs or symptoms. This can be beneficial for early treatment […]