If you’ve been wondering if those medical clinics in retail stores are safe and trustworthy, a study by Rand Corp. says that they are just fine. The study was done because many doctors disagree with the retail-type clinics, believing that they offer substandard care or may be influenced by the fact that the stores that have these clinics also have pharmacies, increasing the likelihood of prescription medications, which may not really be necessary. The study findings were published in the most recent issue of the Annals of Internal Medicine.
The researchers looked at over 2000 cases of people who went to …read more

In the world of pain, E can stand for:
Endometriosis: Endometriosis is a painful disorder. The tissue similar to what is inside the uterus makes its way to other parts of the body, causing cramping and pain, especially around the time of menstruation.

Endometriosis
Endometriosis: Diagnosis and Treatments
The Endometriosis Association

Epidural: When many people hear the word “epidural,” they often think of a woman in labor as epidurals are commonly used to help manage the labor and delivery pain. But epidurals are used for many other procedures as well, for both men and women. By having an epidural for surgery below the waist, you …read more