Book Review: Malaria - What you should know about it

What you should know about latex allergy.

Latex allergy is an emerging health issue believed to affect 5 to 10 percent of healthcare workers. The increase in the prevalence of latex allergy is believed to be associated with the increased use of latex gloves by healthcare workers in the mid 80’s in response to the AIDS epidemic. While statistics are unclear for the prevalence within the general population, it is estimated that somewhere...

What you should know about osteoarthritis.

What are the symptoms? The most common symptom is joint pain. It is usually in the hands, feet, hips, knees, or spine. In the hand, it often affects the joint at the base of the thumb. In the foot, it is usually at the base of the big toe. The pain can be worse after periods of rest, like when you first get up in the morning or when you get up out of a chair. Osteoarthritis can also limit movem...

What you should know about acute pericarditis.

How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask about the pain, listen to your heart, and check for signs of fluid around your heart. He or she may order a test called an electrocardiogram, which shows the electrical activity of your heart. You may need more tests, such as a chest x-ray, an ultrasound of your heart, and blood tests. How is it treated? It is treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory...

What you should know about hepatitis B.

The first of a new class of pharmaceutical therapies for hepatitis C with cure rates in clinical trials of over 90% were released into the Canadian marketplace in late 2014, but treatment has come with a high price tag for both private and public payers [1]. In this article we examine the prevalence of hepatitis C, the cost of new treatment options and the implications of coverage under public ...

What you should know about stress.