DocHandal Speaks

• Intravenous Lines - IVs May 6, 2012
  Rightfully called a Life-Line an intravenous line (IV) opens the ability to infuse directly into the blood life saving blood, fluid, medication and even electric wires to control your heart! You may have had an IV or seen a person with one in place, but do you know much about it? It's one of the first things done in a medical situation. DocHandal lets y […]
• Stitches and Sutures April 29, 2012
  Trauma to our skin is all too common need attention. Cuts are wounds or lacerations as we Docs call them. They may simply need cleaning and protecting but repair with a needle and thread may also be required. Especially those that are deep or at angles need sutures-stitches! Sutures are the handiwork that result from 'stitching' our skin together. […]
• Parkinson's Disease April 15, 2012
  Need to Know the Basics. Over a million Americans suffer from Parkinson's Disease. The mean age is 55, it will start with a non intentional tremor in one of the extremities. They will develop a high degree of disability in 5-10 years even with expert care. The initial tremor indicates that 30% of dopamine stimulating neurons. Learn from DocHandal update […]
• Prescribed Drug Sharing April 8, 2012
  Take this! All to many of us are guilty of taking medications prescribed for someone else. Friends help out when you are ill by offering and giving you what they were prescribed for the same or similar problem. But your body is different! "Take this" an economic move or a deadly action? DocHandal explains. […]
• Prostate Cancer Screening April 1, 2012
  Prostate Screening through PSA blood tests every 4 years seem to cut down on death from this cancer. Recent research shows overall there is no difference in # of men's deaths if it is not tested every annually. Complications from prostate cancer are greater than deaths from it. Latest study and new guidelines straight from DocHandal. Easily stated worth […]
• HPV Vaccine for Men March 25, 2012
  Just approved for men this vaccine covers prevention of the HPV sexually transmitted virus that can cause cancer and genital warts. It covers 4 types of the HPV virus that in men can cause mouth and throat cancer. Learn specific details along with the exact latest vaccine recommendations by men's ages. […]
• Colon Cancer - Must Knows March 18, 2012
  Detected early the 3rd most common cancer in the US could decrease the numbers from the 55,000 deaths a year. Learn the causes symptoms and what you can do to decrease your odds. […]
• Retina - Can Detach of Tear March 11, 2012
  The nerve layer in the eye is called the retina. This is where light is sensed and images sent are sent to the brain. Like a camera, our eye has a lens and the retina is the 'film' that lines the back of the eye. Learn the warning symptoms, causes, and medical care for retinal tears and detachments. Early recognition of these conditions can save yo […]
• Preventative Services from Medicare March 4, 2012
  A quick reference to the services, frequency of tests and exams allowed by Medicare. Do not wait for your healthcare provider to inform you. DocHandal empowers you to get the best possible health care. Not 65, know, many if not all health insurers use the same schedule of services so listen up! […]
• Computer Vision Syndrome - CVS February 26, 2012
  Computer monitors are not totally safe, glare, viewing distance, refresh rate are just a few of the critical factors. DocHandal tells you what you need to do wither you spent 8 hours a day or less at the computer. Workplaces are not taking precautions so you need to! Not just vision but headaches and body changes are part of this epidemic syndrome. […]
• AntiDepressants and the Heart February 19, 2012
  Cardiologist are realizing the millions of Americans on antidepressants are having side effects of heart rhythm changes and artery wall thickening-not good! The most common medication prescribed in the US, for ages 18-44, 14% of people taking antidepressants have been on them over 10 years. DocHandal shares the findings of recent studies on this disheartenin […]
• Blood Pressure Tips February 12, 2012
  Clear cut information you can use based on complex medical facts. DocHandal let's you know what risk factors, actions to take, what latest research shows regarding the numbers and when to worry. Blood pressure defines our being! […]
• HIV Facts 2012 February 5, 2012
  HIV/AIDS continues to be a significant health care problem. Hospital EDs use a rapid test to screen on voluntary basis patients, learn about CD4 counts, HAART, blunt realities about testing methods, CDC guidelines, prevalence and more. […]
• Food Labels January 29, 2012
  There is information available to reduce the potential for several types of cancer. Nitrites as preservatives, hydrogenated fats and growth hormone given to cows to increase milk production to name a few taboos. Listen Up! and learn the details about cancers from foods we eat. These ingested carcinogens contribute to the probable multiple causes of cancer of […]
• Foot Care January 22, 2012
  Foot problems can be prevented and are often first sign of more serious medical condition. Arthritis, diabetes circulation problems happen but foot care makes a difference. Learn the Do's and don'ts of wearing shoes. Also common foot occurrences fungal infections, dry skin, corns warts and more from DocHandal. […]
• Doctors Quality January 15, 2012
  Are all licensed doctors equally worthy of trust? What type of research do you do before entrusting your health to another human being? Please tell me, more than the time to research for a new car. Many tools exist let DocHandal share subtle tell-tale signs questioning competency and more. […]
• Tendinitis From Antibiotics January 8, 2012
  Quinolones, a new class of bacteria fighting antibiotics can reap havoc on your tendons. All medications have the potential to cause negative effects on our bodies. With use of these antibiotics, incidence of tendinitis is increased 3-4 times. Listen up and find out which ones and more about this side effect from DocHandal. […]
• New Year Resolutions January 1, 2012
  Boost activity, cut calories, cut down fat keep track! DocHandal makes it possible more than ever for you to make a decision to stick to. Eating out facts easy to recall next time you are out at someone's table. Also learn if you are at risk for pre-diabetes - simply put! […]
• Prescription Drug Abuse December 25, 2011
  Deaths from prescribed narcotic exceeds deaths from traffic accidents. Too many Americans have 'pain killers' prescribed and believe they are safe since a medical professional ordered it! More popular and dangerous than street drugs for young adults. They rationalize - safe for parents safe for us! […]
• Do Not Resuscitate December 18, 2011
  'DNR' Do Not Resuscitate and 'DNAR' - Do Not Attempt Resuscitation are legal documents we prepare in advance. Part of the advanced papers we sign before becoming gravely ill or injured. since no one knows exactly when that may be, everyone should have directives. Let DocHandal explain why! […]