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Retinal Tears & Detachments
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on 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 your vision so listen up to this podcast!
Medicare Owes You Prevention
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on March 4, 2012
Need To Know-there are services and test for screening that your insurances’ cover, but you may not know it. Take advantage and prevent illness! A quick reference to the services, frequency of tests and exams allowed by Medicare can be learned from DocHandal’s iTunes channel. Do not wait for your healthcare provider to inform you. This podcast will empower you to get the best possible health care. Many if not all health insurers use the same schedule of services as Medicare does, so listen up!
Computer Vision Syndrome-CVS
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on February 26, 2012
Do you sit hours in front of one or two displays? Wither for work or entertainment eye problems and musculoskeletal aches and pain can result. CVS is widely recognized and now epidemic in video display terminal (VDT) workers. Studies have been done and the results in, let DocHandal quickly give you the low down and what steps you need to take-Listen to this week’s podcast at iTunes.
Valentine- Medical Common Sense
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on February 14, 2012
Love yourself-Doc’s put together a few tips for you, global in scope however all important for you to 
know. Those who listen to her podcasts will probable recall some of the details from which these ‘nuggets’ of knowledge are based. She has put them under east to gleam headings. Stay healthy!
Best Foot Forward
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on January 22, 2012
Foot problems can be prevented and are often the first sign of a more serious medical condition. you feet desire attention and
care. Arthritis, diabetes circulation problems happen but foot care makes a difference. Learn the Do’s and Don’ts of wearing shoes, the common foot occurrences: fungal infections, dry skin, corns warts and a bit more from listening to DocHandal’s new podcast.
Writers Unite To Fight Cancer
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on January 20, 2012
DocHandal will be one of the over 30 authors at the Writers Unite to Fight Cancer Arizona Centennial Cancer Research Fundraiser to be held Arizona Biltmore Hotel Feb.2, 2012.
Each guest will receive a complimentary gift bag that will include the book Five to Thrive. There will several items available for silent auction, and music will be provided by Jocelyn Obermeyer, certified therapeutic harp practitioner from Hospice of the Valley.
Each author will donate $1.00 per book sold at this event toward the two Arizona-Based Cancer Research Programs designated as equal beneficiaries for this fundraiser.
1.) Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine, collaboratively with Arizona State University under the direction of Robert Waters PhD.
2.) The University of Arizona Cancer Center natural product research program directed by Dr. Leslie Gunatilaka.
Please join us!
New Years Resolutions
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on December 31, 2011
YOU CAN! 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!
Not to Miss-After Dark Talk Radio
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on October 5, 2011
DocHandal was a guest Oct. 4 on “Dresser After Dark’ an informative radio program that brings authors to the nation. Great showcase form indie book authors on wide range of topics. Never be bored listening to Michael Ray.
Not To Miss Have a quick listen-18 minute interview on her iTunes channel DocHandal.
Electricity Can Start a Heart
Posted by Admin in Uncategorized on September 17, 2011
It is a no brainer-if someone’s heart stops -start it ASAP! You have only minutes. Quickly starting CPR and defibrillation can make a difference. Automated External Defibrillators-AEDs are in many public places worldwide such as airports, large buildings even subways. From Toronto to San Paolo to Munich these readily available devices have saved subway commuters lives! DocHandal tells you about these easy to use devices in her FREE podcast-so Listen Up!
AEDs have voice and visual prompts, take the time to save a life, grab the close AED when someone becomes unresponsive!
The Foley Catheter
Posted by Admin in Adult Medical Sense, Podcasts, Uncategorized on May 29, 2011
Many medical reasons exist for putting a drainage tube in your bladder- Foley Catheter. DocHandal explains the whys and how of this common procedure done to all age groups. The subtleties and tricks of the insertion are shared in this podcast, Listen UP! for a less traumatic experience.
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DocHandal Speaks- Intravenous Lines - IVs May 6, 2012Rightfully 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, 2012Trauma 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, 2012Need 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, 2012Take 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, 2012Prostate 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, 2012Just 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, 2012Detected 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, 2012The 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, 2012A 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, 2012Computer 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, 2012Cardiologist 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, 2012Clear 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, 2012HIV/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, 2012There 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, 2012Foot 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, 2012Are 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, 2012Quinolones, 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, 2012Boost 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, 2011Deaths 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! […]
- Intravenous Lines - IVs May 6, 2012