Potassium is found naturally in many foods and as a supplement. Its main role in the body is to help maintain normal levels of fluid inside our cells. Sodium, its counterpart, maintains normal fluid levels outside of cells. Potassium also helps muscles to contract and supports normal blood pressure. Adults should consume at least 4,700 milligrams of potassium per day. […]
Need to travel during the COVID-19 outbreak? But worries about safe travel are holding you back? Well, don’t panic. Keep on reading to get some tips for safe Traveling during this COVID-19 period. Tips for Corona- free Traveling Are corona pandemic regulations putting a brake on your traveling? Don’t worry. You can still explore new adventures and travel safely in […]
The first of nearly 400 Cuban doctors assigned to Ecuador were pulled back recently at the request of Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno. Cuba’s Health Minister Jose Angel Portal met with the doctors on their return and commended them for their work and contribution to the people of Ecuador. He also denied any political activities by the doctors as charged by […]
Olympian Dr. Cynthia Thompson has died. The 96-year-old passed away on Friday afternoon at the University Hospital of the West Indies after a brief illness. Minister of Sport in Jamaica, Olivia Grange, has expressed sadness at the passing of Thompson. “I am very sad at the passing of Dr. Cynthia Thompson. On this day (Friday) when we celebrated our women […]
The back comprises interconnecting nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, all of which can be a source of pain. Back pain is the second most common type of pain in adults (the most common being headaches). In the U.S., it is reported that over 59 million people have reported recent episode of back pain and about 80% of all people […]
Consumers of goods and services are being educated by different advocacy groups so that they make informed choices when buying goods and services. Navigating the healthcare industry is by no means an exception. There are those patients who are doing due diligence to ascertain a doctor’s experience and performance before engaging his service. It is not uncommon to see advertised […]
