There are four main categories used with diagnosing cancer. They are divided into grades from 0-4. Also they are usually seen written in the roman numeral format. Stage 0 (Zero) cancer is used to diagnose cells that are mainly referred to as precancerous cells. Stage 0 cancer cells are completely contained in its originating area and have not spread. Stage 1 …
Coronavirus 2020 Outbreak
The much publicized human coronavirus discovered in 2003, SARS-CoV , which causes severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), has a unique pathogenesis because it causes both upper and lower respiratory tract infections . (en.wikipedia.org) The World Health Organisation has declared a global public health emergency over the virus which has killed more than 1,000 people. (scmp.com) Doctors say one of the …
Reward-related brain circuit is vital for sleep, researchers discover – Medical News Today
Problems sleeping? You’re not alone; every year, around 40 million Americans experience insomnia, with some cases warranting drug treatment. But new research may pave the way to a more effective treatment option; in a mouse study, researchers found that a brain circuit involved in reward response is also crucial for sleep. Researchers find a brain circuit involved in reward response …
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is cancer that develops from breast tissue.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma a cancer of mesothelial tissue, associated especially with exposure to asbestos.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is a legal cause of action that occurs when a medical professional deviates from standards in his or her profession, thereby causing injury to a patient.
Medical Expenses
Any cost incurred in the prevention or treatment of injury or disease. Medical expenses include health and dental insurance premiums, doctor and hospital visits, co-pays, prescription and over-the-counter drugs, glasses and contacts, crutches and wheelchairs, to name a few.
Medical Law
Medical law is the body of laws concerning the rights and responsibilities of medicalprofessionals and their patients. The main areas of focus for medical law include confidentiality, negligence and other torts related to medical treatment (especiallymedical malpractice), and criminal law and ethics. Confidentiality.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is insurance against the risk of incurring medical expenses among individuals. By estimating the overall risk of health care and health system expenses, among a targeted group, an insurer can develop a routine finance structure, such as a monthly premium or payroll tax, to ensure that money is available to pay for the health care benefits specified in …