Patients' Perceptions of Depression and Heart Disease
The prevalence of depression in people with coronary heart disease is high. How do patients perceive the link between their physical condition and mental health?
Category : Family Life & Health : Health & Medical
Ways to Increase Non-Exercise Activity Levels
Most people know that exercise is a way to increase heart health, tone your body and in many cases, burn calories. Even if you are not actively exercising by playing a sport, participating in activities of daily life burn calories, too. This phenomenon is called non-exericise activity thermogenesis,
Experiences and Perceptions of Benzodiazepine Prescribing
This review aimed to explore clinicians' experiences and perceptions of benzodiazepine prescribing in primary care. Are guidelines being followed?
Dealing With Workplace Violence in Emergency Primary Care
Emergency health care is associated with a high risk of violence from patients and visitors. How do personnel deal with the threat, and how can the risk be minimized?
A Playground Workout for Parents and Kids
Get in a playground workout while your kids play, or have them join you and do these exercises from Flyaroo Fitness founder Ethel Baumberg together.
Prescribing of Antidepressants for Non-psychiatric Conditions
Antidepressants are frequently prescribed for health conditions other than psychiatric ones, but assessing when they are appropriate can be a challenge for primary care physicians.
How Active Play in the Morning Works Magic for Kids
Active play in the mornings gives kids' brains a boost--and even improves their behavior in the classroom. Add exercise to your child's a.m.!
Shine Activity Monitor - Review
Review: The Shine activity monitor from Misfit Wearables is an elegant option for basic activity tracking and motivation. It's simple to set up and use.
Youth Sports Profile: Youth Diving
For daring kids who love the water and acrobatics too, consider youth diving, an elegant sport with a big wow factor.
A New Screening Instrument for Early Dementia
A newly developed Early Dementia Questionnaire is a promising alternative to the standard assessment tool for dementia, the Mini Mental State Examination.
Is Summer Making Our Kids Fat?
Even with all the opportunities for outdoor play, summer weight gain is a real possibility for kids. Find out the risk factors and best fixes.
What I Learned From My Child's Concussion
When my daughter sustained a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), I found out how sneaky concussion can be, and how slow the recovery process really is.
Soccer for Moms: Game & Parenting Essentials for Healthy Kids
Guide review of Soccer for Moms: Game & Parenting Essentials for Healthy Kids by Kerrie Paige, published by Plain White Press.
EA Sports Active for Nintendo Wii
Review of EA Sports Active, EA Sports' entry into the exergame market. Read my review of this new game for Nintendo Wii. Find out how EA Sports Active compares to Nintendo Wii Fit.
Long-term Opioid Prescribing for Non-Cancer Pain
Why are physicians continuing to prescribe opioids for chronic, non-cancer pain? Are safer alternatives being under-utilized?
How to Treat a Stubbed Toe
A stubbed toe is rarely a serious injury, but the shock of a sharp blow to a sensitive part of the body can really bring tears to your eyes. Treating a stubbed toe is simple in most cases, but you should be on the lookout for any signs of broken bones such as persistent pain or swelling.
Effect of Facemasks on Empathy and Relational Continuity
Wearing a facemask during consultations has become commonplace in many clinical situations in Asia, but it may negatively impact patient trust and physician-patient communication.
When Your Kid Wants to Try Synchronized Swimming
Synchronized swimming is not just for little mermaids - it's for serious athletes! If your kid loves expressive sports like dance, as well as the pool, dive in to synchro.
Dealing With Workplace Violence in Emergency Primary Care
Emergency health care is associated with a high risk of violence from patients and visitors. How do personnel deal with the threat, and how can the risk be minimized?
The Role of Multimorbidity in Blood Pressure Control
Do specific combinations of multimorbidity such as cardiovascular or respiratory conditions influence blood pressure control in hypertensive patients?