Author Archives: health

Virtual Dentistry And The Culture Of Technological Control – Forbes

A dentist using a tablet integrated with on-site dental equipment showing a dental x-ray on a tablet. Photo credit: Getty Getty As a parent of two small children, getting them into brushing is not as easy as I would have thought. Kids love water, mirrors, and playing, but somehow getting my three-year-old into brushing his teeth is no easy feat. Then I… Read More »

Mental health patients insured by marketplace health plan less likely to receive a medical appointment

Among adults with mental health needs, those covered by Medicare or employer-sponsored health insurance have greater access to medical treatment, less out-of-pocket cost and are more likely to receive care than those seeking an appointment through an Affordable Care Act marketplace-sponsored plan, according to findings from researchers at Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health.… Read More »

Furniture company recalls 310,000 chests following report of 2-year-old’s death

About 310,000 chests of drawers are being recalled after a 2-year-old reportedly died when an empty one tipped over. South Shore Industries, Ltd., is recalling their Libra style 3-drawer chests because they are unstable if they aren’t anchored to a wall, according to a Thursday recall notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). TYSON… Read More »

Pregnant woman’s muscular baby bump at 39 weeks sends other mums in a frenzy

Let’s shift the focus off Meghan Markle a second – and check this AMAZING mamma out. Kara Saunders isn’t royal. She’s not married to a prince and, unless something goes seriously awry, her baby isn’t in the line of succession for the throne. Nonetheless, as well as growing and a tiny person inside of her,… Read More »