High IV Dose of Ondansetron -Zofran Pulled From Market
12-4-12 The 32-mg dose of the anti-nausea drug ondansetron (Zofran) has been pulled from the market because of concerns about cardiac problems, the FDA announced Tuesday. Ondansetron is approved for...
View Article2012 Tech Gifts for Seniors
2012 Tech Gifts for Seniors by Laurie Orlov The more things change, the more they are the same, only cheaper. The 2011 list of tech gifts for seniors is still pretty accurate in terms of categories –...
View ArticleUsing Canes and Walkers
Using Canes and Walkers How do I know if I would benefit from using a cane or walker? Canes If you have pain or weakness on one side of your body that makes it hard to walk or balance, a cane may be...
View ArticleGO RED FOR WOMEN!
Go RED for Women In 2003, the American Heart Association and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute took action against a disease that was claiming the lives of nearly 500,000 American women each...
View ArticlePismo Beach supports Go Red for Women Feb. 1, 2013
The Pismo Beach City Council issued a proclamation to support GO RED for Women. Pismo Beach continues to strive to be a “heart healthy” city. Click here to view the Pismo Beach City Council Video of...
View ArticleAvoid the Flu with Handwashing
Wash Your Hands Keeping hands clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infection and illness. Handwashing is easy to do and it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of...
View ArticleNew House Call Doctor in San Luis Obispo Minke WinklerPrins MD
Minke WinklerPrins MD is now making house calls in the city of San Luis Obispo to patients established with the practice. Call now for more information. 805-457-1906 Dr. WinklerPrins will coordinate...
View ArticleResearch for better Osteoporosis treatment polyclonal antibody that blocks...
A new study suggests that a polyclonal antibody that blocks follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in mice without ovaries might offer a more effective way to prevent or arrest osteoporosis than currently...
View ArticlePrimary Care Doctor Shortage in San Luis Obispo
Trying to make an appointment with a primary care doctor in San Luis Obispo county continues to be problematic. There seems to be a reason for that. According to the Association of American Medical...
View ArticleMother’s Day Crafts for the Generations to Do Together
Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity for generations of the family to get together and spend quality time enjoying each other’s company, and participating in activities that everyone can do it...
View ArticleCare for Your Cuticles
Cuticles are “there for a reason, like a barrier or a protection for the nail matrix,” says Richard Scher, MD, a Cornell University dermatology professor. Your cuticles are part of your skin. They sit...
View ArticleHave a Safe 4th of July
Summertime brings lots of fun activities. There are a few things to keep in mind to be safe on the 4th of July and during the summer months. Be a safe swimmer. Water sports and fireworks are two of...
View ArticleMeaning of the letters after a Social Security or Medicare number
Ever wondered what the letter or letters after a Medicare Number mean? The Social Security number followed by one of these codes is often referred to as a claim number. We assign these codes once you...
View ArticlePink Eye known as Conjunctivitis
Pink Eye It can be hard to determine the exact cause of every case of conjunctivitis. This is because some signs and symptoms of the condition can differ depending on the cause, and other signs and...
View ArticleWhat does Medicare Supplemental Insurance Cover?
A Medigap policy only supplements your Original Medicare benefits. 8 things to know about Medigap policies You must have Medicare Part A and Part B. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, you can apply...
View ArticleDr. Eric Topol on Technology in Health Care
Dr. Eric Topol on Technology in Health Care Voted as the #1 Most Influential Physician Executive in the United States in 2012 in a national poll conducted by Modern Healthcare, Dr. Topol works on...
View ArticleGo Red for Women Friday Feb. 7th 2014
Go Red For Women wants you to join the fight against women’s No. 1 killer — heart disease. Here’s how you can celebrate National Wear Red Day® on Feb. 7, 2014 and throughout the month of February....
View ArticleCentral Coast VIP Medical Services Comes with Controversy
Hundreds of people attended an information session in Arroyo Grande about concierge medical service options. However, the increase in availability of these programs along the Central Coast is also...
View ArticleVirus De Jour in San Luis Obispo County Norovirus
The Norovirus has been making the rounds in San Luis Obispo County. Anyone can get Norovirus infection, and can get it many times since immunity is not long-lasting. What are the signs and symptoms of...
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