Colorado’s Ban on ‘Abortion Reversal’ Tied Up in Court Battle
A fight is raging in Colorado over whether or not the state can ban medication abortion reversal — a procedure that mainstream medicine says isn’t backed by science. Last month, a Trump-appointed federal judge blocked the state from enforcing a ban on the so-called treatment while he considers a legal challenge brought by the Bella […]
Hailey Bieber Feels ‘Grateful’ 1 Year After Heart Surgery
Hailey Bieber is feeling grateful one year after undergoing a procedure to mend a hole in her heart. The model, 26, reflected on her health Monday in an Instagram story, where she shared a throwback photo from the hospital as well as a quick update on her recovery. “This time last year I had a […]
What Makes Brazilian Butt Lifts So Deadly?
In surgical circles, the Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is known as the deadliest aesthetic procedure ever performed, and despite several calls to improve outcomes, recent data suggest mortality is only getting worse — especially in South Florida. Sunny, image-conscious Miami is home to a substantial proportion of the country’s high-volume, low-cost clinics where U.S. patients […]
What To Do If Your Insurance Denies You Treatment Based On Your Weight
You go to the doctor for medication or a procedure you need in order to live a happier, healthier life. Your doctor approves … but your insurance does not. This happens frequently. A recent New York Times article, for example, highlighted how patients who qualified for a new weight loss drug were denied coverage by […]
Tuberculosis Skin Test (PPD Skin Test): Results, Treating & Risks
Tuberculosis skin test facts Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) Procedure for Detecting Tuberculosis by McGraw Hill The tuberculosis skin test is another name for the tuberculin test or PPD test. The PPD test determines if someone has developed an immune response to the bacterium that causes tuberculosis (TB). Blood tests for TB are also available, and […]