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| Where can I find information about medical career? |
| There are many sites on the internet that offer information about medical careers. These websites cover a wide variety of medical specialties and give the prosp |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| What courses should I take as an undergraduate to prepare me for medical school? |
| There are many medical schools in United States which have pretty much the same course requirements for applicants; however, some medical schools specify c |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| What are the best medical schools? |
| According to U.S. News and World Report, the five best medical schools in the United States are:
- Harvard University
- Washington University in St. |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| Which medical specialties are most in demand today? |
| Most hospitals and clinics today are looking for medical professionals to fill vacant positions. The following are the top ten medical specialties that are |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| How is a D.O. different from an M.D? |
| Both are fully qualified physicians. A D.O. or a Doctor of Osteopathic medicine prescribes medications, performs surgery, and uses all available scientific meth |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| How long do nurses have to go to school? |
| For a person to become a registered nurse (R.N.) he or she must complete high school, then graduate from a qualified nursing school, which usually takes four ye |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| Is it true that nurses are in great demand in the medical profession today? |
| Yes, nurses are in great demand today because of their extreme flexibility. Nurses are able to work in most kinds of medical services and amenities throughout t |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| How is an LPN different from an RN? |
| A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) has less education than a Registered Nurse (RN), usually two years of nursing school compared to four years for |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| How is a paramedic different from a physicians assistant? |
A paramedic is a person who is trained to provide emergency medical treatment. They are medical professionals that give urgent care to sick and wounded peopl |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| What is therapeutic medicine? |
Therapeutic medicine refers to healing someone who is sick or hurt. Often it is contrasted with preventive medicine, which concentrates on preventing disease |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| What is homeopathic medicine? |
| Homeopathic medicine is an alternate approach to traditional medicine that relies on a belief that herbs and other natural substances can be used to heal t |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| What is alternative medicine? |
| Alternative medicine refers to any practice or treatment that is not generally accepted by the traditional Western medical community. It includes unconvent |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| How is preventive medicine different from wellness? |
| Preventive medicine deals with preventing illnesses and promotes the well-being and health of an individual, while wellness seeks to treat or cure an |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| How can I find the right doctor for me? |
Finding the right doctor is important. You should always set standards in looking for a doctor. Here are a few pointers:
- Ask for referrals from f |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| How do I report medical malpractice? |
| If you feel you are a victim of medical malpractice, report it to the concerned offices in your state immediately. This will prevent the doctor from having new |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| If I signed an arbitration agreement, can I still sue a doctor who messes up? |
An arbitration agreement is a written contract between two or more people to settle disputes out of court. The dispute may be about the performance of certai |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| What are the most common prescription medicines today and what are they prescribed for? |
In the United States, the most commonly prescribed medicines are anti-depressants. Anti-depressants are typically the first treatment prescribed for people e |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| Where can I purchase medications online? |
| There are many online sources for prescription drugs and other medications. Search engines can be a great help. You will just need to choose among the informati |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| Why are Canadian prescription prices so low? |
| Canadian prescriptions prices are very low because the government regulates them. The government sets the price for these medications. In addition, advertising |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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| (Published: Tue, Nov 14, 2006 13:29:15) |
| Is a brand name medication better than a generic medication? |
| The components of a generic medication and a brand name medication are exactly the same. If you look at the ingredients of these drugs, you will see no differen |
| Author: Fawn Madson |
| Category: Medical - Medicine Questions |
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