Several men know that a woman’s fertility declines after the age of 35. But many men are not aware that they suffer a similar fate. A man’s age can affect his ability to become a parent, too. Although less is known about male fertility and age, there is evidence that the older a man becomes, the […]
Organ recipients often receive more than one organ at the same time. For example, the number of kidney/pancreas transplants (21,727) between January 1, 1988, and June 30, 2016, is greater than the number of pancreas transplants alone (8,235). According to the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), about 669,556 organs were transplanted in the United States […]
Organ donation is the process by which a person can donate a healthy organ to replace the unhealthy organ of another person. Some organs are donated after the donor has died. Other organ donations are made by healthy friends or relatives who decide to help a loved one who is experiencing organ failure. 4 types […]
It is easier to access superior medical care across borders. Thanks to telemedicine and globalization. This has also facilitated the permanence of a trend called birth tourism. But competent doctors and technologically advanced hospitals are not the only two benefits foreign countries have to offer. They also present a chance at dual citizenship – a […]
Sickle cell disease is an inherited form of anaemia where red blood cells become abnormally long and pointed, similar to the shape of a banana. It affects approximately 100,000 people in the United States and millions worldwide. Although sickle cell disease is not extremely rare, we will share some facts and misconceptions that everyone should know. 12 […]
Although there are many different types of childhood cancer, the risk for any one child to have cancer is fairly low. Altogether, there are only about 150 cases of childhood cancer for every 1 million children in the United States. Still, cancer is one of the foremost causes of death in children, so it is essential to […]
The number of people seeking cosmetic dental procedures is on the rise. Even on some reality shows, dentists have showcased how modern science can transform almost anyone’s teeth to give them the smile they desire. When you want to improve your smile, you have several choices for cosmetic dental work. 7 cosmetic dental procedures you […]
Medical tourism refers to traveling to another country to get a medical procedure. Medical tourists travel abroad seeking alternative treatments not approved in countries like the United States. Or those not available in Nigeria and other African nations. This concept is successful for millions of people each year and is on the rise for numerous […]
The question, “is liposuction safe?” Consistently runs through the minds of intending patients and interested persons alike. This article sheds light on some facts you should know about liposuction. It would help inform you on its safety and other need-to-know items. Many cosmetic or plastic surgery procedures exist to help you achieve your goals of […]
Bad plastic surgery fascinates us. From gossip columns to TV specials, we can’t stop hearing about it. There are entire websites devoted to bad plastic surgeries. They have countless photos of celebrities like Tara Reid, and Donatella Versace. And even those who deny the plastic surgery rumors, like Jessica Simpson. What happens if the bad […]