When a pregnant woman had her blood sampled back in 1972, doctors discovered it was mysteriously missing a surface molecule found on all other known red blood cells at the time. After 50 years, this strange molecular absence finally led to researchers from the UK and Israel describing a new blood group system in humans….
Initial Concerns: Healing Beyond the Surface Irma, a thirty-year-old woman from Peru, had long wanted to remove a noticeable scar on her face. The scar had impacted her self-esteem. She decided to explore modern plastic surgery options to improve her looks and restore her confidence. Wanting the best outcome, she started searching for trustworthy international…
Hey guys! Ready or not, we made it to August! I hope your summer has been filled with sunshine and new memories. Don’t worry though, we still have plenty of summer left and I have a new workout calendar for you to keep things interesting! Ready for your August Workout Calendar?! DOWNLOAD Here’s how to…
Last weekend, I visited Michigan for the first time to see Kristen, our Senior Manager of Creator Relations, tie the knot! She was a literal fairy. And it got me thinking… Sam and I had the honor of attending FOUR weddings so far this year for people on the POPFLEX team (aka the Blogifam). I…
Hi friends! I have a brand new episode live and I’m SO excited to listen to my chat with Dr. Jonathan Carp all about healing through nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and the mindset shifts that support long-term wellness. Here’s what we discuss: Why your diagnosis doesn’t have to be your destiny The healing power of food…
Muscular dystrophy is primarily a muscular disorder that causes muscle weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles. The onset of disease, severity and pattern of progressive muscle degeneration differ from person to person and cause difficulty in mobility, muscle coordination, and, progressively, disability. Adaptive equipment for muscular dystrophy can help you maintain your independence while also…
Dr Brendan O’Shea discusses challenges and opportunities with former IGPNEA chair Rita Pender Rita Pender has recently stepped down as IGPNEA Chair to become interim Director of Nursing Education within the Association and will continue as Lead for GP Nursing on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, within NMBI’s (Pilot) Professional Competency Scheme. In…
As we continue to learn more and more about arthrogenic muscle inhibition after ACL reconstruction surgery, we can continue to build better rehabilitation programs for our athletes. In this episode, the team discusses a recent review article on AMI and its impact on postoperative rehabilitation and return to sport decision-making. To view more episodes, subscribe,…
An Unexpected Turn During a Peaceful Trip An unfortunate event interrupted the vacation plans of Jennifer, a 59-year-old woman from America, who was enjoying herself with her family in Turkey. She abruptly twisted her foot while walking on uneven ground, which caused immense pain and swelling. Jennifer was unable to move and was unsure of…
Number of treatments for people using both cocaine and alcohol has trebled since 2017 More than 8,700 people in Ireland received treatment for alcohol use last year – the highest annual figure in over a decade. According to the Health Research Board (HRB), the number of treatment cases using cocaine with alcohol has trebled in…