Case and images Sarah Vaughan Discussion Genevieve Carbonatto A 55 year old man presents to the ED with 5 days of loin to groin pain and microscopic haematuria. He was started on nitrofurantoin as an outpatient for a possible UTI. A point of care renal ultrasound is performed This is a clip through his right…
Traditionally, when speaking of Workplace Health and Safety, psychological injury is not something we thought about. But, as many professionals have realized lately, a Workplace Health and Safety strategy is severely incomplete without taking psychological injury into account. (for help creating a Mental Health Workplace Strategy visit www.wmhi.com.au) Psychological injury is also known as psychiatric…
Before I moved to the UK for my studies, I used to be confident and surrounded by friends. Socialising was never a problem for me; I even considered myself an extrovert. I used to go out almost every night, party all the time, weekly road trips. My hometown was small, so most people my age…
Do you have chronic and annoying low-grade symptoms that keep you from feeling your best? Bile deficiency syndrome results in the sluggish draining of toxins from your liver along with chronic digestive issues and a myriad of other unpleasant health symptoms. Signs of Poor Bile Flow The most common signs of bile deficiency syndrome are:…
This blog was originally shared on the Springer Nature Research Community: read it here “I worry that they will get labelled as a naughty, difficult, or even an unlikeable child”. This was a sentiment I had heard before when conducting research interviews with parents of children with a rare genetic condition, often in relation to…
There’ve been a few letters from young adults that I’ve put on the back burner over the last six months, but the similarities between them don’t seem to decrease, as with the latest of this week. With this latest one, I wanted to strongly encourage anyone going through similar situations to talk to an adult…
“Good evening. This announcement is for all passengers traveling to Dubai via Emirates flight EK1234. Please note that in a few minutes, we will start the process of boarding. You are requested to have your passport and boarding pass ready for verification.” *** “Oh my God! Is that the bracelet from the Taylor Swift concert?” …
You ever feel like you were finally getting into a good groove with your workouts, only to have life knock you sideways? Good. That’s how it works. No, seriously. In Nerd Fitness Coaching, I tell every new client: “I don’t know exactly WHEN it will happen, but within the first 3 months, something will knock…
If you’re in vacay mode, you can still relax AND stay on track with your weight loss journey. Check out these 6 tips for working out while on vacation: Get it Done Early Even if you don’t typically work out in the morning, getting it done early in the day will do wonders while you’re…
Ready to revolutionize your mornings? Beginning your day with a burst of exercise can supercharge your metabolism, boost energy levels, and help you shed those unwanted pounds. This quick and effective workout routine is designed to be performed right out of bed, requiring no equipment. Get ready to feel energized, focused, and on top of…