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EmilyM While it may be slightly difficult for me to relate to this as a woman, I can only imagine the heart-stopping surprise/shock/horror/amazement a man must experience when he steps into the bathroom and unzips his pants, only to see something is well… not where it belongs… in fact, about ninety degrees from where it … Continue reading What’s going on down there?? – the truth about Peyronie’s Disease
by jasonP We have covered the healthcare legislation, and its implications, a few times in the past. We discussed the potential downside of the “Individual Mandate,” and the possible legal conflicts it poses. This week, there is an interesting new analysis of the future of insurance policy rate-setting, and how that will be affected by … Continue reading Why the Healthcare Reform Legislation Will Cost You More
By EmilyM So you can make a pretty pink pill that looks like Viagra…but can it really have that same “stimulating” effect? Seems hard (pun intended) when the anatomy of men and women are… well… different… you remember health class. Based on the amazing popularity of the little blue pill, it only makes sense that … Continue reading Female Viagra Falls Flat? Imagine That!
We’ve looked at Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) before. We’ve discussed the real-world challenges, the potential benefits, and the realistic timelines for deployment. We have briefly looked at the potential drawbacks, like data theft, identity theft, data manipulation, and other malicious acts. But one thing that we have not seen much in the press is the … Continue reading Warning Signs For EMRs
Possibly the most debated point in the healthcare legislation is the individual mandate. It requires that all citizens must purchase health insurance, or pay a fine. Or pay additional tax. Or something like that. The reports and interpretations vary widely. It may be a long time before the practical interpretations are settled. There is some … Continue reading The Individual Mandate – Does It Make Sense?
There is news, and a podcast, this week about another Virtual Medicine system that should be available later this year. A company called American Well, in a partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York, will give patients online access to a Family Doctor, through video conferencing, phone, or even Instant Messaging. These … Continue reading Another Virtual Medicine Plan
A new e-health option we mentioned last year, is now up and running. In an article from Texas, we get more details about how NowClinic operates, and projections for the future of online medicine. NowClinics are positioning themselves as a short-term convenience, not a replacement for a traditional doctor visit. From the article: “An online … Continue reading Progress Update for eMedicine
…see how these sites can make these claims, when ONLY KwikMed and its affiliates are licensed to prescribe in the US.
Google has announced (in a blog post found here) that it will no longer accept advertsiing from any online pharmacy which issues a prescription online. They have commented that they will only accept advertising from websites with VIPPS certification (Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites). VIPPS has been created by the National Association of Pharmacy Boards … Continue reading Google Takes Down Online Pharmacies
Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) are a big topic in the news lately. They are a central talking point in the healthcare reform debate, and a focus of current efforts to improve care and reduce costs. Many politicians hope that a comprehensive implementation of EMR systems can save billions of dollars per year by having more … Continue reading The Reality of EMRs
