http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/24188.aspxSun, 08 Nov 2009 03:51:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24188rosekitchen216This article discusses what a medical imaging technician is and what their job entails. It also discusses how to become a medical imaging technician and what the career outlook is like for them. What is a Medical Imaging Technician and What are Their Job Responsibilities? Those who pursue a career as a medical imaging technician will use medica...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/24194.aspxSun, 08 Nov 2009 03:50:42 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24194rosekitchen216This article discusses what an x-ray technician is as well as what they do. It also talks about what education and skills are required to become an x-ray technician. What is an X-Ray Technician and What do they Do? An x-ray technician is a healthcare professional that uses x-ray equipment to take pictures that are used to diagnose, treat and pr...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/24183.aspxSun, 08 Nov 2009 03:50:09 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24183rosekitchen216This article discusses the job and job responsibilities of a medical technologist. It also talks a little bit about what education and training is necessary to become one. What does a Medical Technologist Do? The job of a medical technologist encompasses a wide variety of responsibilities. Most medical technologists will work in clinical pathol...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/24182.aspxSun, 08 Nov 2009 03:49:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24182rosekitchen216This article discusses the job responsibilities of an organ transplant procurement coordinator as well as how to become one and the future of this position. Job Responsibilities of an Organ Transplant Procurement Coordinator Just sixty years ago, organ transplants were nearly unheard of, but now they are considered routine surgical procedures. In o...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/47845.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 12:00:27 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47845lzaykoskiLisinopril HCTZ is the generic name for drugs sold as Prinzide and Zestoredic. Learn about how this drug is used and possible side effects by reading this article. Uses This drug contains an ACE inhibitor known as lisinopril and a diuretic known as hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ). ACE inhibitors like lisinopril inhibit the conversion of angiotensin I to...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/55158.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 21:37:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55158JessicaRQueenThe oculomotor nerve, or cranial nerve III, is the major workhorse of eye movement, and is central to movement of the eye, eyelid, and pupil. Learn about this important nerve that enables proper movement of your eye. Oculomotor Nerve Function The oculomotor nerve is also known as cranial nerve (CN) III. The oculomotor nerve innervates many of the m...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/55157.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 21:32:19 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55157rosekitchen216This article focuses on providing all of the important patient information on oprelvekin. Oprelvekin is an injectable medication often prescribed to patients undergoing chemotherapy and to the who are at risk for needing platelet transfusions. This medication is also marketed under the name Neumega. Patients using this medication must be very caref...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/36849.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 19:01:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36849ginkgo100Many people have read a message, widely circulated recently on the Internet, that an 8-year-old girl died of a heart attack caused by the combination of Motrin and Robitussin. The message asserts that "quite a few children" have died the same way. But is it true? Ingredients of Motrin and Robitussin The active ingredient of all Children...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/55107.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 15:48:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55107galore187Estropipate is the generic form of the brand Ogen. It is most commonly used to treat the symptoms of menopause, but has also been shown to reduce hip fractures by 25 percent. Estropipate was approved by the FDA in June 1977. Drug Uses As the crystalline form of estrone, estropipate is used to accent or substitute for natural estrogen in women. Prio...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/55103.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 15:23:50 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55103rosekitchen216This article focuses on providing all of the important patient information on orphenadrine citrate. Orphenadrine citrate is a type of medication classified as a muscle relaxant. It is also sometimes combined with other drugs such as caffeine and aspirin. It is also prescribed under the brand name Norflex®. Uses This medication is prescribed to...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/55102.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 14:46:02 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55102DaniellaNicoleThere are two different forms of neruomyotonia, also known as Isaac’s syndrome – one of them being hereditary. Affecting the peripheral nervous system, muscle pain and weakness are just two of the symptoms of this rare, incurable disorder. Neuromyotonia is also known as Isaac’s syndrome, Isaac-Mertens syndrome, quantal squander syndrome...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/55069.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 21:51:20 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55069AlyssaAstOlopatadine is an antihistamine medication in the form of a nasal spray. The olopatadine nasal spray is prescribed to relieve the symptoms caused by allergies. This medication is easy to use and produces few side effects. It may not be suitable for everyone and certain warnings do apply. Medication Information The olopatadine nasal spray is prescri...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54983.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 22:13:09 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54983rosekitchen216This article focuses on providing all of the important patient information on tamoxifen citrate. Tamoxifen citrate is a medication used to treat certain types of breast cancer. It can cause certain serious health complications, though this is rare. It is also prescribed under two brand names, Soltramox and Nolvadex. Uses This medication is prescrib...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54981.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 21:59:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54981AlyssaAstAmlodipine besylate (Norvasc) is a medication commonly prescribed to relieve the symptoms of angina. Angina is a condition that causes pains in the chest. This medication can cause side effects and does have warnings associated to use. It is important to follow the dosage information correctly. Medication Information Amlodipine besylate, co...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54980.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 21:54:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54980rosekitchen216This article focuses on providing all of the important patient information on nilutamide. Nilutamide is a medication prescribed to men. It is only available by prescription and it taken orally. It is used as part of a treatment plan to treat prostate cancer. It is also prescribed under the brand name Nilandron. Uses This medication is used to treat...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54979.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 21:53:50 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54979AlyssaAstEsomeprazole magnesium is a medication prescribed to relieve the symptoms of heartburn. It is more commonly known as Nexium. It is a very beneficial medication that produces little side effects. Certain precautions must be taken into consideration when using Nexium. Medication Information Esomeprazole magnesium (Nexium) is prescribed to treat and r...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54972.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 21:20:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54972AlyssaAstPegfilgrastim is a medication prescribed to cancer patients undergoing myelosuppressive treatments. This medication helps reduce the risk of infection for these cancer patients. This medication is known to cause many side effects and has many warnings associated with use of it. Medication Information Pegfilgrastim (Neulasta) is an amino acid protei...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54947.aspxWed, 04 Nov 2009 16:56:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54947TrixxieLactose intolerance and halitosis are commonly seen together, as bad breath (halitosis) is caused by bacteria that live inside the tongue and throat’s surfaces. These bacteria are dietary aids that help in digestion. Bacteria break down quickly, and since they are full of sulfur, bad breath abounds. Lactose Intolerance Being lactose i...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54617.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 03:47:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54617lzaykoskiNSAIDs are used to treat pain and inflammation caused by injuries and inflammatory medical conditions. Learn about the types of NSAIDs and their risks in this guide. Types of NSAIDs NSAIDs can be classified as salicylates, traditional NSAIDs, and COX-2 inhibitors. Aspirin is a salicylate that can be used to treat fever, pain, and inflammation. This...http://www.brighthub.com/science/medical/articles/54611.aspxSun, 01 Nov 2009 03:36:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54611ejlloydWhile this particular drug is most often prescribed for high blood pressure in adults, a doctor may also suggest guanfacine for anxiety in children. Information about Guanfacine Guanfacine is the generic name for a brand-name drug called Tenex. This drug is most often prescribed as a blood-pressure lowering agent for people with hypertension. It ma...