Healthcare Shortages in Southeastern State
The southeastern region of the state is experiencing a critical shortage of physicians. This scarcity results in longer wait times…
Postpartum Challenges Faced by Arkansas Mothers
The challenges for many Arkansas mothers often intensify after leaving the hospital. As a medical assistant at a women’s health…
Medicare and Medicaid Fraud Crackdown
The struggle against fraud within Medicare and Medicaid is gaining attention. These programs often function as open-ended entitlements, making it…
Expanding Optometrists’ Role in Eye Care
Patients across the nation struggle to access healthcare, particularly in rural regions. These areas often require long drives to see…
Convalescent Plasma: An Underutilized Resource in Viral Outbreaks
Humanity has recently faced two significant viral outbreaks: a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship and the resurgence of Ebola…
China’s Role in Combating Ebola in East Africa
Ebola continues to spread in East Africa. The United States is taking a lesser role than in previous outbreaks. This…
Improved Coordination and Vaccine Development in Ebola Outbreak Response
The response to the recent Ebola outbreak in East Africa has shown signs of improvement, suggesting the world has learned…
Air Force Veteran Fights Parkinson’s with Exercise
Dr. Sara Whittingham, an Air Force veteran and anesthesiologist, initially dismissed her forgetfulness and tendency to trail off mid-sentence. With…
The Alkaline Water Debate: Benefits and Concerns
Alkaline water is gaining attention as a possible alternative to regular drinking water. Celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Mark Wahlberg, and…
U.S. Doctor Recovers from Ebola After Treatment in Germany
Dr. Peter Stafford, a U.S. doctor who contracted Ebola during a humanitarian mission in Congo, has been discharged from a…