January 3, 2009
- Alcoholism, It Is A Disease
Do you have someone you know that refuses to admit they have a drinking problem but have all the indicators say that alcohol is the root of the major problems in their life? Do they have egular or constant cravings for alcohol? Are they unable to limit or stop the amount of alcohol they consume? These are both red flags that this person may be suffering from a disease called alcoholism. It is a disease that is chronic in nature. It is one that can have severe health, financial and relationship consequences.
December 26, 2008
- Quit Smoking and Surgery
Surgery is complicated enough without all the side effects. Typically there are pages of consent forms to sign listing everything that could go wrong. Surgery, whether elective or required is something many will face at some point in their lives. Patients should understand many complications can not be foreseen. However there is one complication that can be avoided and it is in the patient\'s control and that is smoking.
