On Jan. 6, millions of NFL fans saw one of the most-talked-about – and most-cringe-worthy – knee injuries in sports history. During a 2013 wild-card playoff game against the Seattle Seahawks, rookie Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III fell to the turf after twisting his right knee. Diagnosis: Serious damage to Griffin’s anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), lateral collateral ligament (LCL) and medial meniscus.
Many of us will consider cosmetic surgery at some time to change or improve our appearance, but sometimes it goes wrong. Newspapers are full of ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos of people who have spent thousands trying to hold back time and failed. The following infographic from Accident-Compensation.co.uk lists some of the side effects that might make you think twice before parting with your hard-earned cash.
Where you live and using certain household items could put you at a higher risk for cancer. This infographic highlights America’s cancer hotspots as well as household items that may cause cancer. Check it out below to learn more.
Health and safety is intended to protect us and our loved ones from the dangers of day to day life. But, more and more we see health and safety regulations being interpreted all too literally. Issues arise because of these foolish “word of the law” interpretations.
Approximately 48% of all intensive care unit patients have catheters at some point during their hospital stay in the United States. However, central lines, like any venous catheter, disrupt the integrity of the skin, which can cause deadly bloodstream infections. Studies show that 90% of catheter-related bloodstream infections occur with central lines. That’s why proper catheter insertion and maintenance is so important. Our curos disinfecting port protectors help with infection control in hospitals.
Have you heard of CyberKnife? This noninvasive cancer treatment option utilizes lasers to treat cancerous tissues and give the body the support it needs. Not only is this treatment safe, but it also results in a 93% disease-free survival rate after 5 years.
Loyola’s School of Nursing has always remained at the forefront of nursing education, and is constantly striving to stay current with the latest medical innovations and techniques. But where did nursing itself begin? Discover nursing’s history in this infographic simply entitled “History of Nursing.”
The common cold may be the most common reason for doctor visits, but back pain comes in at a close second. If you are one of those that is tired of dealing with chronic back pain, then you might consider orthopedic surgery as an option. Learn more in the following infographic.
MRI technology was first discovered in 1946 and the first full-body MRI scan was performed in 1977. Today, more than 30 million MRIs are performed in the U.S. annually. Learn more MRI facts and history with this infographic.
Say cheese! A smile is something you should show off, but that can be difficult if you don’t like the appearance of your teeth. Cosmetic dentistry offers an assortment of procedures that improve the look, feel, and function of your pearly whites. View the following infographic from Dr. Jason Kasarsky DDS to learn more.
