Firefighters in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley found themselves facing a fishy situation Tuesday as they responded to the first grass fire of the season. When fire crews tried to fill a pumper truck from a pond near the blaze on Aylesford Road, nothing came through the dry hydrant installed near the water's edge. "We had a hard time getting any suction from the dry … [Read more...] about Firefighters Open Hydrant, Find It Stuffed With Fish
4D Ultrasound Study Shows Harmful Effects of Smoking on Unborn Babies
A new study appears to shed more light on the harmful effects of smoking while pregnant using 4D ultrasound scans to detect the tiny movements made by foetus in the womb.By monitoring the growing babies, scientists believe that they can flag potential problems by examining the minute movements foetuses make in the womb.It is hoped that the research can be used to encourage more … [Read more...] about 4D Ultrasound Study Shows Harmful Effects of Smoking on Unborn Babies
10 Key Qualities for a Medical Assistant
A Medical Assistant (MA) is categorized as a member of the Allied Health profession. An MA is the only multi-skilled allied health professional that is specifically used to work in an ambulatory care center, otherwise known as a clinic. Medical Assistants (MA’s) are expected to be proficient in three different areas: clinical, administrative and laboratory. 1. Customer … [Read more...] about 10 Key Qualities for a Medical Assistant
Top 5 Challenges Of A Respiratory Therapist
The job of respiratory therapists is as important as any practitioner in the healthcare sector. In fact, these individuals are highly needed due to the prevalence and seriousness of pulmonary diseases nowadays. Additionally, respiratory problems are common with organ failure and cardiopulmonary disorders and having RTs around really makes a big difference. Some people think … [Read more...] about Top 5 Challenges Of A Respiratory Therapist
The World’s Most Sophisticated Algorithm for Choosing a Med Speciality
Decisions, decisions… You’ve spent the majority of your life in school working hard for the big prize. But, now that your real life dream is creeping closer, you have to make that difficult decision, what kind of Medical profession you have to chose This highly accurate algorithm is for thoes who are still clueless and could use some help. … [Read more...] about The World’s Most Sophisticated Algorithm for Choosing a Med Speciality