The following list contains some of the most common abbreviations found in ... medical terminology … [Read more...] about Common Medical Abbreviations
NY fire department replaces ambulance lost in fatal crash
EMT Barry Miller was killed in the September crash; a colleague said he'd be proud of the new rig. BERGEN, N.Y. – The Bergen Volunteer Fire Department is rolling out a new ambulance to replace the one lost in a crash last September that took the life of EMT Barry Miller. Thebatavian.com reported the new ambulance is outfitted with the latest technology, including touch … [Read more...] about NY fire department replaces ambulance lost in fatal crash
Meet Mr. Balls, Brazil’s Disturbing New Testicular Cancer Mascot
At first blush, the mascot’s name is rather endearing: Mr. Balls. But for those who might find that descriptive title offensive, the scrotum-shaped character also answers to “Senhor Testiculo” in Brazil, where he is a spokes-thing for a group that is seeking to raise awareness of testicular cancer research. An important mission, granted, and the rather graphic creation … [Read more...] about Meet Mr. Balls, Brazil’s Disturbing New Testicular Cancer Mascot
Lowest Paying States for Medical Assistants
As of 2014, the average medical assistants brought home just shy of $29,960 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But earnings vary greatly by location, as employers must offer higher wages in certain areas of the country to attract qualified candidates. On average, the highest wages paid in medical assistants were in District of Columbia, Alaska, Massachusetts, … [Read more...] about Lowest Paying States for Medical Assistants
Top Highest Paying States for Respiratory Therapists
As of May 2014, the average Respiratory Therapists brought home just shy of $56,730 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But earnings vary greatly by location, as employers must offer higher wages in certain areas of the country to attract qualified candidates. On average, the highest wages paid in Respiratory Therapists were in California, Nevada, New … [Read more...] about Top Highest Paying States for Respiratory Therapists