#Healthcare Professionals

[benjaminallhope-fulltimemind]

All it took was real physical action for these people to cry out for reform, had Brian Thompson not been killed these media outlets wouldn't even dare utter a word of reform.

[k-wame]

that white nurse who was discovered to have been breaking the bones of ONLY black BABIES

[wikipediapictures]

Midwife

“Midwife with child in Oslo, Norway.” - via Wikimedia Commons

[gazagfmboost]

Dr Sanad(26) & brother Dr. Zayn(24)

Instagram: Sanad_albilbesy & zayn_khalill_ Vetting: GoFundWatermelon / TheLastTurtle #359 Operation Olivebranch #325 Fund Currency: € Euro Dr Sanad & brother Zayn have been taking care of the displaced children & intend to stay to continue giving necessary aid to the community- however they aim to evacuate their family; Mother & Father, 3 sisters Lama, Leen, & Rahaf.

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[rebel-girl-queen-of-my-world]

Repost from @what.they.saw:

My second illustrated interview for this series is of Dr. Perlmutter @markperlmuttermd who was in Gaza earlier this year. When I reached out, he graciously agreed to answer my questions and share his experience.

To create these interviews, I always ask for photos and videos that I can illustrate. The folder Dr. Perlmutter shared had a trigger warning, but I clicked anyway. The first photo I saw was of a table full of children’s bodies. Bloodied and mangled. Maybe they were siblings—I don’t know. I couldn’t look for more than a few seconds. I shut down my iPad and went for a walk.

I didn’t open that folder again.

When I came back and had a bit more control over my emotions, I emailed Dr. Perlmutter to apologize and explain, and he patiently shared a few other photos that weren’t as graphic. It struck me then, as it does now, how privileged I am to have the choice to look away—to sit miles away in safety, shielded from the horrors. Meanwhile, the doctors and nurses remain, risking everything to save lives, and the innocent people of Gaza have no choice but to endure unimaginable suffering, day after day.

Due to restrictions on Dr Perlmutter’s account, I cannot invite him as a collaborator on this post, so I’ve tagged him. These voices deserve to be heard, and if you feel moved to engage and share, please do.

[tobeabatman]

Fat people, especially us fat women, can’t trust healthcare professionals. They always find a way to relate everything to our weight. So we learn early how to advocate for us in healthcare.

No matter whether it’s a dermatologist, a psychologist, an OB-GYN, a cardiologist: your diagnosis is fat. They won’t believe us on a regular doctor’s visit, nor do they believe us in the ER. I know of too many cases where patients died, not because of their disease, but because healthcare professionals wouldn’t treat their underlying condition before they lost weight.

This is present in shows like My 600-lb Life as well, where many participants die due to them not getting help (for their possible binge-eating disorders, mental health, or any actual medical help besides the promise of a surgery).

If some operating tables, machines, and tools aren’t suitable for very fat people, then that is a problem for the healthcare system to solve!!

There’s so much research on fat people, but none of them actually search for ways to help us: they’re focused on proving their biases true, so that they can possibly deny us healthcare in the future too.

[foulwitchknight]

Richie picks up a part time job working at the local hospital on the weekends. It doesn’t pay much but to Richie it’s the best job he’s ever had because he gets to flirt with the cute cute cute nurse Kaspbrak. Richie heard from the other staff that Eddie’s been complaining nonstop about how unprofessional he is and he honestly doesn’t mind. In fact it’s made his crush on the poor nurse that much bigger. He’s always had a thing for feisty brunettes.

[a-person-on-earth]

Dr. Ezzideen on X: "This is a bad day for us as doctors in northern Gaza. We woke up today to heartbreaking news. Drones directly shot emergency doctor Mohammed Ghanem inside Kamal Adwan Hospital. I worked many nights with him; he was a kind and ambitious young man. After completing his" / X

[silverfroot]

Due to my work, I should keep my nails short, clean and without nail polish.

I enjoyed my nail days trying everything and just getting creative.

[foggyscholar]

sorry pharma/dental students, tell me in the tags, and sorry for lumping together pharmDs, dentists and anyone else i might be missing, tumblr has a limited number of poll options and i wanted to include "other/see results" lol also, put in the tags why or why not

[easy-teller]

H pylori Sings and symptoms

[hormonesclinics]

Managing Obesity: Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle

Obesity is a major health problem affecting millions of people worldwide. This is a condition in which excess body fat builds up in the body, leading to a variety of health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and certain types of cancer. It can be treated with medical intervention. This blog post will go into detail about different ways to treat obesity.

Diet

One of the most important factors in managing obesity is diet. A healthy and balanced diet is essential for maintaining a healthy weight. It is important to eat a variety of nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Avoid processed foods, sugary drinks, and foods high in saturated and trans fats.

Exercise

Physical activity is also important in managing obesity. Exercise helps burn calories, improve muscle mass, and boost metabolism. It is recommended to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. This can be achieved through activities such as brisk walking, cycling, swimming, or strength training.

Behavioral changes

Making behavioral changes can also help manage obesity. This includes setting realistic goals, monitoring progress, and staying motivated. It is important to identify triggers for overeating and develop strategies to overcome them. Seeking support from friends and family, joining a support group, or consulting with a healthcare professional can also be helpful.

Medications

In some cases, medications may be prescribed to manage obesity. These medications work by reducing appetite, blocking the absorption of fat, or increasing feelings of fullness. However, medications should always be used in combination with diet and exercise.

Surgery

For those with severe obesity, surgery may be an option. Bariatric surgery is a type of surgery that can help reduce weight and improve overall health. This surgery involves reducing the size of the stomach or bypassing a portion of the small intestine to limit the amount of food that can be consumed.

Summary

obesity is a serious health condition that can be managed with the right lifestyle changes and medical interventions. A healthy diet, regular exercise, behavioral changes, and medical treatments can all help manage obesity and improve overall health. It is important to seek support from healthcare professionals and loved ones to ensure long-term success in managing obesity.

For More information Visit: www.hormoneclinic.in

[wikipediapictures]

Midwife

“Village Midwife Rachel Yusufu (holding the baby), Mnyiramba, and Ayah Brim Masasi, Msukuma, weighing an infant and giving advice to the mother during an infant welfare clinic session at Kishapu Native Authority Dispensary and Clinic in Shinyanga District, Lake Province.” - via Wikimedia Commons

[tobeabatman]

Fat people and blood draws

(Tw: discussion on drawing blood)

It’s ridiculous to me when medical professionals act as if drawing blood from fat patients is hard.

Yes, we’re more likely to have ”invisible veins” aka medical professionals have a harder time finding our veins.

But a phlebotomist or a nurse shouldn’t have a hard time locating our veins.

My fat aunt was once pricked multiple times in a row with needles because her phlebotomist couldn’t find her veins. My aunt’s arm later became seriously bruised, swollen and sore from that spot, and it was a horrible experience for her. This was the first time something like this has happened to her.

My fat mom has a similar experience.

I have a similar experience too:

I was getting my blood taken for the first time of my life, and I wasn’t nervous at all. However, the phlebotomist that was supposed to draw my blood pricked me on the wrong spot. After that, she told me that: ”we’ll just have to try”… and you definitionally don’t want to hear that from a medical professional with a needle.

I started feeling faint (because I was shocked from the words the phlebotomist had just said, and also didn’t want to experience what my aunt had experienced) and was transferred to another phlebotomist next door (who had a reclining chair). Unlike the first phlebotomist, this one was immediately able to find my veins. She quickly took my blood and sent me home.

After that, I have had no mistakes or problems with my blood being taken (I’ve started offering my right arm to phlebotomists immediately because I know my veins are easier to find there than on my left arm). There have been a couple phlebotomists that have mentioned my veins being hard to find, but they’ve still been able to find my veins quickly. (However, now thanks to my first experience with my blood being drawn, I get nervous everytime I meet a new phlebotomist.)

Anyway, the point of this story: phlebotomists and nurses need to be able to find fat patients’ veins after a little probing, and not just guess first and then prick us. I know my aunt, me, and my mom are not alone in our experiences, and that this is something that has happened to a lot of fat people when they’ve gotten their blood drawn.

There are a lot of competent nurses and phlebotomists who are able to find their fat patients’ veins, but there are also a few bad ones in the mix who bruise their fat patients to the degree my aunt experienced. This shouldn’t happen, and all phlebotomists and nurses should be able to find our veins or even transfer us to a more qualified phlebotomists or nurse in case you seriously can’t find our veins. We trust you guys to not f*ck our arms up, and y’all should deliver.

(Also this is unrelated to my story, but I’d like to note that if you’re going to get your blood drawn soon, remember to actually put some pressure on the wound when your nurse or phlebotomists tells you to, right after they’ve drawn your blood. This reduces the possibility of small bruising and soreness you might feel afterwards. Also brings snacks with you so that you can eat them right after getting your blood drawn if you know that you’ll become nervous and start feeling faint.)

Toodles!

[a-person-on-earth]

Laila Al-Arian on X: "Israel killed this Palestinian man wearing medical scrubs. His body was one of dozens found at the Nasser medical complex. What was his name? Who loved him? Who is grieving him?" / X