Posts by Eric Newman65

1.Maybe dermatology has an admin on duty right now, but anesthesia might be short-staffed at the moment
2.Or maybe derm just has a lighter patient flow, so they actually have time to Order things
2.It’s also possible anesthesia isn't fully computerized yet while derm is
3.With the central system, you should technically be able to Order from anywhere in the hospital, but when things get crazy, they probably just spread the workload by sending requests to the local clinics

there are tons of reasons why
You can always send an order via fax or email since it leaves a paper trail, so if something goes wrong, you've got proof to file a complaint

Sam Hall15 said:Why do people assume specialists from smaller towns aren't as capable as those from big cities?

I don't think they're less skilled at all, honestly.
It's more about worrying that the medical gear might be outdated.
Like, maybe there isn't enough investment in local hospitals compared to the huge urban medical centers or whatever.

rustycyclist16 said:I don't want to start a whole new thread, but I was just wondering if a referral ever expires or gets outdated or something like that?

Yeah, it does. It’s usually good for 30 days from when it's issued (you have to see the specialist within that window, and they'll set your appointment date then).

Or, it's 30 days from your first visit if the referral is meant for multiple follow-ups.

And obviously, you could try to "manually" change the date on the paper, but maybe don't go too far with that—every referral has a serial number, so it's pretty easy to tell if it's old.

Also, you can always just take the old one back to your primary care doctor and get a fresh one that's valid.

Don't sweat the heat at the beach—I guess a late-night swim always helps you sleep better.
I guess you should also try to hang out in nature in the shade during the day, maybe keep the cooking to a minimum and stick to lighter meals. Making some iced tea sounds like a great way to stay refreshed too—probably better than alcohol since that just makes you feel even hotter.
I guess you shouldn't rely on AC too much. It’s kind of bad for the environment, and honestly, it might be better to start getting used to the heat now so it doesn't hit you so hard later.

For anyone dealing with the heat without AC: I guess you should probably start closing the blinds and windows before noon to keep the heat from creeping in. Maybe try not to cook during the day—I usually just whip up lunch in the morning instead. I also hang some big wet sheets or blankets over my balcony and give them a little spray now and then, which helps quite a bit. A ceiling fan might be a good idea too for when it cools down in the morning or evening, though I don't actually have one. Oh, and definitely take extra showers.
And most importantly—this won't really change the heat we're feeling right now—but I guess everyone should probably try to do their part to cut down on their own carbon footprint.

I feel like these 90-degree days are actually nothing compared to what’s coming—so maybe we should start getting used to it now
just grab a hat, some water, a long-sleeve shirt, and sunglasses. And yeah, probably hit those park fountains more often... 🙂 Just gotta try and convince my body that 90 degrees is totally fine

Elizabeth Sanchez60 said:Nah, the jewelry looks fine, but I keep getting these little bumps, scabs, and even burn-like marks on my fingers...

Honestly, pretty much no jewelry is "pure" gold or silver... there’s always some nickel mixed in. I’ve developed an allergy to all my rings, which started about six months ago (so it wasn't even a summer thing)... earrings, necklaces, bracelets—none of those bother me at all... just rings. I tried taking them off, but it doesn't help... after an hour or two, the "signs" show up, and they haven't cleared up for months now. I bought this cream that's supposed to work, but so far, nothing, though I've been applying it constantly since yesterday...
Oh yeah, coating the inside of the rings didn't help either...

Let's keep the ideas coming...
brainstorming

I have an idea
Maybe the issue is doing dishes or washing your hands without gloves? Like, maybe the detergent or soap gets trapped under the ring, so you aren't actually allergic to the jewelry, but to the soap itself?
As for that burn, maybe see a doctor? You might do more damage trying to fix it yourself.

coppergardener said:I think I saw some Discovery documentary about this guy who got some kind of weird water sprayed right into his eye, and then this crazy exotic worm started living in there... brrrr... I think they managed to save his eye, though. It was on TV a few years ago, so I can't quite remember.

I think I saw that too, but if I remember right, he just rinsed his contact lens case under the tap using some tap water somewhere in Greece...

You can find this on www.cms.gov or maybe in the

1.2. Specialist and Consultative Healthcare

Article 35.

People covered by insurance can get specialist or consultative care at the nearest contracted medical facility or through a private practice provider near where they live—as long as that provider has a contract with the Bureau for those specific services. Otherwise, you can use another contracted facility or private practitioner under the conditions in Article 38, Section 3 of these regulations, provided you have a referral from your primary care doctor:
- Family (General) Medicine
- Pediatrician
- Gynecologist
- Dentist.
Besides your primary doctor, specialists in school medicine or epidemiology can also decide if you need specialized exams, diagnostics, or therapy.
If someone wants to see a different specialist or get certain treatments at a different contracted facility or private practice rather than the closest one assigned by their primary doctor, they can still use their referral (no matter which specific provider is listed on the paperwork). Just keep in mind that in those cases, there's no reimbursement for travel costs or medical transport covered by the Bureau.

1.3. Hospital Care

Article 43.

Hospital care is provided at contracted hospitals based on a referral issued by either your primary care physician or an emergency room doctor.
Usually, you'd go to the closest contracted hospital near your home or current residence that provides the necessary coverage, unless you fall under the exceptions in Article 49, Section 3.
If you'd rather be treated at a different contracted hospital instead of the closest one assigned by your doctor, you can do that using your referral (regardless of which hospital is printed on it). However, you wouldn't be eligible for travel expense reimbursements or medical transport paid for by the Bureau.

Justin Fox said:Does that rule about being assigned to a specific hospital still apply? Like, if you live on the east side of Washington, D.C., you just "end up" at the Mayo Clinic in Brooklyn.

What happens if you try to go somewhere else? Can they actually turn you away? And how do you make sure you get real expert care if you aren't totally confident in the specialists or the staff at your assigned hospital?

Usually, your primary care doctor just writes a referral for a specific hospital, and you can talk it over with them beforehand.

If you're paying out of pocket, though, you can pretty much go wherever you want...

You should definitely check in with a doctor, but I guess working on yourself could help too
Maybe some exercise and maybe even a few relaxation techniques might do the trick

Grace Grant, you should check out that weight loss thread over on the women's corner; there's this girl popping up who actually managed to lose weight using a pretty similar method

Sean Parker49 said:Like you can see, it doesn't list how many SATURATED fatty acids are in there... which I guess should tell you something. Plus, having 25 percent dairy fat in any diet is probably a bit much.

It says 25% within 50% dry matter, so that's actually 12.5%
You're probably right, that is way too high...😬

Well, instead of soy, beans, or lentils,
even though soy seems pretty good for women. I guess the only real downside is how much GMO stuff is out there today.

Personally, I think tofu tastes great..

Nancy Cook4, if you're dealing with any health issues, I guess you should probably check in with your doctor about what you're eating.
Otherwise, maybe try some Pilates to tone up? It's a good start, and later on, you could maybe mix in some cardio adventures while still keeping up with the Pilates.
I think restlessmarlin6 gave you some solid advice—cutting out refined foods is definitely the way to go.

dustydrifter5 said:She doesn't really need soy in her diet at all, especially since there are way better protein sources out there. Honestly, buying soy is kind of like a fool's tax when it comes to nutrition, if you don't mind me saying.

About the soy thing, I'm not totally sure if it's good for guys, but for women it definitely is..soy, and
it helps lower cholesterol

Just wanted to add, I wasn't suggesting we swap meat for soy, just that it wouldn't be a bad idea to include it as an option... maybe just as an occasional part of a meal...

Betty Cox30 said:That's honestly the worst advice I've ever heard... those so-called light cheeses use hydrogenated fats, which are way worse than regular animal fats!

I guess I'd just stick to fat-free fresh cheese or maybe tofu if we're talking cheese.

Lite beer, let me type out the ingredients here
milk, dairy cultures, rennet, salt, coloring

min 50% dry matter, min 25% fat in dry matter

so I don't see any mention of hydrogenated fats in the ingredients. As far as I know, that's what you find in margarine (plant-based fats)
hydrogenated fats
See, the only thing that would bother me here is the coloring. Plus, the nutrition guide suggests light cheeses. I think maybe you might be mixing up plant and animal fats—hydrogenated ones actually come from plant oils.

You can go for some low-fat cheese—maybe some Lite beer cheese
It might be a good idea to have oatmeal (with yogurt, milk, or whatever works for you) about twice a week
Maybe try adding more soy to your diet (I’m a big fan of tofu myself)
Eating fish three times a week could be helpful
Flaxseeds might help with cholesterol too (just grind them up first and toss them into whatever, like your oatmeal)
Olive oil and generally sticking to a Mediterranean diet seems like a solid plan
A handful of nuts (like almonds, hazelnuts, or walnuts)—I usually just grab some with fruit
Trying to eat 5-6 smaller meals throughout the day might work

PS—you should probably check out the book *Eat to Live*
According to that book, olives are actually pretty great for balancing out meals that aren't high in fat
If you make pizza at home, maybe try tuna or just loaded veggies with some Lite beer cheese

Maybe just start with☕

I guess imagination is usually the best way to go.

I mean, I'm no doctor myself
but wouldn't that person maybe try wearing gloves while doing chores just to be safe?
plus, they should probably get a dermatologist to take a look at it too, I guess.

a I was just surfing around when I stumbled upon this
anyone tried it yet?
vi-sense.
second on the list: An at-home testing kit for vaginal infections
I guess going to a doctor is probably easier, and way cheaper too