Pamela Cagle

Have you ever been stopped in your tracks by a sudden jolt of pain that shoots from your lower back and down your leg? If so, you're not alone. Sciatic nerve pain, also known as sciatica, is a common condition that affects people across the globe.1 Keep reading to delve into the root causes of sciatica, learn how to prevent flare-ups and understand treatment options available for instant and long-term relief.
What Is Sciatica?
The sciatic nerve is the largest and longest nerve in the human bo...

The parotid gland is a type of salivary gland in your body. A pair of these glands is located in the back of your lower jaw in front of the ears. While you may not give much thought to salivary glands or the jobs they do, they play a significant role in your health.
Their main job is producing saliva. Saliva is the liquid that not only keeps your mouth from feeling dry, but it also helps break down food for digestion and keeps the amount of bacteria in your mouth under control.
When things go...

As a leading cause of death worldwide, cancer poses a health challenge for everyone. The good news is that many cancer cases and deaths are potentially preventable. While genetics and environmental factors are undeniable contributors, the impact of lifestyle choices, particularly a healthy diet, is monumental in cancer prevention.
This guide delves into nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to reduce cancer risk. By adopting a cancer prevention diet and mindset, you can lower your overall risk ...

Heart disease sounds scary, but it's often preventable. In this guide to understanding and beating heart disease, you'll uncover the secrets, dodge the risks and get your seven-step action plan for a heart-healthy future.

Everyone has heard of heart disease, but do you know what it means? Heart disease is not just one condition — it's a broad category that includes a variety of disorders. From coronary artery disease that can lead to a heart attack to heart rhythm problems that can go undetec...

With its ability to analyze large amounts of data, predict trends and enhance diagnostic accuracy, artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how health care professionals work. As AI becomes more important in the sector, health care professionals need to understand how to use AI effectively. Equipped with knowledge of AI, they can boost operational efficiency, enhance patient care, improve drug development and drive innovation in health care. If you’re in the field, there are some of the healt...

This article was written for my client without a byline. Referrals for mental health services are the lifeblood of behavioral health and human services organizations. While provider recommendations are important, peer-to-peer referrals empower you to expand your reach beyond traditional sources.
As one of the most effective forms of marketing, word-of-mouth happens organically in daily interactions. Satisfied clients sharing their positive experiences with friends, family, and acquaintances in casual settings can significantly influence others' cho...

We may be closer than ever to finding the proverbial “fountain of youth” with a growing body of research focusing on three areas of research — nutrition, activity, and social connectedness — you can learn how to live longer.
Discover top tips on how to make lifestyle changes that you can actually stick to and learn about a tool that may help you recognize health risks earlier.
The Role of Nutrition in Quality of Life and Longevity
Before we discuss diets that promote longevity, let’s examine ...

Navigating the maze of women's health screenings from your 20s to your 60s can be overwhelming. We break it down so you can get it done. Learn when to get your mammograms, colonoscopies, bone density scans and more.

Women's health screenings aren't just routine checks — they can be lifesavers. Yet they often end up on the back burner. Why? A major culprit is the overwhelming maze of advice about which screenings are essential and when to schedule them. This guide cuts through the confusion, o...

Written for my client ContinuumCloud without attribution. Mental health policies aim to improve access to quality healthcare and ensure parity by coordinating resources and services for those in need, creating incentives to improve outcomes, and promoting efficiency in care. However, California's behavioral health organizations are subject to some of the strictest ad hoc access and parity frameworks in the country.

This article will explore these requirements and discuss how a purpose-built California behavioral health EHR (electronic health record)...

Cancer affects millions of people worldwide, so what tests are done to check for cancer?
There are various tests, including laboratory tests such as biopsies and imaging techniques like mammograms, CT scans, and MRIs.
Here, we’ll explore the different tests to check for cancer and the importance of regular health screenings for early cancer detection.
What Screening Tests Are Done to Check for Cancer Early?
Cancer screenings can include mammograms that check for breast cancer, Pap tests to ch...

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With emerging digital solutions and established healthcare payment and financing partners, providers are bridging the gap between what consumers want and need and what providers can offer.
Sometimes it’s hard to find the middle ground between what a health and wellness consumer wants and needs and the reality of modern healthcare delivery and payment systems. Fortunately, thanks to emerging digital solutions and established payment and financing partners, payments are becomin...

With rising healthcare prices and more people opting for high deductible health plans (HDHP), patient responsibility balances are accruing at higher rates. We know that medical debt not only increases stress for patients but also impacts the financial stability of providers.
Fortunately, with a bit of education on both sides of the billing agreement, you can help solve some of the most common issues. This guide will address the challenges of managing patient responsibility in medical billing ...