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Enzyme Therapy for Lymphedema

An Enzyme I think most readers suffering from lymphedema are likely puzzled at the moment as to how the brightly coloured mushed candy canes will assist with their illness.  Then again, lymphedema sufferers have been handed stockings by their doctors to handle a chronic and severe illness so the shock value will be diminished.  Pictured […]

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Red Light Treatment: Stops Lymphedema

What is lymphedema? Lymphedema is swelling in one or more extremities that results from impaired flow of the lymphatic system.    —  http://www.medicinenet.com/lymphedema/article.htm#what_is_lymphedema What does lymphedema look like? Lymphedema can affect 1 or both: arms or legs. What causes Lymphedema? http://www.medicinenet.com/lymphedema/page2.htm#what_causes_lymphedema Most doctors you ask get into a rigamarole about the cause of Lymphedema.  Some […]

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Public Healthcare and Co-Pay(Tiers): Can We Avoid a Tale of Two Healthcare Systems?

An old joke goes: “What is a Canadian?  An unarmed American with Healthcare.”  Our healthcare system defines Canadians despite deep cracks in its implementation. A co-pay occurs when a patient is asked by a doctor to pay an amount above that which is covered by public healthcare.  This occurs with ambulances where patients unfortunate enough […]

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