MCT oil stands for medium-chain triglyceride oil, a type of fat extracted primarily from coconut oil and palm kernel oil. Unlike long-chain fats found in most foods, MCTs are absorbed more quickly by the body and converted into energy rather...
What Is a Point of Service Plan?
A Point of Service (POS) plan is a type of health insurance that combines features of both Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. It offers members the flexibility to choose healthcare providers either within a designated...
A social prescriber is a healthcare professional or trained link worker who supports patients by connecting them to non-medical services and community resources that can improve their wellbeing. Rather than focusing solely on medical treatments, social prescribing addresses social, emotional...
A stitch is a sharp, stabbing pain usually felt in the side of the abdomen during physical activity, especially while running or engaging in strenuous exercise. It is also known as exercise-related transient abdominal pain (ETAP). Although common and generally...
A specialised cell is a type of cell that has developed distinct structures and functions to perform specific tasks within an organism. Unlike general or unspecialised cells, specialised cells are adapted to carry out particular roles that contribute to the...
Respite care is temporary, short-term care provided to individuals who require assistance due to illness, disability or ageing. It offers a break for regular caregivers—such as family members or friends—allowing them time to rest, attend to personal needs or manage...
What Is an Investigational Medicinal Product?
An investigational medicinal product (IMP) is a pharmaceutical form of an active substance or placebo that is being tested or used as a reference in a clinical trial. These products are under investigation to determine their safety, efficacy and optimal...
Mewing is a technique involving the conscious positioning of the tongue against the roof of the mouth to improve facial structure and oral health. Named after Dr. John Mew, an orthodontist who popularised the concept, mewing aims to promote better...
A stoma is a surgically created opening on the surface of the abdomen that allows waste such as urine or stool to exit the body when the normal route is unavailable or needs to be bypassed. It connects either the...