The contents of this website are supervised by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MCHM specializing in Preventive Medicine and Public Health.
Learn more about Jose Rossello.
A low platelet count can lead to serious bleeding problems that affect daily life and overall health. Platelets are tiny blood cells that help form clots to stop bleeding when you get cut or injured. ...
A high platelet count means having more than 450,000 platelets per microliter of blood, which can make blood more likely to form clots. When platelet levels are too high, blood clots can form more easily in ...
Many people enjoy starting their day with a cup of coffee, but what happens when you have diarrhea? Understanding how coffee affects your digestive system during this time is very important for recovery. Coffee is ...
Every year, millions of workers face preventable injuries and illnesses that could be avoided with the right safety measures in place. When communities and workplaces work together to build strong safety practices, they create powerful ...
When medical emergencies strike, the difference between life and death often comes down to how quickly and accurately information reaches the right people. Emergency communication in healthcare serves as the critical bridge that connects patients, ...
When someone has a low white blood cell count, also called leukopenia, their body becomes more vulnerable to infections and illnesses. White blood cells serve as the immune system’s primary defense against harmful bacteria, viruses, and other invaders ...