Yolanda Smith

Feature Writer

B.Pharm.

Pharmacy

Yolanda graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of South Australia and has experience working in both Australia and Italy. She is passionate about how medicine, diet and lifestyle affect our health and enjoys helping people understand this. In her spare time she loves to explore the world and learn about new cultures and languages.

Articles from Yolanda

Physician Shortage

Physician supply is a term that is used to describe the number of trained physicians who work in a healthcare system or labor market. It is dependent on the number of graduates, and the retention rates of the profession. Physician shortage is a growing concern in many countries around the world, due to a growing demand for physicians that outmatches the supply.

30 Jun 2016

Hypopituitarism Signs and Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of hypopituitarism are usually progressive, and gradually develop over several months or years. However, some patients may report a more sudden presentation of symptoms.

30 Jun 2016

Hypopituitarism Pathophysiology

Hypopituitarism is a health condition characterized by the reduced production of hormones from the pituitary gland. The pathophysiology of hypopituitarism usually involves damage to the pituitary gland, which renders it unable to produce one or more hormones in the normal manner.

30 Jun 2016

Hypopituitarism Epidemiology

Hypopituitarism is considered to be a rare disorder. There are less than 200,000 patients with hypopituitarism in the United States.

30 Jun 2016

Hypopituitarism Causes

There are various causes of hypopituitarism, including both inherited and acquired causes. The most common cause is a pituitary adenoma. Other identified causes include...

30 Jun 2016

Hypopituitarism Treatment

The treatment for a patient with hypopituitarism depends on the cause and severity of the condition. Some etiologies, such as pituitary apoplexy or post-partum hemorrhage leading to pituitary insufficiency, require immediate treatment to reduce the risk of complications from acute adrenocortical collapse.

30 Jun 2016

Hypopituitarism - Deficiency in Pituitary Hormone Production

Hypopituitarism is a health condition in which there is a reduction in the production of hormones by the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain and is responsible for the production of several hormones...

29 Jun 2016

Glucagonoma - Neuroendocrine Tumor

A glucagonoma is a rare type of neuroendocrine tumor that develops in certain cells of the pancreas. These cells produce hormones and are known as alpha-2 islet cells. They are responsible for the production of the hormone glucagon, which is involved in the regulation of sugar in the blood.

29 Jun 2016

Hyperthyroidism - Overactive Thyroid

Hyperthyroidism, also sometimes referred to as overactive thyroid, is a health condition caused by an excess level of thyroid hormone in the body.

29 Jun 2016

Primary Healthcare Providers

Primary healthcare providers play an indispensable role in the healthcare system to prevent and manage common health conditions. They may guide patients to make healthy decisions and recommend treatment depending on the symptoms of diseases that present. Their role is particularly important in the early stages of the disease.

29 Jun 2016