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CBD-Oil Could Be Beneficial To The heart

Recent research has indicated that CBD oil can help lower high blood pressure and improve the heart and the circulatory system. With high blood pressure linked to ailments such as heart disease, stroke, and metabolic symptoms, one has to be very careful. One  recent study  conducted among nine healthy men showed that a dose of CBD oil significantly reduced their blood pressure. Scientists have therefore suggested that the anxiety and stress-reducing features of CBD may help minimize the inflammation and the death of cells linked to cancer. This can be attributed to its stress-reducing and antioxidant properties. One study found that CBD prevented heart damage and oxidative stress among those suffering from heart disease. Additional studies have also shown that CBD oil can protect the heart and prevent heart damage caused by diabetes. However, since these studies are based on animals, it cannot be confidently said that CBD oil benefits the heart. Conclusion For some time, CBD oil has be

CBD helps athletes boost their immune system

The endocannabinoid system has a regulatory effect on the immune system as well. It is involved in regulating inflammation and reducing pain, so it makes sense that CBD can also boost the immune system of athletes. In a number of studies, researchers analyzed whether CBD could influence an athlete’s ability to recover from intense exercise. They found that topical application of CBD reduced muscle soreness and increased cellular repair. It works by reducing oxidative stress and protecting the cells from damage. CBD also reduces levels of cytokines which are molecules that trigger inflammation response. It makes it a great choice for athletes who need to avoid overtraining or flare-ups caused by chronic conditions such as arthritis, IBS, and asthma. Conclusion Every athlete has to be able to push their body to the limits. While CBD is not a miracle drug, it can help them recover faster after intense training sessions or games, which allows them to perform better in the long run. CBD doe

Federal Authorities Place Cardiovascular Stress Testing Under the Microscope

Cardiovascular stress testing to diagnose patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and other related types of conditions can be a highly-effective tool in many cases. In fact, many cardiologists routinely recommend stress testing for patients who present with risk factors or who are showing possible symptoms of CAD, and stress testing can be a necessary supplement to electrocardiograph or radionuclide imaging in many instances. However, cardiovascular stress testing has also proven to be a high-risk area for Medicare fraud. Due to the prevalence of heart disease and the nature of cardiovascular stress testing, this testing has proven extremely popular in recent years—so much so that it has caused federal authorities to sound the alarm. Cardiovascular stress testing fraud is now a top priority for federal authorities nationwide, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS OIG), and U.S. Depa

Bill Amniotic Injections as Other Reimbursable Services

Health care providers cannot seek Medicare reimbursement for amniotic injections by billing them as other reimbursable services. This is another form of fraud that constitutes a violation of the False Claims Act, and mischaracterizing non-reimbursable services presents a high risk for allegations of intentional Medicare fraud. The False Claims Act establishes both civil and criminal penalties for violations. The federal health care fraud statute, 18 U.S.C. Section 1347, also imposes criminal penalties for fraudulently billing Medicare. Under the False Claims Act and the federal health care fraud statute, evidence of knowledge or intent is required in order to substantiate criminal charges. However, providers can face civil penalties under the False Claims Act for inadvertent billing mistakes—including mistakes that result from unfamiliarity with the pertinent Medicare billing rules and regulations. Civil penalties under the False Claims Act can include recoupments, treble damages, fine

5 Keys to Passing an FDA Inspection or Audit

 Among its many federal mandates, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for helping to ensure that unsafe foods, medications, and other products do not make their way into consumers’ hands. One of the ways it fulfills this responsibility is by conducting inspections and audits of manufacturers’ facilities. For manufacturers, an FDA inspection audit is a key step in the approval process—and failing an inspection or audit can set a company’s go-to-market strategy back by months, if not years. If a company isn’t prepared to meet the FDA’s requirements, learning this during an inspection or audit could lead to shuttering the company’s operations altogether. When conducting inspections and audits, FDA agents go by the agency’s Investigations Operations Manual. This is a 541-page tome (as of 2021) filled with voluminous and highly-technical specifications and requirements. The chapter on Establishment Inspections is 137 pages on its own and covers walk-through inspection