Elaine Francis, R.N.

Elaine Francis is a registered nurse with 17 years’ experience in healthcare. She turned to writing to follow her passion for realistic medical communication. She loves translating medical jargon into accessible language for the people who need to understand it most. When she’s not writing or working on a busy cardiology unit, she spends her time telling her children to hurry up.

Acute Conditions

Cardiac Arrest vs Heart Attack: What’s the Difference?

A cardiac arrest and a heart attack are two different – but sometimes related – medical emergencies. Learn the difference between a heart attack and a cardiac arrest.

Chronic Conditions

Heart Failure: Symptoms, Causes, Stages & Treatment

Heart failure is a condition where the heart function is reduced, meaning that the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively is weakened. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment of heart failure.

Performing CPR and Using the ECG on a man experiencing Cardiac Arrest

Acute Conditions

Sudden Cardiac Arrest 101: Symptoms, Causes & What To Do

A cardiac arrest happens when your heart stops pumping blood around the body. A cardiac arrest is a life-threatening medical...

Acute Conditions

Menopause 101: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment & Management

What is menopause in women & at what age does it occur? Learn how to manage the signs & symptoms of menopause like hot flushes & the treatment available.

pregnant women and her gynaecologist at a check up for gestational diabetes

Acute Conditions

Gestational Diabetes 101: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Gestational diabetes, also known as pregnancy diabetes, is a condition that can have long-term effects on both baby’s and mother’s health. Learn the symptoms, causes & effects of gestational diabetes and how to prevent it.

Nutritional Food For Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol) and General Heart Health

Chronic Conditions

Diet for High Cholesterol: Foods to Eat and Foods to Avoid

Watching your diet is one of the most important ways to keep your blood cholesterol levels in check. For those with hyperlipidemia, find out what food you should eat more of and what to avoid.

Chronic Conditions

High Blood Pressure Diet: Best Food for Hypertension

Watching your diet is one of the most important ways to keep your blood pressure in check. For those with hypertension, find out what food you should eat or avoid here.

man applying topical medication cream onto his elbow for psoriasis treatment

Chronic Conditions

Psoriasis 101: Overview, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Learn all you need to know about psoriasis, including its symptoms, causes, triggers, types and the treatment options available.

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