Where in Arizona or the states near arizona have a good college to get prepared for medical school?

You can get into med school from any college. U of AZ is the highest ranked one (the Wildcats).

If you shoot West, you're in SoCal, where there are a ton of good schools.

One of the most frequently asked questions about money management is how to develop a household budget that works. Far too often, people wait until they are in financial trouble before they start thinking about budgeting. Either they get laid off or they find themselves dealing with a large unplanned expense. Either way, a household budget could have helped.

Evaluating your cash inflows and outflows on a monthly basis seems to be the best and simplest way to get a handle on your finances.

Your first step is to figure out your monthly income after taxes. This is the “net” amount deposited into your bank account. If your income varies, calculate the average of your net income over the last 3 months. And don’t forget to add savings account interest here too – every penny counts.

Then make a list of your fixed monthly expenses – meaning you pay the same amount towards them each month. That may include: housing (mortgage or rent), car payments, credit card and school loan payments, phone, cell phone, cable TV, satellite radio, child care – all of it. Don’t forget to list the bills that come quarterly, annually, or semiannually.

Now you should have two columns: one for net income and one for fixed monthly expenses. But you’re not ready to compare the two against each other just yet. There’s still more calculating to do.

For now it’s time to account for all the variable expenses you have each month: dry cleaning, personal care, groceries, medical costs, pet care, entertainment, gifts, and anything else you spend money on. This is where budgeting starts getting a bit more creative.

Estimate other weekly and monthly expenses. The more precise you can be, and the more of your variable expenses that you can think to include, the more accurate and effective your budget will be. For example, when you calculate food costs, that might include groceries, work and school lunches, and occasional dining out. Specifics matter, even when you’re making estimates.

Before considering this step completed, and just for good measure, review your checkbook ledger and credit card statements for the last few months to see if there’s anything you left out.

Add all these variable expenses to the column containing your fixed expenses and add the two together. You now have an idea of your total monthly expenses. Subtract this sum from your total net income.

And now the moment of truth has arrived! If the remainder is positive (greater than 0), then congratulations! You’ve done well. You already live within your means and can start kicking your savings plan into high gear, whether you’re saving for retirement, for charity, for your children’s college education, for a new home, or for a vacation.

If, however, the number is negative, fear not. It’s that way for most of us. At least now you know where all that money has been going. All you do now to bring that remainder back into positive territory is adjust the numbers on your variable expenses. Hopefully that will do it. Then you just have to stick to those newly realized budgetary constraints (or make adequate adjustments to compensate).

If that doesn’t do it, you may have to take a more drastic look at either your lifestyle or your income sources or both.

But before you hang your head and resort to taking on that second (or third) job, bring your family into the conversation. Discuss how you all can better prioritize your expenses. Choose certain categories with tallies you’d like to bring down and set targets monthly to try and reduce those costs. Play around with the numbers until something works.

Other options include comparison-shopping for cheaper prices and lower rates on certain expenses. Trim non-essential allowances, for example: go to the salon every three weeks instead of every two. Or trade in that gas-guzzler for a more fuel-efficient vehicle.

If at all possible, it’s also highly advisable (to say the least) to take 10% of your income off the top and “pay yourself” – start building up a savings.

Creating and sticking to a budget then maintaining its relevance and effectiveness by adjusting it regularly is essential in successfully managing your finances. Now you can start to make decisions based on facts and not guesswork. You’re better able to plan for so-called “unexpected” future expenses and, even better, the things you want.

And for an even easier and more effective way to create and manage your household budget, use a simple budgeting software like Budget Forecaster from Strativia Software. It’ll set you on the path to financial security.

I want to be a neonatal surgeon, where is the best place for me to do undergrad? and what should i major in?

Depends on where you live. UCLA and UCSD have very nice med schools in california. They are difficult to get into but they are very nice for both med school and undergrad. Major doesn't really matter. Anything that is related to the sciences is a good idea.

I am currently a student at Raritan Valley Community College with a 3.8 GPA in Nursing and Biology as my major , I will be transferring to Seton Hall Univeristy in the Fall. Is it possible that I can get in to Medical School with a Biology Degree instead of the Pre-Med Degree…

i completely agree with 'pinkmarie.' i did a bio major, chem minor too. those are about the standard requirements too. there were a couple recommended (but not required) courses too. i remember that statistics was recommended and i believe at least 1 psych course.
you can definitely get in with a bio degree, so long as you understand that there more important things than your degree field. med schools have been known to accept applicants with all degrees, so long as a person show Diligence and Proficiency in what they do. you'll be best off picking something that you are happy with and find enjoyable, that challenges you. It is also VERY important to your application that you are Well-Rounded and demonstrate Leadership. Join a group/club or two that really peaks your interest as soon as you start at Seton Hall, really show dedication to them (not just show up to meetings), and try to spend a couple semesters serving on their board of execs.

on more of a side note, as far as the bio degree just be really sure you know that you really want to be a doctor, because if you change your mind later, like i did, and opt not to finish an M.D. degree, a B.S. Bio doesn't afford you a lot of options by itself. jobs in the biology field are limited and you will inevitably need a higher level bio degree. not wanting to do that either, i am currently deciding between persuing a M.Genetic Counseling (in the social work field, not bio) or trying to earn a second bachelors in Nursing. if you think you might be unsure about bio, one alternative would be a nursing degree. med schools will still consider your application just as strongly, you'll have more fall back options because of the high demand for nurses, and if you go to med school you could consider working part time nursing to support yourself.

I am currently a sophmore in high school and am pursuing to someday go in to the medical field. I’d like to be an anesthesist (sp?) and I was wondering which school is the best to go to in the southest, considering I am located in Alabama. Also, are there any scholarships offered for pursuing med students?

Considering you are located in Alabama, why don’t you know the schools? Take a look at all the SEC schools and UAB and Tulane – Ask your guidance counselor about scholarships as we don’t know squat about you, your school or your grades, etc.

Atrial Fibrillation, which is also sometimes called Auricular Fibrillation or A-Fib, is a medical condition involving the pumping of the heart. It is a disorder that causes an irregular heart beat, known as arrhythmia. As well as irregular, the heart beat is also, often, rapid and racing.

One of the primary conditions, which can cause atrial fibrillation, is sinus node malfunction. The sinus node is like a natural pacemaker for the heart. It regulates the beating of the heart. If the sinus node is malfunctioning, it can cause disruptions in electrical impulses. That causes the heart to beat irregularly.

Most other heart conditions, including coronary artery disease, can also cause atrial fibrillation. Also, drinking heavily on a regular basis or drinking large amounts of alcohol at one time can cause the onset of atrial fibrillation. Other conditions, such as hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) and pneumonia can also cause atrial fibrillation to occur.

There are several symptoms of atrial fibrillation. The most problematic of these are dizziness, fainting and overall difficulty breathing. Fainting is particularly dangerous because people with atrial fibrillation could easily hit their head if they fall. Also, they could potentially faint while doing things that affect other people, such as driving a car.

Heart palpitations are another common symptom. A heart palpitation occurs when a person has a sensation of feeling their heart beating in their chest, usually rapidly. Other symptoms, which can occur, include confusion and fatigue.

The pH balance of the body is the balance of alkaline and acidic substances in the body’s fluids. This is measured by a pH scale, which ranges from zero to fourteen. A higher pH level indicates more alkaline substances than acidic. A lower pH means that the body’s fluids are more acidic than alkaline.

The human body operates at its best when its pH levels are more alkaline than acidic. However, it operates best in a narrow range of between seven and eight on the pH scale. When pH levels are too acidic it can cause people to go into a coma in severe cases. However, when levels are too high it can cause equally bad problems, such as convulsions, to occur.

The biggest cause of a pH imbalance is food. Human beings tend to eat and drink many acidic items on a daily basis. These include such things as coffee, orange juice and most types of meat and fish.

Another main cause of pH imbalance is general stress or specific stress on the body. Specific stress on the body refers to having a specific ailment such as cancer, diabetes or some other illness. Illnesses can completely alter the body’s chemical makeup and affect all body functions, including pH levels.

General stress is simply the hustle and bustle of everyday activities. That can include things such as work or school deadlines, as well as large event planning, such as planning a wedding. When a human being is under stress in such instances as those, it can affect all of a body’s internal functions, including things like blood pressure and pH balance.

One benefit of an alkaline pH is that blood that has a higher pH level (more alkaline than acidic) also contains more oxygen. That means that the heart does not have to work as hard to pump blood through the body. Blood that has higher pH levels also tends to be thinner than blood with lower pH levels. That means that it flows easier through the body. Therefore, the heart doesn’t need to pump as hard to get the blood to its destination.

By keeping pH levels more alkaline than acidic, a person can make it easier for their blood to flow through their body and, as a result, easier for their heart to pump. Since their heart wont have to work as hard this helps to keep sudden episodes of atrial fibrillation from occurring as often.

Keeping their pH balanced can also help to decrease a person’s overall stress levels, lower high blood pressure and give a person more overall energy. That is supported by the fact people with an acidic pH tend to suffer from fatigue and feel generally sluggish and stressed. The reason is that the organs in the human body all have their own pH requirements. When the body becomes too acidic overall, or in certain areas, the cells cannot take in the proper nutrition. As a result, a person’s organs can begin to act slow and sluggish. When individual organs are fatigued, the entire person finds themselves fatigued.

As you can see, there are many benefits to keeping the body pH balanced. It’s important to be aware of pH balance as it relates to health.

By altering your diet, taking supplements and/or making certain changes to your overall lifestyle, you can balance your pH levels. By doing so, you can lower your risk of atrial fibrillation, as well as preventing many other health problems.