Most people understand that that a stroke is a medical emergency. However, you may not know what your risks are when it comes to strokes and whether you are likely to experience one or not. If you have an atrial fibrillation or irregular heartbeat issue, then this does elevate your stroke risks. Keep reading to understand why and also what you can do about it.
Atrial Fibrillation & Stroke
If you have an irregular heartbeat, then the chambers in the heart do not work the way they are supposed to.…
Eye health is a topic that many people don’t think about until they are experiencing vision problems. Knowing a few simple tricks for keeping your eyes healthy can help you maintain good vision well into older age. Here are four tips that anyone can use to keep their eyes healthy.
Eat an Eye-Healthy Diet
You may be surprised to learn that what you eat can have a huge impact on your eye health.…
If your first experience with a urinary catheter was during your epidural or c-section, you were likely eager for its removal so that you could urinate (and move around the room freely) on your own. Unfortunately, a small subset of women can experience major bladder-related complications during vaginal or c-section birth, and you may find yourself coming home from the hospital with not only a newborn, but a catheter in tow.…
Many experts talk about the benefits of losing weight—and rightly so. Dropping excess pounds can reduce your risk for certain diseases (e.g. diabetes) and boost your self-confidence among other things. However, there are some drawbacks to weight loss, and one of the more distressing problems is you may develop loose or excess skin as you shrink. Here are three things you can do to avoid this problem during weight loss.…
Many asthma suffers dread the onset of colder weather because something about the cold dryness of winter leads to more frequent attacks and more lung problems. If you struggle with asthma, there are some things you can do to make the winter months more bearable.
Why does cold weather worsen or even induce asthma symptoms?
When a person suffers from asthma, their airways are already more constricted than usual. The alveoli in the lungs also produce more mucus.…
Although radiation therapy can be an effective treatment for cancers and tumors, there’s no denying it can cause some life-changing side effects. One complication that can occur is the radiation can damage the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes, and ovaries, or cause early menopause, which may lead to temporary or permanent infertility. If your doctor has recommended radiation therapy to treat your disease and you want to protect you ability to have children in the future, here are three options available to you.…
Being a new parent can be incredibly overwhelming. In addition to finishing up that new nursery, you might also be faced with sleep deprivation and a litany of new-parent tasks, such as finding the right pediatrician for your child. However, you can easily whittle down the list of available pediatricians in your area by looking for these two modern practice perks that might be helpful.
1. A 24-Hour Nurse Hotline…
From sniffling and sneezing to nasal irritation from a constant runny nose, seasonal allergies can cause stress and discomfort. You may use numerous packages of tissues to blow your nose and wipe away snot while also taking allergy medications throughout the day, but you can reduce the nasal symptoms using holistic measures. If you are part of the 50 million Americans who currently suffer with allergies each year, consider these holistic options to reduce your nasal symptoms.…
If you are suffering from the flu, it is important to recognize which type of flu you actually have. Today, the term “flu” is used interchangeably for two very different types of illnesses: the stomach flu and influenza. Here are some differences between the two sicknesses, how to treat each illness, and when you should see your doctor.
Stomach Flu
Cause
The stomach flu, also called gastroenteritis, has several different causes. It can be caused by bacteria, such as E.…
No child wants to hear that their child is being bullied, but statistics show that around one in four kids across the country are bullied on a regular basis. Therefore, it’s important parents are fully equipped to deal with the problem. If you are worried about your child being bullied, follow these three tips to handle the problem effectively:
Notice the Signs of Bullying
As a parent, it’s important to keep an eye out for signs that your child is being bullied.…
