Do you have an older child who is frequently unable to hold his or her urine in until it can be properly released into a toilet? Are you unable to go to public places with your child for long periods of time because he or she has so many accidents? Taking your child to a physician to find out if he or she is in need of medical attention is the first step to bringing the problem under control.…
If you work in the health and medical industry, it is vital that you do everything possible to get the most out of your practice and career choices. While being a doctor can be a lucrative career, it always comes with a series of obligations – particularly if you run your own practice. In order to learn a little bit more about some of the most critical obligations, read below and follow these strategies.…
If your child hasn’t reached those terrifying teenage years, you might not think you need to worry about eating disorders. Unfortunately, that’s not true. Studies show that kids as young 7 years of age are being diagnosed with anorexia. That’s a frightening statistic. Unfortunately, many adolescent eating disorders go undiagnosed because parents or caregivers don’t know what they’re looking for. Luckily, there are some tell-tale signs that can help identify potential problems.…
If you’re thinking about taking up an amateur sport, you may not think that you have to take the same precautions that professional athletes do. After all, you’re typically not playing for money and your opponents may not be as fierce, so the thought of getting an injury never crosses your mind. However, even if you’re playing against pure novices, there is always the risk that you’ll sustain an injury. That’s why it’s so important for you to take preventative measures.…
Osteoporosis is a condition where the bones in the body gradually grow brittle and weaker. This can be caused due to a change in hormones or because of a vitamin D or calcium deficiency. If you’re suffering from osteoporosis, you may be at risk for spinal compression fractures. A spinal compression fracture can be very painful, and you will need medical treatment. Continue reading to learn more about treatment options that are typically used for spinal compression fractures:…
If you’ve recently begun to notice patches of red, itchy skin on your extremities, torso, scalp, or even face, you may be wondering whether it’s time to change your laundry detergent or visit a doctor to get a handle on your recent symptoms. While skin irritation (or dermatitis) can be caused by a wide variety of outside irritants and medical conditions, chronic scaly or itchy skin patches that don’t respond well to most over-the-counter treatments may be due to eczema.…
If you are having a hard time getting healthy, and the over-the-counter and prescription medicines aren’t doing the job, it’s time to look into some alternative treatment options. It may be time to stop putting chemicals into your body, and instead find natural practices and supplements to treat the illnesses and pain you’re dealing with.
Putting chemicals in your body may be causing more harm than good. Here are a few things you want to look into so you can get your health on track without risks.…
Norovirus is usually not thought of as a wintertime illness, but it actually is. In addition to being on the lookout for illnesses such as influenza and the common cold, you also need to take action to prevent a norovirus infection. To help you and your family stay safe, here is what you need to know.
Why Is Norovirus a Wintertime Illness?
Even though norovirus can be spread at anytime of the year, you are more likely to contract it during the winter.…
When it comes to losing weight, it is very easy to lose motivation rather quickly if you aren’t seeing the results that you would like. While it is inevitable that it is going to take time to lose all of the weight that you would like, there are some things that you can do to speed up the process. This article will discuss 2 tips for rapid weight loss.
Include Enough Lean Protein In Your Diet…
If you have spaces in your mouth where teeth are missing, you may be a good candidate for dental implants. If you are a non smoker and in relatively good health, you can benefit from the technology that dental implants provide. Your dentist will replace your missing teeth with an implant, or create a bridge that is secured to your mouth with titanium rods. The teeth will look and feel natural, while giving you the smile that you want.…