2017

  • 3 Tips for Getting Birth Control

    When you need to take control of your sexual reproductive life, birth control is an important consideration. Today, much research has been done into the female reproductive system -- to the point that there are birth control options that are suitable for everyone. If you need to find a type of birth control that will be suitable for you, take advantage of the tips below so that you are able to link up with a team of medical pros that can also assist you. [Read More]

  • 4 Questions To Ask When Deciding Between Urgent Care And Your Primary Physician

    Urgent care centers fulfill an important gap in services between primary physicians and emergency rooms. However, many people are confused about where they should seek medical care when they have an issue. For immediately life threatening issues, you should always go to an emergency room, but knowing when to go to urgent care or your primary physician can be more difficult. Below are some questions to ask yourself to determine where you should go: [Read More]

  • When Breathing Is Hard: Allergic Asthma

    Unless you have been diagnosed with asthma, most people just assume it's some kind of breathing problem but don't really understand much beyond that. If you or someone you love has been recently diagnosed with this potentially life-threatening condition, here is what you should know. Just How Prevalent Is Asthma? According to the Centers For Disease Control And Prevention, every 1 in 12 Americans has asthma, or a whopping 25,000,000. [Read More]

  • Make These Changes Yourself To Try To Address A Skin Rash

    When you identify an unexpected skin rash somewhere on your body, it's a good idea to schedule an appointment with your local dermatologist. As a skin-care expert, this health practitioner will be able to determine the exact nature of your rash and its probable cause, as well as give you some suggestions on how to treat it. You can also be proactive upon the discovery of the issue and see if you might be able to determine what could be causing or exacerbating it. [Read More]

  • Three Ways To Reduce Heel Pain

    Heel pain can be caused by a number of factors, from wearing the wrong shoes to spending too much time on your feet every day. For some, there are medical causes for heel pain, such as plantar fasciitis. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to reduce your discomfort. Use this guide, along with the guidance of your podiatrist, to help relieve your foot pain so you can continue to maintain your current lifestyle and activity level. [Read More]

  • Is Your Dog Scratching Or Biting Himself More Than Normal? It Could Be Allergies

    Dogs can suffer with allergies the same way a human can. Sometimes the symptoms are like what you experience and sometimes they are not. Sneezing, watering eyes, and a runny nose could indicate an allergy, or it could be a cold – yes dogs can get those too. However, if you notice your pet scratching more than normal, biting at its paws, or pawing at its ears, it could be an allergy too. [Read More]

  • What Should You Be Doing After Stem Cell Therapy?

    After stem cell treatments to help repair a serious injury, you might be so confident that the therapy works that you want to jump back into activities you once did. However, after receiving injections, it's going to take some weeks for the body to complete healing. While you're recovering, use these suggestions. Ensure Family Understands Treatment Those in your home can often present the greatest amounts of stress after a surgery or medical treatments. [Read More]

  • Comprehensive Eye Exams Check For 4 Important Conditions And Diseases

    While eye exams are important for screening your vision and prescribing the appropriate glasses or contacts to help you see more clearly, these aren't the only reasons you should have them. Visiting the optometrist on a yearly basis is best, as the doctor will also check your eyes for signs of four common conditions and diseases. Catching these eye health issues early is the best way to enjoy a successful outcome after treatment. [Read More]

  • Your 6-Week Pregnancy Ultrasound: What To Expect

    Pregnancy is totally full of surprises and changes you weren't expecting. Your body behaves in ways you'd never have imagined, and people react to the news differently than you may have assumed. There's one thing that should not remain a mystery: what to expect at any of your doctors' appointments. Your 6-week ultrasound will be one of the first doctors' appointments you have as a pregnant woman. To ease your worries and make the experience a bit easier on you, here's a look at what to expect during this appointment. [Read More]

  • 4 Tips for Your Best Exercise Injury Recovery

    Serious exercise injuries can stop your life in its tracks. Once your initial recovery is complete, you may ask yourself if you will ever be competitive again. In some cases, there is nothing you can do to have a full recovery, but in others, it really depends on your dedication and commitment to your continued physical therapy. Keep Moving Forward After Therapy  After your physical therapy is over, you may feel abandoned and lost as to what to do next. [Read More]