A person's career can significantly impact their well-being through numerous factors such as the type of work they do, the hours they work, the environment in which they work, and the level of stress they experience. In this article, we will explore how career choices made early in life can impact health later, which we [...]
Unique approaches are needed for treating medical conditions, from the right drug to the ideal setting for faster recovery. Can a standard mattress be enough for hospital beds? It is, of course, but often doctors won't endorse this practice. Opting for a more specialized bed mattress with therapeutic or medical qualities is advisable for the [...]
Compression bandages provide pressure to a specific location or damage. They assist in reducing swelling by preventing fluids from accumulating at the location of the injury. Condition and Procedures to use compression bandages to ease the pain There are procedures to follow on how to use a compression bandage properly. The following are [...]
If a scrape, cut, or chronic wound does not heal, it is more likely due to a problem with blood flow from the part of the body which is hurt to the heart that pumps the blood. If the body part has a good blood supply, compression bandages are here to enhance blood return and [...]
Knee discomfort is one of the most prevalent health conditions worldwide. Considering the amount of stress that knees are put through - especially if you're a sportsperson who runs or lifts weights regularly - it's not surprising. Knee problems can vary from insignificant aches and pains to full-blown injuries that require surgery, so the [...]
People of all ages do better in life when physically, psychologically, and socially engaged. It is especially true as we grow older and lose our bodies' and minds' teenage levels of fitness and natural healing capacities. Unfortunately, serious issues can occur if a senior individual does not make concerted attempts to remain active in meaningful [...]
Arthritis is a condition that causes joint pain, stiffness and swelling. If you suffer from arthritis, you know just how hard it is to have this disease. Although as of now there is no complete cure to this condition, there are methods to mitigate its symptoms. To help you in the way we can, we’ve [...]
Are you living with hypertension? Well, you’re not alone. According to NHANES, 70% of adults aged 65+ experience chronic hypertension. Hypertension is a condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high. Higher blood pressure levels conduit an increased risk for heart attacks, chest pains, cardiac diseases, strokes, and many [...]
Most bandages either contain adhesive, or they need to be applied with adhesive tape. If someone is allergic to adhesive bandages or to latex, and is having the following symptoms, there are steps they can take to ease the uncomfortableness or take it away completely. Symptoms of the allergy would be a rash or redness, [...]
How to Keep Your Skin Healthy this Winter Winter’s frigid air and low humidity can cause your skin to feel dry and itchy. Now is the time to start preparing so that your skin won’t get too irritated this season! Also, as you get older, your skin is more likely to get wrinkled or even [...]
