It’s no secret that the retirement years can be a very lonely and depressing period of a person’s life. You may feel unfulfilled or lacking purpose, your body may not work like it used to, and it might seem like there is nothing but time to kill. Due to isolation, many seniors may also get stuck in a rut and could require a little nudge to get moving. The key here is to … [Read more...]
A Concise Guide to Caregiver Stress Management
Irrespective of how much the world has progressed, there is no piece of technology or known information that can help one halt the process of aging. According to a report by Population Reference Bureau, the number of Americans aged 65 and plus is set to double by the year 2060. Everyone ages and it is one of the many things in life that is inevitable. However, with old age … [Read more...]
Heroin Addiction is Getting Worse
Across the United States, and the globe, rates of heroin addiction and overdose continue to climb, costing the economy more than $20 billion each year. With more addicts entering emergency rooms and rehabilitation programs, the question becomes; why are people continuing to abuse this dangerous drug? More than 115 people overdose on synthetic opioids every day. Opioid … [Read more...]
Screen Time and Kids: What Every Parent Should Know
As more parts of our lives move online, it’s only natural that kids want to follow the adults’ lead. You may have noticed this in your own life—toddlers with tablets, primary school kids begging for smartphones, or teens that seem glued to social media. For many families, screen time—that is, stretches spent in front of the television, computer, handheld gaming device, … [Read more...]
3 Steps for Becoming FDA Compliant
Although federal law still prohibits the use of marijuana for recreational and medical applications, many states have passed laws okaying the use of medical marijuana. Many companies are emerging that not only specialize in the sale of medical grade marijuana but cannabis oil and other derivatives of the drug for medicinal purposes. For businesses wanting to get in on … [Read more...]
Honey: It’s Not Just a Sweetener
When you look in your local supermarket for honey, you almost always find it with the other sweeteners like sugar and Xylitol. But, honey actually has a whole heap of additional uses aside from simply sweetening your tea or muffins. In fact, honey has been used for thousands of years as a therapeutic medicine. Though in our modern culture it’s used more for its sweet flavor, … [Read more...]
Top 5 Tips to Choose the Best Health Insurance Plan
There’s no doubt about it: health insurance is complicated. How are you supposed to know which plan is right for you? How do you know you’re picking one that is affordable, yet still covering everything you need? Choosing a plan can feel incredibly overwhelming. However, with the right know-how, it’s a lot easier. Additionally, the annual election period allows you to … [Read more...]
Physiotherapy for Headaches
Headaches are a symptom of pain anywhere in the head or neck region. The causes of a headache are numerous. While those experiencing regular headaches may be aware of the underlying cause of their pain, many other causes may go unknown. There are basically two types of headaches, segregated as primary and secondary headaches. Primary headaches are most common among all kinds … [Read more...]
Top Nursing Injuries (and How to Prevent Them)
When it comes to rapid industry growth, few sectors are experiencing the explosive boom of the healthcare market. Shifting population demographics mean more and more adults are aging into the 65+ bracket and that translates into rising healthcare needs, including a growing demand for nurses and other healthcare workers. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that … [Read more...]
6 Essential Tips Every New Vape User Needs to Know
According to a recent study, not only is vaping 95 percent healthier than smoking cigarettes, it is 40 percent cheaper as well. As any cigarette smoker will tell you, their bad habit is quite expensive. Not only can this bad habit cost you money, it can take a toll on your teeth and lungs. While you will need to spend a decent amount of money when first starting to vape, it … [Read more...]
