Healthy teeth and proper dental care are not only vital for adults, but kids too. Pediatric dental care is more complex than that of adults. Strong and good oral care will help the young ones grow with clean and healthy teeth and oral features. They are not grownups, they are not able to take good care of their dental health alone. In fact, anything you invest in your … [Read more...]
Dealing with Dementia: 3 Tips on Caring for Parents with Dementia
Over 50 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with dementia and an estimated 10 million are now diagnosed each year, but they aren’t the only ones affected by the disease. Each patient’s loved ones also feel the impact of dealing with dementia, especially if they become a daily caregiver for the patient. Watching a loved one with dementia is never easy. The vibrant, … [Read more...]
How does your body react to mental illness?
Mental health is directly connected to physical health. There is an invisible link between the two. People having chronic mental disorders have a higher risk of experiencing bad physical ailments. Doctors say depression is as bad for your body as smoking. Untreated mental disorders affect the quality of your life and lead to serious physical health issues. Your mind and … [Read more...]
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Group Health Insurance
The health insurance industry is undoubtedly challenging, but at least we've got choices. In this post we’re going to explore the advantages and disadvantages of group health insurance. Group Health Insurance Advantages Group health monthly premiums are sponsored by the employer. Usually, an employer should add at least 50% of the "employee only" premiums. So, if you're … [Read more...]
Important tips that will help you to avoid catching the family cold
As we head into the New Year and start moving from winter to spring, one common problem we have is illness spreading. The change in weather can often bring with it plenty of niggly little illnesses – none more annoying than the family cold. If you would like to try and help your family to avoid this issue, then you need to be able to work towards avoiding this … [Read more...]
Duties, Specializations and Finding an Optometrist
People often confuse optometrists with ophthalmologists, both of whom are related to the health and treatment of the eyes. However, the role of an optometrist is much more diverse and extensive than the latter. Also called ODs and Doctor of Optometry, optometrists are the major care providers for vision and eye health. They are responsible for diagnosing vision problems, … [Read more...]
Is Klotho a Real-Life Fountain of Youth?
It is believed that the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon spent much of his life searching for the “Fountain of Youth” on the newly-discovered American continent. This mythical water source was thought to provide those who drink from it with eternal life and lasting health. Today people have, for the most part, given up on searching for a physical fountain of youth, but the … [Read more...]
Is the Prestige Really Worth It? The PROs and CONs to Being a Doctor
We see doctors portrayed all the time on television. You have the serious doctor shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, and then you have the more comical doctor shows such as the Mindy Project and Scrubs. All of those shows are great for entertainment and also depict real-life aspects of what it’s like to be a doctor, but they don’t really give you the full effect of it all. In the … [Read more...]
Natural Remedies for Better Digestion
Digestive problems can put a serious damper on your day. Frequent trips to the loo, belching all the time, the vague discomfort of indigestion, even weight loss struggles - these are all signs that indicate the need for improvement in your digestive health. An easy and natural way to enhance your digestion is by trying natural remedies. We have included in this article 6 … [Read more...]
Am I Addicted? Signs You Need to Help
Addiction to drugs or alcohol are more common than you think. According to the American Addiction Centers, 21.5 million American adults battled a substance abuse disorder in 2014 alone. Only a small percentage of these users actually seek treatment. Deciding how and when to get sober is a big step. Once you do, you’re on the path to recovery. How do you admit you have a … [Read more...]
