21 April 2020
CPR has long been the go-to method for helping to maintain someone's breathing and heartbeat patterns when they are in a life-threatening situation. Many people feel like they should learn how to do this procedure, but it is also common to feel a little apprehensive about it. Giving CPR to someone involves close personal contact during a stressful situation, which can make it hard to know if it is something that you want to do.
20 April 2020
If you have a child with a cleft lip, it is wise to have the cleft repaired while they are still quite young. This can allow for the best possible feeding, talking, and self-esteem development as your child grows. There are some things that you will need to do to prepare for the hospital stay once the cleft lip facial reconstruction is completed. Keep reading to learn about what to do.
20 April 2020
As people age, their heart health can worsen and cause a myriad of side effects that may require health treatment to properly manage. For example, dizziness is often an early warning sign of heart issues, one that might need a stress test to properly assess. Dizziness May Be a Heart Problem People who suffer from occasional dizziness may simply be getting up and moving too quickly and causing their heart to race.
20 April 2020
If you have some wrinkles and lines on your face that you want to get rid of temporarily, then you may want to look into Botox treatments. Some people are a bit anxious about the possibility of looking stiff. Thankfully, there are some ways to ensure that you experience a more natural look. Keep reading to learn about some tips to follow. Ask About Dosages Some people want drastic results, and they can get them by receiving large doses of Botox in one facial muscle.
20 April 2020
Substance abuse affects people of all ages—addiction doesn't discriminate. Some people falsely think that only illegal drugs are addicting, but people can become dependent on alcohol or prescription medication as well. If you have an addiction that you want to overcome, a substance abuse treatment program can give you the necessary tools. Here are four reasons to choose an intensive outpatient substance abuse treatment program: 1. Receive focused, intensive care.
20 April 2020
Today, a lot of people are having a hard time with addiction problems. Some 40 million people teenage years and older are dealing with some form of addiction problems, and they find themselves in a world of issues that affect their health, personal lives, work, and future. If addiction is a rollercoaster that you are ready to get off of, you will need to reach out to a recovery program that can help you.
20 April 2020
When a child loses a parent very young, they and the surviving parent may end up struggling quite heavily. For example, the child may develop a sense of loss that causes heavy depression that may be hard for them to understand and control. This situation is often very challenging and requires medical care options, such as ketamine infusions, to properly handle in many cases. Mental Illnesses Can Be Hard to Handle
20 April 2020
Removing children's tonsils used to be a routine procedure years ago. In fact, almost 2 million tonsillectomies were performed annually by surgeons in the 1960s and '70s. According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology, there are now fewer than 600,000 of these procedures performed annually. The reduction is due to physicians having different criteria they now follow to determine if a tonsillectomy is indeed necessary. Additionally, new medications have further reduced the need for surgical removal.
17 April 2020
If you are providing care for somebody who has dementia, there are a few words you need to know. These terms help you provide the best care for somebody with dementia as well as understand the level of care your loved one may need. Accreditation Accreditation is the formal acknowledgment that a facility meets high standards of care. Facilities that are accredited must meet specific standards. Adult Day Care Centers
17 April 2020
There's a lot that goes into treating cancer. Chemotherapy, radiation, and even immunotherapy may be utilized to help combat cancer cells and to kill them for good. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Other factors, like the exercise routine you maintain and how you eat are also important. If you didn't know that what you eat is important during this time and don't know what to do, read this guide to find out.