The hot, sultry, humid days of summer can cause a number of hearing aid problems, from decreased output to an increase in bacteria on the surface of your hearing aids. Your hearing aids are a significant investment, you obviously want to do all you can to prolong their lifespan. The good news is that there are several easy things you can do to minimize these warm weather issues. How to take good care of your hearing aids during the dog days of summer
20 July 2015
If you suffer from allergies due to the pets in your home, you don't need to continue suffering if you make a few changes with them in mind. Reducing the effects of allergies can be quite easy, even without the use of regular medication, as long as you take advantage of a few of the following tips for your home. Keep the Air Conditioner Filter Changed The filter in your air conditioner needs to be routinely changed, although the exact frequency depends on the model of your air conditioner itself.
17 July 2015
After pushing yourself extra hard during a workout, your arms are so sore you can barely move them. You even begin to notice some swelling. You may just be dealing with delayed onset muscle soreness, but you may also have a serious condition known as rhabdomyolysis (or rhabdo). What is rhabdo? Rhabdo is caused by the breakdown of muscle fibers. This breakdown causes a protein called myoglobin to be released into the bloodstream, potentially leading to kidney failure.
21 June 2015
When your child is young, probably the best choice for their medical care is a pediatrician. The pediatrician is familiar with children's issues, and can make sure that your child gets the appropriate care. However, as your child grows older, they will need to transition from their pediatrician to a primary care physician who can take care of all their medical needs as they age and turn into adults. However, transitioning to a family physician from a pediatrician isn't always a nice, smooth process.
17 June 2015
Statistics show that 23.5 million Americans struggle to overcome a drug or alcohol addiction. With so many people fighting the addiction battle, treatment options are becoming more available than ever before. Unfortunately, some core beliefs could be standing in the way of recovery. Here are three beliefs that you need to set aside in order to overcome your own drug or alcohol addiction in the future. 1. The belief that sobriety will fix your problems
4 June 2015
Many people today deal with issues involving low self-esteem. This can have a negative impact on their personal, social and professional life. If you are experiencing this type of issue, it is important for you to find ways to improve the way you feel about yourself. Take Care of Yourself One of the first steps you should consider is your physical health. It is important to make sure you are taking care of yourself and that you have no medical or health related issues that may be contributing to the problem.
13 May 2015
One treatment for seizures that has shown some promise is biofeedback. Biofeedback is used to monitor your internal state so you can then make modifications to achieve the health results that you want. By monitoring your brain wave activity, you can know exactly the condition of your own brain. How Biofeedback Works Biofeedback requires that you wear sensors to see and hear your bodily sensations. You are then trained to change these sensations.
23 April 2015
Are you starting to go through menopause? If so, the changes in your body may be difficult to deal with. Hot flashes are a common symptom, but you could also be dealing with things like irritability, mood swings, and even depression. Your body is producing less estrogen, which could lead to real medical issues like weakened muscle and bone strength and difficulty getting a good night's sleep. While menopause is a natural life phase, you don't have to tolerate the symptoms.
20 April 2015
As women age many changes happen to their body. Wrinkles pop up on the face out of nowhere, breasts start to sag, and extra weight in the middle. If you are having any of these problems, you can fight Mother Nature by visiting a cosmetic surgeon. Breast Enhancement If your breasts are sagging, you can make them stand upright again by getting breast enhancement surgery. You can start out with breast implants, which is fat placed in your breasts to restore the volume.
15 April 2015
If you wear hearing aids, you probably already know the basics of keeping them maintained, such as storing them in a protective case when they aren't worn and not submerging your head in water with the hearing aids on. However, they also need to be cleaned on a regular basis. This will keep them in good condition and prevent you from having to replace them. Here are some tips for keeping your hearing aids clean.
9 April 2015