2016

7 Sunscreen Mistakes You Need To Avoid

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It is common knowledge that wearing sunscreen is one of the most effective ways to prevent skin cancer. However, it is possible to apply it incorrectly and not receive the desired benefits. Be more mindful when applying sunscreen so that your skin does not suffer. Here are seven common sunscreen mistakes you need to avoid: Using the Same Sunscreen Too Long  Just like most other things, sunscreen is not as effective after a certain amount of time.

11 May 2016

A Few Ways A Pediatric Plastic Surgeon Can Help Your Child

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Most parents will not have the need for a pediatric plastic surgeon. However, if your child has physical abnormalities or deformities that are disrupting some normal functions or causing mental anguish due to bullying, you do have the option of having them corrected. Here are three of the more common problems children have that can be fixed with plastic surgery. Hemangioma A hemangioma is a collection of blood vessels that appear as a colored lump on the skin.

29 March 2016

What You Can Expect In An ADHD Assessment For Your Child

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If you have a child that will be assessed for ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, you might find yourself wondering just what to expect. To help ease your mind and to help you become a little more prepared for the appointment, you will want to check out the following points. You Will Be Asked A Lot Of Questions While sitting in the doctor's office with your child, you will be asked a lot of questions regarding how your child acts at home, in public, and at school.

29 March 2016

Three Tips For Avoiding Ingrown Toenails

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On average, a person in the United States takes about 5,117 steps a day, according to a research study conducted in 2010. While this may be a lot of walking, imagine how difficult it would be if you would have an ingrown toenail. Ingrown toenails can be very painful and cause an infection in your foot if not taken care of quickly. The best way to deal with it is to prevent them altogether.

22 February 2016

Why Your Neck Hurts Now From An Accident Days Ago

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You had a minor car accident on your way to work a few days ago. There was no major damage to the cars and everyone involved was OK. Today you have a splitting headache. This is a classic sign of your body's delayed response to an injury. A trip to an auto accident chiropractor who specializes in whiplash injuries will get rid of the pain. Here is why you're in pain now and what the chiropractor can do to relieve you of those headaches.

15 February 2016

How To Prevent Spider And Varicose Veins

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Spider and varicose veins are those unsightly veins that can appear in your legs and sometimes even on your face. They can appear for a number of reasons, such as obesity, lack of exercise, hereditary, hormonal changes and even sun damage. There are things you can do in some cases to help prevent these veins from appearing. Weight Loss And Exercise The added weight on your legs can be causing too much pressure on your legs.

5 February 2016

Dealing With Your Volleyball-Related Shoulder Injury

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When you are an avid and dedicated volleyball player, you know that the strength and the range of motion in your arms and shoulders are among the most important in practice and in games. As such, if you suffer a shoulder injury like a strained muscle, torn ligament, or even a dislocation, then you may find yourself in a problematic predicament. Before you push through the pain and do yourself an even worse injury, get to know some of the steps that you should take for proper shoulder injury rehabilitation so that you can get healed and get back on the court.

18 January 2016

3 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your 3D Ultrasound

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If you really want to see what your baby looks like, instead of scheduling a regular ultrasound, see if you can schedule a 3D ultrasound instead. A 3D ultrasound will allow you to really see your baby's features and get a sense of what your baby will look like long before they arrive. Here are some tips that will help you get the most out of your 3D ultrasound. Start Drinking Water Well In Advance Of Your Appointment

3 January 2016