Author: Health and Fitness
6 Tips for a Better Experience with Your Flu Shot
Influenza, or the flu, is pretty common in the United States and around the world. It has been estimated that anywhere between 5% and 20% of people around the country will contract the flu every year. In an effort to avoid this, many of us get flu shots. There are some things you can do…
What Can a Medical Supply Store Provide for You?
Staying healthy can sometimes be a bit of a challenge, especially in today’s society, which is full of things that can be hazardous to our health. We indulge in foods that taste good but are not good for our bodies, the shrinking world brings more people into closer proximity with different illnesses and diseases, and…
Get Away Somewhere New to Try Out Different Local Food
Sometimes you just need to get away. Whether you are overworked and overstressed from your job, or your home projects and community obligations seem to be getting out of control, it is definitely worth it to take some time for yourself every once in awhile. The society in which we live is built upon this…
Feeling Pain in Your Posterior While Bike Riding? Here’s How to Fix It
Over the past 12 years, states have witnessed a surprising 46% increase in the number of people commuting by bicycle. This development is great for both the cardiovascular health of the bicyclists and the environment, but there is a potential problem that must be addressed. Regular bicyclists are already aware the difference comfortable bike seats…
Are Your Wisdom Teeth Coming in? Why Dentists Will Recommend Having Them Removed
Every year, five million people in the United States have their wisdom teeth removed. This includes those with impacted wisdom teeth as well as those with wisdom teeth that are able to develop normally. It’s important to note that this is an outpatient procedure which is performed at a dental office. Wisdom teeth, as you…
Five Ways to Increase the Comfort of your CPAP Machine
Sleep apnea is an under recognized and common medical disorder. According to the National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research, approximately 38,000 deaths occur on an annual basis that relates to cardiovascular problems that in one way or another are connected to sleep apnea. Although there are machines available to reduce risk, as many as 80%…
3 Natural TMJ Treatments to Alleviate Pain
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) is a broad term covering pain and dysfunction of the muscles that move the jaw and the joints that connect the mandible to the skull. It’s both painful and inconvenient and can severely impact your quality of life due to chronic headaches if you aren’t getting the right TMJ treatment. If…
A Beginner’s Guide to a Breast Self-Exam
Chances are you may know someone who has been affected by breast cancer. Whether it is a friend or a family member who has been affected, breast cancer is something that touches all of our hearts. For some cases, breast cancer can be prevented by simply administering a self-breast exam. This is to be done…