Why a Walk-In Urgent Care Clinic is a Better Option Than the ER
There are many circumstances where waiting for an appointment to see a normal doctor just isn’t going to cut it, but too often people choose to go to the emergency room where there is a convenient walk-in urgent care option available. In fact, according to the results of one study, somewhere around 44 to 65…
How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Far More Than Just Your Sleep
Have you been falling asleep at the drop of a hat? Do you wake up feeling unrested? Has your partner or roommate been grumbling about how noisy your snores and/or breathing is when you sleep? You might have sleep apnea, which affects around 18 million Americans. Though sleep apnea is common, you should be seeking…
Four Tips for Finding the Right Assisted Living Home for a Parent
Growing old is a part of life. And with growing old, comes a time that you (or your loved one) no longer has the level of independence that they once had. When it is time for your mother or father to get more assistance with life than they used to need, finding the best senior…
Peace of Mind Is a Top Priority When it Comes to Senior Care Around the Country
Senior care can be very important. When someone grows old, they often are not able to take care of themselves the way they used to be. There is often a decline in health that is associated with aging, and people are often just not able to function as well as they used to be on…
Listener’s Guide to Preventing Hearing Loss
Part of getting older is experiencing a loss in certain senses, such as sight and smell. Ear nose and throat problems also become more common as you age. Some of these are unpreventable, but when it comes to hearing loss, there are several precautions you can take to minimize your risk of experiencing hearing loss…
What You Need to Know About Drug Abuse Rehab Centers
Addiction and mental illnesses are no joke, and in fact, many times they go hand-in-hand. People with a mental illness are twice as likely to abuse drugs compared to the general population. At least 20% of people with a mental illness have a co-occurring substance abuse problem. Similarly, people with substance use problems are up…
The Power of Drug Rehab Centers
According to some reports, nearly 50,000 deaths are in some way linked to substance abuse each year in Canada. The problem costs the nation?s healthcare system about $8 billion each year and yet many people are unaware of the seriousness of the epidemic or how to help address the problem. Drug rehab centers are one…
Affording IVF Treatments for a Successful Conception
Dealing with issues of fertility is often a long and confusing process. You constantly hear about accidental pregnancies and everyone around you seems to be getting pregnant. Yet, you waited until it was the right time in your life, and it seems you are unable to conceive. Fortunately, medical advances have found infertility options to…