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Monthly Archives: February 2017
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February 24, 2017Anyone who has ever developed a hernia knows how much pain is involved. Hernias are present when one or more organs extend outside the cavity where they are normally located. When surgery is necessary to correct the situation, many day to day activities must be curtailed during the healing process. That includes exercise. Several factors impact how long you need to wait before beginning to exercise again. Here are some examples to keep in mind.
The Location and Severity of the Hernia
There is more than one type of hernia. Some are serious enough to require more time for healing to take place. Others may not have been that bad at first, but because -
February 10, 2017Many people assume that they will never experience incontinence. In fact, this type of health issue can strike just about anyone. Among the many conditions that can lead to incontinence as one of the symptoms, these four stand out.
Types 1 and 2 Diabetes
There is no doubt that diabetes in any form increases the potential for urinary incontinence. This is especially true when blood glucose levels are not properly controlled with a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. Part of the increased risk has to do with an overactive bladder. Depending on what the diabetic drinks, the desire to urinate may come out of nowhere, leaving little time to -
February 02, 2017Skinned knees, cuts, headaches, and all sorts of things can happen at home. While some of those injuries or hurts will need medical attention, others can be managed at home. Even if there is the need to seek medical help, a well-stocked first aid kit will come in handy. Here are some of the more important medical supplies that need to be part of that kit.
Taking Care of Open Wounds
There are all sorts of ways to sustain cuts at home. Perhaps an over zealous pet with long nails left a deep scratch on an arm. Maybe a family member happened to trip and land on a glass tabletop. Whatever the reason, the fact is there is now an open wound that needs
