"A little information's not too much to give. We've got to tell lovers how to love and let live," sang the lyrics of Olivia Newton-John's 1980's safe sex anthem called "Love and Let Live..The message of the song is still really important for lovers to understand. It's imperative that you inform your boyfriend or girlfriend of several things before things get intimate. The Status of Your Latest STD Test If you have had sex in the past, you should always get an STD test before you engage in intercourse or even oral sex with a new partner.
16 December 2015
Dealing with an allergy to an insect can be challenging and sometimes frightening because insects are small and can be hard to see. For someone that is intensely allergic to fire ants, avoiding them can mean staying indoors most of the time or avoiding walking in the grass altogether. If you suffer with a severe allergy fire ant stings, learning more whole body extract immunotherapy is a good idea. Doing Away With Your Fire Ant Allergy For Good
1 December 2015
You may know arthritis to be an ailment that primarily older people have, but children can have it, too. Rheumatoid arthritis, a degenerative auto-immune disorder, can happen to a child of any age. Unfortunately, its early warning symptoms are often confused for simple growing pains, delaying treatment for the disease. If you're worried about your child's pain, this guide will help you to discern whether your child is simply getting bigger or if they have juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
13 November 2015
Moles are areas of hyperpigmentation on the body. The problem with moles is well known – they can develop into cancerous growths. Just about everyone has freckles or moles, and not all moles are a cause for concern. The following guide can help you keep a watchful eye on any moles you may have so that you know when it is time to visit your doctor for a more thorough checkup.
29 October 2015
Do you have red patches on your skin that are elevated and itchy? You may want to make a prompt doctor's appointment to get the patches tested in case they are basal cell carcinomas (skin cancer), as you may need to undergo skin cancer surgery. Find out in this article about basal cell carcinomas and what getting treated is estimated to cost. What Should Be Known About Basal Cell Carcinomas?
28 October 2015
You're looking forward to going home from the hospital after your total hip replacement. Walking again without pain was a motivation for having the surgery, but you have to get through an extensive recovery first. You'll be more successful recovering at home if you employ the services of a home health care company. Here is how these services are best used in your home to get you back up on your feet again.
14 October 2015
Some elderly people develop osteoporosis of the spine, which causes extreme pain. This condition can worsen and cause you to suffer a fracture of vertebral bones in your spine that thereafter collapse. When your vertebrae collapses, it affects your posture. You assume a stooped stance, which causes you to lose height. Your pain level then becomes increasingly unbearable. Kyphoplasty surgical procedure can offer you relief from this painful condition. What Is Kyphoplasty?
29 September 2015
If you were involved in a car accident, you might have thought about going to the emergency room to have yourself checked out for any potential injuries. However, you probably haven't yet thought about scheduling an appointment with a chiropractor, especially if you don't get chiropractic care on a regular basis. However, even if you have never sought this type of care before, now is the time to set an appointment.
12 September 2015
It's important for you to floss your teeth to remove food particles and plaque buildup from between your teeth. If left in place, plaque can lead to cavities and it can also cause bad breath. However, not everyone can easily maneuver dental floss, and this can lead to an important dental care step being skipped over. If you are a person that can't seem to master working with regular dental floss, you'll want to learn about the different tools available that help you achieve the same results, along with tips to make the process easier.
27 August 2015
Concussions can happen for a variety of reasons, but one thing's certain– treating a concussion the right way will require you to start a care routine. Here are some things that you can do to promote brain healing after a concussion. Reduce Pressure and Swelling With a brain trauma like a concussion, it's important to keep swelling to a minimum. There's only a small window of space between the brain and the surrounding skull, so brain swelling can quickly produce a lot of pressure.
12 August 2015