Have you ever thought about how much you do for yourself in terms of managing your health? Although it can be easy to point the finger at doctors and nurses, the fact of the matter is that you are the one who goes to the doctor, fills prescriptions, and follows or decides not to follow lifestyle advice. I began considering various ways that people impact their own health for good or bad, and it was immediately clear to me that I had some things I needed to change. I started focusing more on handling medical concerns, and this blog is here to help you to do the same.
Posted on: 3 May 2019
When you're in charge of managing the inventory at a local convenience store, it's always a good idea to think about what items are worthwhile to add. Given the focus that many people have on eating healthy, it can be a good idea to sell a small amount of fresh produce at your location. Before you move forward with this idea, here are some pros and cons that you can evaluate.
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Posted on: 3 May 2019
Your dentist may recommend that your child has X-rays done at some point to identify potential problems that might interfere with the permanent teeth erupting properly. Impacted teeth can be caught early on an X-ray before they've had time to cause pain and infections. Here's why an impacted tooth can be a problem and how your dentist might treat it.
Why An Impacted Tooth Might Need Treatment
An impacted tooth is one that is either blocked from erupting or that is crooked and not growing straight up through the available space.
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Posted on: 3 May 2019
One of the more important types of doctors today is a cardiologist. They specialize in heart health, which is important to focus on as you start getting older. Here are three common reasons why you might want to see a cardiologist on a regular basis.
Family History of Heart Problems
Your heart may be completely healthy now, but there may be a long history of heart-related problems in your family. It's important that you don't ignore this family history, as it could be a good indication of what you'll face later on in life.
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Posted on: 2 May 2019
If you are a heavy snorer, then you may unknowingly have obstructive sleep apnea. This condition can cause periodic apneic, or breathing cessation episodes to occur during sleep. If not recognized and treated, obstructive sleep apnea can raise your risk for cardiovascular disease and excessive daytime sleepiness.
If you snore and believe you have sleep apnea, see your doctor, who can recommend effective snoring treatments. In the meantime, here are some natural treatments you can try to help minimize snoring and subsequent sleep apnea:
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