Managing Your Personal Healthcare

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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Posted on: 2 May 2019

There is a great need for correctional healthcare today as the incarceration rates go up every year. If you manage one of these facilities and are looking to improve it for everyone involved, consider working with a correctional healthcare consultant. They can help in so many impactful ways.  Customized Training  Working at a correctional healthcare facility is a lot different than a traditional medical facility, as there are potential risks from inmates.
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