2016

Does Exposure To Common Chemicals Affect Thyroid Function?

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According to a report in 2009, in the United States, approximately 4.6% of children 12 years old or over has a thyroid disorder. It could be because of certain chemical exposures they are in contact with daily. The toxins can be found in many items you don't suspect as being a danger to your family. Flame Retardant Studies have indicated low doses of some flame-retardant chemicals can alter the thyroid hormones.

26 July 2016

3 Tips To Soothe The Pain From A Urinary Tract Infection

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If you suddenly feel a lot of pressure, pain, and burning when you urinate and around your vaginal area, you may be developing a urinary tract infection (UTI). Having a UTI can be very painful and typically requires taking antibiotics to treat; however, there are times when you might get a UTI and not be able to go to the doctor right away. If you are waiting for your doctor's clinic to open and need some relief in the meantime, you may want to try these three things.

26 July 2016

Problems With Sudden Incontinence? 4 Things You Need To Know About Pelvic Organ Prolapse

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If you're a woman, you are at risk for developing a medical condition known as pelvic organ prolapse. This disorder occurs when the pelvic organs – such as your bladder or bowels – drop from their normal position and protrude through the pelvic wall. In most cases, pelvic organ prolapse – or POP – occurs after surgery or child birth, especially when there have been multiple pregnancies. There are four different types of pelvic organ prolapse.

26 July 2016

From The Ground Up -- 5 Tips For Designing An Accessible Home

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When looking for an accessible home, it's often easier to design your own layout rather than try to remodel an existing house. You can control the accessibility features easier and also tailor the home to your preferences and needs. If you're in the position to be planning your own accessible home, here are 5 tips for any homeowner. Learn the ADA standards. The Department of Justice has a number of recommendations (mandatory elements of certain buildings) for accessibility that you can use to help guide you and your contractor in how wide to make traffic areas (such as the 60"

8 July 2016

3 Things That You Shouldn't Wear To Your First Pregnancy Abdominal Ultrasound

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If you are getting ready for your very first pregnancy abdominal ultrasound, you are probably pretty excited about seeing your little one for the first time. The last thing that might be on your mind is what you are going to be wearing  to the appointment, but wearing the right clothing can make the whole event a lot more comfortable. These are a few things that you will not want to wear to your first pregnancy ultrasound.

7 July 2016

Looking At Dupuytren's Contracture And What You Can Do About It

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People dealing with hand problems may have serious problems with day-to-day activities, especially those with conditions like Dupuytren's contracture. In some cases of Dupuytren's contracture, sufferers do not realize the changes in their hands right away because they happen gradually over time. However, some people can have severe problems with this conditions because it disfigures the hands, making it hard to use them. Check out these facts about Dupuytren's contracture and what you can do about it.

20 June 2016

Tips For Creating A Drug Addiction Recovery Plan

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Completing a treatment program at a drug rehab facility is just one of the steps you can take on the road to recovery from an addiction. Once you return home, transitioning into real life can be challenging. Because of this, it is important to have a strategy in place to help you cope with difficulties that you can face. Here are some steps to include in your recovery plan. Stay Involved in an Outpatient Treatment Program

10 June 2016

5 Physical Therapy Myths Debunked

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Physical therapy is a way to treat and rehabilitate patients who have trouble with mobility due to an injury, neurological condition, or age. If your doctor recommends physical therapy for you, you may struggle to find the right information due to myths. Here are common physical therapy myths: Myth: You need a referral to see a physical therapist Fact: While your doctor may recommend that you see a physical therapist, you don't need a referral to see one.

10 June 2016

Should Your Dog Live Outside?

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Many older people remember well when dogs mainly lived outside. In fact, those pets who had their own space in the living room or family room were somewhat rare. If you are considering going back to the "good old days," you need to think again. Outdoor living can harm your beloved dog. Temperature You can provide a comfortable dog house, but that may not be enough to keep certain breeds warm enough in the wintertime.

2 June 2016

Three Things Parents Need To Know About Spondylolysis

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Gymnastics is a fun extra-curricular activity for children, but it can lead to many painful injuries, including spondylolysis. Spondylolysis is a fracture or defect of the pars interarticularis, a part of the spinal vertebrae. Here are three things parents need to know about spondylolysis. How does spondylolysis occur? Spondylolysis is often caused by a stress fracture to the pars interarticularis. This is a thin piece of bone that connects the spine's facet joints.

2 June 2016