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Winter is just around the corner and you're a busy guy, revving up for the approaching holidays and that time of year when most of us hole up to wait out the weather. Take seven tips to look and feel your best during this season, paving the…

Although there are many debilitating behaviors that an individual can engage in, smoking is probably one of the worst. This is the case for several reasons, including the fact that smoking can be expensive and can also impair one's health.…

Diabetes is a condition that affects 18.2 million people in America. It can lead to life-threatening complications, but fortunately, you can prevent complications by managing this condition. Below are some tips that will help you manage…

Some patients are going to find that getting used to their new dentures is challenging, particularly for elderly patients. Adult children of older parents may be currently dealing with a variety of medical or physical…

Although toddlers only have their baby teeth as infants, caring for their teeth is still an important part to maintaining their health. Toddlers' teeth are just as prone to decay and disease without the proper care provided. With…

In the last several decades, numerous types of medical testing have helped doctors to make informed decisions about disease diagnosis and treatment. Today’s medical tests can diagnose everything from diabetes and hormonal deficiencies to…

Few people can break the cycle of addiction alone. Loved ones have a much better chance of recovering and staying sober for a lifetime after completing a rehabilitation program in a treatment center. These centers provide tools and support…

Using illicit drugs or abusing legal drugs leads to a number of serious effects on the body. When these substances are used for longer periods of time, the effects increase in number as well as severity. Many of the most…

Once you understand the importance of an organized, simple, clean, and happy home and have taken the right steps to have your home be a place of peace, you won't want it to change. It’s far too easy for people to slide…

Discovering that your teenage son or daughter is abusing a substance can be a shocking and painful revelation. Trends show that more teens are becoming addicted to drugs and alcohol, with the greatest rise being seen in kids from middle and…

Extensive procedural hours combined with unsatisfactory clinical equipment can place undue stress on both patients and healthcare providers in the dental workplace. Fortunately, risks to the health and well-being of both…

Often, when a patient went in for even minor surgery it was invasive, painful and might even have required a night in the hospital. On top of this, the surgery would require a recovery period that would keep the patient…

A chiropractor is a medical professional who primarily treats musculoskeletal and nervous system disorders. They treat conditions by moving and pushing bones inside of the joints and spine. Most people see chiropractors for back problems.…

In the minds of many people, “dentist” and “orthodontist” are synonymous. However, this isn't the case. A dentist focuses primarily on oral hygiene and health, treating and preventing problems with the mouth before they can occur. An…

Allergies and asthma attacks are a fact of life for many, but they don't have to make life totally miserable. If they get out of hand, allergies or asthma can not only cause discomfort, but they can lead to hospitalizations and other…

Addiction is a difficult disease to treat because it takes over every habit that you have, but with the right information it can be overcome. Addictions turn a healthy lifestyle upside down, and recovering from that addiction means turning…

A facial injury can have a negative effect on your appearance and impact your self-esteem. Fortunately, there are some things that you can do to improve your appearance after a facial injury. Depending on the size and severity of your…

It is vitally important to make sure that your child's health is regularly checked. Finding heath problems before they escalate will make them much easier to treat. When children start school, they need to be vaccinated and they will also…

If you've injured your foot recently, you'll want to do all you can to become fully mobile again in the shortest amount of time. Of course, it's also important to ensure that your foot is healing properly during your recuperation time. Here…

Recovering after a serious injury is a very frustrating time for many people. Some might feel confused by their symptoms or unsure of their doctor's orders. While some people might feel anxious about what to expect during their recovery…

Recovering from cancer is a huge milestone in any person's life. It means that it's time to move on and get back to your real life. Right? Not so fast. While yes, recovering from cancer should be celebrated, there are plenty of…

Pain warns us of injuries. It's a sensation that can normally be depended on to fade, but chronic pain defies this typical behavior. An underlying condition generates pain that never leaves. Managing chronic pain is a lifetime challenge,…

Keeping an active lifestyle is important at any age. However, there are some exercises that are a little too hard on seniors or people with compromised health. Low impact exercises are a great way to stay fit without putting too much…