Animals
How to Get Rid of Tick and Fleas on Pets
As a pet owner, it’s possible you might encounter ticks and fleas at some point. There are over ...
Animals
Here’s How to Print Real Photos in the Digital Age
Photographs have never been easier to take, and you no longer risk the expense of printing images that aren’t up to par. However, the digital age has also made it much more complicated to get prints of your favorite photos. Most areas don’t have a one-hour photo center anymore, and it’s no longer common for…
Recognizing the Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease
Living with Crohn’s disease can bring a host of complications and everyday difficulties. A chronic illness that affects 780,000 Americans, according to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, Crohn’s disease carries a lifetime of gastrointestinal woes. [1] It’s important to understand and identify what the most common symptoms of Crohn’s disease are in order to help…
A Guide to LASIK Eye Surgery and If It’s Right for You
LASIK stands for “laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis” and is the most common type of eye surgery. It’s performed to treat patients with nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. LASIK is similar to the other types of refractive surgery, in terms of the procedure where the cornea is reshaped to help it allow more light to enter the…
What’s the Difference Between Invisalign and SmileDirect
Crooked teeth are a common problem — and no one likes living with the side effects of an imperfect smile. From gaps to overlaps and slightly sideways to crowding, crooked teeth are a daily frustration that doesn’t leave a person wanting to smile. However, traditional braces aren’t the only option for fixing teeth. Two popular…
Understanding HIV Symptoms and Treatments
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus and is spread throughout the body. It is transmitted by blood, semen, pre-seminal fluid, rectal fluids, vaginal fluids, or breast milk of a person with HIV. AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) is an advanced stage of HIV infection. Overview HIV is a virus that attacks and destroys CD4 cells, these…
Choosing an Infant Formula When Breastfeeding Isn’t an Option
All parents want the best for their child, this can include the option to breastfeed their child as there are expert studies that recommend breast milk as the best source of nutrients for a baby’s immune system. [1] While most mothers choose to breastfeed their child, not all women have that option. The reasons vary from…
Recognizing COPD and Emphysema Symptoms
All packs of cigarettes have gruesome warning labels that adorn the back of its packet. One of the most common ailments that the label indicates is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Unfortunately, although this disease does disproportionally affect smokers, it does appear in people who have never smoked a day in their lives. COPD is…
Understanding Early Warning Signs of Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation can be frightening or intimidating to some people who may be experiencing the symptoms for the very first time. Atrial fibrillation is an irregular, rapid heartbeat that occurs because the two upper chambers of the heart are beating out of coordination with the heart’s two lower chambers. [1] Episodes of atrial fibrillation come…
Worst U.S. Cities to Visit with Asthma
Asthma is a serious breathing condition that involves the constriction and swelling of airways, as well as excess production of mucus, which makes breathing difficult or problematic. It’s considered a chronic condition that can worsen with time or in response to environmental factors if it goes untreated. About 25 million people in the United States…
Insulin Pump Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes
People living with Type 2 diabetes are required to have extensive knowledge about syringes, blood glucose levels, and insulin. Type 2 diabetes requires the person to check their blood several times a day and adjust their meals accordingly. Some people have accepted this daily math and calculations as just as part of their life. Others…