A hearing aid is a small device that can make a big difference in your life. If your hearing is declining, your doctor will most likely recommend getting a hearing aid in order to restore your hearing so you can continue to do normal day-to-day activities. Continue reading to learn more about what to expect after getting a hearing aid and how to adjust: Your Hearing Aid May Feel Odd at First
21 February 2017
Medicare can seem complicated to the casual observer and be a bit difficult to understand, but it can really be a lifesaver when you have expensive medical needs. The case in question is one of durable medical equipment, which can be critical to the successful treatment of medical needs but can be sometimes impossible to afford on your own. Here are some of the criteria used by Medicare to decide if your medical equipment falls under the heading of "
21 February 2017
Seeing an OB/GYN might not be your favorite part of the year, but having an annual appointment is important if you want to be screened for STD's, if you want to have your pap smear and if you otherwise want to focus on your health. Luckily, there are a few ways that you can make your appointment go better each year. 1. Switch Doctors If you find that you always have a sense of dread every time that you schedule your OB/GYN appointment, you may want to consider switching to another doctor.
30 January 2017
Given that it has recently been estimated that at least 7% of people in the U.S. suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, at some time in their lives, it only makes sense that effectively treating the issue should be of the utmost importance. However, there is not a one-size-fits-all treatment option available, and both the severity and symptoms of PTSD can vary tremendously from one person to the next. Therefore, it is crucial to remember that if you have recently been diagnosed with PTSD and would prefer to avoid medication or the medication you are taking is not helping you, acupuncture is a viable treatment option that has benefited many PTSD sufferers in recent years.
19 January 2017
If you are currently searching for employment within the healthcare field, here are three tips to utilize that will help you find a job within your desired field. Put Your Resume Up Online One of the first things that you are going to want to do is post your resume online. You can post your resume online on a generic job searching site, such as LinkedIn or CareerBuilder, as well as a more health-care focused job searching site.
9 January 2017
If you've been an avid coffee or caffeinated soda drinker for years, you may be dismayed to find that the drinks you love no longer love you back -- causing heart palpitations, nausea, unpleasant digestive symptoms, or even a rash after consumption. What can you do to isolate these symptoms to one specific ingredient you're consuming, and (short of going cold turkey) is there anything you can do to manage your symptoms?
6 January 2017