I have had diabetes my entire life, and I am very thankful for the fact that modern medical discoveries have helped me live a happy, healthy life despite my disease. I have had to watch what I eat and take medications daily for most of my life, and while i used to feel like I was "missing out" when other children were able to eat sugary candy and I wasn't, I eventually learned that sugar-free candy tastes great. I am always keeping up on the latest diabetes research, and while researching, I have also learned about many other diseases and ailments and how they are treated and controlled. I know others are too busy to browse a bunch of medical websites, like I like to do, so I decided to start a blog that others can visit that contains information on a variety of medical topics all in one place!
Modern Medicine Saves Lives Every Day
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Need Home Health Care But Cannot Afford It? Look Into A Reverse Mortgage
6 October 2015
Medicare can be helpful for seniors for a variety of reasons, but it does not always cover the complete costs of home health care. Seniors that need help with daily tasks might not be ready to move to a senior care facility, but they also might not be in a position where they can afford the costs of home health care. If you are in this position, you might want to consider getting a reverse mortgage.
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Health Conditions That Can Be Bettered by Weight Loss
21 September 2015
When many people think about losing weight, they do so for reasons that are mainly aesthetic, or appearance based. However, the reality is that if a person is overweight or obese, the benefits of losing weight are far more extensive than just improving looks. Weight loss can actually help to alleviate certain medical conditions or, at the very least, improve them. While many people rely on medications and other interventions to manage such conditions, basic lifestyle changes may be just the ticket.
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Why Some Patients Are Singing To Their Surgeons During Brain Cancer Surgery
31 August 2015
Patients are having too much fun during their brain cancer surgeries, and it's creeping doctors out a little bit. Don't you imagine for a minute that doctors will put an end to patients' operating room shenanigans, though. Here's why patients who sing, play guitar, and chat with their surgeons during operations are actually helping their doctors out. Being awake for part of their surgeries helps with brain mapping. Cancer surgeons have refined their knowledge about the function and importance of the various areas of our brains.
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Nursing A Sports Injury? Here Are Three People To Get You Results
14 August 2015
Developing a sports injury, whether through an awkward collision on the rec league basketball court, a muscle strain during a round of golf or pain that results from another mishap, can quickly limit your mobility and even dampen your quality of life. While it might be in your nature to shrug off the pain or take some pills for the discomfort, you're not getting any closer to having the problem fixed until you see a health professional.
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Signs You May Be Havig Trouble With Your Eyesight
3 August 2015
Your eyesight can change at a very slow rate. When it does this, it can be hard for you to notice the differences taking place. You can have somewhat bad eyesight and not even realize it. This is why you should familiarize yourself with some signs that you may need to wear corrective lenses. If you begin to notice any of the signs detailed below, it's a good idea to make an appointment to see your optometrist as soon as possible.