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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Genetic Testing: How It Can Benefit You
21 July 2015
Most people only go to the doctor when they are injured or feeling sick. However, preventive medicine is becoming more and more important. In fact, anyone, including single adults of any age, parents, or expecting parents, can benefit from all of the information and preventive medicine opportunities that genetic testing can offer. Then, you can choose between the various offerings from different genetic testing companies so that you can have all of the medical information you need to keep yourself and your family healthy for years to come.
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Cataract Surgery Basics You Should Know Before Your Appointment
15 July 2015
Cataracts create cloudy pockets of poor, hazy vision that can make it hard for you to see and function through your day-to-day life. If your optometrist has suggested that you seek surgery to treat cataracts, it's only natural to feel a bit apprehensive. After all, any kind of surgery on your eyes is a pretty big deal. When you understand the procedure and the expected recovery process, you can be better prepared to work through it.
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Don't Let Heat Rash Get Under Your Skin: Treat And Prevent It
22 June 2015
Your body's cooling system works on the principle that as a liquid evaporates, it absorbs heat from its surroundings. Thus, as beads of sweat form on your skin, your body's heat causes them to evaporate, and then they carry the heat away. However, if your sweat glands get dirty and clogged, they can get irritated and a heat rash, also known as prickly heat, can form. If you see this happening, you need to take steps to treat the outbreak and prevent future rashes.
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Is Liposuction a Better Alternative to Breast Reduction Surgery?
11 June 2015
If you're tired of dealing with shoulder pain, backaches, and pointed stares or comments about the size of your chest, you might be seriously considering surgery to reduce the size of your breasts. While this surgery has been life-changing for many women, it's not without its own downsides, and you may wonder whether there are any effective alternatives to this procedure. In fact, liposuction -- often thought of only in connection with jiggly thighs or a post-pregnancy belly -- may be able to give you the smaller and perkier chest you've always desired.
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Don't Let Your Wheelchair Slow You Down: 4 Places To Have A Fantastic Vacation
5 June 2015
If you've always wanted to go on a vacation, but have always been held back by your disability and your wheelchair, it's time to get out of your comfort zone. There are numerous spots across the country that are perfect for vacationing alone, with your significant other or your family, even if you're in a wheelchair. Don't let your disability keep you from having fun and making a lifetime of memories with your loved ones.