I've been a caretaker of an elderly woman with dementia for over two years. I've seen the effects of this mental affliction, and how devastating it can be to loved ones. This is why I am a firm believer in seeking a professional diagnosis, so the patient may receive necessary care and treatment. Once diagnosed at the onset of symptoms, a plan can be devised. Through social interaction and daily care, my charge has achieved a higher quality of life. If your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, you can make a difference. Love will find a way.
27 January 2015
When you are expecting your first child, you feel a constant mixture of excitement and fear. After all, you are no longer just responsible for yourself, but for the child you are about to bring into the world. As such, you are trying to do all that you can to prepare yourself for your child's birth. In order to be the best parent you can possibly be, there are certain skills that you should learn before your child is born.
23 January 2015
Every staff member at a heart center has an important job that is unique and vital to the operation of the facility. One particular doctor with a vital job that many people have very little interaction with is the cardiovascular (cardiac) anesthesiologist. This doctor is with you from the beginning to the end of your entire cardiac procedure, whether it is actual surgery, or just a diagnostic or therapeutic procedure.
21 January 2015
Do you suffer from chronic cold symptoms during certain times of the year? If so, you might suffer from a condition known as hay fever. According to Medicine Net, approximately 30% of people in the world suffer from this irritating condition, but there are treatment options. What Is Hay Fever? Hay fever is a condition that causes: Itchy, watery eyes Runny nose Sneezing Congestion Sinus pressure Hay fever resembles a common cold, but it is much harder to get rid of than a cold.
29 December 2014
In the year 2014, there were approximately 800,000 emergency room visits in the United States alone. What this means is that if you are going to the emergency room anywhere in the country, you can basically guarantee lengthy waits and a busy experience. Walk in clinics and urgent care centers offer the same kind of service and typically have some benefits over emergency rooms. Anybody who has a walk in clinic near them and wonders if they should visit the next time they find themselves with a pertinent health issue should read this guide, in order to learn some of the benefits of these clinics:
28 December 2014
It is important to protect your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays, and there are many sunglass choices on the market today. The lenses are usually made from the same materials, but you have many choices when it comes to the frames. You can find frames made with metal and plastic, but there are also frames that are made with renewable and recyclable materials you can purchase. Bio acetate