We all know the basics of how to lose weight. Say it with me… “it takes proper exercise and a healthy diet”. Of course, it’s not quite as simple in practice. When it comes to your diet, health awareness and…
CPOD, short for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a serious lung disease. Smoking is the main cause of COPD. While that’s the highest risk factor, you can still get lung disease if you are frequently exposed to irritating gases or…
For many, the main purpose of a mattress is to help you get a good, comfortable night’s sleep. For others, however, a mattress may serve a medical purpose. One example of this is a pressure reducing mattress that helps relieve…
Sometimes when you need medical treatment, you can’t drive yourself. Maybe it’s due to a chronic medical condition you have. Or maybe it’s an emergency and you need help getting to a hospital or other medical facility. Or taking a…
Have trouble scooting around? Well, then maybe an electric scooter is in your near future. Electric scooters are three or 4-wheeled motorized vehicles that can help a person who cannot walk go from one location to their destination. These are…
Seniors have a higher chance of having osteoarthritis than younger people do. It’s just a part of aging for many. Older people get osteoarthritis because the protective cartilage that cushions the edge of the bones wears down as we get…
When we are talking about rehabilitation, many things come into our minds. Such as substance abuse rehabilitation, physical rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and many others. Nevertheless, most of them, if not all, are for restoring our health, be it physical or…
Palliative care is for those with a life-threatening illness. It’s care aimed at improving the quality of life of the patient. You may receive palliative care in a hospital, nursing home, palliative clinic, or even your home. A common…
Hospital beds are not like regular beds. They’re pricey. But can be a huge help in certain medical situations. Hospital beds have some features that standard beds do not have. Some of these features may include side rails, gel cushioning,…
Many people swear by their CPAP machines. And if you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) your doctor may recommend one for you. CPAP, short for continuous positive airway pressure, therapy is one of the leading treatments, along with oral…
