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  • Brides On Wheels: Three Ways To Make Your Wheelchair Wedding Ready

    The thought of going down the aisle can bring mixed emotions for brides in wheelchairs. You've probably been dreaming about your wedding for years, or at least since you became engaged. You want your guests to see your happiness, not focus on your wheelchair. Here are four approaches brides in wheelchairs can take to manage their wheelchairs on that special day.  Dress It Up As a bride in a wheelchair, you are already unique. [Read More]

  • 3 Reasons To See The Eye Doctor Regularly

    Many people know how important it is to go to the doctor for a physical often. Preventative care is very important for your body. However, many people fail to realize just how important it is to see the eye doctor regularly. Seeing the eye doctor is vital to your health. Here are some reasons you should be seeing the eye doctor. 1. To Update Prescriptions If you wear glasses or contacts you need to see the eye doctor often to make sure that you have the prescription. [Read More]

  • Four Ways To Prepare Yourself For An Outdoor Summer Music Festival

    If you're a true music enthusiast, music festivals are probably the hallmark of your summer. Having a number of your favorite artists come together for a weekend to play at a single venue is a profound experience. Plus, nothing in the world can match the energy you experience while standing outside with thousands of other fans while watching great artists perform on a beautiful summer day. However, the summer heat can also be harsh, especially when you're packed into the middle of a dancing crowd. [Read More]

  • 4 Things You Should Know About Radiation Treatment

    If you suffer from leukemia or other forms of cancer, one of the best bets you have toward the road to recovery is to engage in radiation treatment. Radiation treatment can provide you with numerous benefits and can often times place cancer in remission, especially if the cancerous growth is caught early. There are also numerous side effects that radiation treatment can cause to your body. Throughout the course of this brief article, you will learn about 4 specific things you should know about radiation treatment. [Read More]

  • 7 Tips For Preventing Glaucoma

    Glaucoma can eventually lead to blindness and is quite common among Americans. In fact, about 3 million people in the United States have this eye disease, according to the Glaucoma Research Foundation. Although anyone can develop glaucoma, it is more common in people over the age of 60. The thought of developing this eye disease is scary, but you can do things to lower your risk. Here are seven helpful tips for preventing glaucoma: [Read More]

  • Understanding The RICE Theory For Sprains And Strains

    If you've suffered your first ever muscle sprain or strain, the local walk in clinic will most likely recommend that you follow the "RICE" plan. The acronym "RICE" is used to reference the steps in the treatment process, which are rest, ice, compression and elevation. If this process is new to you, you may not understand what the process means. Here's a look at the basics to help you understand what you should do. [Read More]

  • Visual Imagery: A Natural Way To Reduce Chronic Pain

    Chronic pain is something that affects 100 million Americans, but pain is not something that affects everyone the same. If you struggle with chronic pain, the way it affects you has a lot to do with how your brain processes and handles the pain in your body. You can turn to a variety of different treatment options for managing the pain, but some options are less common than others. Visual imagery is one of these options you could try. [Read More]

  • Care For Your Disabled Adult Child At Home By Meeting Your Needs, Too

    Recently, the Hooper family from New Zealand made international headlines with their decision to seek surgical and hormonal treatment for their severely disabled child. This treatment is preventing her from growing any larger and going through puberty, and has been done in an effort to make it easier for the Hoopers to continue caring for her as she grows into adulthood. If you are the parent of a severely disabled child, you have undoubtedly considered how you will cope in the future, once your child is an adult. [Read More]

  • How Diabetes Affects Your Teeth And Your Ability To Get Dental Implants

    One of the main challenges of living with diabetes is finding ways to control your blood sugar. This is often done by taking insulin, but it can also be accomplished through healthy lifestyle choices. Failing to control your blood sugar levels can lead to a variety of different health issues, including problems with your teeth. This can lead to cavities forming on your teeth, gum disease, and tooth loss. If you have had a hard time with maintaining healthy teeth, you should know that dental implants are an effective form of tooth replacement, even for people with diabetes. [Read More]

  • What Natural Treatments Can Help Manage Your IBS Symptoms?

    If you've recently been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you may be relieved to finally put a name to the periodic constipation, diarrhea, and other unpleasant digestive symptoms that have been plaguing you for some time. However, even with medication to help manage the underlying ailment, you may desire additional relief from your recurring symptoms without turning to even more drugs. Read on to learn more about several alternatives to help manage your condition in a natural way. [Read More]