Treatment Options for Painful, Recurring Headaches

Posted on: 1 July 2015

In recent years, mental health professionals have been working to develop a diagnostic test that relies on assessing how patient's eyes track various images and objects to make a fast, accurate diagnosis of schizophrenia. Future assessments could potentially lead to a quicker diagnosis of not only schizophrenia, but other mental illnesses as well, which will allow patients to begin efficient treatment sooner.  If you are at risk for a mental illness, you may wonder whether you can count on your regular eye exams to screen for mental health issues and whether your regular eye exams will change as a result of this research. [Read More]

Posted on: 16 June 2015

The vestibular system is a system in the body that is responsible for controlling balance as well as movement that occurs behind the eye; it is generally associated with parts of the brain and the inner ear. There are numerous disorders associated with the vestibular system that can result in negative side effects. This brief article will aim at elucidating 4 such disorders and how an audiologist, or a medical staff member that specializes in addressing the inner ear, can help you cope with such disorders, or even snuff them out completely. [Read More]

Posted on: 1 June 2015

Barbecuing has long been a fun American pastime between families and their friends. In fact, 80% of American households own a grill and approximately 97% of those households use their grill. Summer often sees the most grill use, particularly around the Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Memorial Day. If you are planning a summer barbecue, there are a few things you need to know to make it as fun and safe as possible, especially if anyone has any allergies. [Read More]

Posted on: 14 May 2015

If the sun has robbed your skin of its youthful appearance, you may want to consider visiting a cosmetic dermatologist to find out if a chemical peel might be helpful for you. Chemical peels are professional treatments that are used for many types of issues with the skin, and there are many types available for you to choose from. What Is a Chemical Peel? A chemical peel involves placing a solution over your entire face, except for your eyes and mouth. [Read More]