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Do you remember the last time you realized that you were having serious health problems? I have never been someone who was completely in-tune with their own health, which is probably why I began focusing more on getting enough exercise and dieting properly. I started working with my doctor to get things on track, and I was really impressed with how many different options there were to help me to improve my health. This blog is all about choosing better medical care and knowing when to take hold of your health. Check out this blog to learn how to manage your own health.

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Are You Addicted To Risky Behavior? It Could Be Easy To Develop A Drug Addiction

13 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

It's often said that those who have so-called addictive personalities can easily become addicted to drugs. Thus, it's important to identify if you fit into this category so that you can act accordingly — namely, to never even try drugs once, given the high probability that you'll get hooked. One sign of having an addictive personality is that you're addicted to risky behavior. On its own, this form of addiction can be dangerous, given that you may consistently be putting your safety at risk. Read More …

Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy

13 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Diabetes is a very complicated disease, and a person with diabetes will need to have several doctors, including a primary care physician, an endocrinologist, a podiatrist, and an ophthalmologist. Many people do not realize that diabetes can cause serious problems with the eyes, which can lead to marked vision loss or blindness. Diabetic retinopathy is the most common eye issue associated with diabetes, but diabetics are also at higher risk for cataracts, diabetic macular edema, and glaucoma. Read More …

3 Reasons To Avoid Opiate Withdrawal At Home

13 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you're addicted to opiates and are determined to get clean, you likely know that the withdrawal process can be difficult. Perhaps you've even attempted detox a few times in the past with limited results. For some people, the idea of getting clean in the comfort of home can be appealing. There are benefits to doing so, such as being in a familiar environment around those who care about you. However, where opiate withdrawal is concerned, this isn't something that you should face at home. Read More …

Three Things That You Might Not Know Modern-Day Hearing Aids Can Do

13 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you know that you probably should get hearing aids but you're feeling a little reluctant to do so for any reason, getting better acquainted with the many desirable features of today's models will likely push you over the edge. It's a good idea to make a no-obligation appointment with your local hearing specialist to learn about all of the features that hearing aids can offer — beyond the invaluable perk of improving your hearing, of course. Read More …

How Kyphoplasty May Help Your Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture

13 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Fractures of the vertebrae are common with osteoporosis. In some cases, the pain caused by the fracture can be severe enough to require medical intervention. Not all vertebral fractures require surgical procedures as they generally heal on their own, but in some cases, your doctor might advise a kyphoplasty. Here is what the procedure entails and how it can help your fracture. The Benefits Of Kyphoplasty This treatment is done to help relieve the pain of an osteoporotic fracture in the spine. Read More …