What Techniques Work Better for Pain Management?
Pain management is today’s modern approach to adequate pain relief. Strategies for managing pain include pain medication intake and doing physical and complementary therapies like acupuncture and massage. Research recommends that a person’s quality of life is influenced by their outlook and how they cope emotionally with pain. Today, let us know more about pain […]
Protect yourself in the Sun
Our skin is the bodies largest organ. Skin cancer is the most common kind of cancer you can get. Tanning beds, x-rays, and radon can cause other types of cancers as well. Please avoid over exposure if possible. Ways to protect yourself in the sun: Use and apply sunscreen correctly- Use suncreen that is 30 […]
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Health & Hydration
How much water should a person drink? Your weight: First, you must know your exact weight. Multiply by 2/3: Next, you will need to multiply your weight by 2/3. The answer is the amount of water you will need to drink daily. Activity Level: Depending on how often you exercise, you should add 12 oz of water for […]
What is a Nurse Practitioner?
How to become a Nurse Practitioner Graduate from High School Persue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program Become a Registered Nurse (pass NCLEX-RN exam) Gain experience and get specialized training in the area that interests you Get a graduate degree in Nursing Receive NP License and certifications through state agencys and […]
No Health without Mental Health
What is Mental health? Mental health controls how you feel, interact with others, and handle life situations. There are many factors that may contribute to a person having mental health issues. Some of those factors include: Family genetics brain chemistry trauma, abuse toxic home environment personal experiences drug/alcohol abuse Mental health issues can cause your […]
Protecting your Skin
How does the sun affect your skin? Being out in the sun can be good for you. Sunlight can brighten your mood and help you feel healthier. But getting too much of the ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight or from a tanning bed can harm your skin. The damage may include: Skin changes like early […]
The Benefits of CBD
What is CBD? Cannabidiol, or CBD, is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis (marijuana). CBD is used in medical marijuana, but it is derived from hemp (only a cousin of marijuana). CBD is one of the hundreds of components, and doesn’t cause a “high.” Instead, it gives numerous benefits to your personal health. […]
Exciting News: Vaccine Administration
Both Moderna and Johnson and Johnson vaccines may offer protection against the Covid-19. Learning the difference is important when choosing the right vaccine for you! Method of Delivery The Moderna and Pfizer vaccines use mRNA technology to deliver a tiny piece of code to your cells. This is a safe and effective method. The Johnson […]
Meal planning for Diabetes
Why plan your meals? Meal planning can be a key part of managing diabetes. Planning meals and snacks with the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fat can help you keep your blood sugar at the target level you set with your doctor. You don’t have to eat special foods. You can eat what your […]
