Dogs are called “Man’s Best Friend” for more than just their companionship. Having a dog as a pet actually provides health benefits that you might not be aware of. You will get more exercise if you have a dog as a part of your family. He’ll want to go for walks and maybe even runs. It is important that your dog gets outside and exercises. Throwing that Frisbee, taking...
The summer has come to an end and the kids are returning to school. There are a few things that you can do as a parent for your children’s health this coming school year. Here we have listed some tips: Before the first day of school starts, you will want to take your child to the doctor for a well-visit. If he/she participates in school sports, your school may require a...
The Eye Machine Introduces a New Way to Treat AMD For years, millions of Americans have suffered from AMD. Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that causes the deterioration of central vision. It is normally found in patients who are over the age of 60 years old. As of 2010, Approximately 10 million Americans had advanced age-related macular degeneration,...
You will someday find yourself in a situation where you are in need of a doctor during off hours or on vacation but it isn’t quite an emergency. What do you do? Where do you go? Urgent care centers have popped up around the United States and provide family health services. There are some medical situations in which you need to see a doctor on a day when your doctor’s...
If you have ever had surgery or been in an accident, you might have been referred to work with a physical therapist. Physical therapy occurs after you have been treated by your physician. The goal for any physical therapist is to increase your range of motion, relieve pain, restore function and prevention. They are health professionals that are trained to assist patients in...
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