Open any medicine cabinet in this country and you’re likely to find one or two unused prescriptions. We’re given a drug for a tooth extraction, but need to use only one or two pills. Or we have minor surgery but use only half the medication.
What happens to all these leftovers? Some are flushed down the toilet. Others are thrown in the trash. Many continue to accumulate in the medicine cabinet.
Losing a loved one any time of year is devastating, but the holidays can be especially tough as the days become shorter and colder and everyone around the bereaved celebrates and counts their blessings. And while nothing can make the pain go away, family and friends showing they care can lighten the burden a little. […]
The holiday season is almost upon us! But while it may be a festive, happy time for many, the season can also sometimes take a negative toll on older loved ones. According to the American Medical Resource Center, there are some 6 million people over the age of 65 who suffer from depression, and the […]
Hearing loss is more than an ear problem. It’s a total health and wellness problem, affecting our quality of life, daily interactions and relationships.
And it’s totally treatable.
Cataract surgery has come a long way over the decades, and is now one of the most commonly performed procedures in the world. Improvements in surgical techniques and lens replacement technology have transformed cataract surgery, and they continue to evolve to this day. According to Unite for Sight, cataract surgery permits millions of people to […]
If you’re feeling depressed, overweight, tired and just suffering from the aches and pains of aging, you might be wondering where things went wrong. “One of the best ways to maintain your youth and your health is to maintain your spine,” says Dr. Thomas Mercante, a chiropractor and nutritionist at AlignLife of Summerville. Over the […]
Q: Do you have nagging pain in your low back? Q: Do you carry chronic tension in your shoulders? A: If you have chronic discomfort in an area with no known injury, you may wonder why that is. The most likely answer is postural dysfunction (i.e., less than healthy posture, which malaligns the spine and […]
If you have been struggling with weight gain year after year and it has become a focal point of your daily thoughts, this article may change your life. The weight loss industry “scam” is not a lack of weight loss. Instead, it resonates around the question, “What weight did you lose?” If you are not […]
Glaucoma is the second leading cause of preventable blindness in the world. More than four million Americans have glaucoma, but according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, only half of these individuals know they have the disease. Here’s what you need to know about glaucoma, its symptoms and treatment options. What causes glaucoma? Glaucoma occurs […]
If you have an aging loved one who needs special attention, it can be difficult to find a care provider you trust. It’s important to choose a senior care service that fits comfortably into your family member’s lifestyle and can fulfill their individual needs. While there are plenty of quality live-in facilities available, private senior […]
Q: What symptoms and risks are most commonly associated with “bad balance”? A: Good balance is often taken for granted. Most people don’t find it difficult to walk across a gravel driveway, transition from walking on a sidewalk to grass, or get out of bed in the middle of the night without stumbling. However, with […]
The answer: 100 MEPsIn this age of big commercial gyms that promise everything for very little money, we decided to find out what the smaller mom and pops places were doing to differentiate themselves.The first thing we noticed was that the less expensive options were the most crowded. In order to pay the bills you […]
Cataracts are the most frequent cause of preventable blindness in the world, yet many people don’t know much about this eye condition. Staying informed about symptoms and surgery options is important, as cataracts are generally easy to identify and treat. Here are the top 5 things you should know about cataracts: 1. Cataracts are very […]