Never Too Late To Get Better: Why Rowing Machines Can Be Good For Seniors
As much as we may not want to admit it, age catches up to us all. We don’t necessarily perform as well as we may have a year ago, five years ago, ten years ago. You may be surprised at how often you may think or remark about how differently you could have done something […]
Poorly Lit Hospitals Shown To Contribute To Poor Health
Cutting costs is a concern with all businesses today and hospitals are no exception. That being the case it should come as no surprise that many hospitals will attempt to cut their costs by adopting energy efficient lighting, which is shown to reduce energy costs and maintenance costs as well. Unfortunately the end result of […]
Could Anesthesia Be Causing ADHD And Brain Damage?
With ongoing research there is an increasing amount of people who believe that the use of anesthesia could actually be causing brain damage. The studies that have been conducted on animals have proven various side effects although it is difficult to compare the effects of the drug on both people and animals. On the tests […]
Toxic Cleaning Chemicals In Hospitals Causing Health Issues For Staff
In hospitals and medical facilities there is a great deal of exposure to toxic cleaning chemicals. While it is necessary to have powerful cleaning products to clean and disinfect medical facilities, it is even more important to find safe alternatives and prevent damaging the health of any patient or staff worker. There are various types […]
Medical Imaging Is Responsible For Exposing Many Patients To Unnecessary Radiation
Is it too often that we overlook the damage that comes from radiation in medical imaging? While radiation is often necessary, when we do observe what damage it is doing to the body? In some ways it is a bit of a double-edged sword as it advances us in identifying with what is wrong […]
Soccer Could Be The Cause Of Many Head Trauma Cases
Working in the medical field implies being able to identify where trauma comes from. It’s the job of a healthcare professional to look at all possible causes of any trauma, especially if it is diagnosed in the head area. Many students participate in aggressive sports such as football, basketball and soccer. These games consist of […]
The Link Between Running And Back Pain
There is a significant link between running and back pain due to the heavy impact that running has on the body. While it is much safer to run on a treadmill or use an elliptical machine, many people run on concrete or hard ground which can cause aches and pains in the neck, back and […]
Diseases To Be Aware Of That Can Be Caught From Our Pets
It isn’t often that we consider what diseases or illnesses we can catch from our pets as it is a rare occurrence. So many homeowners have cats and dogs that are enjoyable to have around. Unfortunately, there are many germs that can catch and linger around for some time. Zoonosis is an occurrence when disease […]
What Is Argan & How Can This Oil Help Some Health Problems?
Argan oil comes from the Argan tree, known as the ‘Tree of Life.’ The oil contains a special fat component that is beneficial to our health, skin and hair. The oil is rare and requires a lot of processing as well as labor for production. It contains a high level of vitamin E supporting plants, […]
The Importance Of Staying Hydrated
There isn’t anything that is more important to consume than water being that it makes up approximately 60% of the body. Water also makes up 1/3rd of our brain. It is a vital resource that we often take for granted. While our bodies can go many days without food we cannot go without water. The […]
10 In-Demand Healthcare Occupations
Healthcare professionals are in higher demand today than ever before and with the baby boomer generation coming to retirement age, the demand for the many aspects of healthcare will only continue to rise. Choosing a career in healthcare is a rewarding opportunity to help people and to help your community. Listed below are a few […]