The brain depends on oxygen and rest to develop properly and carry out critical thinking processes. However, not being able to breathe at night while asleep can pose serious consequences for the brain's oxygen supply you may not be aware of in your child. If your child seems tired all day and is not faring well in school, you might consider sleep apnea and its side effects: Pediatric Sleep Apnea
9 March 2015
Oral lesions include any strange lumps or bumps in the mouth that A) should not be there, and B) do not seem to heal or go away. In most cases, the lesions are benign, but an oral surgeon will perform a biopsy anyway. Because your mouth is full of bacteria, and because you cannot take time off from eating and drinking for wounds to heal, your surgeon will use a laser to remove the lesions.
26 February 2015
Taking on the task of caring for an aging parent can be overwhelming for many people. Thankfully, there are many senior care services out there that can help you to ensure your elderly parent receives the level of care they need and the compassion they truly deserve. Below you will learn more about the different types of senior care services and residential facilities that are available to you and your loved one.
16 February 2015
Dental implants can provide you with quite a few benefits, mostly because of the many ways in which they can be used. Two reasons to get dental implants are to replace missing teeth and make wearing dentures more comfortable. Replace Missing Teeth One of the most common uses for dental implants is to provide you with a means to replace missing teeth. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth, or every tooth in your mouth.
10 February 2015
Considering a mortuary science degree may have you facing several myths and misconceptions about funeral homes and what to expect from working in one. Some of these myths have been around for years while others are simply made up to frighten newcomers as a rite of passage into the mortuary world. If you are serious about a career in funeral services, consider these myths and misconceptions and the truth surrounding each one.
5 February 2015
You may need to stop wearing contacts if you develop cataracts as a result of diabetes. With serious cataracts, your contacts will not help your vision very much. You may also not be able to wear contacts due to how diabetes causes dryness of the eyes. Diabetes and Cataracts are Interrelated One of the long-term effects of diabetes is that it can cause one of your eye lenses to become cloudy.
2 February 2015
The spinal column is composed on a series of bones called vertebrae, which are separated by flexible discs that allow the spine to bend in several directions. These separator discs are hard in the exterior, but contain a soft fluid interior. When the outer shell is compromised, some of the fluid center may leak out, resulting in a herniated disc. This sometimes irritates the spinal nerve that runs along the length of the spinal column.
29 January 2015
One of the best things about wearing uniforms at school is that your child never really has to think about what to put on each day. The downside is that uniforms are worn day after day and week after week, and they do not look very good after a while. Air Dry First, never put the clothes in the dryer no matter how much easier it makes ironing. Air drying the clothes will allow the colors to stay as bright and as crisp as possible.
27 January 2015
Going into assisted living doesn't necessarily mean you have to give up your beloved pet. More senior care communities are recognizing the benefits of adopting pet-friendly polices, particularly when it comes to helping elderly residents live happier, healthier, and longer lives. When you are evaluating assisted living communities, if the pet policy isn't clear, don't be afraid to ask. It's a critical question when you're looking for a new home for yourself and your pet both.
21 January 2015
Whiplash is a term that is used to describe injuries that occur in the upper spinal column due to a sudden jerk of the neck. This can come from a sudden or change in direction. Therefore, whiplash is often associated with car accidents. It is an unfortunate, but true, fact that there are a lot of misconceptions concerning the realness of this type of injury due to insurance-related claims of neck injuries.
20 January 2015
