I love the internet. I love learning about anything and everything without having to go to the library as much anymore. One problem that stems from this love is that anytime I feel like I am getting sick, I begin to research my symptoms and then rush to the doctor's office thinking I have something much worse than I do. Last time I had a sore throat I was convinced I had throat cancer. It turned out to be just a cold. I also once had a skin condition that I self-diagnosed as psoriasis that turned out to be just a reaction to a new soap I was using. I created this blog to remind others that even though the internet is a great place to learn general health care advice, they shouldn't self diagnose specific problems without visiting an actual doctor. They are still just as important as ever!
Posted on: 29 January 2015
If you do not have anything prepared in your home for the event of a disaster, there are some steps you can take to feel more prepared. You do not need to rush out and buy every supply item for three months today, but it is a good idea to prepare yourself in case there ever is a power outage, or you become unable to leave your home for days for any reason.
[Read More]
Posted on: 28 January 2015
You've already been through a lot. The weakness and heart pain before surgery, all of the tests and examinations and finally the surgery itself. You're very near the end of this journey. The next phase is cardiac rehabilitation to build up your heart muscle and get you on a lifelong program of heart health. This is a critical part of your recovery. It is what can make the difference between recurring heart problems and a life free from pain in your chest.
[Read More]
Posted on: 23 January 2015
Do you have a newborn and are deciding whether or not you want to get him or her immunized? It is actually in the best interest of your child to get him or her immunized, because doing so can save him or her from harmful diseases. Find out why getting your child immunized is a good idea and what a pediatrician will charge to do it.
Why is it Ideal to Get a Child Immunized?
[Read More]
Posted on: 22 January 2015
Of the many different forms of arthritis that you can be diagnosed with by a physician, rheumatoid arthritis is one that can come along with great fear. This autoimmune disorder caused inflammation in the smaller joints of the body, usually located in the hands and feet. Because pain in these areas is normal with daily activity, the disease is often not caught early on. Rheumatoid arthritis treatment is focused on the prevention of the progression of the disease and alleviating the symptoms that can be associated.
[Read More]