Welcome to my blog, guys! This blog is going to be about a subject which is very close to my heart. In the last year, various members of my family have been affected by illness and disease. I had never had to help someone deal with a medical problem before so I was in the dark. The GP and the hospital staff I have dealt with have all been fantastic and offered me some great advice. Thankfully, my mum and my sister have now made full recoveries. I wanted to start this blog as a way of showing thanks and to help others.

What You Should Know About General Practitioners

30 September 2019
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You have always heard that what you eat has an impact on your health. This is true, but you also need to visit a personal or family general practitioner (GP). All visits are important, but the first one can be considered the most important. Why Is the First Visit to Your General Practitioner (GP) the Most Important? Generally, the first visit is where you get to know whether you have any underlying conditions. Read More …

Why Foot Care for the Elderly Is So Important

8 May 2019
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Everybody is born with one pair of feet, and these feet have to see them through until the end of their lives, which is why foot care should not be an afterthought but something integral to daily life. As the body ages, general wear and tear ensue, and this is as true of the feet as any other part of the body - and this is why elderly people need to pay careful attention to their feet. Read More …

What Are the Advantages of Teledermatology ?

14 March 2019
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Teledermatology is a branch of telemedicine, which is a general term covering a wide range of internet and technology-based forms of delivering health care. The main advantages of teledermatology relate to the ability of specialist dermatologists to provide diagnosis and treatment online to people who have skin conditions, either as a primary visit or as a follow-up to a face-to-face consultation. Benefits of Teledermatology People can benefit from this type of medical treatment in different ways. Read More …

5 Reasons Older People Should Perform Balance Exercises

14 December 2018
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Older people often suffer from limited strength and mobility that makes regular exercise impossible. However, balance exercises can be done at home without using any equipment, and they're low impact enough for most seniors to handle them. Common balance exercises for the elderly include side leg raises and standing on one foot. Here are just five reasons why proper aged care should involve regular balance exercises. 1. Prevents Falls Read More …

Clearing Up Common Misconceptions About a Compounding Pharmacy

28 June 2017
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A compounding pharmacy is a type of pharmacy that makes medications from scratch, instead of simply dispensing medications that are premade in a factory. Your doctor may recommend such a pharmacy if you have a hard time taking medication in a certain form; for example, if you cannot swallow pills, or if you're allergic to the ingredients in many factory-made medications. If it's been recommended that you visit a compounding pharmacy or are considering their use, note a few misconceptions you might have about their products and services, and discuss any questions you still have about your medications with your doctor. Read More …

About Me
Dealing with Illness and Disease

Welcome to my blog, guys! This blog is going to be about a subject which is very close to my heart. In the last year, various members of my family have been affected by illness and disease. I had never had to help someone deal with a medical problem before so I was in the dark. The GP and the hospital staff I have dealt with have all been fantastic and offered me some great advice. Thankfully, my mum and my sister have now made full recoveries. I wanted to start this blog as a way of showing thanks and to help others.

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