Consumption of over the counter sleep aids when you are in actual need of it (if you are suffering from any physical pain and not able to sleep due to that pain) or when doctor has prescribed for the same is acceptable. But consumption of over the counter sleep aids everyday just because you love [...]

They say pictures speak louder than words. In this case however, numbers replace the pictures. According to the Vision Council of America, research reveals that 48% of parents whose children are 12 and below have never taken their children for an eye test. Moreover, 1 in 4 children have eye problems that go undetected. Jessica [...]

Most people go to their local gym to increase their physical fitness and improve their health. But there could be unhealthy factors at your gym that might actually be a danger to your health. Some of these factors lurk hidden in places that you might not ever suspect, but with the right amount of knowledge [...]

Hormone therapy used to be the go-to treatment for women in menopause. What changed? In 2002, a study was published alerting women to certain risks with this type of therapy. This made many panic and stop taking hormone therapy. Is there a reason for this type of concern? Jessica StaheliAbout the author: Jessica Staheli is [...]

Skin illnesses are known to be very notorious. Among some of the well-known skin illnesses are: blackheads, whiteheads, eczema and so on. Eczema bears very strong effects on a person’s skin. Eczema can simply be defined as a skin rash that is usually recognized for its itching effect. The disease is normally characterized by scaly [...]

Do you love how a fresh new hair color makes you feel when you look in the mirror? You know what I mean – the way the hair shines, feels thicker and healthier and how it hides those pesky gray hairs that keep showing up! Or, do you feel something entirely different when you use [...]

If you have ever walked into a room of your house to get something and then suddenly wondered what you were seeking, or if you suddenly draw a blank on the name of a friend that you have known for years, you understand “brain fog.” This is a term that is often used by people [...]

In a recent test, an artificial pancreas has provided overnight blood glucose management potential in a test group of pregnant women suffering from Type 1 diabetes. The results show great promise in developing new technologies and techniques aimed to lower stillbirth, abnormalities and deaths in babies of Type 1 diabetic women. The Diabetes UK sponsored [...]

There’s no getting around it. Technology continues to transform our lives. From how we work to how we play, we’re more connected and informed than ever before. But the real question is, has technology made us happier? For those who have learned to control how, where, and when they use technology, chances are the answer [...]

There are several ways to identify potential problems in patients who are experiencing symptoms of a heart problem. One of the most common procedures used is called an electrocardiogram, often referred to as an ECG or EKG. In simple terms, an ECG is a non-invasive test that is a fast, simple way to determine if [...]