The first is what I consider to be the greatest crisis in medical history : the assumption or tacit premise that 'dry mouth' is the sole sign that the body desires water. The whole structure of modern medicine is constructed on this wrong and, for need of a more robust word, moronic, assumption that brings about unpleasant premature death to so uncountable millions of folks. They suffer because they don't know they are only parched. Anyway, water...more
Whether it's from a bad roller coaster ride or a car accident, thousands around the world suffer from whiplash injuries every year. To be exact, it's been estimated that about 120,000 Americans suffer from some form of a whiplash injury every year. The pain can be unbearable at first, but with the right treatment and self-care, whiplash injuries do not have to have long term consequences. Immediate Care of WhiplashIt is critical to address the...more
There are some bright spots that should encourage you to look ahead despite the fact that the US economy is going through some tough times. The government hopes to encourage women to go to college through Obama scholarships for moms. Mothers of all types have an opportunity to get a quality education. This will no doubt benefit their families and future employers. Obama scholarships are made possible by federal Pell Grants. The Obama administration made some changes to Pell Grants to put emphasis on getting moms to go back to school. Now Pell Grants can be awarded in amounts over $5,000. That's more than $1,000 more than the previous maximum for these grants. In many cases single mothers would be low-income students, and that's who these grants are intended to help. The government is encouraging moms to go back to school to deal with this. Both working mothers and stay-at-home moms can benefit from having money to help them go to college. Also, there are other benefits to these grants to add incentive for mothers to enroll in college. It's typical of many students to go to large colleges and universities. For single mothers couldn't do this, it may have prevented them...more
Everyone gets a minor injury from time to time. It may be something as simple as a small cut to a minor fall. There are a few ways to treat these injuries if the person that is there wants to try. It may seem scary to deal with an injury, but it doesn't have to be.Treating Minor InjuriesMost cuts and scrapes are considered minor injuries. They may...more
When you are young, you may not figure that you will have to live with something as debilitating as back pain. However, this is a fact of life for more and more people who have to deal with this issue. They may think that it's something that they can just ignore, but that's not always the case. Back pain can be a very serious issue. Common...more
Injuries, whether mild are severe are not very much fun. Although, for many of us, it is nice to have an excuse to lie around on the couch eating chips and watching CSPAN for hours on end without feeling guilty or receiving dirty looks from roommates or partners. Unfortunately, that is usually not the best way to heal.Depending on the severity of the injury, there does need to be a down period, where the insulted body part if rested and not aggravated. However, becoming immobile for any length of time is likely to do more harm than good. Muscles need to be worked to stay strong and pliable. This doesn't mean going out and trying to beat your all time bench-press record two days after breaking your arm, but it does mean making sure that there is some movement. Keeping the muscles, tendons, and ligaments flexible means they will not heal in a shortened position, which can permanently limit mobility. Movement will also increase circulation, which can speed healing. It is wise to have your practitioner design a program or at least advise you on which exercises will do the most good, as well as how strenuous they should be and ideal frequency of repitition. Overdoing it will be...more
With so many conflicting opinions, it can be hard to know which advice to take to keep your hair looking shiny and healthy every day. Here are to top dos and don'ts for daily hair care.DO: Find a good shampoo that works and stick to itAs long as you...more
Let me say who is hero?I will recommend Robert Allenby who ignored a twisted ankle to take a share of the lead after the opening round of the Sony Open in Honolulu. The Australian fell off a curb in the Hawaiian city on Monday but...more
Many times whiplash occurs to victims of rear-end collisions, or maybe a bad ride ride at the amusement park. Whiplash occurs when the head pulls the neck in a sudden direction that does not correspond to the neck's naturally designed range of...more
It should not be said that to have a decent quality of life you have to model-thin, or even very thin, but if you are concerned about your weight, your self-image, or even spending a lot of time getting on and off the scale, weight loss can make an...more
Many apartment renters assume that they're out of luck when it comes to home security. Though you won't be able to install a whole house security system, there are dozens of other options for protecting yourself if you live in an apartment. Ensuring...more
Sprains, strains and other common athletic injuries can be treated with some common sense and some basic supplies. With a doctor's assistance, most basic injuries will heal within a matter of a few weeks, allowing you to get back to your regular...more