Obesity is currently one of the leading risk factors for a range of health conditions. With this realization, most people are all the more keen on maintaining a healthy weight. It is nonetheless not so easy. Obesity is a complex health condition that involves an excess body fat amount. It often arises from a combination …
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A lot of people think they’re safe from skin cancer as long as they avoid activities that subject them to prolonged direct contact with the sun like when walking or cycling a considerable distance in the morning or at noon, or when working in farms and construction sites. This is true, for the most part, …
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Many patients are stressed during medical exams. The process can be lengthy and confusing. If you operate a healthcare practice, one of your primary concerns should be about ensuring that this experience is as smooth as possible for patients. This is especially applicable for healthcare fields such as sexual health or oncology. A long and …
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If you’ve been on the side of social media that buzzes about celebrities and online personalities, you’ve surely heard of dermal fillers. These non-surgical aesthetic procedures restore the volume in one’s face through injections. They are so popular that they accounted for more than 9 million cosmetic procedures in 2015. The hype on fillers is …
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There is nothing like a sweet dessert. What is not to love about it? Americans have always loved these sugary sweets and have been everyone's favorite part of a meal. After all, what is a birthday party without a cake? Or how would summer feel like without ice cream? Desserts used to be just about …
Every day, all of us face risks of being injured to the point of being temporarily or permanently disabled. With a disabling condition, our jobs will be affected because of our absence. In the worst cases, we may not be able to return to work anymore. Without a job, how can we fund our needs? …
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When you have a teeth alignment problem, wearing braces isn’t the only solution. There are simpler devices that can straighten one’s teeth, although they would require more discipline. They are called removable dental or orthodontic appliances. Some examples of these are mouthguards, retainers, and dentures. Removable appliances are made in a reputable orthodontics laboratory, so …
When you think about it, it’s actually quite easy to start dieting. What’s challenging is sticking to your diet. After eating only vegetables or protein-rich foods for a couple of weeks, you’ll start feeling a little sad for not getting to eat the foods you often eat before. It will start with a snack when …
It’s not surprising to be afraid and anxious when getting ready for surgery. It can really be terrifying to know that you have no control over your fate once they put you into a deep slumber with anesthesia. Add to that the fact that there are operations that don’t end well. But you have to …
As you grow older, that smooth childhood skin will eventually show all kinds of strange bumps and lumps. Finding such bumps and lumps under your skin could be distressing, but it’s rarely a real cause for worry. Various factors could cause these mysterious bumps, but they’re usually benign and easily treatable. Below are some of …