The Drive Winnie Wagon is capable of toting 10 times as many hot dogs and fireworks for Independence Day rabble-rousers as large-pocket cargo pants. Americans turn out in droves to consume close to 1 billion...
Although diabetes has not yet been cured, there are products that make it possible to test blood glucose levels, and then administer insulin to achieve insulin balance. With the aid of a glucose meter...
Choosing the right skin care product to treat an infected area can be overwhelming. There are topicals, moisturizers, hydrators, and healers. What does it all mean? Here is the breakdown to all the madness: A cream...
Bacterium helps to regulate metabolism in mice. Brian Owens 13 May 2013 The gut is home to innumerable different bacteria — a complex ecosystem that has an active role in a variety of bodily functions. In a...
Very informative article on hiring caregivers. By Kristine Kevorkian, Ph.D, Next Avenue Contributor From time to time, when I worked as a social worker in a skilled nursing facility, visiting family members complained to me about...
Do you think YOU will need long-term care when you get older? By Lauran Neergaard and Jennifer Agiesta, Associated Press | Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) -- We're in denial: Americans underestimate their chances of needing long-term...
The cause of MS is still a mystery. One current theory links MS to lack of sunlight exposure. Tampa Bay Times - Annette Funicello, who died last week at age 70 of complications from multiple...
Wheelchair cushions are designed for both user comfort and for the prevention of pressure sores. Wheelchair users that do not have feeling in their bottoms must shift their weight often to prevent pressure sores....
Who said eating healthy to control diabetes had to be a tasteless sacrifice? Today, diabetic recipes abound that are just as delicious as their high-fat and sugar counterparts. It’s simply a matter of understanding...
Millions of people around the world suffer from severe spinal cord injuries that result in permanent loss of control of their arms or legs, or loss of bladder, bowel or sexual functions. Now, US...
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