At Your Child’s Softball Tournament All Weekend? What To Do If You Get Stung

If your child plays softball and will be in a tournament all weekend, you will be spending a lot of time outdoors. Even though this will be a fun time for you, things can happen, such as getting stung by an insect. Below is some more information about allergic reactions to insects and what you should do if you are stung. Allergic Reaction to Insects Some common insects that cause allergic reactions in people are yellow jackets, fire ants, wasps, hornets, and honeybees. Read More 

How Late Night E-Reading Marathons May Cause Early Onset of Macular Degeneration

The creation of e-readers has helped to cause a heavy boost in reading that has been beneficial to many people across the nation. Unfortunately, using one of these electronic devices while comfortably tucked away in bed at night may be causing the early onset of macular degeneration, a serious vision problem that can lead to blindness. E-Readers Use Blue Light to Illuminate the Screen Many e-readers (and computers) use what is known as blue light to illuminate their screen. Read More 

3 Ways To Manage Your Medical Expenses

One of the most frightening parts of going to a doctor for many people is the potentially high cost of medical care. Thankfully, there are a few things that you can do to help you manage your medical expenses and lower the cost of your medical care, such as the three listed below. Speak With Your Doctor One of the best options at your disposal if you are trying to manage your medical expenses is to speak with your doctor in order to attempt to negotiate better prices for your medical operations and treatments. Read More 

3 Tips For Managing Psoriasis

Psoriasis is more than a dermatological condition. Since it is an autoimmune disease, it can be unpredictable and hard to control. A combination of lifestyle modifications and medical treatments can be used to help control the condition and reduce its impact on your life. Consider Lifestyle Factors Much like other autoimmune conditions, lifestyle factors do not cause the disease, but they can contribute to and exacerbate flare-ups. Stress can easily cause a flare-up of psoriasis and make it harder to control. Read More 

Avoid A Relapse: 3 Ways To Help Your Loved One During The Holidays

If your loved one is recovering from an addiction, the holidays are going to be difficult for them, especially if they've just recently left a treatment facility. Now that it's time to plan the holiday get-together's, you want to make sure that your home will be a safe place for your loved one to participate in family activities. Don't feel like you need to do everything for them—or that everything needs to be perfect. Read More