It’s estimated that fungal nail infections affect 10% of the population. Although, it should be noted that many of these people are older than 60. In fact, 50% of people over 60 are thought to have some form of fungal nail infection. As you age your nails grow slower and the blood flow to your toes reduces, making it easier for fungal nail infections to take hold. It’s worth noting that a fungal... ❯❯❯
Source: Maridav/Shutterstock.com Did you know there's a clinical term for seasonal depression during the cold-weather months? It's called seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and it affects roughly 14%-26% of Americans in forms randing from mild to extreme. No matter how intense your SAD may be, there are practical ways to lower the intensity. You don't have to suffer silently for a third of the... ❯❯❯
The recent, rapid advancements in technology are good news for both medical practitioners and the public alike. For the past few centuries, medicine and technology have thrived together, and ongoing advancements in both the medical industry and pharmaceuticals have saved and enhanced countless lives. Today, let’s look at a few recent innovations that are profound and noteworthy, and could help... ❯❯❯
You have the reputation of a stubborn bloke who trusts his own judgement, who often gets the big calls right. You have your own business and a place on the committee at your local footy club, using your influence to bring finances which have led to success. You knew that you were healthy and thought that nothing could go wrong. This despite friends in the business world advising you to take... ❯❯❯
Image Source Recent world events have many of us questioning our job security and struggling to care for family members with serious challenges. If you have seen a big drop in your income and are struggling to maintain your health coverage, the tips below can help. Help For Seniors If you are over the age of 65, you have crossed the biggest hurdle to signing up for Medicare. Those on Social... ❯❯❯
Getting older is something that everyone does, whether you want to or not. There are some benefits to getting older, you have a lot of experience and knowledge, often gained the hard way. This can be useful in navigating life and helping younger people. It’s likely that this is where the phrase ‘age equals wisdom’ comes from. But, there are also plenty of negatives to ageing, especially when... ❯❯❯
Most people prefer bottled to tap water because they are not sure if tap water can be trusted. They don't know that well-treated tap water is more beneficial to the body and the environment than bottled water. Tap water is safe for drinking, provided that it is well treated. It would also help to install an under-sink water filter to keep your water from contaminants. The safety of your tap... ❯❯❯
Like in any professional field, nursing students are required to follow certain rules of professionalism and ethics to maintain their position in the school. Even though the students are not licensed professionals, they are required to behave like one. You are required to show the same professionalism to your seniors and supervisors. When nursing students fail to act professionally or responsibl... ❯❯❯
As the industry continues to rapidly evolve, medical facilities must remain competitive to remain profitable and successful. Consequently, it has become necessary for healthcare providers to find ways of increasing patient access to services and treatments, developing new services or treatments that customers need or want, and improving efficiency in operations. To achieve this, they need a... ❯❯❯
Each of us has probably experienced stress numerous times. Many people also live in this state all day long, from waking up to going to bed. Fatigue, nervous tension, responsible affairs, relationships with people, urban turmoil, and family squabbles — all these are stress factors. The consequences affect us with fatigue, nervous exhaustion, and bad mood. It may seem that stress is an inevitable... ❯❯❯