Wouldn’t it be great if you didn’t have to travel to a doctor’s office for medical care? What if you could recover from an illness or injury at home instead of staying in a hospital? Interestingly, in some cases, you can receive a wide range of medical care services at home. Home health care is […]
For the average person, it’s logical to assume that the success of medical treatment mainly depends on the patient’s physical health and how they respond to treatments. Treatments mostly appear to be an interplay between medication, medical procedures and illness. In reality, physical health is closely connected to a person’s psychological state — the mind […]
I think it’s safe to say we all hope the doctors we use and the hospitals we got to have our best interests in mind. Certainly, we hope our doctors listen to us, carefully diagnose what ails us, and develop treatment plans that will help us be as healthy as possible. And we hope our […]
When you or a loved one has a stroke, you face a journey of challenges. Strokes can leave survivors with weakness, pain, swallowing difficulties, and other physical symptoms. Additionally, strokes can also affect how stroke survivors use their brains to talk, read, write, learn, understand, and remember. However, you should not lose hope, because stroke […]
Unsurprisingly, no one wants to have a stroke. And we don’t want our loved ones to have a stroke. Stroke, a leading cause of death and disability in the US, is a medical emergency that requires immediate care. The more you know about strokes, the better your chances of receiving immediate medical care, which can significantly […]
When diagnosed with cancer, you face a range of challenges – physical and emotional. Did you know that yoga can help cancer patients feel better? Yoga offers a holistic approach to healing, incorporating not just physical postures, but also breathing techniques, meditation, and mindfulness practices. These elements can reduce inflammation and enhance overall well-being. Additionally, […]
Have you heard of osteopathic doctors (DOs)? Can you trust osteopathic doctors? Do they have the same qualifications as medical doctors (MDs)? Importantly, in the US there are two types of medicine (and medical schools): allopathic and osteopathic. Allopathic* schools provide a traditional medical curriculum, focusing on treating symptoms and diseases using drugs, radiation, and/or […]
Dealing with depression and anxiety is not uncommon after suffering a traumatic injury. Overcoming these mental health issues requires courage, compassion, and commitment. Also, communicating openly with doctors about feelings is highly important in healing. The road to recovering emotional stability may feel long and challenging at times. However, taking small, consistent steps to seek […]
It’s very scary to learn you have breast cancer. Certainly, you worry if this will lead to your death. But it’s also natural to worry about what treatments you will need, how you will tolerate them, and what your body will look like after treatment. If you have breast cancer, you may be considering a […]
Getting a cancer diagnosis is probably one of the scariest things that can happen to a person. Certainly, you worry if cancer will take your life. And you worry if you will be able to tolerate the treatments, including the potential impact on the quality of your life. Fortunately, advances in research have improved cancer […]
