Posts Tagged With ‘ Medical ’

5/5 – (1 vote) Being a new mom can be overwhelming, and keeping track of all the vaccinations and shots that your little one needs can be quite daunting. However, one thing that should not be forgotten is the immunity boost shot, also known as the booster shot. The immunity boost shot is crucial in helping your baby’s immune system fight against diseases and infections. This shot is usually given after the initial round of vaccines and is meant to reinforce the protection provided by the previous vaccines. But what happens if you forget... Continue Reading

Rate this post What is Epilepsy? Imagine being awake and alert one second and seizing the next. You come back to consciousness, confused, with fearful faces surrounding you. It’s a scary experience, but you are not alone. According to the UF Health Department of Neurology, epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders in the world, affecting one in every twenty-six people. If you have epilepsy, or you think you may have it, educating yourself on the condition can help save your life. In this blog, we will cover everything you... Continue Reading

5/5 – (2 votes) Are you struggling to breathe? Do you feel dizzy? Is your heart racing so fast you can almost hear it? Chances are, you’re having a panic attack. Rest assured, you are not alone. Panic attacks are the most common mental health problem in the United States, affecting 40 million adults each year. Referred to as ‘attack’ for good reason, panic attacks are sudden, sometimes unpredictable forces of pain that shoot through your chest causing you to panic. When your body goes into ‘panic mode’, you may begin to experience... Continue Reading

When an aging parent is diagnosed with dementia of any kind, it can be devastating and confusing to the family. For some, there is denial: ”It’s not that bad, I don’t see anything wrong with her, and let’s just let things stay the same for now.” For others, there is overreacting and trying to push the aging parent into a care facility before that may be needed, just because of assumptions about dementia. Family fights over these things, such as we address at AgingParents.com, are not unusual. As the disease affects each person in an individual way, it is impossible to generalize much... Continue Reading

5/5 – (1 vote)   Millions of people around the world suffer from epilepsy. This disease is characterized by recurrent seizures and can greatly impact a person’s daily life.  Despite being one of the most common neurological conditions, many people are still not well-informed about epilepsy, leading to misconceptions and stigma. The more we understand about epilepsy and the people who live with it, the more we can help and support those in need.  Today is epilepsy awareness day and by wearing the epilepsy awareness ribbon we will... Continue Reading

5/5 – (1 vote)   Anxiety and Panic Attacks Your heart is pounding. Your palms are sweaty. Your mind and body feel completely disconnected from the world. Whether it’s your first panic attack or your hundredth, panic attacks are never a pleasant experience. But they are more common than you may think, and if you experience panic attacks, know that you are not alone. Up to 35 percent of the population experience a panic attack at some point in their lives.  Not all panic attacks are the same, some are more severe than others, some... Continue Reading

Rate this post   Why Do People Choke?   Have you ever been sitting at a restaurant, enjoying your meal, when suddenly you begin to cough repeatedly? This is often referred to as food “going down the wrong pipe.” It’s an embarrassing experience as it creates unwanted attention for those around you. Fortunately, this form of choking isn’t known to be dangerous and the recovery process is simple: drink some water and wait for your throat to clear up.  Now, let’s imagine a more intense scenario. Your child is at the fair eating... Continue Reading

Can you imagine your aging parents losing their independence? It might be the conversation they don’t want to have with you. Will you, the adult child bring up this subject? What we see here at AgingParents.com is that when no one talks about it, the sudden costs of caring for them can overwhelm all but the most financially secure. Parents are unprepared and their adult children become very uncomfortable with the prospect of having to help support their aging loved ones. Sudden costs happen when a parent falls, or has a stroke and becomes disabled. Anything unexpected can trigger the need for... Continue Reading

4.5/5 – (2 votes) What Is Medical Identity Theft?  According to the Federal Trade Commission, 19 people become victims of identity theft and fraud each minute. Similarly to identity theft, medical identity theft is when someone uses an individual’s personal information – such as their name, social security number, and health insurance account number or Medicare number. With this information, thieves can see a doctor, receive prescription drugs, purchase medical devices, and submit claims with insurance providers all under your name.... Continue Reading

4.5/5 – (2 votes) Can Running a Marathon Be Dangerous?   Are you a marathon runner? Or is this upcoming race your first one? Whether you’ve been running for years or you’ve just gotten into it, there’s never too much you can learn in regard to your health and safety.  Marathons are both thrilling and rewarding, but like any other sport, running doesn’t come without risks. A simple buildup of lactic acid can cause pain and muscles to cramp, leading a runner to collapse. An undetected heart condition can lead to serious medical... Continue Reading