Tips for Talking to Your Doctor About Medical Marijuana

For those that live with chronic pain, finding a treatment or therapy that actually provides some relief can become a driving force in life. Many pain medications have unwelcome side effects, ranging from fatigue to addiction and severe medical repercussions. Medical cannabis provides a promising alternative pain treatment for many sufferers. The following can help you broach the subject of cannabis for pain management with your doctor or medical provider.…

Six Mistakes That Make Pressure Sores More Likely In Patients Who Are Bedridden

Pressure sores or bed sores can be a significant problem for patients who are on bed rest for extended periods of time. These sores are not merely unpleasant and uncomfortable for patients, but they can often also create worrisome complications if they lead to infections in the skin. The risk of a patient experiencing complications because of pressure sores can be minimized if the following six mistakes are avoided. Keeping the skin too moist…

Two Forms Of Anesthesia And When Your Vet May Use Them On Your Pet

If your pet needs to undergo a procedure at the veterinary clinic, your vet may use one, two, or both types of veterinary anesthesia systems. The two different forms of anesthesia delivered by machine serve different purposes with ultimately the same results. If you are concerned about how your vet will anesthetize your pet, here is a little more information on the two types of anesthetic delivery machines and when your vet might use them on your pet.…

Cardiology Practices: Update with Your Patients' Filing System Now

If your cardiology practice still uses paper files or charts to keep records of your patients’ care and treatment, update your system now. Your current system might not be sufficient enough to protect your patients’ information or your practice. Here’s why it’s important to update your practice’s filing system and how. Why Do You Need to Update Your Filing System? Although traditional charting and filing systems can keep records of your patients’ insurance, medical, and personal information, fire, water, and other unforeseen problems can damage the files.…

Has Your Doctor Ordered A Permanent Catheter? 4 Tips For Proper Catheter Care To Avoid Urinary Tract Infections

If your doctor has decided that it’s time for you to be fitted with a permanent catheter, you’ll need to know how to care for it. Extended use of catheters can lead to an increased risk of catheter-related urinary tract infections. Luckily, with proper care and handling, you can reduce your risk of this type of infection. Here are four effective steps you can utilize to help prevent catheter-related urinary tract infections:…

How Your Elderly Relative Can Remain Independent And Safe While Their Broken Leg Heals

If an elderly relative who lives with you was recently involved in an automobile accident and broke their leg as a result, the following tips will help them remain independent and safe when you are not at home to look after them.  Rent Or Purchase An Electric Wheelchair Rent or purchase an electric wheelchair from a medical supply business. If your loved one has medical insurance, part of the cost of a power chair may be covered.…

3 Tips For Keeping Your Dental Office Well-Stocked With Hygiene Supplies

If you run a dental office, you may wonder if there is anything you can do to streamline the process of ordering hygiene supplies. If so, use the following three tips to help you get started with ensuring your office is well-stocked. Have The Same Dental Hygienist Do The Ordering If you have too many people in the office ordering supplies, two things could happen. You may find that you have an excess of an item, while another one is overlooked because one of your personnel assumed it was already ordered.…

How To Make Your Mobility Scooter More Child Friendly

If you have a mobility scooter, chances are good that you are going to be using it to visit friends and family. When you visit your family, you might be visiting homes that have children in them. This can be frustrating and stressful for a person who has a mobility scooter because they want to make sure that no children are hurt while they are using the mobility scooter to get around.…

Hearing Aids for Children: Finding the Right Solution for Your Child's Hearing Loss

While hearing loss in children is uncommon, about 4 in every 1,000 kids in Canada will be born with some hearing impairment or have early progressive childhood hearing loss. Some of these cases involve a genetic disorder that also causes hearing loss, while other causes include infections, head trauma, or degenerative nerve syndromes. Regardless of what caused your child’s hearing loss, there are many options available to enhance their ability to hear.…