When a baby is born and has trouble breathing, it’s the job of the neonatal resuscitation team to help get them on track during their golden hour. The five main steps in neonatal resuscitation are crucial for saving lives, and if you’re ever in this situation, you’ll want to know what they are. Below, we will
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It becomes important to find living arrangements that support your physical, emotional, and social well-being as you age. There are different choices of living arrangements for seniors, including assisted living, retirement homes, memory care, and independent living. Seniors who still have the physical and mental capability to live independently can consider independent living. This can
A new study was performed to assess whether cocoa supplements can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events. Although they are mostly known as an ingredient in chocolate, recent research suggests that the cocoa plant could be a source of many valuable chemicals called phenols.1 Three notable types of plant phenols identified
Very few people can maintain their teeth well into their adult years. Poor eating habits and a lack of dental care can both negatively impact our teeth. Unfortunately, many people wait until it is too late to take any action. One option is to see a dentist for corrective measures, as they can check up
A recent meta-analysis investigated whether performing shift work is associated with brain health, specifically, adverse cognitive health effects. Shift work, which generally describes working outside the range of 7:00am and 6:00pm, is an increasingly common phenomenon in today’s workforce.1,2 It can be very beneficial for society and the economy, as it allows for services to be
Caring for seniors with Alzheimer’s at home comes with unique requirements and challenges. They may experience memory loss, mood and behavior changes, general confusion and disorientation, difficulties recognizing people, things, places, and time. The symptoms and effects of Alzheimer’s can impact each aspect of a senior’s life, making personalized, specialized care more essential. As time
Depending on where you live, an adult family home can also be called adult foster homes, private assisted living, board, adult care homes, and personal care homes. While these family homes provide benefits similar to assisted living, the environment is usually smaller. The staff-patient ratio is small, meaning more personalized care for your loved one. Since the
Having difficulties understanding what others are saying or frequently asking people to repeat themselves can not only be frustrating but can also be a sign of hearing loss. Hearing loss can have a huge impact on your life, negatively affecting your emotional well-being, work, and relationships. Wearing hearing aids can help improve your hearing, improving your
Neck pain has become a very common problem over the past few decades. The number of people complaining of sleep disturbances has also been on the rise. Your pillow has a direct impact on your head, neck, and shoulders; so it is important to consider the best type of pillows to use for neck pain.
You often hear of people losing a significant amount of weight with just exercise and diet. However, for some people, their weight just doesn’t budge even after extensive changes to their diet and exercise regimes. And for people with conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes, losing weight is essential. So
As we grow older, it may be easy to forget how challenging the adolescent years truly were. As a teenager, you face constant pressure from friends, school, work, and even your family. And without the experience or resources to effectively handle this pressure, some teens may develop anxiety disorders. While there are multiple treatment options
The nervous system is a highly complex system that controls everything your body does. Why does it degenerate as we get older. The most obvious reason for nerve degeneration is simply age. As we get older, our nervous system starts to break down. The reason for this is not fully understood and entire teams of
A chiropractor is a care professional who most commonly helps to relieve back or neck pain with non-surgical treatment methods. Chiropractors can also provide assistance and pain relief for individuals with severe headaches, joint pain, and whiplash. Chiropractic care is most effective in combination with other non-surgical treatment methods that often go beyond the services
Chiropractic care is a safe, non-invasive treatment method that has helped countless people recover from injuries, reduce the effects of lingering pain, and get back to optimal health. However, many individuals who are eligible to see a chiropractor may not even know that this form of care is an option. Treatment methods are usually personalized
Do you ever hear a slight buzzing or ringing sound in your ears but can’t identify the source? If so, you may be of the many people who experience tinnitus. This common hearing problem causes you to hear a slight buzzing or humming sound when there is no external stimuli. As such, this can be
High blood pressure, also referred to as hypertension, is a common medical condition. In North America, as many as 1 in 3 individuals are silently living with this disorder. Genetics, being overweight or obese, advancing age, and being African-American all predispose individuals to have high blood pressure. High blood pressure causes no symptoms early on
One of the busiest parts of medicine is patient examinations. Doctors examine, assess, and evaluate everything about their patients. They’ll also need to document their findings, which can be tedious and strenuous. Due to the stress, most practitioners have resorted to employing virtual medical scribes. Therefore, the demand for such scribes has been on the
Back pain is considered chronic if you’ve been dealing with it for several months or longer. It may come and go, bringing you momentary comfort followed by frustration. Long-term back pain is extremely exasperating and unbearable for many people. Even though it’s common among youth, middle-aged, and senior citizens, it’s a condition that must never
Alcoholism tends to cause problems for the entire family. Family members of the person with the alcohol addiction problem can develop anxiety, depression, and other mental health-related issues as a result of their loved one’s addiction. They will often bear the brunt of emotional outbursts, and may even suffer physical abuse, as alcoholics will often
Joint pain and degeneration are common problems, affecting millions of people in North America and worldwide. Joint degeneration, or osteoarthritis, occurs due to the breakdown and loss of connective tissue in the joints. This leads to inflammation as the bones lose their cushion and rub together.1 This problem increases in frequency with age and affected individuals
The COVID-19 pandemic has radically changed how people go about their day; a very noticeable change has been the increase in time spent on screens. This transition has been especially noticeable in children and adolescents, largely due to the increase in remote learning worldwide. A study, published in the Journal of School Health, reviewed a
Rosacea is an extremely common skin disorder. In fact, around 415 million people worldwide are impacted by rosacea.1 Studies have shown that adult populations, aged between 45-60 years old are more commonly affected by this condition.1 What are some of the best treatments for rosacea? Rosacea is more likely to affect people with lighter skin tones.2 This
Fungal nail infections can be a stressful and recurring problem in some peoples’ lives. Fungal nail infections, referred to as onychomycosis in the medical community, affect as much as 10% of the general population. And the likelihood of experiencing fungal nail infections only increases with age – with the chance of being affected rising to
A pilot study was done of a new medication on a group of adolescents. How does it work, what were the results, and were there any side effects? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects roughly 1 in 44 eight-year-olds in the United States as of 2018.1 Its manifestations can vary significantly between individuals; however, it is often
Melasma is the brown, uneven pigmentation that sometimes occurs on the skin – typically seen in women, particularly as they age. Melasma is typically seen on the face, but can also occur on the neck and arms. Although this condition does not usually require treatment, there are some options available – such as topical treatments
Cognition can be defined as “the process by which knowledge and understanding is developed in the mind.” 1 It is also known that cognitive state is fluid and can either improve or decline over a lifetime. 2 Mild cognitive impairment can be described as “the stage between the expected cognitive decline of normal aging and the more
E-cigarettes are a relatively new product some have claimed to be “healthier” than conventional cigarettes. However, the use of e-cigarettes may also pose health risks. According to a newly published study, e-cigarette use was associated with a higher risk of developing prediabetes.1 Dr. Shyam Biswal, co-author of the study, emphasized the importance of these findings; “With
Before, healthcare was often confined and only administered in a limited number of settings- a doctor’s office, hospital, or clinic. Today, however, the medical care setting now includes minute clinics and even patients’ homes, also known as home health care. With that in mind, health care workers such as nurses have more career choices than