I have had diabetes my entire life, and I am very thankful for the fact that modern medical discoveries have helped me live a happy, healthy life despite my disease. I have had to watch what I eat and take medications daily for most of my life, and while i used to feel like I was "missing out" when other children were able to eat sugary candy and I wasn't, I eventually learned that sugar-free candy tastes great. I am always keeping up on the latest diabetes research, and while researching, I have also learned about many other diseases and ailments and how they are treated and controlled. I know others are too busy to browse a bunch of medical websites, like I like to do, so I decided to start a blog that others can visit that contains information on a variety of medical topics all in one place!
Modern Medicine Saves Lives Every Day
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Tips For Choosing A Medicare Supplement Plan
12 April 2016
Choosing a Medicare supplemental health plan can seem like an overwhelming task. With so many options to choose from, it can seem impossible to easily make the right choice. However, knowing what key factors matter can get you started. Knowing what you can afford, understanding your long-term needs and taking the time to research providers can quickly put you on your way to making the right decision. Know What You Can Afford
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Used Wheelchairs Saveyou Money And Allow You To Purchase Better Equipment
11 April 2016
If you have recently been injured and you need to find a wheelchair quickly, you may want to consider used medical equipment. Especially if you will need the wheelchair long term, the type of chair you purchase will be important. You can afford a better wheelchair when you purchase it used, and you should look at the size of the chair, how easy it is to use, and if the chair is portable when looking to make this investment.
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3 Types Of Hearing Aids To Consider
2 April 2016
Picking out the right hearing aid can be difficult and confusing because there are so many different types and styles. This is made even more difficult by the fact that no one style is objectively better than the rest as all of the hearing aid types have their own set of benefits. Listed below are just a few of the available hearing aid types to consider. Completely-In-Canal A completely-in-canal hearing aid is one of the most popular styles of hearing aid because it is discreet.
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3 Tips For New Contact Lens Wearers
31 March 2016
So you finally decided to ditch your glasses and switch over to contact lenses! Now that you are a new contact lens wearer, you should be aware of a few things when it comes to wearing and caring for your contact lenses. Follow these tips as a new contact lens wearer to ensure that you have the safest and easiest transition to contact lenses possible Make Sure They Aren't Inside Out
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What Determines How Your Shoulder Instability Is Treated?
14 March 2016
You have an unstable shoulder if the bones forming the joint are moving excessively against each other. This form of instability occurs when the connective tissues around the joints loosen. It may be caused by different things such as traumatic injury or chronic stress of the relevant connective tissues. Treatment for shoulder instability depends on various factors such as: Cause of the Instability The cause of the instability determines the approach to the treatment.