Red, burning skin after exposure to cold wind? This is known as windburn. Contrary to sunburn which occurs as a result of UV exposure, windburn is said to develop when our skin is exposed to dry, cold wind. However, this has been heavily debated among specialists for as long as the condition was first named. […]
Renal Diet for People with Kidney Failure or Disease
Our kidneys keep fluids normal levels and balances the acidity in the body. When the kidneys no longer work as they should, your diet must be changed to help keep these levels normal.
How to Wash Your Hands Properly
Did you know that hand hygiene is the number one thing you can do to stop the spread of germs? Hand hygiene includes washing your hands with soap or applying gels. Staying healthy can be as simple as washing your hands to reduce the number of germs present. But you’re not always near a sink and wonder if it’s OK to use a hand sanitizer. Here’s the proper way to clean your hands and prevent illnesses and infection for you and your family.
How to Treat a Cold and Cough
There’s no cure for a common cold. Colds are caused by viruses that infect the lining of the nose, sinuses, throat, and lungs; you can’t treat with antibiotics but there are self care measures you can take to feel better.
Back Injury—causes, prevention, recovery
Nine out of ten adults will suffer from a back injury at some point in their life. Back injuries are the second leading cause of adults missing work. The good news is the majority of back injuries heal with time.
Blood Pressure Medicines
If making changes in your lifestyle—such as reducing stress and losing weight—doesn’t lower your blood pressure, your doctor may want you to take blood pressure medicine. Most people who take blood pressure medicine take it for life. This is a list of the main kinds of blood pressure medicine and how they work: ACE (Angiotensin […]