3 Tips For Your Loved One's First Week Of Home Care

If you have a loved one who has to start receiving care in their home on a daily basis, this could be a very big transition for them and for you. If you want to ensure that their new daily routine gets off to a good start, you should go into this process with an idea of what to expect. Here are three tips to keep in mind in order to ensure your loved one's first week of home care goes smoothly. [Read More]

Give Pediatric Telemedicine A Chance -- In Certain Cases

Telemedicine has made it easier for people to see a doctor without having to worry about getting to an office on time, find parking, and wait for an appointment while sick. It isn't a total substitute for seeing a doctor in person, but it is a wonderful addition that makes some care more convenient and faster to provide. Telemedicine for pediatric patients has been somewhat more controversial as children are generally better off being seen in person, especially when they're younger and can't adequately describe symptoms. [Read More]

Do You Really Need To Replace A Missing Tooth?

If you have recently lost a tooth, you might not feel great about the appearance of your smile. At the same time, you might be wondering if you can get away with not replacing the tooth because the dental bills are adding up. The truth is that you should not pass on replacing a tooth. Having a missing tooth can lead to many consequences, some of which are long-term. Read on to see why replacing a tooth is typically a good idea. [Read More]

Are You Living With Chronic Knee Pain? Here Are Some Signs That You're A Good Candidate For Total Knee Replacement Surgery

Chronic knee pain can interfere with performing work and performing physical activities you enjoy, such as swimming or jogging. When the pain becomes extreme, it can even prevent you from bathing and getting dressed in the morning. Thankfully, pain that's caused by damage to your knee joint — whether due to physical trauma or arthritis — can be alleviated through total knee replacement surgery. This knee surgery replaces your damaged joint with two metal brackets that have a plastic disc between them in order to provide cushioning. [Read More]