Whether you want to lose weight to fit into your favorite pair of jeans, or whether you’re trying to make sure that your body stays as healthy as possible as you age, weight loss can be very rewarding — but it can also be very difficult. Sometimes the extra weight just won’t go away, even… Continue reading
Month: March 2015
Understanding the Sudden Surge in Urgent Care Services
If you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of a stroke, the clear choice for medical treatment is a hospital emergency room. If you need a routine check up or physical, your primary care provider is the best choice. But what about injuries or maladies that fall somewhere in the middle? Urgent care facilities,… Continue reading
How People With Impaired Vision See Clearly
Eye disorders are incredibly common in the world today, with 20.6 million adult Americans experiencing vision loss, as reported in the 2012 National Health Interview Survey. Whether they are near-sighted, far-sighted, or legally blind, most people with impaired vision agree that it is one of life’s more intrusive annoyances. One of the easiest ways to… Continue reading
The Whats, Hows and Whens of Laser Treatment for Plantar Warts
Plantar warts are warts on the soles of the feet. They’re caused by the human papillomavirus, but you shouldn’t panic about them; in fact, plantar warts are extremely common and rarely even viewed as a medical problem. If you notice a wart on the bottom of your foot but it isn’t interfering with regular function,… Continue reading
Philadelphia Health System Opens Its First Urgent Care Center
Finding fast, affordable care for the injured is an important step in preventing various complications and helping patients return to normal. However, due to problems like emergency room overcrowding, the expensive cost of medical treatments and a shortage of local doctors, obtaining this care is often easier said than done. Fortunately, urgent care clinics are… Continue reading
A Short Guide to the Differences Between Propylene Glycol and Vegetable Glycerin
Vaping has been a growing trend for awhile. From hipsters looking for the coolest new thing to ex-smokers looking for a way to kick their habit, vaping is here to stay. In fact, the vaping industry is expected to reach an impressive $3.5 billion in 2015. One of the most important things to know about… Continue reading