People in the western world are now living longer. This, however, doesn’t mean that they are able to stay healthy as long as they wish to. Your lifestyle choices in the beginning and in the middle of your life will have a huge impact on your future health and wellbeing. No matter if you are in your 20s or 50s,…
Category: Health
How Often Should You See Your Doctor?
Wikimedia Commons Ask most professionals, and they’ll tell you that you should visit the doctor about once every six months. But is that necessary? Should you visit the doctor even if there’s nothing wrong with you? Obviously, if you’re experiencing the pain of some sort (and it’s new), you should visit the doctor. Pain in the abdomen, neck…
Applying The ‘Prevention Is Better Than Cure’ Mantra To Your Life
We all know that prevention is better than cure. Doctors and dentists use this adage all the time, but it’s not always clear how to apply this mantra to your own life. If you’re not a health expert, you’re not au fait with the latest technology and research findings, and you don’t read the health news section on a daily…
Making The Right Healthcare Decision
If you’re moving to a new city or are simply reviewing your doctor or other health specialists’ services, then you need to make sure that you’re getting exactly what you need when you need it. It can be tough choosing a new service, it can be tough when you have so many options to choose from but whether you’re…
Enjoy A Healthier Life While Tightening Your Pursestrings
Picture Credit It often seems like you can’t afford to be healthy when you are living on a tight budget. Most healthy foods, such as fresh fruit and vegetables can be very expensive and a monthly gym membership can also be a huge strain on the bank balance. So, there is no wonder why some people who aren’t in…
The Secrets To Staying Happy And Healthy As You Age
Aging is an inevitable and completely natural part of life. No matter how hard we try to ward it off, it comes for us all at some point. That being said, the physical and mental decline often associated with old age is a little more in our control. You’ll face a number of changes as you get on in life,…
The Health Basics You Might Be Overlooking
Being healthy is very much something that takes a lot of time and energy to get right, and it is amazing how hard it can be to make sure that you are looking after yourself as well as possible. There are many absolute basics to health and being healthy which you might not be taking care of, in fact, and…
Nursing Home Concerns: Advice For Caregivers
Pixabay (CC0 Licence) Too many people who consider their options when caring for an elderly parent, nursing homes are often the most sensible option. Unfortunately, many caregivers find that despite their own enthusiasm, their parent may be firmly against the idea. For the caregiver, this is frustrating, and you may find yourself feeling the same way if…
Getting More Out Of Your Healthcare
The better your standard of healthcare, the more accessible the treatments you need to manage any condition that develops, improving the outcome you’re likely to see. However, improving your healthcare might not be about switching your primary care provider, but doing more yourself to ensure you have access to more accurate diagnoses, better self-care, and a deeper understanding of your…
These ‘Healthy’ Practices Aren’t as Great as They Seem!
It’s the start of a new year, meaning many of us are setting goals for the months ahead- and in particular, focusing on our health. After a month of indulgence with alcohol, food and late nights it’s certainly no bad thing, and a health kick can help to bring some balance back to your life. However, there are certain things…