Health

Have you been wearing eyeglasses for a long time? You might be interested to try out a safe alternative. Get an idea of what types of contact lenses there are and which ones suit you best. The contact lens is a thin, soft, curved lens worn on your eyes. These contact lenses sit directly on the surface of your eyes, specifically on the structure called the cornea. Contacts are usually used as a safe and effective alternative to eyeglasses,...

When you think about vaccinations, you probably think about the vaccines you got as a child but there are plenty of adult vaccines that you should consider getting on a routine basis to be optimally protected. Your age, lifestyle, medical and vaccine history, as well as your travel plans, determine what adult vaccines you should consider. In this article, we’ll discuss the routine immunization schedule for adults and also discuss why adult immunization is an important part of your...

Anemia is one of the conditions that affect millions of people worldwide yet can go unnoticed. According to the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey, around 2.8 million Americans yearly are diagnosed with anemia during physician consults. Anemia can be caused by a lot of different factors. Despite affecting millions of people worldwide, it is a highly treatable condition. It is important to know what anemia is and understand what anemia causes so that you can take control of your...

Asthma is classified as a chronic disease of the lungs, which is characterized by ongoing attacks of wheezing and breathlessness, which can vary from mild to severe. It impacts about 25 million Americans and is currently the most common chronic disease in children. With such a prevalence, it’s likely that you know someone with this condition so understanding what to do during an asthma flare-up can help save a life! Read on to learn about the best asthma treatments...