Health

What used to be a fairly uncommon procedure, the number of neck surgeries performed on patients has significantly increased over the last decade. As technology has improved, surgeons have become more efficient at using this tool to help those suffering from neck pain or injury.  Even though they've become more...

Did you know that about 50% of the American population is trying to lose weight at any given moment? As a result, health and fitness are always at the front of a lot of people's minds. You should take full advantage of this if you're thinking about starting a small...

Are you concerned that you may be suffering from substance abuse? Drug and alcohol misuse is common in our society but many of us feel dependant on substances to function. 35 million people across the world suffer from substance abuse but only 1 in 7 receives treatment.  So what is...

Pregnancy is a time of change. A pregnant woman's body undergoes many physical changes as she prepares for childbirth. It can also be an emotional roller coaster, especially for first-time pregnant women who are unsure what to expect. Pregnant women should always remember that they are not alone when it...

Becoming a new parent at any point in life is a major step to take and a big change to come. During these uncertain times, becoming a new parent is even more challenging. Although new parent advice is beneficial for all new parents, it's even more beneficial as we transition...

You need to work out where you will work out. 1.4 billion adults do not meet doctors' recommended levels for physical activity. One reason why is the location of where exercises take place. They are far from the house and hard to access. Garage workouts place exercise right in your...

Modern technological advancement has made disease detection quicker and easier. Patients nowadays can be given prompt life-saving treatment especially in emergency cases. Some investigations even allow patients to know whether they will transmit or carry the disease to their loved-ones such as in genetic studies and infectious disease detection methods....

A woman’s body undergoes a significant transformation during pregnancy and after childbirth. Studies have found that mothers who feel unprepared or try to cope with all the physical changes after childbirth are more likely to undergo heightened stress, anxiety, or even depression. Childbirth can be a remarkable experience, but you must...

Ear Piercings might be more common than you think. 83% of all Americans have at least one ear pierced.  Many cultural and traditional beliefs influence people to get a piercing, while others simply like the look of it. Today, we know that almost all types of piercings come with health or...

Working five days a week with only two days for rest and recreation can be too much, that it can be stressful even if you’re doing your dream job. Sometimes, deadlines and heavy workload would even deprive you of your weekends off work, and it can take its toll on...