Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPersonal AlertShower Transfer BenchBidet AttachmentTransfer SheetFloor MatProducts for Older AdultsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Personal Alert Shower Transfer Bench Bidet Attachment Transfer Sheet Floor Mat Products for Older Adults Frequently Asked Questions By 2034, the number of adults over age 65 is expected to be larger than the number of children in the United States for the first time in history....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon CausesHome RemediesPreventionWhen to Seek CareNext in Hair Loss GuideHair Loss (Alopecia) Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Causes Home Remedies Prevention When to Seek Care Next in Hair Loss Guide Somehair loss(called shedding) is expected. On average, people lose 50 to 100 strands of hair a day.Depending on the cause of yourhair loss, some home remedies, such as massage, herbs, and nutritional changes, may help regrow hair naturally....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGetting Water From FoodsWhy Is Hydration Important?15 Hydrating FoodsWhen to Boost Intake Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Getting Water From Foods Why Is Hydration Important? 15 Hydrating Foods When to Boost Intake Getting enough water every day doesn’t have to come only from liquids. Eating hydrating foods can help you maintain your body’s water balance, which is essential for good health. You can increase your daily water intake with 15 choices of healthy and tasty foods....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesRecommendationsOptionsBreztri Aerosphere Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Recommendations Options Breztri Aerosphere Inhalers for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are a mainstay of treatment. These medications are inhaled through your mouth so they can directly reach your lungs. If your healthcare provider prescribes an inhaler for COPD, it’s important to know that different types of inhalers have different actions and uses. Some contain bronchodilators to open your airways or deliver a glucocorticoid (steroid) to reduce inflammation....

Like many things related to our bodies, we only pay attention to ourdigestive systemwhen it’s giving us a problem. Otherwise, we tend to overlook it and put all sorts of things into it without a second thought.However, knowing how your digestive system is supposed to work can help you improve your overall digestive health. This knowledge can help you take better care of your digestive system, more quickly identify any possible digestive problems, and communicate more effectively with your healthcare provider....

A study published in 2014 found that movies failed to show dementia accurately and may reinforce stereotypes.Yet more recent efforts, from the warm humor of “The Leisure Seeker” to the dark mission of “Elizabeth Is Missing,” are reflecting the complexity of memory loss in an aging population. This article presents 15 films that have made the effort to portraythe reality of Alzheimer’s and dementiafor people living with the diagnosis and their loved ones....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSaltwater RinseCold and Heat TherapyHerbal RemediesMedicationsWhat Causes Wisdom Tooth PainOther CausesWisdom Teeth ExtractionWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Saltwater Rinse Cold and Heat Therapy Herbal Remedies Medications What Causes Wisdom Tooth Pain Other Causes Wisdom Teeth Extraction When to Seek Medical Care Home remedies and over-the-counter (OTC) medications like Advil (ibuprofen) can deliver relief from wisdom tooth pain....

Key TakeawaysThe 2020 election cycle has been emotionally fraught. It’s normal to feel anxious.Set aside time to examine your feelings and de-stress.Certain activities can help you simultaneously relax and focus on something other than politics. Key Takeaways The 2020 election cycle has been emotionally fraught. It’s normal to feel anxious.Set aside time to examine your feelings and de-stress.Certain activities can help you simultaneously relax and focus on something other than politics....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBlack CohoshCalciumMacaEvening Primrose OilVitamin DRed CloverValerianSoyDHEAGinsengWild YamChasteberryFlax SeedsSt. John’s WortDong QuaiSafety Considerations Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Black Cohosh Calcium Maca Evening Primrose Oil Vitamin D Red Clover Valerian Soy DHEA Ginseng Wild Yam Chasteberry Flax Seeds St. John’s Wort Dong Quai Safety Considerations Between hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings,menopausecan be an uncomfortable period for many people. While hormone therapy, antidepressants, and other medications can provide relief, some people opt to take supplements for symptoms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStrenuous ActivityAirport ScannersE-CigarettesLarge MotorsIndustrial EquipmentMagnetsAnti-Theft DevicesCellphonesHeadphonesMedical Tests and DevicesDaily Activities Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Strenuous Activity Airport Scanners E-Cigarettes Large Motors Industrial Equipment Magnets Anti-Theft Devices Cellphones Headphones Medical Tests and Devices Daily Activities There are precautions to take when living with a pacemaker, though next-generation models often present fewer risks than older pacemakers.Exposures ranging from the magnets in a wearable device, to welding equipment or certain motor types, may interfere with pacemaker function....

Condomscan prevent pregnancy, protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and enhance pleasure during sex. There are many differenttypes of condomswith different features. Most are external condoms, which go over a penis, but there are also internal condoms that go into a vagina.This article will go over the types of external and internal condoms, including those that offer contraception and STI protection, as well as condom types that are specifically designed to make sex more enjoyable....

While there aren’t any guaranteed ways to avoid thyroid disease, certain lifestyle changes may help reduce your risk. This article describes 15 things you can do to lower your risk of thyroid disease. 2:195 Common Misconceptions About Thyroid Disease 2:19 5 Common Misconceptions About Thyroid Disease Eat Less Sugar and Processed Foods Diets high in sugar and processed foods are both linked to an increased risk of thyroid disease. They can also disrupt the production of thyroid hormones and make hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism harder to control....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of Contents15 Beginner PosesInstruction and EquipmentAdaptions If You Have PainYoga Styles for Beginners Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents 15 Beginner Poses Instruction and Equipment Adaptions If You Have Pain Yoga Styles for Beginners If you are new to yoga or have a health condition that makes it hard to do advanced poses, you can do many beginner yoga poses to achieve the benefits of yoga without prior experience or a lot of flexibility....