Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Autism and Parenting Facts About Autistic Parents How to Find Support Autistic adults can be great parents or guardians. Just like allistic (non-autistic) people, some autistic people have the capacity or skills to raise a child, while others don’t. Many aspects of parenting and guardianship can be tougher for autistic people. The reverse, however, is also true: There are some ways in which raising kids might be easier if you are autistic (especially if the children in your care are also autistic)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsReview CostsTalk to BillingLower FeesAsk QuestionsBorrow From RetirementUse Your SavingsUse Home EquityTake Out Unsecured LoansArrange a Payment PlanConsider Medical TourismAvoid Credit CardsSwitch Insurance Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Review Costs Talk to Billing Lower Fees Ask Questions Borrow From Retirement Use Your Savings Use Home Equity Take Out Unsecured Loans Arrange a Payment Plan Consider Medical Tourism Avoid Credit Cards Switch Insurance...

Want to get care from an out-of-networkdoctor, clinic, or hospital? You might pay a lot more than you would if you stayed in-network. In fact, withHMOsandEPOs, your health insurance might not pay anything at all forout-of-network care. Even if your health insurance is aPPOorPOS planthat contributes toward your out-of-network care, your portion of the bill will be much larger than you’re used to paying for in-network care. Thelimits on out-of-pocket costs, which must be capped on most plans at no more than (dropping to $9,200 in 2025) do not apply to out-of-network costs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPerforming a Self-TestAfter the Self-TestDo They Resolve?After a SeptoplastySeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Performing a Self-Test After the Self-Test Do They Resolve? After a Septoplasty Seeking Medical Care If you look precisely, the cartilaginous and boney structure that separate the two nostrils (nasal septum) is off center in most people. This is known as a “deviated septum.” The slight asymmetry of this structure is not bothersome to most people....

A genital self-examination is a way to look closely at yourvulvaand the opening of your vagina to better understand your body and to spot problems that may need medical attention.While it can be helpful for identifying abnormalities (such as unusual discharge, bumps, or lesions), a medical professional is the only one who can accurately diagnose a problem. This article discusses the steps for performing a female genital self-exam. It also covers the limitations and when to see a healthcare provider....

Postural drainage is anairway clearance techniquethat helps people withCOPDclear mucus from their lungs. The lungs consist of five lobes, three on the right side and two on the left side of the chest cavity. Each lobe is further divided into segments. The goal of postural drainage is to help drain mucus from each of these lobes into the larger airways so it can be coughed up more readily. It uses a combination of chest percussion (a clapping movement performed with cupped hands) and vibration (a vibrating movement done with flat hands)....

Collagenis an important protein naturally found in connective tissues, bones, muscles, and cartilage. Factors such as aging, diet, smoking, lack of sleep, and sun exposure can reduce collagen production, causing the skin to wrinkle. Consuming between 2.5 grams to 10 grams of collagen per dayis considered safe, according to multiple studies.However, given the vast array of collagen products, it can be challenging to determine which ones are effective. What to Look for in a Collagen Supplement Teo Soleymani, MD, FAAD, FACMS, a double-board certified dermatologic surgeon and assistant clinical professor at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, told Verywell that collagen supplements have a “net benefit in improving skin, hair, and nail health....

Key TakeawaysPer the CDC, one vaccinated and one unvaccinated household can gather without wearing masks and physical distancing if none of the unvaccinated people are at risk of severe COVID-19.Involving more than one unvaccinated household in a gathering increases the risk of COVID-19 transmission.Regardless of vaccination status, the CDC still discourages having medium- and large-sized gatherings. Key Takeaways Per the CDC, one vaccinated and one unvaccinated household can gather without wearing masks and physical distancing if none of the unvaccinated people are at risk of severe COVID-19....

Key TakeawaysExperts say it’s safe to travel this summer as long as you plan ahead and take precautions to protect yourself against COVID-19.If you have young children who are not yet eligible for the vaccine, you’ll need to take extra steps for COVID-19 safety.Many countries are lifting vaccination mandates for travelers, but check before traveling internationally. Remember that a negative COVID-19 test is required for everyone flying into the United States....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsContact the Legal RepresentativeForm of DispositionChoose a Funeral HomeTypes of ServicesFlowers or DonationsPaymentPlanning Your Own Funeral Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Contact the Legal Representative Form of Disposition Choose a Funeral Home Types of Services Flowers or Donations Payment Planning Your Own Funeral Read on for an overview of how to plan a funeral or memorial service, whether for yourself or for a loved one....

Key TakeawaysThere are simple steps people can take to make holiday get-togethers safer for immunocompromised and chronically ill loved ones.Certain chronic conditions, autoimmune diseases, and medications can place people at a higher risk of COVID-19.Resuming COVID precautions that may have fallen to the wayside is an important way to make high-risk people feel safe and included this holiday season. Key Takeaways There are simple steps people can take to make holiday get-togethers safer for immunocompromised and chronically ill loved ones....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRisksTools UsedHow They’re Popped Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Risks Tools Used How They’re Popped This article explains how to safely treat a boil at home. It also reviews the tools and steps a healthcare professional may use to get a boil to pop. Verywell / Laura Porter Dangers of Attempting to Pop a Boil With No Head at Home You may feel tempted to pop or lance a boil at home, especially if it is small and isn’t super painful....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Self-CareSelf-Care TechniquesEffects on Mental HealthWhat to Avoid Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Self-Care Self-Care Techniques Effects on Mental Health What to Avoid Acne is the most common chronic skin condition in the United States, affecting about 85% of teenagers.If you experience acne, you probably want to know how to clear it up. When you have pimples, self-care can help alleviate symptoms and clear acne-prone skin....