Insomnia can have profound effects on your life and particularly on your health. According to Healthline, sleep deprivation can lead to weight gain and high blood pressure, as well as increase your risks of diabetes and heart disease. Sometimes, insomnia is a symptom of a circadian rhythm sleep disorder, which occurs when your body’s internal sleep-wake cycle is not synchronized with the light-dark cycle.
In some, external issues may cause this desynchronization, such as shift work or jet lag.…
A sore throat is common, especially if you have a cold, but a more involved infection can be painful and debilitating in some cases. Caused by a bacterium known as Streptococcus, strep throat can be a serious infection is not treated properly. Of course, knowing the signs of this infection is key for efficient diagnosis and an effective treatment. This guide will help you understand strep throat and which treatments will be necessary to restore your throat and underlying health.…
If you have to go to a health care clinic for infusion therapy, you may want to prepare yourself ahead of time with plenty of things to do. You’ll be made as comfortable as possible, but the length of the infusion will vary depending on the treatment you need. If you are nervous, bringing a friend can help. From your favorite music, to books or video games to play, plan on spending some time sitting still while the therapy is administered.…
As you start getting older, the cartilage in your knees starts wearing down. This can cause you pain on a daily basis. If you’re tired of this vicious cycle, you’ll want to take the following care steps right away.
1. Rely on Heat and Ice Therapy
If your knee pain is mild or moderate, you may not need to spend a fortune treating it. In fact, heat and ice therapy may be all that’s needed to get you feeling better and back on your feet.…
