Urinary incontinence is a common problem in both men and women, however women on the whole are more affected. Around 13% of all women and 5% of men have some level of urinary incontinence, according to the NHS. Stress Incontinence and urge incontinence are more common in women, whereas overflow Read more…
Many families have professionals they go to in times of need. When the car breaks down, they have a mechanic they rely on to fix their car. When they are ill and need medical treatment, they have a family doctor to care for them. Surprisingly, however, given the importance of Read more…
It is a cold harsh fact that many people with addictions are victims of society. For some, it’s because of a traumatic experience or pain they are currently coming to terms with. For others, it may be as simple as being born on the wrong side of the tracks. Whatever Read more…
Anyone would benefit from making changes to their lifestyle that will help them lead a more healthy life. Living a healthy lifestyle does not just mean being incredibly meticulous about your food and becoming an exercise fanatic. It can be overwhelming, as the focus is usually on losing weight and Read more…
35 million men are currently experiencing hair loss according to Relevant Research, inc. and 65% of men have noticeable hair loss by age 60. The two main drugs used to fight male pattern baldness and regain hair growth are Finasteride (Propecia) and Minoxidil (Rogaine). Everyone has a friend who has Read more…
Chiropractic and physiotherapy are treatments that can relieve pain of joints and muscles, and address issues related to mobility. Both these therapies have the ability to improve quality of life without using medications. And, both treatments look to improve health and wellness, improve pain and discomfort, and enhance mobility and Read more…
Hopefully that day never comes for most people, but for some, a medical emergency just may rear its ugly head when you least expect it. Maybe your husband will fall off a ladder and break his legs, or maybe your baby will have trouble breathing due to a peanut allergy. Read more…
Stretch marks are familiar to women the world over; methods of how to prevent stretch marks, however, are almost certainly less well known about. They are an inevitable part of a woman’s life – whether it is during pregnancy, her teenage years or in fact during any stage in her Read more…
Dermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure which is earning medical fame and is used to great effect for treating various skin complications. Using dermabrasion the outer surface of the skin, the epidermis, can be removed by a process of sanding or abrasion. Dermabrasion is extensively used for treating skin problems caused Read more…
Think back to your last doctor’s visit. Did it happen over a year ago? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. Relatively few Americans have a close relationship with a primary care physician, and even fewer see one for an annual physical exam. This growing trend worries health experts because Read more…