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9 Strategies to Bolster Your Immune System

May
27

Date: May 27th, 2022

Tips & Strategies to Boost Your Immune System
Immunity is the natural capacity of the body to fight off disease-causing microbes like viruses, bacteria and any foreign substance present in the body.
The immune system is essential for human survival because it keeps the body healthy by fighting off pathogens.
It comprises many cells, body organs and tissues that spread all over the body and are on the lookout for any invaders. A compromised immunity usually means trouble. So how can you boost your immune system?

Heart Failure Symptoms: What Causes the Heart to Fail?

May
23

Date: May 23rd, 2022

Heart Failure Symptoms & Tips to Remedy Them
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart can’t pump enough blood and oxygen to meet the body’s needs. It usually happens when the heart muscle has been damaged or weakened.
A heart attack, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease are some of the most common causes of heart failure. When you have heart failure, your organs don’t get enough blood flow. This causes them to work less effectively than normal.

Splash Safety: Curbing Infections Due to Splashing Blood & Body Fluids

May
20

Date: May 20th, 2022

Splash Safety in The Hospital: Avoiding Infectious Blood and Body Fluids
Healthcare workers are exposed to a wide range of infectious blood and body fluids. Splash safety, while a simple concept, is often misinterpreted and misapplied by hospital employees.
In today’s healthcare environment, there is no room for error – especially when it comes to preventing exposure to potentially-deadly pathogens.
Hospital employees must be aware of the principles and practices of splash safety – and never sacrifice personal protection to serve and/or please patients or other staff. Understanding the dangers, knowing how splashes can occur, and understanding proper procedures will prevent injuries and save lives.

Understanding Diabetic Heart Disease

May
16

Date: May 16th, 2022

What Is Diabetic Heart Disease?
Diabetes and heart disease are very common in older adults. In fact, there are approximately 4 million older adults in the United States that have both diabetes and heart disease.

This article discusses how these two common conditions affect each other and how you can avoid the complications associated with diabetic heart disease.

Can First Aid Training Boost Your Occupational Portfolio?

May
12

Date: May 12th, 2022

First Aid Training: Can it Boost Your Portfolio?

In a competitive job market, having additional skills is vital in winning the job of your dreams.

For instance, enrolling in a first aid training class can help you stand out among other job applicants or workmates. First aid skills are important emergency response techniques useful even in office environments.

Though workplace accidents are not an everyday thing, sometimes they happen and when they do, the repercussions can be far-reaching. Organizations care about employee wellbeing–most would rather work with safety-savvy employees than begin from scratch.
Most times, extra credentials like a first-aid certificate can be the tie-breaker if your CV matches another applicant’s portfolio,

First aid classes usually involve simple but crucial steps that can help rescue workers from small accidents or sudden collapses due to cardiac arrests and heart attacks.

What is Cardiac Massage and What are Some of the Cardiac Massage Techniques

May
09

Date: May 9th, 2022

A Complete Guide to Cardiac Massage Techniques
Cardiac massage techniques combine a series of tactics designed to help the heart as well as the nervous and circulatory systems.

This type of massage, also referred to as Kinesiotaping, is an innovative and unique method for treating the heart muscle. It is mostly used in athletic training but can also be beneficial for people who are suffering from different heart conditions.

Today the world is going through a health flood and more and more people are reporting weak hearts and damaged arteries.

Causes of Heart Palpitations: What Triggers Palpitations?

May
05

Date: May 5th, 2022

Causes of Heart Palpitations
The heart is part of the human circulatory system. It has four chambers and is located on the left side of the chest. The heart’s job is to transport deoxygenated blood from the body through the lungs and then oxygenate it before returning it to the rest of the body.

But sometimes, palpitations happen, leading to irregular heartbeats. So what are some common causes of heart palpitations?

7 Handy Devices to Track Your Cardiac Health

May
01

Date: May 1st, 2022

7 Heart Monitoring Devices to Consider
In today’s rapidly evolving health gadget marketplace, it’s very easy to get confused by the different devices promising to measure your heart health.

An athlete can check her performance with the automatic heart rate monitor watch, the fitness freak can keep track of his activity and diet with the fitness wristband and can even measure his blood pressure and monitor blood oxygen with a wireless blood pressure monitor.

Physical Exercise & Diet: Two Practical Ways to Manage Diabetes Type 2

Apr
27

Date: April 27th, 2022

How to Manage Diabetes Type 2
Statistics from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that over 24 million Americans have diabetes, with approximately 6 million citizens undiagnosed of the condition.
Other reports suggest that about 2000 Americans are born with the status having inherited the trait from their ancestral lines.
Diabetes is a life-threatening condition that increases the blood sugar level in an individual. Diabetes Type 2, also referred to as hyperglycemia, is the most common form of diabetes.
It occurs when your pancreas fails to produce the correct amount of insulin or becomes resistant to the insulin produced.

Toilet Hygiene Tips: What is a Bidet & Should You Use It?

Apr
23

Date: April 23rd, 2022

Everything About Bidets & Toilet Hygiene Tips
If you’ve ever searched for toilet hygiene tips then you’ve almost certainly heard about bidets.
A bidet is a sanitary fixture that is used to clean the genital, anal, and perianal areas of the body. The word “bidet” comes from the French language. Typically, bidets are located next to toilets in bathrooms. They are becoming more popular in homes throughout North America because more people are embracing the benefits they offer.
Bidets have been a part of many cultures for centuries. Now, they are coming into their own as a personal hygiene product, especially among people who can’t afford a professional cleaning service or those with limited mobility.
This tool is an important part of hygiene and comfort. They are not only for women but they can be used by either gender. Bidets come in a wide range of styles and prices so it’s important to do your research before you buy one. The style of the bidet depends on what you will use it for. A standard wall-mounted bidet in the bathroom is perfect if you’re looking for a more permanent fixture in your home or hotel room.