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Choosing To Live A Healthier Life

I have always been someone who really loves to get out there and enjoy time with other people, which is why I started becoming more and more involved in outdoor activities. Unfortunately, a few months ago I was left with a debilitating injury that I knew I had to resolve, and so I met with my medical care provider. He told me that I had been living with a stress fracture, and I knew that I had to have surgery to get it fixed. During my recovery, I decided to create a blog all about health and medical topics to help other people just like me. Check it out.

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Hospital Care at Home: Important During COVID-19 Times
29 March 2021

As COVID-19 continues to spread and worsen through …

What Can A Home Care Nurse Help With After Hip Replacement?
29 March 2021

Hip replacement is a major surgery. Most patients …

5 Tips to Recover From Orthopedic Surgery
22 February 2021

If you have chronic pain in your joints, your doct …

Diagnosing and Treating Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder
12 January 2021

Mixed connective tissue disorder (MCTD) is a rare …

What To Anticipate When You Undergo Substance Abuse Treatment
8 December 2020

After battling a drug or alcohol addiction for yea …

Hospital Care at Home: Important During COVID-19 Times

29 March 2021
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

As COVID-19 continues to spread and worsen throughout the nation, many people may find it increasingly difficult to get high-quality treatment from hospitals. This problem could lead to an outbreak of other conditions or a sudden increase in deaths and complications related to these diseases. As a result, it is important to understand how hospital at-home care may help out in this scenario. Hospitals Busy With COVID-19 May Struggle to Provide Other Care Read More 

What Can A Home Care Nurse Help With After Hip Replacement?

29 March 2021
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Hip replacement is a major surgery. Most patients spend at least a few days in the hospital recovering afterward, and then they may be sent to a rehab facility for another couple of weeks. After that, though, they are usually sent home — but they are not usually fully recovered and capable at this point. Having a home care nurse stop by every day can be a great way to ensure hip replacement patients get the care they need once they return home. Read More 

5 Tips to Recover From Orthopedic Surgery

22 February 2021
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you have chronic pain in your joints, your doctor may have recommended orthopedic surgery. Whether you have surgery on your hip or knee joints, it can improve your mobility and help you live a normal life again. However, recovering from the procedure may seem daunting. Here are a few ways to make your recovery a little easier. Ask Others for Assistance Once you have had orthopedic surgery, you may feel sore for a while and can't perform everyday tasks. Read More 

Diagnosing and Treating Mixed Connective Tissue Disorder

12 January 2021
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Mixed connective tissue disorder (MCTD) is a rare and complex autoimmune disease. Since MCTD has features of several autoimmune diseases it can be difficult to diagnose and treat. The faster the condition is diagnosed, the better the chances are of preventing permanent damage. Luckily, a rheumatologist can help. Read on to learn more about this disorder.  Symptoms Since MCTD has features of lupus, polymyositis, and scleroderma, there can be a wide array of symptoms simultaneously. Read More