If you have diabetes, you may be one of the 40 to 45 percent of American people who have some form of diabetic retinopathy. This condition ranges from mild to advanced and in the last stage, it can cause drastic vision changes or loss of sight. Diabetic retinopathy appears when fluid escapes out of swollen blood vessels in the retina or when irregular blood vessels evolve on the retina's surface. If you've been diagnosed with this condition, learn how you can improve your vision and keep your sight by reading the tips below. [Read More]

There are many ways a person can get hurt at a hospital, from spraining a wrist to wrenching the back while lifting a patient. With the new medical technology being created each year, these safety hazards can be put in the past. Now, patient lifts, extra-hand items, and all-digital reporting systems are helping hospitals work more efficiently with fewer hazards.  Do You Need a Pair of Extra Hands? Extra hands is the nickname given to items that prevent injury by holding or supporting items that would otherwise need to be held by nurses or patients. [Read More]

Seeking chiropractic care is a natural choice when your child complains of back pain, but a visit to the chiropractor can do more for your children than strictly relieve discomfort. Many chiropractors have proven track records of treating children of all ages for a wide range of ailments. Whether your child is having trouble keeping focused at school or is dealing with various conditions that negatively affect his or her quality of life, a chiropractic consultation -- and a treatment plan -- can often be an effective, drug-free solution. [Read More]

There are many skin conditions that present as an itchy rash. Some of them, like eczema, are household names, while others, like tinea versicolor, don't get as much attention. Here are four things you need to know about this little-known skin disease. What is tinea versicolor? Tinea versicolor is a skin condition caused by fungus called Malassezia. Malassezia is naturally found on human skin, but if the fungus grows too quickly, it can cause tinea versicolor or other skin conditions. [Read More]