It's often said that a person with an addiction won't get help until they "hit bottom." An intervention is a way for friends and family to help the addict get to the bottom sooner rather than later and be standing there with an offer of help when it happens. The bottom comes in the form of consequences offered by the intervention participants if the addict doesn't accept help, like cutting them off financially or socially.
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Whether you're unsatisfied with the care provided by Western health practitioners or you're just always open to something different, it's worthwhile to identify an Ayurvedic practitioner working in your community and schedule an appointment. An Indian holistic-based practice, Ayurvedic care can benefit your health in a number of ways. As with other types of health practitioners, you can visit an Ayurvedic practitioner with a wide range of health complaints, from aches and pains to inflammation in your body to dietary concerns, and the practitioner will treat you in one or more different methods.
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Menstruation, in all its unpleasantness, is a necessary evil if you ever want to have children. However, there may be many telltale signs from early on that you do not have a normal menstrual cycle and/or normal blood flow during this time of the month. Here is how to identify the "not normal" period things so you can discuss them effectively with your OBGYN.
Blood Clots vs. Clotting Blood and Uterine Lining
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Hip fractures are common among the elderly, and each year, at least 250,000 people aged 65 and older are hospitalized for hip fractures. Because your parent is elderly, it could possibly happen to them. Below is some information about the causes of hip fractures, how it is treated, and the recovery process.
Causes of Hip Fractures
There are many things that can put your parent at risk of having a hip fracture including:
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Vaginal yeast infections are a common occurrence. In fact, studies show that about 75% of all women will have at least one vaginal yeast infection in their lifetime, and 45% will have more than one. Unfortunately, there's nothing that can be done to prevent yeast infections. However, there are some things that can be done to lower your chances of developing one. Here are four simple steps you can take to reduce your chances of developing a vaginal yeast infection.
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