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Taking Care of an Ill Loved One

I didn't think of myself as the nurturing type as I grew up, but when my grandmother became seriously ill while I was in college, my caregiver side came out. I started living with her and balancing her care with my schoolwork. It was very challenging, but seeing her recover and regain her ability to live independently was well worth the five years of hard work. Now I'm returning again to help my grandmother so she can once again stay at home, and I've decided to share some of my experiences online to help other caregivers feel like they're not so alone.

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What Happens During A Stress Test

Posted on January 10, 2022

Are you about to do a stress test to find out how well your heart is functioning? A stress test can give valuable information to your doctor so that they can know what type of treatments are best for you. If you have never had a stress test before, you may be wondering what will happen during the test. Several steps will be taken to ensure that an accurate result is given. [Read More]

Why It's So Important To Have Allergy Testing Done By A Doctor

Posted on December 3, 2021

Over the last few years, it seems like at-home options have emerged for all sorts of different medical treatments and tests. For example, you can find at-home allergy testing kits being sold on the internet. However, just because these kits are available does not mean it's a good idea to use them. It is far, far preferable to have allergy testing done in the doctor's office. Here are a few reasons why. [Read More]

Why You Should Always Prioritize Joining a 24-Hour Gym

Posted on November 3, 2021

Millions of Americans are signed up to all different kinds of gyms across the country. Some are annoyed that their registration is still active, while others visit gyms every day, and sometimes even more frequently than that. If you are looking to start your gym career and aren't sure what features you want in a gym then there are many considerations, but perhaps none are more important than the time your particular gym stays open. [Read More]

Subtle Signs You Should Call The Pediatrician

Posted on September 30, 2021

Of course, you're going to call your child's pediatrician if your child is showing obvious signs of illness such as persistent vomiting, respiratory distress, or treatment-resistant fever. But sometimes, the signs that your child could use medical attention are not so obvious. Here are a few subtle signs that you should make an appointment with a pediatric care clinic. Your child has been less active lately Sometimes kids just go through periods when they're less active. [Read More]