The Healthy You Is the Better You

Posted on: 15 August 2022

Your five primary senses are there to help you interact with the world. When your senses are sharp you're able to detect danger at a glance and can hear sounds to let you know someone is approaching. If you've always been able to hear very well it can come as a bit of a surprise when that begins to fail. You might notice that you're starting to turn the television and radio up to higher levels than before and you may even miss a few phone calls because you didn't hear the ring. [Read More]

Posted on: 14 June 2022

It can be a struggle to take care of a loved one who suffers from dementia. You want to keep this person safe and comfortable at home. However, you also might feel overwhelmed with the level of attention this person requires as they gradually lose their ability to remember basic details.  You may find you cannot handle this person's daily upkeep alone. It might suit both of you better to enlist the services of a professional dementia memory care facility for your relative. [Read More]

Posted on: 7 June 2022

Infection control is a crucial department in a hospital setting. Effective infection control reduces the risk of transmission of any hazardous materials or illnesses between patients, employees, and anyone else who is in the facility. There is typically a tiered approach when it comes to reducing the spread of infection. The facility should take standard safety precautions while also taking special transmission-based precautions to avoid transmitting disease. Here are some things you need to know: [Read More]

Posted on: 6 May 2022

Many people choose Botox as a cosmetic treatment. Botox is very effective at reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It can also be used to elevate a person's brows or slim their jawline. Botox injections are safe and minimally invasive, but some people are understandably nervous about receiving facial injections. If you're anxious about getting your first Botox injections, here are some things you can do to relieve your anxiety: [Read More]