Building a skin care routine may seem like a daunting task, but it is easier than you think. The radiant skin you have always dreamed of can be yours with a good skin care routine. READ MORE
When people with allergies are exposed to pollen, dust, smoke, molds, or pet dander, this can cause inflammation of the nasal passages and increase the amount of mucus produced. This can block or narrow the sinus and put pressure on the eustachian tubes in the...
Bedsores can cause serious health issues down the road. Identifying the stages of bedsores can help treat them. What are the 4 stages of bedsores? How do I treat them? We have information you need to hear. READ MORE
When we are healthy, our knees, elbows, wrists, etc., all can bend and flex to their maximum amount. However, their ability to move after an injury or surgery may diminish. Through therapy and exercise, we can regain most, if not all, of our range of motion...
An antifungal cream treats fungal skin infections, hair infections, and nail infections. Most topical antifungal creams are available over the counter, i.e., without a prescription. However, one needs to have a prescription to get some of these ointments. Find...
Perineal spray and other peri care products are essential for patients with urine incontinence in long-term care or hospital setting. Cleanser products clean the perineum area, removing skin irritants (urine, fecal matter). Many skin sprays are considered...
Basic first aid is important to properly heal any wound and having the proper supplies, readily at hand, is crucial. Making sure your first-aid kit at home or on the road is properly stocked cannot be overstated since the ability to control the conditions any...
Haemorrhagic stroke occurs when an artery inside the brain ruptures and leaks blood into the brain causing cerebral haemorrhage. This break of the artery means that certain parts of the brain are deprived of blood and a stroke occurs. Blood irritates the...
Hip replacement is recommended to people who have complications such as pain, limited mobility and decreased ability to do daily activities. Pain may be caused due to wearing down of the hip joint that is caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis (a...
Foot pain can ruin your quality of life and Morton’s neuroma is no difference. What exactly is it? How can I avoid it or treat it? We can give you some information. READ MORE
During the healing process, necrotic tissue, or slough, forms over the chronic wound. It presents as is a pale yellow, dead tissue and covers the entire wound bed. A wound develops slough, it means that it is stuck in the inflammatory phase and healing is...
Undergoing lumpectomy surgery for cancer treatment can be overwhelming for a woman. But with proper post-surgical care, the road to recovery can be much easier and a lot quicker. Most patients can return to a normal routine within a few weeks. READ MORE
Infection of the stoma is one of the main worries of an ostomate. Skin infection around the stoma can happen for various reasons, so it is important to check your stoma and peristomal skin with each ostomy pouch change to identify any new issues should they...
Hydrocolloid dressing is known to have a unique design. It includes an adhesive compound containing gel-forming agents like gelatin or sodium carboxymethylcellulose. The adhesive compound is laminated on a film or foam made from polyurethane. The dressing so...
Breast cancer awareness month spreads awareness among people about early detection. Learn about the symptoms, risk factors & prevention of breast cancer at HPFY.
Our bodies are made up of several major systems that include the digestive system, respiratory system, the nervous system, skeletal/muscular system, and the circulatory system. All these systems work together in order for our bodies to operate properly. When...
