Incontinence pads should be changed regularly even if they are not wet in order to maintain skin hygiene. Pads which are soaked in fluid will lead to leakage and cause skin rashes.
Catheter insertion may cause slight irritation within the urethra and therefore, care must be taken during insertion to avoid injuries. It is also important for users to wear loose cotton clothes to keep the Foley catheter free from accidental pulls. Hygiene...
The following are examples of the types of microbes that can be spread from unclean hands of health-care staff: Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA) Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Strep) Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) Klebsiella Enterobacter...
Hygiene is very important for a lymphedema patient. And if you have edema then you need to take special care of the skin. Such a skin is easily exposed to bacteria, infection and cellulitis and therefore, you must take special care of cuts, burns, bruises...
Anyone can experience a UTI, but those who have had an injury, surgery, or any other reason to use a catheter, indwelling or intermittent, have the additional possibility of contracting a catheter associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI). This can affect the...
Several illnesses are commonly spread during this time. For some, these viral illnesses can be dangerous. The elderly population, the young, and those with compromised immune systems are more apt to develop complications from mere viruses. Many of the symptoms...
Urinary tract infections can be pretty common. Are there home remedies for urinary tract infections? What’s the best home remedy for a UTI? We have some information for you. READ MORE
Oral health and its effects on the body have been a topic of research recently. Some say it is the “window to your overall health” or the “mouth is the gateway to your body.” Some chronic conditions have been linked to poor oral health. Lifestyle choices can...
Yes, Many wrist and hand fractures or displacements can be handled with low temperature thermoplastic splints. These splints can be water proof and it is possible to remove them under controlled circumstances for hand hygiene and prescribed exercises.
Conjunctivitis is an eye infection that causes inflammation in the eye. In this article, we will discuss the difference between viral and bacterial pink eye. READ MORE.
If you have not already, it is about time you invested some time and energy in revitalizing your femininity. Here is a list of the best products for vaginal health that you must consider buying for a healthy and happy vagina. READ MORE.
Our skin is our largest organ and our first line of defense against nasty stuff like infections. This means we should be diligent in protecting our skin and for those with prosthetics, it is doubly so. Where our bodies merge with prosthetic legs or arms, these...
Good postpartum pads should be on your list of essentials when packing your hospital bag before the delivery. To help you figure out which ones to buy, here is a list of 5 of our best postpartum pads. READ MORE.
Since halitosis can be a detrimental social issue, how can you treat bad breath between visits to your dentist? HPFY can give you some tips for dealing with this issue in your home every day.
Surgery is often thought of as the only option, but there are actually several ways to treat this condition at home. If you are interested in exploring those options, here are five effective options for anal fissure treatment at home that you can consider...
