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Allergy Relief

Autumn Allergies and School

Summer is coming to a close and days are getting shorter which means allergies and school are returning. As we take our children to the mall to buy new clothing for the school year we should also be sure our children are ready to combat their allergies at school. Learning new math, science, or history can be made more difficult if your child is suffering from fall allergies.

Oxygen Concentrators

Oxygen and Travel - Using Oxygen Concentrator While Traveling

Oxygen concentrators are generally used for oxygen supply in healthcare services, especially in areas where liquid or pressurized oxygen is either too dangerous or not feasible, such as at your home or in portable clinics.

Oxygen Conserving Devices & Regulators

Types of Oxygen Regulators: Understanding and Ensuring Safe Usage

Oxygen regulators are devices that enable a person to adjust the liter flow of oxygen from 1-25 liters per minute depending on the amount the doctor has prescribed for the device you are using. Regulators for children are specialized o regulate between 1 -32 litres and comes in small doses.

Nebulizers And Compressors

Proper Use and Care of Nebulizer

A nebulizer is a small machine that turns liquid medicine into a mist. It is prescribed by doctors as a treatment to the people who are suffering from asthma or other respiratory diseases. It is sometimes considered as an easier method for children who aren’t good in using inhalers and adults with severe asthma.

Allergy Relief Asthma

Allergies and Asthma: Nebulize and Exercise It!!

Asthma is a disease that affects the bronchial tubes in our lungs that brings the air we breathe into and out of our lungs. There are many triggers for asthma, and one of the most popular is allergies. This is called allergic asthma and contributes to a great deal of asthma cases.

CPAP Masks and Interfaces

Masks and CPAP

CPAP or Continuous positive airway pressure machines are incomplete without the mask. One wears a face or nasal mask attached to the machine during sleep. The mask is connected to a pump and provides a positive flow of air into the nasal passages in order to keep the airway open.

Tracheal Care Accessories

Speaking Through

A speaking valve is a one way valve that fits over the tracheostomy tube. The valve only allows air to be breathed in via the tracheostomy. When one exhales, the valve closes and air is pushed up via the larynx (the voice box) to exit via the nose and mouth. This facilitates improvements in voice, cough, smell and taste, and secretion management.

Tracheal Care Accessories

Cleaning the Tracheostomy Tube

As you know that the tube has two major parts the outer cannula and the inner cannula. The outer cannula is fixed and cannot be removed but the inner cannula can be removed for cleaning purposes. The tracheostomy inner cannula tube should be cleaned two to three times per day or more as needed.

CPAP Machines

The Old Way - Fixed Pressure CPAP

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines were initially used mainly by patients for the treatment of sleep apnea at home, but now are in widespread use across intensive care units as a form of ventilation.

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Vitamin Supplements

5 Best Calcium Supplements for Bone Health

Strong bones are important in all phases of life. The more you take care of your bones early on, the better your foundation will be when you get older. If you're not getting enough calcium, adding a supplement to your diet may be necessary. Here are 5 best calcium supplements to consider in 2024. READ MORE.

Insomnia

How to Deal With Insomnia

Think about it: not only will sleep deprivation put you at a greater risk for health issues, but your brain can’t function at its optimal level, which can cause personality changes, compromise reflexes, make driving or operating machinery dangerous, and even cause social problems. Here are 12 tips on how to deal with insomnia.

Ostomy Guide

Choosing the Right Ostomy Accessories

For those living with an ostomy, the right ostomy bag accessories can make everyday life easier and avoid potential troubles down the road. If you have an ileostomy or a colostomy, the right ostomy accessory can help you maintain your lifestyle and independence. With all the options available, how do you find the right ostomy accessories for you? Fortunately, our site, HPFY, has a plethora of ostomy accessories, and we can help point you in the right direction. READ MORE.

Peak Flow Meters/Spirometers

7 Best Peak Flow Meters for Monitoring Lung Function

If you are dealing with a chronic lung disorder such as COPD or asthma, peak flow meters can greatly help. Many doctors and respiratory therapists recommend these portable devices as part of the elaborate respiratory treatment plan. To help you find the right one, here are the top picks compiled in a list. READ MORE.

Chronic Illness

5 Products To Help With Chronic Fatigue

While living with CFS is no picnic, products are designed to help with day-to-day activities, energy, fatigue, and quality of life. Here are five items that can make chronic fatigue syndrome less challenging. READ MORE.

Bath Aids

7 Best Portable Shampoo Bowls for Bedridden Patients

An inflatable hair-washing sink is as important as shampoo and body wash in your bathroom, but finding the right one is equally confusing. Well, not anymore. HPFY is here with its seven top portable shampoo bowls.

Side Rail Protection

10 Essential Hospital Bed Accessories for Patient Care

The right hospital bed accessory can be critical for patient care, and there are plenty of options. How do I choose the right one? Which one is right for me? We have the information you need. READ MORE

Health & Wellness Indigestion

5 Best Gut Health Supplements

If you have ever been searching for any type of supplement, it can be quite overwhelming. Walk down the health aisle of any grocery store or search for supplements for gut health or digestive probiotics, and you’ll probably walk away with a headache! That’s why we have compiled a list of the five best gut health supplements. Read to know more.

Incontinence Guide

7 Urinary Incontinence Treatments for Women

Incontinence is more common in women than men and can significantly affect one's quality of life. Here are 7 urinary incontinence treatments for women that are worth a shot. READ MORE.

Intermittent Catheters

Hydrophilic Catheters for Intermittent Catheterization

A hydrophilic catheter, also known as a no-touch catheter. Learn all about hydrophilic coated catheters for intermittent catheterization.

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