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Gauze Dressings

5 Best Gauze Dressings for Wounds

Different wounds require different dressings to heal properly. How do you choose what's right for you? Here's our list of the five best gauze dressings for different types of wounds. READ MORE

Wound Management

5 Best Sodium Chloride 0.9% Irrigation Solutions for Wound Care

Sodium Chloride 0.9% Irrigation Solution is essential for wound cleansing & expedite healing. Find 5 best sodium chloride 0.9% irrigation solutions.

Antifungal Cream

5 Over the Counter Yeast Infection Creams

A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida. Yeast is a type of fungus that is normally found in small amounts on the skin and inside the body without causing any problems. But in a favorable environment, yeast can rapidly multiply and grow out of control, causing an infection called candidiasis. Find 5 Over the Counter Yeast Infection Creams at HPFY.

Topical Skin Adhesives

5 Best Skin Adhesives In 2024

Skin adhesive is a less painful and less scary choice when closing a wound, so doesn't that make it a good option? It can be, but there are two very important factors to consider that would require stitches rather than skin adhesive.

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How To Apply A Pressure Dressing?

Pressure dressings are used as first-aid for heavily bleeding wounds. They help stop excessive blood loss by applying compression on the damaged blood vessels to facilitate blood clotting. Learn all about applying the pressure dressing at HPFY.

Compression Bandages

A Comprehensive Guide for Compression Bandage

Bandage wraps have been around and work wonders for treating many injuries, but do you know how to wrap them? Learn how to wrap a compression bandage. READ MORE.

Topical Skin Adhesives

How To Remove Adhesive from Skin?

Skin adhesives are widely used, from dressing a minor wound to affixing tubes and sensors to the skin in hospitals. However, the stronger the adhesive, the more painful it is to remove, especially for sensitive skin. Even ripping off a band-aid can sometimes sting because they are designed to adhere strongly to the skin. Learn how to remove adhesive from skin at HPFY.

Wound Management

All About Deep Tissue Injury

A deep tissue injury (DTI) can be painful and debilitating and lead to life-threatening issues. Even with treatment, it can quickly deteriorate into your worst nightmare, and since it's not an obvious injury, it's easy to miss. Learn all about deep tissue injury.

Wound Management

5 Probable Reasons Why Your Wound Won't Heal

A normal wound will generally heal in 4 to 6 weeks, but if it does not heal in this timeframe, it becomes a chronic wound or, in simple terms, a non-healing wound. If the wound is not healing in a timely manner, it means there is another unnoticed and untreated underlying condition. Learn about 5 probable reasons why your wound won't heal and more.

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Diabetes Management Pregnancy Care

10 Tips For Gestational Diabetes Self Care

Pregnancy can take its toll on a woman's body, which is why proper prenatal care is vital to ensure a healthy mother and baby. There are so many things to be aware of which you may have taken for granted. Adding gestational diabetes into the mix can be quite challenging, and lifestyle changes are necessary to control blood sugar levels. READ MORE.

Back Pain

5 Best TENS Unit for Back Pain

Back pain can be especially debilitating and prevents you from going about your daily routine. When over-the-counter and prescription medication isn't enough, a great way to get some relief is with a TENS machine. READ MORE.

Humidifier

10 Health Benefits of a Humidifier

Using a humidifier has many health benefits. What is a humidifier good for? What does a humidifier do for you? We can give you the information you need. READ MORE

Anal Fissures

Anal Fissure Treatment at Home - 5 Things That Can Help!

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. READ MORE.

Mattress Accessories

7 Best Mattress Pads

A good-quality mattress pad is a thin layer of fabric that is placed on the mattress under a fitted sheet. Find 7 best mattress pads at HPFY. READ MORE.

Wound Management

5 Tips on How to Get Rid of Boils

That red bump on your face? It might not be regular run-of-the-mill acne or a pimple. This article will help you understand what a boil is and how to get rid of boils. READ MORE.

Ostomy Guide

Stoma Caps: Your Guide to Protect an Ostomy

People living with an ostomy can choose from various sizes. Would a stoma cap be right for me? When are they appropriate? Fortunately, we have the information you need. READ MORE

Stretching And Flexibility

Blood Flow Restriction Training: What You Need to Know

Blood flow restriction training or occlusion training has been around for a while but is increasing in popularity. What is it? Should I try it? Here’s what you need to know. READ MORE

Alzheimer’s or Dementia

10 Best Products for Dementia Patients

Seniors with dementia can become angry and agitated. Is there a way to calm dementia patients? What products benefit them most? We have 10 great products. READ MORE

IV Supplies

Your Checklist for Home Infusion Therapy

Infusion therapy may sound or seem intimidating, but once you understand the process, it becomes a part of your daily routine. Conversely, keeping up with a regular stock of IV supplies is a more challenging task—unless you have read this article. READ MORE.

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