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Understanding Depression and the Subconscious Mind
On 15 May 2018, "6 Minutes Medicine" a medical forum publication on the Internet published an article titled "8 Facts on the dark side of doctoring- Dealing with the elephant in the room" It was a plea by a specialist Head and Neck Surgeon at the Combined Annual Scientific Congress of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the New Zealand College of Anesthetists stating that "We know that there is an elephant in the room, but... ❯❯❯
What Are the Common Therapy Options?
Therapy has the potential to help people in many ways. It can useful for those suffering with emotional problems or simply having a bad time, but unable to personally sort out the issues. For many, a therapy session can be more productive than relying on medication. The main purpose of therapy is simply to make someone feel better. There is no guarantee it will completely fix the problems. But it can make a person feel happier and more... ❯❯❯
5 Simple Ways to Keep Our Mind Sharp
Having a sharp mind has a lot to do with having a sharp memory. Sharp memory means the ability to remember a lot of things together when it comes to learning. Having a good memory help us to recollect things easily and makes our life much easier. Those who have poor memory find it difficult to remember day to day happenings, contacts, places, information and as a result face a lot of difficulty. Now let us focus on some steps which... ❯❯❯
Stem Cells and the Aging Brain
Aging is a part and parcel of life, but as our body ages, our brains age too. Just like an aging body can be riddled with diseases and illnesses like arthritis, cataracts, cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis, an aging brain too can be afflicted with sickness. The age-associated diseases that affect the brain are often clustered under the umbrella-term of 'neurodegeneration'. Diseases like Huntington's, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's... ❯❯❯
Primary or Urgent Care - The Differences
When looking at primary and urgent care there are many differences between the two. Primary care is basically the day-to-day healthcare that is given by their physician. Urgent care is the type of medical care someone seeks when they have an illness or injury that is not serious enough to warrant going to the emergency room, they have no primary care physician, or it is after the hours that their primary care physician is open. ... ❯❯❯
How To Make a Hospital Visit More Enjoyable
There's no denying staying in the hospital for an extended or undetermined period of time is a taxing experience. However, there are several easy ways to brighten a friend or family member's hospital stay. Firstly, just being there is huge. The hospital can be an isolating and lonely place, and patients will no doubt appreciate the company. Your presence is a reminder of the world beyond the sliding hospital doors, and sharing... ❯❯❯
Essential Oils for the Winter and Cold
During the winter months it is common to develop bronchial infections, sinus infections, throat infections and viral, lung and bacterial infections if your immunity is low. These can truly make you feel unwell and interrupt your life for prolonged periods if not remedied. It seems though that keeping these at bay is almost impossible when you are surrounded by others sneezing and coughing all over you. Luckily there are a few things... ❯❯❯
Medicinal Benefits of Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a perennial plant, which is mainly cultivated worldwide for its medicinal and agricultural benefits. The aloe gel is extracted from the fleshy leaves of the plants. This plant has been widely studied for its therapeutic uses, some of which are described below. Useful in: Digestion | Boosts Immune system | Cancer | Skin | Hair | Arthritis | Bone and Muscles | Heals wounds | Women health | Nausea | Diabetes II | Acid... ❯❯❯
Healthy Living - The Best Tips For Getting Through A Cold
No one likes being ill. But yet every year, there is a good chance you will catch at least one cold or flu bug. Double this if you have children. When you are down and out with a cold, what do you find happens to your diet and fitness plan? Do you abandon ship, telling yourself you will start-up again once you are feeling better? If that is the case, you may want to rethink your strategy to some degree. While you obviously are not... ❯❯❯
An Easy Introduction to Salt Therapy
It is no question that the pharmacy industry grows every day. Any symptom you are feeling can easily be treated with a pill or a daily dose of medicine. It's very easy to get caught up in how easily problems we have with our bodies can go away. But taking pills or medicine sometimes is not the best option. With reoccurring illnesses or problems in the body, by taking the same drug one too many times, your body can build an immunity to... ❯❯❯