The health of your bladder can determine how healthy your entire body will be. It is responsible for storing urine and passing it out. If it fails to perform its role properly, you may have to look for Incontinence Products for Women and face the possibility of becoming dependent on them for a lifetime. Incontinent products can be expensive and bothersome to use. As age catches up with you, it is important to take care...
The Privacy Rule from the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) provides rights related to personal healthcare protection, applies to covered entities – healthcare plans, providers, and data clearinghouses – according to the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Covered entities will typically contract with outside organizations such as law firms, and it is permissible under HIPAA for covered entities to share protected health information (PHI) with those third...
Leading a healthy lifestyle sounds simple in theory, but when delicious treats constantly tempt you, or when an evening in front of Netflix sounds more appealing than going to the gym, it’s far too easy to give in and choose the easy option. That’s not to say we don’t get enough education on how to improve our health — we do, a lot. But that’s half the problem too because with so much information flowing...
Building trust and rapport with patients is one of the most important aspects of a nurse’s role. Nurses who take the time to establish a positive relationship with patients (and their families or other caregivers) will gain a better understanding of the patient’s needs and emotions, enabling them to deliver the highest levels of care. In healthcare settings, the nurse often spends the most time with a patient, so these interactions will determine the patient’s...
Individuals who are looking at retirement have several choices where they may want to spend their retirement. Some will have a holiday home ready, while others continue to stay comfortably where they are. There is also a third option which is slowly growing more popular in Australia – that is to experience the lifestyle community in retirement villages. Here are some good reasons as to why this is happening. New Start, New Life Retirees may...
Are you a new nurse or a nursing student who intends to make the most of your professional field? Then the only support you have in this context is your tools. Just like any profession, even nursing tools have their own unique functionalities, which are needed in order to let you accomplish all your goals. While some nursing tools can be quite simple, there are others that need in-depth research before you start using them....
Tooth decay occurs as a result of the destruction of the structure of our teeth. Tooth decay can affect both the dentin layer of the tooth and the outer coating of the tooth known as enamel. When food debris is left on the teeth, bacteria residing in the mouth, digest these carbohydrate-rich foods, thereby turning them into acids. The acids, bacteria, saliva and food remnants combine together to form plaque that clings to our tooth....
By Derrick Hayes the “enTIEtainer” As I studied my life and what has helped me become successful I kept seeing the word HEALTH and inside HEALTH 6 components were revealed to me that I would like to share with you. H is for Happy. Are you happy or are you miserable. If you are happy find ways to stay happy and if you are miserable find things that make you happy. Most people that go...
Australia’s health care system seems to be neglecting the oral health of the ageing. According to Dr Peter Foltyn, a leading dentist in St Vincent’s Hospital, the ageing population of Australia could be facing a dental Armageddon. He observed that dental health care for the aged was getting worse every day. A person’s oral health can reflect their entire body health. Poor oral care can lead to chronic diseases such as oral cancer, diabetes, harmful...
When winter is closing in, you can be prepared for what is coming – the chapped lips, the dry and flaky skin, the endless moisturizing that you need to put yourself through to survive the cold season. Suffice to say, winter is not a fun season for our skin at all. Short of getting a facelift, we share some tips to keep your skin looking good throughout winter. Choose the Right Skincare Products During all...
