People think very little about the process of making and preparing a medication. They think it is just a matter of visiting the pharmacy and picking it up. It makes sense that so few people actually put much thought into the process of pharmaceutical compounding. These FAQs will help establish a basic framework of understanding for pharmacy compounding.
What is pharmaceutical compounding?
Pharmaceutical compounding refers to the creation of a new drug when existing ones do not meet patient needs.…
From school to sports teams, extracurricular programs and regular play, most kids demand a lot from their growing bodies. Despite the fact that most people consider chiropractic care to be reserved for adults, you may be surprised to find out how much it can help your kids, too. Whether your child is complaining of discomfort or you are just looking to prevent a problem before it starts, chiropractors are a great resource.…
Most adults have experienced the sunburn along with the lobster-red skin, painful burning and itching, blisters and overall exhaustion. You should be warned of the dangerous effects both short-term and long-term. Severe sunburns can lead to sun poisoning which causes not only illness but death in some cases. Approximately 3.5 million cases of squamous and basal skin cancer will be diagnosed in the United States alone each year. Here is more information about sunburns and how to prevent it.…
Diet and exercise may be the most logical way to help you lose weight, but if you are looking to achieve a healthy slim down, there are some vitamins and supplements you should not pass up at the vitamin store. The simple fact is, your body needs specific vitamins in order to boost the metabolism and help you shed the pounds. Here are five vitamins or supplements you should be taking along with maintaining a healthy diet and the appropriate amount of exercise.…
Far too many people assume that physical therapy is a treatment option that is solely focused on the needs of adult patients. However, the truth is, this treatment option can be equally beneficial when used in children. Below you will learn more about a few of the many benefits that physical therapy has to offer when used to treat children. Taking the time to carefully review this information will allow you to make a truly informed decision regarding whether or not physical therapy is right for your child.…
If you’ve decided on natural child birth with a midwife, you may be wondering about labor – particularly how to induce labor if you should go past your due date. You don’t want to go past your due date but when you choose a natural childbirth, you might think that your options are limited.
If you’re overdue, there are a few natural methods you can use to safely induce labor. Before you worry about accidentally causing pre-term labor, you should know that these natural methods will not induce labor if your body isn’t ready.…
Although a lot of women have children when they are younger, there are many reasons why you might have waited until you were in your 30’s to get pregnant. Now, however, you could be worried that you’ll have problems with getting pregnant and carrying and delivering a healthy baby at your age. Luckily, there are a few things that you can do before getting pregnant to help. Follow these four tips before you get pregnant, and you can feel better about getting pregnant in your 30’s.…
Varicose veins are veins that have become enlarged. For many people, they are simply a cosmetic concern, but for others, they can be uncomfortable and even painful. There are multiple treatment options for getting rid of varicose veins, with laser treatments being some of the most effective. Laser treatment typically has fewer risks and is not as uncomfortable as other treatments. Here is more information about laser treatment for your varicose veins.…
While you may feel upset over the thought of people seeing your hearing aids, your behavior when you can’t hear is more noticeable. From continually asking your friends and family to repeat what they said, to missing pieces of conversations entirely, it is clear to your friends and family members when it is time for you to get hearing aids.
You Ask People to Stop Mumbling
One of the first complaints many people have who are experiencing hearing loss, is that it sounds like everyone around you is mumbling.…
Your eye doctor has suggested that you have cataract surgery to improve your vision, but you’re a little nervous about the procedure. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, 3 million people have this surgery each year, and more than one third experience a higher quality of life after completing the procedure in both eyes. Here is some information to help you feel more comfortable about the surgery and get excited about your improved vision.…