How To Slow The Progression Of Dry Macular Degeneration With Low Vision Rehabilitation

Humans use their sight to distinguish up to 80 percent of all impressions, but this ability is threatened when you develop a condition like dry macular degeneration (AMD). Dry AMD is an age-related condition that thins your layer of retinal pigment cells (RPE) in your macula. Your RPE cells are very important to vision because they reinforce your light sensitive photoreceptor cells. The brain is where vision happens. The photoreceptors take the things you look at and send this information to your brain. Read More 

Three Signs Of Prostate Cancer

It is estimated that one in seven men will develop prostate cancer at some point in their lifetime. And the difference between beating the cancer or succumbing to it is early detection. While many men are aware of the common symptoms of prostate cancer, such as an enlarged prostate, pain when urinating, or loss of bladder control, many men don't know some of the other symptoms associated with this type of cancer. Read More 

Get A Speech Therapy Evaluation If Your Toddler Is Not Talking Fast Enough

Each time you bring your child to the doctor for a well visit, the doctor will ask you how many words your child says. By the time your child is two years old, he or she should be saying around 50 words. If your child is only saying a couple words by this age, the doctor may recommend having the child evaluated by a speech therapist. Here is what you should expect from an initial consultation with a speech therapist. Read More 

3 Benefits of Attending Long-Term Rehab for Drug Addiction

When you've been struggling with drugs and have finally decided to put this chapter of your life behind you, your next priority is to find a rehab facility that suits your needs. Moving into this new home will allow you to dramatically change your life; you'll go from spending days that revolve around drug abuse to learning how to fill your hours with positive activities. When you're considering different rehab facilities, you'll find those that offer short- and long-term stays. Read More 

Getting Your Life Back On Track: 3 Weight Loss Tips For The Mornings

Did you know that most Americans are unhappy with their weight? The numbers come close to 89 percent for women. If you're among those statistics, it's time to get your life back on track with professional help from a weight loss clinic. The way you start your day is particularly important in helping you to achieve your goals. Implement the following 3 weight loss tips in the mornings to shed those pounds off. Read More