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Living With Type 2 Diabetes

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes five years ago, and I've had to make considerable changes to my lifestyle to maintain my health since I was diagnosed. I started this blog to share my experience of coming to terms with having type 2 diabetes and what I've learned on my personal journey. I share details of the lifestyle changes I've made, including giving up smoking and eating more wholefoods, and my personal experience of using alternative treatments, such as acupuncture and herbal medicine. I also post about new treatments that are becoming available for type 2 diabetes. I hope you find my blog useful and informative.

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2018

2 dental health tips for couples
Being in a relationship can have an impact on your dental health. If you have a partner, here are some tips that should help both of you to maintain excellent oral health. 1. Avoid sharing drinks for a while if one of you starts to show signs of gingivitis 'Gingivitis' is the term used to describe early stage periodontal disease, a very serious dental condition that often results in tooth loss and permanent gum recession.

The Benefits of Using Vascular Ultrasound
When a vascular ultrasound procedure is undertaken, an examination of the body's blood circulation can be undertaken in a non-invasive way. An ultrasound approach, which is sometimes referred to as a duplex study, means that an evaluation of a patients arteries and veins can be made in nearly every part of the body. This includes blood vessels that lie in traditionally difficult-to-assess places like the neck, the abdomen and the limbs.

Independent Versus Assisted Living - Which Retirement Community Is Best?
As an adult, it is difficult when you realise that your parents need help in their daily life. Moving from the family home to a retirement community is a tough decision for anyone to make, so you want to make sure that your parent finds the right community for them. As someone who is doing research on local retirement communities on behalf of a parent, you might have quickly noticed that there are two types of living choices available.

How to Help Your Child With These 2 Problems Before Visiting the Emergency Room
They As a parent or caregiver, you're probably more than aware of how worrying it is when a child has an accident or illness. Depending on the severity of the situation, that fever or fall could warrant self-care. Or, it may require a trip to the emergency department. Knowing more about the first aid measures you can provide at home will help you decide whether an ED trip is necessary.

3 Reasons You Should Engage in Physical Activity During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting journey that is characterized by a lot of physical and emotional changes, and women have various experiences during this period. Some have an easy time while others experience a few difficulties in the course of the journey. However, even with all the different needs and experiences during the nine or so months, one thing is sure – physical exercise is necessary for every woman. Unfortunately, due to the fatigue and changes associated with this journey, many women do not engage in meaningful exercise.

3 Smart Ways to Improve Medication Management in Your Nursing Home
Is medication management at your nursing home draining precious resources? If you're looking for ways to reduce staff costs and save time, take a look at these three smart med management tips. Contract With a Compounding Pharmacy Many elderly people have a complex combination of medical needs, so managing all the pills, liquids and drops that one resident needs can be difficult enough. When you have to administer multiple medicines to multiple residents multiple times a day, the difficulty multiplies exponentially.

Can Tanning Beds Have An Adverse Effect On Your Vision?
When it comes to vision impairment, most people tend to think of genetic problems such as short sightedness or astigmatism. Although these are the most common issues people experience with their eyesight, take note that some of your lifestyle habits could actually be detrimental to the health of your eyes. One such practice is indoor tanning. Tanning beds may be a convenient way to retain a sun-kissed complexion, but it is recommended to limit your use of them as they could increase your risk of skin cancer.