Considering the sky rocketing costs of medical treatment in India, health insurance has become a must-have for every individual. Medical emergencies can leave anyone completely drained out both physically and mentally, and of course, financially. Although injury or illness is something that is usually unforeseen, you can do your part to ensure that you have a full pocket to be able to fork out the expenses for those exorbitant medical bills if...more
Author: Oli OsorhanOlder people may be victims of frauds like con games and insurance, home repair, telephone, or internet scams. Even “trusted” friends or family members have been known to steal an older person’s money or property. The following tips may help: Don’t be afraid to hang up on telephone salespeople. You aren’t being impolite. You are taking care of yourself! Remember, you can say no to any offer. Don’t give any personal...more
Oxycodone hydrochloride is an opioid analgesic used in the treatment of moderate to significant pain. It is present in several pain relieving medications along with other ingredients and also by itself. Despite the fact that, Oxycodone and Oxycontin have the same active ingredient and have more or less similar name, they simply have a host of differences. The main differences are very essential to comprehend, which includes the difference in potency, indications and general safety. Ingredients: Oxycontin is a time-released preparation, where Oxycodone hydrochloride is available by itself in high concentration. Yet, Oxycodone is an immediate release form that mixes Oxycodone HCL along with other ingredients and treats pain for a short-term period.The prescription drug label indicates clearly whether the drug is pure Oxycodone HCL or Oxycodone along with other ingredients. If the label reads "Oxycodone", then the formulation contains only the narcotic pain killer. However, when it reads "Oxycodone/APAP", then it's the narcotic pain killer combined with a NSAID Acetaminophen.Difference in potency: Prescribed drugs that contain Oxycodone and other ingredients usually contain 2.5 to 10...more
Author: Oli OsorhanThe condition of the person seeking nursing care is the key factor in your choice of a long-term care facility. All skilled/intermediate care nursing facilities provide personal care and residential services including rooms, meals, planned activities and programming to meet social and spiritual needs. The levels of nursing and...more
Our entire lifes activities depend upon our health. It is not possible to perform the day to day functions if we do not have proper health. Just having a healthy body is not sufficient. Doctors describe a healthy person as one whos body and mind function properly together. However, ill health is something that almost every human being has to go...more
Whether for a regular check or when ill, a doctor's visit can certainly create a stressful situation. As things are so fast paced these days, we might not even remember all the questions we needed to ask our doctor.We also aren't at our best with regards to listening and comprehending the information our doctor is relaying. This is also true when it involves a lot of medical lingo and complex suggestions.Helpful hints to enhance your time with the health care professionalWrite down what you would like to say- If you write down any queries you have than it will be really useful to take along to the doctors with you. It's also wise to relay whatever the doctor has said to you, and jot down some necessary facts.Take somebody along with you- If anyone is around, take a friend or family member with you and have them sit with you when the doctor is explaining things. This could be anyone that you trust.Inform your doctor about any problem you may be having- You have to tell your doctor everything regarding your health. Ask how they interact with anything the doctor is going to prescribe. Enquire about any side effects and how to handle it if you have side effects.Have a crystal clear...more
Undeniably, everyone loves their family very much; we try our level best to offer the best possible things to our loved ones without compromising. Most the time, you may go out of your track just to see a smile on the face of your loved and dear...more
Mothers are the special people in our lives who nurtured us from the time they carried us in their wombs until the time when we have grown-up and able to take care of ourselves - sometimes it even goes beyond this time.This is why honoring mothers...more
Junior colleges frequently get a bad rap. For women with children, 2-year colleges actually have some tremendous advantages. There are a number of academic and personal benefits to attending a junior college, and these schools eagerly...more
Author: saichon sannokHome Care in Illinois is the preferred choice for seniors who can not fend for themselves and live independently, but still need some type of control or care. Part of the support that provide home care services include nursing,...more
Sunrise Sports & Entertainment announced today that Cannatelli Builders has renewed and enhanced its multi-year marketing partnership as an official sponsor of the Florida Panthers and the BankAtlantic Center.It is a testament to this mutually...more
Getting older should be an exciting part of life, but sometimes it comes with some physical impediments. In this case, it might be a good idea to think about checking into adult communities to get top-quality elder care. Such elder care services...more