Medicine

Living in the COVID-19 pandemic led to some big changes in our everyday lives. We’ve realised how important is hygiene and in order to avoid infection, we’d use all the tips for keeping germs at bay. And while many of us are working from home now, first responders are still out there, saving lives in these uncertain times

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Snoring is not quite pleasant. If you are a snorer, chances are people have complained to you about the annoying sounds you make, especially if you share a room or bed with another person. Unfortunately, it’s something that people can’t control, since it occurs when the tissue and muscles of the throat, tongue and mouth relax during sleep. Most people who snore also suffer from sleep apnea which is a serious sleep disorder that interrupts breathing (this is why the snoring occurs). What Is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is obviously a serious health disorder that requires treatment because breathing is interrupted during sleep. People with sleep apnea stop breathing numerous times (sometimes up to hundreds of times) during the night. If it’s not treated, sleep [&hellip

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We can all agree that sleep is the most important component of our metabolism and is absolutely necessary for the proper functioning of the brain and other organs. But people that suffer from sleep apnea find it difficult to pick up a good sleeping routine, and as a result, they frequently suffer from cognitive decline, which can lead to serious brain damage. This also includes a variety of other health issues, including high blood pressure, stroke, heart failure, and even diabetes.  Sleep apnea causes the muscles in your mouth to relax, obstructing the aperture of your throat and preventing normal airflow. Obstructive sleep apnea causes you to stop breathing for short periods of time during the night, forcing you to snore, gasp for air, or [&hellip

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If you’re suffering from a breathing disorder like OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea), you’ve probably heard that one of the most effective solutions for it is using a CPAP machine. But buying your very own CPAP machine can be quite daunting – there are hundreds of different models available, so picking the most suitable one that you can trust with your life is no easy task. In order to make sure you get the best CPAP machine your money can buy, it’s important to take a few factors into consideration

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Our Tips for Buying a Mobility Scooter

By Steve George

December 17, 2018Medicine

Mobility scooters are one of the greatest developments in mobility equipment, they’ve revolutionized the lives of many people and have helped them regain their independence. That being said, buying a mobility scooter is one of the most important buying decisions physically impaired people have to make, which can make the whole process overwhelming. The truth is, there’s not a scooter that will fit everyone’s needs, because everyone has a different disability, and thus, different needs. However, there are some general tips that can help point you in the right direction, so that you can buy a scooter that’s appropriate for you or the person you’re buying it for

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Whether we like it or not, it’s a fact of life that the people we hold so dearly will grow old. And the older they get, the frailer their bodies and memory will become. While there’s nothing we can do to prevent or slow down this natural process, we can still help our elderly loved ones in preserving their independence and safety. Thanks to today’s advancements in technology, there is a variety of living aids that can assist elderly people in everyday tasks and help make their day-to-day lives easier

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Sometimes the use of just one or two pieces of aids for daily living can help regain the independence that an individual needs to remain active in their own home. It can be a simple device like a bottle and jar opener, a hand-reacher, or something bigger like a cane or a walker. Just go online and find a reputable shop that specializes in aids for daily living and you will discover that there is a wide array of things to choose from. However, different people have different needs, so consider yours and order the products that will help you. If you are experiencing stiffness, tremor, and slowness of movement, here are our tips for what kind of aids for daily living you should get [&hellip

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Living with a hearing impairment can be quite a difficult reality to deal with, regardless of the fact whether the disability is mild or more advanced. Family members of people with a hearing loss often feel a certain amount of pressure themselves, they are either less careful than needed, or too careful all the time. Therefore, to make these people’s lives more normal and their communication easier, there are several important things to consider. In this article, we will go over the most important tips and techniques for maintaining a proper communication with hearing impaired people and taking care of them while avoiding to make them feel uncomfortable about their condition. Should the problem be more profound and complicated, you need to consult a respectable [&hellip

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Our CPAP Mask Tips

By Maria Rogerson

June 18, 2014Medicine

Continuous positive airway pressure, shortly known as CPAP is a therapy specially designed for sleep apnea patients which helps keep airways open and ensures a continuous flow of air to lungs. The main part of CPAP therapy is the CPAP mask which comes in various styles and sizes. Every person has different face shape and when it comes to sleep apnea, symptoms vary from patient to patient. For this reason, manufacturers design and make various CPAP mask models. Therefore, if you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and need to buy CPAP masks Melbourne, you may need to try different CPAP mask models before you find the one that best suits you. What’s important is that no matter which CPAP mask design you choose, they all [&hellip

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