Moving To A More Temperate Climate With Seasonal Allergies? How Can You Cope?

Posted on: 31 March 2016

If you've spent most of your life in the arid Southwest, you may not have realized the extent of your seasonal allergies until traveling to areas with more airborne pollen, smog, and other potential irritants. Moving to such a region could leave you feeling foggy-headed for months as your body struggles to adjust and acclimate to a histologically hostile environment. What can you do to help manage your symptoms if you find yourself suddenly thrust into an environment your body can't handle?
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Why Do-It-Yourself Braces are a Don't-Do-It-Yourself

Posted on: 31 March 2016

There's no argument that braces and similar orthodontic treatments can be costly. The price for them can land anywhere from $2,570 with dental insurance to $13,000 without, depending on the type of braces you get. However, a troubling trend where people are treating their crooked teeth by developing their own orthodontic products at home can actually cost you more in the long-term if you try it. Here's the lowdown on this dental trend and reasons why you should avoid it.
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Why You Have Lazy Eye And How You Can Treat It

Posted on: 30 March 2016

Your eyesight is an important part of your health, and taking care of it can help you to have a better quality of life. Although lazy eye begins in the first years of your life, as an adult, you may still be suffering from its effects. Here is some information about how lazy eye occurs and what types of treatments are available for you, at any age. What Causes Lazy Eye
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5 Reasons An Outpatient Clinic Can Be A Good Choice For A Teen With An Eating Disorder

Posted on: 30 March 2016

There are many factors that contribute to whether an inpatient, partial hospital, residential, intensive outpatient or outpatient treatment program is best for a teen who struggles with an eating disorder. In many cases, if your eating disorder has progressed to the point where you are in immediate danger of permanent injury or death, your treating physician will generally require you to be hospitalized until you are stable enough to choose a treatment plan to fit your needs.
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