Male Infertility Causes, Treatment and Prevention

Male Infertility Causes, Treatment and Prevention

Infertility affects approximately 1 out of every 6 couples. An infertility diagnosis is given to a couple who are unable to conceive over the course of one year. When the problem lies with the male partner it is referred to as male infertility. Male infertility factors contribute to approximately 30% of all infertility cases, and male infertility alone a ...

Methods to Quit Smoking

Methods to Quit Smoking

We all know the health risks of smoking, but that doesn’t make it any easier to kick the habit. Whether you’re an occasional teen smoker or a lifetime pack-a-day smoker, quitting can be really tough. Smoking tobacco is both a physical addiction and a psychological habit. The nicotine from cigarettes provides a temporary—and addictive—high. Eliminating th ...

Early Pregnancy Symptoms: First Signs You Might Be Pregnant

Early Pregnancy Symptoms: First Signs You Might Be Pregnant

Nina Young | July 25, 2018 Could you be pregnant? For some women, the earliest symptoms of pregnancy appear in the first few weeks after conception.Continue watching But even before you miss a period, you may suspect - or hope - that you're pregnant. For some women, early symptoms of pregnancy begin in the first few weeks after conception. Pregnancy symp ...

Why Choose Contec Healthcare

Why Choose Contec Healthcare

We are bringing that wealth of knowledge to healthcare environments. In the pharmacy, we understand the parameters of USP Chapter 797 and 800 regulations and will help your team meet these requirements. We have developed improved methodologies to properly turnover and disinfect OR suites, procedure rooms and other critical patient care areas. Whether cle ...

How Long Do You Have to Wear Braces

How Long Do You Have to Wear Braces

The length of time a person wears braces will depend on the goals of the orthodontist. Of course, the patient’s current condition will also affect the length of treatment. Headgear, retainers, plus other appliances are also necessary for some people to consider aside from the braces. Please consider the fact that proper dental hygiene will certainly play ...

Skin Care for Dry Skin

Skin Care for Dry Skin

Dry skin can be uncomfortable and unattractive. It often shows up as rough, red, and itchy patches in places of the body that show -- arms, hands, lower legs, ankles. But it's also common on the soles of the feet, thighs, and the abdomen. It can lead to cracks and fissures in the skin. And because cold air outside and heated air inside cause low humidity ...

5 Simple Ways to Prevent Hair Loss While Breastfeeding

5 Simple Ways to Prevent Hair Loss While Breastfeeding

Many women develop lustrous and thick hair when pregnant. This is an exciting experience as many times we struggle to keep our hair long. Then the bundle of joy comes and the hair starts shedding. It comes at about three to six months after delivery. Fortunately, this is a temporary process and a normal occurrence that even your doctor will not worry abo ...

Improving Your Diet

Improving Your Diet

Introduction to improving your diet The beginning of the New Year is a time when many people resolve to improve aspects of their health and lifestyle. Many will resolve to improve their diet, either because they want to reduce their weight, or because they want to improve their nutritional health. Even after deciding to improve their diet, some people ma ...

What Are the Best Ways to Stop Overeating?

What Are the Best Ways to Stop Overeating?

Many people eat too much or find it difficult to control their appetite, especially with today's ever increasing portion sizes and fast paced lifestyle. However, there are some simple techniques to help regulate appetite and reduce the risk of overeating. The occasional oversized meal or snack will not cause too much harm, but, over time, overeating can ...

Coccidiosis in Chickens - Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment Tips

Coccidiosis in Chickens - Prevention, Symptoms and Treatment Tips

Coccidiosis. It’s not just a hard word to spell and say (coke-si-di-oh-sis) but also one of the most common diseases to affect chickens and as such should be in the vocabulary of every backyard chicken keeper. Coccidiosis is prevalent among many different kinds of animals, but it’s species-specific (and if you thought ‘coccidiosis’ was hard to say, try s ...

Safe Practice Guidelines for Acupuncture Physiotherapists

Safe Practice Guidelines for Acupuncture Physiotherapists

This guideline update has been led by the AACP Clinical Advisor and contributed to by the AACP Board of Directors. The included advice and information is supported by scientific evidence where available and expert consensus and it is intended to provide a best practice reference point for all Acupuncture Physiotherapists. The purpose of this guideline is ...

8 Reasons You Should Eat Oatmeal for Breakfast

8 Reasons You Should Eat Oatmeal for Breakfast

Oat is the best breakfast for weight loss! Nothing says "good morning" like a warm bowl of oatmeal. Whether it is cooked with milk or blended with fresh fruits, oats provide your body with many benefits. Normally eaten as porridge and as an ingredient in breakfast cereals and in baked goods (oatcakes, oat cookies and oat bread, oats have become a very po ...

Hara Breathing Exercise

Hara Breathing Exercise

Hara Breathing Exercise This two-part breathing exercise helps you set your hara, center yourself, and maintain expansive energy at the same time. It’s great for settling down and manifesting calm gravitas before entering a challenging situation. Start by getting a feel for setting the hara (a), then do the inhale #1/exhale #1 (c and d) a few times, then ...

Health Is Wealth for a Longer Healthier Life

Health Is Wealth for a Longer Healthier Life

Knowing how to make money is important but, without a healthy lifestyle, key factors enabling the task can be sorely affected. Energy levels, mental sharpness, and communication skills can all drop to unproductive levels. Both the National Institutes for Health, and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provide valuable information regardin ...

Guidelines for Drinking Fluids to Stay Hydrated

Guidelines for Drinking Fluids to Stay Hydrated

Fluids come from the beverages you drink and the foods that you eat. This handout will focus on the fluids you drink to stay hydrated. How much fluid you need every day depends on your age, sex and activity level. Hot and humid weather can increase your needs. To keep your body hydrated, aim for a fluid intake of about:  3 L (12 cups) for men 19 years o ...

Exercise and Longevity

Exercise and Longevity

Aging is a natural and complex physiological process influenced by many factors, some of which are modifiable. As the number of older individuals continues to increase, it is important to develop interventions that can be easily implemented and contribute to “successful aging”. In addition to a healthy diet and psychosocial well-being, the benefits of re ...