4 Tips For Avoiding Potential Side Effects Of Laser Hair Reduction

Posted on: 20 May 2016

Skin-safe lasers for hair removal are just one of the latest modern advancements in technology now use to achieve smoother legs or a clear upper lip. However, there are some potential side effects that can cause a little discomfort during the first few days after each treatment. Avoid as many unwanted side effects as possible by following these four preparation and after care tips. Preparation Period  Give your skin time to prepare for the laser treatment by skipping these hair removal methods for at least six weeks before your appointment: [Read More]

Diagnosed With An Opiate Or Narcotic Allergy? What Are Your Long-Term Pain Management Options?

Posted on: 11 May 2016

If you've spent some time on a regimen of opiates or other narcotic medications to manage chronic joint pain, you may have expected to build up a tolerance to these drugs over time, requiring a higher dosage than before to provide the same amount of pain relief. However, you may be surprised and dismayed to discover you've instead developed an opiate or narcotic allergy, resulting in itchy hives, trouble breathing, or even more severe physical symptoms upon exposure to these drugs. [Read More]

Why You Need To Make Sure Your Child Is Vaccinated

Posted on: 6 May 2016

Today, many parents finding reasons not to vaccinate their children. You may wonder if vaccines are truly safe or if they can actually make your child sick. You should know that the risks associated with your child not getting vaccinated are great, especially in a world where people are traveling globally. Many people come into the US that have never been vaccinated, causing the risk of contracting eradicated diseases like measles and pertussis to be higher. [Read More]

A Bit Of Information On PET Scans And Cancer

Posted on: 21 April 2016

If your doctor has referred you to have a PET scan, you may be wondering what this type of scan is, and how it is different than an MRI or CT scan. Undergoing all the different tests and procedures to determine what is wrong with you can be scary when you do not understand the purpose behind them. Here is a bit of information about Positron Emission Tomography, or what is commonly called a PET scan. [Read More]