According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 68 American children has autism spectrum disorder. Children with autism often struggle to cope with situations and experiences that other kids may find relatively easy, and eyeglasses commonly cause problems for people with ASD. Find out why eyeglasses may cause problems for your autistic child, and find out what you can do to help children cope.
How autism affects children…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s defense system attacks the tissues that line the joints. It’s characterized by inflammation, pain, stiffness, and often deformities of the affected joints. While there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, there is a new symptom treatment method germinating hope for sufferers of this condition. If you have RA, read on to learn how bee venom acupuncture may offer you some relief.…
If you’ve been charged with the physical and personal care of an elderly relative after his or her release from the hospital, you may be wondering what you can do to make your home safer and more comfortable. Because many hospitals and other skilled care facilities have certain rules in place requiring a home to be suitable for a patient’s condition, you may need to begin making these arrangements sooner rather than later.…
If you or your kids have been referred to an orthodontist for the first time, you may have all sorts of questions about what this field of medicine involves, who it can help, and what kinds of tooth-straightening options you might have. Here are three not-so-obvious facts about orthodontics that may influence your decision to go ahead and make that appointment.
1. It’s Not Just for Kids
It may surprise you to learn that adults are often prime candidates for orthodontic evaluation and treatment.…
When you have young children who can’t communicate effectively, it might seem impossible to detect early medical problems. Since wobbly tots are prone to injuries and tend to eat whatever they find on the ground, strange issues might seem like just another part of your day—only to disappear by the weekend. Unfortunately, if you miss the symptoms of serious eye disorders, it could affect your child’s development, or even put their life at risk.…
If you’re planning to have a disabled relative move in with your family to make the caretaking process more convenient, you may be overwhelmed at the accommodations often deemed necessary for those who have trouble getting around. Just as with baby-proofing your home for the first time, making your home handicap-accessible can seem like a monumental task – and you may not even notice certain dangers or potential problems until after your relative has encountered them.…
Although skin problems occur year-round, most of them seem to take place during the summer months. Summer fashions expose more skin, and allergens are more active in the summer. Following are four skin problems that occur more frequently during the summer and what you can do about them.
Heat Rash
One of the most common skin conditions that affects people of all ages during the summer is heat rash. Heat rash is characterized by small, itchy bumps on the surface of the skin.…
It’s not always easy for senior citizens to find independent senior housing communities that allow pets – or a pet-friendly community that has available apartments. Nevertheless, if you have a beloved dog or cat, don’t give up on your dream of bringing your companion animal with you when you move. You may feel discouraged at the moment and may have even considered giving your pet to a family member you trust.…
Mood swings, sleep disturbances, hot flashes, night sweats, and weight gain are all normal parts of going through menopause. Hormone replacement therapy used to be standard treatment for these symptoms, but the use of synthetic hormones has fallen out of favor in recent years due to increasing evidence that they may pose significant health risks. Although most modern experts agree that synthetic hormones can play a part in reducing menopausal symptoms in some women, many prefer to seek out natural alternatives.…
Did you know the shoes you wear can sometimes have a drastic effect on the health of your feet? If you’ve noticed stiffness, pain, and arching in some of your toes, you might be suffering from a condition called hammer toe, which is caused by overly tight shoes. Hammer toe can lead to more serious conditions if not treated promptly, so you should be aware of what it is and what you can do if you suspect you have it.…
