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Don't Neglect Mammograms out of Fear

I waited longer than I should have to start getting regular mammograms. I know they are important, but I have fear of new procedures, and I let this fear hold me back from starting this important health screening. I didn't get my first one until I was 55, and it was only after I had a small lump on my underarm that had me fearing the worst. I finally had my first mammogram. It was quick and easy, and my doctor made me feel very comfortable. I was told my small lump was just a small bit of scar tissue, thankfully, but it was a blessing in disguise that it gave me a scare. I now have regular mammograms now that the "fear of the unknown" is gone. I created this blog to encourage other women to not be afraid of mammograms! They are faster and easier than you think!

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Top Signs That It Is Time For You To Visit An Orthopedic Surgeon
Instead of continuing living in the same pain every day of your life, you might want to think about talking with an orthopedic surgeon. To help you determine whether this is truly the next step that you need to take, you will want to review the following points. The Pain Is Ruining Your Ability To Function Normally If you find that you are starting to have a lot of trouble going to work, walking through the grocery store, or simply driving your vehicle, then it is probably time to talk to a skilled orthopedic surgeon.

Get The Maximum Benefit From Your Inhaler With These 3 Tips
Inhaled medications are a very effective way to treat asthma, allergies, and other respiratory problems. However, your inhaler is only as effective as the way that you use it. Used incorrectly, the medicine ends up clinging to the back of your mouth and throat, and not in your lungs where it belongs. Take a look at some simple tips that will help you get the biggest benefit from using your inhaler.

Being A School Psychologist
Perhaps one of the most rewarding jobs in the psychology field is that of a school psychologist. If you want psychology to be your profession, you should consider working in the educational system to help struggling students. You can use your talents to benefit young people while enriching your own life. Demand The demand for school psychologists has grown in recent years due to a large population of school children who have special needs.

2 Ways To Make Immunizations Easier Without Medication
When it's time to take your kids for their vaccines, you may be tempted to reach for the children's acetaminophen to prevent pain or fever from the immunization. But studies show that acetaminophen can actually reduce the effectiveness of the vaccines. Babies given the painkiller were shown to have fewer antibodies after being vaccinated than babies who were not given the vaccine, leading researchers to recommend only giving medication if a fever develops, and not as a preventative measure.

4 Things You Should Be Aware Of If You're Interested In Chiropractic Care For A Whiplash Injury
Whiplash is a term that is frequently used to describe auto accident injuries. However, it is also little understood. There are many misunderstandings out there about whiplash that could cause you to procrastinate or neglect to seek treatment for the condition after a car accident. Chiropractors can offer a variety of different treatments to those who have suffered a whiplash injury. Some possible chiropractic treatments for the condition include spinal manipulation, muscle relaxation, or stabilization/sensorimotor activities.

3 Ways To Treat Varicose Veins
Varicose veins cause cosmetic issues for people with this condition. They show up as bumpy purple veins on the legs and other areas. This condition is usually not symptomatic. However, people who do have problems may experience heaviness and pain in their legs. Here are three ways to treat varicose veins. Try Laser Varicose Vein Treatment Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) is a nonsurgical procedure that uses an ultrasound scan. The veins that require treatment are marked with a pen.

4 Aids To Help You With Your Disability Around The Home
Being disabled not only means that getting around outside the house requires mobility aids, but it also means that you may need different aids while at home to get around and help you accomplish your day-to-day tasks. There are a number of different aids that you can use at your house to make each day a little easier.  Grabber If you are confined to a wheelchair or a scooter, you probably find yourself frustrated when trying to reach things in the kitchen, your bedroom or anywhere else in the house.

Three Mistakes You Might Be Making With Your Contact Lenses
You may prefer wearing contact lenses to wearing glasses, but you might not realize that you are making mistakes that could hurt your eyes. Here are some things you could be doing right now that you should avoid if you want to keep your eyes healthy when you wear contact lenses. Exposing Them to Water You may think nothing of keeping your contacts on while you shower or when you spend a few minutes in a pool.

How To Support Your Spouse While They Recover From Chemical Dependency
Having a spouse become addicted and go through the recovery process for chemical dependency requires a very dedicated and supportive spouse. The recovery process can be particularly challenging as your spouse goes through withdrawals and rebuilds their life without their addiction present. Here are a few ways that you can be there for your spouse as they recover from their chemical dependency.  #1 Learn About The Recovery Process In order to successfully make it through the recovery process and maintain their sobriety, your spouse is going to need your help.

Treatment Options For Your Prostate Cancer
It can be scary hearing from your doctor that you have prostate cancer. If caught early, though, current treatment options can remove all of the cancerous cells to effect a cure. Here are the common treatment approaches your doctor will discuss with you. Active Surveillance This is the "wait and see" approach when the prostate cancer is in its very early phases. Prostate tumors grow slowly and rarely cause a problem until they become large enough to affect the prostate gland and urinary tract.