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Why Men Shouldn't Procrastinate When It Comes to their Health
Most people would rather maintain an arm's length relationship with their doctor as they associate this individual with bad news. Men, in particular, tend to think that they are bullet-proof anyway and don't want to bother the doctor with any trivial issues. Yet there are many reasons why a man should schedule a regular check as they get older and why they should plan a visit to a medical clinic.
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A Guide to Treating Varicose Veins With Foam Sclerotherapy
A lot of people who have varicose veins (i.e. swollen, enlarged veins) choose to undergo a procedure called 'foam sclerotherapy' to treat their condition. Read on to learn more about this treatment. What is involved in this procedure? This procedure involves injecting a foam into a person's vein. The foam is made up of a type of chemical called a sclerosant, which has been found to cause the tissue from which a vein is made to develop severe scarring and inflammation.
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Over-the-Counter Medications That Every Store Could Benefit From
When you're running a supermarket and trying to offer a broad selection of products, it's easy to overlook your health and beauty section. One area where you may fall short is over-the-counter medications. By aiming for private label pharmaceutical products, you can broaden your store's appeal and make over-the-counter medications more affordable for those who shop there. Paracetamol As one of the most popular over-the-counter pain medications out there, paracetamol is appropriate for lots of different ages.
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Bulk Billing: What It Is, Who Can Use It, and How to Find a Bulk-Billing Doctor
Got a cough, a headache or perhaps something more serious? Not to worry! In Australia, there's no need to consider whether or not a visit to the doctor would be worth the strain on your wallet. Here, all Australian permanent residents and citizens are entitled to greatly subsidised health care through the Medicare system, the country's publicly funded universal health care system. Provided that you fit into one of those two categories, then all you have to do is head down to your local Medicare office and sign up.
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4 Questions You May Have If Your Doctor Suspects You Have Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is an increasingly common yet little-understood health concern for many Australians. It's caused by the throat constricting at regular intervals throughout the night, resulting in disruptions to breathing. If you've been feeling fatigued and wake up feeling unrefreshed even after many hours of sleep, your doctor may suspect that you have developed sleep apnea. Here are the answers to four questions you may have about what happens next.
About Me
Hello, my name is Peter and I live in Western Australia with my wife on our pet dogs. This is my blog which details how to deal with various medical emergencies and other conditions. Last year, several friends and members of my family suffered from various different kinds of medical problems. Some of them, such as my uncle had to be rushed to the hospital for immediate treatment that saved his life. Lots of my friends had minor problems which had a big impact on the quality of their lives. I take an active interest in first-aid and other medical matters so I decided to start this blog.