Author: Isreal Olabanji DST RN

All across the country, the need for affordable healthcare is at an all-time high. And even with the difficulties that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused, healthcare professionals continuously rise to the occasion and help out their communities in many ways that often go unnoticed. It might be safe to say that healthcare has never truly been “affordable” in the sense that the common middle-class citizen is prepared to pay. But then again, not many people are prepared to financially handle a medical emergency when one arises. In fact, most medical needs cost far more than the average American can afford.…

Our diets play a central role in our overall health. And unfortunately, in the United States, dietary health is often sacrificed for convenience. We all lead busy lives. And with hustle culture in full swing with millions of adults adhering to an “all work, no sleep” mindset, taking the time to implement proper nutrition and healthy foods into our lives is often placed on the backburner. But the truth is, your diet not only plays a huge role in your physical health, but it also plays a major role in your oral health as well. After all, you have to…

In the past, the issues caused by mental problems and disabilitieshave been stigmatized and were never recognized as a true cause for concern. Phrases like “man up” and “get over it” have been used to minimize the mental issues that many people today face such as depression and anxiety. It is estimated that around 6% of the adult population worldwide currently suffers from depression. That is close to 500 million people. Throughout our history the stigmas and unreliable information that people based their perceptions of mental health on led to some of the most harmful and unscientific treatments known to…

For many people, the occasional blemish isn’t a big cause for concern. They’ll use a bit of over-the-counter cream and the blemish will disappear in a few days. However, for others, stubborn acne can be a constant problem, plaguing their appearance and their self-confidence. Angela Dunlap, RN, BSN, Director of VCI Med Spa in Tinley Park, Illinois, has seen and treated many clients with chronic acne. She fully understands the challenges, both physical and emotional, that this skin disease can cause. “While acne affects about 75% of the population ages 11 to 30, most of it can be very mild.…

After recovering from childbirth, many new mothers have a strong desire to return their bodies to their former pre-pregnancy state. But losing baby weight can be hard, and even then, pregnancy can cause some other changes, such as stretched and sagging skin, than cannot be solved by diet and exercise alone. This is why many women turn to abdominoplasty, a cosmetic procedure more commonly known as a tummy tuck, to help restore their bodies to their pre-baby tightness. The tummy tuck cost in Toronto can be anywhere between $8500-$11,000, and while it is an expensive procedure, there are few who can deny…

Treadmills are a preferred type of exercise equipment for people who don’t have the time, money or desire to work out at a gym. Whether you personally own one or not, you’re probably familiar with how a treadmill works. You step on it, use the control panel to set your preferred speed and incline percentage, then start walking on the circulating treadmill belt. But what if you’re suffering from some type of lower-body injury that prevents you from walking on the treadmill or participating in any type of strenuous weight-bearing exercise? How can you get the activity you need to…

Detoxing your body from a regular diet of drugs and booze is not something you should consider lightly. Learn more about drug recovery from Oasis Detox. Many people don’t realize that some addictive substances can prove to be very potent even when you undergo the process of detox and stop using them. What is Withdrawal? The process of eliminating the actual drugs themselves and the toxins they create in the body is known as withdrawal. As well as this elimination process, withdrawal is worsened by your body, including your brain, adjusting to having no drugs or alcohol in its system.…

Getting a good night's sleep can be far more difficult than it seems. Going to bed on time can lead to tossing and turning. Waking up frequently during the night, waking up too early, and more can all cause people to get far less sleep than they would like. It is recommended that adults get seven to eight hours of sleep per night, but far too many people get significantly less on a regular basis. Below are just a few things to try that can help anyone get better sleep at night so they feel well-rested every morning. Take Care…

Maintaining a healthy and fit lifestyle is essential in everyday life. People tend to overlook their health as a result of hectic daily schedules, but there are small things that everyone can do to improve their health and fitness. Additionally, there are numerous benefits to maintaining a physically healthy lifestyle, some of which include the feeling of having more energy, a more attractive physical appearance, and improved overall health. All it takes is just a little effort to start and then it is just a matter of consistency. Nevertheless, if a person acknowledges these following tips, they will be well…

Everyone knows the benefits of regular exercise, but it is important that people make sure that they warm up before any kind of exercise in order to prevent injury. Many people do not take the time to warm up and this is dangerous, particularly as you get older. The Benefits of Warming Up Warming up is, essentially, exercising at a lower intensity and slower pace before getting started with the main form of exercise. This can include a light job, cycling slowly and/or stretching. Warming up before launching into moderate or intense exercise is beneficial because it increases blood flow…