The effects of not washing your makeup off at night
We’ve all been there – You arrive home exhausted, possibly plonk down on the couch and try to recuperate from the day’s efforts, wolf something down and crawl into bed. I’ll wash my face tomorrow. If you’ve got makeup on your face, not washing it off at night before you go to sleep really is as […]
Tips for Preventing a Cold
Colds are viral, not bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract. Symptoms can include: a scratchy, sore throat sneezing nasal discharge, which is watery at first, then thick tiredness low grade fever <100°F an overall sick feeling. Colds are highly contagious. They are spread through touching contaminated surfaces, coughing and sneezing. Some people are more […]
9 enjoyable activities for seniors with limited mobility
Seniors with limited mobility can still enjoy a variety of activities Many older adults lose mobility due to conditions like stroke, severe arthritis, or injuries from falls. When that happens, activities and hobbies they used to enjoy might now be too difficult. But loss of mobility doesn’t mean the end of good times. There are many ways […]
Common Epilepsy Causes and Seizure Triggers
Epilepsy is a general term for the tendency to have seizures. Epilepsy is usually diagnosed only after a person has had more than one seizure. When identifiable, the causes of epilepsy usually involve some form of injury to the brain. For most people, though, epilepsy’s causes aren’t known. Seizures and Epilepsy A seizure occurs when a burst of electrical impulses in the brain escape […]