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Medical Treatment and Autism: Tips For Success

Having a child with autism poses a whole new set of challenges in parenting. Not only do you have to address behavior intervention and education, but even basic medical care can be a challenge. Kids with autism are often more sensitive to sensory input. I struggled a lot with helping my child through doctor visits, but when it came to medication dosing, I couldn't make any progress. I worked with my child's doctor to find compound pharmacy options and in-office treatments that worked better. This site explains the trial and error we experienced and I hope it helps you to find ways to make your child's health care easier.

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Has Your Loved One Been Diagnosed With Cancer? 4 Simple Steps You Can Take To Be There For Them

Posted on July 15, 2016

If your loved one has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, you might not know what to do. You might be afraid that you're not going to handle it the right way. It's important for you to know that there isn't a "right way" to handle this type of news. All you can do is handle it in a manner that works for you. It's also important for you to know that your loved one is going to need you there, now more than ever. [Read More]

FAQ about Short-Term Rehab after a Stroke

Posted on July 8, 2016

Did your parent recently suffer a serious stroke? If you are trying to figure out how to help them recover from the stroke complications now that they have been discharged from the hospital, you should know that short-term rehabilitation in a nursing facility is worth considering. Take a look at this article for the answers to common questions about undergoing short-term rehabilitation in a nursing facility for stroke complications. Will Help Be Provided for Learning Daily Tasks? [Read More]

3 Tips That Can Help If You Have Trouble Swallowing Pills

Posted on July 3, 2016

Chances are good that you have seen a family member or friend toss back a handful of medication and swallow it without a problem. However, if you have trouble swallowing pills, you should know that you are not alone. Some people are uncomfortable with swallowing something whole because they are afraid of the choking hazard, while others just haven't found a good technique yet. Regardless of why you might have trouble swallowing pills, however, you should know that you have options. [Read More]

The Good And Bad About Cholesterol

Posted on June 20, 2016

Good health is often about maintaining a balance in your life. For example, your body needs cholesterol to survive. But too much can result in a variety of heart diseases and other health problems. Here is how keeping balanced levels of this substance in your body is important to your health. Cholesterol is Not All Bad Your body takes in cholesterol when you eat meat and dairy products. The liver processes cholesterol and sends it out to all of the cells in your body, which need this material to function. [Read More]