If you're prone to seizures, having a specially trained dog around can really help you manage your symptoms, be alert for when seizures are about to start, and get you the help you need. These dogs go through rigorous training for anywhere from 18 months to 2 years and become lifelong companions upon graduating from training. At the very core, seizure-alert dogs are responsible for alerting owners about oncoming seizures before they happen.
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You may not know about gas permeable (GP) contact lenses or have biases against them if you haven't tried them as an alternative to soft contact lenses. Although GP lenses have been around for a while, they are not as popular as soft lenses. There are several reasons you should speak with your eye doctor about trying out or switching to GP lenses.
Overall Comfort
The belief that GP lenses are less comfortable to wear than soft contact lenses is only partially true.
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Life is full of surprises, and many of these surprises are not exactly pleasant or desired. Events that are unpleasant can lead to stress, and stress can lead to a lot of different health problems. Among the issues stress can cause, heart issues are some of the most serious. If you have been experiencing a lot of stress and want to avoid developing heart problems, you will need to find ways to relieve the stressful feelings.
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From the common cold or an ear infection to a sprained ankle or an annoying cough that will not go away, you may visit your doctor periodically over the course of a year. Unfortunately, you may not be placing enough time and care into preventing or treating the flu. Considering that an estimated 15 percent of the population can develop the flu in any given year, proper understanding of this dangerous condition is key.
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Transitioning from a residence to an assisted living or long-term care facility can be a dramatic change for residents. When you are considering ways to improve the environment for residents, there are several amenities that will make your facility more intriguing than the next, while giving residents the best possible experience.
Incorporate More Physical Activity
Since many seniors continue to participate in an exercise regimen well into their advanced age, you want to encourage physical activity and make it easier to access.
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