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It’s common for most male and female adults to experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. The pain can range in intensity from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp sensation. [...]

Sometimes patients need extra help to fight infections or in some cases, malnutrition and decreased protein levels in their bodies. Their nutrient requirements increase, resulting in the need for [...]

Did you know that millions of women are affected by hormone imbalance associated with menopause? Symptoms include hot flashes, sleep disturbances, night sweats and vaginal dryness. Sometimes, [...]

July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, which is dedicated to spreading the awareness about juvenile arthritis. According to the Arthritis Foundation, juvenile arthritis (JA) is not a disease [...]

Did you know that falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans? It’s also alarming that facts shared by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [...]

What is high blood pressure? According to the American Heart Association, high blood pressure (HBP or hypertension) is when the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your blood vessels [...]

Compression stockings are designed to help blood circulate in your legs and help prevent fluid from pooling in them. They are used to help prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis, venous skin [...]

AVAILABLE POSITIONS Carmichael’s – Lafayette Area Full-time Respiratory Therapist Must Have: Louisiana license, 3 years experience (preferably DME setting), good customer service skills. Must [...]

Types of walkers If you have difficulty balancing or you’re at risk of falling, a walker can make it easier for you to get around — whether you use the walker temporarily or as a permanent [...]

  Reprint of an article from WebMD By Peter Jaret Reviewed By Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, MPH WebMD Feature Archive Getting adequate nutrition can be a challenge as you get older. With age, the [...]