Glaucoma And Your Child

When you hear glaucoma, you probably do not imagine fresh faced newborns or bright-eyed toddlers. Glaucoma is not just a disease that affects adults. It also affects infants and children, some from the moment of birth. The symptoms of glaucoma in children can be different from those of an adult and mimic other conditions, so it is important to recognize them and seek treatment from a qualified optometrist as soon as possible. Read More 

What To Expect When Getting A Hearing Aid

If you have had difficulty hearing the television, the pastor during a church sermon, or even someone talking to you in the same room, you may need to get your hearing tested. If, after testing, you find that you are in need of a hearing aid, you may have a bunch of questions that you will need to address. Here is a summary of the process getting a hearing aid and some tips to help with the buying process. Read More 

Preventing Hearing Loss In Your Unborn Baby: What You Need To Know

Almost all babies born in the United States receive a hearing test from the hospital or birthing center as a routine part of neonatal care. Sometimes, hearing loss can be hereditary. However, some infant hearing loss is due to infection while in the womb, which can often be prevented. If you're expecting a child or considering starting a family, there are some methods available to help lower the risk for hearing loss inn your infant, ensuring he or she does well on the hearing test. Read More 

Different Types Of Breast Surgery And Why They Are Medically Necessary

Typically when one thinks of breast surgery, they automatically think it is for the purpose of enlarging the breasts. While this is one common reason women have breast surgery, it is not the only reason. There are different types of breast surgery that are performed that are actually medically necessary for the patient's health. Breast Cancer Surgery Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death to women in the United States today. Read More 

Simple Tips To Improve Your Sleep

Do you often have issues falling asleep? If so, this may impact and complicate your day to day life, which can be a health issue. If you are seeking ways to improve your nightly sleep, there are things that you can do on your own, which can help your quality of sleep each night. So, rather than assume doctor visits are a must you will find it easy and helpful to make minor lifestyle changes, which can improve your sleep tremendously. Read More