Good health is something that many people take for granted. The only time they think about it is when something goes wrong and they become ill. I know because I used to be like this. However, when I met my girlfriend she changed my outlook. My girlfriend is training to be a doctor and she encouraged me to go for regular check ups at my local health care clinic. I started to develop a relationship with my doctor and since then my health has been much better. I hope you enjoy this blog and that it encourages you to start visiting your doctor.
Posted on: 8 August 2019
While you expected your new employer to check you out before they take you on, you may have been surprised to hear that they want you to have a hearing test as part of this process. Why do you need to have your hearing checked out before you can start your new job? Some Jobs Legally Require Hearing Tests In some cases, an employer may request a hearing test because of a statutory obligation. [Read More]
Posted on: 11 July 2019
Colonoscopies are vital diagnostic tools for gastroenterologists. In addition to screening for diseases such as cancer, they can help to identify coeliac disease, Crohn's disease and more. If you're attending a colonoscopy clinic soon, you'll need to prepare for the procedure. Completing your bowel prep Your doctor will send out some bowel prep sachets to use in the days before your procedure. In many cases, this means using a laxative such as Picolax. [Read More]
Posted on: 3 July 2019
If you ever have a miscarriage, it is sensible to arrange to be physically examined at a women's health care clinic. Read on to find out why. To try to find out the cause of the miscarriage Sometimes, miscarriages occur for no apparent reason. However, there are a number of things that are known to greatly increase a woman's chances of experiencing a failed pregnancy. If you intend to try to conceive again at some point in the future and want to find out if there are any steps you might be able to take to avoid having another miscarriage, then it's sensible to go to a health clinic so that the doctors at this facility can examine you, run a few tests and find out if there are any issues that may have led to the miscarriage. [Read More]
Posted on: 28 June 2019
If you're caring for someone who has had a stroke, then they may need physio treatment to regain lost skills and mobility. Post-stroke physiotherapy is beneficial; however, it can be hard for people who have been affected by a stroke to fully engage in their treatment, especially if they are older. A course of aquatic physiotherapy may be easier. How does this kind of physio work, and what are its benefits for stroke victims? [Read More]