Health

Women of childbearing age have a variety of contraceptive options to choose from; depending on the individual woman’s needs and lifestyle. Patch birth control, also known as a birth control patch, is a plastic sticker applied to the skin on parts of the body. The patch is square-shaped and looks similar to a Band-Aid. This square contains hormones that prevent pregnancy from occurring. When it comes to convenience, patch birth control surpasses many other types of contraception. The patch...

Allergies; many of us have them. They are an annoyance, a nuisance and can be downright uncomfortable. Luckily there's Claritin, an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy or watery eyes and itching of the throat or nose. Did you know that 1 in 5 Americans has been diagnosed with allergies? More than half of allergy sufferers state that allergies impact their daily quality of life. What’s more - allergies are responsible for 4...

About 28.8 million American adults require hearing aids. With technology continually improving, Bluetooth hearing aids are better than ever before. So, if you’re considering hearing aids with Bluetooth, check out our list below. We list the top wireless hearing aids, their pros and cons, their price point, who their best for, and much more, helping you make the best choice for you and your life. Surprisingly, the first hearing aids with Bluetooth hit the market in 2005. While workable,...

Asthma is a long-term or chronic lung disease that can affect children and adults. During an asthma attack, the airways narrow, leading to trouble breathing. It also causes inflammation in the bronchial tubes, which contributes to shortness of breath. Symptoms of asthma include:  Although researchers continue to work towards a cure for asthma, currently, there is no cure. But treatments are available. Asthma treatment targets different aspects of the disease. For example, some treatments help the narrowing of the...