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Talk With Your Podiatrist About The Proper Footwear For Your Elderly Parents

14 January 2015

As your parents age, they tend to have more trouble with their balance. This can lead to falls that may cause broken bones or a life-threatening accident. Make an appointment with a podiatrist and ask what type of shoes would be the most benefit for your parent's feet. The doctor will examine the feet, have x-rays taken, and make suggestions on which shoes you should buy. He or she may also prescribe custom orthotic inserts to help support the feet.

My Child Can't Read: Could It Be Dyslexia?

12 January 2015

If you dictated the title of this article to your child to write down, would it look like this: "My Chidl Cannt Reed"? If you asked your child to read the title, would it include different words than appear in the print? If so, your child might have dyslexia. Although dyslexia is most often the cause of students' difficulties with reading, writing, and spelling, few receive treatment. Additionally, dyslexia is more than just its classic symptom of mixing up words while reading.

3 Ways To Create A More Accessible Home

6 January 2015

With today's senior citizens living longer, more active lives than at any other point in history, many are choosing to age in place in their own homes rather than enter retirement facilities. This is an excellent choice for those who want to stay connected with their communities and enjoy independent living, but it does take some planning in order to ensure the comfort and happiness of those involved. Standard features like safety bars next to toilets, showers, and bathtubs are obvious, but there are other precautions that are easier to overlook.

Pros And Cons Of Ceramic Braces

30 December 2014

If you want to get braces to straighten your teeth, you have a few different options. There are traditional metal braces, invisible braces, and ceramic braces. The latter are a good option if you don't want the braces to be overly noticeable, which is common with bright, shiny metal braces. Ceramic material is used to make the brackets between your teeth, which are less obvious as they are made to match the color of your teeth.

Signs That Diabetes Is Affecting Your Eyesight

15 December 2014

If you have diabetes, you likely know that there are many potential side effects. One of the most debilitating is how diabetes can damage your eyesight. Most people with controlled diabetes have few problems with their eyes. People who do have eyesight problems should stay in touch with their optometrist to prevent permanent vision damage. Learn the signs of diabetic-induced eye damage and what you can do to stop it from robbing you of your sight.