Health Care Blog
Selecting Exam Gloves that Fit Your Needs
By Brian Palmer
Over the years, newer formulations and technology have allowed for the production of a nitrile glove that fits and feels more like latex (stretchier and with a better fit than previous nitrile exam gloves, which were much stiffer and thicker). For clinicians, this is a great latex-free option from a feel, fit and glove strength perspective. In addition to nitrile, many facilities throughout the United States are using vinyl exam gloves (made from PVC). While historically viewed as inadequate for use clinically, newer technologies in the past few years have also enabled the production of stronger and stretchier vinyl gloves.
Bath Safety Products for Seniors
By Abdul Karim
The number of bathroom accidents increase everyday which includes death risk for people of all ages. A careful study of available bathtubs and shower suggests that safety was never a major issue in their design, keeping that in mind many bath safety products have been developed and made available to people all over the world to avoid any accidents. These accessories greatly assist in easy and safe transferring of a person to get in and out of the tub.
Blood Pressure Monitoring at Home
By Asad Khan
Blood Pressure is known as the silent killer because a person might have high blood pressure and not even know it. It is easier to get an idea of your BP range if you get regular check-ups but that can also change drastically. An accurate blood pressure monitor to check high blood pressure at home is highly recommended because you never know what your blood pressure is at any given moment.
Skincare in Hot Summer Months
By Asad Khan
The majority of today’s skin problems occur due to sun exposure. Heat exhaustion and heatstroke can often occur when sweat glands fail to function properly. Excessive exposure to the sun can cause sunburn, dry and peeling skin. By using proper skincare products and ideas, you can enjoy the summer while having youthful looking skin for years to come.
Arthritis and Joint Pain
By Asad Khan
The word Arthritis refers to the inflammation of one or more joints. This condition is frequently accompanied with joint pain. Around 350 million people worldwide suffer from arthritis. Over 40 million people living in the United States have this disease and 60% of them are women. The first step in arthritis treatment is rest and application of topical creams. Over the counter food supplements such as glucosamine and chondroitin have also been helpful to some patients in the past.
Asthma Management in Schools
By Asad Khan
One child in 13 (about 5 million) suffers from Asthma which is an inflammatory lung condition in which the airways become blocked or narrowed resulting in breathing problems, coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Asthma is a life threatening condition and is the cause of 246 deaths in children annually. There are various types of respiratory products available for Asthma Management. Feel free to shop from our line of Humidifiers, Inhalers, Nebulizers and Respiratory Monitors.
Reducing Pressure Ulcers
By Asad Khan
Nursing home residents who are unable to re-position themselves while in bed often develop Pressure Ulcers or bed sores. This is an injury to the skin which is caused by constant pressure over a bony area which reduces the blood supply to the area. These residents require special care because pressure ulcers can be painful and the broken skin can also allow infection into the body. If untreated, pressure ulcers can deepen and even expose the bone.
