What You Should Know About Chorionic Villus Sampling

With proper screening, many women can learn if their child has a birth defect and be in a better position to make an informed decision about that child. While the chorionic villus sampling (CVS) test is less common than amniocentesis, it's also an important test for detecting genetic disorders. It's important know what this screening procedure involves, what it can help you find, and what the risks involved are. About The Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) Test [Read More]

3 Easy-Peasy Ways To Avoid Back Pain As A Runner

Running is a preferable workout activity for a lot of people for three reasons: It is easy, requires no equipment, and can be done just about anywhere. Even though running, whether it is to get fit or shed a few pounds, is convenient enough, this is one physical activity that can cause some back pain. Running can put a lot of pressure on the spine, especially if you are not very fit or have existing spinal issues. [Read More]

Wrap It Up: Reducing Glare And Increasing Safety With Sunglasses

If you're looking for sunglasses in order to protect your eyes and make it easier to see in very sunny conditions, you know you have to look for UV protection and possibly anti-glare coatings. But you've also likely had the experience of putting on sunglasses only to have the sun shining right in that little gap between the edge of the glasses and your skin, rendering the glasses almost useless. It takes more than just grabbing a pair of sunglasses off a rack or getting basic prescription sunglasses to see more easily in bright conditions. [Read More]

What You May Not Know About Hearing Aids: New Technologies For You

When many people think about hearing aids, they assume that they are outdated pieces of medical equipment that are only used by the elderly when they can no longer hear due to old age. However, these assumptions are largely incorrect. Hearing aid technologies are forever changing and improving so that they can better help the people who need them. And, of course, any person, at any age can suffer from hearing loss or deafness. [Read More]