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If a school screening or your doctor finds signs of scoliosis, you’ll visit a special bone doctor (orthopaedist) for an evaluation. This visit helps determine what treatment may be best for you now.

Surgery can help free up space in your shoulder joint. This relieves symptoms of impingement. Prepare for surgery as instructed. If you don’t, your surgery may have to be rescheduled. Your doctor will give you instructions for home recovery. If you have any questions, be sure to get them answered.

Infusion therapy is a safe way to take medicines or fluids that can’t be taken by mouth. Instead, they flow through a flexible tube (catheter) that’s placed in a vein—usually on your arm or chest. This is called the infusion site.

Infusion therapy is a safe way to take medicines or fluids that can’t be taken by mouth. Here's how to prevent infection when doing infusion therapy at home.

Having CAD (heart disease) can be stressful. You may have worries about your health and future. If you ignore these feelings, they can slow your recovery.

A big part of a cardiac rehab program is exercise. Regular exercise will make your heart and coronary arteries healthier. It helps increase strength, lower blood pressure, relieve stress, and control your weight.

There are different kinds of fats in the foods you eat. Fats can be saturated or unsaturated. Planning meals that are low in saturated fat helps reduce the level of cholesterol in your blood. Instead of fats, eat more fruits, grains, and vegetables.

Being a working parent can be challenging. Be sure to know your employer's policies, and focus on any childcare issues you are having. Here are some tips to get you started.

With a little advance planning, you can be ready for unexpected child emergencies--as well as everyday problems and issues.