Sublingual Allergy Treatment: Immunotherapy Without Injections

If your allergy symptoms make you feel terrible and you hate taking allergy medicine because of side effects, you might want to try a product that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration approved in 2014. A fast-dissolving tablet that you place under your tongue once per day helps your body become accustomed to the allergen and eventually stop reacting to it. This treatment works if you're allergic to pollen from certain types of grasses, but you may have other options if you react to different substances. Read More 

Keeping Young Eyes Safe: On The Field And Off

As a parent, you want to ensure that your child stays safe and healthy. If you are a parent of a teen athlete, this is even more important. If your child participates in high impact or other physically demanding sports and has vision that needs correcting, contact lenses may be your best and safest option.  While there are glasses that are designed for wearing during sport activities these are not always the safest choice, especially in high impact sports like football. Read More 

Alternatives To Prescription Drugs For Pain Management

In recent years, as health care options are expanding and changing, more and more attention is being placed on the topic of pain management.  The days of doctors solely treating chronic pain with prescription painkillers and analgesics are relatively gone.  Now, there are new methods and techniques for patients.  In fact, clinics are opening in most major cities to serve as pain institutes or pain management centers.  Here, then, are some of the newest methods for managing chronic pain. Read More 

Funeral Homes 101: 4 Ways To Save On Funeral Costs

Funeral arrangements are one of life's largest purchases. Unfortunately, a funeral is also one of life's biggest unexpected costs. Like any big purchase—buying a home, paying for a wedding, or purchasing a new car—a funeral will have a significant impact on your income and budget. Fortunately, you can shop smart and save money. Here are four ways to reduce the cost of a funeral: 1. Limit Visitation Hours It is not necessary to have a funeral that lasts for more than 2-4 hours. Read More 

4 Steps To Better Dental Health

Taking proper care of your teeth is critical for good dental health.  The amount of time and effort you invest into your teeth will pay huge dividends for you. You are probably aware that daily and brushing and flossing are necessary, but there are other steps that can help you maintain the health of your teeth. Knowing other steps that can help improve your smile is important. Step #1:  Know your health Read More