Looking To Employ? Have Your Employees Get A Pre Employment Medical Assessment First

Posted on 26 September 2016

If you are planning to employ people for field-related jobs such as mining, agriculture or transportation, it is paramount that you have them screened through a pre employment medical assessment. This is a process where the prospective employees are medically evaluated to see if they have any existing conditions or injuries that you ought to know before hiring them. As an employer, insisting on pre employment medicals has lots of advantages as explained below. [Read More]

Skin Cancer Self-Examination Guide

Posted on 22 September 2016

Skin cancer can be cured if it is detected early enough.  Although it's recommended that you attend your local health clinic regularly for health checks, you should also carry out self-examination on a monthly basis, especially if you work outdoors or spend a lot of time outside during the summer months. So, how do you carry out self-examination and what warning signs should you be looking out for?  Read on for a helpful guide. [Read More]

Why Won't Your Dentist Fit Veneers On Your Teen?

Posted on 21 September 2016

Fitting veneers onto teeth can be a good way of fixing both cosmetic and dental problems. Often used to create a brighter smile, veneers can also cover up crooked teeth or teeth that have been discoloured by damage. If your teenager has dental problems or wants a whiter smile, they may ask if they can have veneers fitted. While you may agree to this solution, your dentist may not always have the same opinion. [Read More]

Types of Vascular Disease and Factors That Would Make You Susceptible

Posted on 16 September 2016

Your body comprises of a complex network of blood vessels such as arteries, capillaries and veins. This network of blood vessels functions to carry blood to and from the heart to the various parts of your body. As such, vascular ailments should be treated with utmost seriousness. One of the more common reasons why people would develop trouble with their vascular system is because of atherosclerosis. This is plaque accumulated within the blood vessels, making them stiff and decreasing the diameter of the vessel. [Read More]

About Me

Improved diabetes management

I have been a diabetic since I was a child - I was diagnosed at three years old. It's been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I will admit, though, that with the new technology available it's getting a lot easier to monitor my blood sugar and keep control of my diabetes. I am really excited by the research and new technology that is available for diabetes, and I hope it will be even easier for my kids in the future. This blog is all about developments in diabetes monitoring and medication dosing equipment. It should be interesting for diabetics and their families.