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Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis

I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis five years ago, and since then, I've committed myself to learning as much as I can about the condition and the various options that are available for managing my symptoms. I started this blog to document my personal journey and the changes I've made to my lifestyle in an attempt to improve my quality of life. I post about alternative treatments I've tried, dietary changes I've made and mobility products I've found useful. I also post about new treatments that are being developed for rheumatoid arthritis. I hope you find my blog interesting and informative.

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Two Simple Ways to Keep Your Healthcare Costs Low
If you're on a tight budget and would like to minimise the amount you spend on healthcare, here are two tips which may help you to do this. Live a healthy, active lifestyle One of the most effective ways to reduce your risk of having to pay costly medical bills in the future is to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. A huge number of the most common health conditions that affect people today are directly correlated with unhealthy lifestyle choices.

Burial of a Loved One: 4 Options
Dealing with death is never easy. If there has been a death in the family and the deceased did not leave any instructions about how they wished their body to be disposed of, you will have to make that decision on their behalf. While there are a number of factors which may influence this decision, such as family traditions, the deceased religious beliefs. Below is a guide to some of the options you have when it comes to laying a loved one to rest.

No Bones About It: Orthopaedic Surgeons
Torn ligaments, bone tumours, cerebral palsy, fractures and rheumatoid arthritis. These are just some of the conditions that an orthopaedic surgeon treats, in a variety of ways, as is best suited to the individual patient. An orthopaedic surgeon is a medical specialist who focuses on the proper diagnosis and surgical and non-surgical treatment and rehabilitation of disorders, diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system.  The musculoskeletal system is made up the body's joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves, tendons and bones.

Why You Should Undergo Pre-Employment Medicals
Some prospective employees may have a negative attitude towards pre-employment medicals because they look at them as an inconvenience. Such people may not know how those medicals can be of benefit to them. This article discusses why each employee should embrace these medicals. Protects You From Safety Risks Some people may have medical conditions that can put their safety at risk if they are given certain jobs. For example, a person who has epilepsy may die in case he or she is suddenly incapacitated when working at height.

How to Adapt Your Home to Accomodate a Wheelchair
If a member of your family has recently become wheelchair bound, you might be feeling overwhelmed at the prospect of having to change your entire house to accommodate them. Luckily, there are lots of useful daily living aids which aren't hard to install but make a huge difference in terms of accessibility. Ramps and stairlifts will ensure that your relative can safely access every room of the house. Shower seats or stools allow them to use the shower without the risk of falling and grab rails around the home also reduce the likelihood of slips.

A Few Essential Tips for Protecting Yourself From A Potential Sports Injury
If you love sports, you know that injuries are often part of the game. One aggressive move, misstep or miscalculation of the ground under you, and you're sure to suffer a fall, slip, twisted ankle and the like. You can also suffer injuries from long-term play, as cartilage and tendons get damaged from all the extra bouncing, impact, and weight put upon them from playing sports. However, you can protect yourself from many injuries if you note a few simple but very important tips; consider the following, and discuss these with your doctor as needed:

Two Ways That Relationship Problems Affect Your Health
When a romantic relationship is going well, it can do wonders for both your physical and mental health; knowing that you are loved and supported by someone can make you feel more energetic, motivated and optimistic about life. However, if you and your partner are having relationship problems, this can have a negative impact on your overall well-being. Here are two ways that these type of issues can affect your health.