When you initially think that it might be time for you and your partner to start a family, you might begin thinking far more about your (and their) fertility. And when you consider the impact that a variety of different things might have on your fertility, you likely think of things like your ages, the chemicals you’re exposed to, and more. But what you might not be thinking about are common household appliances that may make you less fertile, which are things you might want to know more about if you’re trying to conceive.
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Dozing off with our contact lenses in is all too easy sometimes, especially after a long day. But sleeping with your contacts in is actually super dangerous. According to LiveScience, about one-third of contact lens users report napping or sleeping with contacts in, but according to research, sleeping with your contacts lenses in can lead to some scary eye injuries. In a study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), researchers think they may have pinpointed why sleeping with contacts in is so dang risky. Apparently, the risk of corneal infections is scary high when it comes to sleeping with contacts in, and the risk is even higher if contacts are kept in overnight. When you watch the news, it sometimes feels like the US is unraveling. But while we definitely have some problems that need fixing, there is still a ton that we can be optimistic about in the US.
Sometimes it takes someone with an outside perspective to give us a bit of an objective reality check.
The most famous example of this was Alexis de Tocqueville. Tocqueville was a French diplomat, a foreigner, who helped Americans appreciate how lucky they really were.
Similarly, I reached out to more than 30 successful immigrants, people who came to the US with almost nothing and built very successful careers and asked them to share why we can be optimistic about the US’s future today.
I hope you find these ideas meaningful.
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Dozing off with our contact lenses in is all too easy sometimes, especially after a long day. But sleeping with your contacts in is actually super dangerous. According to LiveScience, about one-third of contact lens users report napping or sleeping with contacts in, but according to research, sleeping with your contacts lenses in can lead to some scary eye injuries. In a study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), researchers think they may have pinpointed why sleeping with contacts in is so dang risky. Apparently, the risk of corneal infections is scary high when it comes to sleeping with contacts in, and the risk is even higher if contacts are kept in overnight.
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Cellulitis is a potentially serious bacterial skin infection that is most commonly caused by the Staphylococcus (staph) or Streptococcus (strep) bacteria, although other types of bacteria can also cause it.
Symptoms of cellulitis can start suddenly, with an area of skin rapidly going from normal looking to red and swollen.
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Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has a bit of a rep on the internet–you can use it as a skin tonic, a natural household cleaner, digestion regulator, and even as a potential weight loss aid. It’s the ultimate does-it-all ingredient, and even if you don’t need it in the kitchen there’s another good reason to stock up: apple cider vinegar can be an elixir for your hair.
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From chronic aches and pains to just plain old discomfort, there are a variety of reasons why someone may decide to get a breast reduction. But there’s a lot of misinformation out there about the surgery itself, and because of that, it can be difficult to recognize the physical signs and symptoms that can help you tell if a breast reduction is right for you. Luckily, doctors and other health professionals are there to help.
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The beauty community has an unapologetic penchant for circling back and touting ancient hacks and secrets — and for good reason. Sure, we are eternally grateful for modern-day inventions that keep us looking svelte, groomed, and much younger than our years, but there’s also something to be said for techniques and ingredients that have worked brilliantly for countless decades.
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Diagnosis Before Treatment
No two fertility patients are alike, which means that all fertility care should be personalized to your individual needs. This idea can sound expensive and daunting for both the patient and the doctor, but it isn’t. In fact, Dr. Aimee has seen firsthand that when she uses “The TUSHY Method,” a straightforward strategy for getting your fertility checked in 5 easy steps, her patients’ satisfaction with their care increases – and the time it takes for them to get pregnant decreases. It’s a new standard of fertility care that makes personalized fertility medicine easy and more affordable.
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Skin cancer is on the rise, especially among women. With that scary news has come a push to encourage people to wear sunscreen all the time–whether or not you’re sunbathing–and to pay attention to sneaky spots that are often forgotten, like the scalp. But there’s another area you’re likely missing: your eyelids. Yes, that’s right. You can get skin cancer on your eyelids.
While it isn’t a super common occurance–it accounts for just 10 percent of all facial skin cancers–skin cancer on the eyelids can be deadly if left ignored. Here, the important risk factors and symptoms of eyelid cancer, plus what to keep in mind to protect yourself this summer and all year round. (Related: How Often Should You Really Have a Skin Exam?)
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Skin cancer is on the rise, especially among women. With that scary news has come a push to encourage people to wear sunscreen all the time–whether or not you’re sunbathing–and to pay attention to sneaky spots that are often forgotten, like the scalp. But there’s another area you’re likely missing: your eyelids. Yes, that’s right. You can get skin cancer on your eyelids.
While it isn’t a super common occurance–it accounts for just 10 percent of all facial skin cancers–skin cancer on the eyelids can be deadly if left ignored. Here, the important risk factors and symptoms of eyelid cancer, plus what to keep in mind to protect yourself this summer and all year round. (Related: How Often Should You Really Have a Skin Exam?)
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