Now that the good weather has finally arrived, many of us are going to the pool or sea in order to cool down. However, with water sports comes an increase in swimmer’s ear. What Is Swimmer’s Ear? Swimmer’s ear is an infection found in the outer ear canal. This can be defined as an area … Read more
A good night’s sleep is necessary for your health and productivity. But unwanted noise can disrupt sleep and cause sleep deprivation. Using a comfortable pair of earplugs is an easy and affordable way to block out noise and get better rest. At Zoom Health we recommend Mack’s Dreamgirl foam earplugs as a top choice for … Read more
Are you looking for a natural way to take care of your cuticles? Badger’s Cuticle Care Balm is the perfect solution! Back in 2004, Badger’s founder, Bill, had a very special request from his daughter Emily: to make a balm specifically designed to take care of her cuticles. And thus Cuticle Care was born. Not … Read more
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions. Although everyone gets a few pimples during their teenage years, persistent acne outbreaks can severely affect the looks and personality of some people. The condition can leave behind scars and ugly blemishes on the face or other affected parts of the body, like the back and … Read more
What’s All the Fuss About Anaphylaxis? You’ve probably heard of allergies, but anaphylaxis? That’s the heavyweight champion of allergic reactions. It’s not your run-of-the-mill sneeze fest or itchy eyes situation. Nope, anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening reaction that can come on faster than you can say “antihistamine.” Now imagine your immune system in your … Read more
The Buzzing Menace Ever wondered why those little midges seem to have you itching and scratching? Surprise, surprise—it’s not an irritation issue; you’re having a real allergic reaction. When these pesky raiders sink their teeth into you, they’re basically pumping you with certain chemicals that ring alarm bells all over your body. Not to worry, … Read more
Ah, summer! The time for sun, outdoor activities, and… itchy eyes? If you happen to be one of the millions suffering from hay fever, you know how the battle goes. But do not worry! We’ve got your back with this comprehensive guide in pacifying those pesky hay fever eyes. What’s the Buzz About Hay Fever? … Read more
Cracked Heels, also known as heel fissures or keratoderma, can occur for a number of reasons, such as a lack of moisture around the rim of the heel or from wearing footwear that exposes your feet. Other causes include obesity, cold and/or dry weather, standing on hard flooring for long periods of time, poorly fitting … Read more
Hay fever is a condition that affects 15 – 20% of the population in the United Kingdom. Is the most common of allergic conditions. Those that suffer with hay fever may also get asthma. Hay fever is also known as allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis is an abnormal and exaggerated body immune reaction to an exposure … Read more
House dust mites are very small creatures that are not visible with the naked eye. All homes have them and they eat the dead skin we shed. They are usually found in warm, moist spots that collect skin scales like carpets, pillows, mattresses, soft toys, clothing, soft furniture etc. The mites are usually harmless but … Read more
Jan van der Borden, ENT specialist at the BovenIJ Hospital in Amsterdam, covered it perfectly when he stated that protecting our children’s hearing is so important because their ears have to last a lifetime! Our babies and toddlers’ ears are extremely vulnerable, and ENT specialists are continuously warning parents of the ever-growing number of young … Read more
Introduction In the UK each year, about 10,000 people are diagnosed with bladder cancer. Of these, 80% (8 out of 10) are diagnosed with early bladder cancer. One of the main causes of bladder cancer is smoking. As people get older, this type of cancer becomes more common. The bladder is a storage organ that … Read more