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Although diabetes has not yet been cured, there are products that make it possible to test blood glucose levels, and then administer insulin to achieve insulin balance.  With the aid of a glucose meter and testing strips, a person with diabetes can accurately determine the best course of action.  Although glucose meters tend to not have to be replaced very often, testing strips must be replenished often.

Over one-third of adults wake up at least twice during the night because of the need to urinate.  2% of adults lose control of their bladder during sleeping hours as well¹.  Clearly this is a problem that is quite common, which is why there are plenty of products on the market that help people to manage their urinary incontinence.  Although it can be a struggle, there are ways to reduce the frequency of incontinence, and products are available that make cleaning up very easy.

No home is complete without a first-aid kit.  Accidents can happen anytime, and it is important to be prepared for them.  A few minutes can make all of the difference, which is why having a fully-stocked, readily available first-aid kit ready is essential.  Putting one together is easy, as long as you know what you need and how to use it.

Although diabetes has not yet been cured, there are products that make it possible to test blood glucose levels, and then administer insulin to achieve insulin balance.  With the aid of a glucose meter and testing strips, a person with diabetes can accurately determine the best course of action.  Although glucose meters tend to not have to be replaced very often, testing strips must be replenished often.

Wound care is rather a complex topic especially for the aging population.    Wounds can be caused by diseases that cause skin integrity issues or from accidents resulting in injury.  In our aging population, chronic ulcers are a frequent concern related to diseases such as diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, and limited mobility.   If you are suffering from a wound, or caring for an individual with a wound, you should always consult a medical specialist for the best treatment options and procedures.   Healing of ulcers takes time and proper supplies.    While complete wound healing is the ultimate goal, maintaining a palliative effect for a chronic wound may be acceptable.¹ AllegroMedical.com customers looking for wound care supplies seek products that are:

According to the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses (WOCN) Society, over 1 million people in the US develop pressure ulcers each year.¹  One of the most proven methods to prevent and treat pressure ulcers is through the use of a therapeutic support surface.

By Sushma Subramanian / Published June 10, 2013 / Women's Health

Choosing the right skin care product to treat an infected area can be overwhelming. There are topicals, moisturizers, hydrators, and healers.  What does it all mean?

*** From: Patty Kunze ***