3 Reasons To Get An Ultrasound During Pregnancy

Posted on 1 October 2015

Going through the pregnancy process can be an extremely exciting and fun time for a woman and her family. If you're currently pregnant, you're likely very excited about the future that lies ahead. If you're thinking about getting an ultrasound but don't fully understand the benefits, you should know that there are many good reasons to get one. Take a look at the following information to better understand the reasons why you should get an ultrasound during your pregnancy. [Read More]

4 Steps That May Help You Prevent Developing Diabetic Retinopathy

Posted on 15 September 2015

If you suffer from diabetes, your risks for developing eye problems are greater than people without this disease. The most common eye condition diabetic individuals develop is diabetic retinopathy, which is caused by changes in the blood vessels in the retina. This condition can lead to blindness in some cases; however, you might be able to prevent getting this if you take the right steps in life. Here are the four most important things you can do to prevent getting diabetic retinopathy. [Read More]

3 Things Travelers Need To Know About Tetanus Boosters

Posted on 3 September 2015

Tetanus vaccines are a standard vaccine for kids, but they don't last forever. The tetanus vaccine you got as a kid won't protect you for your entire life, which is why doctors recommend getting a tetanus booster every ten years. This is especially important if you plan to travel internationally. Here are three things travelers need to know about tetanus boosters. What is tetanus? Tetanus is caused by a common bacteria, Clostridium tetani. [Read More]

What To Expect From Your New Hearing Aids And How To Get Used To Them

Posted on 26 August 2015

If you've gone a long time with bad hearing, then it's probably going to take a little bit of time for you to get used to wearing hearing aids for the first time. Learning about what you can expect from your hearing aids and what you can do to get used to them will help make the transition easier on you. This article is full of helpful information on what you can expect and things you can do to make the experience as easy as possible. [Read More]

About Me

Meet Steve Walden

I first became really interested in medical subjects when my wife was pregnant with our first baby. I had absolutely no clue what was going on, but I wanted to. I probably asked more questions during the check-ups than she did. If there was an appointment that I couldn't go to, I would have my wife give me a complete play-by-play. I was just really excited and really fascinated with everything. My favorites were the ultrasounds. The fact that I could see our baby and hear her heart beat seemed otherworldly to me. Since my wife's pregnancy, I've kept learning about various medical topics. I love it so much that sometimes I regret not realizing this sooner and going to medical school! But this blog will just have to do.