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Even if it’s only temporary, having an ostomy can be a big adjustment. There are so many things to learn — stoma care, how to change your ostomy pouch, and more. You can do a few simple things to make a living with a colostomy bag a lot easier.  1. Wear What Works for You  Don’t be self-conscious about your ostomy bag. Modern pouches have a low-profile silhouette, fit close … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Living with a Colostomy Bag

While you cannot stop the natural aging process, you can control how well you age by taking protective measures and making the necessary environmental and lifestyle adjustments as you age.   Here are some tips for healthy skin that may help keep wrinkles and other signs of aging at bay.  Shield Your Skin From The Sun  Prolonged exposure to the sun plays a critical role in … [Read more...] about How to Protect Your Skin as you Age

According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, plantar fasciitis is a common condition that causes heel pain. The plantar fascia is a band of fibrous tissue that connects the heels to the base of the toes. In plantar fasciitis, this band of tissue becomes inflamed and causes pain.  Plantar fasciitis is so common because this is a part of the foot that goes through a lot of use every … [Read more...] about Exercises For Plantar Fasciitis

In Dr. Martin Luther King’s empowering “I Have a Dream” speech, he stressed the importance of judging a person based on their character, not the color of their skin. Delivered on August 28, 1963, to a crowd of more than 250,000 people, Dr. King’s impassioned words inspired—and continue to inspire—people whose lives have been impacted by racial prejudice and … [Read more...] about Skin-Tone Bandages Encourage a Colour-Kind World

Yoga is an excellent way to increase strength, improve balance, and gain or maintain flexibility. It’s simple enough that even small children can do it, yet powerful enough to give you a real workout if you choose.   Here are 10+ kid-friendly yoga exercises you can do together.  Mountain pose (relaxation, centering)  Stand quietly with feet hip-width apart, back straight, … [Read more...] about 10+ Yoga Poses to Do with Your Kids to Improve Flexibility and Prevent Injury