People who shy away from needles and surgical knives are always looking for the non-surgical equivalent to the procedures they want. While that works only a small percentage of the time, people keep looking for any and all procedures where they will not need to go under the knife. One such example is the cosmetic procedure known as the facelift.
Dozens of people want to turn back the clock on their faces, but more than half of those people do not want actual surgery.
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If your child has asthma, you want the best care possible so your child doesn't have to sit on the sidelines and miss out on an active childhood. If he or she has mild or moderate asthma, the symptoms may be easy to control so your child can be active in school and sports. One thing that might help is to get treatment from an allergy and asthma specialist. Here's how this type of doctor can benefit your child.
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Finding a good pediatrician for your children is crucial to their health and development. However, not all doctors are created equal. Every office has a different feel. Instead of forcing your child to go to a place that scares them to death, turning every visit into a huge fiasco, take the time to find the right one. The first step is to ask for referrals from trusted friends and family. It is also a good idea to check with your insurance to find pediatricians in the area that are covered.
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When you struggle with an alcohol abuse disorder (also commonly referred to as alcoholism), you may feel as if you are all alone in the universe. Alcoholism has a tendency to isolate the people that suffer from the condition and make them feel as if nobody else in the world understands. However, alcoholism is a prevalent condition throughout the United States and around the world. You do not have to try to continue fighting your alcohol abuse disorder alone.
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When you're depressed, sometimes therapy and medication just aren't enough. The good news is, there are things you can do to supplement your treatment. None of these are meant to replace traditional treatment forms, but when used in conjunction with therapy and medication you may notice additional relief from your symptoms.
1. Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a method of redirecting energy involving sticking thin needles into the skin. The ancient Chinese believed energy -- called chi -- flowed through the body and was occasionally blocked by stress or illness.
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