Effects of air conditioning in health

April 14th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

Effects of air conditioning in healthWith the arrival of warm and cool is important. When going outside is much more difficult to avoid spending too much time exposed to high temperatures, but when we are at home we have at our disposal various options to cope with the situation better, as the fan and air conditioning. Both work to alleviate that feeling of warmth so uncomfortable, however, although the air conditioning is considered the most practical, misuse of this can be very harmful to our health.

The air conditioning dries the air where you breathe out, causing those who remain for a long period exposed problems such as skin irritation, rhino-pharyngeal, dry eyes, sore throat or runny nose intense, among others. In addition, inhaling cold air directly reduces bronchial epithelial defensive barrier, making it more vulnerable to infections both bacterial and viral. Also, the air conditioning can trigger migraines from headaches, cause serious irritation to those who use contact lenses or a crisis of bronchospasm in those with asthma. On the other hand, are also harmful changes in temperature that causes getting out of a place where the air conditioning to where it is.This feeling can lead to sweating and even dizziness. addition noise from air conditioning, whether of himself appliance or air through the ducts, passes unnoticed initially but to leave the place or turn off the device may have tinnitus with sense of temporary hearing loss if you have been long exposed to that environment. Best Practices Although the air conditioner can cause such damage to health, there are ways around it is so harmful. Thus, there are guidelines to be free from these disadvantages and make good use: - Do not put too low a temperature that requires us to use more clothes to protect from the cold. The air conditioner must be used to get right with the clothes already in place. Therefore, the ideal temperature is between 21 º C and 25 ° C depending on the physical activity that is taking place, but they must not fall below 21 º C. - If you plan to use air conditioning during sleep, the right temperature should be around by the 27 ° C because, in this way, we reconcile good sleep. It is recommended to put a temperature below 25 ° C. - Try to get into the habit of breathing provided by the nose when we are with air conditioning on, because the nostrils are responsible for heat and humidify the air we breathe. There are other measures to be taken into account. We can not change the air is dry, but it is clean: we have to clean the filters and pipes as often as possible and empty containers daily condensation of water if there is no system to do it alone. A good use Air conditioning … Read More

Tips: Contact Lenses

April 13th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

Contact LensesSummer came and with it the warmth and desire to get into the pool, the sea, reservoirs, … however, in the case of the pools mainly chemicals in water tend to be the origin of diseases and complaints such as conjunctivitis, red eye or itching. Therefore, from the Advanced Institute of Ophthalmology , caution is recommended in terms of hygiene, with special emphasis on contact lens wearers.

As a clearer picture of prevention, it is recommended not to use contact lenses for swimming and if necessary use, it always swimming or diving goggles over contact lenses to avoid direct water contact with eyes. Also, another way to avoid diseases that can become serious, it is used daily disposable lenses that are thrown once been used for bathing. The problem lies not only in the presence of chlorine or other cleaning agents but water in the presence of microorganisms, some very aggressive, such as Acanthamoeba. Acanthomoeba infection of the eye is usually very serious and a threat to visual acuity, in extreme cases to cause loss of vision. The presence of this organism can be in any kind of water so avoid direct contact of the lens with water from pools, lakes, … and, of course, do not clean up with water or any other product other than cleaning system prescribed by your eye care professional.… Read More

Ectopic pregnancy, symptoms and treatment

April 12th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

Ectopic pregnancy, symptoms and treatmentThe gestation of a fertilized egg in tissues other than the uterine wall, which is the ideal space does not allow the fetus to develop and can cause death of the mother. The most common causes are a possible condition that blocks or delays the passage of the fertilized egg to the uterus because of a physical blockage in the tube, hormonal factors or by factors such as smoking.

In a large majority of cases, this obstruction is due to a scar on the trunk caused by infection, surgery or a previous ectopic pregnancy. Other causes include congenital defects in the fallopian tubes, endometriosis or complications of appendicitis. It is difficult to distinguish the symptoms of ectopic pregnancy: only 50 percent of mothers suffer from pain, amenorrhea and vaginal bleeding. Typically, the symptoms are so similar to a normal pregnancy is not easy to detect. And abdominal pain can be confused with common stomach pain, except that the pain is acute and is located in the lower abdomen. Only 40-50% of women with ectopic pregnancy vaginal bleeding, the 50% have a palpable mass of evidences, and 75% may have abdominal pain. To determine this problem a variety of testing: culdocentesis, leukocyte count, quantitative HCG test in blood, pregnancy test, hematocrit, transvaginal ultrasound or pregnancy ultrasound and serum progesterone level. At present, progress has allowed to offer an alternative to surgery as a treatment because methotrexate is less risk to the pregnant woman, to which he had to remove the developing fetus to save her life. Similarly, microsurgery has greatly reduced the traditional complications, although in severe cases due to extract the fallopian tube as the only solution. About 33% of women who have had an ectopic pregnancy can have a baby in the future without major complications, although the usual trend is adverse. However, the pregnancy to a successful conclusion also depends on the woman’s age and whether you had children before, among other factors.… Read More

When traveling, do not forget the vaccine!

April 11th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

When traveling, do not forget the vaccinePrevention is more cost effective than cure. Under this premise, if you planned to travel abroad, especially to developing countries, be sure to inform the Ministry of Health, Social Affairs and Equal ( www.msps.es ) on vaccines, mandatory and recommended. And do not forget it in time.

Remain vigilant
Vaccines for travelers avoid contracting infectious diseases common in other countries, some very contagious.However, be aware that not protect you 100% against these diseases. That is, you should not go down to guard and take the required precautions.
And when it comes to food and water must always be alert because they may be contaminated. With time … From 4 to 8 weeks before travel is the period national authorities recommend that you visit your doctor or a physician specializing in travel.Know that the prophylaxis and vaccines are not the same for everyone, but custom.The doctor will assess your situation and tell you what shots you need and what precautions you administer your drinking. Thus, the risk that a traveler has of getting a disease depends on many factors including your age, sex, vaccines have been administered to you before, your current health status, your destination, the route you’re going to continue or type of trip (not the same trip with a backpack trip in hotels, for example). Moreover, there is a single calendar for vaccines to achieve its effect. So do not let the last minute! risk groups - children and infants: they can not administer all vaccines. It is very important to ensure their protection from diseases transmitted by food and bites. - Adolescents and young adults: are the largest group and increased risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases and other infectious travel in style (backpackers, accommodation and food lesser quality, etc.).You must ensure the administration of all vaccines required for travel. - Frequent travelers: the risk comes from trusted and not to update the immunization schedule.- Pregnant: Pregnancy should not deter a woman from receiving vaccines that are safe and that protect both the baby and herself. Check it. - Older: In principle, require the same type of vaccine than adults, although it may lack of previous prophylaxis and chronic illness are given appropriate attention. - Chronically ill: It is important to the query in each case because they may some vaccines are contraindicated for their condition and are not administered. - Travellers with HIV:Same as above, can not be given certain vaccines.

Prevention is more cost effective than cure. Under this premise, if you planned to travel abroad, especially to developing countries, be sure to inform the Ministry of Health, Social Affairs and Equal ( www.msps.es ) on vaccines, mandatory and recommended. And do not forget it in time.

Remain vigilant
Vaccines for travelers avoid contracting infectious diseases common in other countries, some very contagious.However, be aware that not protect you 100% against these diseases. That is, you should not go down to guard and take … Read More

International Day of Older Persons

April 10th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

International Day of Older PersonsAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO) currently there are about 600 million people over 60 years, a figure that will double by 2025 and will reach virtually two billion by 2050.

On 1 October the International Day of Older Persons, a date with which it is intended that all bear in mind that the elderly should be treated with the same respect, and to provide help if they can not fend for themselves . Ageism (the process of discrimination against people simply because of higher rates) is a problem that increasingly affects society, although much of this the people of 60 years are up. It is expected that diseases like AD will affect about 7 million in 2030. The third age is a risk involved group of conditions. The most common are often blamed Parkinson’s, arthritis and arthritis, deafness and visual impairment, senile dementia, osteoporosis, arterial problems, enlarged prostate … etc. But undoubtedly the most prolific currently is Alzheimer’s.This neurodegenerative disease of central nervous system is the leading cause of dementia in people over 60 years. Its main symptom is the progressive loss of memory and other mental abilities, suffering a brain atrophy as time passes. Unfortunately, there has not been able to discover how to cure or alleviate the condition, so that the affected group needed special care and assistance to cope, they and their families, as gracefully as possible. However, experts may delay its onset being about a healthy lifestyle and following some other treatment.… Read More

Is there an ideal weight?

April 9th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

Is there an ideal weightTaking care of our physical appearance is something we all seek either a greater or lesser extent. The struggle to find an ideal weight can often turn into an obsession.However, it should be clear that to look good on the outside must first learn how to maintain healthy habits inside. Failure to do this for yourself, what better than to visit a nutritionist?

Lose weight with minimal effort. This is the reason that most people choose to diet. ‘Dunkan’, ‘Pronokal’, ‘cucumber’, ‘of the artichoke’, ‘the soup’ ‘pineapple’, envelopes and milkshakes … all diets and products are sounding all around us lately every time we proclaim intended to take away a few pounds more. And although it is very probable that initially the weight loss is successful, all these methods end up being counterproductive, both for the famous ‘rebound effect’ that occurs in most cases, for the later problems that can lead to health . 
Thus, the most important thing is not sacrificed for a few days, but to educate our eating habits in a healthy way. This is basic, plus daily moderate exercise, namely a balanced diet and adequate for our body. But what is the ideal diet? The importance of going to a nutritionist truth is that there is no generic ideal diet, even the ideal weight. The reason is that too many influencing factors (age, sex, weight, height, complexion …) and to apply a single diet for everyone. It is therefore necessary to seek consultation with a nutritionist, who will monitor and establish a meal plan according to the characteristics of each, in addition to design a personalized dietary and nutritional.Thus, there are some recommended guidelines that can help keep fit:

- Instead of frying foods is much healthier cook, roast, bake or make them on the grill. 
- Eating fish once a week. 
- No abuse of sauces. 
- Eat lots of fruits and vegetables. 
- Take in the possible no-calorie drinks and sugary sodas abuse. 
- Avoid saturated fats.

Calculate your ideal weight
to calculate your Body Mass Index is the following formula: BMI = Weight (kg) / Estatura2 (m) and then apply the results: Below 18.0: below normal weight 18.1 – 24.9: Average 25.0 – 29.9: Overweight 30.0 or more: Obesity… Read More

Myopia and childbirth

April 8th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

Myopia and childbirthHave more than six diopters of myopia? If so do not forget to visit your eye doctor during pregnancy and after the period of gestation. And above all, paying particular attention to the comments you made about the time of delivery.

Most experts agree that when myopia is high there is a risk of retinal detach the labor contractions. practice tells us that if the doctor finds that the myopic eye of the mother is healthy at the end of gestation can try a vaginal delivery, but yes, chances are you use some help as forceps or vacuum to minimize eye damage. If instead the ophthalmologist observed that the retina is damaged it can happen that breaks the peripheral membrane and the retina to detach or ocular bleeding occurs because of the efforts of vaginal delivery. In these cases one can proceed in two ways: cesarean section before labor or laser seal the tear in the retina if clearly seen. The test to determine the status of the retina is quick and secure. This is a fundus examination that consists of dilating the pupil with eye drops. Thus vascular specialists pressure for changes in the fundus while exploring the retinal periphery to see if there is a break or tear or any area that present anomalies. Whichever way you see your child eventually light, do not forget to visit your ophthalmologist in the first days after delivery to check the status of the retina.… Read More

Children and Yoga

April 7th, 2012 Mark No Comments »

Children and YogaStress. It is one of the words most heard in our society today and our children do not escape from it. The pace of life and excess activity supporting children means that many of them have a more nervous or anxious behavior than would be desirable

In recent times some parents have opted for yoga as a solution to the stress of their children. Experts said in this discipline, through yoga child learn about their body, to manage their emotions, to feel calm, relaxed and develop their concentration and improve performance. The best age These professionals agree that from 4 years is the best age for a child to start practicing yoga. For them then it is a game but at the same time develop and accelerate the motor muscles, flexible joints, improve posture habits of the spine, stimulate blood circulation, improve respiration … All these years, say the teachers yoga, get the child also boost their confidence, refine the senses, improve attention, concentration, memory and imagination, even encourages interaction with others. For all For all that yoga is recommended for all children, whether, restless or assets as shy or shameful. Hence, it is recommended lesson plans in response to the character or temperament of the child as well as their daily activities and habits. Child Yoga has, therefore, as an alternative to improve physical and mental health of our children.… Read More

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