By Kevin Gong High levels of lipids (fats), including cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, is also called “hyperlipidemia.” Hyperlipidemia can significantly increase a person’s risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious problems due to vessel wall narrowing or obstruction. To …
Read More »Here’s What You Should Know About Hearing Protection
By Kevin Gong Sounds are everywhere, and the volume of a sound is described in decibels (dB). Sounds less than around 70 dB are safe and won’t typically affect your hearing. As sounds get louder and/or the amount of time you listen …
Read More »What’s a Proper Sleep Posture?
By Kevin Gong Your sleep position can either help or hinder your sleep process, depending on how effectively it supports the natural curvature of your spine. It’s also common for people to wake up with brand new aches and pains in the …
Read More »Proper Ear Care: Understanding Earwax and Safe Cleaning Methods
By Kevin Gong Some people swear by their cotton swabs, and others say ear candles are the way to go. Maybe you’re one of those that say you should never even clean your ears. The only thing doctors do agree on is …
Read More »Understanding Heroin: Risks, Effects, and Treatment Options
By Kevin Gong Heroin is an opioid drug made from morphine, a natural substance taken from the seed pod of the various opium poppy plants grown in Southeast and Southwest Asia, Mexico, and Colombia. Heroin can be a white or brown powder, …
Read More »Why Is Reading in the Dark Harmful?
By Kevin Gong While growing up, your parents may have told you not to read in the dark because it was bad for your eyes. As it turns out, this idea isn’t entirely untrue; reading in the dark will not cause any …
Read More »How Should You be Aware on the Road?
By Kevin Gong As a defensive driver, you can avoid crashes and help lower your risk behind the wheel. If you’ve been out on the roads, you know that not everyone drives well but most people think they do. Some drivers speed …
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