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If you suffer from recurring back pain, there may be an underlying condition that's causing it. Back pain isn't always caused by the usual culprits such as pulled muscles or over-exertion. Back pain that comes back week after week could be the sign of a debilitating medical condition known as osteoarthritis. Here are four signs that your back pain may be caused by osteoarthritis. If you have any of the following symptoms, you should consult your physician.

Botox is a simple procedure that helps minimize or even eliminate the wrinkles on your face. Botox is popular because it works quickly and is minimally invasive – a few shots and you are done. It is used only on dynamic wrinkles, such as those that appear when you smile, but it isn't effective on deep lines that are present no matter what expression you make. The following tips will help ensure you get the most out of your Botox treatment.

The inside back layer of your eye is called the macula. It records images that you view and sends the images by way of your eye's optic nerve to your brain. Your healthy macula focuses central vision in your eye. Because of the macula's central vision focus, you are able to see everything that you do. Macular degeneration occurs when the central portion of your retina disintegrates and you receive incorrect images.

Weight loss surgery typically involves a comprehensive weight loss plan that also includes changes to your diet and exercise routines. Unfortunately, carrots and marathons can be hard to incorporate into your routine, but there's one complement to surgical weight loss that's free, easy to do and completely effortless -- sleeping. Here's how sleeping can help with your surgical weight loss journey: 1. Sleep repairs your body. Weight loss surgeries are designed to help you, but you still need to heal after them.

When you have an elderly parent who continues to live in his or her own home but is increasingly in need of in-home care, it's not always possible for you to address this need. As such, it's useful to think about hiring a home health aide to visit your parent weekly or daily. You can benefit from asking any friends or colleagues who have been in this situation to provide recommendations about the agencies they've used, and then call each agency to find out if it's the right one for your parent's needs.

Baby acne is a common occurrence, but it can be a scary experience for new parents. The appearance of bright red bumps on a newborn's face is usually not a cause for concern. If your baby has acne, here is what you need to know.  What Is Baby Acne? Baby acne is a skin condition that can appear on your baby's face and body. In most instances, it is temporary and goes away without the need for medical treatment.

If you have a loved one that is starting to have a more difficult time getting around due to aging, then you want to be proactive and make sure they have what they need to maintain their freedom. You also want to take extra steps to make your home a safe environment for them so they can continue enjoying their daily routine. Consider following the advice here to help them stay happy, safe and as independent as possible.

Medicare does not automatically cover you when you travel abroad. Because of this risk, if you intend to travel overseas, you may want to purchase supplemental Medicare insurance that will protect you if you get sick while overseas. While there are some situations where original Medicare will cover you, you will be much safer with Medigap. What Original Medicare Covers Medicare does not usually pay for supplies or services that you receive outside the United States.