I just came from this site in regards to unsafe products/devices. I was extremely surprised by a few items on the list.  One of the items that caught my attention immediately was Motrin (or Ibuprofen).  Did you know that Ibuprofen / Motrin can cause skin allergies, heart failure, swelling and ulcers?  I sear, sometimes the drug itself has so many side affects that you have to ask yourself — is it really worth taking?

I can honestly say that I have never met anyone who has had a diverse reaction to a drug (over the counter, prescription, or otherwise).  I would say that if I had met someone who had an adverse reaction, I would advise them to see their doctor about it right away!  Allergic reactions and other kinds of incompatibilities with prescription or over the counter drugs need to be reported so that those who make the drugs can either fix the problem or take the drug off of the market.

I would say that the site linked above is a helpful resource in finding drugs that are unsafe for you or your loved ones.  Moving forward, you should know that knowledge is power!  The more you know, the more you may be able to help someone else.

Have you had any side affects caused by any of the drugs listed?

Guest Blog by: Roger K.

There are many things that one can do to help manage a disease that they have been diagnosed with. Often, people are seeking an easier way to manage a disease than a trip to the physician’s office. There are many other options available, such as getting disease management services online.

Dealing with a Diagnosis

Of course, you cannot diagnose yourself using the Internet. You will need to speak with your physician to determine if you have a disease or disorder. After diagnosis you may feel anger, depression, and anxiety. Being diagnosed with an illness is an unfortunate situation, but there is plenty of help available.

How the Internet Can Help

There are many ways that you can seek disease management online. First, there are numerous people in the world dealing with the exact same situation as you. Find blogs and forums to speak with others diagnosed with the same illness. Sites like http://www.premiermedicalspecialists.com offer support and mental help to assist in depression and anxiety related to the situation.

Still Feeling Down

If the Internet is not helping with the feelings and fears you are facing with this new challenge, then you should find a disease management specialist who can help. They can assist you in their office to help deal with both physical and mental pain regarding your illness.

A diagnosis of a disease is not the end of the world. There is plenty of help to assist you, including tools on the Internet, and your new disease management physician.

Guest Blog By: Sarah L.

Have you ever felt as if no one understands you? Do those activities you once enjoyed seem meaningless now? These could be the signs of depression and help should be sought after in order to get your life back on the right path.

You may wonder in whom you can trust your innermost thoughts to in order to put the pieces back together. With the thousands of clinicians in the United States, it is important to make the right choices for mental health counseling. Christian counseling in Houston, Texas offers a Christ-centered approach in helping those unable to manage their emotions, to regain the confidence necessary to go forward in their lives.

Whether you are suffering from a recent loss of employment, marriage difficulties or finding yourself at a loss now that the children have moved away, these problems and more are faced everyday throughout the country, but many do not seek help and try to work things out for themselves. It takes a strong person to ask for help during a time of need, such as experiencing emotional distress.

In the teachings of Christ, He instructed us to “be anxious for nothing” which speaks of worry that in itself can cause mental anguish. Our world in its complexity offers many opportunities to become overwhelmed with life, and during those times, we can lose focus and hope. It is good to know that there are Christian-based counselors available to talk us through our troubles.