You cant escape the staggering statistics in America about how unhealthy we are. This diagram gives it to us in plain color and its pretty alarming. People here in Colorado are able to run, walk and bike most places.

Admitting you should be more healthy can be the first step to breaking that twinkie and soda pop habit.

But where to begin?

Approximately 2.4 million people die in the U.S. each year. Natural causes is not in the top 10 causes of death, so we can assume that most people needed medical care which probably includes medical supplies in some form or fashion.

So what do you do with left over medical supplies?

If you have unused medications, you cant return them, even if they are in their unopened, original packaging. Ask your local hospice if they can help you to destroy them, or provide you with instructions on how to destroy medications safely.

They wear out! Compression stockings usually have a lifespan of about 6 months and they wont do you any good if you dont get new ones about twice a year.

Also, be sure to ask about our reminder program!
1) Come into our store in Arvada and buy your compression stockings.
2) Fill out a reminder card with your name and address.

In six months, you will receive your reminder card along with a coupon for a discount on your next purchase!

And dont forget that we have GREAT PRICES on compression stockings, and that is BEFORE the discount coupon!

How do you take charge of your own medical care without a medical background? Going to the doctors office or hospital can be overwhelming for the average person with conditions requiring complex or ongoing treatments.

Here are a few tools to help you!

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is working to make health care safer through its Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) Program.

By definition, an ostomy is an operation to create an opening from an area inside the body to the outside. Colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy are types of ostomies that either eliminate stool from the intestines or urine from the urinal tract.

With the close of Memorial Day weekend, I hope everyone took time to think of those who have defended, or now defend our freedom, life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. We should especially think of those who have died defending our country and these very principals.

When I was a kid, and I’m dating my age here, we used to slather on baby oil and bathe in the sun to get a tan. As I got older, sunscreen use became more common and eventally, I swore off intentional sun to my face and most of my body. I now mostly use tanning lotions with at least SPF 30 to get somewhat of a golden glow (and to prevent blinding other people because I am so fair skinned).

My grandfather, who was a farmer, had several bouts of skin cancer on his face, and now my mother is having more frequent spots of skin cancer removed from her face.

Nobody is too old to learn. In fact, keeping your mind active is not only fun, it is beneficial. Research has shown that keeping your mind active may help ward off memory loss and prevent mental decline. Learning helps you to stay connected to your world, both locally and beyond, and when you focus on reading, a hobby, or learning a new subject, you have less time and energy to dwell on problems or worries.

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, close to 3% of Americans between the ages of 50 to 70 are participating in continuing education.

A lift chair is usually a recliner-type chair that when the user wants to stand up, the chair lifts them into the standing position. Some chairs can also double as a place to sleep, for those that are mostly bed-ridden, and need or want to stay in a common area of a home.

Lift chairs can be a big purchase, but basic models can start at around $545.

So what should you look for when buying a lift chair? Here is a guide to help you get started!