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Gauze Dressings

5 Best Gauze Dressings for Wounds

Different wounds require different dressings to heal properly. How do you choose what's right for you? Here's our list of the five best gauze dressings for different types of wounds. READ MORE

Wound Management

5 Best Sodium Chloride 0.9% Irrigation Solutions for Wound Care

Sodium Chloride 0.9% Irrigation Solution is essential for wound cleansing & expedite healing. Find 5 best sodium chloride 0.9% irrigation solutions.

Antifungal Cream

5 Over the Counter Yeast Infection Creams

A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida. Yeast is a type of fungus that is normally found in small amounts on the skin and inside the body without causing any problems. But in a favorable environment, yeast can rapidly multiply and grow out of control, causing an infection called candidiasis. Find 5 Over the Counter Yeast Infection Creams at HPFY.

Topical Skin Adhesives

5 Best Skin Adhesives In 2024

Skin adhesive is a less painful and less scary choice when closing a wound, so doesn't that make it a good option? It can be, but there are two very important factors to consider that would require stitches rather than skin adhesive.

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How To Apply A Pressure Dressing?

Pressure dressings are used as first-aid for heavily bleeding wounds. They help stop excessive blood loss by applying compression on the damaged blood vessels to facilitate blood clotting. Learn all about applying the pressure dressing at HPFY.

Compression Bandages

A Comprehensive Guide for Compression Bandage

Bandage wraps have been around and work wonders for treating many injuries, but do you know how to wrap them? Learn how to wrap a compression bandage. READ MORE.

Topical Skin Adhesives

How To Remove Adhesive from Skin?

Skin adhesives are widely used, from dressing a minor wound to affixing tubes and sensors to the skin in hospitals. However, the stronger the adhesive, the more painful it is to remove, especially for sensitive skin. Even ripping off a band-aid can sometimes sting because they are designed to adhere strongly to the skin. Learn how to remove adhesive from skin at HPFY.

Wound Management

All About Deep Tissue Injury

A deep tissue injury (DTI) can be painful and debilitating and lead to life-threatening issues. Even with treatment, it can quickly deteriorate into your worst nightmare, and since it's not an obvious injury, it's easy to miss. Learn all about deep tissue injury.

Wound Management

5 Probable Reasons Why Your Wound Won't Heal

A normal wound will generally heal in 4 to 6 weeks, but if it does not heal in this timeframe, it becomes a chronic wound or, in simple terms, a non-healing wound. If the wound is not healing in a timely manner, it means there is another unnoticed and untreated underlying condition. Learn about 5 probable reasons why your wound won't heal and more.

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Incontinence Guide

5 Tips for Coping with Incontinence in Cold Weather

Dealing with incontinence can be particularly challenging during the winter season. The cold weather conditions can exacerbate the symptoms. To manage incontinence comfortably during the cold months, here are a few tips that can come in handy. READ MORE.

Stroke

Experiencing Life After a Mini-Stroke: What to Expect

After suffering a stroke, what should you expect? What are the signs of a stroke? What do I need to do? We have some information for you. READ MORE

Health & Wellness

Tips On How To Exfoliate Skin Naturally

Think of your skin as a canvas and exfoliation as a gentle brushstroke that reveals its true beauty. Here is how to exfoliate your skin naturally. READ MORE.

Pregnancy Care Incontinence Guide

Incontinence During Pregnancy: The What, Why, and How

Incontinence and pregnancy are often juxtaposed. That is because pregnancy can sometimes lead to or aggravate urinary incontinence. Here is what incontinence during pregnancy is and how to manage it. READ MORE.

Health & Wellness

11 Warning Signs of Magnesium Deficiency

Magnesium is a mineral important for our bodies. If you have ever wondered if your magnesium is low, here are 11 warning signs of magnesium deficiency. READ MORE.

Immune Health

10 Fun Facts About The Respiratory System

Our respiratory system is important and with respiratory viruses everywhere it’s under attack. What is our pulmonary system? What are the parts of the lungs? We have your info. READ MORE

Pill Boxes And Medicine Organizer

10 Tips for Medication Management

Medication management is critical for necessary medication to be effective. How can you manage your medication? How do I do it? We have some info for you. READ MORE

Nebulizer Accessories

How to Make Saline Solution for Nebulizer

Salt is a necessary evil. While many often point out too much salt can be detrimental to one's health, it also has the properties of preventing bacteria from growing. But why are we talking about salt? READ MORE.

Pediatric Care

Best Baby Formula – How To Choose + Products Recommendations

Choosing the right baby formula is a big deal for parents because it directly affects the health and well-being of their little ones. Find out how to find the best baby formula for your child’s growth and development.

Incontinence Guide

A Guide to Overflow Incontinence

Managing overflow incontinence requires altering one's lifestyle and using appropriate incontinence products to effectively manage the condition. READ MORE.

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