Author: Bella

Have you ever experienced burning and itchy eyes? If the answer is yes, then it is very likely that you are one of the millions of people all over the world who suffer from something called dry eye syndrome every single year. Often shortened to just ‘dry eyes’, the syndrome is a condition that affects more than 15 million Americans[1]. In fact, almost half of all adults are predicted to experience dry eyes at some point in their lives, with the more serious and acute cases usually occurring after the age of 50. Something interesting to note is that men…

Most people assume that Botox is a cosmetic treatment used to dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face to give a more youthful appearance. It is, however, a drug with a wider application than as an anti-aging treatment. It is used to medically treat a number of physical conditions. What is Botox? Made from a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, Botox is a drug that is used for cosmetic and medical purposes. It has always sounded pretty scary because it is the same toxin that causes botulism – a life-threatening form of food…

According to the definition provided by WebMD, schizophrenia is a “serious brain disorder that distorts the way a person thinks, acts, expresses emotions, perceives reality, and relates to others”. As you might imagine, this makes it incredibly difficult for a sufferer to function as what is deemed ‘normal’ in society. Behavior in environments like work, school or when socializing with others can be very outside of what is seen as being socially acceptable. Although schizophrenia is a very rare condition – it affects only 0.32 percent of people across the world population [1] – it is also very chronic and…

It is difficult to navigate modern life without a cell phone. What was once a luxury is now a necessity but like any consumer good, it has a cost. Not only do you have to purchase a phone but you also have to sign up to a service. The average cost of a smartphone is $553.52 [1] while a basic plan with talk minutes, texts and data currently averages out at around $114 per month. There are, however, ways to significantly save on cell phone costs. Since December 31st 2021, there are even government programs where you can get cell…

There are many jobs out there where hiring senior staff members is desirable. There are certain jobs where aged wisdom is a benefit, where an older person’s patience pays off, and where a diligent and un-impulsive manner is the most desirable trait. Here are five jobs where employers will happily hire senior citizens fairly promptly. 1. A Security Guard But wait a minute? Doesn’t a security guard have to be an 18stone 6-foot tall man who can bend steel with his frown? Doesn’t he have to be some sort of Mission Impossible bad-ass who can jump through windows and over…

Even though mid-range pickup trucks can all carry much more than half a ton, they are classified as mid-range because they have a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of less than 6,500 pounds.[1] Mid-range pickup trucks bridge the gap between family vehicle and works vehicle. Most are a good version of one while comfortably being able to act as the other. Features run from the most basic workhorse to luxury vehicles that are also great for off-roading. Here’s our rundown of the top 10 most affordable mid-sized trucks for 2022 ranked by average starting price. 1. 2022 Ford Maverick Average starting…