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Men’s Health Week Motivation

Posted on: June 9th, 2015 by Medi-RentsBlogger

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June 15-21 is Men’s Health Week and today Medi-Rents is bringing you relevant information about men’s health and what you can do to improve your health during this week. Get moving this week to work towards a healthier lifestyle and today’s blog will show you how to do so.

Men’s Health Week Motivation-

Sleep– What’s better than a good night’s sleep? Getting enough sleep is important to your overall health because it provides energy for the next day. Sleep is one of the most important aspects to living a healthy life and if you don’t get enough, it’s a detriment to your health. Insufficient amount of sleep is directly correlated with a number of chronic diseases, including some cancers. Aim for at least 7 hours or more each night to have enough energy the next day.

Exercise– Performing exercises on a daily basis doesn’t need to happen at the gym, you can exercise anywhere. Any physical activity is good to getting your blood pumping and metabolism moving, which can aid in weight loss. Jog around the neighborhood, play fetch with your dog or do some yard work for physical activity. Aim to get in at least 30 minutes of physical activity each day. If you can get to the gym for exercise, great. If not, plan physical activity into your daily routines to keep your health moving forward.

Tame Stress– Stress can heighten your risk for many health issues, so if you can find a way to tame the stress, your health will be better off. Find ways to cope with your stress, whether it’s through exercise or meditation, taming your stress can keep you healthy.

Visit the Doctor– As age increases, so does your risk for different chronic diseases. A yearly checkup is important to lowering your risk for health problems.

Medi-Rents wishes you a happy Men’s Health Week this June and we encourage you to get motivated! Contact us today to learn about our products and therapies.

 

Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer with Medi-Rents and Sales

Posted on: September 20th, 2014 by Medi-RentsBlogger
Prostate cancer is a serious cancer and we want to give you important information.

Prostate cancer is a serious cancer and we want to give you important information.

Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer among men behind skin cancer. Prostate cancer can be effectively treated and cured if taken care of if caught in time. With more than 2 million men in the United States considered survivors of prostate cancer, it is important to highlight the signs and symptoms of the cancer.

September is prostate cancer awareness month and Medi-Rents and Sales has important facts and figures for you to pay attention to. Cancer is not always a subject people want to talk about, but it is vital to saving lives.

You may be wondering who is at risk for the cancer, what are the signs and symptoms, or if you are at an increased risk for having prostate cancer.

Risk factors for prostate cancer:

  • Older age is a risk factor because the possibility of prostate cancer increases once men reach the age of 65.
  • Family history puts you at higher risk for the cancer. If a man in your family has had prostate cancer or if there is a history of breast cancer, we encourage you to get checked.
  • Obesity. Men with extra weight are more likely because the disease is more advanced with and it progresses more quickly.

Signs and symptoms of prostate cancer:

  • Frequent urination, especially during the night.
  • Pain or burning sensation while urinating.
  • Difficulty in having an erection.
  • Problems with holding back urine or not being able to urinate.
  • Blood in urine or semen.
  • Painful ejaculation.
  • Discomfort in the pelvic area or aching bones.

Although these symptoms may seem embarrassing to talk about with another person, it is important to do so. Speak with your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms or signs. Prostate cancer is a curable disease if you are aware of the signs and symptoms associated with it. If you are living with prostate cancer, come to Medi-Rents and Sales for your medical supply needs.

How Pets Can Benefit Your Health

Posted on: August 18th, 2014 by Medi-RentsBlogger
Learn how a pet can benefit your health.

Learn how a pet can benefit your health.

Let’s face it, we are all suckers for a cute dog or cat while on a walk or at a friend’s house. Medi-Rents wants you to know that there are benefits to owning a pet during a health crisis or dealing with a chronic disease.  From having a companion to an animal trained to grab attention if something is going wrong, they are a great friend to have around during hard times.

Sometime in your life you have either had a pet or been around someone else’s.  They’re cute, cuddly, and fun to be around.  Owning one has a lot of responsibility to go along with it.  With any pet comes the routine of feeding, bathing, taking them outside for the bathroom or a walk and picking up after them.  What if pets could be beneficial to you and your health?

Dogs are used in multiple situations to assist someone with a medical condition. Service dogs help people who live with different types of disabilities like hearing impairment and visual impairments.  In case you drop your wallet or cane, they are specially trained to get things and bring them to you. Dogs, as well as other pets, help brighten people’s day and do activities with them like petting, walking or feeding them. Pets are a great support system for older people and it allows the person and the pet to stay active. Pets are used for therapy in nursing homes and senior care facilities.

Here are some more great reasons why pets are great for your health:

  • Lower blood pressure
  • Fewer trips to the doctor – 21% less than people who don’t own pets
  • Less depression
  • Easier to make friends
  • Seniors become more active – perfect way of exercise!
  • Pets are friends
  • Pets ease loss
  • Pets fight loneliness
  • Owners take better care of themselves
  • Sense of security – someone they trust is always around

Although Medi-Rents does not offer service dogs, we do encourage you to look into getting a pet if you are financially, physically, and mentally able to take care of one. The benefits are great and helpful for many different reasons. If you have questions about our products and services, contact us today.

The Biggest Threats to a Man’s Health

Posted on: June 12th, 2013 by Medi-RentsBlogger

Men’s Health Week is celebrated each year as the week leading up to and including Father’s Day June 10-16. This week draws attention to many of men's health threatsthe unique health issues that men experience. Medi-Rent and Sales wants to make men and the people that care about them more aware of these problems and open a dialogue about keeping men healthy and around longer.

Did you know that on average, men in the United States live more than five years less than women?  What is causing men to die younger? Some of the major factors include:

Heart disease- Heart disease is the leading men’s health threat.

Cancer- One and one-half times more men than woman die from cancer. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death for males. Lung cancer alone kills two and one-half times more men than woman.

Accidents – Men are more than one and one-half times as likely to die from accidental deaths. Accidents are the number one cause of death for males under age 44. Men are also 5 times as likely to drown as women.

Diabetes- Nearly one and one-half times more men than women also die from diabetes. Most of the deaths are attributed to Type 2 diabetes and the harmful affects it has on a person’s health.

Stroke -Although more women overall die from strokes, men are more likely to die at a younger age than women. Death rate for stokes in 2006 were almost 42 percent of white men and a staggering 68 percent of black/African American men.

Homicide – Overall,men are victims in 4 out of 5 homicides. African American men are victims 7 times more often than white men.

Cirrhosis- Or chronic liver disease, kills two and one-half times more men than women every year.

Medi-Rents and Sales cannot help you solve all of these problems, but we can offer medical equipment that can help men manage some of their health issues. From sleep apnea treatments to nutritional supplements, see us today.