physical health

So..here i am getting ready...2 weeks away from departure and start having some breathing problems. I get a chest xray and o and behold..enlarged heart..now I got three months of treatment..My daughter already lost her mother..can't go out on her

Is anyone else really concerned about their mental health? Lately I've been feeling like i'm starting to lose my mind and I don't know what to do about it. I know if I were to go to a doctor they would just prescribe some type of antidepressant and even if they helped, I don't see it as a way of...

duz anyone else get a weak tingly feeling in their limbs? i been vegetarian for years and i hav a shit diet and my doc says i need more protein and fiber, but how do all these hardcore motherfuckers make it being vegetarian or vegan wi no cash and getn fucked up all the time? iv been able to do...

I was wondering what on the road healthcare resources, strategies etc. yall use? I recently ran into a book called "where there is no doctor" put out by the Hesperian Foundation. Its a healthcare book based around the premise that there are no medical facilities the area and was designed for...

What is so wrong about a national health care system? In other nations,health care is considered a right of citizenship.In this country it is a privilege.Those who cannot afford insurance,or cannot pay in cash,can only expect mediocre and indifferent treatment.Any one doubting this should pay a...

Being alone = independence, but are you personally able to be happy while on the road by yourself for long periods of time? How do you deal with being alone? Don't forget stupid things like having a stuffed animal ;)

First and foremost, we are not completely certain that she is pregnant yet. Nor are we traveling (I'm on 36 months of probation, so I can't be doing a bunch of that. For now, sadly.). But I'm looking for some tips from some of the mothers here or people otherwise knowledgeable about the subject...

Opinions/stories? It's been getting worse over the years. I got caught by security and kicked out today, they had checkpoints everywhere and people patrolling around in golf carts asking to see wrist bands and shit. What is this madness?

Well isn't this interesting. As a Matter of Opinion: Bird Poop Facial Anyone? Sperm? Snail Secretion?

I recently remembered this super list of mental health related links. anything from rape to sex abuse, to depression to sleep disorders you can find it all here! WE R NOT ALONE - OTEP - THE LEGION I hope this helps! :)

Thought i would start a thread about keeping your bones healthy. I could not find much on here about this topic. Any thoughts on how to keep your back, and major joints up and runnin while on the road?

It seems that almost every time I settle into a new pair of boots, the blister demon pays me a visit with his instruments of pain and discomfort. Today I went out and got some good waterproofing compound for my new (slightly used) boots. The compound has a two fold use, as it also softens the...

As I've noticed there are some very knowledgeable people on this forum...does anyone know of any simple/herbal remedies for mild kidney problems? My kidney function isn't so great. The doctor said that drinking plenty of water (check) and a low protein diet (check) are beneficial to kidney...

Once again giving the work to the masses, Capitalism will soon be run of 100% free labor . Some of you may enjoy getting angry over this. The White House - Blog Post - Facts Are Stubborn Things Im refering to the section below the video clip that reads: "There is a lot of disinformation...

Good books on diy health/dental Any one ever check out the Hesperian Foundation? I like their books they are easy to read, free, and are available in many languages. My personal favorites are Where There Is no Doctor and Where There Is No Dentist. Anybody have books they would recommend...

Many of us have pets more dogs than anythign else.I myself have a dog and wanna know if anyone has any tip for me to keep him tip top shape.Since I am mostly homless unless im visiting my folks.And can't really afford check-ups all the time.Is there anything I should buy/steal for him..my dog is...