Where Can I Get a Home Test for a UTI?

A wooden artist's mannequin sitting on a white toilet in a small bathroom, symbolizing the discomfort and frequent urination associated with urinary tract infections. This illustrative image represents the common symptoms of UTIs that home test kits can help identify. Zoom Health's UTI home testing solutions offer convenient, private screening for cystitis and urinary infections, helping individuals quickly determine if they need to seek medical treatment.

A urinary tract infection (UTI), as it sounds, is an infection of your urinary tract. Your body eliminates excess water and waste via the urinary tract. It is also known as a water infection. A UTI is a result of bacteria, however, it can also be caused by viruses and fungi. The body’s immune system … Read more

Nut Allergy: How to Keep Your Child Safe

Overhead view of cashew nuts in a bright yellow bowl against a soft purple background, visually representing common food allergens discussed in Zoom Health's guide on managing children's nut allergies. This image illustrates one of the nut types parents need to be vigilant about, as mentioned in our practical safety tips for families navigating life with nut allergies, part of Zoom Health's commitment to supporting family wellbeing through education and home health solutions.

Living with a nut allergy poses daily struggles, especially for children. Reactions can vary dramatically from person to person, and even for the same person over time. In severe cases, exposure can trigger anaphylaxis — a sudden and rapidly escalating allergic response that can be fatal if not treated swiftly. As a parent, arming yourself … Read more

TENS Machines: A Revolutionary Solution for Pain Management

TENS Machines: A Revolutionary Solution for Pain Management

In recent years, Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) machines have become increasingly popular among people from all age groups as an effective way to manage pain. These small, portable devices use electrical currents to stimulate muscles and nerves, providing targeted pain relief. They provide a great alternative to medication for instant pain relief. So how … Read more

Patchouli Oil: Fight Depression and Swelling

Patchouli Oil: Fight Depression and Swelling

What Is It? Patchouli oil has a strong smell. It comes from a bushy plant that grows in Asia. The plant has small pink flowers. For hundreds of years, people have used it in scents and oils. The Science Behind Patchouli Oil Patchouli oil gets its power from natural chemicals. These include alpha bulnesene, beta … Read more

8 Benefits and Uses of Black Pepper Oil

Black Pepper Essential Oil (Piper Nigrum) 10ml

Black pepper is one of the most common spices in the world. Many people use it in cooking, but it has also been used as medicine for thousands of years. Black pepper oil has many health benefits that people are still learning about. Let’s look at what we know so far. What is Black Pepper … Read more