April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to American College of Physicians Medical Knowledge Self-Assessment Program, one third of the world’s population is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes tuberculosis. The majority of people with tuberculosis have a latent form, and never become sick. According to…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
HIV is a disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus. HIV can be contracted through unprotected sex, contaminated blood or blood products, the sharing of contaminated intravenous needles, and through mother-to-child transmission during childbirth or breast feeding. Early onset HIV…
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Overview Many women make the decision to wait until later in life to have children. In fact, the March of Dimes states that 1 out of 5 women have their first child after the age of thirty-five, and a good…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Headache remedies vary nearly as much as the types and causes of headache itself. Although pain medications, whether over-the-counter or prescription, are at the center of most headache treatments, natural remedies from foods and plants can supplement treatment regimens to…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
If you think your child might be allergic to eggs, you’re not alone, because eggs are one of the most widespread allergy-causing foods in babies and young children, affecting about 1.5 percent. “An egg allergy usually begins when kids are…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases estimates that people in the U.S. have approximately 1 billion colds a year. Sneezing, achiness, sore throat and coughing are common symptoms of a cold. Adults who suffer from the common cold…
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April 29, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Lip wrinkles are caused by a variety of lifestyle and environmental factors on top of the natural aging process. The lips are often ignored when choosing anti-aging treatments and skin products. The delicate skin of the lips is one of…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Bacillary dysentery is a bacteria-induced diarrheal illness primarily caused by four species of Shigella: S. dysenteriae, S. sonnei, S. flexneri and S. boydii. Shigellosis is another term for bacillary dysentery. The infecting bacteria cause an intense inflammatory reaction in the…
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Work out at home and save commuting time and membership fees. Challenge your muscles with toning exercises and follow the U.S. Department of Health & Human Service’s exercise recommendations: perform two weekly strength training sessions to reap the benefits. Muscle…
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April 29, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Planning for a first backpacking trip can seem the equivalent of preparing for battle. For the length of your trip, you’ll carry everything necessary to sustain life and keep you comfortable on your back. Making a list before you go…
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Small glands in the ear canal produce earwax, also called cerumen. The function of earwax is to trap dirt and slow down the growth of bacteria in the ear, according to the Mayo Clinic. Earwax also protects the skin in…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Hodgkin’s disease, also known as Hodgkin’s lymphoma, refers to a cancer affecting the lymphatic system. This system carries fluid containing white blood cells that fight infection. The Mayo Clinic says that symptoms of Hodgkin’s disease include swelling of the lymph…
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Getting babies to sleep well poses challenges for new and veteran parents alike. In certain situations, herbal sleep remedies may help your little one nod off more quickly. As a safety precaution, avoid using herbal sleep remedies in babies under…
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Overview Ideally, a woman’s overall health would be at an optimal level before conception. Good nutrition plays an important role during pregnancy. The body mass index, or BMI, is an important indicator of nutritional status. A BMI outside of the…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Femara (letrozole) is a daily oral medication available in the United States whose purpose is to lower levels of the hormone estrogen in a woman’s body. Femara is prescribed to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women, reports Drugs.com. You should…
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1. Treat Heart Disease Heart pain or angina is due to the lack of oxygen to the heart muscle. Used for years, nitroglycerin is taken for heart pain or angina. If used as prescribed, it can be effective for preventing…
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Belly fat, known as visceral fat, can lead to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke and diabetes. As cited in ScienceDaily.com, Dr. Tongjian You, instructor in geriatric medicine at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, indicates that exercise may…
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All three muscles in your inner thigh, the adductor brevis, adductor longus and adductor magnus, perform more than one movement. The adductor brevis and adductor longus flex your leg at the hip, the adductor magnus extends your leg, and both…
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive and incurable disease that leads to muscle weakness and paralysis. ALS affects a group of cells called motor neurons-these are nerve cells that transmit signals from…
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April 29, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Your hair can get easily damaged by an array of situations and factors, including heated styling appliances, harsh chemical treatments such as hair dyeing, and excessive brushing or combing. Damaged hair typically takes on a lackluster appearance, with poor shine,…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
When a person suffers from an anxiety disorder, it can feel like his body is raging out of control. It makes sense, then, to consider the biological factors underlying anxiety. Biology alone does not explain why anxiety disorders occur. Anxiety…
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April 29, 2015 Weight Management
Overview In 1985, the United States began to use BMI, or body mass index, as a screening tool for obesity. Knowing your BMI allows you to identify if the weight category you fall into may lead to health problems. It…
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April 29, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Once breast cancer is diagnosed, it is staged. Staging is a standardized system of classifying the spread and extent of the cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, the stage of the cancer is the most important factor in…
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Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, has several causes. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include tremors, cold sweats, confusion, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, pounding heart and feelings of hunger and can lead to coma, seizures or, in extreme cases, death. Symptoms of hypoglycemia,…
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April 29, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Walking sticks, also known as trekking poles, provide a number of benefits to people who use them for assistance. Benefits include reduced stress on legs and knees, a better overall workout and preventing the blood from pooling in the hands…
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Back pain affects most people at least once in a lifetime. It’s the most common medical reason to take time off work. According to physiotherapists at the Nicholas Institute of Sports Medicine and Athletic Trauma (NISMAT), exercises that help strengthen…
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April 29, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Bass fishing lures are like the tools you use around the house. Just as a hammer and a screwdriver are designed for different situations, bass lures designed for different times and places. If you assess the type of situation you…
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Visualization–focusing on a series of images within your mind to achieve a positive goal–has been used by humanity since its origins. Easy visualization exercises to reduce stress can be done as independent mental exercises learned from books and CDs, guided…
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April 29, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Acne can affect anyone at any age, and the market is filled with many acne treatments. Consumers can be overwhelmed trying to find an affordable and effective solution for treating acne. But there are also some simple daily methods and…
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After nine months of pregnancy and given birth, exercise may be the last thing on your mind. However, it can help you shed pregnancy weight faster and improve your mood. With your doctor’s permission, you can begin exercising immediately after…
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