As sustainable living and renewable energy sources come increasingly into vogue, solar energy is at the top of most lists for achieving a green energy lifestyle. While not all geo-locations can take advantage of wind or water power, most locations…
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An inflamed prostate–a condition also referred to as prostatitis–can occur for a number of reasons, including bacterial infection or cancer. Inflamed prostate symptoms are most common among young and middle-aged men, explain health professionals with the National Kidney and Urologic…
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Bile duct cancer is an uncommon disease. The exact causes of bile duct cancer are not known with any certainty, states the American Cancer Society, but changes in the genetic makeup of the cancer cells are being studied for clues…
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In 2007, the United States derived just 8 percent of the electricity needed to power the products you buy from renewable sources, according to the Pew Research Center. Governmental policies and programs are helping to boost that number every year,…
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After a physician has diagnosed ovarian cancer, he categorizes it according to stage. Staging is the classification of the spread of the cancer based on standardized guidelines. Staging guides treatment planning and helps to define prognosis. Ovarian cancer is staged…
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Breast cancer is a progressive and life-threatening disease characterized by a series of stages of tumor development. Early stages of breast cancer involve the growth of a tumor within the breast, with cancer cells that begin to invade the lymph…
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Several types of skin cancers exist, but the most common type is basal cell carcinoma, which is caused by over-exposure to the sun. Other types of skin cancer include squamous cell carcinoma, malignant melanoma, and Kaposi’s sarcoma, which is caused…
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The National Cancer Institute reports that 1,479,350 new cases of cancer were diagnosed in 2009, and cancer caused 562,340 deaths in the United States that year. Cancer is commonly treated by a combination of therapies that may include chemotherapy, the…
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1. Understand Ethnic Risk Factors While no known lifestyle modifications can help you prevent or avoid Kaposi’s sarcoma with any degree of certainty, it helps if you know whether or not you’re at increased risk for developing this rare form…
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Cancers of the brain and nervous system are rare but very serious as they have a poor prognosis. The majority of brain cancer cases cannot be explained by any specific underlying medical or genetic conditions, environmental factors or behaviors. A…
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Overview Breast cancer awareness means knowing risk factors, detection methods, symptoms and how to examine yourself. It also means educating yourself by seeking out reliable sources of information about breast cancer. Fortunately, the increase of breast cancer awareness has led…
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Each year, over 200,000 men in the United States are diagnosed with prostate cancer, reports the Association for International Cancer Research (AICR). Men over the age of 50 are at the highest risk of developing prostate cancer. Unfortunately, many patients…
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Cervical dysplasia describes the abnormal growth of cells on the surface of the cervix that indicates either precancerous or cancerous cells. Cervical dysplasia often produces no symptoms at all, and a Pap smear usually detects the condition. Reasons for the…
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1. Turn to Radiation Treatment as a First Line of Defense Your doctor will probably turn to radiation therapy before any other treatment, as all known forms of Kaposi’s sarcoma respond to these treatments. Radiation therapy can work wonders if…
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The thyroid gland is responsible for producing hormones vital to regulating the body’s metabolism. An enlarged thyroid usually indicates an over- or under-production of these hormones. There are a variety of underlying reasons for thyroid gland enlargement, including autoimmune diseases…
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Breast exam methods depend on a doctor’s recommendation and also include age, risk factors and prior involvement with breast cancer. Breast exams detect and evaluate changes in the breasts and the detection of breast cancer in its early stages, greatly…
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The most common type of kidney tumor in America is a renal cell carcinoma, and the number of cases has been increasing. As of 2007, there were approximately 51,000 cases and 8,000 deaths every year from renal cancer, according to…
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The human digestive system consists of a series of hollow organs that function to break down large particles of food into small molecules. The mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum and anus form the complete digestive tract with…
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The Arizona Beverage Company markets its green tea products as a healthful drink, promising that it contains only 100 percent natural ingredients with no artificial colors, preservatives or flavors. Several of its ingredients, such as ginseng additives, may have beneficial…
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The largest and most accessible organ in the human body, skin is vulnerable to a variety of influences that can lead to disease. Some skin diseases are predetermined by an individual’s genetic inheritance. Others can be caused by exposure to…
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The breasts are hormonally-responsive organs that support lactation and breastfeeding after pregnancy. Breast development involves a number of carefully choreographed cycles of breast cell growth and maturation, which are governed by a number of factors within the body. When breast…
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1. Cosmetic Improvements to Consider The lesions associated with the classic form of Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS) primarily affect the arms, hands, legs and feet. While they’re normally painless–except when they grow so large that they put pressure on your blood…
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Breast cancer, a cancer that forms from the ducts, lobules or nipple of the breast, is an extremely prevalent disease. The National Cancer Institute reports that almost 195,000 new cases of breast cancer were diagnosed in the United States in…
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This is certainly a monumental time in cancer care, prevention, and survivorship. Four former United States Surgeons General and Lance Armstrong announced the National Call to Action (NCTA) on Cancer Prevention and Survivorship in Washington, DC on July 23, 2008….
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Sun causes melanoma skin cancer. Sun protects you against melanoma skin cancer. Which is correct? Read on to find out. “Does sun exposure cause melanoma?” This is a hot, controversial issue in dermatology right now, and I am going to…
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Up to 9 lbs. of skin hang on the human frame, according to Medline. The skin is the body’s largest organ and its first line of defense against infection. This protective barrier is valued for its aesthetic beauty, and billions…
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Overview When ovarian cancer is diagnosed, it is staged. Staging involves using a standardized classification to describe the spread and extent of a cancer. This helps to guide treatment options and prognosis. For ovarian cancer, stages range from Stage I,…
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White blood cells help the body fight infections. The Mayo Clinic indicates that the normal range for a white blood cell count often varies. However, a count below 3,500 per microliter of blood may elicit further evaluation from your physician….
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All cancer survivors may not be familiar with the term aftereffects. Aftereffects are the physical, emotional or practical issues that continue after treatment or begin later in life. Health care providers may be so focused on helping patients get through…
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Blood platelets are irregular-shaped bodies in the blood that form clots when needed to prevent excessive bleeding. The Franklin Institute states that when the body starts bleeding, blood platelets, along with vitamin K, the mineral calcium and a protein called…
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