How Does Blood Clot?
Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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Dangers of getting too Close to Online Friends
October 29, 2013 Friends and Peers
Meeting new people via the Internet is exciting and it can turn into great friendships, but there is always the darker side of meeting online. Some people online will not truly tell you who they are. This could be for…
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What to do when a Friend is Depressed
October 29, 2013 Friends and Peers
When a friend is hurting and obviously going through a bad time, the natural impulse is to cheer them up and lighten the mood. In some cases this works but in others, when depression is the culprit, longer reaching methods…
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Teen Advice how to tell if You’re Street Smart
October 29, 2013 Friends and Peers
Being street smart and being book smart are two entirely different theories. While you may be a genius in the classroom , your social awareness may be lacking. Then again you may find out you’re more street savvy than book…
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Gallbladder Removal Complications
Just a decade ago, most gallbladder removal surgeries required five- to eight-inch abdominal incisions and a six-week recovery period. Today, around 80 percent of gallbladder surgeries, known as cholecystectomies, are done laparoscopically, through several very small incisions, the Comprehensive Center…
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What Is Benign Fibrocystic Disease?
Overview Fibrocystic changes (FCCs) in the female breast are an extremely common occurrence. Estimates suggest that one-third of women between the ages of 20 and 45 years will develop this problem. FCCs are benign, meaning non-cancerous, and with rare exception…
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Kegel Techniques
October 29, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
In 1948, Dr. Arnold Kegel developed exercises to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor particularly for women after going through childbirth. Today, these exercises are still a staple for the pregnant and postpartum woman but are also recommended for…
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What Are the Effects of Substance Abuse During Pregnancy?
Women who abuse drugs during pregnancy face increased risks for many different problems for both themselves and their babies. Four of the most common complications associated with substance abuse are miscarriage, fetal growth restriction, preterm delivery and birth defects. With…
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Teen Advice how to Resist Bullying
October 29, 2013 Friends and Peers
The most extreme form of bullying occurred at Columbine High School on Tuesday, April 20, 1999, in Jefferson County, Colorado. Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold murdered 12 students, a teacher and wounded 24 other before committing suicide .In May, 2002,…
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5 Ways to Find Help for Bulimia
1. Talk to Your Doctor Family doctors are trained to deal with a wide range of illnesses, including psychological illnesses. If you or one of your family members has symptoms of bulimia, schedule an appointment with your doctor. He should…
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Study Women Turned off by Stressed Men
Men with high levels of testosterone might attract women who want a sexy hunk to enjoy, but when those hunks of manliness get stressed out, their babes suddenly get second thoughts. Women who have the biological urge to get intimately…
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3 Ways to Make Home Remedies for the Common Cold
1. Concoct the Perfect Bowl of Chicken Soup Chicken soup is the most popular home remedy for a cold. Studies have shown that the zinc in chicken can help with the symptoms of a cold. While you can buy canned…
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Causes of Neuropathy
Neuropathy, a condition in which the nerves are damaged, affects the three types of nerves in the body: sensory, motor and autonomic nerves. For example, damage to the sensory nerves alters the patient’s ability to feel changes in temperature. When…
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South Beach Diet Phase One Meal Ideas
October 29, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
The South Beach Diet is based on the premise that fat is caused by bad carbohydrates. According to “The South Beach Diet” author Arthur Agatston, bad carbohydrates lack fiber, are highly processed, and are often founds in breads and snacks….
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Hypothyroid Disease Symptoms
Hypothyroidism is an endocrine disease characterized by decreased thyroid function. It can affect almost all organ systems and can often present with vague symptoms, making diagnosis tricky. It can result from a variety of causes, including previous thyroid surgery, autoimmune…
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Ways to Communicate with a Partner who is an Introvert
October 29, 2013 Communication
Interacting with an introvert is not as challenging as you might think. Firstly, it’s important to clear up any misconceptions about introverts; any possible ideas that introverts are shy and antisocial need to be discarded. Introversion is defined as the…
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Allergies or Asthma
Overview Even though allergies and asthma are separate health issues, their symptoms can overlap. To make matters more confusing, sometimes allergies can trigger asthma attacks, too. Defined as “allergic asthma,” this condition currently affects over 2.5 million children in the…
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Benefits of Quitting Smoking in Pregnancy
Smokers are familiar with the Surgeon General’s warnings printed on the sides of cigarette cartons: “Tobacco Use Increases the Risk of Infertility, Stillbirth and Low Birth Weight.” The dangers of smoking during pregnancy are well established, and a mother can…
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Blood Transfusion Risks
Blood transfusion risks range from mild to severe reactions. Some occur infrequently, while others are more common. Some occur within minutes, and others can take weeks to manifest. Risks depend, in part, on the blood product being transfused. Blood products…
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How to get a Social Life when you Work from Home
October 29, 2013 Friends and Peers
For those people that work from home, you know the awesome advantages afforded to you over those who work outside their home. For example if you are a writer, you can work in your lounge pants and T-shirt with bed…
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Polo Tips
Water polo is a team sport played in a swimming pool. There are six players per team in the field and one goalkeeper. The game is similar to basketball in that all players (besides the goalkeeper) move from end to…
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Atrial Fibrillation Treatments
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm in which the heart quivers instead of beating regularly. This occurs because the command center of the heart fails to coordinate activity with the pumping center. People may thus experience tiredness or the…
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Chronic Shoulder Girdle Posture Exercises
Good posture improves blood circulation, energy levels, muscle tone and breathing. The shoulder girdle aligns with the spine and pelvis bones and is very important in correct posture. It is also referred to as the pectoral girdle and consists of…
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What Are the Causes of Impotence in Men?
Male impotence is characterized by an inability to maintain an erection well enough to engage in sexual intercourse. It is also called erectile dysfunction. Impotence has many causes and is more common in older men. It is not, however, a…
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Information on Heartburn During Pregnancy
Overview Heartburn, also referred to as acid reflux, is a common side effect of pregnancy. Some heartburn sufferers have experienced the pain of acid reflux before, while many other women experience heartburn symptoms for the first time while they are…
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3 Ways to Treat Erectile Dysfunction
October 29, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
1. Pharmaceutical Assistance From Impotence Drugs There are several prescription medications, such as Viagra or Revatio (branded versions of the drug sildenafil citrate), available on the market to treat erectile dysfunction. While they offer a temporary fix for the problem,…
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What Are the Causes of Infant Botulism?
Infant botulism is a rare illness, occurring fewer than 100 times per year in the United States, says KidsHealth.org. Infants are more susceptible to the illness because of an immature immune system. Symptoms of botulism develop between three and 30…
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Infant Sleep Difficulties
October 29, 2013 Children's Health
After babies are born, their patterns of sleep include sleeping through most of the day. According to the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford, newborns usually need about 16 hours of sleep per day. As they get older, they sleep…
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Teen Advice how to tell if You’re Street Smart
October 29, 2013 Friends and Peers
Street smarts tend to be far more valuable than book smarts in how knowledge is applied. In a sense it can constitute wisdom. Keep in mind that wisdom and knowledge are two different things. Knowledge means that you know a…
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What Are the Different Stages of Pregnancy?
October 29, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Being pregnant is one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life. There are many changes that occur during the 40 weeks of pregnancy. The 40 weeks are broken into the first trimester, second trimester and third trimester. The…
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Exercises for Better Breathing
Although breathing is a natural process, the Discovery Health website explains that many people do not understand how doing it improperly affects their lives. “Breathing incorrectly can produce tension, exhaustion and vocal strain, interfere with athletic activity and encourage aches…
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