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- The truth about bacon and cancer - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneBy now you may have heard the ground-breaking news – bacon is linked to an increased risk of cancer. Maybe your heart broke a little bit; how can something so delicious be so harmful? But then again, aren’t the best things always the worst for you? There is a lot of information currently ...
Views: 1032 - How your medications could kill you: Prescriptions and adverse drug reactions - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHow is your pill box looking these days? Organized by day and capsule color, or a mixed bag of pharmaceuticals that you sort through and eyeball carefully for morning, noon and night dosages? It all gets to be a bit much some days, but there’s a good reason for your pills. Or so we like to ...
Views: 886 - Your sleeping position affects your brain and overall health - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTossing and turning, getting cocooned by the sheets, or waking up several times during the night because of your partner’s snoring? (“What? You’re kidding – I don’t snore!” is a common response by your better half.) If this happens on a regular basis, you may be sleep-deprived. You’re bound to ...
Views: 1442(1 vote) - Stool test effective for detecting colon cancer - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA stool test has been found to be an effective means in detecting colon cancer according to the latest findings. The test looks for blood in stool and can be conducted on an annual basis. Researchers believe that stool testing is not only effective, but is a safer, more cost-effective mode of ...
Views: 979 - 8 million childhood deaths caused by preventable illnesses - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWorldwide nearly eight million childhood and teen deaths occur by preventable illnesses. Analysis revealed that six million deaths occurred for preventable and treatable conditions such as diarrhea, malaria, and respiratory tract infections. Authors of the Global Burden of Disease Pediatrics ...
Views: 1367 - Key differences between heart attacks in men and women - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2016 from Victor MarchioneExperts stress, there are key differences between heart attacks in men and women, from causes to symptoms, and they can also be more fatal in women. The American Heart Association hopes to raise awareness of these differences to make women aware of heart attack indicators along with different ...
Views: 959 - Brain damage likely from chronic stress and anxiety: Study - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Victor MarchioneBased on the results of an analytical study, scientists from the Rotman Research Institute, a division of Baycrest Health Sciences, caution people that chronic stress and anxiety may lead to an increased risk for developing depression, and even dementia. So what exactly is chronic ...
Views: 1061 - New technology to help detect depression before it starts - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Victor MarchioneScientists from MIT and Harvard have developed a new brain imaging study that can help detect children who have a greater risk of developing depression later in life. In a report which appears in the journal Biological Psychiatry, Prof John Gabrieli, a professor of brain and cognitive ...
Views: 949 - Blood test may predict when antibiotics will be unsuccessful - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Victor MarchioneResearchers are closer to developing a blood test which may be able to distinguish between viral and bacterial infections in turn knowing when antibiotics will be unsuccessful. If completed, this blood test will be able to be conducted in a doctor’s office and the researchers are hopeful that it ...
Views: 829 - Taking medicine by the spoon leads to dosage errors - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2016 from Victor MarchioneMany of us take liquid medications either with a teaspoon or table spoon but a new study has found this contributes to dosage errors. The findings of the study have offered suggestions that rather than using teaspoon or tablespoon as measurements, dosages be changed to milliliters. Previous ...
Views: 897 - Crohn’s Disease and Arthritis: Arthritis as a Symptom of IBD - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2016 from Margaux DiazCrohn's disease, also known as Crohn’s syndrome, is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that may affect any part of gastrointestinal tract. Basically, it’s an inflammation of the colon and small intestine. You shouldn’t confuse IBD with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Inflammatory bowel ...
Views: 1491 - Dealing With a Struggle You Cannot Control - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Marc LernerThis article will give you an alternative perspective in how to deal with a traumatic challenge you cannot control. The basic point is when you don’t have the ability to avoid the challenge, you do have the ability to control how you deal with it. The simple fact of how you approach it ...
Views: 1914 - Why are So Many People Turning To Dental Implants? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2016 from Manjitsingh BhallaThe demand of dental implants is huge over the globe. American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons states “nearly 69% of people aged from 35 to 44 are found to have lost at least their one tooth in accident, dental disease or ageing. The elderly in an age of 74 and above are also ...
Views: 789 - This is “Why” You Can't Get Focused - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyDo you ever have one of those days, maybe weeks, and months even a year: Where nothing is going according to plan, even if you seem to have had a plan? There are interruptions, just what you don’t need, things going wrong. But you are determined that you are going to achieve something for the ...
Views: 2208 - 5 Tips for First-Time Denture Users - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2016 from Anica OaksEven though dentures are detachable teeth, new dentures are still foreign to the mouth. As a result, it normally takes a little while before the dentures feel natural. With their new dentures on, a person experiences a heightened awareness of the teeth. They might feel a little self-conscious as ...
Views: 1157 - 7 Ways to Develop your Leadership and Legacy in the World of Healthcare - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2016 from Lizzie WeakleyThe healthcare industry is a saturated one, with tens of thousands more entering the field every year. With such abounding competition, it can be hard, if not impossible, to achieve a leadership position and build your legacy in the world of healthcare. Here are seven ways to help you become a ...
Views: 882 - How Anti-Inflammatory Diet Works for Chronic Pain in Menopause? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2016 from Margaux DiazIf you are in peri-menopause or already into menopause, chances are high that you could have experienced chronic pains during this period. Joint pains are common among people as they age. You probably would feel some stiffness, aching and swelling around your joints and sometimes you would feel ...
Views: 2424 - How Does Fish Oil Help To Combat Arthritis? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2016 from Sara BistonFish oil has so many health solutions whereby you need not see a doctor for prescription. Fish is expensive hence needs you to sacrifice some cash for health benefits. For those individuals who live around the origin of fish i.e. near the lakes and oceans there are so privileged since the fish ...
Views: 1584 - Fibromyalgia and sleep disorders: Link between sleep apnea, insomnia and restless legs syndrome - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneFibromyalgia is linked with sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia and restless legs syndrome. Fibromyalgia is a condition where a person experiences all-over pain and stiffness, from the joints to the muscles. Fibromyalgia can also lead to sleep disorders due to patients being unable to ...
Views: 1127 - Prevent norovirus infection (stomach flu) from ruining your Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneThe norovirus (stomach flu) can really put a damper on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the holiday season, so the best way to avoid it is through prevention methods. The norovirus can occur at any time of the year, but the most outbreaks tend to occur in the winter months – especially around ...
Views: 918 - Rheumatoid arthritis, other arthritis increases dry eyes, glaucoma, cataracts risk - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneRheumatoid arthritis (RA) can increase the risk of dry eyes, glaucoma and cataracts. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the joints causing inflammation and pain. Aside from affecting joints, rheumatoid arthritis can also affect the eyes as well. Due ...
Views: 987 - Is this popular medication causing your joint pain? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneMedications are intended to make us better. We go to see our doctor, we explain our symptoms, and they offer a diagnosis and a medication in hopes of fixing the problem. Some of us take medications temporarily, but many of us take medications for a chronic condition like diabetes. Recently, a ...
Views: 1144 - Energize Your Morning Routine - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Maria Khalife“The secret of your future is hidden in your daily routine.” ~ Mike Murdock Many people tell me that they don’t have any time to themselves. It’s no wonder. Mother’s in particular have busy, challenging schedules. But here’s an idea to find one full hour just for yourself. No matter how much ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - Flourishing Woman: 4 Health Checkups All Women Need - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Anica OaksFor a woman, it often seems like they have to go to a slew of doctors for each part of their body. While you're glowering at your husband and his one doctor, remember how important it is to take care of yourself, and that includes every system in your body. If you've been avoiding your doctors, ...
Views: 1163 - Is Alkaline Diet Good for Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Margaux DiazIf you are asking yourself whether alkaline diet if good for weight loss, you are not alone. Many people who want to lose weight ask the same question. With alkaline diet, weight loss is made easier. The journey to lose some extra pounds is actually a journey to be healthier. Alkalizing for ...
Views: 3130 - Discharging A Patient: How To Do It Right? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2015 from Rabia TanveerStaying at a hospital or medical facility can be an overwhelming experience for patients and their families. The discharge of a patient, whether it is to home, a rehab facility, a hospice or a nursing home, should be handled with care. Improvement in the quality and process of discharging will ...
Views: 1213 - Is Gluten a Boogeyman? 4 Reasons Why Gluten is Great (for Most People) - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2015 from Anica OaksGluten is one of those often misunderstood chemicals that most foods have. Many people view it as one of the worst things in the world, but the truth is that it can be really good. The people who should avoid gluten are those with gluten allergies or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Let's ...
Views: 1265 - Important Things to Think about When Choosing your Los Angeles Nursing School - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2015 from Pocket WatchesA degree in Nursing can land you a promising job that can shoot off your medical career. Nurses are always in need, and that need is not limited to Los Angeles. You can find plenty of jobs even outside of the USA, especially if you were a graduate of a prestigious Los Angeles nursing school. ...
Views: 743 - Fibromyalgia associated with stress, anxiety and depression risk - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneFibromyalgia is associated with a higher risk of stress, anxiety and depression. Aside from being a physical disease – patients with fibromyalgia live with chronic pain – fibromyalgia is also very much a psychological disease and is closely associated with stress and depression. Although much ...
Views: 1213 - Know more about Anal Fistula - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2018 from Ashwin porwalFistula is a small channel that develops between the end of the bowel and the skin around the anus. Causes 1) Abscess 2) Malignancy in rectum 3) Complication of previous surgery 4) Infections Symptoms 1) Boil near rectum with extreme pain 2) Fever 3) Swelling and tenderness 4) Pus ...
Views: 923 - What is a Healthy Diet - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2015 from Evan BornemanEating healthy is easy, as long as you know what eating healthy means. It isn’t just about what you eat but also about how you eat, when you eat, where you eat, and why you eat. Each of these facets is significant to your diet and will affect your overall health. Let’s cover the basics before we ...
Views: 2077 - How To Lose Weight – It’s Just a Whole Lot of Hot Air - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2015 from George VlismasFinally, your hard work has paid off. Those hours in the gym - the sweat, the soreness, the shortness of breath, the dieting – it’s all come together, you’ve got there. You’ve reached your ideal weight. And it’s been worth it. You’ve made those long-term, healthy life choices with healthy eating ...
Views: 1099 - GLAUCOMA WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from ononaye ufuomaIn today's post I will be talking basically on a group of eye diseases called GLAUCOMA ..in order to have a clear understanding of this topic I will be answering frequently asked questions on the topic Glaucoma.. WHAT IS GLAUCOMA ? IT is a group of eye diseases that can damage the eye's ...
Views: 571 - Whether It is for Spiritual Reasons or Not, Kosher Diet is Extremely Healthy - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2015 from Lisa BakerMany people eat a Kosher diet because of spiritual reasons and religious beliefs, and many people follow this age-old diet because of its health benefits. Regardless of your reason to do so, or consider to do so, let’s take a look at what Kosher food is. “Kosher” is an English term applied ...
Views: 1105 - Grow up Strong: 4 Keys to Raising Healthy Children - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Anica OaksYou want to do the best you can for your children so they can grow up healthy and strong. They depend on you to teach them the right things to do to have a wonderful life. Being sure children learn healthy habits early and continue them throughout their childhood will give them a strong ...
Views: 1325 - 4 Eye Conditions You Can Fix with Surgery - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Anica OaksVision stands as one of the most important of the senses humans possess. Without clear vision, things become cloudy, blurry, and dark. As people lose their sense of sight, they find it virtually impossible to do many of the things they used to do. Activities like reading small print, viewing the ...
Views: 958 - How Dental Health Can Influence Your Child's Overall Wellness - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Anica OaksOral health is not simply limited to the mouth. Surprisingly, oral health can ultimately affect one’s overall health, even for children. While overall health problems may or may not show up immediately in children, it is vital for parents to practice and encourage great oral habits to limit ...
Views: 919 - Mosquito Bite Allergy - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2015 from Brian WuMost everyone is familiar with the itchy, red bumps commonly associated with a mosquito bite. For those who have an allergy to them, these bites can go from a minor annoyance to something much more serious. Most mosquito bites occur at either dusk or dawn. This is when mosquitoes are most ...
Views: 1162 - Tips to Prevent Constantly Being Ill During Cold Season - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Brian WuCold season comes around every year, and while some people make it through the season with minimal illness others are sick constantly. The common cold is not a serious condition and does not cause health complications, but it can be mentally and physically wearing to constantly suffer from cold ...
Views: 930 - 4 Common Health Conditions in Newborns - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Brian WuWelcoming a new baby to the family is something most parents joyously look forward to. But raising a newborn can be challenging, and there are several health conditions that parents should be aware of during the first weeks and months of an infant’s life. Small babies often have a distended ...
Views: 1010 - 4 tips to manage calorie consumption - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Kevin RobertsonLiving a healthy lifestyle doesn't have to mean all or nothing when it comes to your favourite foods and drinks. Whether your goal is weight loss, training for a sporting event or just becoming more health conscious, there are simple things you can do to better manage your calories. Food and ...
Views: 1130 - Types of Transplantation in Bone Marrow - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2015 from Yusuf SidiBone Marrow Transplant Bone marrow is a soft, fatty tissue inside your bones that produces blood cells. Stem cells are immature cells in bone marrow that gives rise to different blood cells. Various diseases such as blood cancer, anemia and some genetic diseases can be treated by bone marrow ...
Views: 651 - The Difference between a Cold and the Flu - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Brian WuWhile a cold and influenza, commonly called the flu, are both caused by viruses and cause respiratory illness, the flu is typically much more severe than a common cold. Both illnesses share some symptoms, so it can be difficult for a person to determine whether he or she is suffering from a cold ...
Views: 967 - My Ear Health and Safety Experience In South Africa Compared to The UK - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2015 from Suzanne ZachariaThis article is based upon my experience in South Africa compared to the UK. I know the South African authorities are overwhelmed by work and quick to respond, so it is not a criticism of the authorities but of the careless people who impose dangerous noise upon others. I know what 140 ...
Views: 1561 - Health - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2015 from Awnish Todi“Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account.” By- Anne Wilson Schaef According to WHO - Health is defined as “a state of complete physical, mental and ...
Views: 1218 - Massage Classes For The New Therapist - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2015 from Pocket WatchesIf you are looking for a new and interesting field to get into, you should seriously consider becoming a massage therapist. It is a career move that will enable you to do something important and meaningful. Massage therapy helps many people deal with excessive stress. It can also be used for ...
Views: 797 - 4 reasons why you’re not ‘in the mood’ - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneAs we age it may start to seem like intimacy is a thing for the younger generation. Maybe you’ve been married for years and the spark is beginning to fade. Maybe you’re just too tired or too achy to have the get-up-and-go you once had. There are many reasons why we simply don’t feel in the mood, ...
Views: 1474 - Midlife obesity increases Alzheimer’s disease risk - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneJust in case you need another reason to watch your waistline, researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), provide you with a compelling one; new research says midlife obesity may influence not only the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but how early it will develop as ...
Views: 1226 - Rheumatoid arthritis breakthrough: Gene regulating severity of tissue damage identified - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneRecently, there was a scientific breakthrough on the diagnosis ofrheumatoid arthritis (RA); a team of researches uncovered a protein that helps regulate the severity of tissue damage caused by RA. This discovery is going to provide a quicker and earlier diagnosis for patients who would ...
Views: 1074 - Earbuds can cause hearing loss in the long run - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe great musician Bob Marley once said, “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” While Bob is right, if you let music hit you too hard, it can lead to a lot more than pain. Doctors worry that the steady onslaught of booming music, especially through earbuds, can ...
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