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05th October 2009
Most of us have heard of the importance of air purifiers in the home. No matter how much you clean, there is always something floating in the air. Toxins from cleaners, air fresheners, aerosol spray bottles, pet dander, dust, mold, etc. But what if you... Read >
Author: wbdoyle01st October 2009
Clearly, being many feet under water for an extended period of time is not something humans were designed to do. But the art of scuba diving has opened up the possibilities – allowing us to journey where we were previously unable to explore. Of course, ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle30th August 2009
White patches or Vitiligo, in this the special skin cells (melanocytes) as well as the tissues (mucous membranes) that line the inside of the mouth, nose, genital and rectal areas, and the retina of the eyes are destroyed. White patches of skin emerge on ... Read >
Author: steven marks01st August 2009
How much do we know about this new A-H1N1 virus? Actually we do not know the severeness of this new virus to us. But it is always safe to take precautionary measures. Do we have medicines that treat this type of infection?
Centers for Disease Control o... Read >
Author: Orly Racelis31st July 2009
When out to dinner with my family recently, I told my sons they might not want to order the pulled pork. My reasoning for this was that I had already planned to serve it for the next night’s dinner; however, my older son misunderstood me. He shot me a d... Read >
Author: Elle Wood20th July 2009
While many people associate the risks of tobacco with smoking, it is a fact that there are also health issues that arise from the use of smokeless tobacco. Smokeless tobacco includes chewing tobacco as well as snuff. The ingredients could be deadlyAs with... Read >
Author: tim bock23rd June 2009
Cold sore is a very annoying condition that could annoy you for life. It is a viral infection caused by Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1). Once you get infected by the virus, it will stay inactive in your body and once triggered another outbreak will ha... Read >
Author: Gerry Restrivera23rd June 2009
Dealing with cold sore could be really frustrating and annoying. Imagine preparing for a very special event and then without a warning you noticed blisters or cold sores starting to appear around your mouth, nose, eyelids and worst on your genitals. You c... Read >
Author: Gerry Restrivera23rd June 2009
If you suffer from cold sore every year or many times during the year, then you know how annoying it is. You often find yourself looking at the mirror to see another cold sore occurrence to irritate you for weeks making you hide at home or avoid going out... Read >
Author: Gerry Restrivera23rd June 2009
Cold sore is a painful nuisance that you should avoid. It is caused by herpes simplex virus that commonly appears around the mouth, nose, and chin as painful blisters. It may also appear on eyelids, fingers and genitals. Cold sore virus is highly contagio... Read >
Author: Gerry Restrivera29th May 2009
Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder wherein breathing stops and starts quite frequently while sleeping. These episodes of temporary cessation of breathing last for about 10 seconds or even longer. People with this condition may not be aware of hav... Read >
Author: James S Pendergraft18th May 2009
Flu� viruses� pandemic� epidemic� we hear far more about this every year than we want to. And then, we worry about whether we, our young kids or aging parents will be struck.
Recently, we have been hearing a lot - A LOT - about the Swine flu v... Read >
Author: Steve van Laecken18th May 2009
Influenza� viruses� pandemic� epidemic� we hear far more about this every year than we want to. And then, we worry about whether we, our young family or aging parents will be struck.
Recently, we have been hearing a lot - A LOT - about the H1N... Read >
Author: Steve van Laecken18th May 2009
Flu� viruses� pandemic� epidemic� we hear far more about this every year than we want to. And then, we worry about whether we, our young kids or aging parents will be struck.
Recently, we have been hearing a lot - A LOT - about the Swine flu v... Read >
Author: Steve van Laecken18th May 2009
Flu� viruses� pandemic� epidemic� we hear far more about this every year than we want to. And then, we worry about whether we, our young family or aging parents will be struck.
Recently, we have been hearing a lot - A LOT - about the Bird flu ... Read >
Author: Steve van Laecken15th May 2009
Swine Flu� it's all over the news� and the news is not very reassuring either�
The headlines talk about outbreaks, national and international warnings, supply (and shortages) of flu vaccinations, how the current vaccines may not be adequate to co... Read >
Author: Anthony Gondesen15th May 2009
2009 Flu Virus� it's all over the news� and the news is not very reassuring either�
The headlines talk about outbreaks, national and international warnings, supply (and shortages) of flu vaccinations, how the current antidotes may not be adequate... Read >
Author: Anthony Gondesen14th May 2009
Daily Mail observes a hot new trend in celebrity faces. The days of the old stretched look of a too-tight facelift or the glassy skin and winged eyebrows of overdone fillers are over. Many patients including celebrities still seek out Botox for migraine... Read >
Author: William J Binder08th May 2009
One estimate says that as many as 50 million people are affected by Vitiligo around the world, and the vast majority develop Vitiligo before middle age.
Review the key facts below to gain an understanding of this distressing condition and put yourself ... Read >
Author: Mike Jones08th May 2009
Swine flu -- it's all over the media. What is it? What can I do? And how worried should I be? These are the questions I ask myself, especially as a mother.
At some level, we all know that becoming riddled with fear doesn't help. So let's take action whe... Read >
Author: Jaycee Fox16th April 2009
In the early stages of vitiligo effected patients, it is more advisable to consult with the Dermatologist immediately before spreading out of control instead of applying cosmetics for their cover ups to camouflage the area could bring more complications. ... Read >
Author: vitiligoskincare09th April 2009
Dogs are severely injured when vehicles hit them. You can save the dog from further injuries by carrying it away or helping it walk away to safety by slowing down traffic. Knowledge of First Aid is essential as it helps you when you wish to help an injure... Read >
Author: Jeff Nenadic10th March 2009
If you are worried about gluten in your diet, what about the amount that is in your cosmetics? Common sense might suggest that the less contact with Gluten for a celiac, the better. So why then would a celiac cover their body in a gluten or wheat derived ... Read >
Author: Bruce Scott Dwyer10th March 2009
A complete program to build immune system up, improve immune system function and reduce the number of infections that you get, must begin with basic good health habits. Growing up, we were told to wash our hands before we eat, but maybe not before we touc... Read >
Author: John Adison03rd February 2009
Shih tzus can live for up to 10 to 18 years but the range can vary depending on their health condition, activities and how they are being cared for. Some factors that can contribute to their health's deterioration are health issues. These health issues in... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons19th December 2008
I'm going to talk about what you need to know about the root causes of snoring. Snoring is considered as a common health ailment. And if you suffer from it, chances are you or your partner can't sleep well at night. It's critical that you solve the proble... Read >
Author: Melissa Patterson24th September 2008
Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) is a illness in which cancer cells are initiate in the tissues under the skin or mucous membranes that line the mouth, nose, and anus. It most frequently is found in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), and can be... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen15th September 2008
It is not you; almost everyone suffers from bad breath problems. There are a lot of products swamping the market to treat the bad breath problems. They do help, but temporarily. It is important for us to understand as to what causes bad breath. Becaus... Read >
Author: abrogers20th August 2008
Though there's been the buzz word of "colon cleansing" among natural health practitioners for a very long time, the real work in healing the body comes later where there is a transformation in tissue integrity resulting in a high quality body cells. This... Read >
Author: Reggie Andersen14th August 2008
Allergies Type 1 is also called contact allergy. It is is when food, mold, animal dander, pollen, or dust can cause an immediate allergy attack. Whey your body responds to the invasion, your body releases histamine from the irritated area such as the sk... Read >
Author: David Cowley17th July 2008
Facial injuries are also known medically as maxillofacial injuries or facial trauma. Some examples of the possible injuries that you could sustain to your face are; a broken jaw, eye socket fracture and nose fracture. These are just a few examples of some... Read >
Author: Helen09th July 2008
Chickenpox is an infectious disease caused by the varicella virus. Most cases occur in children under age 15 but older children and adults can get it. It spreads very easily from one child to another.
Symptoms include an uncomfortable, itchy rash, feve... Read >
Author: peterhutch07th July 2008
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the main air passages (bronchi) to your lungs. It causes a cough, shortness of breath and chest tightness. Coughing often brings up yellow or greenish mucus. There are two main types of bronchitis: acute and chronic.
Br... Read >
Author: peterhutch18th June 2008
Kaposi sarcoma presents as red to purplish spots (macules) and raised bumps (papules and nodules). They are generally first seen on the skin, commonly on legs or feet. They also occur in the mouth. Initially, the lesions are small and painless but they ca... Read >
Author: James Sameul18th June 2008
Kaposi sarcoma is a cancer that causes lesions (abnormal tissue) to grow under the skin, in the lining of the mouth, nose, and throat, or in other organs. The lesions are usually purple and are made of cancer cells, new blood vessels, and white blood cell... Read >
Author: James Sameul03rd June 2008
Chickenpox is a common illness among kids, particularly those under age 12. Chickenpox is caused by a virus called the varicella-zoster virus (varicella is the medical name for chickenpox). Chickenpox spreads in tiny droplets of saliva and nasal mucus, by... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen29th March 2008
Just loosen up and take your time to read this article, I am sure it will help you. Do you stay up late at night with anxiety about your cold sore? Do you take prescription drugs with little or no ease? Is your skin always dry, itching, and peeling from t... Read >
Author: blacksirius27th March 2008
Pneumococcal is a serious disease that causes much sickness and death. In fact, pneumococcal disease kills more people in the United States each year than all other vaccine-preventable diseases combined.
People with infectious pneumonia often have a c... Read >
Author: peterhutch27th March 2008
Pneumococcal is a serious disease that causes much sickness and death. In fact, pneumococcal disease kills more people in the United States each year than all other vaccine-preventable diseases combined.
People with infectious pneumonia often have a... Read >
Author: peterhutch25th March 2008
The cold sores are the disease that will generally affect mouth and the nose. The cold sores are a viral infection and it causes small sores on the mouth nose and other parts of the body. The herpes simplex type 1 is responsible for the infection of the ... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu02nd February 2008
Adverse drug reactions are all too common. Most are unreported; however, they contribute to over 150,000 deaths per year, making them a leading cause of death in the U.S. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner has estimated that anywhere betw... Read >
Author: Legal22nd January 2008
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a serious skin condition that arises as a reaction to a medication or an infection. Drugs that have been linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome include NSAIDS , Allopurinol, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, barbiturates, anticonvuls... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen12th November 2007
Due to the temperate type of weather of the Maya territory, there hadn’t existed a need in clothes as defense from the elements. Maya clothes were some sorts of adornment and the most amazing clothing was for the cleric. The Maya dignitaries wore big ea... Read >
Author: andrewshw211th June 2007
Diphtheria is an upper respiratory tract illness. It is caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, a facultatively anaerobic Gram-positive bacterium. The bacterium produces a toxin (poison) that is carried in the bloodstream. It is characterized by sore thr... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen23rd May 2007
It's true that mother knows best, but a little human help doesn't hurt either. Since Dr. Robert Miller introduced foal imprinting about 20 years ago, breeders, trainers, and owners have embraced this hands-on approach credited with producing more manageab... Read >
Author: Ron Petracek28th March 2007
Vitiligo is a pigmentation disorder in the human skin. The human skin contains special skin cells (melanocytes) that produce the pigment melanin which colors the skin.
In Vitiligo, the special skin cells (melanocytes) as well as the tissues (mucous me... Read >
Author: Maria01st June 2006
Cystic Acne, What causes It and How Is It Treated
Cystic acne is one of the most severe forms of acne. Nodules form under the skin, then later harden into painful cysts. This type of acne requires medical attention, and usually persists for long peri... Read >
Author: TR Brown21st May 2006
The Dover Demon, was seen during the year 1977, in Dover, Massachusetts - USA. This creature was reported as being 3 - 4 feet tall, and having a large hairless head, shaped like a watermelon. It had two large eyes that glowed a bright orange and green. It... Read >
Author: Robert Benjamin10th May 2006
It's 3 o'clock in the afternoon, and you're looking for something to haul you out of the energy slump. The top choices are often sugar- or fat-laden snacks from a vending machine or beverages loaded with caffeine.
Sweet snacks can actually create surge... Read >
Author: Susie Cortright31st December 2005
Colds make the upper respiratory system less resistant to bacterial infection. Secondary bacterial infection may lead to middle ear infection, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinus infection, or strep throat. People with chronic lung disease, asthma, diabetes, or ... Read >
Author: Herb Mark16th December 2005
A pet relies on its owner to look after it. Sometimes a veterinarian is too far away when your puppy needs immediate attention. Would you be able to administer basic first aid if you needed to?
It is up to you to be able to administer the first aid tha... Read >
Author: NS Kennedy
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