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06th October 2009
Fitness - is a medicine, it heals our body and spirit. But like any medicine, in excessive doses, it becomes a poison. "Bust physical activity has a destructive force. First workout longer to yield results, then you need more and more time to recover, the... Read >
Author: jssalexa24th September 2009
Are you, like so many, wondering what's the difference between regular flu and swine flu? This article will give you some simple answers. You will see the difference can mean a great deal for the safety of your family.
What Makes Swine Flu Different f... Read >
Author: Terry Fallon22nd September 2009
Physical training is something that is integral to success in a vast majority of sports. Being at the ideal physical condition for a particular sport, or at least as close to it as possible, is something that athletes in a competitive environment want to ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle12th September 2009
SEE WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOUR BLOOD SUGAR RAISES OUT OF CONTROL
The initial symptoms of diabetes are connected with the direct effects of high glycemia levels. The two most common types of diabetes have very analogous symptoms. When the blood sugar level ... Read >
Author: Jose M. Talavera11th September 2009
Arthritis is a chronic disease associated with inflammation of the joints that results in pain and restricted movement of the affected area. The term ‘arthritis’ is derived from the Greek words ‘arthro’ meaning joint and ‘itis’ meaning inflamm... Read >
Author: OrthopedicSpecialistsOfSeattle18th August 2009
You notice a burning feeling in your groin area and you see some growths. Initially, you think that it's a rash and with more diligent hygiene, it will go away. But the bumps don't disappear, they proliferate and maybe even start to get larger. The bump... Read >
Author: Shaun16th July 2009
The Benefit of Water for Diets - You Will Be Shocked At What You Find Out!Are you looking for a concrete weight loss program that is effortless enough to help you experience weight loss; with overnight success? The best secret to weight loss success is r... Read >
Author: Crystal27th June 2009
A study among the group of 515 women suffering from heart attack has found to have symptoms that were generally not present in the males going from the problem. The common symptoms among those were the presence of unusual feelings of fatigue, restless sle... Read >
Author: Robert Bell29th May 2009
An infection which is instigated by the 'Herpes Simplex Virus' is called the Oral Herpes, the medical name being 'Herpes Labialis'. This condition causes outbreak of painful and tiny sores around the mouth, gums, and lips and also on the sides of the mout... Read >
Author: James S Pendergraft12th May 2009
What causes cold sores, and how are they triggered? What, in fact, are cold sores? Can anything be done about them, or are they there to stay?
People can be exposed to different causes of cold sores, each and every day. They are often referred to as ... Read >
05th May 2009
Malaria is quite common in the tropics and it is transmitted through bites of an infected female mosquito. The appearance of symptoms of malaria symptoms of the disease tend to show depend on the type of parasite. For instance, you will get initial sympto... Read >
Author: Good Evening20th March 2009
Genital herpes is classed as an STD (sexually transmitted disease) it is caused by either the herpes simplex viruses type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2). Genital herpes is usually caused by HSV-2 (type 2).
Genital herpes is usually spread by direct contac... Read >
Author: David Gange10th March 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Tina Boucher
If you have ever been to a dance performance, you have probably been among the many in the crowd who have wondered, "How do they do that?" A lot of what dancers are able to do is with the help of their feet. Taking a loo... Read >
Author: Central Connecticut Foot Care Center10th March 2009
Confused about what I'm talking of? It's none other than the mysterious malady – Diabetes. In spite of several advancements in the domain of medical science, till date, no conventional medicine offers a complete cure for this disease and neither does it... Read >
Author: Robert Bell09th March 2009
The US is known for its creation of the automobile industry. But this industry through the years has been challenged by brands local to Europe, Japan, and in recent years, Korea. Plus thanks to the global economic meltdown that marks 2009, the US car in... Read >
Author: leslie1423rd February 2009
After I saw the MRI of my uterine fibroids, I could not believe how many there were and how big they were. How long had I had them? What were the options for getting rid of them. I wondered about this because having uterine fibroids is not a result of sys... Read >
Author: Louise Green23rd February 2009
After I saw the MRI of my uterine fibroids, I could not believe how many there were and how big they were. How long had I had them? What were the options for getting rid of them. I wondered about this because having uterine fibroids is not a result of sys... Read >
Author: Louise Green16th January 2009
Did you know that carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is affected by several conditions, not just from over-use? The different causes can stem from doing highly repetitive jobs that require using the arms and wrists, however, other causes such as birth control ... Read >
Author: drjamesroman16th January 2009
Did you know that carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is affected by several conditions, not just from over-use? The different causes can stem from doing highly repetitive jobs that require using the arms and wrists, however, other causes such as birth control ... Read >
Author: drjamesroman16th January 2009
Did you know that carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is affected by several conditions, not just from over-use? The different causes can stem from doing highly repetitive jobs that require using the arms and wrists, however, other causes such as birth control ... Read >
Author: drjamesroman16th January 2009
Did you know that carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is affected by several conditions, not just from over-use? The different causes can stem from doing highly repetitive jobs that require using the arms and wrists, however, other causes such as birth control ... Read >
Author: drjamesroman16th January 2009
Food poisoning is caused due intake of leftover food stuff which is contaminated by bacteria, viruses, environmental toxins or toxins present in food itself. The harmful bacteria present in the leftovers can upset your stomach and you can suffer from diar... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson07th January 2009
Owners who are considering purchasing pet health insurance for their dogs should make sure that the eye health of their dogs covered by the insurance policy. Because many insurance companies will not insure the eyes of a dog whose breed is habitually diag... Read >
Author: Joan Shine06th January 2009
The initial symptoms of bronchitis resemble those of other diseases, a proper diagnosis should therefore be done. The most common symptoms include an expectorant cough, fatigue, fever, chest pains, wheezing and shortness of breath. These symptoms resembl... Read >
Author: Mercy03rd January 2009
Cirrhosis of the Liver is the chronic inflammation of the liver, which results in scar tissue replacing the normal liver tissue. The scar tissue of the liver blocks the flow of blood through the organ and disrupts the normal functions of the liver.
A d... Read >
Author: peterhutch04th December 2008
There are 5 early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease you should watch out for. Most of us know about Alzheimer’s disease, but few of us know what these early or initial symptoms are.
So why is it important to understand more about this disorder? Curr... Read >
Author: Susan Nickerson05th November 2008
1. How to perform CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an essential skill every adult should know. Even if you’ve taken a CPR class in the past, you should refresh your skills every few years to stay sharp in the event that an emergency arises.... Read >
Author: Manzur Shahid31st October 2008
Owners who are considering purchasing pet health insurance for their dogs should make sure that the eye health of their dogs covered by the insurance policy. Because many insurance companies will not insure the eyes of a dog whose breed is habitually diag... Read >
Author: Jay Schindler 27th October 2008
There are 5 early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease you should watch out for. Most of us know about Alzheimer’s disease, but few of us know what these early or initial symptoms are.
So why is it important to understand more about this disorder? Curr... Read >
Author: Susan Nickerson, DC21st October 2008
Pregnancy, a time when a woman glows with the anticipation of her new joy; the life she brings into this world, a time of wonder, a time of amazement, a time that can feel like an eternity when common complaints of pregnancy make us feel less than glowing... Read >
Author: Bandboxer24th September 2008
Legionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia. Legionnaires' disease is caused by a type of bacteria called Legionella. The bacteria that reason Legionnaire's disease have been found in water delivery systems and can live in the hot, moist, air conditionin... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen08th September 2008
Addison disease in dogs is a rare but serious disorder where the adrenal glands do not secrete a sufficient amount of adrenal hormones. These hormones are necessary for a wide variety of functions in the body. The disease is also known as Hypoadrenocortic... Read >
Author: Ling Tong25th August 2008
Food allergies are a common problem in kids. Nearly two million children have food allergies in the United States. Some food allergies are life threatening, even if the food is taken in very little quantity. Peanut tops the list of notorious foods which c... Read >
Author: Jack Sands17th August 2008
A new study into the effects of whiplash has found that the patient’s attitude has a great impact on the speed of recovery.
The study was carried out in Stockholm at the Karolinska Institute, led by Lena Holm. A questionnaire based study was carri... Read >
Author: Christian Ward25th July 2008
Alzheimer’s disease has early or initial symptoms, just like most degenerative diseases. In this article, you’ll discover what to watch for — so you can prevent further memory loss and mental decline.
So why is it important for you to know about ... Read >
Author: Susan Nickerson03rd July 2008
Mesothelioma is a form of lung cancer, predominantly caused by exposure to asbestos fibers. In fact, mesothelioma is a cancer of the mesothelium, the sheath that covers major organs such as the lungs (pleurum), the heart (pericardium) and the abdominal c... Read >
Author: Tom Healy01st July 2008
Monkeypox is a rare smallpox-like disease that occurs primarily in the rain forest countries of central and west Africa. The disease was discovered in laboratory monkeys in 1958. Studies of animals in Africa later found evidence of orthopoxvirus infection... Read >
Author: peterhutch25th June 2008
Corticobasal degeneration (CBD) is a progressive neurological disorder. It is associated with atrophy of the cerebral cortex and the basal ganglia. Corticobasal degeneration (CBD) generally occurs in patients age 45 to 70, with women affected more often t... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen19th June 2008
A new study into the effects of whiplash has found that the patient’s attitude has a great impact on the speed of recovery.
The study was carried out in Stockholm at the Karolinska Institute, led by Lena Holm. A questionnaire based study was carried... Read >
Author: Carys Robshaw16th June 2008
A small sore situated on the face or in the mouth that causes pain, burning, or itching before bursting and crusting over. The favorite locations are on the lips, chin or cheeks and in the nostrils. Less frequented sites are the gums or roof of the mouth ... Read >
Author: Sander Bel21st May 2008
Blepharo means "eyelid". Spasm means "uncontrolled muscle contraction". The term blepharospasm ['blef-a-ro-spaz-m] can be applied to any abnormal blinking or eyelid tic or twitch resulting from any cause, ranging from dry eyes to Tourette's syndrome to ta... Read >
Author: peterhutch20th May 2008
Nosebleed is common in dry climates during winter months, and in hot dry climates with low humidity. Individual taking blood clotting medications, aspirin, or antiinflammatory medications may be more prone to nose bleeding. Other factors that contribute t... Read >
Author: peterhutch08th May 2008
Pneumonia is an inflammatory illness of the lung. Frequently, it is described as lung parenchyma/alveolar inflammation and abnormal alveolar filling with fluid. (The alveoli are microscopic air-filled sacs in the lungs responsible for absorbing oxygen fro... Read >
Author: peterhutch08th May 2008
Tularemia is a rare infectious disease that can attack the skin, eyes and lungs. Fewer than 200 cases of tularemia are reported annually in the United States — mainly in western and south-central states.
Tularemia spreads to humans through several ro... Read >
Author: peterhutch08th May 2008
Monkeypox is a rare infectious disease caused by monkeypox virus. The disease was first identified in laboratory monkeys, giving it its name. The disease is most prevalent in Central and West Africa, but an outbreak occurred also in the United States in 2... Read >
Author: peterhutch28th April 2008
The Lyme Disease Foundation (LDF) is the premier nonprofit dedicated to finding solutions for tick-borne disorders. Realizing the ability to find solutions involves a multi-discipline effort, the LDF includes the four cornerstones of progress (businesses,... Read >
Author: peterhutch24th April 2008
Is your urine containing blood? If yes then you have to consult a doctor. You may come across kidney stone problem. Presence of blood in the urine is one of the common symptom of kidney stone.
A few commonly observed symptoms of kidney stones are pain... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu17th April 2008
Is your urine containing blood? If yes then you have to consult a doctor. You may come across kidney stone problem. Presence of blood in the urine is one of the common symptom of kidney stone.
A few commonly observed symptoms of kidney stones are pain... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu03rd April 2008
A bacterium that occurs widely in nature and is a cause of botulism; it has six main types, A to F. Botulism is a rare but potentially very serious illness. The bacterium may be entered the body through wounds.
A severe, manytimes fatal food poisoning ca... Read >
Author: Corwin Brown31st March 2008
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disease caused by a lack of insulin (a hormone) in the human body. Insulin is needed by the body to metabolize (breakdown) the sugar that we eat. When insulin is not available the sugar levels in the body can rise to extrem... Read >
Author: Celly Dunk27th March 2008
Liver is the main organ in the body. Liver failure results in impairment of many functions we take for granted. Liver failure mostly arises slowly, over many years, but its progression is usually unnoticed. It can happen from infections, cancer, alcohol o... Read >
Author: Alien21st February 2008
A small sore situated on the face or in the mouth that causes pain, burning, or itching before bursting and crusting over. The favorite locations are on the lips, chin or cheeks and in the nostrils. Less frequented sites are the gums or roof of the mouth ... Read >
Author: Rachel Broune14th February 2008
This is one of the more serious of childhood ailments, since there are possible secondary infections that can occur. These include middle-ear infections, bronchitis or even pneumonia. These complications are often more of a problem than measles itself, so... Read >
Author: David Jones22nd January 2008
Food allergies are a common problem in kids. Nearly two million children have food allergies in the United States. Some food allergies are life threatening, even if the food is taken in very little quantity. Peanut tops the list of notorious foods which... Read >
Author: Krishan Bakhru07th November 2007
Effects of scar tissue on back pain and leg painWhen scar tissue forms near the nerve root, it’s called epidural fibrosis. Epidural fibrosis is a common occurrence after back surgeries. This is so common that it often occurs in patients with both succ... Read >
Author: Robert Langard07th November 2007
Scar tissue forming near the nerve root is called epidural fibrosis. This epidural fibrosis is a common occurrence after back surgery has been preformed. The formation of scar tissue is part of a normal healing process the body goes through after spine ... Read >
Author: Robert Langard08th August 2007
Life begins at 40 or so it is said but today’s hectic lifestyle seems to cause a burn out in individuals who are just in their twenties. We seem to be constantly on the move, rushing to meet unrealistic deadlines, traveling across different time zones w... Read >
Author: matt24th July 2007
What a paradox! Mesothelioma cannot be fully cured. This is one real fact. And the other is Mesothelioma can be cent percent prevented only if asbestos dust fibers are not allowed to mix in the atmosphere and pollute the air in which we respire. Isn’t t... Read >
Author: Johnporter03rd April 2007
Asthma is a malady that for the severely afflicted can be lethal if not properly addressed. It is especially difficult for the parent of a child with asthma. Asthma symptoms can rob a child of many things that are part of being a child. Having to constant... Read >
Author: Sven Ullmann02nd April 2007
Manganese is a common element and in pure form is a metal resembling iron.
Iron is combined with manganese to form steel,and the addition of manganese increases the tensile strength and elasticity of the metal.Stainless steel
and various hardened steel... Read >
Author: joe05th March 2007
Travel Health Diseases Warnings
Malaria is a common and life-threatening disease in many tropical and subtropical areas.
It is currently endemic in over 100 countries, which are visited by more than 125 million international travellers every year. E... Read >
Author: Gerald Crawford Stellenbosch South Africa19th February 2007
Cold sores are certainly nothing unusual, eight out of ten people show signs of the virus Herpes Simplex, which is the cause of cold sores. The World Health Organization has estimated that 89% of the world’s population are potentially affected, with bet... Read >
Author: Robert Black07th February 2007
Hiatus hernia is a condition usually diagnosed in later stages due to the lack of symptoms and the initial symptoms very assembling to other digestive diseases. Hiatal hernia is most common in persons of 55 years and more but can theoretically occur at an... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola23rd January 2007
Although doctors don't fully understand what causes exercise-induced anaphylaxis or idiopathic anaphylaxis, you may be interested to learn about how to recognize symptoms of these conditions and how they are treated.
Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis
Exe... Read >
Author: epipen15th January 2007
It’s important to keep a diary or journal of your symptoms. Why? So that you can give an accurate description of your problem when you finally get an appointment. “Oh, but, of course I’ll remember what’s bothering me.” Not necessarily. It depend... Read >
Author: Terrie Wurzbacher17th November 2006
ou are in an important meeting and are just about to close the biggest deal of your career. You should be somewhere up on cloud nine, but you only just manage to present a happy smiling face to your colleagues. It's not that you're not over the moon, and ... Read >
Author: Dream Team Media17th November 2006
You are in an important meeting and are just about to close the biggest deal of your career. You should be somewhere up on cloud nine, but you only just manage to present a happy smiling face to your colleagues. It's not that you're not over the moon, and... Read >
Author: Dream Team Media27th September 2006
Desperate situations need desperate remedies! Such is the call of situation when you receive severe acne on your face, neck or bottom.
But then, to treat severe acne you need to learn various basic and medical aspects of this problem.
The initial s... Read >
Author: Kanishk manchanda08th June 2006
The two important types of age related macular degeneration are wet AMD and dry AMD. The forms can attack any one or both of the eyes. A patient diagnosed for dry AMD can later develop wet AMD.
Wet AMD: This type of age-related macular degeneration is... Read >
Author: dan brown04th June 2006
Copyright 2006 Peter Nisbet
Every household with young children should possess a clinical thermometer. Young children, especially babies and infants, cannot properly describe their symptoms when they become ill. Many childhood diseases are associated ... Read >
Author: Tom Healy03rd May 2006
Vitalism is a philosophy on health that is simple to follow and provides powerful effects. At its heart is the belief that living in pain or disease, of any type, is an unnatural state. More importantly, it suggests that pain and disease is a sign that a ... Read >
Author: Bryan Brodeur25th April 2006
There are two types of herpes infections, oral herpes and genital herpes; both are contagious. The most insidious fact about herpes is that it can be an "invisible virus;" it is possible for a person to have and to spread either type of herpes virus and n... Read >
Author: Daisy Bone07th April 2006
Several years have passed since the first cases of anthrax were reported in the USA in 2001. So what type of the illness is that? How it is developed? Whether it is possible to find effective and efficient cure against it? Anthrax is the illness contracte... Read >
Author: Denis Glover21st February 2006
We all had been trying to evade the news of the avian flu threat for some time until Turkey reported cases of H5N1. We can no longer let this pass by as the threat seems to spread around the world in a pandemic way.
It started when a deadly strain ... Read >
Author: Andrew Taylor
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