January 15, 2014 Senior Health
Overview As the movie capital of the world, Los Angeles is no stranger to make-believe, especially at Halloween. There is lots to do on Halloween in the City of Angels, whether you want to dress up or simply observe, spend…
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Overview The endocrine system consists of many different hormone-secreting organs. One hormone in the endocrine system, called thyroid stimulating hormone, works to control the production of hormones in the thyroid. Abnormal thyroid stimulating hormone levels can be caused by pituitary…
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January 15, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Although genetics play a minor role in the distribution of fat and muscle, the human body can be modified. Most excuses are merely misplaced explanations for a lack of motivation and the drive to continue living a healthy lifestyle….
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1. How Malabsorption Affects Your Digestion Most people with malabsorption syndrome experience chronic diarrhea. Stools are often foul smelling and light colored. They may be soft and substantial, and they might float. Explosive diarrhea, flatulence and bloating can be a…
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Overview For optimal fitness, your exercise program should include both cardio and strength training. While you may be inclined to think that exercise is exercise, the reality is that each form of exercise serves different purposes. Each activity supports the…
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January 15, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Blackheads and acne are common problems amongst teens and adults. Not only do these problems cause physical pain, but they can also cause emotional pain in regards to issues with self-esteem. Luckily, much research has been done about acne…
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January 15, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Routine eye exams help doctors monitor eye conditions, and when the doctor feels a surgical procedure may improve health or vision in the eye, he will discuss these options with the patient. In some instances, the patient does not have…
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Camping gives you a chance to spend some quality time outdoors with your family. An essential piece of equipment for your camping trip is a family tent. Several companies produce family camping tents, but the best tents keep you dry,…
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MRSA, or methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, is a type of bacteria that is resistant to many antibiotics. Although MRSA naturally lives on the skin and in nasal tissues without causing problems, it can lead to life-threatening infection if it enters the…
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January 15, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
If you are trying to lose weight, you can be assured that there is a diet or weight loss program that will fit your lifestyle. Many programs are backed by science, and with the help of the Internet, your weight…
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January 15, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Cracked heels may be caused by xerosis, or dry skin, says the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dry, cracked heels may also occur after wearing high-heeled, slingback shoes with the heel exposed. When the skin on the heels…
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1. Location, Location, Location Sometimes dry skin arises all over your body, sometimes only in very distinct spots, but xerosis definitely favors certain areas more than others. Usually, the parts of your body to most persistently suffer from dry skin…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
The condition of your hair and skin are some of the first things that people notice when they meet you. Besides affecting a first impression, your skin and hair’s condition can signify potential nutritional imbalances. Certain foods are high in…
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Overview Although deciding what to wear during pregnancy can be tricky, pregnant women don’t have to sacrifice comfort for fashion. Many department stores and designers make stylish maternity clothes for mothers-to-be, and some pregnant women are learning ways to use…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Spider veins are similar to varicose veins in that they are flesh colored, purple or blue bulging veins that look like cords or tree branches. Spider veins usually are located on the legs and face. According to Women’s Health.gov, spider…
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1. Practice Hand-Washing Gastroenteritis is often passed from person to person. Washing your hands well after using the washroom or changing diapers can prevent you from becoming infected. Children need to be taught to wash their hands properly with warm…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Massage therapy and spa treatments are more than just a luxury part of a vacation or a cruise. The benefits of these treatments do more than make you feel good, but they have many internal and external health benefits. If…
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1. Pharmacointervention Counteracts Nerve Pain Symptoms There are a number of medications that can help you manage complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). Your doctor will probably begin with mild, over-the-counter analgesics and anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen, naproxen sodium and acetaminophen, and…
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1. Manage Your Blood Pressure Strokes in the brain stem can cause life-altering disability or death due to the disruption of vital organ processes that are initiated from the brain’s base. Heartbeat, blood pressure and sensory function can all be…
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Learning how to hit a punching bag is a vital tool for a boxer, but it is also very useful for anyone who wants to improve his conditioning, get stronger and lose weight. Hitting the speed bag can improve a…
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A colostomy serves as an alternate route of fecal elimination when the usual route through the anus, cannot be used, according to the Cleveland Clinic. A colostomy may also become necessary to rest the elimination tract, which includes the colon,…
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January 14, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Positive thinking can do more than lighten your mood–it can decrease your risk for heart attack and stroke. A study performed by Robert Gramling, MD, DSc, at the University of Rochester Medical Center found that pessimism can cause stress that…
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January 14, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Cellulite is the dimply skin found primarily around the buttocks and thighs. Because of its appearance, it is often said to resemble an orange peel. Cellulite is caused by pockets of fat trapped under the skin, which create bumps…
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January 14, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, transmission occurs under specific conditions. Behaviors that enable contact between virus-containing fluids and the bloodstream or mucous membranes of an uninfected person can potentially lead to HIV transmission. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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Overview You’re more likely to get bulging biceps than awesome abs on the Gazelle exercise machine, due to the configuration of the pedals and arm levers you use to create movement during workouts. Stomach toning is a more realistic goal…
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Completing a pull-up can be a very rewarding feeling. A pull-up is a symbol of technique, strength and determination. However, because it’s an advanced exercise it might take some training to reach this goal. There are exercises you can to…
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1. Be Positive About Your Future Cerebral palsy is not a progressive disease. It is usually caused by a “one-time event,” such as a head injury, lack of oxygen to the brain or poisoning. Cerebral palsy commonly originates as a…
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1. Sleep or Meditate After Therapy All forms of massage increase lymph circulation in the body. Lymph is a clear, colorless extra-cellular fluid that surrounds every organ and permeates all tissues in the body. When lymph is stimulated through massage…
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Activated charcoal tablets are an over-the-counter treatment used to adsorb certain types of toxic or poisonous substances from the body. This emergency treatment can be used by humans and animals. Patients poisoned by ingesting gasoline, iron, alcohol, boric acid or…
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January 14, 2014 Senior Health
Overview Children’s Hospital Boston notes that 70,000 to 75,000 children in the United States have a juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) diagnosis and the disease affects girls twice as often as boys. JRA breaks down into three subtypes. Oligoarticular (also called…
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