1. Beware of Blood Transfusions and Transplants Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) is a rare but fatal brain disorder than can be transmitted from person to person through direct contact of infected brain tissue. It cannot be spread through the air or…
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1. It Starts With the Nose An acute or chronic sinus infection causes inflammation in the mucous membranes of the nose and throat. This inflamed state causes excess mucus production. This fluid will eventually clog the nasal airways. The first…
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Overview A restraining order is a court injunction limiting a person’s right to move about freely. Courts will not grant you a restraining order unless you can provide good reasons to do so. If you feel you are in immediate…
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January 13, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
There are many different causes of bad breath, including the foods you eat, poor dental hygiene or underlying health problems. However, certain foods and herbs can actually help to fight off bad breath. If you take good care of your…
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January 12, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview The human brain functions as the control center for the body. As a part of the nervous system, the brain receives, processes and responds to information gathered through the sensory experiences of the body. It regulates the operation of…
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January 12, 2014 Senior Health
1. Look Into Complementary Therapies Aside from physical therapy, which can help with rehabilitation and muscle strength, doctors may recommend patients suffering from quadriplegia undergo a series of additional treatments. With ongoing help from different modalities, patients can look forward…
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January 12, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Virgin coconut oil is made from fresh coconut meat called non-copra, as opposed to copra, which is the dry meat used to make refined coconut oil. Virgin coconut oil is a source of fatty acids with 95 percent of them…
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If you suspect that your spouse might be involved in an affair, you can feel a whole range of emotions, including betrayal, shock, anger and depression. However, it is best to find out whether your suspicions are justified, so that…
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There are many free abs workout programs that can help you to develop and tone your midsection. The abs are a combination of muscles, including the rectus abdominus, transverse abdominis, side obliques and erector spinae, which stabilize your core and…
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January 12, 2014 Senior Health
Overview The Windy City. The Second City. That Toddlin’ Town. Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan in the heart of the Midwest, Chicago has lots of things to offer visitors or locals looking for a fun weekend excursion. Whether…
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January 12, 2014 Children's Health
Overview At six months of age, your baby completes his transformation from a crying or sleepy newborn into a more social and interactive being. His larger size—usually twice that of his birth weight, according to Medline Plus–and well-established eating patterns…
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Heartburn produces a burning sensation in the chest from stomach acid that flows back up into the esophagus. Sometimes a sour taste is experienced in the back of the throat. Heartburn occurs because the lower esophageal sphincter, which normally allows…
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Overview The backpack you choose can make the difference between comfort and misery during the long hours on the trail. There is a seemingly endless variety of backpacks on the market, but it boils down to two primary types based…
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Pain anywhere in the body is a sign, like the “check engine” light going off in a vehicle, which indicates that there is something wrong. The amount of pain does not indicate the severity of the problem. Pain under the…
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Dizziness is a medical problem in which people feel lightheaded and unsteady on their feet. The Mayo Clinic states that dizziness is the most common reason adults see a physician. It says that specific symptoms include wooziness, faintness, difficulty concentrating…
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January 12, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview As a fitness model, you have to look your best. You have to be healthy, athletic and flexible, so your nutrition and exercise are perhaps the most important tools of your trade. This means consuming healthful foods to allow…
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Overview The American College of Sports Medicine recommends that healthy adults under age 65 should get 30 minutes of moderate cardio exercise five days a week, or 20 minutes of vigorous exercise three times weekly. While ultimately you should use…
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January 12, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Several techniques can be employed at home to remove unwanted hair. Trimming, shaving, waxing or sugaring and using depilatory creams remove unwanted hair cheaply and easily. While there are more permanent forms of hair removal, including laser hair removal and…
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1. Nonsurgical Management Methods Individuals who experience edema and fluid buildup in the cornea can use hairdryers or other heat sources to literally dry out the tear film around the eye. Prescribed soft contact lenses can help to dehydrate/relieve fluid…
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1. Follow a Heart-Healthy Diet Prevent atherosclerosis, a hardening of the arteries, by following a heart-healthy diet. Eating foods that are low in fat, salt and cholesterol can be a natural way to regulate high blood pressure and cholesterol levels…
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Asthma—a respiratory disease that causes inflammation in the lungs—can be triggered by a variety of things including smoke, viruses and allergens. Some of these same triggers can be more threatening to children with asthma than adults because children’s airways are…
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January 12, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Losing weight may not be easy, but the mechanism is simple. Weight loss occurs when a number of factors combine to produce an energy deficit. All effective diets are based on the principle of caloric intake reduction. To lose…
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January 12, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview December in the Second City can be a dreary affair. Gone is the sunshine bouncing off of Lake Michigan, replaced by clouds, sub-freezing temperatures and chilling winds. Fortunately, Chicago has more than enough indoor activities to keep any weather…
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1. Diagnose Your Pain A sinus polyp headache shows the same symptoms as a sinus headache caused by bacteria or viruses. Only a doctor can determine the exact precipitating factor. If you do have nasal polyps or other obstructions to…
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January 12, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Poison ivy and poison oak produce identical symptoms. Both plants contain the same noxious irritant–urushiol. Urushiol causes contact dermatitis, which is another name for the intense itching and rash that makes sufferers feel like they are going out of their…
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January 12, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Chicago offers a great deal to do all year round. The city offers lots of walking possibilities, with many outdoor activities. Chicago might not be the first place you think of as a place of romance, but there are…
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Nasal congestion, also called a stuffy nose, can impact infants for a variety of reasons. The National Institutes of Health point out that the nose gets stuffy from swollen and inflamed blood vessels and nasal tissues, not from thick mucus….
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1. Remember That Tantrums are a Form of Communication While an autistic tantrum can be intense and embarrassing, especially when you’re out in public, it is important to remember that the inappropriate behavior is merely a way for the autistic…
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1. Use Contact Lenses, Glasses and Other Visual-Mechanical Aides Optometrists have decades of practice prescribing lenses to correct for farsightedness. In the most simple cases, the problem can be solved with a one-time corrective lens prescription. Eyeglasses, contact lenses, monovision…
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January 12, 2014 Children's Health
Childhood obesity is a problem affecting approximately 17 percent of children in the United States, so it’s important to teach kids about proper diet and exercise strategies as soon as possible. Children in their “tweens” are old enough to understand…
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