January 2, 2014 Negative Effects of Computers on Young Children
In this day and age it is essential that young children know how to use a computer because they are so much a part of our lifestyle and employment options, but it is equally essential that you and your child…
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1. Injuries? In golf? Golf may seem like a low-impact, low-risk sport, yet golfers are still susceptible to various injuries. These injuries can be either cumulative (overuse) or acute (traumatic) injuries. One recent study showed that during a 2-year period,…
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According to the American Cancer Society Facts and Figures, the most common, serious form of skin cancer is melanoma. While you can take many preventative measures, such as limiting exposure to the sun and wearing sunscreen, you also can reduce…
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Putting your baby to sleep at night shouldn’t have to be a stressful or worrisome time. Even so, every year almost 35 babies in the United States die as a result of injuries sustained in a crib, according to the…
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January 2, 2014 How to Get Rid of Brown Spots of Face
Overview The brown spots on your face are called age spots, and they form when you expose your skin to direct sunlight for long periods of time, increasing the amount of melanin in your skin cells. While age spots can…
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Normal coughing keeps your throat clear and helps get rid of mucous or other irritants, though chronic coughing may signify a more serious underlying condition. The University of Maryland Medical Center recommends consulting a physician if your cough lasts longer…
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1. Know the Signs Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is an overuse injury caused by degeneration of the tendon fibers that attach to the bony prominence (epicondyle) on the outside (lateral side) of the elbow. These tendons are attached to the…
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January 2, 2014 What Are the Benefits of Verbal Communication?
Verbal communication is the act of transmitting messages between two or more people through spoken word. Speech is a tool you can use to illustrate your thoughts, beliefs and observations to another human being. Verbal communication, however, is more than…
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The hands, wrists and finger joints, are often skipped when warming up, but they’re essential for proper grip and joint protection. Taking your hands, wrists and fingers through full range of motion exercises before working out, playing sports or working…
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January 2, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
Next time you reach for a bottle of olive oil be assured that you’re adding more than just delicious flavor, texture and aroma to your meal. Olive oil should be one of the first food items you consider when it…
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January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Drastic weight loss is often an indication that something’s wrong with the body. In most cases, drastic weight loss indicates a health problem, according to MedLine Plus, a website of the National Institutes of Health. MedLine recommends contacting a doctor…
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Overview Once a child masters good oral hygiene habits, it can set the stage for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, according to the American Dental Association. While regular dental checkups are a vital part of preventative oral health,…
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January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
If the tissues within the body become exposed to abnormally high levels of cortisol–a hormone produced by the adrenal glands in the kidneys–a patient can develop a condition called Cushing’s syndrome. This rare condition most frequently develops in patients between…
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January 2, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Overview According to the World Health Order (WHO), more than one billion adults are overweight and at least 300 million of them are obese. Since overweight and obesity contribute to multiple potentially fatal diseases, it’s important to understand what leads…
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Divorce law in Arizona is governed by the provisions of Title 25 of the Arizona Code. These statutory provisions establish the two types of divorces that can be pursued in the state. In addition, these laws direct the manner in…
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A chest cold or bronchitis can last for weeks or months. A cough can be accompanied by a sore throat and chest, fatigue, fever, runny nose, watery eyes and shortness of breath. It is important to treat a chest cold…
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Occasional irritation from muscle and joint soreness occurs in most people now and then. Pain, aching and soreness may develop anywhere in the body or localize depending on the source. Localized soreness often results from stress and overuse of the…
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Overview Ending a marriage is a life-changing event that can be brought on for many reasons. Regardless of the cause, divorce can be very stressful and elicit an array of emotions. During this strenuous time, it is best to keep…
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An inner ear disorder, also known as otitis media, refers to an infection that affects the inner ear. The University of Maryland Medical Center says that this typically occurs, at one time or another, in 75 percent of all children….
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January 1, 2014 Complications of Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Total shoulder arthroplasty involves implanting a prosthetic device to replace the bones that make up the ball and socket shoulder joint. The indications for a total shoulder arthroplasty include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, osteonecrosis and a previously failed shoulder…
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Scoliosis, also known as curvature of the spine, affects approximately 6 million people in the United States. Scoliosis refers to curvatures that are side-to-side and of an angle greater than 10 degrees in magnitude. Typically beginning between the ages of…
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January 1, 2014 Remedies for Congestion in Infants
While nasal congestion is just a nuisance for adults, it can cause serious complications for infants. It can interfere with eating, and some babies will experience breathing problems. The Food and Drug Administration does not recommend that children under 2…
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1. Understand Structural Birth Defects Birth defects are abnormalities present at the time of a baby’s birth. They occur in approximately 3 percent of pregnancies. When some part of the baby’s body did not form correctly or completely, this is…
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Amlodipine maleate relaxes blood vessels to improve blood flow as a medication to treat angina and high blood pressure. Amlopidine is the active ingredient combined with the salt maleate. The drug is one of a group known as calcium channel…
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Fertility awareness offers several methods to help women get pregnant quickly and easily. These methods can help a woman understand her fertility signs, and identify her most fertile days each month. But even the most diligent fertility tracker must take…
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OK. I have been living in LA for a while. No matter where you live you probably know that many of us are in our cars WAY too much and it got me thinking… what kind of workout could you…
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Basketball drills involve using repetitive activities to reinforce fundamentals such as dribbling, passing, shooting, defense and conditioning, and can involve one or more players. Many coaches use drills within practice to help players learn basketball skills well enough that during…
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January 1, 2014 Children's Health
Overview All babies cry. However, for a baby who has colic, the crying may not cease for hours at a time. Because colic can cause other difficulties in your baby, such as stomach upset, it’s important to soothe your baby….
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January 1, 2014 Children's Health
Physicians prescribe the generically named medication methylphenidate, sold in the United States with a variety of brand names including Metadate, to help in the treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Metadate acts as a stimulant in the central nervous system that…
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January 1, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
The success of any fitness program is primarily dependent upon exercise selection and nutrition. However, supplement usage can be beneficial for those looking to maximize their training adaptations. The cost of supplements can vary greatly. Fortunately, you do not have…
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