How Does Blood Clot?
Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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Overview Blood clotting, also called blood coagulation, occurs in reaction to a wound to halt the flow of blood. This happens so that blood loss will stop and also so that the wound will be closed and no bacteria or…
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Communicable diseases transfer from one person to another by contact with body fluids, through the air from a cough or sneeze and by touching an infected surface. High-risk areas for the spread of communicable diseases include schools, daycare facilities, hospitals…
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Various factors can influence self-esteem. Your level of self-worth may be determined by your academic success, your ability to form relationships with others and how others perceive you, your ability to succeed in a competitive environment, as well as your…
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April 14, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Although everyone has facial hair, it is not usually very noticeable on women. However, some women may experience thick, dark hair on their faces, usually on the lip or chin areas. Whether dark facial hair is a natural occurrence or…
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April 14, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Conduct disorder results in antisocial behavior, such as aggression and drug abuse. A patient with conduct disorder tends to also have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a disorder that causes impulsiveness and inattention, according to the National Institutes of Health…
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It’s difficult for women to find the perfect jeans. With so many different cuts available on the market, there is no wonder. From slimline to baggy styles, the way to find the perfect jeans includes knowing your measurements, body type,…
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Designer jeans are loved by everybody, but not all people can afford the shelf prices for such nice clothes. Selling fake True Religion jeans online is quite a business, since counterfeiters know how many people crave to get their hands…
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Classic items make great wardrobe additions because they can be worn in multiple ways. Take the basic denim jacket, for example: It can help ground just about any outfit. If you are looking for inspiration on how to wear a…
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Without a doubt, family is and should always be more important. While a career can certainly be a rewarding experience, family, especially children should be the focal point. Working couples can find it very difficult to juggle career and family….
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Overview Recurring vaginitis plagues some women, regardless of dietary changes and medical treatments. If you’re one of these women, you may be tired of traveling the long and expensive road of prescription and over-the-counter remedies. You may find that simple…
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April 14, 2015 Friends and Peers
You end a friendship when you feel that the ‘friend’ does not care about you, value or respect you, is not honest with you or becomes a total pain being very selfish in their behaviour towards you. . There are…
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April 14, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Core strength is necessary for a majority of baseball-related movements, whether it be throwing, running or hitting. The basic muscles of the core are your abs, obliques (sides), hip flexors, lower back and glutes. These muscles are the main source…
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When you work out, it is important to choose clothing that is comfortable and allows you to move freely. If you want to look great, it is also important to choose styles that flatter your figure. This article looks at…
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Most, if not all, people have at least one area of their body or face that they aren’t very pleased with. Maybe it’s the double chin, the breast size, or the saggy bottom. Whatever it is, there is almost always…
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April 14, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview With all the heavy media coverage and talk about the H1N1 or swine flu, it is no wonder that children are anxious and have concerns about how it affects them. As a teacher, parent or caregiver, it is important…
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April 14, 2015 Health Benefits of Organic Fruit
Organic fruit offers many health benefits over conventionally grown fruit due to increased nutrient content, higher antioxidant levels and the absence of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. If you’re new to buying organic or on a tight budget, start with the…
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April 14, 2015 Friends and Peers
It has been said that a true friend is gem and if you find one, take care of the friendship, because they are rare and will stand by you when everyone else has walked away. But oftentimes, due to differences…
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April 14, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Tennis ball machines are ball-throwing devices that allow a person to practice tennis strokes or a group to practice or drill, with or without an instructor. Ball machines use different methods to project balls and come with different features…
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If you think essential oils just make your home smell good, you’re missing out on the potential health and beauty benefits they have to offer. There are several essential oils that are routinely used in hair-care products that can bring…
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Figuring out when to bring up sex can be exciting and nerve racking. After all, sex is such an intimate and intimidating topic. It is natural to worry that bringing it up at the wrong time may fizzle a romantic…
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For most people it is probably difficult to understand how it is even possible to become addicted to cosmetic surgery, since all their mind is focused on how painful, inconvenient, and expensive it must be. Yet, there are those who…
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April 14, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Buerger’s disease, also known as thromboangiitis obliterans, is a rare disorder characterized by occlusion of the small blood vessels. According to Medline Plus, a service of the National Institutes of Health, blood vessels of the hands and feet are typically…
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Coach handbags are definitely worth the money! This isn’t a style preference, it’s just one of the best and longest lasting handbags you can buy. There’s nothing like the smell of a new leather bag. Some people would call it…
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April 14, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview Changing a bike tire is a necessary skill for everyone who owns a bike. Knowing how to change a bicycle tire can prevent unnecessary trips to the bike shop saving you time and money. This is a skill that…
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Overview You pour just a few drops of essential oil into your bathwater and think you’ve used the oil with a low dilution. But did you? No you did not dilute the essential oil at all–no matter how much water…
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There are days in every lifetime that a person can look back upon and see that they changed from that moment on. Yesterday was one of those days for me. It may sound trivial to some, but yesterday was the…
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Adding props to a workout immediately change the way the body is exercised. Using a small medicine ball offers a strength-training challenge, while a big exercise ball make workouts more challenging for the core to stabilize the body during each…
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April 14, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
During a hot stone massage, a masseuse places heated, smooth stones on certain parts of the body. Common areas include the spine, palms, toes, chest and face, according to the University of New Hampshire’s Health Center website. The masseuse may…
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Bursitis occurs when the bursae—fluid-filled sacs between muscles, bones and tendons—become inflamed. It most commonly affects the hip, elbows, knees and shoulders. In “The Science & Philosophy of Teaching Yoga & Yoga Therapy,” authors Jacqueline Koay and Theodora Barenholz say…
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April 14, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Green, black and oolong teas are all made from the plant Camellia sinensis. According to the Mayo Clinic, green tea contains less caffeine than black tea—and significantly less than coffee. However, variations in the production of green tea drinks…
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You want bigger breasts, but they simply aren’t in your genes. You know that breast enlargement is possible with implants and surgery, but is that the route you want to go? What about all the creams and lotions on the…
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