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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April 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Depression is a common but serious mental illness that presents itself in many forms. Some are more severe than others, and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) defines these depression types. The three most distinct forms of…
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April 13, 2015 Friends and Peers
Q. Do you get mad at friends that do not agree with you? I have one friend that believes that gays are sinners and if they had faith they wouldn’t be gay. I believe that gays are gay because a…
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If your child has a bacterial infection, such as an ear or urinary tract infection, your pediatrician may prescribe Bactrim to help resolve the symptoms of infection. Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) is an antibacterial medication that works by preventing the…
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April 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
1. Give Your Immune System a Boost Believe it or not, a great way to prevent fungal infections is to make sure you are getting the nutrients your body needs to fight them off. This includes getting your USRDA requirements…
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April 13, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Smoking cigarettes causes harm to the body in many different ways. The smoke from tobacco has over 60 known cancer-causing chemicals, according to the Mayo Clinic. In addition to the harm caused by inhaling deadly substances in the cigarette, the…
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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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Princess Diana’s mission was to end the menace of land mines, Bono’s pet project is to end world hunger, and we know Lance Armstrong rides to “Live Strong” and end cancer. My mission is to end poor speakers who get…
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Daymond John is a successful entrepreneur, and one of the most successful entrepreneurs in today’s business world. Daymond John was born on February 23, 1969, and is best known for being a fashion designer, but is also an author, a…
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Everyone who decides to have cosmetic surgery does so because there is some aspect of their body they dislike, and believe that surgery is the best way to improve their appearance and reduce their self-consciousness about the way they look….
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Our appearance has a huge impact on how we feel about ourselves, as well as the perception that other people have of us. Most people, whether male or female, have some body part on them that they don’t really like….
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Spider veins on the nose may be unnerving, but they are most likely asymptomatic and harmless. Spider veins are a sign of impaired blood flow. In the body, veins carry blood back to the heart. When their structures are…
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Excessive shedding of hair after pregnancy is referred to as telogen effluvium and occurs one to five months after pregnancy in approximately half of women in the U.S. According to the American Pregnancy Association, 90 percent of hair on…
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Rihanna may not be everybody’s cup-o’-joe; her songs can be explicit, her videos inappropriate and her stage performances should be awarded an “X-rated” certificate. Despite this, the pop princess’ fashion sense is very much at the forefront of this season’s…
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
If you develop red, sensitive skin on the face, consider the cause first and then reach for the home remedies. Redness and dryness from sunburn, windburn and poison ivy can look similar to chronic flare-ups of rosacea and atopic dermatitis,…
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I don’t think it is acceptable for a parent to vent to their kids about the other parent. I believe that negative venting can help to destroy the love, respect, and relationship with the parent being talked about and this…
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April 13, 2015 Weight Management
People who are trying to lose weight may be enticed by the quick and easy weight loss promises offered by weight loss pills. Most of these pills, however, haven’t been tested or approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Some…
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April 13, 2015 Weight Management
A fat tummy increases your chances of developing serious, chronic health problems like type 2 diabetes, stroke, some cancers, dementia and heart disease. Rachel Whitmer, a researcher at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research in Oakland, in a 2008 article from…
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The effectiveness of sclerotherapy: Spider and varicose veins are caused from poor circulation and weak vascular walls. Sclerotherapy is a treatment for the unsightly veins that appear through the skin. The procedure is most effective on smaller veins. There are…
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April 13, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Overview The natural tendency when pedaling a bike is to simply push down. Although this will move the bike, efficiency is lost. Proper technique ensures that the rider will get the most out of each pedal stroke, but pedaling technique…
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Most healthy relationships have several things in common. The ability to communicate in an honest and open manner, while remaining flexible and having the wisdom to compromise, and having a positive sense of self and valuing yourself as an individual…
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Most babies aren’t born with pristine skin. Their brand-new skin is thin, delicate and susceptible to discoloration. Although some conditions can cause lifelong skin discolorations, most or all of a young infant’s splotches, blemishes and fluctuating shades of blue…
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Cosmetic surgery was once something that we only saw the stars and the exceedingly wealthy getting, but today, that has changed dramatically. More and more “regular” people are going under the knife for beauty. There are many reasons for the…
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I am almost certain that I was born without a fashion gene. Nowadays my daughter is on hand to make sure that I do not make any huge fashion mistakes, but back in the late 1960’s, it was a different…
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Jeans are a popular clothing item that are found in the wardrobes of many people, especially in younger age groups. There are a variety of options when buying a pair of jeans and whether your preference is for affordable off-the-peg…
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According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 19.4 million visits were made to physicians in 2003 for knee pain. Whether you are a weekend warrior or a fitness fanatic, strengthening the muscles that support your knee will decrease your…
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Praise for a job well-done, or thanks for a gift or help with child-care. Both of these deserve a show of appreciation, and are essentially different types of help, to be acknowledged in slightly different ways. Generally, in the work…
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When one person addresses an issue with anyone other than the one he/she is upset with, it is called “triangulation”. This is a passive/aggressive way of dealing with problems and it rarely ever accomplishes anything except for making things worse….
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Not every person is a good candidate for plastic surgery, even though they want it and think that they will do just fine. It is part of the job of a great physician to determine whether or not the potential…
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April 13, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Body fat can develop from a sedentary life that lacks proper nutrition. Excess body fat can lead to poor physical health and decreased quality of life. The best way to burn body fat fast is to combine a healthy…
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April 13, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Overview Body hair grows in differently, depending on the individual. Women tend to have more vellus hair and men tend to have more terminal hair. Vellus hair is fine, light and short, while terminal hair is thicker and darker. If…
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