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 7, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Life seems to take over and often we find ourselves in a boring sex life. It could be that it is the same every time. It could be that there isn’t enough of it. Whatever the reason there are lots…
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The skeletal system is more than just bones. It includes tendons, cartilage and ligaments to hold the bones together and to respond to the nerve impulses that cause movement. The components of the skeletal system, which are designed to withstand…
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Overview End-stage Alzheimer’s disease is the final stage preceding death. Alzheimer’s patients react differently to the final stage of the condition; some may accept the dying process passively while others continue to fight the disease until death occurs. Time Frame…
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April 7, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
The postures of beauty contestants make or break their chances of winning. Oftentimes, you witness a contestant winning not because she has the most beautiful face, but because she has the posture of a regal queen. Posture depicts character, breeding,…
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The size of the world’s largest diamond is either 3,106.75 carats or 3,167 carats. Or it could be 34.8 carats, 545.67 carats, or 530.2 carats. The largest known diamond could even be a mind-boggling ten billion trillion trillion carats. Confused?…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Worrying about your bills is normal. Feeling butterflies swarming in your stomach before speaking in front of a large crowd is expected. Both are signs of anxiety, a normal reaction to certain situations in life. When anxiety begins interfering with…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Alcoholism, also called alcohol dependence, is a serious condition that negatively impacts a person’s relationships, vocation, schooling, health and overall functioning. Often the individual attempts to hide his use of alcohol in order to protect his increasing dependence on the…
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April 7, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Why should laughing during sex be a major no-no? Is it because society has gotten so ridiculous about what’s “appropriate” and what’s not? Are we so concerned about what others think of us, that it’s not okay to laugh during…
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Flu symptoms include a high fever, headache, extreme fatigue, coughing, sore throat, muscle aches and nasal drainage. The March of Dimes indicates some women may experience nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. It is possible for the flu to cause complications during…
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April 7, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
How to Keep Your Marriage Exciting and Alive: Respect and nurture and love your spouse. My wager is that eighty percent of people who read this article will be women, because they are generally the nurturers in a relationship. It…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, fatal disease affecting as many as 5.3 million Americans, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. It slowly robs a person of his memory as it destroys his brain cells, affecting his ability to work, socialize and…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
There are many causes of facial flushing, some which should receive medical attention and others that naturally occur and offer no harm. Facial flushing can be a simple reaction to diet, such as having eaten spicy food or taken in…
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White blood cells scavenge the circulatory system for bacteria, viruses and other foreign invaders, playing a very important role in the body’s immune system. A high white blood cell count on its own does not necessarily cause any specific medical…
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April 7, 2015 Skincare & Beauty
Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, is a condition usually caused by organisms called dermatophytes and sometimes by yeasts. Toenails are the most common site of infection; although, fingernails can also be involved. The fungus creates a thickened, discolored and misshapen nail…
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Facts About White Diamonds. White diamonds are produced by mines all over the world in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. With the rise in popularity of the colored diamonds the term White is misleading. A white diamond is…
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The four C’s: cut, clarity, color and carat weight are used for the basis of grading all diamonds. When shopping for a diamond many people already know what they are looking for but are still a little unsure of carat…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
According to the American Psychiatric Association, anxiety disorders impact anywhere from 1 to 8 percent of the population, depending on the specific type of disorder. Anxiety disorders can take multiple forms and include panic disorders, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorders, acute and…
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April 7, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
Emotional intimacy, to me, is a rather all-purpose term that is made up of smaller components. One must always remember that, in marriage, you’re dealing with another person’s thoughts and feelings every day and every night. Thoughts and feelings are…
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Overview The early stages of Alzheimer’s disease are subtle and not always noticeable. Each person will display signs differently. Monitoring for signs of Alzheimer’s allows a victim and family members to prepare for the future. Alzheimer’s has no cure. Medical…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The tapeworm (taeniasis) is a parasite than can infect humans. It is typically acquired through eating meat (beef and pork) that is not well-cooked, notes MedlinePlus, a website of the National Institutes of Health. A cure for tapeworm is usually…
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April 7, 2015 Marriage and Divorce
How do you keep the romance alive when you’re married with children? It may be more challenging than life before kids arrived on the scene, but the challenge definitely proves worth it. Here are ideas from couples who have children…
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Mikimoto: The History of the Cultured Pearl In the world of pearls, Mikimoto has become one of the most well known names in history. Today, Mikimoto supplies some of the finest cultured pearls across the globe. However, the fascinating history…
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If you want to keep your guy happy, win him over with your heart and mind. Connect with your guy on an emotional level. Spend special time with your guy. Let him know that you are thinking about him often. Don’t…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Osteomyelitis is one of the oldest diseases on record and as of 2010 affects two out of every 10,000 people, according to Joint-Pain-Forum.com. Osteomyelitis was very hard to control and treat until the development of antibiotics. The discovery of…
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An at home do it yourself facial is fun, simple and cost effective. It’s always best to have all of your ingredients on hand to avoid a panicked search for ‘that one thing’ ruin the relaxation experience. The first item…
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With the world population growing, and available land diminishing, our society needs to consider some alternatives to the methods of burial that we now employ. There is nothing “natural” about the way we dispose of bodies of the United States….
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I have not attended a cruse counceling session for many months,through my work commitments and other personal reasons. It is now approaching my fifth Xmas with only my sons memories to cherish, and the scars it has left behind.I do…
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The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs that filter waste from the blood and maintain fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance in the body. The causes of kidney disease can be trauma, infection, or genetic disorders that damage the filtering units of…
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April 7, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Ocular herpes is the infection of the herpes simplex virus type 1 in the eye. The virus is associated with the oral herpes condition that causes cold sores on the lips, mouth and nasal areas. The infection is recurrent, and…
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The final breath of death is as sure as the first breath of living. The difference is how and when this final breath will occur and what event will usher in the death angel. For some, death is such a…
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