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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January 7, 2014 Crisis Support
Following the funeral service and burial, the Irish wake is a prolonged and informal celebration of the deceased by his or her family and friends. It can last as little as a few hours or occasionally continue into the next…
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Overview Approximately 16 million people in the United States have diabetes, as reported by Net Wellness. Another 57 million people have pre-diabetes, which means that they are likely to transition into full diabetes within 10 years. Diabetes can affect people…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
Insomnia affects roughly one in three adults, according to Mayo Clinic. While some sufferers have difficulty falling asleep, others experience restful sleep or frequent awakening. Herbal sleep aids may help to enable restful sleep with fewer side effects than their…
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1. Build a Relationship With Your Son’s Doctor and Therapists Establishing a relationship with your son’s doctor can help you manage your child’s disorder. This is particularly important if your son is being treated with testosterone during his puberty and…
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Toilets account for about 30 percent of water used inside the home, the Environmental Protection Agency notes. By reducing your water consumption, you can help conserve the world’s supply while reducing your annual water and sewer expenses. A number of…
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January 7, 2014 Crisis Support
Sexual harassment stems from the need to control another person. This doesn’t necessarily mean that the individual being harassed is “weak.” More often than not, the person being preyed on (and make no mistake about it..you are prey) is in…
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January 7, 2014 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Allergic contact dermatitis develops when the body reacts to an allergen that touches the skin, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. In contrast to irritant dermatitis, which is caused by harsh chemicals or other irritants touching the skin,…
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Most aerobics music is structured in a series of four or eight count rhythms that repeat over and over. This makes organizing a workout from moves that take up two, four or eight counts of the music relatively easy. The…
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January 7, 2014 Crisis Support
You’ve done it a thousand times. That short walk to your car through the empty parking garage never gets shorter, but so are the ramifications of your position; long hours, and late nights. You’re taking all the precautions you know….
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Overview Oral care consists of taking care of your teeth and gums. Another term for it is dental hygiene. A preventive care regimen helps you to avoid painful and costly problems, maintain your ability to eat all types of foods…
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Losing a few pounds isn’t only good for your figure and your self esteem. According to the Mayo Clinic, exercising to lose weight can also help you sleep better, improve your mood and reduce your risk for diseases such as…
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Overview Cranberry juice is often suggested as a natural way to “detox” your body. The benefits of cranberries is extolled almost ad lib, with promoters of detox diets making assertions that the juice flushes “toxins” from your body as part…
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January 7, 2014 Sexual and Reproductive Health
AIDS, or acquired immune deficiency syndrome, is a chronic illness caused by the human immunodeficiency virus. AIDS is contracted through contaminated blood products and syringes, sexual contact with an infected person, and through mother-to-child transmission during childbirth. According to Mayo…
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January 7, 2014 Crisis Support
It is crucial to not tell a lie about others, especially one that involves sexual assault allegations. You will learn the consequences of falsely accusing someone of sexual assault. You can create a sense of guilt for yourself. Committing this…
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, depression is a mood disorder that causes a person to feel loss, sadness, anger and frustration. Everyone has experienced depression at some point in her life. However, in severe cases it can…
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Overview A backyard swimming pool offers fun and fitness for family and friends. But it’s also a magnet for accidents if you aren’t careful. It can be especially dangerous for young children or those who can’t swim. But by following…
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Overview Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross published a paper about the “Five Stages of Grief” in 1969, providing a universal tool for understanding what grief is and how to cope with it. More than four decades later, Kubler-Ross’s work in this field…
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January 7, 2014 Crisis Support
Support for families of criminals……….whoever heard of such a thing, and you won’t. Why should there be, the families are serving time right along with their loved one! You are left shunned and isolated as if you are in your…
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Perhaps you think the hot girl in the music store is out of your league. Maybe you think she is only going to go for some incredibly attractive and unique guy. Let me fill you in. If you are at…
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Overview Art therapy is a diagnostic and rehabilitation method that uses activities such as drawing, painting, photography and dance to express emotions and concerns. It also increases self-awareness and relays information about traumatic events or feelings. Art therapy is especially…
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1. Drain Your Sores If you’re fortunate enough that your MRSA infection is locally contained, you may only need to have your abscess drained to cure your condition. Doctors will usually try to do this first in appropriate cases, because…
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Psoriasis is an incurable skin disorder. The University of Maryland Medical Center estimates that more than 6 million people in the U. S. suffer from the red, scaly skin patches caused by this disease. The patches usually form on the…
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Overview Vitamin B-12, or cobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin necessary for the formation of red blood cells, the production of RNA and DNA and the functioning of the nervous system. Most vitamin B-12 is obtained through dietary sources and stored…
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January 7, 2014 Diet and Nutrition
It’s easy to get overwhelmed when unfinished projects await and deadlines loom nearby. By setting goals and working to achieve them, day by day and step by step, daunting tasks appear far less monstrous. Believe in personal abilities and ignite…
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Overview Your child’s baby teeth, also called primary teeth, help your child speak clearly, chew properly and form a path for her permanent teeth to grow, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Understanding how to take proper care…
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Overview People have been enjoying the therapeutic effects of saunas since ancient times. Nearly every culture has its version of a sauna, including the Finnish sauna, Russian bania, Turkish hammam, Korean kiln sauna and American Indian sweat lodge. Saunas help…
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A newborn baby sleeps approximately 16 hours a day, but the Mayo Clinic states that these hours are not all at once. In fact, your newborn may only sleep for a couple of hours at a time and not develop…
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If getting that first date with a man who’s caught your eye is exciting, then getting a request for a second date is absolutely breath-taking. Sometimes, though, that call the next day never comes, even when you thought your time…
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People have traditionally used Glycyrrhiza glabra, more commonly known as licorice, for treating sore throats, bronchitis, stomach ulcers and chronic hepatitis. The component glycyrrhizin seems to cause the side effects associated with licorice root, according to the University of Maryland…
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January 7, 2014 Crisis Support
Any kind of assault is traumatic but a sexual assault is particularly distressing. There is no distinction between the rape of women or men when it comes to severity or the law. Both are very serious crimes, carrying the same…
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