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The bacterium known as Streptococcus pyogenes produces infections that can cause strep throat, scarlet fever, toxic shock syndrome, impetigo and other illnesses, the National Institutes of Health reports. The bacterium is classified as the cause of Group A streptococcal infections….
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Normal Range for LDL

Overview If low-density lipoprotein starred in a western, it would wear the black hat. This little particle, proliferated by fatty foods and inactivity, is the major culprit behind hardening your arteries and increasing your risk for heart attack and stroke,…
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Female Ejaculation

Overview There is a some disagreement over whether or not there really is a form of “female ejaculation.” Female ejaculation is thought to be a release of fluid from the Skene’s glands. These glands are located inside the urethra. The…
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Back Workouts – Weight Training Exercises To Build Big Lats

If you want the broad back, narrow waist look–you need to build big lats. The lats are the biggest muscle group in the back and cover a large area, primarily in the mid to lower back region. The lats are…
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Tips to Conserve Water

Although two-thirds of the surface of this planet is covered in water, less than 1 percent of all water on earth is drinkable. According to Water Encyclopedia, 97 percent of Earth’s water is in oceans that naturally contain so much…
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Products for the Vision Impaired

Products for the visually impaired can make a huge difference in the life of someone with mild or severe vision loss. Some products, such as weak magnifiers and special lamps, are easy to purchase at a craft, lighting or department…
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Teen Pregnancy

Overview According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States has the highest teenage pregnancy rate of all developed countries. About 1 million teenagers become pregnant each year and 95 percent of those pregnancies are unintended. Of…
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Pelvic Exam

Overview Routine pelvic exams are important for good reproductive health. A woman should have her first GYN exam when she first thinks about becoming sexually active, when she becomes sexually active or when she turns 18. At the gynecologist, you…
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What Are the Benefits of Acidophilus?

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a probiotic, meaning simply that it is an organism taken medicinally or as a health supplement. Lactobacilli are bacteria that live in the gastrointestinal tract and vagina in humans. Depletion of the natural concentrations of the healthful…
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What Are the Physical Symptoms of Alcohol Abuse?

Overview Alcohol abuse or alcoholism affects about 14 million people in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). In addition to the symptoms experienced while a…
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Cheap Ways to Convert a Home to Solar

Contributor December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition

Solar power can be expensive to install. However, once installed, there is a significant cost benefit in the long term. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that conversion to a solar water heater can reduce your water heating bills 50…
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Weight Loss Techniques for Wrestling

Losing weight for wrestling can be dangerous ground. A 184-pound wrestler who wants to get down to 175 pounds can do so, but it should be done over a six-week period and not in the final days before a match….
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Marijuana

Contributor December 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty

Overview According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, marijuana is the most widely used illicit drug in the United States. The survey shows that 76.3 million people–about one in four–have tried marijuana at least once. Marijuana is…
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How to Do Self-Massage

Overview Massage is one of the easiest ways to attain and maintain good health and well-being. Tension headaches, insomnia, aches and pains, tension and stress can all be easily alleviated with our hands. Massage has amazing effects on the health…
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Fitness Tips for Teenage Girls

Contributor December 26, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health

Physical fitness includes heart health and muscle strength, stamina and flexibility. For teenage girls, good fitness can help improve athletic performance, avoid injury and prevent health problems later in life, such as osteoporosis. If you are a teenage girl, follow…
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Causes of a Latex Allergy Rash

Latex allergy is a reaction which occurs after coming into contact with the rubber protein in latex. The allergic reaction can range from a mild skin rash to a more life threatening reaction, including hives, chest tightness or difficulty breathing….
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Federal Rates Effects on CD Rates

Ganelle Davis December 26, 2013 Communication

The Federal Reserve, or Fed, uses monetary policy tools, such as changes in the discount rate, to influence the U.S. economy. By modifying the interest rates charged to banks, the Fed attempts to improve long-term economic growth and stability. Federal…
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The joys of learning from elderly relatives

What are some of the myriad of reasons, why we should listen to our elderly relatives? Guidance, advice, precautionary measures and some good gossip, may be some of the reasons that we should listen to our elderly relatives. While listening…
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Masturbation

Contributor December 26, 2013 Sexual and Reproductive Health

Overview Masturbation can be defined as self-stimulation to cause sexual excitement. The use of the word masturbation suggests that the person is manipulating his or her genitals to the point of intense pleasure or orgasm. An orgasm is a period…
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Male Puberty Stages

Contributor December 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty

Overview Sooner or later, every boy goes through puberty. Puberty is the period of time when sexual characteristics develop and sexual organs mature. There is a significant growth spurt and the timing of that ‘spurt’ can vary from person to…
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Breasts

Contributor December 26, 2013 Women's Health

Breast Questions: Part 1 Why Do Girls’ Breasts Get Bigger? There are two main factors that influence the growth of breasts: nutrition and genetics. Breast growth happens during puberty . The pubertal hormones produced by the pituitary gland (located in…
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How to Work Out With Rotating Push-Up Bars

Overview Push-ups are a great upper body and core exercise. Best of all, they do not require a dime or a gym membership to perform. They can be done right at home. Within the past few years, rotating push-up bars…
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Does Size Really Matter?

Contributor December 26, 2013 Skincare and Beauty

Overview Many men question the adequacy of the size of their penis. This is a normal and common feeling, especially if you are not sexually active or are considering becoming sexually active. However, the only functions for a man’s penis…
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The Effects of Chair Massages

Chair massage is a type of massage utilizing a special chair in which the client sits forward, allowing a massage therapist access to the neck, shoulders and back. Often, the arms and hands are also worked on during a chair…
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Aerobic & Anaerobic Workouts

When referring to any exercise, there are two basic movement classifications. Aerobic exercise, or exercise that uses oxygen for energy, is often low intensity and performed over a long period of time. Anaerobic exercise, on the other hand, primarily uses…
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Nutritional Information for Splenda Brown Sugar

Contributor December 26, 2013 Diet and Nutrition

Overview Splenda is a brand of artificial sweetener that uses sucralose instead of sugar. Sucralose is much sweeter than sugar but has no calories, although other ingredients in Splenda do contain calories. Splenda Brown Sugar Blend is a product under…
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Daily Calorie Needs for Weight Loss

Overview More than 30 percent of American adults are obese, according to a study conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics, a division of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you need to lose weight, reducing…
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What Is a Safe Heart Rate During Pregnancy?

Overview Exercise is recommended for all people to maintain their health, including pregnant women. Pregnant women should get approximately 30 minutes of moderate exercise on most, if not all, days of the week, according to the American Congress of Obstetricians…
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Birth Control Methods