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- Weight Loss: Life and Death Begin in the Colon - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Eileen SilvaHidden Weight This might surprise you, but the average person who is neither overweight nor noticeably allergic to things is carrying around 7-25 pounds of dried fecal matter in the system. Overweight and allergic people may be harboring a lot more than that! The toxins from this accumulated ...
Views: 1194(2 votes) - FOUR VITAL FEATURES FAVORING THE USE OF FIXED COST PRICING MODEL FOR MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Jason GayaMedical Transcription companies have different pricing models for transcription services according to the needs of the client. Some of the pricing models offered by Medical transcription companies include: Fixed Cost Model Time and Material Model Offshore Development Model ...
Views: 1193 - Three Big Reasons to Exercise - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Winifred BraggPatients often ask me, “Why should I exercise?” Simply put, there are numerous benefits to exercise; however, I will discuss three major reasons to exercise on a regular basis. These benefits can be divided into three major categories I call PMP: (1) Physiological (2) Musculoskeletal and (3) ...
Views: 1193(1 vote) - FDA Recall of Virility Max - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Jack TaylorKeime Inc. voluntarily recalled one lot of its dietary supplement product sold under the name Virility Max, on Nov 10, 2011. The lot number of the recalled batch is Lot 10090571. The recall came after FDA lab analysis found Sulfoaildenafil, which is similar to Sildenafil, in the above mentioned ...
Views: 1192 - F.D.A. approves generic Lyrica (Pregabalin) as treatment of diabetic neuropathy - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2011 from Jenny PintoPeripheral Neuropathy Peripheral nervous system is the web of nerves that continuously reports all activities that occur in the body to the brain as well as convey orders from the brain and spinal cord to the various body parts. This system is very vital for the proper functioning of the ...
Views: 1191 - Prior Authorization For Advanced Imaging - A Nurse Reviewer's Perspective - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Terri RichardsMany insurance companies now require prior authorization for advanced imaging (MRI, CT, PET scan and Nuclear Medicine) and providers are being tasked with conforming to this process. What this means in most cases, is that the physician's office must now delegate a staff member or even create a ...
Views: 1191(1 vote) - Head Injury: A Practical Guide: You are an Expert Already… - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2015 from craig lock ("incorrigible encourager and people-builder")HEAD INJURY: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY... from https://headbraininjury.wordpress.com/2013/12/31/head-injury-a-practical-guide-you-are-an-expert-already/ Part of the text is reproduced by kind permission of Trevor Powell from his book Head Injury: A Practical Guide. The cognitive ...
Views: 1190 - Understanding how Phendimetrazine works - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Colby LucettaPhendimetrazine diet pills are the best appetite suppressant that can help you lose fat and become healthy. To know how Phendimetrazine works, you can visit a dietician and discuss the functionality of this weight reduce drug or take part in a health forum. Another way to understand how this ...
Views: 1190 - What Does it Feel Like to be Brain Damaged? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: What Does it Feel Like to be Brain Damaged? Author: Frederick R. Linge, Clinical Psychologist Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, traumatic brain injury, brain trauma, medical resources, medical information , neuro-psychology, brain, brain ...
Views: 1190 - Recognizing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for Early Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Wendy LauA disorder that affects the wrists and hands, carpal tunnel syndrome is often thought of as just a simple cramp that will go away when the hands are properly rested. Because of lack of information, most of us would ignore the signs and symptoms of this disorder, only seeking treatment when it is ...
Views: 1189 - Why You Need a Good Primary Care Doctor - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Zen-Jay ChuangLet’s hope that you do not have to see a doctor for any health problems for a long time, if ever. But you do need health maintenance visits. Just like your car, your body needs to be checked and maintained on a regular basis for it to run in top shape. For a regular maintenance check, ...
Views: 1189 - Cure For Stuttering - Stop Stuttering Effectively With DAF And GILCU - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2012 from Marlin NilStuttering as a speech disorder poses a lot of beliefs and theories concerning its origin and characteristics. One of them is the belief that stuttering is a result of the mismatch between a person’s speech capacities and the demands the person receives from the environment. A person may ...
Views: 1185 - Relieve Your Dark Secret - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Tasha BainDark underarms are common amongst women, and occasionally seen as a blemish in the journey for lovely skin. There's an associated embarrassment when it involves dark underarms. Ladies with this issue often avoid wearing revealing swimsuits, tank tops and anything that's sleeveless all due to the ...
Views: 1183 - Goiter is Caused Mainly Due to Iodine Deficiency - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Oindrila DasGoiter is a thyroid disease which mainly occurs due to deficiency of iodine and also hormonal imbalance in the body. There are no symptoms as such. Goiter is a type of disease in which the thyroid gland of the individual swells and as a result, it also causes the swelling in the neck and the ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - Main Causes Of Traumatic Brain Injuries And Why TBI Outcomes Are Different For Every Patient - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2023 from Leon EdwardIn the United States, the most common causes of TBI include falls (35.2%), motorcycle and car accidents, automobile accidents involving pedestrians (17.3%) and assaults (10%) with or without a weapon. Athletics and sports also cause a lot of TBI. In the U.S., combat head injuries are also ...
Views: 1182 - Breast Cancer Chemotherapy Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from alina kapurChemotherapy is often abbreviated and commonly known as ‘Chemo’. It is a systematic treatment that is used to kill cancer cells. It affects the whole body by going through the bloodstream. Chemotherapy uses medicines to weaken and destroy cells at the cancer affected area. It is used either to ...
Views: 1179(2 votes) - Yaz-Yasmin Class Action Lawsuit Denied by Federal Judge - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Jack TaylorA proposal to certify a national class action suit of users claiming to being harmed by Yaz or Yasmin had been denied by a federal judge. The ruling was issued by the same federal judge who was managing the multi-district litigation (MDL) over the birth control pill Yaz-Yasmin. The MDL ...
Views: 1179 - Medications for travel sickness - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Ian CasparTravelling today is very common and people suffering from conditions such as travel sickness, more popularly known as motion sickness, find it extremely difficult to travel. Usually, people experience such sickness when travelling by car, but some may experience it while travelling by air or sea ...
Views: 1178 - Breast Cancer - How To Succeed 5 - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Peter RadfordEpidemiology Continued Even though numerous epidemiological risk factors have been fully documented, it is still evident that the formation of many specific breast cancers has not been determined. Accordingly, epidemiological research derives the manner in which breast cancer manifests ...
Views: 1177(3 votes) - Chelation therapy: Confused by claims of benefits? Oral chelation is not created equal! - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Conrad MaulfairAlthough oral chelation is promoted as “safe, fast and cost effective” by its manufacturers, it cannot produce the results of intravenous treatments given under the supervision of trained doctors who carefully monitor your progress with sophisticated diagnostics. And you may not want to guess ...
Views: 1177 - Focusing on Low Penis Sensitivity – How it May Make the Problem Worse - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from John DuganMen with low penis sensitivity rates may awaken each morning with the same question thrumming in their minds: "Is it better today?" As the day goes on, they may sneak away from business meetings, family gatherings and other social opportunities in order to drop trou and check out their ...
Views: 1175(1 vote) - Iron supplements side effect - by Submitted on May 25, 2013 from devendra rathoreIron deficiency anemia is caused because of attenuated absorption of iron or hypo-acidity in abdomen or a defect in enteral membrane. just in case of deficiency, daily supplements of sixty mg iron and five hundred mg of vitamin B square measure typically prescribed. Our body should be able to ...
Views: 1175 - Relief from Anxiety and Stress during Menopause - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from William RuthA woman can be overwhelmed by stress when entering menopause. Reaching the point in your life when your body changes significantly is bound to elicit many emotions, especially when your body changes as drastically as it does during menopause. Feelings of sadness and lack of motivation ...
Views: 1175 - Can Herbs Really Improve Blood Circulation? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Erick PaulIf you are suffering from poor circulation, then you may be at risk for many health problems, including stroke, aneurysm, chronic fatigue, dizziness and heart attack. Taking a proactive approach to improving blood circulation is crucial to avoiding these health problems. If you want to know ...
Views: 1173 - Hair Loss: Causes and Effective Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2018 from Radium Medical AestheticsA head of distinctively thick, black hair symbolises strength and virility. In ancient Greece, men with long hair are often associated with wealth and power, while a shaven head was worn by slaves. Even in today's context, losing your hair at any age can be distressing. Many people assume ...
Views: 1173 - 6 Ways to Prevent Driver Fatigue - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Dunya CarterFrom cross-country truckers to families headed on vacation, anyone that gets behind the wheel for a long drive can become a victim of driver fatigue. While nobody truly means harm when they drive while sleepy, drowsy drivers can be just as hazardous as drunk drivers. Apart from the immediate ...
Views: 1172(1 vote) - Herpes Outbreaks - How to Cope! - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Nanci ElliottFor those that carry the HSV2 virus, genital herpes outbreaks can be an embarrassing part of life. It does not have to be this way. Having genital herpes is not different from having the flu or a cold virus. Only that because HSV2 is most often sexually transmitted there can be shame and fear ...
Views: 1171(1 vote) - Enteropathic arthritis and IBD - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Daniel DisusaA disease condition that triggers the onset of an array of non-specific digestive disorders and debilitating gastrointestinal inflammation, inflammatory bowel disease is not restricted to illnesses pertaining to the gut alone. Apart from abdominal pain, diarrhoea, cramps, and weight loss, IBD ...
Views: 1169(1 vote) - How to Get Rid Of Tonsil Stones Naturally - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from tonsil stoneIf your throat has been shouting pain and never seems to heal, or if you have had those white or yellowish lump like structures in your throat; you are probably suffering from tonsil stones. You might have often stared at them in the mirror and wondered how to get rid of tonsil stones. These ...
Views: 1169 - Surprising Effects on Your Body When You Start Detoxification - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2017 from Harshad JethraYou might be surprised to realize that the body undergoes a series of reaction whenever one chooses to go for a detoxification process, and the effects are more prominent in the initial days as one chooses to make a start. This is because when one goes for a detox cleanse, the build of toxins ...
Views: 1169 - Heart Bypass and Kidney Failure Linked to Trasylol - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2008 from Paul JusticeIf you have recently developed kidney failure and have also undergone heart bypass surgery, the Trasylol may have been the cause. For people who were administered Trasylol during their heart bypass surgery may have caused their kidney failure. Trasylol, manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals, has ...
Views: 1168 - Are Low Fat Diets Helping to Cause Type 2 Diabetes? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Byron RichardsResearchers at the Harvard School of Public Health1, in a study funded by the National Institutes of Health, have come to the conclusion that dietary intake of high-fat dairy offers significant protection against developing a variety of metabolic problems, including the onset of type 2 diabetes. ...
Views: 1166 - Periodontal Disease Influencing Psoriasis - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Piero PolicicchioFrom time to time, we may wonder if one disease in the body may cause another disease to crop up. It may seem strange how some seemingly unrelated diseases are linked, but as more and more research is done, we find those links do exist. Take psoriasis, an autoimmune disease (as is rheumatoid ...
Views: 1166 - Being Your Best Health Care Advocate - Part 2 - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisYou gathered new information. You have questions about a many different issues. Now you want answers. Where do you find the answers to your questions? What resources do you have to get the answers about your health in particular? Your doctor is you’re first thought, but you have only one ...
Views: 1165 - Think Twice Before Visiting the Emergency Room - Do You Really Have a Life-Threatening Condition? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Joy CutlerHave you ever thought about going to the emergency room but weren’t sure whether or not you really should? Most of us have likely been in this situation at least once in our lives - perhaps at a time when we felt so miserable and were so desperate to get better that even sitting for four hours ...
Views: 1164 - Reasons for buying medicine from online pharmacy - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from Jack DurstonWith the passage of time, more and more people are becoming aware about using internet. It provides us information on various fields like education, business, and media etc. though this, we can not only communicate with people but also at the same time can do online shopping of various things ...
Views: 1163 - Are you piercing for reasonable Minimal invasive spine surgery cost in India? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2017 from spinesurgery indiaYes, let me tell you that choosing India as the best option for minimally invasive surgery is a good decision to get better surgery because the literally affordable minimal invasive spine surgery cost in India matter's for middle-class people otherwise if they think they can't afford then they ...
Views: 1161 - Bio Care Hospital's Unique Approach To Integrative Medicine - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Janiel ShokBio Care Hospital is located in beautiful Tijuana, Mexico, joining a growing number of facilities throughout Mexico and South America that offer an integrated approach to health and wellness. Bio Care Hospital offers options to international patients seeking a combination of traditional and ...
Views: 1161 - Drug addiction rehabs and ongoing treatment options - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Doug MeadMany drug addiction rehab centers offer programs that show patients how to stay clean on a daily basis. At 12 Palms Recovery Center, patients can follow up with several ongoing treatment options designed to maintain a clean and sober way of life. Many drug addiction rehab centers focus on ...
Views: 1157 - Symptoms of Throat Cancer – Know Which Ones to Look Out For - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanThroat cancer is not as common as the other types of cancers, but that does not mean it is less serious. As of the 2011 poll, it has been estimated that there are 16,000 new cases of throat cancer and 6,000 deaths as well. Things are looking good for throat cancer, though, for it has a better ...
Views: 1157 - Customized Drugs - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Kristien WilkinsonBefore the days of Pfizer, GlaxoSmithKline, and other pharmaceutical giants of today, prescription drugs were produced in much smaller quantities through compounding. This is the process of combining, mixing, or altering ingredients to form a drug product and is performed by a licensed ...
Views: 1156 - Eye surgeons in India - discount for effective treatment - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Atul SharmaEye surgeons in India are one of the most holy professionals .As the number of eye related illnesses continue to rise, a regular check-up for your loved one’s is now becoming the custom. These professionals, better known as ophthalmologist surgeons can easily treat most of the eye problems that ...
Views: 1156 - How Can Treat Erectile Dysfunction Naturally - Weird Ways to Boost Your Love Life - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2019 from Jack LuryHow Can Treat Erectile Dysfunction Naturally - Weird Ways to Boost Your Love Life So however so much will men head to enhance their sex lives? ED is taken into account a tragic experience for men that suffer with erection difficulties. Taking sexual pills for dysfunction looks like the best ...
Views: 1156 - Be prepared for allergy season before it gets rough on your health - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2013 from Bhavesh BhatiaDepending on your body’s immune system, you may be prone to certain types of allergies and accordingly, allergy season can cause problems for you any time of the year. Moreover, seasonal allergies can affect any individual at any time. Spring time is typically considered as allergy season as ...
Views: 1155 - Know More About Poison Ivy Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Danica SusanHave you ever experienced a poison ivy rash? I’m sure a lot of people will agree that getting poison ivy rash is not one of the most comfortable things in the world. The way I see it, suffering from itchy skin is more uncomfortable than suffering from body pains. With body pains, you can drink ...
Views: 1155 - Colon Cancer: What you should know - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2007 from deborah imaniColon Cancer: What you should know.. Colon cancer is currently the number two cause of cancer death in the United States - only second to lung cancer today. In recent years, there has been a lot of good news regarding colon cancer; however, we know now that with relatively very simple ...
Views: 1153 - Can Raspberries Save You From Oral Cancer? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneOral cancer affects approximately 40,000 people in the United States each year. Oral Cancer kills one person every hour, every day totaling about 8,000 deaths per year. Only a little Can Black Raspberries Stop Oral Cancer? more than half of those 40,000 diagnosed, will be alive in 5 years. ...
Views: 1151(1 vote) - Laser Hair Removal Treatment- important Care after IPL - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Thai kumarAlthough IPL Laser Hair Removals or any Laser hair removal is an easy and much simple process, and it does require a complete and daily care in there the skin that was treated. Normally there is small recovery time needed regarding Laser and IPL Laser Hair Removal's procedures of hair removal. ...
Views: 1151 - Cheap Viagra can help add more zing to your sex life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2012 from Edwick SlamIf a person is suffering from the erectile dysfunction, the main medicine is Viagra. For the high price of Viagra, all of the persons are not eligible for purchasing the medicine. But it is as a serious disease that it can kill the relation of a man and woman who are in love and they may be of ...
Views: 1150 - Head Lice Treatment: Accepting Them as a Part of Everyday Life - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Lewis R HumphriesWhile not exactly the most pleasant of affliction, head lice have to be accepted as a common feature of both life and parenthood. It is certainly no reflection on your standing as a parent, and the fact remains that anywhere between 6 and 12 million U.S. children contract head lice every single ...
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