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- Online Consultation - Boon for the Elderly - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2016 from Taara SinghEveryone reaches a stage in their lives when as an adult you suddenly are in the category of the elders. You are a senior citizen. It is a turning point in life. The body and all the faculties slow down, you are behind the current times, trends and technology. And the unkindest cut is taking ...
Views: 1108 - Vision Loss: How to Prevent and Address Glaucoma - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2016 from Anica OaksGlaucoma is a disease that directly affects the eye. With glaucoma, the eye experiences increased pressure. As a result, the eye slowly loses sight and function. This sounds like a scary concept, but there are ways to prevent it and even attack it. Consider these four measures you can take now ...
Views: 1174 - Health Care For Senior Citizens – The Medicare Advantage Plan - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2016 from Sagar MandanSenior citizens face the important decision of choosing a healthcare insurance plan as they advance in years. Many are concerned about life after retirement and the increasing costs of healthcare and health maintenance. They are often unsure which plan best suits their needs at the lowest ...
Views: 1321 - How Safe is Cholesterol Drugs? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2017 from Knowell LadnerOur bodies produce anti-cholesterol cells. These antibody cells fight to reduce high levels of LDL and VLDL cholesterol. However, due to our “inactive” lifestyles, the cholesterol levels overwhelm the antibody cells, and we need to substitute their role with prescription medicine. Statins are ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - Causes, symptoms, and treatments of Cloudy Urine - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneHaving cloudy urine is not unusual and, in many cases, it is no reason for alarm. However, it just might be a sign of an underlying health condition. Healthy urine is clear and light yellow in color. Unhealthy urine can be cloudy, hazy, or milky looking. This can occur for a number of ...
Views: 1135 - Causes and symptoms of Tightness in chest - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTightness in chest can be a discomforting sensation experienced between the upper abdomen and the neck. Chest tightness can occur at any age and can be a sign of a serious health problem. More often than not, chest tightness is a sign of a cardiovascular event or issue such as heart attack or ...
Views: 998 - 4 Ways Medical Advances are Changing Healthcare - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyConsumer demand is the mother of invention, and the healthcare system has reinvented itself astonishingly in recent years. The challenges have ranged from cumbersome, paper medical records to outdated, lengthy treatment plans. With the introduction of medical software, systems can make access ...
Views: 810 - Magic Onions - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2016 from Ada BrownOnion is a rich source for vitamin, mineral, antioxidants and many other substances our bodies need for well being. Besides with its low calorie content and wonderful taste, it’s perfect as a daily vegetable. Not limited to these benefits, onions are there to bring more to our health as a ...
Views: 944 - Healthy Ways of Minimizing the Common Unwanted Odors. - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2016 from Karen ColeThere are loads of odors have on indoor air quality and general quality of life. While considerable measures of the foods we prepare smell delightful while cooking, the odors abandoned are not as appealing the following day. Bacon fat, fish, and curry are only a couple of the fundamental guilty ...
Views: 1129 - Precautions After a Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Dr. Nitish JhawarLaparoscopic gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) removes the gallbladder and gallstones through several small cuts (incisions) in the abdomen. The surgeon inflates patient’s abdomen with air or carbon dioxide in order to see clearly. Sometimes patients are nauseated after waking from the ...
Views: 3427 - IBS diet: What to eat, What not to - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients can better manage their symptoms with an IBS-specific diet. IBS symptoms are often triggered by food, so sticking to an IBS diet can reduce severity and flare-ups. Unlike the case of a gluten-free diet and celiac disease, an IBS diet is not a ...
Views: 945 - Question and Answers related to Hernia by Dr. Nitish Jhawar - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2016 from Dr. Nitish JhawarDr. Nitish Jhawar is answering questions related to Hernia in Times of India 1Q. I am a 25 yr old sportsman. I noticed a lump in my groin 3 days ago. My family physician diagnosed it as hernia & advised surgical opinion want to know what a Hernia is? A. Hernia is a protrusion of contents ...
Views: 681 - Tips on How to Treat Hernia Naturally. - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2016 from Karen ColeHernia is a typical condition discovered for the most part in more seasoned grown-ups which can bring about extremely uncomfortable physical symptoms. It is assessed that around 60% of individuals beyond 50 years old have it. Luckily, there are viable natural remedies and lifestyle changes that ...
Views: 1102(1 vote) - 4 Ways to Keep Your Family's Oral Health in Great Shape - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyDaily oral hygiene habits such as brushing and flossing are your family's first line of defense against tooth decay and gum disease, but your loved ones might be damaging their teeth without even realizing it. Everything from the foods we eat to the mouthwash we buy at the market can impact the ...
Views: 767 - 5-Shot Friday, 9/23/16: Sugar Daddies, Going Hard, Cooling Down, Pumpkin Spice, And Getting Fixed - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2016 from Sharlena FosterHello, and welcome to the 15th installation of 5-Shot Friday. 1. Sugar Daddies Were (Are) Mean This CNN article reviews the startling evidence (well, maybe not so startling since the subject is an industry based on profitable consumption) that the American sugar industry “sponsored a ...
Views: 869 - Cognitive Problems after Traumatic Brain Injury - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2016 from craig lock ("incorrigible encourager and people-builder")What is cognition? Cognition is the act of knowing or thinking. It includes the ability to choose, understand, remember and use information. Cognition includes: Attention and concentration Processing and understanding information Memory Communication Planning, organizing, and ...
Views: 1420 - MVS Engineering and its Work in Heat Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2016 from Gaurav GautamMVS Engineering is a dominant player in the business of supplying Onsite Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Hydrogen gas generation solutions. The company, established in 1977 has been a pioneer in providing gas generation solutions to over 7000 units across the world. The company is ISO 9001 ...
Views: 957 - Precautions after a Nissen (laparoscopic) Fundoplication Surgery for GERD - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2016 from Dr. Nitish JhawarLaparoscopic Nissen fundoplication is a surgical approach to treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This surgery aims to strengthen the weakened area of the esophagus that causes stomach acid to flow up instead of down. Nissen fundoplication surgery is designed to fix the weak area of ...
Views: 1066 - Do’s and Don'ts After Hip Replacement Surgery! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2016 from Kimmie RollisonAfter undergoing Hip replacement surgery, life seems to be the same as it was before surgery. But still you need to take precautions and be alert at times to protect your new hip. The goal is to get you back to the activities that you were able to do before your hip fracture. Precautions are ...
Views: 9022 - VAAFT: Best Anal Fistula Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2016 from Dr. Nitish JhawarVideo Assisted Anal Fistula Treatment, also known as VAAFT is so far the newest and most advanced surgical intervention introduced for Fistula-in-ano. This procedure is usually done under general anesthesia, where a tiny telescope is entered through the external opening of the site of the skin ...
Views: 667 - Is Pitavastatin Superior than Pravastatin? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2016 from Ada BrownAccording to several recent researches and related reports the answer for the title question is right-pitavastatin is better than pravastatin in inhibiting the inflammation condition on HIV carriers and also showed higher capability in other aspects regarding the patients. Pravastatin, a ...
Views: 866 - Importance of Science and Anatomy Study - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2016 from Adler ConwayEven today science is a subject which is adored and taken by lakhs of students from every part of the globe. There are students who study day and night to clear the entrance to get educated from a very good university. Biology is one of the subject which has maximum competition even today in the ...
Views: 847 - Hemiparesis Overview After A Stroke or TBI with Associated Conditions and Initial Care You Should Expect With Tips on Rehab and Communication - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Leon EdwardHemiparesis is a medical term that refers to weakness in one side of the body. “Hemi” means half and “paresis” means weakness. It is also associated with the medical term hemiplegia, which means paralysis of one side of the body. For individuals affected with hemiparesis, there is still ...
Views: 3619(2 votes) - How Drug Use Could Endanger Your Mental Health - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2016 from Anica OaksMany people might think that only major conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder denote mental illness. However, many common symptoms like anxiety, sadness, mood swings and insomnia indicate poor mental health and often signify underlying conditions. Using drugs can make these feelings ...
Views: 1535 - What Are The Different Types Of Pituitary Tumor Surgery? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2016 from Kimmie RollisonOverview Pituitary tumor is an abnormal growth in the pituitary gland which is the part of the brain that regulates the body’s balance of hormones. Pituitary gland produces many important hormones of the body. Some pituitary tumors result in too many hormones and cause pituitary gland to ...
Views: 7369(1 vote) - Combating Osteoporosis and Osteopenia - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukA treatment discussion about osteoporosis or osteopenia is not complete without considering electromagnetic stimulation of the bones. While nutrition, exercise, hormone balancing, and supplements are critical to adequate bone formation (particularly post-menopause), they are often not enough. ...
Views: 8908(1 vote) - The increasing awareness regarding the alternative health supply benefits - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2016 from Jeo NashIt is a fact that generations the preceded ours were less prone to illness and health issues than us. As the world has speeded up and become more modernized, ore robotic, and definitely faster paced, we find ourselves facing big as well as small health issues, which have become a nagging ...
Views: 596 - How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Let You Feel More Awake - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2016 from Leon EdwardCognitive behavioral therapy is a psychotherapeutic method-- a technique used by psychologists for them to help heal patients dealing with various mental health disorders like stress and depression. The basic premise behind the process is to evaluate the governing thought processes that help ...
Views: 1381 - Stem Cell Fate Controller - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2016 from Ada BrownSimpler stem cell development dictators are captured by scientists from the City University of New York. The molecules found with the ability to control the fate of stem cells are metabolites. The finding will greatly decrease the cost involved in stem cells specified differentiation which is ...
Views: 910 - How can wet labs be helpful for industries? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2016 from Adler ConwayThese days it’s truly important to clean the industrial waste on regular basis. There are a lot of companies which are into oil and gas, chemical and petroleum field and so on. These companies have to get their industrial waste cleaned on regular basis. It will not only allow them to keep the ...
Views: 878 - Laparoscopic Fundoplication is reliable surgical procedure for GERD - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2016 from Dr. Nitish JhawarAre you also suffering from mild or severe heartburn and regurgitation which interferes with your day to day activities? Then, you may be a victim of the commonly prevailing condition known as Gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. This occurs due to reflux of stomach acids from the stomach ...
Views: 599 - Risks Associated with Statin Medication - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Julie DohertyStatins are drugs that are widely prescribed to supposedly lower "bad" cholesterol, therefore reducing the risk of heart problems. Recent studies have revealed that the damage that they cause to your health, far out ways any apparent improvements they are claimed to have. The sad news is ...
Views: 1257 - 5-Shot Friday, 7/8/16: Ancient Enemy, Bulletproof Coffee, And The Price Of Nice - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2016 from Sharlena FosterHello, and welcome to the 7th July installation of 5-Shot Friday 1) Morning Workouts, My Ancient Enemy If you’re not a morning lark, but a night owl like myself, it is painful – excruciating – to get up at 5:30 to get the body moving. It would be pointless torture…were it not for the ...
Views: 926 - Effective Relief From Back Pain and Facet Joint Arthritis - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2016 from Harshad JethraLower back pain is a commonplace condition, and can affect a person at any age. Seniors are nevertheless more vulnerable to back pain, and if a person is over 60 years of age, in many cases, the underlying cause of lower back pain is degenerative joints of the spine. Osteoarthritis and spinal ...
Views: 1199 - Topical Remedies - Greatly Effective For Osteoarthritis Treatment - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2016 from Harshad JethraOsteoarthritis is an ailment that afflicts our joints. The ailment is extremely common, especially among seniors, and more common still among women who are seniors. In our bodies, joints facilitate our bones to move, but within limits which are controlled. And to prevent friction among ...
Views: 1032 - How Effective Can A Topical Remedy Be For Relief From Back Pain? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraAn alarming number of people across the world are intrigued by pain in the lower back, and around 70 to 85% people have suffered from lower back pain at some or the other point of time in their lives. For people who are younger than 45, pain in lower back is the most common cause of activity ...
Views: 1193 - Alcohol Poisoning - Its Effects - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraAlcohol poisoning has come across as an issue of significant proportions, and just about anyone who drinks, is at risk. The risk factor is higher still for binge drinkers. Mechanism of Alcohol Poisoning There is a certain mechanism which is associated with alcohol poisoning; the liver then ...
Views: 1345 - Some Basic Lifestyle Changes That Let One Keep a Check on Hypertension - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2016 from Harshad JethraA large percentage of us are afflicted by hypertension, and it is a condition which calls for attention. Even while one has no symptom of hypertension, if one is ailing from the condition, it can lead to or aggravate secondary disorders, like heart attack and stroke. Some other health conditions ...
Views: 1147(1 vote) - Online Medical Stores are good for patients - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2016 from Jeo NashThere is wide availability of the online medical stores. They have a lot of benefits available for the patients, from where they can purchase the medicines as well as the medicinal products at ease. Prices are low and it can be purchased at ease. The cost of the drugs at the online stores is ...
Views: 631 - The Applications of Isotope Analysis in Our Lives - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2016 from Ada BrownFrom food adulteration to fossil backtrack, even meat production site identification, isotope analysis plays a significant role in both scientific researches and our daily lives. The examples are included but limited, the potential of the single tech and its deductive techniques are far beyond ...
Views: 882 - Medical marijuana possibly eliminates need for other medications - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneMedical marijuana is growing in popularity so much that the states where the use is legalized have seen a decline in pain medication prescriptions. Researchers found that in cases where medical marijuana can address a particular ailment, medications that do the same are less prescribed. On ...
Views: 1438 - Naturally Healthy: 5 Alternatives to Risky Medications - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Meghan BelnapMedications often treat symptoms instead of underlying causes and come with potentially dangerous side effects. Throughout the history of the PDMA (Prescription Drug Marketing Act), first passed in 1987, drug manufacturers have been forced to be more transparent about these risks. However, even ...
Views: 817(1 vote) - Medical Problems? 4 Reasons to Seek Help Right Away - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyIf you or someone you know has been experiencing medical problems that include persistent, recurrent or worsening symptoms, it’s time to make an appointment with a doctor. When serious symptoms and conditions begin to present themselves it is essential to seek medical attention as soon as you ...
Views: 726(1 vote) - Health Issues after Traumatic Brain Injury or Severe Head Injuries - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhat Is a Traumatic Brain Injury? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) comes in two forms. Either a violent blow to the head causes the brain to strike the inside of the skull, or an object penetrates the brain. This kind of injury can be very serious. It may cause bleeding or swelling of the brain ...
Views: 1603(1 vote) - Cheap and Portable Nanoprobes for Prostate Tumor Cells Examination - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Ada BrownScientist Colin Compbell with his teamers from the University of Edinburgh developed a new method for tumor cell condition inspection for more personalized treatment. But at present, the method is limited to prostate cancer cells, and the study for wider application is undergoing. Prostate ...
Views: 887 - Cadaver Labs provides you the freedom to study Anatomy - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2016 from Adler ConwayThere are a lot of experts and scientists you take their valuable time just to understand and examine dead to know the inner condition of the body and the way it functions. The study of anatomy today has grown in a very advance manner as there are a lot of students who like to take this up ...
Views: 782 - Doctors Name Monsanto’s Larvicide As Cause of Brazilian Microcephaly Outbreak - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2016 from Richard RuhlingA report from the Argentine doctors’ organization, Physicians in the Crop-Sprayed Towns, challenges the theory that the Zika virus epidemic in Brazil is the cause of the increase in the birth defect microcephaly among newborns. The increase in this birth defect, in which the baby is born ...
Views: 1129 - Severe Head Injuries Don’t Always Lead to Dementia But You Need to Be Aware of these Signs - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2017 from Leon EdwardAfter a sever head injury, A person who may be suffering from a Traumatic Brain Injury, also known as a TBI and experience mild or significant short-term memory loss. However, loss of short-term memory does not mean that the individual is automatically a candidate for developing dementia or ...
Views: 1786 - Coping with a Parkinson's diagnosis - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2016 from Kevin RobertsonThe details of the moment Jamie Fobert found out that he had Parkinson's disease at 40, are etched forever in his mind. “I heard the words Parkinson's disease. I looked down at my watch; it was 10:20 a.m., June 30, 2010. I was bent over, my head down, my elbows on my knees and then it was a ...
Views: 1025 - Virtual Reality brings real life Parkinson's awareness - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2016 from Kevin RobertsonCanadian neuroscientist Kaylena Ehgoetz Martens has more than an academic interest in uncovering the reasons why almost half of everyone in the advanced stages of Parkinson's disease experiences terrifying moments of being unable to move. For three years, Ehgoetz Martens worked at an ...
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