August 15, 2008
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes you to stop breathing during the night. Sufferers can suffer hundreds of brief periods during the night when they stop breathing for...
August 9, 2008
Hemorrhoids can be both embarrassing and irritating. These swollen blood vessels appearing on the outside of the body can cause pain, itching and burning. The good news, however,...
August 9, 2008
Athlete’s foot is an irritating condition that can strike with little warning. If you find your feet burning and itching on a regular basis, this fungus might be the culprit....
August 9, 2008
Urinary track infections or UTIs can be painful infections that if left untreated, can cause damage to the bladder and kidneys. These infections are caused when bacteria or organisms...
August 6, 2008
A vaginal yeast infection can almost drive a woman crazy. The itching and burning distracts from almost everything else in your life. Yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth...
August 6, 2008
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the result of an overgrowth of bacteria in a woman’s vagina. The vagina normally has bacteria but BV occurs when the type of bacteria changes and...
August 6, 2008
Tinnitus is an incurable ringing, whistling or buzzing noise in the ears. Sufferers complain of agitation, inability to sleep and difficulty concentrating due to the constant sound....
July 14, 2008
Osteoarthritis is a common form of arthritis resulting from joint deterioration. It highly affects the elderly and the onset of this type arthritis increases in adults middle-aged...
June 23, 2008
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), affects an estimated 10% of the U.S. population. A proper diet and exercise can significantly decrease your chances of experiencing this...
May 21, 2008
There are a number of causes that result in thyroid swelling or what is called a "goiter". The five segments in this article help us gain a basic understanding of this condition...
March 12, 2008
Thyroid hormones are amazing cells that regulate the rate of metabolism in the body. The thyroid gland and the pituitary gland are part of the "endocrine system" and work together...
February 28, 2008
According to statistics, fibromyalgia affects up to six million Americans. This syndrome that causes severe rheumatic symptoms and fatigue, is six times more common in women than...
February 22, 2008
Caffeine gets a bad reputation for causing headaches, and it is true that one of the most common symptoms of caffeine withdrawal is a headache. However, caffeine can also be used...
January 30, 2008
MRSA is a frightening type of staph bacteria, since it is one of the "superbugs," or bacteria that cause severe infections that are resistant to traditional antibiotics....
January 23, 2008
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, is an extremely drug-resistant bacterium, also known as a superbug. A form of staph, the MRSA bacteria can be spread by touching...
December 26, 2007
Learn some tips to avoid and prepare for hangovers.
December 4, 2007
Blood lab tests are extremely valuable diagnostic tools. Patients who have blood lab tests ordered for them should receive copies of the results and should learn how to interpret...
November 28, 2007
Sleep techniques, such as progressive relaxation and deep breathing, can help relax your mind and body enough so that you can drift into sleep. In fact, there are far more effective...
November 28, 2007
There is no other physical attribute that consistently commands our awe and respect as the power of our mind and breath.
Next time you feel anxious and overwhelmed, sit on the...
November 21, 2007
If you often fall asleep during the day, you may have narcolepsy. There are ways of coping with it.
November 15, 2007
There is a metabolic disorder called “Metabolic Syndrome” that causes people to be at higher risk for developing diabetes, heart disease and fatty liver disease. The steps...
November 6, 2007
Everyone occasionally experiences feeling overwhelmed or out of touch. Yoga has an amazing ability to help train your mind and body to stay in the present and live peacefully.
October 22, 2007
Many parents become concerned when their child is suffering from the discomfort of fever. However, knowing some simple background information on fever--how to recognize and manage...
October 11, 2007
Insomnia does not refer to the number of hours you sleep. What counts is whether you wake up refreshed and able to function the next day. These tips will definitely help you sleep...
October 10, 2007
This article offers practical, understandable information about figuring out whether a person has a drug or alcohol problem.
October 9, 2007
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) has been recognized by reputable medical research groups for 20 years. The Centers for Disease Control, a department of the National Institutes of...
October 8, 2007
Do you notice your heart doing flip-flops, skipping beats or suddenly beating very fast? If you do experience these symptoms and others, such as anxiety attacks, dizziness, shortness...
September 27, 2007
Adrenal Fatigue is a common condition that can cause low energy levels and lowered stress tolerance. There are signs and symptoms of this adrenal syndrome that can help you to...
September 27, 2007
Some people call it sawing logs, but “snoring” is a serious medical problem that that affects people of all ages.
September 26, 2007
Doctor's offices are becoming increasingly busy. A patient can help make his own office visit more efficient by being prepared to make the most of the sometimes-short amount of...
August 23, 2007
If there is anything about you or your life that you are dissatisfied with, learn how you can actively take control of your thoughts and change your life with the simple, concise...
July 6, 2007
Often it's the simple things in life that make the difference between a great day and a not-so-great one. The inability to have a good bowel movement can cause not just frustration,...
April 24, 2007
Many of us are afraid of driving because we consider it too unsafe. That fear is considered legitimate because the high frequency of car accidents tells us there is a substantial...
April 18, 2007
Two of the most well known diagnosable fears are claustrophobia and arachnophobia. But while arachnophobia had a movie named for it, claustrophobia owes its fame solely to the...
April 11, 2007
Bunion... sounds friendly, right? Mildly uncivilized, perhaps, but nonetheless benign - that was the consensus of the survey I conducted among seven of my friends, none of whom...
April 2, 2007
Growing numbers of America's youth are succumbing to the misperception that there is a safe level of cocaine use. Many who feel the curiosity or pressure to try cocaine recreationally...
March 29, 2007
Statistics are a funny thing. To hear that 2.8 percent of Americans age 15-64 consume cocaine, one might feel like cocaine abuse is a somewhat marginal concern. Yet half of the...
March 22, 2007
Flush!... and down (hopefully) goes the liquid waste we produce on a daily basis (hopefully). Right down the chute! But is it really waste, or should we regard urine more...
March 21, 2007
If you've recently been diagnosed with Gilbert's syndrome, you might be wondering how secondary bilirubin is different from the main kind, how it might affect your life,...
February 23, 2007
"Ringworm" may be one of the most visibly appropriate, yet factually misleading medical terms. Looking at a patch of ringworm, you could easily imagine that an actual...
February 20, 2007
Did you know that the same virus at the center of the current cervical cancer awareness is also responsible for plantar warts? Sounds crazy, but it's true - human papillomavirus...
February 12, 2007
Though mesothelioma is a fairly rare cancer, several thousands of Americans are diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer each year - a rate that is expected to grow before it subsides. ...
January 31, 2007
Do you find yourself tossing and turning at night because of pain or uncomfortable sensations in your legs? Before blaming your mattress, consider the possibility that you are...
January 26, 2007
Painless walking is something that some of us take for granted. Unfortunately, many people develop a particular kind of heel inflammation known as plantar fasciitis. Those who...
January 6, 2007
We all know that anxiety is bad for our health. Anxiety can range from mild unease to intense fear. If your anxiety falls toward the intense fear end of the spectrum, you'll...
December 7, 2006
Lip sores are often referred to as cold sores or fever blisters and are a result of the herpes simplex type 1 virus. There are two types of herpes simplex virus. The first is herpes...
December 5, 2006
It is estimated that 43 million Americans battle the debilitating effects of arthritis everyday. This has far reaching implications not only for those directly affected, but also...
June 8, 2006
When it comes to identifying and treating teenage drug abuse, there are several signs that you will want to watch for. This article will highlight some of those points, as well...
June 5, 2006
If you are a parent who has recently discovered that your teenager is a cutter, there are many options available to you. This article will explain exactly what a cutter is and...
April 26, 2006
Diarrhea and constipation are uncomfortable subjects to discuss. But for sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), there's no way 'round it. If you suffer the embarrassment...
