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- Head Injury: A Practical Guide: You Are An Expert Already... - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2007 from Craig LockArticle Title: Head Injury: A Practical Guide: YOU ARE AN EXPERT ALREADY... Author: Trevor Powell Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology, Web site: http://www.headway.org.uk Other articles on this subject: ...
Views: 2274 - Skin Aging and Anti-Aging Treatments - Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology at Advanced Skin Wisdom NJ - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Dr Emily AltmanSkin, like all organs of the body, undergoes changes due to the passage of time. Because exposed skin on the face, neck, chest and hands is subjected to damage from the environment, our skin often looks older than we feel. Damage from ultraviolet (UV) light exposure is responsible for almost ...
Views: 2270(2 votes) - Cosmetic Dentistry Alternative - Snap-on Smile - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2012 from Marielaina PerroneThere is a new weapon in the arsenal of the cosmetic dentist. That weapon is the Snap-On Smile. This a quick and easy way to get that Hollywood smile makeover you always dreamed of but were afraid or unable to have the work done. Snap-on Smile is a great cosmetic solution without the typical ...
Views: 2267(1 vote) - HE WOULD NOT WAKE UP PROPERLY FOR 38 DAYS (from Stirling Moss: The Authorised Biography by Robert Edwards)! - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Craig LockTHE FLICKERING cine film has all the compulsive horror of the footage of the John F. Kennedy assassination. In a sickening blur of speed, the Walker Lotus 18/21 racing car leaves the track and bucks violently as it surges out of control over the rough verge and slams into a grassy bank. ...
Views: 2265 - Why Celiacs (Those with Celiac Disease) & Those with Gluten Sensitivity Need Healthy Probiotic Liquids - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEverywhere you turn these days, it seems like more and more products are available in gluten free versions. Indeed, it is one of the fastest growing categories in the health food market. Many people cannot digest gluten (a protein found in many whole grains and cereals), and at least 2 million ...
Views: 2261 - IBD – Must follow food habits - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2015 from Daniel DisusaTests and therapies for IBD include different ways of IBD Diagnosis and step-by-step treatments, with the help of specialized therapies that make use of FDI approved anti-TNF drugs that help supress gastrointestinal irritations and other IBD signs, along with G irritations at bay. However, all ...
Views: 2255(1 vote) - The Cognitive Effects Of Brain Injury (Updated) - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2007 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Cognitive Effects of Brain Injury (Updated) Author: Trevor Powell Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, neuro-psychology Web site: http://www.headway.org.uk Other Articles by Craig Lock are available at: ...
Views: 2232 - How Is The Procedure Of Liver Biopsy Performed? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2017 from Paul RicahrdA Liver Biopsy is the medical procedure which involves removing a small piece of liver tissue so that it can be examined under a microscope for various signs of any damage or disease related to the liver. The most important reason for Liver Biopsy is the detection of abnormal cells in liver such ...
Views: 2226 - Two capsules of Sevenseas Seacod twice a day improves memory power - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Aliya SenIn today’s competitive world, each individual wants to be better than the rest and this definitely requires a lot of effort. Children are also under a lot of pressure as they are expected to excel in everything that they do and it is for this reason that parents enroll their kids in numerous ...
Views: 2223 - Alzheimers Symptoms with At Home Examination for Early Signs of Alzheimers Disease - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2017 from Leon EdwardAny retired person and loved ones of elderly should have an idea what the warning signs are for Alzheimer's Disease. The health issue itself is ravaging to the sufferer and his/her loved ones and the sooner the condition is identified, the faster that drugs can be prescribed to slow the ...
Views: 2207(1 vote) - Iron-Deficiency Anemia: How to Get the Most Iron Out of Your Diet & Supplements - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2012 from Ronda BehnkeIron-deficiency anemia (IDA), also referred to as just plain “anemia,” is a medical diagnosis given to those who have fewer Red Blood Cells (RBCs) than normal. As a chief component of RBCs is iron, when there is a shortage of RBCs, deficiency in iron is usually the culprit. Although there are ...
Views: 2207 - Keyhole Surgery Of The Knee For Osteoarthritis - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Jack OliverUsually, treatment of osteoarthritis is followed by a keyhole surgery. Keyhole surgery of the knee is generally known as arthroscopy. This can be used both for treatment or diagnosis. This process often leads to joint replacement or total arthroplasty of the knees. This allows your surgeon to ...
Views: 2206 - Tennis Elbow Braces - What You Need To Know - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Nick RobertsHuman beings are physically active creature and they suffer from a lot of diseases and injuries. Tennis elbow is one such injury. This type of injury is generally suffered by sportsperson. In this article we are going to discuss about tennis elbow and its cure recuperation method using aides ...
Views: 2206(1 vote) - Ultra Sound, Light & Chlorophyll Can Kill Cancer - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2011 from Gabriella PaoliniSonoPhotodynamic Therapy Cancer Treatment (SPDT) as applied at the Indiana Center for Advanced Medicine (ICAM) has minimal to no side effects and is a body-friendly, non-toxic protocol, often providing immediate symptomatic relief. ICAM is the only Clinic in the USA to provide this uniquely ...
Views: 2202(1 vote) - Best Free Press Release Website For Health News Focused On Cosmetic And Aesthetic Medicine - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Thomas CableSince the body shaping market is expanding day by day, more and more people are browsing through the internet as a source of information on such treatments. They want to know about the latest developments in the fields of aesthetic medicine and aesthetic surgery in order to check out feasible ...
Views: 2197 - Apple Cider Vinegar For Acne Treatment - Useful Or A Waste Of Time? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2012 from Jennylyn PereiraA lot of people who are afflicted by the uncomfortable and unsightly condition of the skin known as acne are trying to find cures that might help them to control their acne. Many people are trying to find treatment options that are easily available, safe, effective and cheap. The usage of apple ...
Views: 2196 - Hyaluronic Acid Skin Care – New Way to Rejuvenate Your Skin - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Amy YoungHyaluronic acid, also known as hyaluronan, is naturally found in the skin, connective tissues, cartilage, and the areas between the joints and the fluid around the eyes. Because of its presence and role it plays in our skin, hyaluronic acid has been a common ingredient in skin care products. ...
Views: 2196(1 vote) - An End to a $19 Billion Problem! - by The Kegelmaster changes the lives of the women who use it. Dr. Arnold Kegel proved the value of pelvic muscle exercise in the 1940's, but his original message got "lost". A $19 billion incontinence industry has since arisen and conveniently forgets to mention that originally "kegels" had to be ...
Views: 2194 - What You Post on Facebook has an Effect on your Mental Wellbeing - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from George HendersonReflect or Affect?It’s similar to the age-old question about films. Do movies affect society or are they simply mirror society as it is? The answer, in both cases, is that it’s probably a little bit of each. Facebook is a social networking site that hooks members up with their friends and helps ...
Views: 2194 - Chamomilla Homeopathic Remedy for Narcotic Withdrawal: A good choice when your pain medication is stopped abruptly - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Ronda BehnkeEmily was a 50-year-old woman who had been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease in the lumbar and cervical spinal regions seven years ago. She had also been diagnosed with severe osteoporosis of the spinal vertebrae. She became “legally” disabled five years ago. Emily came to see me ...
Views: 2192 - Do Retinoids Work for Acne? - by Retinoids are considered one the best line of defense against acne vulgaris. Doctors and other health care professionals often recommend topical medications that make use retinoids.
Retinoids are used both as primary treatment of acne and as maintenance. That means when the acne vulgaris has ...
Views: 2188(1 vote) - Therapy for Breast Cancer - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Caren LeeBreast cancer therapy is a major process related to the disorder and can be carried out in various ways. Surgery, chemotherapy and radiation treatment are the three major forms of cure for the disorder. Therapy has to be undergone in accordance with the intensity of breast cancer symptoms ...
Views: 2182 - Drug-food Interactions - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Sudesh SamuelA drug-food interaction occurs most commonly when the consumption of a specific food or beverage affects the activity of a drug or consumption of the drug affects the activity of the food or overall nutritional status. When a food alters a drug’s activity or vice versa, the affected compound is ...
Views: 2175 - How to Recover From a Cardiac Arrest? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2018 from Gaurav GautamIntroduction The challenge of restarting your life after a cardiac arrest plays a very crucial role. A cardiac arrest occurs when the heart stops pumping blood due to lack of electrical signals in the heart. Doctors at heart hospital Patna explain that this causes the brain to starve for oxygen ...
Views: 2170(1 vote) - Does Azelaic Acid Work for Acne? - by Azelaic acid is a natural chemical that’s produced by the action of a particular yeast. It is a naturally occurring acid that may be found in grains like wheat. Azelaic acid has three main and very distinct properties that have elevated its role in acne treatment:
• The ability to fight off ...
Views: 2156(1 vote) - Use Of deflazacort - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from vikas guptaDeflazacort is a synthetic steroid that has an anti-inflammatory effect. It is used to decrease inflammation in various different diseases and conditions. Calcort tablets[Deflazacort] contain the active ingredient deflazacort, which is a type of medicine known as a corticosteroid. ...
Views: 2153 - Living With Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2008 from Richard RauboltLiving with chronic pain is draining, disturbing, frightening, debilitating and terribly disruptive. Sometimes the injury or ailment is visible like the results of a severe automobile accident or stroke. Frequently there is no apparent "cause" as the pain results from stenosis, immune disorders ...
Views: 2148(1 vote) - Fast Pearly Penile Papules Removal Methods - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2011 from Mike WalkPearly penile papules removal is possible through a variety of techniques. Pearly Penile Papules or PPP can be removed by different methods of treatment.One of such method is Pearly Penile Papules Home Removal. The first PPP treatment that you can use that will help you get rid of the papules ...
Views: 2145 - Understanding Hair Loss in Women - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2011 from Samuel LamBefore female hair loss can be treated effectively with medication and or surgical hair transplantation, a physician must engage in appropriate dialogue with a woman to determine what causes may be accounting for her hair loss so as to safely rectify or improve her condition. Many starting ...
Views: 2138(1 vote) - Online Doctor Consultation Benefits - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Mehboob TalukdarWhen feeling ill or stricken with a medical condition such as acne, athlete’s foot, or eczema, what is the first thing you do? Call the doctor, right? Well, before you dial that number and set an appointment to go all the way to the doctor's office to sit and wait to be treated, consider ...
Views: 2133 - An Understanding Of The Medical Tests Required If You Have Acid Reflux Symptoms - by Submitted on May 15, 2007 from Evelyn LimIf you have acid reflux symptoms, you ought to consult a doctor. Your doctor would have to determine how serious your acid reflux or gestroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is. He may require you to go through a series of tests at each stage of the development of your disease. He can then ...
Views: 2112(1 vote) - Asian Flush Exposed - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Jeremy HawkingHave your heard of a disorder called Asian flush or Asian glow? Perhaps you may have noticed that you or your friends sometimes turn red in the face after consuming alcoholic beverages. It happens to my friends and I quite often as we are of Asian and part-Asian decent and are particularly ...
Views: 2111(1 vote) - Living with Long-Term Brain (Head) Injury - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Living with Long-Term Brain (Head) Injury Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): head injury, brain injury, William Fairbank, effects of brain/head injury, neuro-psychology, brain, cognitive difficulties, medical information, medical resources (enough there now, ...
Views: 2110(1 vote) - Various Disorders due to Apple and Kiwi Fruit Allergy - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Atanu ShawMost of the people suffer from the allergic reaction to some food but usually it is not of severe nature but in some people it may be frightening and he or she may suffer from life threatening condition. Usually allergic symptoms occur in our body within few minutes after the intake of that ...
Views: 2104 - Microdermabrasion Cost: Is It Worth It? - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Ioventures IncMicrodermabrasion has been heralded as among the best skin care techniques all over the world now. This is because it has been proven to be effective many times over and, at the same time, the procedure is almost painless. To top all of these off, microdermabrasion cost is also not too ...
Views: 2101 - Zimmer Hip Lawsuits get boost as FDA orders a post marketing Study - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Jack TaylorZimmer Holdings is facing many lawsuits brought by Zimmer Hip implant patients. These lawsuits have gotten a boost as the FDA has ordered a post marketing study. Recently the FDA ordered around 21 orthopedic device manufacturers to submit post-marketing reports on 145 potentially defective ...
Views: 2094 - Genital warts - The effects on pregnant women - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Etham HuntGenital warts is one of the most commonly occurring sexually transmitted diseases. It is caused by a virus called human papilloma virus (HPV) and is normally recognised as small growth of flesh on the genital area in case of both men and women. The statistics say that it occurs more in people ...
Views: 2084 - How to Treat Metabolic Syndrome and Hypoglycemia Symptoms - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Wendy LauWhen you don’t take care of your health, you are prone to having different illnesses. Metabolic syndrome and hypoglycemia are two of the most common disorders that occur in about 20 to 30% of the population particularly in industrialized countries. Here are some ways on how you can treat these ...
Views: 2077 - Dental Bonding and Enamel Shaping for an Improved Smile - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Jaclyn KilaniCosmetic dentistry techniques have been available for hundreds - even thousands - of years, but until recent times, cosmetic dental services were financially feasible to the wealthy alone. The fact that most dental insurance plans don’t cover aesthetic dental procedures has also proven to be a ...
Views: 2060 - Beauty therapists play an important role in health and wellbeing - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Claude BernardA beauty therapist not only does manicures, pedicures and applies makeup as most people conceive. In order to become a beauty therapist you need to attend a beauty college where you will learn the various beauty skills that include facials, waxing, manicures and pedicures, Epilation, makeup, spa ...
Views: 2038 - Prescription Assistance and Pharmaceutical Deals for Low-Income Seniors - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Jill GilbertMillions of low-income seniors struggle financially on a daily basis, trying to make ends meet. Coupled with the exorbitant cost of prescriptions, many other necessities, like nourishing food and medical supplies, fall to the wayside. Fortunately, low-income seniors reliant on their medications ...
Views: 2032 - The Dangers of Dehydration - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from John LaurusonisThe Dangers of Dehydration Most adults understand the concept of dehydration. It is the state where the body puts out or loses more water than it takes in. A lot of common sense advice stems from this understanding: “drink plenty of fluids if you are going to be working in the sun” or “Rest ...
Views: 2031(1 vote) - The Four Postural Must-Dos - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Adam ShapiroIn the practice of Qi Gong, an ancient method of health cultivation from China, you will often hear something similar to the following statement: The body is like a vase that holds water to nourish the flower. If the vase is tipped over or broken, water will leak and the flower will wither. ...
Views: 2017(4 votes) - Over the Counter & Prescription Allergy Medications - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from sarah labdarMillions of people are affected by allergies a year. Everyone who has allergies experiences different symptoms congestion, runny nose, sneezing, sniffling, coughing, red, itchy eyes, and swelling. Depending upon your symptoms will determine your treatment plan. There are several types of ...
Views: 2012 - Surgery Patients Fear Less and Heal Faster with Creative Visualization - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Patrick Porter, PhD, Creator Of The MindFitThere’s no such thing as routine surgery. Ask anyone who has to go under the knife or laser…fear of bad results, painful scars and slow rehabilitation all combine to make any surgery a nerve-wracking experience. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. Creative visualization and ...
Views: 2009 - Cancer Diet: Feasting on the Four Food Groups - A Mesothelioma Patient's Guide to Nutrition - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2005 from Maggie KayAt some point during our childhood we have all been told to eat our vegetables. Forcing down tasteless green beans and brussels sprouts were supposed to make us taller and stronger. Well, so it is for mesothelioma patients. Diet is often an overlooked subject for cancer patients, but eating the ...
Views: 2000 - Prevent Skin Problems With Best Natural Blood Cleanser Supplement - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from John NarukaIf you've been suffering from a lot of skin problems one after the other, then it is probably because your bloodstream is not clear, and needs detoxification. When there is an excessive accumulation of toxins in one's body, there is too much pressure on the kidneys and the liver, and the body is ...
Views: 2000 - Guide to Peptide Storage - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Jeffrey JamesGuide to Peptide Storage Many researchers initially struggle with basic issues such as: “where are the purest peptides available?” Or “what is the difference in potency between GHRP-2 and GHRP-6?” (Note: the answers to both of these questions are available on Unitypeptide.com). But an ...
Views: 1998 - Eating Disorders Treatment with Co-Occurring Diagnoses - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Marty LernerDespite some disparity estimating the number of people who seek treatment for an eating disorder, there is an ever increasing body of evidence to suggest an eating disorder diagnosis rarely is unaccompanied by at least one other bona fide illness. Those most often identified as “primary ...
Views: 1997(1 vote) - Cervical Spondylitis and its Homeopathic treatment - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Dr. Rajesh ShahWhat is Cervical spondylosis? A person with cervical spondylosis has destruction of the joints and disks located between the bones in the neck. The swelling and collapse of the disk can place pressure on the nerves that pass between the bones of the neck. This can result in malfunction of the ...
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