Help for hemorrhoids
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Hemorrhoids come in two types – internal and external. Internal hemorrhoids form inside the anus cavity and usually are painless.
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HPV: The number one STD in the U.S.
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14 million new HPV infections will be found with about 50% of them in 15- to 24-year olds. It is estimated that more than 70% of the general population is infected with HPV.
Lyme disease myths not to believe
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Each year more than 329,000 new cases are found in the U.S. according to the Centers for Disease Control.
Read MoreWhy smoking is bad for bone health
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The longer a person smokes the more damage to their bones especially when a person continues to smoke past the age of 40. Bone health is affected from the nicotine and toxins found in cigarettes in many ways:
Read MoreYour five-step guide to protecting kidney health
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One of the most common health concerns affecting approximately 30 million Americans is chronic kidney disease (CKD). T
Read MoreEarly onset Alzheimer’s disease – what you should know
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This uncommon form of dementia includes only about 5 percent of all people with AD with most victims developing symptoms of the disease in their 40s and 50s.
Read MoreThe link between dental health and sleep apnea
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Many people may be suffering from various symptoms having no idea that the root of the problem is due to poor sleep quality caused by sleep apnea.
Read MorePractice sun-safe habits to prevent skin cancer
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With over 5 million cases of skin cancer diagnosed in the United States each year (this includes melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers), skin cancer is the most common cancer in America.
Read More10 signs you may have diabetes and not know it
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An estimated 30.3 million people in the United States, or 9.4 percent of the population, have diabetes.
Read MoreCan cataracts be prevented?
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Other signs of cataracts can be when outdoors, the sun or an indoor lamp seem too bright or glaring. Night driving can be affected as oncoming headlights causing more glare than before.
Read MoreTips to preserve the health of your knees
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As we age, the bones in our knees will suffer from overall wear and tear as a result of many factors:
Read MoreUnderstanding myofascial pain syndrome
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MPS is a chronic, painful condition that affects the connective tissue that covers the muscles. It refers to pain and presumed inflammation in the body’s soft tissues or muscles.
Read MoreImportant facts on urinary tract infections in the elderly
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To avoid serious complications, at the first sign of a UTI in an elderly person, they should see a doctor right away. If UTIs are caught early, a simple course of antibiotics typically clears up the infection in no time.
Extend your life by 10 years with these 5 habits
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With just a handful of specific healthy habits, you could prolong your lifespan by ten years. This is news from a recently released study published in the American Heart Association journal Circulation.
Read MoreWhy do I bruise more easily with age?
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Just like the other occasional bruises you’ve noticed, you are beginning to wonder, why I am bruising much more frequently and is it a cause for concern?
Read MoreRelieving painful leg veins without surgery
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These swollen, twisted veins can be seen just below the skin surface, not only making legs look unattractive, but also can cause mild to moderate pain along with other concerns.
Protect yourself from the poisonous plants of spring/summer
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As warm weather descends upon us this time of year, watch out for different skin issues than what old man winter brings.
Read MoreYour top 17 health questions answered
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It’s good to have questions and Americans have a lot of them when it comes to their health. Up to 80% of adults living in the U.S. have at one time or another conducted an online internet search for health information.
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