Hypospadias is a birth defect in boys in which the urethra, the tube through which urine travels from the bladder to outside the body, does not develop properly. This condition affects about one in every 250-300 male babies making it one of the more common male birth defects.
Read MoreA new study published in the journal The Lancet, finds smoking rates continue to be a challenging public health threat as nearly one billion people smoked daily in 2015 – one in four men and one in 20 women worldwide. This is despite decades of tobacco control policies and more than half a century of unequivocal evidence of the harmful effects of tobacco on health.
Read MoreOn a regular basis, each of use a restroom to empty our bladder of urine that accumulates throughout the day. When our urinary system is operating as it should, it will run smoothly with few if any problems. For most of us the act of urinating is a natural and necessary process we generally give little thought to.
Read MoreIf you are one of the estimated 20% of Americans who experience symptoms of regurgitation of gastric acid or sour contents in the mouth, difficult or painful swallowing, chest pain, a chronic cough, bad breath or a feeling like something is stuck in your throat that occurs more than twice a week, there is a good chance it is more than just heartburn. It is likely to be a more serious form of heartburn called gastroesophageal reflux disease or simply known as GERD.
Read MoreThe common skin conditions of eczema and psoriasis are very similar with it sometimes being difficult to tell the difference between the two. But to be able to treat each separate condition effectively, it is important to have the right diagnosis as what treatment works for one may not work for the other.
Read MoreYour blood cholesterol numbers are important to know as they are a way of assessing or evaluating your future risk of heart disease. One number to pay attention to is your “bad” or LDL cholesterol.
Read MoreSurely your friends and family will be supportive cheering you on in your weight loss efforts every step of the way, right? For some people that is true, but for others, these supposedly supportive individuals may actually be doing things sabotaging your weight loss goals. If may not necessarily be intentional, but there are subtle hints that they really kind of like you as already you are. There could be underlying currents of jealously, worry over the fact you may change in personality, or maybe they would like to lose weight themselves but lack motivation to do so wishing you would get off this weight loss kick.
Read MoreType in “How to lose weight” and page after page of all sorts of weight loss articles pop up. Some will contain valuable, scientifically-based advice that can provide the information you are looking for. But then there are the rest – the ones providing bad advice on weight loss that is questionable at best and is not based on any actual science.
Read MoreThere is no better time than the present to take charge of your health. You are the one living in your body so you know it best – or do you? In order to live a healthy, fulfilled life free of frequent doctor’s visits, taking medications, or being hospitalized, there are certain health numbers you need to know. Knowing these numbers and what they mean to your health, is when you begin the journey of personal responsibility of leading a healthier, longer life.
Read MoreLet’s face it – few of us delight in going to the dentist. You never know what they may find and if they do find something, it’s usually not good. Dental appointments may be last on our list of things to do but we need to think of it differently. Taking good care of your teeth and gums is an investment in your health you will need and use for the rest of your life.
Read MoreKids love their screen time. But more than 3 hours a day could be harming their health by possibly increasing their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Read MoreThe term metabolic syndrome is used a lot within the medical community. But as a patient, what exactly does it mean? Think of metabolic syndrome sort of like a doctor telling you of a condition you have that if you don’t make certain lifestyle changes, than there will be serious health consequences in the future.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered “what is the fountain of youth?” Is it found in a bottle of skin cream, eating just the right foods or obtaining sufficient sleep each night? Even though all those things can certainly help in the quest for eternal youthfulness, probably one of the best known explanations is staying active throughout our lives.
Read MoreThe spontaneous act of dropping pounds unintentionally may seem like a dream for many but not for those who are not deliberately trying to lose weight. Anytime a person’s weight goes down without trying, it could be a sign of something more serious and should be addressed by a doctor. The sooner a person with unintended weight loss sees their doctor, the quicker they can figure out why weight loss is occurring and then work on getting back to a healthy weight.
Read MoreUreteroscopy may not be the most familiar procedure many of us know of but if you are having a urinary tract problem, it may be a necessary plan of action to treat whatever the concern is.
Read MoreNothing beats an all-day long surplus of energy. Wait a minute, did you say you don’t experience that – ever? Don’t worry – there happens to be a surplus of supplements claiming to fulfill the promise of relieving fatigue and providing a shot of an energy boost. But before you head out the door to go spend good hard-earned money on their supposed guarantee, here’s what you need to know.
Read MoreAnyone who has ever attempted weight loss has also attempted to find some way to boost or speed up the rate at which they burn calories. Metabolism, defined as the sum of all physical and chemical changes taking place in living cells in order to maintain life, can either make or break our ability to be successful at weight loss. Think of your body like an engine with your metabolism the rate at which your engine runs. By making a few adjustments, you can cause your engine to rev up a little higher burning a few extra calories.
Read MoreStress – it’s never ending. There will always be a certain amount of stress we experience each day from meeting deadlines, worrying about a loved one, disagreements with others, or maybe sitting in stalled traffic. We may not be able to wipe the slate clean eliminating all stress but we can develop better methods of how we handle it.
Read MoreNothing beats the ability to look in the mirror and accept yourself as you are. The ability to say, “Hey I look good. I like my current weight as I feel healthy and full of energy.” Yet how many people say this to themselves - particularly women?
Read MoreThe last thing you want to do when attempting weight loss is to have to do it all over again if you gain the weight back. Think about it. You put in all that time and effort losing pounds. Then when you reach your goal, suddenly you find yourself going back in reverse with the scale creeping back up again.
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