4 Things to do if you have Pre-diabetes
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Pre-diabetes affects 79 million Americans, so even though it is ‘hibernation season’ we should not forget the steps we should take to prevent this condition and avoid diabetes.
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How to Diagnose COPD, early
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Many people with COPD have both chronic bronchitis and emphysema. In all cases, damage to your airways eventually interferes with the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your lungs.
Read MoreSuffering from back pain?
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Back pain is one of the most common complaints. Fortunately, most back pain can be resolved. On the other hand, back pain can also be one of the most difficult and frustrating problems to treat. It is important to understand what causes back pain to get the proper treatment.
What causes back pain?
· Lumbar muscle strain. Muscle strains are the most common cause of low back pain.
· Ruptured disc. A ruptured intervertebral disc, also called a herniated disc, is another common cause of back pain.
· Discogenic back pain. Cause of low back pain; result of damage to the intervertabral disc, but without having a disc herniation.
· Spinal stenosis. Causes back pain in older people. As we age, the spinal canal can become constricted, due in part to arthritis and other conditions.
· Lumbar spine arthritis. Arthritis of the spine can cause back pain with movement.
· Spondylolisthesis. Causes back pain because adjacent vertebra become unstable. Caused by degenerative changes causing loss of the normal stabilizing structures of the spinal column.
· Osteoporosis. Most commonly related to compression fractures of the vertebra.
See a doctor if:
- Your back pain persists beyond a few days
- Your back pain awakens you at night
- Your have difficulty controlling your bowels or bladder
- You have a fever, chills, sweats, or other signs of infection
- Any other unusual symptoms
Treatment for back pain
· Nonsurgical treatment
· Alternative treatment
· Spine surgery
E. Coli Infection: What Americans Need to Know
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E. coli stands for Escherichia coli. It is a type of bacteria that usually resides within our intestines. Most types of E. coli bacteria do not cause much harm, or may cause a few symptoms such as diarrhea. However, there are some types of E. coli can be much more serious and cause severe symptoms.
Read MoreIs Drinking Okay After Over-The-Counter Pills Are Taken?
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Everyone worries about this exact question. Over-the-counter pills while easily accessible do have side effects just as prescriptions drugs. Mixing alcohol when taking Tylenol or Ibuprofen isn't something we should do very often. Think of the time you popped a Tylenol to beat a midday headache and then got invited to drinks or it's allergy season and you're taking Claritin to beat those initial symptoms. Having one or two drinks really won't hurt you but it's important to know the specific side effects of each pill. Here's what you need to know.
Read MoreHow Can I Have Better Time Management?
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Time and stress are interconnected in many ways. Perhaps the most shocking fact about stress is that it can affect all parts of your body, not just in one area. Our body responds to stress by altering the secretions of certain hormones and chemicals. Time management and productivity play a huge role especially in today's workplace in how we keep stress at bay and still feel like we've accomplished something.
Read MoreSide effects of Pepto-Bismol
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You’ve probably never heard of bismuth subsalicylate, but you have probably used it or bought it more than once in your life time. This intimidating compound is what we know as the pink stuff, Pepto-Bismol. Pepto-Bismol is very common over-the-counter medication, which comes in tablet or liquid form, used to cope with heartburn, nausea, indigestion and any other upset stomach problems. This medication is an antidiarrheal medication that decreases intestinal inflammation, fluid movement and electrolyte movement in the bowels and digestive system. It used to combat diarrhea, but the mechanism of how exactly it does do, is still a bit unclear.
Read MoreAcupuncture Treats Modern Ailments
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Interested in acupuncture but still doubtful about it’s healing powers and squeamish about undergoing the process? Many people swear by this method to defeat stress and achieve a relaxed and focused state of mind. A new survey demonstrates increasing acceptance and utilization of acupuncture for treatment and health promotion. The analysis was published in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine and looked at utilization rates, demographics and reasons for using acupuncture. Overall, the researchers found that between 2002 and 2007 there was a significant increase in the number of patients using acupuncture.
Read MoreResearchers may have found cure for chronic pain
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Researchers from Columbia University Medical Center may have found a way to reverse chronic pain. Did you know that in the United States, there are about 100 million people who suffer from chronic pain? Chronic pain is a condition that can be very debilitating. It often leads to many years of consistent pain that does not go away.
Read MoreHow To Complain About A Nursing Home
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When it comes to complaining about a nursing home, there are two trends of thought. There are those who believe that by being visible and vocal, they can get the best care for their loved one, and insure their safety.
Read More3 Chronic diseases magnesium can minimize
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Magnesium may not be as well-known or talked about like vitamin D or calcium, but this is one mineral that deserves a second look in regards to decreasing risk of chronic diseases. It’s the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and decades of research have shown magnesium to play an active role in over 300 biochemical reactions.
Read MoreListeria Found in Ice Cream Shop
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Here's what you need to know about Listeria, the recent outbreak and how to protect yourself.
Read MoreHealth officials tell US doctors to watch for MERS
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CDC is advising doctors to be on the lookout for patients presenting with MERS. This is after an outbreak of MERS in South Korea. Doctors should be asking patients with severe respiratory illness if they have recently traveled. Testing for MERS should be carried out for sick patients who have visited a South Korea hospital within the last two weeks of becoming sick.
Read MoreAre you vitamin D deficient?
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A vitamin D deficiency occurs when the level of vitamin D in your body is too low. Vitamin D helps the body use calcium from our diet which is essential for us as humans to maintain bone strength.
Read MoreWhy silicone butt injections can be fatal
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Kelly Mayhew, a 34 year old woman from Maryland, died over the weekend after getting butt injections in a Queens basement. The procedure was performed by an unlicensed doctor who injected Mayhew with silicone injections.
Read MoreFinding the best surgeon
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Finding the right doctor is an exhausting process to say the least and at times you may not even know where to start. It takes time, effort and careful research to find the right surgeon for you.
Read MoreIs Your House Making You Fat?
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The average person makes 200 food decisions a day according to research at Cornell University in the U.S. According to a report by Healthista, the layout of your house affects food and exercise habits. You could unwittingly be eating more food than you need as a result.
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How to Fight Your Genetic Destiny
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On World Health News radio, Dr. Samadi recently had a conversation with Dr. Mitchell Gaynor around his new book The Gene Therapy Plan: Taking Control of Your Genetic Destiny. Dr. Gaynor touched on while it's important for individuals to understand their risk factors, it's even more important that they understand they can do something about them.
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