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AKA-ADD (attention deficit disorder) ADHD; attention deficit hyperactive disorder; childhood hyperkinesias; hyperactive Definition: A condition characterized by an attention span that is less than expected for the age of the person; there ... more »
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Those suffering from histrionic personality disorder exhibit a tendency to regard things in an emotional manner and they constantly seek attention. It is a pattern of behavior that begins in early adulthood. Learn what characteristics make ... more »
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Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, occurs in 90 percent of insulin-dependent diabetics. Hypoglycemia is not something that most of the rest of us have to worry about. However, if you are experiencing certain unexplainable symptoms, talk to your ... more »
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Pandemic bird flu is an outbreak of a new influenza A virus, mainly occurring in Asia, Europe and Africa. It is carried by birds and is rarely transmitted to humans. These steps will help identify pandemic bird flu in both birds and humans... more »
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According to statistics provided by the Mayo Clinic, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, and on average, one in six men will contract prostate cancer annually. Prostate cancer can grow slowly or spread quickly, which is why it is ... more »
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While there are some things you can do to prevent neck pain, it is important to keep in mind that there may not be an obvious cause for your discomfort. This means you may not be able to identify specific factors for your pain. As such, you may ... more »
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No one says the teenage years are without stress, but for a few children they are tough times, indeed. With increasing body awareness and the push for them to act like adults, some become despondent and attempt suicide. In many cases, after a ... more »
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The gallbladder is a small sac that is located under the liver, with the main function of storing bile that is manufactured by the liver. Bile is instrumental in breaking down and digesting fats. However, there are other particles that can be ... more »
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Acetaminophen is a very common ingredient found in numerous over-the-counter and prescription drug medications. Many individuals believe that this particular ingredient is harmless because of the fact that it is used in so many different types of ... more »
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Fibromyalgia, or FMS, is considered a chronic syndrome, and because the symptoms tend to be vague and related to so many other medical conditions, it is often misdiagnosed or goes undiagnosed initially. Generally, the symptoms of fibromyalgia ... more »
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The flu is one of the most common ailments we face each winter, but one that can also prove to be very serious. More than 36,000 deaths each year are directly attributed to the flu. Each of the three types of flu virus pose health risks to each ... more »
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You can collect your own wild plants and herbs to either eat or use for medicine. But this is an art that needs to be learned carefully. Mistakes can get you really sick. Understanding how to identify the plants correctly is the first step to ... more »
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Lifting weights can be a very difficult process, particularly when it comes to waiting for results. Implementing a pyramid weight lifting strategy, however, can help any type of weight lifter to break through plateaus and achieve the best ... more »
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Today’s greatest issue seems to be global warming and how we can become more aware of the harmful effects it has on the environment and affects on our lives. The increase and build up of carbon dioxide and methane gases in the atmosphere cause an ... more »
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Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical practice that has thousands of applications for various illnesses and diseases. One of acupuncture's more important uses that's now being acknowledged by Western medicine is for the treatment of elevated ... more »
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Aspergers Syndrome (AS), an autistic spectrum disorder, is estimated to affect 400,000 families worldwide. AS is characterized by poor social interactions, obsessions, odd speech patterns, and other peculiar mannerisms. Children with AS often ... more »
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A study at the University of Surrey suggests that female fertility can be improved 80% of the time by non-medical, lifestyle changes. Most doctors will suggest the following natural treatments before resorting to more involved medical plans. Many ... more »
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Our brain function and memory may become increasingly slower as we age. Because of this, it is important to focus on areas that can improve brain health, including preserving memory. One aspect of improving memory loss involves the careful ... more »
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Here's a quick and easy way to help improve your peripheral vision... more »
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Vision loss, or macular degeneration, is a very common problem. Every year in the United States, one out of every six people 55 years old or older suffers from some form of vision loss. Luckily, macular degeneration does not have to be ... more »
By Karen Orrell 1 comments
How much TV does your child watch? You man want to reduce it as much as possible due to the shocking results of a recent study in the April, 2004 issue of Pediatrics. This study says that very young children who watch television face an ... more »
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If you are like most of us, you want to either stay healthy or improve your health. There are a few simple steps that can improve your health but not change your world too much... more »
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There are so many companies and products out there today that make claims about improving your health. Some of them are legitimate. Unfortunately the majority of them are taking advantage of you. Much of what you think you know about health and ... more »
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Perhaps one of the greatest assets we have is our memory. At one time, it was believed that memory loss was a normal part of getting older. However, new research is showing that you can improve your memory throughout your life... more »
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Ever feel like you are having "one of those days" and you just need to snap out of it? Here are some ways to feel better, or to separate yourself from a not so happy place in just a few minutes... more »