Family Health

The human body's structure and movement are possible because of bones and muscles that are arranged for specific functions. The stability and precision of the musculoskeletal system come from...

Galileo invented the precursor to our modern glass thermometer approximately 400 years ago. Today, there are many forms of glass thermometers that are used in a number of industries, most notably...

Although fleas and ticks can transmit diseases to humans, pesticides used to kill them pose serious risks, especially to unborn children. Women who are pregnant should know the risks and that...

Extreme cold weather can be dangerous for those not wearing the correct clothing. Extreme cold conditions can cause frostbite, hypothermia, or even death. To avoid unnecessary suffering in extreme...

Damage to and loss of taste buds can cause a mild to severe loss of taste; and in many cases middle-ear infections are the cause. If ear infections are severe and chronic in childhood, the damage...

Unlike most medical conditions, fibromyalgia is diagnosed by the combination of a variety of symptoms rather than by one positive or negative test. Medical treatment for fibromyalgia is primarily...

Tendons consist of a dense, fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone. They play a key role in holding our skeletal frame together and stretch to allow muscles to contract as our joints move.

A pinched nerve can occur wherever there is a nerve if that nerve, or a group of nerves, is somehow pinched by a bone or surrounding tissue. This can happen during pregnancy, or as a result of...

Recurring seizures are a sign of epilepsy. Epilepsy causes abnormal electrical activity in the brain, which causes seizures. Seizures may also affect speech and muscle control. With proper...

Human chorionic gonadotropin, or HCG, is a hormone normally produced by a woman's placenta when she is pregnant. According to WebMD.com, HCG can also be produced by some cancerous tumors that...

Copper is naturally found in rock, soil, water, sediment, plants and animals. Humans need to consume a certain amount of copper but too much can be dangerous. Copper is a versatile metal used to...

Triglycerides are a type of lipid present in the blood. Lipids are naturally produced by the body or eaten as food. Fatty acids are the subunits of a triglyceride. While absolutely necessary for...

According to the Institute of Medicine, two in three children who survive cancer go on to have side effects of the cancer or the treatment. Many childhood cancers effect the central nervous...

This article will assist the reader in understanding techniques that will allow for meaningful communication with a person diagnosed with Alzheimer's or related dementia.

Fire alarms and smoke detectors are meant to notify you, other residents and pets of fire and smoke dangers in your home so that everyone can safely evacuate safely. In 2004, a telephone survey...

If you live in one of those "cold as hell" places (think: N.Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and others) three...maybe four months a year, and the sun has said adios, sayonara, goodbye, see...

Looking for ways to get your kids moving and actually get them to enjoy it? As a busy Mom of four kids, I understand that we are all trying to raise happy, healthy, and active kids. This article...

Athlete's foot is very irritating, itchy, and malodorous. Preventing athlete's foot will save people from suffering further and learning how to treat athlete's foot will give you an upperhand to...

How to Tell If You're Pregnant Without a Test. If you want to tell if you're pregnant without a test, your body may already be giving you signs of early pregnancy. Here's how to tell if you're...

Avoiding medication errors requires serious thinking and actions. Yearly in excess or 770,000 Americans make medication errors and are injured with an estimated 7,000 deaths occurring annually...

Learn how to overcome hot flashes fast. For women going through menopause, hot flashes can be an uncomfortable and inconvenient disturbance to everyday life. Find relief from hot flashes by using...

After the earthquake that hit Haiti weeks ago, all people all over the world especially Americans have picked up their phone to donate to help the victims of the earthquake. They were shocked at...

Oral thrush is a fungal yeast infection in the mouth caused by a type of yeast known as Candida. Oral thrush occurs when Candida grows at an accelerated rate and affects the mucus membrane of the...

Menopause brings with it a host of unpleasant symptoms, including hot flashes, insomnia, irritability and depression. Many women are desperate for relief from these symptoms and look for a...

Many people are all too familiar with ingrown toenails, which can lead to annoying or excruciating pain and even infections. This condition is often caused by toenails that have been cut too short...

The septum is the part of the nose that separates the left and right nostrils. In anatomy, the term septum refers to any part of the body that divides one bigger part into two smaller parts. In...

Fungi are living organisms that grow in moist, dark places. Most feed on dead organic matter, but some--such as candida-- prefer living hosts and are symbiotic and/or parasitic.

Typically, patients can eat and drink normally before an MRI. Exceptions are if you are having your stomach or intestines scanned, or if you will be receiving a sedative or anesthetic. Consult...

For those with severe allergies, anaphylaxis is a daily threat. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can result in death if not treated immediately. EpiPens are designed to be an...

There are many environmental concerns during the prenatal stage of development. Avoiding alcohol, smoking and harmful chemicals will increase your chances of having a healthy baby.

A vaginal yeast infection, otherwise known as vulvovaginal candidiasis, is a common infection in the vaginal area caused by yeast (candida albicans). Candida bacteria can overgrow for many reason...

A vaginal yeast infection, otherwise known as vulvovaginal candidiasis, is a common infection in the vaginal area caused by yeast (candida albicans). Candida bacteria can overgrow for many reason...

How to predict yur life expectancy.

Drug addiction is an ever increasing problem in the United States today. From street drugs to prescription drugs everyone knows someone who has been or is afflicted with drug addiction. Follow...

Being pregnant is a beautiful thing. Everyone always dreams of having that healthy bouncing baby boy or girl that they waited on for nine long months. However sometimes pregnancies don't always go...

A temporal thermomter, such as the Exergen Temporal Scanner, is non-invasive and very accurate. It uses advanced infrared technology to provide quick, accurate results in an easy-to-use forehead...

As we advance through the technology age, more and more people are starting to utilize the internet and the power of having access to the world at their computer. However, many people spend a lot...

We inhale and exhale all day long, but seldom stop to think about the process. Most people take 12 to 15 breaths per minute, moving about 13 pints of air, and our lungs and the rest of our...

When a family notices that a loved one is no longer managing life on the same physical or mental level as before, the person's lifestyle might be improved by moving into an assisted living...

A glucose standard curve is a method of monitoring blood glucose over a period to identify patterns and peaks in glucose levels. Understanding regular glucose levels can help isolate medical...

The urinary system consists of two kidneys, two ureters, urethra, bladder and urinary sphincter. It's primary function is to filter waste products out of the blood, excreting it in the form of...