Diseases and Conditions Articles

Former Yahoo CEO Scott Thompson is Up Against a Bigger Problem: Thyroid Cancer

gigi — Tue, 15 May 2012 02:39:02 -0600

Scott Thompson, now ex-CEO of Yahoo! Stepped down to face a bigger problem than his CV allegations – battling with Thyroid Cancer. Could stress be the culprit in the end?

Symptoms of Necrotizing Fasciitis: How Flesh Eating Bacteria Can Happen to You

gigi — Sun, 13 May 2012 20:47:15 -0600

With Aimee Copeland’s tragic affliction with a Flesh Eating Bacteria. Know the cycle and symptoms of flesh eating bacteria, known medically as Necrotizing fasciitis.

Is Your Daughter Suffering from Rett Syndrome? What are the Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment for Rett Syndrome?

kristine — Fri, 11 May 2012 01:58:46 -0600

When you learn that there is a rare disorder specific only to girls and you have a daughter, you may surely feel scared for her. This rare disorder is called Rett Syndrome. Should you find yourself dealing with this condition, arm yourself with all the information you can get hold of. Also take inspiration from a young girl named Chelsea and her mother, Monica, who are faced with the ordeals of battling Rett Syndrome.

Is Obesity a Parental Responsibility or a Problem of the Society?

marj — Wed, 09 May 2012 21:08:28 -0600

Is it the government's responsibility to stop the spread of the obesity epidemic in the country or is a parent's responsibility?

What Are You Doing to Protect Yourself Against the Obesity Epidemic?

marj — Tue, 08 May 2012 21:16:21 -0600

You probably have heard by now that according to CDC forecast, 42% of the American population would probably be obese by 2030. Have you been infected by the obesity epidemic yet?

Breast Cancer, not JUST a Women’s Disease: Men can get it too

marj — Mon, 07 May 2012 20:22:51 -0600

Breast cancer is not exclusive to women only; men are also susceptible to it. Although it is a rare occurrence, when breast cancer hits the men, it is often more deadly and aggressive due to negligence and lack of awareness. Find out the common symptoms to beat your odds.

What killed the Beasty Boy?: Salivary Gland Cancer

marj — Sun, 06 May 2012 21:21:58 -0600

If you’re a fan of Beastie Boys, then the news of co-founder Adam Yauch’s death could have brought a little sadness in you. But what is this monstrous disease that killed the Beastie’s iconic rapper?

College Basketball Coach Pat Summitt Diagnosed with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s: Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Caring for a Loved One

kristine — Wed, 02 May 2012 01:15:54 -0600

Legendary college basketball coach Pat Summit was diagnosed with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s. Her son, Tyler, has been with her from day one when she first found about her condition, when she retired as head coach, and until now that she is head emeritus coach. Even as Tyler heads off to start his own coaching career, he has vowed to fight Alzheimer’s by his mother’s side all the way. Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that the patient and his or her loved-ones will have to brave through each passing day.

What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy that Took the 5-month old Avery’s Life?

marj — Tue, 01 May 2012 21:08:14 -0600

What is spinal muscular atrophy that took away Avery's chance of completing her bucket list?
Who are at risk? Is this an infant-disease only?

How to Deal with Your Embarrassing Man Boobs

marj — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:45:19 -0600

Are you suddenly developing man boobs? What is gynecomastia and how do you deal with it?

Think ADHD is just for Kids? You'll Be Surprised to see Some Signs of Adult ADHD in Your Personality

marj — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 01:08:09 -0600

Do you often get in trouble with your relationship with other people due to your incessant talking? Do you have difficulty following instructions or conversation because you find them boring? If you answered yes to both, you could have adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or AADHD that you are not aware of.

Don't Blame Salt for the cause of your High Blood Pressure just Yet

marj — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 02:17:18 -0600

many times has salt or sodium been blamed for the cause of heart disease? What if there is no conclusive evidence that say it really is to be blamed for the number one cause of death in the country?

Heart Attack Grill Burger: Another Diner Collapses While Devouring. What You Should Know About Heart Attacks

kristine — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:22:35 -0600

A diner at the Heart Attack Grill was rushed to the hospital. The woman was enjoying her Double Bypass Burger while smoking and drinking before she collapsed. Luckily, she didn’t undergo a real Double Bypass but there are no reports about her real condition yet. This is the 2nd incident that a customer collapsed inside the establishment while enjoying an obviously health-hazard menu. The 1st incident in February involved a man who was also enjoying his Heart Attack Grill meal and actually suffered a heart attack.

The Case of the Mad Cow

marj — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:01:08 -0600

How fatally dangerous is mad-cow disease? How are you infected by it and what causes it? Should you be concerned?

Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, Stays Alive and Stirs from Coma: How Do You Slip into a Coma?

kristine — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:18:41 -0600

Robin Gibb, of The Bee Gees, has long been battling with liver cancer. More than a week ago, he slipped into a coma and nobody thought that he would immediately wake up from such a state. His doctor, family, and friends are more than amazed and happy for the strong will to survive that Gibb has shown. But not everybody is as fortunate and as strong willed as Robin Gibb was to be able to wake up from a coma that may really cost yours and your loved one’s life in the long run.

Band singer Killed by Throat Cancer: the Facts

marj — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:20:23 -0600

The Band singer Levon Helm died of throat cancer. How does one develop throat cancer and what are the early signs to prevent it from going to fatal stage?

The Boston Marathon Guide to Winning in Life

marj — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:14:07 -0600

To win a race like the Boston Massachusetts Wesley Korir and Sharon Cherup won last Monday, it takes more than just the physical preparation to do so. To win any race in your life, you need the right mindset, something you can learn from the winners.

Do you frequently ask people to repeat their words or questions? Beware, you may have a Hearing Loss Problem

marj — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:21:26 -0600

How often you ask people to repeat their statement or questions may point to a potential hearing loss problem. Know what causes hearing problems and prevent them before it's too late.

How to Get the Mosquitoes to Stop Liking You

marj — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:00:34 -0600

What makes a mosquito become attracted to you? Do you sometimes feel that you are a mosquito-magnet? There are things in you and in your house that make the mosquitoes find you an easy target. Know what these are to stop being bitten and infected.

Are You Addicted to Food? Food Addiction is Real and It can Happen to You

kristine — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:59:49 -0600

Compulsive eating, overeating, and binge eating disorder are the other names that can be given to Food Addiction. Your mid-day or late-night cravings, guilt feelings, unexplainable weight gain, and obsession with food may be symptoms of the addiction. Learn more about food addiction and what you can really do about it.

Teen Sells Kidney to Buy an iPhone and iPad: The Dangerous Truth Behind Kidney Transplants

kristine — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:22:52 -0600

Organ transplants have been around since the 1950s. The heart, lungs, liver, pancreas, and kidneys are the most common organs that can be transplanted from one body to another. Living organ donors may be family members, relatives, or friends who go through a series of tests for compatibility to the person they are donating their organ to. Being a donor requires the individual to also be in good health. Aside from being physically healthy, an organ donor should also be prepared mentally before giving away an organ.

Awareness Against Autism Discrimination

gigi — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 02:15:45 -0600

There is a rise in the prevalence of autism in our era. However, there are still people who do not understand the condition. Adults and children who have autism can function well in society with the right training and knowledge imparted.

Whitney Houstons Autopsy Reveals Cocaine in her System and Death by Drowning

gigi — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 18:54:22 -0600

Whitney Houston’s autopsy shows that she used cocaine moments before she died of drowning in her hotel bathtub. Know the chilling effects of cocaine, and what it does to your body.

Maybe It's time that People Become Aware of Williams Syndrome to Learn about Empathy

marj — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 21:35:49 -0600

What is Williams Syndrome and how does this affect someone? They are just like everyone of us if not better because they have something most "normal" people lack - empathy.

Comedian Gallagher: Roadmap to Recovery from a Heart Attack

gigi — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 19:56:53 -0600

With the recent heart attack of Comedian Leo Gallagher, who is notorious for smashing watermelons on stage; how can you prevent from another heart attack from happening? Here are some mile markers on your road to recovery from a heart attack.

Do zombies really exist?

marj — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:35:30 -0700

Tim Meacham is walking like a zombie without a pulse, thanks to the LVAD device. Lucky he may seem, he would not really have needed to depend on such device for his life had he taken care of his health. May his story serve as an inspiration to change your lifestyle.

Ike Davis May be Stricken with Valley Fever: What are the Causes, Symptoms and Treatment?

gigi — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:08:23 -0700

It may seem that Ike Davis, the first baseman for the METS may be infected with Valley Fever. Wondering to know how you can get Valley fever, its signs and symptoms and how to treat it as well?

Davy Jones Dead: Warning Signs to Look Out for When a Heart Attack is Coming

kristine — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 23:07:43 -0700

British Davy Jones of The Monkees fame died of a heart attack in Florida. His death was very sudden as what is expected of heart attacks. But while a heart attack is truly fatal, it can be prevented if the small signs are immediately dealt with instead of ignored and dismissed. Know more of the warning signs to look out for to tell that someone may be having a heart attack and how you lower the chances of suffering from a heart attack.

Home Remedies for Dizziness

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:52:28 -0700

Dizziness or lightheadedness is typically a temporary condition that does not require treatment or concern. Still, the pause it causes in a person’s daily routine sometimes results in his wanting it to go away as soon as possible.

Tension Headaches

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:00:32 -0700

Tension headaches, which affect up to 78% of the population, are fairly common. The problem is, they are also one of the most difficult kinds of headache to treat, while also being one of the most neglected, despite its being one of the most frequently observed.

Common Learning Disabilities in Children

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:28:38 -0700

Every parent would definitely want his or her child to excel in school. But what happens when that does not happen? Sometimes parents write it off as the child’s simple disinterest, but when trouble seems consistent, it may be wise to check if a learning disability may be ruled out, or if that is mainly what is causing the problem.

Warning Signs of Dyslexia

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:08:19 -0700

Sometimes, parents can become too preoccupied with ensuring that their children excel even in their preschool years that they do not see warning signs for certain learning disabilities. This is especially true in cultures who value education very highly and put an almost undue pressure on children as young as preschool-age to excel and beat the rest of their class in terms of grades and academic performance.

Causes of Asthma

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:13:17 -0700

Asthma is a relatively common condition diagnosed among many children, especially towards these recent years. It is characterized by constricted airways and difficulty breathing that may come about by various triggers. But exactly what causes asthma?

What to Expect in Stroke Rehab

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:32:26 -0700

When a person undergoes a stroke, all is not lost, as he will most likely be able to get back on his feet. Since getting back to normal life is likely the priority of anybody who has had a stroke, rehabilitation should be seriously put into consideration.

Early Warning Signs of a Stroke

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:42:43 -0700

The old adage that presents prevention as being better than cure is true for almost every health issue possible, and strokes are no exception. When the brain winds up with no oxygen supply, or what is known as a stroke, there are actually some early warning signs that could signal a problem.