Written by Jennifer Benjamin from www.Health.com If you’re doing everything “right” and can’t seem to lose weight, you may have a hidden health condition. Most of us already know that eating less and moving more are the keys to dropping extra pounds. But if you’re already doing everything “right” and […]
You might have a bladder problem if . . .by Paula Spencer Scott, www.Caring.com senior editor. Some symptoms of incontinence are obvious: Urine leaks out inappropriately, or you simply can’t “hold it” long enough to reach a commode. But many adults with incontinence may be oblivious to bladder problems or […]
Written by Stephanie Dolgoff from www.Parenting.com – If your child won’t stop crying, take them to the emergency room. When your toddler is hurt and screaming and emotions are bubbling over, it can be hard to tell if a situation is a true emergency, something that can be treated in your doctor’s […]
For women, risk of depression falls as coffee intake rises says www.Health.com. According to a large new study, women who drink caffeinated coffee are less likely to become depressed – and the more they drink, the more their risk of depression goes down. The study, which was published today in […]
By Dr. Sanjay Gupta, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent When I went to Michael J. Fox’s neighborhood this morning, I had no idea what time we would start our interview. “He has to time his medications,” I was told. “When his medications kick in, he will be ready.” As far as […]
A stigma is defined as a mark of disgrace associated by a particular circumstance. Many people can be affected by the stigma associated with mental health. Being told you have a mental illness often comes at a difficult time, after a struggle with symptoms and the problems they cause. Giving […]
Any of us can go through an overwhelming traumatic event, and most get over it without help. But about one in three go on with symptoms for many months or years – this is called post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Symptoms of PTSD Symptoms of PTSD usually start within six months, […]
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a preoccupation with the appearance of a certain part of the body. What causes it? The cause of BDD is unclear, but it may be genetic or caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. What are the symptoms? People with BDD are excessively worried […]
Everyone who has had chickenpox is at risk of developing shingles, which is caused by the same herpes virus. The first sign of shingles is usually excessively sensitive, tingling or burning skin where the shingles rash subsequently appears. The area is often painful. At the same time, you may experience […]
Rhinoplasty, also known as “nose reshaping,” “nose plastic surgery,” or simply a “nose job,” is a surgical procedure generally used to enhance the functionality or appearance of the nose. Many celebrities, like Ashlee Simpson, have spoken openly about the positive effect rhinoplasty has had on their lives. A stunning nose […]
