Allergies are at least sometimes unavoidable. Certain times of the year make it impossible to escape them unless we are ready to hole ourselves up at home. And sometimes, not even then. Further aggravating the issue is the fact that there are many different types of allergies you can have. Read more…
Asthma Asthma is a chronic condition characterized by frequent bouts of breathlessness. In an asthmatic attack the bronchi become narrowed because their walls contract, and the resulting partial obstruction causes difficulty in breathing, often accompanied by wheezing. The narrowing can occur suddenly, sometimes in a few minutes, and there may Read more…
Allergies and hypersensitivity are harmful and unwanted reactions of the body’s immune system to ordinarily harmless substances such as pollen, house dust and certain foods. In the same way that an ineffective organism carries antigens that cause antibodies to be produced, the allergic substance (allergen) also stimulates antibody production. Other Read more…
Mesothelioma is a disease that can develop after someone is exposed to a toxic substance known as asbestos. While anyone can be diagnosed with mesothelioma, it’s a disease that primarily affects seniors. Here are 10 facts to help you better understand mesothelioma: 1. Around 3,000 People Are Diagnosed Each Year Read more…
Body image is more than just a mental picture of what you look like in the mirror. Body image is the personal relationship you have with your entire body. This unique relationship includes how you think and feel, as well as your perception of your body. Unfortunately, our culture often Read more…
Eating a healthy diet that includes plenty of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables is top priority when it comes to the prevention of breast cancer. Now, a new study shows that when you eat may also affect your outcome. Catherine Marinac, lead author of the study says: “Previous research has focused Read more…
What is Burnout? Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands. As the stress continues, you begin to lose the interest and motivation that led you to take Read more…
With lockdown and travel restrictions being imposed in countries all around the world, no country is left unscathed from the devastation that is COVID-19. While the effects of social distancing and lockdown are apparent and playing its toll, regardless whether you live with family or alone and with no clear Read more…
Heart attack is one of the most common risks to men’s health. Studies say, about 70 -89% of sudden attack occurs in men. The risk of heart attack in men increases after the age of 45 years, and the average age of men suffering from this disease is 66. Heart Read more…
A new analysis from the Framingham Heart Study shows that new cases of dementia may be decreasing. And when it does strike, it’s occurring later in life. The data, collected from 1975 to present, shows a 20 percent decrease in dementia for each decade. This is surprising, since obesity, diabetes Read more…