Archive for September, 2008
Thursday, September 25th, 2008
During the 2008-2009 election season, health care is one of the primary focuses for debate. The system appears to be broken and greater emphasis is placed on preventative medicine. In America, one of the costliest concerns is that of chronic diseases, which accounts for more than 75% of the nation's ...
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Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
Every year in the United States, two to three thousand new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed. This rare and aggressive form of cancer is caused by exposure to asbestos. This naturally occurring fibrous mineral is highly durable, resistant to flame, and makes an excellent insulator. Because of these properties, a ...
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Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008
The cancer that affects the protective film of different organs in the human body is known as malignant mesothelioma or asbestos cancer. It normally attacks the membranes covering the heart, lungs and abdomen. This ailment affects the people who work or are closely exposed to asbestos or asbestos products. Since ...
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Monday, September 22nd, 2008
Systemic lupus erythematosus (also known as SLE or lupus) is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the skin, joints, kidneys, lungs and/or nervous system. Sufferers may have skin rashes, arthritis, fatigue and fever, and symptoms may come and go in prolonged waves.
Essentially, systemic lupus is like a civil war, with your ...
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Sunday, September 21st, 2008
Health experts say there are many common myths about heart failure. One is that if you're thin with normal cholesterol, then you're not at risk. However, lack of exercise and smoking can lead to high blood pressure, which is just as bad as troublesome cholesterol from fatty foods. Another myth ...
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