Alcohol abuse is a major problem in the United States; according to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, misuse of alcoholic beverages cost the United States nearly $250 billion in 2010 alone. As troubling as these figures are, ...
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Finding Health Clues in Social Media
Generally speaking, people use social media for… well, social reasons. But what if your social media footprint could reveal key information about your health? According to the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, this could very well ...
Read More »Four Exercises For People with COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a widespread condition in the United States, affecting over 24 million people. Those living with this condition must contend with a number of chronic symptoms, including coughing, chest tightness and breathing difficulties. Despite these ...
Read More »New Product, Same Problem? The Possible Risks of E-Cigarettes
Having been linked to everything from high blood pressure to cancer, it can safely be said that here are few products with a worse reputation than cigarettes. In recent years, many consumers have turned to electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, believing ...
Read More »Cancers of the Spine: Effects and Treatments
When people think of cancer, they often think of cancers that affect the lungs, skin and prostate. Unfortunately, the spine is not immune from the reach of malignant tumors; in fact, when combined with brain tumors, spinal cancer is the ...
Read More »Putting a Number on Organ Transplant Success
In the United States, dozens of people receive organ transplants each day, saving them from succumbing to various illnesses and medical conditions. While organ transplantation is nothing new, the sheer amount of years added to the lives of organ recipients ...
Read More »Harmful Injuries: A Recurring Problem?
There are numerous health issues that are notorious for their long-term effects on the body, such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer. On the other hand, many people recover from traumatic injuries in a relatively short amount of time. However, ...
Read More »Heart Failure and Bone Loss: Are They Connected?
By its name alone, it’s obvious that heart failure is a serious condition. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people living with this condition face a grim outlook, with roughly half dying within five years of ...
Read More »Communication Breakdown: Chemical Reactions and Eye Cataracts
Like the rest of the body, the eyes are not immune to the ravages of time. In their later years, many older adults develop eye cataracts, a disease that often leads to seriously diminished vision. A recent study may help ...
Read More »Gauging the Risks Electromagnetic Radiation
While you may not be familiar with the term “electromagnetic radiation,” you can rest assured that you probably encounter it many times throughout the day ‒ this type of energy can be found in both your home and office, and ...
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