I have incontinence of urine, and it is very embarrassing. A doctor recommended a bladder pacemaker, and I never even heard of that, have you?
Yes, this procedure does have proven benefits in some patients. It helps the bladder function more normally, and it decreases the incidence of incontinence. This device is similar to pacemakers that are used in the heart, so it is a well-proven technology.
Expert:Â Nebraska Medical Center
To learn more about urinary incontinence, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
New FDA Rules for Sunscreens
by Louise July 28th, 2011 | Health News
When buying sunscreen, it is often hard to understand what kind of protection each product offers. Sunscreen isn't cheap; we want the bang for our buck. The FDA has finally made some reforms to the rules for the labeling of sunscreen:
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- Water and sweat resistance - Products may no longer claim to be waterproof or sweat-proof; that is a misleading overstatement. Sunscreen labels may claim to be water resistant, but must indicate the amount of time the product remains effective, either 40 or 80 minutes. Sunscreens that are not water resistant must include directions to use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or
Children and the Sun
by Tom Seman MD FAAP July 27th, 2011 | Pediatrician on Call
I am going on a beach vacation with my husband and six month old. I know that babies burn easily, so what is the best way to protect her delicate skin?
The answer is fairly simple. For children under 6 months, it is best to avoid sun as much as possible. This does not mean that the child cannot go outside, rather the child should stay in an area of deep shade. This can be accomplished by placing 2 large beach towels over 2 beach chairs. When you place your hand in the shaded area, it should feel cooler than
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The answer is fairly simple. For children under 6 months, it is best to avoid sun as much as possible. This does not mean that the child cannot go outside, rather the child should stay in an area of deep shade. This can be accomplished by placing 2 large beach towels over 2 beach chairs. When you place your hand in the shaded area, it should feel cooler than
Understanding “High in Fiber”
by Louise July 26th, 2011 | Diet
You've heard that a high-fiber diet is good for you. How much do you need, and what does it do?
What it means for a product to be high in fiber? You see all these products that advertise being "high in fiber." These companies aren't allowed to arbitrarily make this claim; it is regulated by the FDA. A product may be considered high in fiber if it contains 20% or more of the recommended daily value of fiber per serving. A product is low in fiber if it contains less than 5%. (The products between the two values are in some
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What it means for a product to be high in fiber? You see all these products that advertise being "high in fiber." These companies aren't allowed to arbitrarily make this claim; it is regulated by the FDA. A product may be considered high in fiber if it contains 20% or more of the recommended daily value of fiber per serving. A product is low in fiber if it contains less than 5%. (The products between the two values are in some
Ethanol and Disease
by Lori Sciame July 25th, 2011 | Diseases
Can you guess the disease that can make you lose your job, your friends, your self-esteem, and even your family? Here’s a statistic that may help you figure it out. Currently in the United States, 17.6 million people suffer from a form of this disease.
Still don’t know? Well, the roots of the illness stem from the sustained consumption of liquids infused with this substance – ethanol. Simply put – those that suffer from this illness are addicted to drinking.
You probably have guessed by now, the answer is alcoholism.
Almost everyone has been touched in some way by this disease. Maybe
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Still don’t know? Well, the roots of the illness stem from the sustained consumption of liquids infused with this substance – ethanol. Simply put – those that suffer from this illness are addicted to drinking.
You probably have guessed by now, the answer is alcoholism.
Almost everyone has been touched in some way by this disease. Maybe