The government has released the results of a recent study that states an increase in the number of people going to the emergency room for treatment after drinking energy drinks. The study reports there are double the number of incidents from four years ago. Also during this period, energy drink sales have risen throughout the country, with a variety of brands and flavors, and with their popularity soaring.
Most cases of emergency room trips involve teenagers and young adults. With the drinks being available in convenience stores, and due to their popularity and neon cans, younger people think it is
Dealing with Heavy Periods
by Dean Heller MD January 25th, 2013 | Ask the Doctor
My periods come exactly every four weeks, and there is very heavy bleeding almost all of the time. Not only that, I know some women only have it for a day or two, but mine lasts for five days. It seems like I spend my entire life dealing with this. I always feel tired. Is there anything I can do to decrease the amount of bleeding?
Many women deal with the same issue. First, and most importantly, you have to see your doctor to make sure there is not a serious cause to your heavy menstrual bleeding. Most of the
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Many women deal with the same issue. First, and most importantly, you have to see your doctor to make sure there is not a serious cause to your heavy menstrual bleeding. Most of the
Depression and Heart Health
by Kimberly Hays January 24th, 2013 | Heart Health
We have all heard that the effects of depression include body aches and pains, loss of appetite, and loss of interest in things a person used to enjoy. New studies are finding that depression also has a huge impact on heart health, showing that depression increases your chances of heart disease by an astounding 65 percent!
Because of these staggering percentages, The World Health Organization is forecasting that heart disease will be the most debilitating illness by the year 2010. They state that this is only second to depression. They are asking the medical community to look further
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Because of these staggering percentages, The World Health Organization is forecasting that heart disease will be the most debilitating illness by the year 2010. They state that this is only second to depression. They are asking the medical community to look further
Sleep Apnea Therapy
by Dean Heller MD January 18th, 2013 | Ask the Doctor
My husband keeps me up at night with his loud snoring; he practically shakes the house. A friend of mine told me that her husband uses a mask at night, and this completely eliminates his snoring, and as a bonus, he is less tired and cranky during the day. Can anyone buy this mask, and what is it?
Your friend's husband likely has obstructive sleep apnea, which is a condition that causes you to stop breathing for short periods of time while you are sleeping. It interrupts sleep, and causes people to be tired during the day. People
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Your friend's husband likely has obstructive sleep apnea, which is a condition that causes you to stop breathing for short periods of time while you are sleeping. It interrupts sleep, and causes people to be tired during the day. People
Heartburn Medications
by Jessica B. January 15th, 2013 | Medication
Heartburn is something that can ruin any great dining experience, and many people will fight with it at some point in their lives. There are different things that might bring on heartburn, including upset stomach, pregnancy, overeating, or irritating food; however, some people are just prone to heartburn. There are many options available over the counter for heartburn sufferers, but if you suffer from heartburn more than occasionally, you should speak to your doctor about what the best option is for you.
Antacids - Commonly used heartburn medications are Alka-Seltzer, Tums, Maalox, and Pepto-Bismol. They often come in
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Antacids - Commonly used heartburn medications are Alka-Seltzer, Tums, Maalox, and Pepto-Bismol. They often come in