HIV/AIDS has been around for a while now. The good news is that treatments for the disease have come a long way in helping to prolong the lives of those infected. Even Magic Johnson, one of the first major public figures to disclose that he suffered from HIV in the early 1990's, is still alive. The bad news is that today's teens who may not know the terrible toll that HIV/AIDS can take on a person, may become lax about prevention strategies.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides the following startling statistic: "Incidence is the number of
Update: Flu Season 2012
by Kimberly Hays November 13th, 2012 | Common Conditions
The flu season is now underway in the United States. If you have not obtained a flu shot, now is the time to get one. Remember that the flu shot will not give you the flu. If you experience any side effects, they will be short-lived and may consist of a low grade fever, a sore throat, a runny nose, or muscle aches. These are mild in comparison to the misery, and even death, that can be caused by the flu.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that the flu is showing up sporadically in many
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that the flu is showing up sporadically in many
Promising Prevention Tactics
by Lori Sciame November 12th, 2012 | Health Observance
Diabetes, an illness that causes the body to produce too much sugar (glucose), can wreak havoc on a person's health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), "diabetes can cause serious health complications including heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and lower-extremity amputations." In fact, it is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States. Most people know someone with type 2 diabetes, so the disease is familiar, but what may not be apparent - there are steps one can take to keep diabetes at bay.
Diabetes Hits Home
My grandmother suffered from diabetes. The illness took
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Diabetes Hits Home
My grandmother suffered from diabetes. The illness took
Carrot Juice and Eyesight
by Dean Heller MD November 9th, 2012 | Ask the Doctor
This may sound like a stupid question - I love carrot juice, and I was wondering if it really helps you have good vision?
It is not a stupid question, and there is some truth to the fact that carrots help your eyes. It will not change your vision if you have some other reason for your vision to be bad; however, some of the vitamins and nutrients in carrots contain pigments that help on the outside of your eye, as well as on the inside part of the retina. Carrots may also help to decrease the risk of macular
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It is not a stupid question, and there is some truth to the fact that carrots help your eyes. It will not change your vision if you have some other reason for your vision to be bad; however, some of the vitamins and nutrients in carrots contain pigments that help on the outside of your eye, as well as on the inside part of the retina. Carrots may also help to decrease the risk of macular
Flu Information
by Kimberly Hays October 16th, 2012 | Common Conditions
Flu season officially begins in October. If you haven’t gone to get a flu vaccination yet, now is the time! Understanding facts about the flu will explain the importance of getting vaccinated, as well as how to prevent contracting the virus.
What is the Flu?
The flu is known as influenza in the scientific community. It is given this name due to the influenza viruses that cause the illness. The virus enters the body through mucus membranes. When someone sneezes or coughs, it enters the air surrounding us. It is also found on many surfaces, including keyboards and doorknobs. We come
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What is the Flu?
The flu is known as influenza in the scientific community. It is given this name due to the influenza viruses that cause the illness. The virus enters the body through mucus membranes. When someone sneezes or coughs, it enters the air surrounding us. It is also found on many surfaces, including keyboards and doorknobs. We come