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Megan Johnson McCullough
Autoimmune Diseases: When the Body Attacks Itself
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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When the body’s immune system starts to attack itself, disorder erupts. There are up to 80,000 different autoimmune disorders, all ranging in severity. The immune system falls on a spectrum of very low functioning to being overly active. When the immune system is deficient, the body is unable to protect itself to ward off infections. When the immune system is hyperactive, the body starts to attack... 2/4/2019 8:00:00 AM
Robert Parmer
Severe Winter Weather Puts Millions at Risk: Here’s What to Be Conscious of
by Robert Parmer
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Right now the United States is in the middle of brutal, record-shattering conditions. Cities around the Midwest are facing lows plummeting as low -60°F with wind chill factored in. Subzero lows across the United States are currently widespread, so literally just stepping outside is putting many people at high risk for injury.The coldest recorded temps in the Chicago so far were -23°F at O'Hare International... 2/2/2019 8:00:00 AM
Hilary Thompson
Smart Technology to Help Improve Your Health
by Hilary Thompson
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Health-centric smart devices have helped millions of people stay physically fit, manage their diabetes, and meditate their way to better mental and physical health.Today, smart devices are moving beyond standard fitness wearables and personal meditation apps. We can now monitor our offices for CO2, keep our homes safe from invasion, and detect water leaks and shut off the water before they produce... 1/31/2019 8:00:00 AM
Jenn Ryan
The Real Reasons Vaping Is Terrible for You (and the Planet)
by Jenn Ryan
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I have to be honest here—I have never smoked anything. Ever.Nor have I ever “vaped.” When vaping become increasingly popular after its inception in 2003, I wasn’t convinced e-cigarettes were any better than cigarettes, despite people saying that they were.Unfortunately, adults and kids alike are often under the impression that vaping is a healthier version of smoking cigarettes. However, this harmful... 1/28/2019 10:00:00 PM
Megan Johnson McCullough
Health Benefits of Green Tea
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Green tea has become a very popular beverage, especially for health-conscious individuals. This tea is made from the Camellia sinensis leaves and originated in China. The Chinese and Indians use this tea as a form of medicine to heal wounds, regulate body temperature, help with digestion, and improve heart health. The key to this tea is that it contains catechins which are antioxidants that fight and... 1/27/2019 10:00:00 PM
Lisa B. Capp
Finding Happiness After a Dementia Diagnosis
by Lisa B. Capp
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Today 5.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. By 2050 the number is projected to grow to nearly 14 million. Bracing against the disease, while standing alongside those diagnosed, are family and friends wrapped in an intricate web of perplexing emotion.Dementia plays out in stages. I think about the arc of my mother’s life as college sorority sister, to wife, mother... 1/27/2019 10:00:00 PM
Megan Johnson McCullough
The Role of Genetics on Our Weight
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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There are a number of factors that influence obesity. These include behavioral choices, environmental circumstances, and genetics. Genes don’t always predict someone’s future weight, but science has shown that genetics play a role in obesity. Genes increase a person’s susceptibility to become overweight, but this is not an isolated causality, due to behavior and environment.Take for instance the number... 1/24/2019 8:00:00 AM
Megan Johnson McCullough
Botox: When Age is Merely a Number
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Cosmetic treatments have become increasingly popular. Botox is the brand name for a type of toxin that come from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. This toxin has multiple purposes depending on the type and ranges from types A to G. The injection of type A is the most popular, also called botulinum toxin type A. Type A is the most potent form and was approved by the FDA in 2002. There is one other... 1/24/2019 8:00:00 AM
Megan Johnson McCullough
Acne: Not a Friend to Your Skin
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Acne is a very common skin condition that has to do with hair follicles, oil, and dead skin cells. Acne likes to make itself visible through its presentation of pimples, oily skin, blackheads, whiteheads, and scarring. These symptoms are found on the face, chest, shoulders, and back. Almost everyone has had one of these acne types at some point in their life. The oil glands on the face clog the pores.... 1/24/2019 8:00:00 AM
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Cancer Death Rates Declining in the U.S.
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The American Cancer Society released some great news: U.S. cancer deaths have dropped by 27% over the last 25 years. Medical advancements and lifestyle factors (like reduced populations of smokers) have made the biggest impact. Poorer populations that can’t afford good healthcare are still about 20% more likely to die from cancer. Declining Cancer Death RatesIn an article published in CA: A Cancer... 1/23/2019 8:00:00 AM
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