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Bacteria can influence our bodies in ways even experts still struggle to understand. Invaders can ravage a system, some attacking with such speed and fury that they can overwhelm and kill their hosts despite all efforts to stop them. In some cases, the damage and waste products bacteria leave behind could be equally as devastating. They might even contribute to many different autoimmune and neurodegenerative...
11/27/2021 9:00:00 AM
Researchers have seen an unsettling new trend: Colon cancer is striking people at younger ages. As a result, the American Cancer Society recently updated its guidelines for colon and rectal cancer prevention, now advising that all people begin routine screening at 45, as reported by CNN. Previous guidelines recommended that people begin screening at 50. Deadly TrendColon and rectal cancers are the...
11/22/2021 9:00:00 AM
Skeeter syndrome has a funny-sounding name, but the condition can be serious. This condition may cause swelling and blisters, and it increases the risk of infection. Most of us have minor reactions when a mosquito bites us. But people with skeeter syndrome have severe allergic reactions to mosquito bites. Let's take a closer look at the syndrome and talk about the symptoms and treatment What Is Skeeter...
11/12/2021 9:00:00 AM
The CDC estimates that nearly 5.5 million adults in the United States have autism. But while most of us associate autism with children, the fact is that there are likely millions of autistic adults both diagnosed and as yet undiagnosed. Some people receive late diagnoses, and others don’t receive any diagnosis at all. We have a few tips on what to do if you’re an adult who believes your autism undiagnosed...
11/10/2021 9:00:00 AM
Is brain degeneration avoidable? This may be the most important health question we ever try to answer in our lifetime. One that affects over 1 billion of the world’s population. You may find this hard to believe, but many brain diseases are caused by only 2 or 3 core issues. They are not random. They don’t just happen.What if the cure for top brain disorders and an overall healthier brain is outside...
11/9/2021 9:00:00 AM
One type of cancer receives minimal attention despite this sad fact: Every hour, one person dies from oral cancer. Oral cancer typically strikes those over age 40, with men more than twice as likely to get the diagnosis. Risks include tobacco use, excess drinking, facial sun exposure, and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. White or red patches in our mouths, problems chewing or swallowing, and lip...
11/7/2021 8:00:00 AM
Feel a little down during the darker months? You’re not alone. Up to 26% of the population suffers from seasonal depression. The “winter blues,” which is usually mild and short-lived, is responsible in some cases but many are the result of a more severe form of the condition: seasonal affective disorder, or SAD.The winter blues and SAD both come on around the same time of year, but SAD can be far more...
11/6/2021 8:00:00 AM
A new study found that optimistic people are more likely to achieve exceptional longevity, living to 85 years of age or older, than their pessimistic counterparts. Moreover, additional studies have pointed out that optimistic people are both happier and healthier in life. The moral of the story? Science says it’s better to look at the bright side in difficult situations. Doing so can help us to navigate...
11/4/2021 8:00:00 AM
Our immune system is our defense system against illnesses. We're pretty defenseless against the winter crud on our own. Without the immune system, we would catch every cold, flu and infection that crossed our paths. And then we'd have them indefinitely — or die from them. In fact, a simple virus could take our lives if it weren’t for the valiant efforts of the immune system. That’s why it’s so important...
11/2/2021 8:00:00 AM
Chronic pain can have devastating long-term effects on a person. It can derail even the most well-planned of days, and in some people, it can lead to crushing depression and anxiety. Painkillers can lead to even worse problems from side effects to addiction to rebound pain, making treatment complicated. But new approaches may have some exciting breakthroughs to offer. Antiepileptic Medications A class...
10/29/2021 8:00:00 AM
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