Cardiac arrest: what makes the heart stop?
Resource post for June The King of Pop Michael Jackson was said to have suffered from cardiac arrest but the actual cause of death is unknown. This statement confused many people - why can't cardiac arrest be the cause of death? To answer this question, we have to brush up a bit on what we know about cardiac arrest. What is cardiac arrest? According to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. When this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. If the heart does ...
OTC drugs are not always safe: the safety updates
Over-the-counter drugs, known as OTC drugs for short, are drugs available at your pharmacists without a doctor's prescription. Normally, the status of OTC is only granted by drug authorities to drugs whose safety has been well-established over years and years of use. Many of the medications you have in your medicine cabinet at home are OTC, from the pills you take for fever and toothache (acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or aspirin) to your common cough and cold drugs (cough syrup, cold rubs, etc.) to your nutritional supplements. Many of these medicines are even used in children. However, recent studies have reported that ...
Mobile phone and cancer Part II: Those who say “Yes”
Last week, I presented one side of the phone-cancer issue, basically the side that says "No, mobile phone use does not cause cancer." This week, I am presenting the other side of the coin. But remember, this is not about taking sides. It's about presenting the whole picture. Because of the involvement of industry groups in funding the INTERPHONE studies, it is not surprising that many are sceptical of the results that those studies reported. Some independent research studies have also been conducted to investigate the link between RF radiaton - cancer which reported otherwise. What the research studies say The BioInitiative Working ...
Compulsive hoarding: when collection becomes an addiction
Resource post for June: Compulsive Hoarding Syndrome Are you a collector? Do you feel reluctant to throw away anything? Do you always get the feeling you will need something later? Are you an enthusiast who collects coins, stamps, or baseball cards? It is normal to keep things that we identify ourselves with - photos, letters, etc. It is also normal to collect things we are passionate about. But when collection becomes addictive, even compulsive and turns into hoarding, then we are talking about a serious problem. What is compulsive hoarding? Compulsive hoarding syndrome is defined as (source: Obsessive Compulsive Foundation) the acquisition of, and ...
Is prolonged grief a mental disorder?
Resource post for June It can happen to anybody - losing a loved one - a child, a partner/spouse, a sibling, a parent. We grieve because grief is an extension of our capacity to love as human beings. But after some time we have to move on and carry on with our lives. The intensity of grief lessens, the pain starts to heal. But what if it doesn't? There are cases when grief just wouldn't go away and remains unresolved for months, and even years. This what experts call Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) or Complicated Grief. Symptoms It seems that PGD is a form ...
What your sunscreen label means
This coming Friday, May 22, is "Don't Fry Day", a health awareness program jointly sponsored by the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention (NCSCP). The campaign is aimed to encourage sun safety awareness and help reduce increasing incidence of skin cancer. In observance of this health campaign, this resource post brings you information on what your sunscreen labels mean. Sunburn protection factor (SPF) You see it on your sunscreen all the time - SPF, followed by a number. But what does SPF really mean for your sun protection? SPF stands for sunburn protection factor. It can range from ...
Workaholism is an addiction, too
There is an addiction that is considered to be "acceptable", even "respectable." But it is nonetheless can be just as detrimental to your health as other less acceptable addictions. I am referring to workaholism, the so-called "respectable addiction." What is the difference between a workaholic and a hard worker? According to Dr. Bryan Robinson, author and expert on workaholism (source: WebMD): "Hard work put us on the moon and discovered vaccinations and built this country... But hard workers generally have some balance in their lives. They sit at their desks and think about skiing. The workaholic is on the ski slopes thinking about ...
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•News from the cancer side, July 3 •CVD News Watch, July 3 •Fundraising for dementia research: a million for a million •Drugs that help quit but increase suicide risk •Accidental eye injuries: causes and prevention •What’s up in July: summer health events •Driving restrictions for patients with ICDs •Does hot tea cause esophageal cancer? •Cardiac arrest: what makes the heart stop? •Mobile phone use: if not cancer, then what?Battling ADDICTION
Drugs that help quit but increase suicide risk
As anti-smoking laws sweep across the globe, more and more people are really trying...
Alcohol: brain damage in 6 minutes
Ever heard of the expression “letting your drink get into your head?”...
Compulsive hoarding: when collection becomes an addiction
Resource post for June: Compulsive Hoarding Syndrome Are you a collector? Do you...
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Osteoarthritis in canines: biomarker research gives hope to dog owners
It is not only humans who suffer from osteoarthritis. Animals such as horses and...
A therapy to get osteoarthritis patients moving
Physical exercise is essential in maintaining joint health and in managing symptoms...
Information On Rheumatoid Arthritis Focuses On Treatment
One of the causes of arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes the body to go...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling DEPRESSION
Depression in bypass patients: non-drug treatments work
It is a known fact -surgery may mend the body but it may also depress the mind. This...
Is prolonged grief a mental disorder?
Resource post for June It can happen to anybody - losing a loved one - a child, a...
Fighting depression with exercise
Many children and adolescents suffer from clinical depression. That is why experts...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling HEALTHCARE
What’s up in July: summer health events
Would you believe it that it’s now July and school vaction is about to start? Well,...
OTC drugs are not always safe: the safety updates
Over-the-counter drugs, known as OTC drugs for short, are drugs available at your...
What’s the latest in heath care, June 20
It’s a little bit late but here it is … your health care updates for...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling HEART AND STROKE
CVD News Watch, July 3
Happy 4th of July to all Americans! CVD heart victim watch Mainly medical unknowns...
Driving restrictions for patients with ICDs
ICD stands for implantable cardioverter defibrillator. This is a device implanted...
Cardiac arrest: what makes the heart stop?
Resource post for June The King of Pop Michael Jackson was said to have suffered...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling OBESITY
Obesity and surgery
Obese patients and their doctors may face special challenges when undergoing and...
Does your BMI really reflect your health status?
Those who are closely watching their weight are familiar with the term BMI, short...
Recession obesity: getting fat during lean times
Ever heard of recession obesity? It is getting fat during lean times. This is mainly...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling STRESS
Dealing with posttraumatic stress disorder
Living through a traumatic event can leave lasting scars. Even after a physical trauma...
How stress affects your financial decisions
It’s a vicious cycle. The current economic situation has created an environment...
Driving under the influence of … stress
We are not supposed to drive when we are under the influence of alcohol or certain...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Fundraising for dementia research: a million for a million
When you think about companies giving to charity, you wouldn’t think of a budget...
Pain relievers: do they or do they not prevent Alzheimers?
Previous studies have reported that pain relievers such as the anti-inflammatory...
Your brain needs good cholesterol, too!
It is well-known that high blood cholesterol levels are not good for the heart. Is...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling CANCER
News from the cancer side, July 3
News from the survivors Lance Armstrong starts Tour de France While fireworks go...
Does hot tea cause esophageal cancer?
There is nothing like a hot drink to perk you up in the morning, especially during...
Mobile phone use: if not cancer, then what?
This is the third in a series of posts on mobile phone use. Although most studies...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling DIABETES
It’s not all bad news for rosiglitazone
Remember the controversy about the diabetic drug rosiglitazone (market name Avandia)?...
Judge Sonia Sotomayor: an inspiration for those with diabetes
Health advocacy groups applaud US President Barack Obama’s nomination of Sonia...
Diabetic? You can still have fun at Easter!
Being a diabetic at Easter can be very difficult. Especially if you are a little...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling HEARING
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month
Our sense of hearing is one of the most important of our senses and hearing impairment...
Quick Relief from Ear Pain - Home Remedies for Earache
By Peter Rodrick If you are looking for earache remedies then you are at the right...
What Causes Ringing Ears?
By John Currie Often we are not even aware of the dangers in today’s noisy...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
March is National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month. This year’s...
Multiple Sclerosis is NOT a Financial Death Sentence
By Michelle Katz Live a financial healthy life with Multiple Scherosis (MS). Here...
Multiple Sclerosis - How You Can Help
By Lance Winslow MS or Multiple Sclerosis is something that affects one in every...
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How anti-psychotics affect your metabolism
Patients who present with psychotic symptoms (e.g. as in those with schizophrenia...
Toxoplasmosis, dopamine and schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a complex neurological disorder, believed to be the results of multiple...
Common Delusions In Schizophrenia - Various Types And The Danger They Pose To You
By Sheldon Pilsworth Among the different types of schizophrenia that have been diagnosed...
Read More Posts From This CategoryBattling VISION
Accidental eye injuries: causes and prevention
How’s this for statistics to make you think seriously about protecting your...
Bright is not good for sight: sun safety tips for the eyes
With the sun shining and the weather so fabulous, the great outdoors is inviting...
5 Ways to Treat the Dry Eye of the Aging Beholder
The aging process means that there are all sorts of changes to your body and one...
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