The strange is uncomfortable, and the familiar is reassuring. We learn this at a very young age, when we latch onto a favored item and clutch at it to feel better. The more unsettled the child might be feeling, the closer he or she will often hold the blanket, the animal, the toy. Even if […]
Research into Alzheimer’s has increased in recent years, but there is much that is still not understood about the disease. Part of the issue is, in some cases, the cognitive decline can’t be recognized and diagnosed until it’s already well under way. At that point, it can be too late for doctors or patients to […]
Athletes are no strangers to pain, whether that be the day-to-day pain that comes from high-level training or the more dangerous and event-driven pain that comes about when an injury is incurred. And while athletes and trainers are generally well-versed on the traditional methods of treating pain, they’re always looking for new options and ways […]
Sunglasses are useful for more than just looking cool by the pool. And even though they can be beneficial in protecting your eyes, they’re not a perfect defense. Photokeratitis is a form of sunburn that affects the eye. It occurs when the eyes are exposed to bright sunlight, damaging the eye and your ability to […]
Surviving a serious medical issue, something traumatic or life threatening, is often only the first step. After a heart attack or stroke, even surviving patients can often be left significantly debilitated. And unfortunately, even some who need round the clock care aren’t in a position to receive it from medical professionals. For many of these […]
Caregivers entering Stage 2 are normally providing more than 10 hours of care per week. As mentioned last week, the caregiving duties are starting to turn into a ‘job’ and your time is getting limited. This is where the stress typically starts to set in. The major emotions associated with Stage 2 are guilt, frustration, […]
There might be fresh hope for those suffering from sickle cell anemia. A Canadian woman recently underwent a bone marrow transplant, with stem cells from her sister being transplanted into her. Doctors have now confirmed her sickle cell is cured. She’s the first Canadian adult to ever beat sickle cell after undergoing this procedure, and […]
Herbal medicine has become overshadowed by the flash and appeal of modern science, but herbal remedies do still hold valuable effects that can be utilized to offer relief for a variety of common health concerns. Berberine is the main component of barberry. It’s an alkaloid that possesses a number of beneficial effects, working to counter […]
Patients who suffer from gastrointestinal issues can often fall into great pain or discomfort simply from the routine act of trying to eat. These issues are very serious when they strike, particularly when they’re persistent and not temporary. Everyone’s body needs sustenance, and without it life is impossible. New medical research is pointing to a […]
A devastating disease that affects the lungs, and the ability to breathe without difficulty, is poised for a terrible outbreak this spring. Whooping cough causes those afflicted with it to cough uncontrollably, often in a violent fashion. Not only does it make simply breathing hard, the wracking coughs can cause physical damage in the throat […]
