Feb 11, 2014
According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one cause of death in women. Statistics reveal that over 40 million women in the United States are affected by heart disease, and 90 percent have at least one or more risk factors for developing this disease. Only one out of five American women believe that heart disease is...
Read MoreJan 27, 2014
Also known as hypobaropathy, altitude sickness is an illness caused by being at a high altitude where air pressure is low, and there has been no gradual exposure or prior acclimatization. It often occurs at altitudes more than 8,000 feet with skiers and mountain climbers. More acute symptoms may occur at altitudes above 12,000 feet and can lead to...
Read MoreJan 27, 2014
Cerebral infarction accounts for almost 90% of strokes in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, strokes are a leading cause of death in America. Fortunately, they are treatable.The risk factors for cerebral infarction include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, tobacco smoking, obesity and...
Read MoreJan 13, 2014
Crestor is a member of the statin drug family and often prescribed to lower cholesterol levels in order to reduce the risk of heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, the Juniper trial of this drug demonstrated that Crestor reduced first major cardiovascular attacks by 46 percent. The Juniper trial consisted of 6,801 participants...
Read MoreJan 13, 2014
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a physical condition that interferes with a man’s ability to attain and sustain an erection. According to the Canadian Diabetes Association, it is not uncommon for men who have uncontrollable diabetes. As a matter of fact, men who have sought medical attention first for ED often wind up with a dual diagnosis for...
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Jan 7, 2014
Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels during pregnancy is essential for the mother and her unborn baby. High cholesterol during pregnancy can cause serious medical complications for the mother and the baby, including an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. This article will explore the symptoms and complications of high cholesterol during...
Read MoreJan 7, 2014
Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the airways become inflamed and narrowed. When the airways react to certain inhaled substances, the muscles around the airways begin to tighten and restrict airflow to the lungs. If swelling occurs, the airways become even narrower. Mucous occurs, and symptoms include shortness of breath, chest tightness and...
Read MoreDec 26, 2013
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD is one of the most common lung diseases prevalent in the world today. COPD usually presents itself as a group of progressive respiratory diseases. Chronic bronchitis is a form of COPD that results from the inflammation and swelling of the air passages leading to the lungs. Emphysema is another common...
Read MoreDec 23, 2013
Treatment for erectile dysfunction ranges from medications and simple mechanical devices to surgery and psychological counseling. And the cause and severity of the condition are two of the single most important factors in determining the combination of treatments which will be best for your particular situation. It will also be important to discuss...
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