Browse Category: Diseases and Disorders
Published: August 28, 2008
Have you ever sat down to a meal, and had just one too many bites past the “full” point? Perhaps it was at an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, or maybe you couldn’t resist your mom’s famous pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving dinner. For most people, such a type of eating occurs only once in a great while. But for some, it becomes a way of life and may happen on a daily basis. At that point, it may develop into an eating disorder called binge eating.
Published: February 12, 2008
The winter season often leads to the "winter blahs" - you may feel tired all the time, experience lack of motivation to perform normal daily activities and just be overall lethargic. Oh, and don't forget the ghost-like appearance your skin takes on due to lack of sunshine! But what if all these symptoms are more than just the winter blahs? Take careful note - such inconspicuous health signals could be an indication of Anemia. What exactly is Anemia?
Published: April 08, 2008
Do you know someone who developed Alzheimer’s disease? If so, you know the heartache it can cause – both for those diagnosed and those close to them. Legendary film star, Charlton Heston, was diagnosed with symptoms consistent with Alzheimer's in 2002. He passed away at the age of 84 on April 5, 2008. While scientists are learning more about Alzheimer’s every day, there is still so much to be uncovered. Read on to learn more about this deadly disease.
Published: April 10, 2008
Have you ever met someone who is autistic? Perhaps someone in your family – a child or grandchild – suffers from the disorder? If you’ve never been exposed to someone with autism, you may not know a whole lot about it – the effects it has on learning, social capabilities and family life.
Published: April 29, 2008
Have you ever suffered from low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia? If so, you understand the impact it can have on your body, ranging from sweating and shakiness to mental impairment. Luckily there’s something you can do about it – and naturally at that! Read on to learn how you can address your blood sugar woes.
Published: May 15, 2008
When you were young, did you ever hear someone talk about the “Kissing Disease”? Eventually you probably learned that the Kissing Disease was actually a nickname for mononucleosis – or mono for short. If you’ve never had mono, you may not know a lot about the disease – such as what the symptoms are, how to treat it or if it’s life-threatening. So we’ve included the answers to all of those questions, and more, below.
Published: May 20, 2008
Do you live with constant aches and pains? Do you often run a fever, even though you don’t have a cold? Are you tired most of the time? If any of the above symptoms sound familiar, you may want to take note - they may be an early sign of lupus. What exactly is lupus? Are there other warning signs you should be aware of? How do you know if you’re at risk? Keep reading for the answers to all of those questions and more.
Published: May 22, 2008
Do you know anyone who suffers from Parkinson’s disease? I did. From the day my grandpa was diagnosed, I witnessed him slowly being taken prisoner by this debilitating disease. Are you at risk for Parkinson’s? What are the symptoms? Is there a cure in sight? Keep reading for answers to those very questions.
Published: May 29, 2008
Are you planning a camping trip or a hike through the woods soon? Or, do you live in a wooded area where a “hike through the woods” involves stepping into your backyard? If either of these scenarios fits you, you need to be aware of the hidden threat among you – Lyme disease. What is Lyme disease? How is it spread? Is there any cure? These and other questions are answered below – let’s take a look . . .
Published: June 05, 2008
Are you plagued by constant pain throughout your body? Do you feel like you constantly have the flu? Or are you not sleeping well, waking completely exhausted, and don’t know why? While these symptoms could be an indication of a variety of illnesses or conditions, they may also be a sign of fibromyalgia. What exactly is fibromyalgia? Is there any cure? Is fibromyalgia life-threatening? Keep reading for the answers to all of those questions and more.