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Published: September 01, 2008
If you suffer from asthma, you may rely on prescription medication to lessen your symptoms. But there’s one particular drug out there that may actually make your asthma worse! The asthma drug, Accolate (zafirlukast), shows benefits for the first five weeks, and then becomes ineffective. Within seven weeks, the drug becomes completely ineffective and asthma symptoms worsen upon withdrawal of the drug. Keep reading for more details on this important discovery.
Published: August 18, 2008
You know that exercise is good for you—it gives you energy, boosts your immune system, and keeps you healthy and strong. But you may have a million excuses for not lacing up a pair of sneakers and fitting in fitness. Keep reading for ways to get over the most common workout excuses.
Published: September 04, 2008
When you go to your dental checkups, there is always the chance of a cavity or other problem that means a filling or even removal of your tooth. However, dentists seem to really put importance on wisdom teeth, your third set of molars, for repair or removal. The teeth are a natural part of your mouth, so why do they get such special notice and treatment from the dentists? Here are some words of wisdom behind wisdom teeth.
Published: August 14, 2008
Have you been feeling a bit run-down lately, or just a bit out of sorts? Maybe you haven’t been eating as healthfully as you should, or you’ve put on a few pounds and feel a little sluggish. Perhaps long days at the office or taking care of your family has left you tired and fatigued. If any of these scenarios sound familiar you may want to try a fast, a practice that has been done for centuries to address any number of problems (including those above). Let’s take a closer look . . .
Published: August 21, 2008
If you haven’t been to the doctor in years, you may be in for a surprise: it may be time to get a “booster” shot, a dose of a vaccine that you may have gotten when you were a child. Why do you need another one? Well, vaccines don’t last forever, and because some bacteria and viruses have been known to mutate over time. Check this list and get yourself to the doctor’s office if you’re due for a vaccine upgrade.
Published: July 31, 2008
You may have heard the buzz about how not getting enough sleep can lead to weight gain. But now it’s looking like either too little or too much sleep can actually be connected to obesity. This is according to one of the largest new government studies done to link irregular sleep and obesity. Let’s take a closer look at this recent discovery . . .
Published: September 15, 2008
If you’re a woman, trips to the doctor for that annual exam need to go beyond check of weight and cholesterol screenings as you age. The longer you live, the more susceptible you are to diseases and conditions that could have been prevented—or treated to improve the quality of life—if only common health screenings had be done. So, which tests do you need, and when? Let’s take a look at the top six must-have health tests for women . . .
Published: September 08, 2008
Are you plagued by irritable bowel syndrome, inconvenienced by insomnia, or undone by unrelenting back pain? If so, then you’ve undoubtedly tried a lot of different remedies in your attempts to become pain-free. And while many conventional treatments work for a lot of people, they aren’t effective for everyone. If you’re having a hard time finding relief the old-fashioned way, it may be time to take a new age approach to managing your symptoms. Let’s take a look at some alternative possibilities . . .
Published: August 28, 2008
Have you ever had the dreaded Chicken Pox? If so, you may remember the awful itching and red sores very clearly. Or, if you’re one of the lucky ones and contracted chicken pox when you were very young (or have never had the virus), you may have no memory at all! Regardless of whether you’ve had the chicken pox or not, it’s important to recognize the signs and symptoms of the disease as well as treatment options. That way when your kids or grandkids come down with the pox, you’ll know exactly what to do! Keep reading for everything you need to know about chicken pox.
Published: May 06, 2008
Teeth whitening options have become increasingly popular lately, with procedures offered at places anywhere from the mall to cruise ships. Not to mention the home kits that you can find at your local drugstore or supermarket. But before you fork over your hard-eared money for expensive whitening solutions, you might want to try one of these effective techniques . . .
