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One of the things that hip pain can affect the most is the way that we sleep. Putting our weight down on a mattress is a relaxing thing for many, but for people suffering hip pain, it often means the start of a night-long struggle to maintain a comfortable position and sleep with ease. Our joints tend to swell as we sleep because they’ve been in one position for hours, which can lead to discomfort. Here are a few tips for the best ways to relieve hip pain before bed.

For many children, childhood is full of aches and pains. Most children’s bumps and bruises can be attributed to an energetic gym class, or a too-rough tussle with the family dog. However, there are some aches and pains that should raise alarm bells. Today we’re going to delve into whether your child’s joint pain means that they could be vulnerable for juvenile arthritis, and what you can do to help.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a blanket term used to describe progressive lung diseases that affects many people across the world today. Some of the diseases that fall under this umbrella are emphysema, refractory asthma, and chronic bronchitis.

Rheumatoid arthritis or RA is an autoimmune disorder affecting the joints and organs. RA tends to alternate between symptom flare-ups and remission periods, making it a difficult disorder to predict and treat. A great deal of research into rheumatoid arthritis has identified many risk factors and potential treatments, although there is still no cure for arthritis.

Aging is an inevitable process that many people try to avoid. However, if you aren’t careful, you could actually be speeding up the aging process instead of slowing it down. An unhealthy lifestyle, poor diet, stress, caffeine, smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, alcohol, and pollution can all contribute to aging skin and wrinkles. Some home remedies have a touch of nature that can help turn back the hands of time and slow down the aging process.

Type 2 diabetes is a condition that affects over 12 percent of adults in America. It is sometimes referred to as non-insulin dependent diabetes or adult-onset diabetes. This condition affects the way that the body uses sugar. It occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin, or the body is resistant to insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar.

Have you ever caught yourself dreaming of “You 2.0”? Don’t worry, longing for improvement is natural and healthy when practiced in moderation. It’s the soil in which the seeds of change are planted.

Being a woman comes with its own set of perks as well as its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to women’s health. Our intricate reproductive systems should be closely monitored for abnormalities as many women are unfamiliar with the signs that could indicate a possible health issue or condition. If one of your goals for this year is to take charge of your health, here are 18 issues specific to women that you should know about.

These days, it’s next to impossible to make it through the primary school system without encountering at least one or two children toughing it out with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The scientific method is built on a foundation of trial and error. Scientists test drugs to manage hidden side effects. But sometimes we discover the danger too late. Fortunately, you can learn about dangerous medications with a search online. The history of prescription pills is littered with a laundry list of drugs that were once […]