Conditions

We’re fortunate enough to say that since 2000, there have been far fewer cases of breast cancer in the United States. This is partially due to intensive fundraising efforts. These efforts have funneled money into research, which has led to major breakthroughs in treatments for this disease. As well, the advocacy and activism of breast cancer organizations have made more women aware of the disease.

Growing older comes with less responsibility, the potential for retirement, and, if you’re lucky, grandkids. Though health-related complications sure do seem to enter the forefront of your life as you age. Today, we’re going to look at cataracts, a common condition facing seniors, and what you can do to protect your vision as you age.

Each fall, flu season arrives right on schedule. And in preparation of the newest wave of influenza, doctors and other medical professionals recommend that everyone get the flu shot. The flu vaccine is the easiest way to keep yourself protected from this dangerous illness.

Zika virus has been all over the news recently. This is due to its rapid spread to countries which has never had to deal with the potentially devastating virus. In fact, on February 1, 2016, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Zika virus a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).

Celebrities seem to have it all: money, fame and beauty. But, at the end of the day, they’re just like the rest of us in that they’re not immune to illness.

A study from the University of St. Louis recently determined that up to 2.8% of the population of the USA suffers from hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating. Fortunately, with an online search, you can learn more. By taking the time to explore the condition, you can keep the worst symptoms at bay. This article can help […]

We’ve all done it; as soon as we feel a cough coming, we rush to the computer to find out what illness we have. Online research is valuable, but symptom checkers have issues. You can learn more about the diagnosis process with a search online. Online symptom checkers aim to help us uncover possible illnesses […]

Nearly 1 in 3 Americans will develop a shingles infection at some point in their lifetime, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While shingles is often associated with those over the age of 50, anyone who has had chickenpox is at risk for developing the viral infection, even children on rare occasions.

Myocardial infarction is the medical name for a heart attack. When the blood flow to a section of your heart muscle is blocked, the result is a heart attack. When this occurs, the blocked section is deprived of oxygen and begins to die if the normal flow of blood is not quickly restored.

The kidneys are a pair of organs located on either side of your spine, just above your waist. These organs are four to five inches long, and their function is to filter impurities from the blood, balance electrolytes in your body, and control blood pressure.