Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a progressive illness that can cause wheezing, coughing, excess phlegm, shortness of breath, and chest tightness is an umbrella term...
Health
Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway that runs from the wrist (the carpus) to the hand. Its bottom and sides are formed by small...
The Power of Prebiotics
You probably know about probiotics, the friendly bacteria in your gut that promote good health. But you may not know much about prebiotics, the nutritional...
Depersonalized Health Care
The delivery of medicine has changed dramatically over the past 50 years. While you still go to a doctor for most of your medical needs,...
How To Survive the No. 2 Cause of Death in America
This year, 127,000 Americans will die of lung cancer, making it the most deadly cancer by far and the second leading cause of death in...
Water Workout
Love being in a pool? Then what better way to get your exercise than by working out in a pool! Water exercise is a non-impact...
Home Medical Essentials
People with high blood pressure benefit from high blood pressure monitors, and people with diabetes use home blood sugar monitors. Should you add a pulse...
Patient Beware: Hospital Acquired Infections
There’s an old axiom that the most dangerous place to be when you are sick is in a hospital. Hospitals and other health-care settings, such...
Genetic Testing and Medication
Every person has a unique set of genes, and these genes can influence how their body processes and reacts to different drugs. Tiny genetic differences...
Allergy Season is Here
When the air is heavy with mold spores or pollens from trees, grasses, or weeds, about 35 million Americans experience sneezing, stuffy or runny noses...
Pet Therapy
Humans have long healed ills by connecting with animals. In 1792, Quakers working in England recorded the benefits patients gained from interacting with poultry and...
The Cardiovascular Risks of Psoriasis
The first thing you notice about psoriasis is the telltale skin rash, but the effects of this autoimmune disease are far from being only skin...
