As men age, benign prostate condi-tions and prostate cancer become more common. The most frequent benign prostate conditions are inflammation ofthe prostate (prostatitis) and enlarge-ment of the prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia – BPH). There is no evidence that prostatitis or BPH causes cancer, but it is possible for a man to have one or both […]
Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin which is created by sun exposure and is very important because it helps your body use the calcium and phosphorus from your food. It also regulates normal cellular differentiation thus preventing cancer and helps insulin secretion. Deficiency of vitamin D is related to ricets, a softening and weakening […]
If you suffer from achy, painful legs and limbs, or hand or foot pain that worsens over time, you may be suffering from Peripheral Artery Disease (P.A.D.) or another serious circulatory condition. P.A.D. sufferers are more than six times likely to be at risk for heart attack or stroke and usually exhibit the following: Pain […]
Arthritis is a joint disorder that causes pain, inflammation and wear of the affected area. There are over 100 different types of arthritis and related conditions. Arthritis can cause pain, loss of movement and swelling. Early symptoms, which may include a dull ache, may be confused with other things, such as fatigue or over use. […]
During an earthquake, stay away from heavy furniture, appliances. Large panes of glass, shelves holding heavy objects and masonry veneer (such as the fireplace). These items tend to fall or break and can injure you. Usually, a hallway is one of the safest places if it is not crowded with objects. Kitchens and garages tend […]
Recent studies have shown that most people misjudge what weight category they fall in to not considering themselves overweight or obese when they fall well in to either category. Over two-thirds of adults in the United States are overweight or obese, and over one-third are obese, according to data from the National Health and Nutrition […]
High blood pressure (HBP) is a serious, and sometimes life threatening condition which very frequently leads to many other health problems. Though 1 in 3 adults suffer from high blood pressure, many are completely unaware that they do, or that their health is at risk. This is because high blood pressure usually has no symptoms. […]
If you suffer from achy, painful legs and limbs, or hand or foot pain that worsens over time, you may be suffering from Peripheral Artery Disease (P.A.D.) or another serious circulatory condition. P.A.D. sufferers are more than six times likely to be at risk for heart attack or stroke and usually exhibit the following: Cramps […]
Causes of Lower Back Pain Lower back pain affects millions of Americans and can be quite debilitating. Common causes of lower back pain are fractures, herniated discs, osteoarthritis, vertebra defects, spinal stenosis, and back strain, causing injury to the muscles, joints, ligaments, bones, or discs within the spinal structure. Some low back pain can even cause […]
America is growing older at an unprecedented rate. The number of people 65 and older is larger than ever before, and those 85 and older constitute the fast-est growing segment of the population. When the baby boom generation enters its senior years, between 2010 and 2030, it is projected that one in five Americans will […]
