Smoking and drinking often go hand in hand during social activities and, for some people, in their daily lives to relieve stress or boredom. The combination of harmful substances in alcohol and [...]
Cancer is among the leading causes of death worldwide. By 2040, the National Cancer Institute expects 29.5 million new cases annually, resulting in 9.5 million cancer-related deaths. Identifying [...]
Deep vein thrombosis occurs when the blood flow in a vein deep inside the body is blocked or slowed. It is often undiagnosed, but it is a serious medical condition. Deep vein thrombosis is [...]
Treating hemochromatosis with phlebotomies is a safe and effective way to reduce excess iron in the body. Hemochromatosis is a condition that causes one’s body to absorb and store too much iron [...]
Rituxan is a type of antibody therapy used to treat certain types of cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and some autoimmune diseases. A healthcare professional can administer Rituxan infusions in a [...]
Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the pancreas can’t produce enough insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar, or when the body can’t effectively use the insulin [...]
Obesity is not just a cosmetic concern. It is one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death in the U.S. Obesity is linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers. The [...]
Your heart works hard to pump blood through your body. Now imagine your heart had to pump twice as hard every time it beat. That would be pretty tiring, right? Well, that’s what happens when [...]
If you are in your 50s, now is the time to think about how you want to spend your twilight years. What you do now will affect your health over the next 20, 30, 40 years. Taking a careful look at [...]
According to the CDC, there are well over 37 million adults in the United States of America dealing with diabetes. With such a staggering number, it’s a rising concern in both the medical field [...]
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