The brain is the command center of your body. It controls and regulates every necessary process for you to function normally. The brain, just like any other organ, is vulnerable to injury and damage. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from an external force to the head, such as a blow, bump, or when an object
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Signs and Symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure
Your heart controls the main transportation system in your body – your bloodstream – which is necessary to carry nutrients and oxygen to all of your cells. For some people, the heart can begin to not work properly, and this is called congestive heart failure. Many people assume that “heart failure” is the same thing
Read MoreHypertension and Obesity: What’s the Link?
Globally, hypertension and obesity are becoming increasingly big problems as there appears to be a significant link between the two conditions. The 1948 Framingham Heart Study, which identified the common factors contributing to cardiovascular disease, has found that approximately 78% of hypertension cases in men and 65% of cases in women can be directly attributed
Read MoreHow to Prevent Viral Infections
Viruses are germs that are composed of genetic material (DNA or RNA) and protein. They are not considered alive on their own, but they have a commanding way of hijacking healthy cells. In humans, viruses can cause infections such as colds, influenza, warts, smallpox, HIV/AIDS, Ebola, and the coronavirus. Viral infections invade living normal cells
Read MoreWhat To Expect After Amputation
There are approximately 1.8 million people living with amputations in the U.S. An amputation may be necessary for a number of different reasons and learning to adapt to an amputation, particularly if a prothesis is required, can be a lengthy and emotional process that involves time, patience, and perseverance. An amputation is surgery to remove
Read More6 Ways to Lower Your Teen’s Anxiety
We all worry about things sometimes, and the worry can be positively harnessed to motivate us to accomplish good results. However, worry and anxiety can also hold us back. For teens, dealing with feelings of anxiety can be overwhelming – especially with the pressures of changes, their peers, and school. As parents, we can do
Read MoreFoods You Should Avoid While Dieting
With each New Year, many people make resolutions to eat healthier and to lose weight. One study found that approximately 45% of Americans who made New Year’s resolutions in 2018 vowed to lose weight, which is a statistic that probably repeats every year. Oftentimes the dieting resolution is tossed aside because of difficulty and lack
Read MoreWhat Is Chronic Disease Management and Does It Work?
Chronic disease management involves managing the symptoms of a long-term disease, thereby allowing patients to enjoy life. Through managing your chronic disease, doctors can help slow down the progression of your disease and help control the symptoms – so you can take back control of your life. Managing a chronic disease involves a comprehensive, total-health
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