Over five million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. Almost half of Americans that reach the age of 65 will be diagnosed with at least one instance of skin cancer. Knowing the early warning signs of skin cancer can alert you quickly, improving your chance of effective treatment. Here are…
The concept that everyone should eat the same foods to be healthy is becoming an outdated idea. Each person is unique, and how their bodies react to different foods and nutrients is also personalized. Nutrigenomic therapy is a new approach to nutrition and health, basing nutrition on the genetic needs of the individual. This type…
For many women, pelvic pain can become debilitating. It can be uncomfortable to urinate, have intercourse or even sit for long periods. Pelvic pain can be caused by a variety of issues, making it difficult to find the source and get effective treatment. However, there are options to manage pelvic pain and get relief through…
Are you trying to slim down and improve the shape of your body? It can be difficult to lose those extra pounds, even with a strict diet and exercise routine. Genetics can play a big role in how your body stores fat, making it hard to slim certain areas like thighs or the abdomen. If…
Many people focus on their eyes, lips and nose when considering cosmetic procedures. While these are prominent features on your face, the structure of your cheeks brings them all together. The cheeks help create the shape of your face and outline the other important features. When they lose fat content, or the skin and tissue…
Spondylosis is the degeneration of the spine, which can impact the facets joints and discs. The elements of the spine are affected by aging; everyone incurs degeneration of bone and cartilage eventually. However, though aging cannot be stopped, there are treatments for spondylosis that can help minimize pain and improve mobility. Spondylosis and spinal osteoarthritis…
Most people have experienced hives at one point or another in their lives. Red, raised welts on the skin appear, often itchy and inflamed. They can be a reaction to plants, insect bites or allergens. Most hives go away within 24-hours, but they can be a sign of a more serious problem. Here are some…
If you are not planning or wanting to become pregnant in the next few years, you may want to explore long-term contraceptive options. While oral contraceptives and devices like a diaphragm are good choices for short-term contraceptives, they can be inconvenient for those without pregnancy in mind for the upcoming years. If you do not…
Shingles are a virus that can cause painful blistering that can last for weeks. Many people think that shingles only affect older adults or those with health issues. However, anyone who has had the chickenpox at any point in their life already has this virus in their bloodstream, lying dormant, but ready to strike at…
When was the last time you performed a breast exam on yourself? You may receive a breast exam at your annual visit with your OB/GYN, but that is not often enough to catch changes that many occur in the breast tissue that may alert you to breast cancer. You know your body better than anyone…
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