Digestive Disorders
If you have had digestive troubles, then you understand how unpleasant it can be to experience abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, or changes in bowel habits. For those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), these symptoms can be a regular occurrence, triggered by a number of things including certain foods. The American College of Gastroenterology reports that […]
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Cancer
A person’s lifetime risk of developing kidney cancer is relatively low – about 2% for men and 1% for women – but the early warning signs of kidney cancer are not obvious. Many of the symptoms can be associated with other diseases. This makes kidney cancer difficult to diagnose and is why regular physical exams […]
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Urology
Peyronie’s disease is a connective tissue condition in which fibrous scar tissue forms in the soft tissue of the penis, eventually turning into hard plaques. These plaques can affect the shape, flexibility, erectile function, and even the length of the penis. The urological condition is believed to be caused by abnormal healing of penile trauma […]
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Arthritis
It’s easy to think of arthritis as a disease that just affects the elderly, but that’s not the case. Many types of this inflammatory disease affect young people, and one of these is ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Joint pain is often ignored, but it’s important to know the facts about chronic conditions like AS. That way, […]
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Cancer
It’s estimated that 42,230 adults in the U.S. will be diagnosed with liver cancer in 2021. Of that, men will be the primary gender affected, for a total of 29,890. It’s also estimated that 30,230 deaths will occur from this disease. The best way to protect you and your loved ones is through education. Knowing […]
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Cancer
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer amongst American men. The American Cancer Society estimates 248,530 new cases and 34,130 deaths from the disease in 2021. About one in eight men will develop it over the course of their lifetime. Prostate cancer is a silent cancer, with symptoms sometimes going unnoticed for years. A first […]
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Birth Control
In today’s society, women have many birth control options to choose from. The abundance of choice can sometimes be overwhelming and women are not always aware of all the different options available to them. Choosing the right birth control depends on a myriad of factors; from your medical history, to side effects, to your personal […]
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Diet
The Keto Diet has been popular health trends for a number of years already and while many thought it would simply be a fad, it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. If you’re trying to lose some weight or manage a variety of specific health concerns, search online for more information and speak with a […]
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Retirement
Retirement offers a host of new opportunities and experiences. But before you enjoy your golden years, there are practical and logistical matters that have to be considered and planned for before the fun can start. An important question to answer is how far your savings or retirement income will go. For many retirees, this season […]
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Mold
Mold is one of the last things you want to find in your house. But it’s not an uncommon resident, only requiring a little bit of moisture to get started. Damp and dark areas like the bathroom, kitchen, basement, laundry room, and attic are all common breeding grounds for the pesky fungus. Mold growth can […]
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Renovations
Finding the perfect contractor for a given project is a lot of work if you’ve got to start from scratch, but it’s critical step in ensuring things go well. All too often, we hear stories of people getting scammed out of hundreds to thousands of dollars by skeezy contractors. Subpar work, inflated prices for what […]
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Renovations
Making improvements to your home can tremendously increase its curb appeal and subsequent value, whether you just want to enjoy your house for longer or you’re thinking about getting ready to sell. In the United States, home improvement is the fastest-growing retail category, in large part because of the age of houses in the country. […]
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Renovations
A bathroom is an integral room of your house, but it’s also one than can become outdated very quickly if you’re not smart with your design choices. Whether you are remodelling your bathroom for aesthetic appeal or practical reasons, you absolutely have to do your research beforehand. Otherwise, you may find yourself shocked by overages […]
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