Browse Category: Diseases and Disorders

A New Antidote for Cyanide Poisoning

This paper describes a study of the antidotal actions of nickel nitrate against cyanide poisoning.

Special and Modified Diets Series: Hyperthyroidism

You’ve probably heard that your thyroid gland plays an essential role in your overall health. So, when it’s not performing as it should, such as in the case of hyperthyroidism, you have to do something to get it back in working order! And, proper nutrition is extremely important in that effort. Let’s take a closer look at some helpful dietary information to consider when dealing with hyperthyroidism and its effects.

Alcoholism and Natural Remedies

Did you know there are actually natural remedies to help with alcoholism?  Alcoholism affects the entire family.  Try some of these natural remedies and see if they can help ease the affects of alcoholism.

Double-Arm Transplant: Medical Miracle or Wave of the Future?

Transplants have been around for many years.  However, it is not too often that you hear about a “limb” transplant, much less a double-limb transplant.  But that’s what has just occurred with a 54-year old German farmer who was given a double full-arm transplant after an accident in which he lost both limbs. Is this a medical miracle, or wave of the future?

Creating Your Healthy Life - Candida

What is Candida and how can it affect you.

Have You Had Your Tetanus Shot?

When was the last time you had a tetanus shot? I’m trying to remember the last time I had a booster . . . I’m thinking it was that time when I accidently stuck a pitch-fork into my foot, or maybe it was the time I cut myself on that rusty piece of barbed-wire fence. Or, maybe it was the time I nearly impaled myself with that hay-bale hook. Hmmm . . . that was a few years ago. I’m thinking given my track record with rusty, dirty objects it might be time for another. So, what exactly is tetanus, and why do you need a shot to protect against it? How often should your tetanus booster be updated? And what happens if you get tetanus? Keep reading for the answers to all of those questions – and more!

Adult Immunizations: Do You Need One?

If you haven’t been to the doctor in years, you may be in for a surprise: it may be time to get a “booster” shot, a dose of a vaccine that you may have gotten when you were a child. Why do you need another one? Well, vaccines don’t last forever, and because some bacteria and viruses have been known to mutate over time. Check this list and get yourself to the doctor’s office if you’re due for a vaccine upgrade.

New Gene Discovery Could Have a Link to Alzheimer's

According to a recent report, an international group of scientists have discovered a new gene which has been linked to the late onset of Alzheimer’s disease.  This gene proves to be the second big discovery of a strong genetic risk factor for the disease, and is a huge step forward in finding a cause (and possibly cures) for this debilitating disease. Let’s take a closer look at this discovery . . .

Suicide in Japan's Elderly: A Rising Epidemic

A recent report from CBS News states that the number of suicide deaths in the elderly has dramatically increased in Japan.  The overall number of suicides recorded in 2007 was 33,093, which is a 2.9 percent increase and is considered the second-highest annual tally ever on record. So why the dramatic increase? Let’s look at the reasons behind the suicide epidemic in Japan.

Why Common Medications May Be Slowing You Down

If you take medications for your health, you would think they would work to make you better, or fix some problem you have. However, a recent study shows that common drugs used for common problems may be harmful, especially for the elderly. Let’s take a closer look at the results from this recent research . . .