Community Contributor - Dean Johnson
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20 Drugs the FDA is Watching
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is the United States government agency that enforces laws on the manufacturing, testing, and use of medical...
67 Days of Smiles
The Orlando CVB is hosting ’67 Days of Smiles’ – a user-submission video and photo contest. The winner will get a to experience over 100 Orlando...
Adam Yauch Diagnosed with Parotid Gland Cancer
Adam "MCA" Yauch of the Beastie Boys was diagnosed with cancer last week, which caused the group to cancel their scheduled release of new album...
AIDS Walk New York
This Sunday, May 17, 45,000 New Yorkers are expected to hit the streets for the 24th annual AIDS Walk New York (AWNY), benefiting Gay Men’s Health...
Alcoholism: Causes and Treatments
Alcoholism: What it is and how it can be treated
Alcoholism is a disease, no matter how much society looks down on the millions of people who...
Alex's Lemonade Stand & Vinotol
Alex's Lemonade Stand & Vinotol are joined in the fight against cancer in children - Both organizations are working hard to make a healthier,...
Alternative Medicine
Alternative Medicine is a science that combines the knowledge and power of modern medicine alongside the wisdom of ancient healing. For a person...
AMA Annual Meeting: Healthcare Reform
President Obama faces a skeptical audience today at the American Medical Association’s annual meeting held in Chicago, Illinois. The president...
Amy Mickelson: Breast Cancer
Amy Mickelson, wife of pro golfer Phil Mickelson, has been diagnosed with breast cancer - her husband has dropped everything to be at her side....
Anorexia Nervosa: Eating Disorder Help
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder. Individuals that have anorexia have an extreme fear of gaining weight. They will limit how much food...
Anti Aging Foods
Eating the right foods can not only help you look younger, feel younger but can lengthen your life! Defeating the aging process is really not that...
Anti Aging Products
I have found reviews for three of the Best Anti Aging Supplements on the market. All of these supplements use RX strength compounds that are found...
Back Pain Exercises
One of the most bothersome and often debilitating pains a person can be afflicted with is back pain. Back pain can inhibit your ability to enjoy...
Beef Recall: Danger Update
If you were planning on having a backyard barbeque over the memorial day weekend, you might want to reconsider. The USDA ordered a recall of over ...
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder is a mental illness that affects over 2 million people. The disorder is sometimes referred to as: Bipolar Depression,...
Buy Diet Pills
With literally millions of diet pills on the market it can be hard to know which ones work and which don't. It's time to take the guesswork out of...
Cancer Prevention: Lose Weight
Colorectal growths, also known as colorectal polyps or colorectal adenomas are abnormal tissue or tumor growths that project from a mucous...
Continental Airlines Pilot Dies During Flight
The captain of Continental Airlines flight 61 died of natural causes while flying from Brussels to New York.
Dana Reeve: In Memory
Dana Reeve, loving widow of the late Christopher Reevedied in 2006 at age 44 from complications caused by lung cancer. A year after her husband’s...
Darva Conger: Stays Fit
Darva Conger is the outrageous winner of Who Wants to Marry a Millionaire? 2000 Season. Darva became an instant celebrity after she not only...
Demerol: Potentially Fatal Drug
Demerol is a narcotic drug used to treat extreme pain in surgery or pregnancy. Demerol is a synthetic narcotic, closely related to the opiod...
Depression Raises Impotence Risk in Diabetics
The stresses of daily diabetes care and the management of your health can build until its explosive. You may feel alone or set apart from your...
Diets: Lose 10 Pounds In 2 Weeks
Obesity has assumed alarming proportions in the world today. Sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy eating habits have jeopardized the lives of...
Digestive Supplement
I found a product review for this stuff called ActiveZyme, I have heard of it before but never got around to seeing what it's all about....
Do Not Resuscatate?
The term "Do Not Resuscatate" has long been used in the medical field - in layman's terms it means to allow a natural death.
Dry White Wine
Dry white wines are not just for those who are new to drinking wines - some of the most revered wines worldwide are dry whites. A dry white wine...
Dysphoria: What is it?
Dysphoria, commonly known as Bipolar Disorder, is a malfunction of the mind which will cause an individual to feel extreme emotions that often...
Dystonia Cure: Botox
Dystonia is a muscle disorder that is noticeable through the involuntary sustained muscle contractions it causes in those who are affected. People...
Ed McMahon Dies of Cancer
Ed McMahon is dead at 86 years old. The cultural icon and sidekick on Johnny Carson’s late-night television show passed away at the Ronald Reagan...
Ethylene Oxide Cancer Scare
Ethylene Oxide, a compound found in antifreeze and used to steralize certain medical products has been making news lately due to it's possible...
Ewing's Sarcoma: About the Cancer
No one really knows what kind of cell generates Ewing’s Sarcoma, however there is reason to believe that it may be generated from one that is...
Eyebrow Muscle: How it works
It seems that it either takes one muscle (the Occipitofrontalis) OR two (the Frontalis and the Occipitalis) to lift the eyebrow, depending on what...
Fabric Softener: Toxic!
A recent report indicates that fabric softeners found in most homes are highly toxic. According to reports, fabric softeners are among the most...
Facial features of the rich and famous
Do facial appearances effect one's ability to succeed in life? Many researchers are starting to think so...
Farrah Fawcett Anal Cancer Update
Watch the Farrah Fawcett story and read the latest on her condition.
Farrah Fawcett Dead at 62
Farrah Fawcett died today of the anal cancer that she has been battling for years. Just hours before her death she was visited by a priest who...
Farrah Fawcett Health Update
Farrah Fawcett Health Update: Farrah continues to hold strong and is encouraged by her NBC documentary - Farrah finds hope in the support of her...
Farrah Fawcett Last Rites
A priest has been called in to Farrah Fawcett's hospital room, where she may be recieving her last rites -- a Catholic ritual for the sick who are...
Farrah Fawcett: Strength and Hope
While she watched the television documentary that chronicled her uphill battle against cancer Farrah Fawcett cried, but managed to slip back in to...
FDA Cheerios
The FDA recently sent a letter to General Mills, the maker of the popular cereal brand Cheerios, stating that the companies claims were inaccurate...
Felipe Fa: Loser Scandal
Felipe Fa accuses Jillian Michaels of doping her team on hit reality TV show, The Biggest Loser.
FES2: Threat Analysis
FES2 Has been making recent headlines due to a discovery of the harmful substance in Chinese drywall used in hundreds of thousands of United...
FES2: Toxic Chinese Drywall
Chinese drywall, installed in many homes throughout the United States, is known to contain dangerous compounds such as FES2 that can make you sick.
Fish Oil: Anti Aging
Krill Oil is the best Fish Oil available. The antioxidants and omega-3s found in Bio-Krill/500 supports your body, health and may help boost your...
Goop.com: Addiction
Gwyneth Paltrow, creator of Goop.com recently started a conversation with various experts on addiction. The exchange shows what it means to be...
Green Now, Green Again!
6 ways you can Go Green Again and do it RIGHT NOW! Going green is a trend that has been around for a number of years, and has been gaining...
H1N1 Swine Flu Virus Now Resistant to Tamiflu
The flu treatment Tamiflu may no longer be effective against all strains of the H1N1 Swine Flu virus. A Danish citizen who had already recieved...
Healthy Dieting Tips
Are you looking for a way to lose weight without having to go on a starvation diet? You can lose weight easily and sensible if you just follow...
Heel Stick: Genetic Screening
The Heel Stick test is a genetic analysis performed on newborn babies to screen for potentially fatal genetic disorders.
Helen Phillips: The Biggest Loser
Who is Helen Phillips? The story behind her incredible success on The Biggest Loser
Home Remedies
Aging gracefully can be done! With just a few basic ingredients that a common to obtain from local retail shops you can start looking your best....
Home Remedies For Acne
Acne can be damaging both physically and emotionally. Check out these home remedies for acne that may help finally clear your skin.
Hypochondriasis: Hypochondriac Help
Hypochondriasis, sometimes reffered to as hypochondria or health phobia, is an excessive preoccupation with the thought of having a serious...
Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS)
Carla Sosenko, a well known copy editor and freelance writer has publicly announced that she is suffering from a rare disease called...
KTS Syndrome: Carla Sosenko
Carla Sosenko was born with a potentially fatal disorder known as KTS, or Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome. Her condition has begun to take a turn for...
Lose Wight: NOW!
Want to lose those stubborn pounds and inches that just wont seem to come off? Check out the diet advice below and follow it for three days -...
Lujo Virus: Deadly Virus
The Lujo Virus caused a major scare in Africa this week due to it’s unnerving similarities to the Ebola Virus that threatened to destroy the...
Male Enhancement
Whether you are struggling with your sexual performance or are looking for a new and exciting experience in the bedroom the innovative male...
Mediterranean Diet Increases Longevity
The Mediterranean Diet may be linked to longevity – Researchers working for the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition...
Michael Jackson Dead at 50
Michael Jackson (not Micheal jackson) was found to be not breathing after fire fighters responded to a 911 call. The singer was transferred to...
Michael Jackson Heart Attack Update
Michael Jackson suffered a massive heart attack, which led to the singer's death late this afternoon. Fans are gathering outside of the UCLA...
Missing Link Found
The missing link that verifies Darwin's theory of evolution is said to have been found in Germany:
Multiple Sclerosis
For the human body to correctly and normally operate, the brain and body must effectively communicate using the nervous system. The disease named...
National Donut Day: Free Donuts!
Donut chains nationwide will be giving away free donuts today because of a national holdiay known simply as "Free Donut Day".
Nemenhah Band: No Chemo
A Minnesota judge will make a ruling today as to whether or not the family of a 13-year-old boy diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma will be forced...
Nestle Cookie Dough Recall
A Massive Nestle Cookie Dough Recall is under way today due to the discovery of E. Coli Bacteria by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Nestle...
Obama Drug Company Agreement
President Barrack Obama reached an agreement with drug companies last week that will close the gap in drug coverage provided by Medicare. Obama's...
Obama Speaks at AMA Annual Meeting
President Barack Obama asked skeptical doctors Monday to get behind an overhaul of the nation's health care system, declaring the system a...
Parotid Gland Tumor (Cancer)
A Parotid Gland Tumor is a cancer of the mouth. Considered highly treatable, a parotid gland tumor is painful but not considered life threatening...
Persistence Of Memory: Fish Oil
Tired of forgetting things so easily? Take control of your memory with the latest innovation in memory persistence: Bio-Krill/500. The health...
Pfizer: Free Drugs for America
Pfizer Incorporated, the drug manufacterer based in New Jersey has revealed a new program that provides free drugs to people who have lost their...
Powerbocks: An Exciting Way to Get Exercise
Powerbocks are an innovative technology that allows fitness enthusiasts to jump higher than ever before.
Prescription drug abuse in highschools
A frightening new trend in teenage drug abuse is covertly destroying the youth of America. Prescription drugs are readily available in the home,...
Prevent Breast Cancer
One of the most commonly diagnosed and most devastating diagnoses to get is that of breast cancer. The numbers are staggering, especially when you...
Proteus Syndrome (Purple Urine)
Purple pee is caused by a heavy growth of Providencia rettgeri, a bacteria that produces ammonia. Check out the case study Al-Jubouri and Vardhan...
Pseudocyesis: False Pregancy
Pseudocyesis, also known as 'false pregnancy' in humans and pseudopregnancy in other mammals, is the appearance of clinical and/or subclinical...
Pua Aloalo Health Benefits
The beautiful Hawaiian Haibiscus flower,Pua Aloalo has long been revered by the Hawaiian people.
Purple Pee: Medical Phenomenon
Purple pee is caused by a heavy growth of Providencia rettgeri, a bacteria that produces ammonia. Check out the case study Al-Jubouri and Vardhan...
Racing For Recovery
Racing For Recovery is the growing idea that drug addiction and alcoholism can be cured by focusing one’s energies towards something positive.
Raw Meat Diet
The Raw Meat Diet, also known as the Primal diet consists mainly of raw food such as: eggs, meat, fat(butter, avacodo, or stone pressed olive...
Real Age Test: What is it?
The Real Age Test is Dr. Roizen's latest appearance on Oprah was all about the Real Age Test which is used to determine the "real age" of a person...
Red Yeast Rice Instead of Statin
Red yeast rice may be the newest supplement to provide alternative treatment to patients who cannot tolerate therapeutic doses of statin.
Regina Benjamin Becomes Surgeon General
Regina Benjamin has become the Obama administration's surgeon general. The surgeon general is the head of the United States' public health service...
Remedies For Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Usually people with IBS are doomed to a life of comfortable situations, what they do not realize is that there are many natural ways to treat IBS...
Resveratrol Side Effects
There have been cases of side effects in some people taking resveratrol. Read about them here...
Resveratrol: FREE
Resveratrol is the hottest new supplement on the market - after some careful research I came accross this product review for Vinotol, one of the...
Rush Limbaugh Diet
Rush Limbaugh confessed to going on a diet lately, causing him to lose 27 pounds in 27 days. Find out how he did it...
Side Effects: Resveratrol
The side effects of Resveratrol are relatively unknown - the only reports available seem to be those generated by distributors of Resveratrol...
Skin Cancer
Skin care is a serious problem and definite risk. The sun's rays have long been thought harmful, and now the truth of that fear has been proven. ...
Sleep Aids: The Best Natural Sleep Aids
Are you tired of tossing and turning, hopelessly trying to fall asleep? You won't have that problem anymore after trying one of these all-natural,...
Sleeping Aids: 40 Winks
I never thought I'd have a problem falling asleep or staying asleep throughout the night (I love sleeping!), but the older I get, the less restful...
Spin Gym & CE-Ment
The all new Spin Gym introduce to the USA by Forbes Riley is an amazing new techology that she invented and promoted on television herself....
Stacey Anderson and Vinotol
How does a 40-year-old woman like Stacey make 20-something-year-old musicians and personal trainers go nuts over her? I think the answer is clear...
Sunoco Fire: Caused by Hazardous Chemical
The Sonoco Inc’s Marcus Hook refinery, the second largest in the northeast erupted into a fireball that could be seen, heard and felt for miles.
Swine Flu May 14: CDC Update
The CDC released updated information on the Swine Flu outbreak, including the number of cases and the current threat level.
Swine Flu May 29th Update
A cruise ship off the coast of Australia has been quarantined and ordered to remain at sea due to the discovery of H1N1 Swine Flu on board. The...
Swine Flu Symptoms Checker
The following Swine Flu Symptoms Checker should not be used as a replacement for medical advice. Please consult with a doctor if you are...
The China Study: Hot Diet
Dr. Colin Cambell and Thomas Cambell II have released a book detailing their diet plan drawing on project findings in rural China.
The Things We Do For Love
What does it mean to be in love? Is love an emotion? A physical feeling? I think it is all of the above
Thyroid Disease Symptoms
Thyroid disease might be something that you have not heard of, but it affects many people everyday. The good news is thyroid disease is completely...
Tropical Smoothie Recipe
A Tropical Smoothie is one of the best ways to get the powerful nutrients that your body so desperately needs; the best part about it all is that...
Wayne Allwine: Voice of Mickey Mouse Dies
Wayne Allwine, voice of America's beloved cartoon character Mickey Mouse passed away Monday due to complications with diabetes.
What the FDA Isn't Telling You
The United States Food and Drug Administration are supposed to be the authority on all drugs available in the country. No drug can be sold...
World No Tobacco Day
The World No Tobacco Day 2009 theme is “Tobacco Health Warnings”. Every year the World health Organization (WHO) holds an anti-tobacco day in an...
Zicam Recall
Zicam Nasal Gel has recently faced threats of an FDA recall due to a side effect that can destroy the sense of smell. The Food and Drug...