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Parents' Traumatic Childhood can Cause Behavioral Issues in Their Children

Parents' Traumatic Childhood can Cause Behavioral Issues in Their Children

Parents who suffered traumatic childhood experiences are more likely to have children with behavioral problems or mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction and sleep problems.

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Acanthosis Nigricans (Skin Pigmentation Disorder)

Acanthosis Nigricans (Skin Pigmentation Disorder)

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Acanthosis nigricans is a skin condition in which discoloration and hyperpigmentation of the skin occurs, with dark skin around neck, often called black neck diabetes since it commonly occurs in diabetics.

Gastrointestinal bleeding (GI Bleed)

Gastrointestinal bleeding (GI Bleed)

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Gastrointestinal bleeding refers to hemorrhage that occurs from one or more portions of the digestive tract (that extends from the mouth to the anus). Bleeding can range from mild to severe and life threatening.

How to Lose Weight in Simple, Quick, and Easy Methods

How to Lose Weight in Simple, Quick, and Easy Methods

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Simple, quick, and easy methods can be included in your diet or exercise routine, which can help you lose weight. Here are some fantastic and easy tips just for you.

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Japan Approves Anti-smoking Law

Japan Approves Anti-smoking Law

Lifestyle News Jul 19 2018 8:49 AM

Japanese Parliament for the first time has approved an amendment to the anti-smoking law, where smoking in hospitals, schools and government offices, except in designated areas outdoors will be prohibited.

Palliative and End of Life Care Neglected Across England

Palliative and End of Life Care Neglected Across England

Senior Health News Jul 18 2018 11:46 PM

End-of-life care is not prioritized by local authorities across England despite the health care challenges posed by a rapidly ageing population, research at King's College London finds. In the study only 4 percent cited end of life care as a priority.

Antibodies for Future Therapeutic Molecules against Ebolavirus

Antibodies for Future Therapeutic Molecules against Ebolavirus

Tropical Disease News Jul 18 2018 11:31 PM

Broadly neutralizing antibodies found in plasma of Ebola survivors by a research team at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases may lead to the development of future therapies.

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Allergic Reaction - The Body's Protection from Skin Cancer

Allergic Reaction - The Body's Protection from Skin Cancer

Health Watch Jul 18 2018 8:43 PM

Allergic responses may protect against skin cancer, research at the Imperial College London finds. The identification of previously unknown skin defences and could open avenues for developing new skin cancer treatments.

Overeating Beef Jerky and Hot Dogs can Cause Manic Episodes

Overeating Beef Jerky and Hot Dogs can Cause Manic Episodes

Health in Focus Jul 18 2018 6:31 PM

Mania can be triggered by eating more amounts of nitrate-cures meats like beef jerky and hot dogs, says study.

'Invisible' Stool Blood Could Indicate Risk of Dying from All Causes

'Invisible' Stool Blood Could Indicate Risk of Dying from All Causes

Health in Focus Jul 18 2018 3:50 PM

A positive fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is now connected to a higher risk of death due to respiratory, neuropsychological and other causes, plus bowel and other cancers, says study.

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Vigorous Exercise can Lower Heart Disease Risk in Teens

Vigorous Exercise can Lower Heart Disease Risk in Teens

Teens who exercise vigorously and keep the blood pressure at bay may have a lower risk of developing heart disease later in life.

Allergic Reaction Caused by Alcohol can be Treated with Aspirin Desensitization

Allergic Reaction Caused by Alcohol can be Treated with Aspirin Desensitization

Aspirin desensitization may reduce symptoms of Aspirin Exacerbated Respiratory Disease (AERD) worsened by alcohol.

Mediterranean Diet Can Prevent Bone Loss in Osteoporosis Patients

Mediterranean Diet Can Prevent Bone Loss in Osteoporosis Patients

Eating a Mediterranean diet which includes increased intake of fruits, vegetables, nuts, olive oil, unrefined cereals, and fish can reduce bone loss in people with osteoporosis.

Testosterone: Know More About The Male Sex Hormone and Its Role

Testosterone: Know More About The Male Sex Hormone and Its Role

Testosterone is an androgenic hormones prescribed as a replacement therapy in male patients for acquired or congenital primary hypogonadism, hypogonadotrophic hypogonadism, and to stimulate delayed puberty in males.

Enalapril (Renitec): Drug Treats High Blood Pressure, Diabetic Kidney Disease, and Heart Failure

Enalapril (Renitec): Drug Treats High Blood Pressure, Diabetic Kidney Disease, and Heart Failure

Enalapril is a angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor agent which is prescribed for treating hypertension or high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.It is also used for asymptomatic left ventricular dysfunction.

Doxycycline: Antibacterial Drug Treats Pneumonia, Cholera, Syphilis, and Pimples or Acne

Doxycycline: Antibacterial Drug Treats Pneumonia, Cholera, Syphilis, and Pimples or Acne

Doxycycline is prescribed for treating bacterial infections, respiratory tract infections, rickettsial infections, sexually transmitted infections, and ophthalmic infections. It is considered as an alternative drug of choice for actinomycosis and syphilis.

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