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Vaccines are administered to protect us from viruses and disease. When we are vaccinated, our bodies become immune to whatever disease we were treated for. Common vaccines include the flu shot, HPV, polio, and the chicken pox, but soon you may add aging to your vaccine list. Researchers at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School are ...click here to read more

If you have diabetes, then it’s essential that you control your sugar levels. But there is another health concern that diabetics should aim to manage as well, that being cholesterol. New guidelines were released during the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions, where doctors suggested that diabetics should be prescribed statins based on their age and ...click here to read more

The latest research findings have uncovered that depression and anxiety are risk factors for heart disease, hypertension, arthritis, headaches, back pain, and upset stomach. The study found that depression and anxiety affect the body in a similar way to smoking and obesity, which can also lead to the aforementioned conditions. Typical annual physical exams touch ...click here to read more

After a long day, do you come home with heavy, tired legs? Is your ability to sleep halted because you experience restless leg syndrome? You may only think you’re merely overworking your legs, but these symptoms could be a sign of venous reflux disease. Venous reflux disease doesn’t always reveal itself in spider or varicose ...click here to read more

About Hyperlipidemia When fat particles, known as lipids, build up in the blood to abnormally high levels, it is known medically as hyperlipidemia, which is another term for high cholesterol. There are two major types of lipids found in the blood: triglycerides and cholesterols. Cholesterols are used by every cell in the body. They are ...click here to read more

Previous research has found conflicting results about whether gout increases a person’s risk for developing dementia. For this reason, a group of researchers aimed to clarify these findings by performing a cohort analysis. The researchers used data collected through Medicare claims to identify participants with gout. Of the 1.71 million participants, 111,656 were diagnosed with ...click here to read more

Research studies suggest that patients who experience arthritis pain may benefit greatly from massages. The participants in the study underwent weekly, whole-body massages for two months and not only experienced improvements in pain, but also mobility. Medications are often recommended to ease symptoms of arthritis, but many patients experience adverse effects. The recent study allows ...click here to read more

Apple cider vinegar has grown in popularity in recent years, with many people praising the liquid for its several health benefits. Apple cider vinegar can be consumed regularly when diluted in water as a beverage, or it can be added to meals as part of a dressing or marinade. Here are some of the amazing ...click here to read more

Gout is a common form of arthritis, most often affecting the joints in the hands and feet, caused by a build-up of uric acid crystals, which results in inflammation and pain in these joints. It is believed to affect nearly 3 percent of all adults. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is also thought to affect a ...click here to read more

You made it through the first part of the holiday madness – up next is New Year’s Eve. You probably have been eating poorly and above all drinking lots of alcohol. You probably feel quite sluggish and are gearing up for the end of the year, but it’s essential that you take the time now ...click here to read more

There’s a long-running old wives’ tale that if your ears are burning, it’s because someone is talking about you. But there are many different reasons why your ears may feel as if they are burning, all varying in severity. Here are some common causes of a burning ear and what to do about them. Common ...click here to read more

Osteoporosis is most common among women over the age of 50. Tips to reduce your risk of bone fractures include getting enough calcium and vitamin D along with regular exercise. New research now suggests that getting adequate sleep is another integral part to healthy bones. The new study found that women aged 50 to 79 ...click here to read more

There are several reasons for back pain from injury and kidney problems to spinal issues and overuse, to name a few. Researchers suggest that back pain may also be a sign of possible prostate cancer. It’s important to note that having back pain along with other symptoms could indicate prostate cancer. Rarely, back pain alone ...click here to read more

Gout occurs when there is a buildup of uric acid in the bloodstream that causes uric acid crystals to form in the joints of the hands and feet. The most common area of the body to be affected by gout is the joints in the big toe. The condition is a form of arthritis, caused ...click here to read more