Category Archives: Health News

A vaccine is a biological preparation providing the body with a built-up immunity for a particular disease. Vaccinations against smallpox, polio, and even the flu have saved countless lives over the last century, making them truly a miracle of modern medicine. This amazing achievement may be taken a step further, as new research from the ...click here to read more

Muscle loss and loss of appetite are often believed to be common changes that occur with aging. Sadly, these aren’t necessarily normal aging symptoms and could be related to a more serious condition. The Greeks used to refer to this condition as cachexia, which means “bad condition.” Today, we refer to it as wasting away ...click here to read more

Having a bowel disorder can be a rather inconvenient and sometimes embarrassing ailment. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), for example, causes symptoms of cramping, abdominal pain, gas, and diarrhea that can leave you scrambling to find the nearest bathroom. A new study conducted by a team of international researchers has found evidence that certain types of ...click here to read more

Being pregnant can a joyous time in a woman’s life, but it comes with a lot of responsibility—women have to refrain from drinking alcohol and not perform excessively strenuous tasks. One aspect of pregnancy that not many women pay much attention to is diet, as we all know that what a pregnant woman wants to ...click here to read more

The next time you need a snack or you’re packing your lunch, remember to include almonds, as they have been found to prevent memory loss. With aging, there is some level of forgetfulness that is normal, but when you have difficulties remembering important events, names of loved ones, or any other piece of information that ...click here to read more

Nearly 25 percent of seniors aged 65 to 74 live with significant hearing loss and that number jumps to 50 percent for those over the age of 65. Many seniors believe that hearing loss is an inevitable part of aging, but there are some things you can do to prevent the progression of hearing loss. ...click here to read more

The false illusion is that as we age, we must feel tired and become weaker—this is not necessarily true. Sure, we may slow down as we get older, but feeling tired and weak doesn’t have to be a part of aging. In fact, these symptoms may actually mean something more serious, especially if they are ...click here to read more

Another week has wrapped up, which means it’s time for your weekly health news round-up. We discussed some interesting topics such as causalgia, a pain syndrome caused by peripheral nerves; trismus, a medical condition commonly known as “lock-jaw”; as well as the causes, symptoms, and ways to prevent calcium oxalate kidney stones. We at Bel ...click here to read more

How’d you sleep last night? Did you get a peaceful eight hours or were you tossing and turning? Do you have sleep problems on a regular basis? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then your brain is at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to research findings. Alzheimer’s disease affects over 44 ...click here to read more

Although all men have a prostate—unless it’s been removed—many of them are unaware of its role. First off, the prostate is located between a man’s rectum and bladder. Its main function is to produce fluid that is expelled during ejaculation. If you’re a male over the age of 50, your doctor has either encouraged you ...click here to read more

Every day, 54 percent of Americans over the age of 18 consume coffee. There’s no denying that coffee is a worldwide popular beverage. Whether you drink it right in the morning or consume it as an afternoon pick-me-up, coffee is the most popular and commonly consumed stimulant worldwide. Many studies have linked coffee consumption to ...click here to read more

Firsthand smoke is smoking the cigarette yourself. Secondhand smoke is when you inhale someone else’s smoke who is smoking. So, what is thirdhand smoke? Well, thirdhand smoke (THS) is when you inhale smoke that is lingering on hair, clothing, and other materials left behind by a smoker. People don’t think that thirdhand smoke is dangerous, ...click here to read more

Drug use has always faced the stigma of being associated with crime and abuse, often leading users down a spiral of criminal behavior and self-destruction. However, new research suggests that the opposite may be true for a particular group of recreational drugs. Psychedelic drugs such as magic mushrooms (psilocybin), LSD, and peyote (mescaline) have been ...click here to read more

Those suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) have constant unwanted and disturbing thoughts, images, or urges that intrude their minds, causing them a great deal of anxiety and discomfort. These are often ritualistic compulsions, taking the form of checking the stove multiple times or washing their hands repeatedly. Some may even have difficulty throwing things away. ...click here to read more