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Living with persistent pain, such as arthritis pain, is always a challenge. You can manage occasional episodes of pain with quick go-to remedies like over-the-counter painkillers, but if the pain is chronic—meaning, it’s here to stay—you’ll need a long-term solution to continue functioning (and to do so in a safe manner) and still enjoy your ...click here to read more

Ear burning sensations can be perceived as the ear feeling very hot as if it were near a heat source. This sensation is often a sign from your body telling you that something is wrong and you should pay attention to the pain in your ear. The sensation of burning in, on, or around the ...click here to read more

If there is one thing that no living organism can escape, it is their inevitable death. It is something that we all have to come to grips with at one point or another, and it can be quite liberating once we do so. We have adapted as a species to learn to prevent the onset ...click here to read more

With the NHL playoffs in full swing, hockey fans are showing their support by wearing team colors and cheering from the stands (or from home). As any hockey fan knows, the sport can be very dangerous, as players frequently get body checked, fall onto the ice, and even get into the occasional fistfight. But what ...click here to read more

Renal colic is a pain associated with kidney stones that usually develops as a result of too much of a single chemical in a person’s urine. Here, we take a look at the symptoms, causes, and some helpful prevention measures. Our urinary tract is made up of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Urine, which ...click here to read more

Our ability to smell is something we all take for granted. It allows us to enjoy the aroma of the foods we eat, warns us of the dangers of smoke or leaking gas, and can even trigger certain memories linked to particular smells. However, approximately two million Americans suffer from some degree of loss of ...click here to read more

Joint pain is something we all get from time to time, but for the elderly, it can be especially overbearing. Getting out of bed, standing up, and even bending over to pick up a dropped item can be agonizing for older individuals suffering from chronic joint pain. The most common cause of joint pain seen ...click here to read more

Graying hair is typically considered a sign of old age, and with old age comes an increased likelihood of health-related issues. While some may consider gray hair a sign of experience and wisdom, according to a new study presented at a European Society of Cardiology conference, the amount of gray hair in adult men is ...click here to read more

Olive oil has long been a staple in the kitchen of health-conscious eaters. It’s a well-known health potion that holds a secret to cardiovascular fitness and balanced cholesterol. Experts and food enthusiasts all over the world sing praises to this Mediterranean diet superstar, especially the extra virgin variety, even without a thorough understanding of what ...click here to read more

Locked-in syndrome is a neurological condition where the body experiences complete paralysis, except for the eyes. These individuals are usually completely conscious of the environment around them but are “locked-in,” unable to move any muscle in their body, only retaining their eye movements. Their ability to speak is also compromised, and their most effective way ...click here to read more

There’s no greater feeling than listening to your favorite song. It brings happiness and enjoyment, and according to a new study, music can have a very powerful and measurable effect on the brain. It doesn’t matter if you listen to classical or pop, your favorite tune will likely trigger a similar type of activity seen ...click here to read more

As we all know, practice makes perfect, and this is definitely the case for athletes—many hours of training go into perfecting their talents. According to a new study, patients should also train both their body and mind when prepping for a hospital stay, as it may actually shorten the length of time required and even ...click here to read more

A cancer diagnosis is one of the worst pieces of news you could get. Nearly every organ in the human body can succumb to cancer cells that not only limit function but can also lead to death. Glioblastoma is a tumor that occurs in the brain and spinal cord and can be life-threatening, depending on ...click here to read more

As we age, we begin to lose control over many things. Some are things that bring us eventual pride, such as our children leaving the nest and starting their own lives, but others are things we thought we would never lose control of, as is the case of urinary and fecal incontinence. Incontinence is when ...click here to read more