MEDICAL NEWS Hey, activity is good for you. But what happens when activity triggers sore, aching, and swollen joints? The problem could be bursitis-that’s what your grandmother used to call it. Bursitis occurs when the bursae (those fluid-filled sacs that surround and cushion joints) become irritated or infected, often causing pain when you move. Sometimes […]
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MEDICAL NEWS More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and many myths still exist about it. MYTH: Alzheimer’s and dementia mean the same thing. FACT:Dementia is a group of symptoms that can be caused by Alzheimer’s and other diseases. Up to 80 percent of dementia cases are caused by Alzheimer’s disease. But, dementia
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MEDICAL NEWS One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Experts are still learning about this disease and what causes it. There are many myths related to the origins of breast cancer. The following items do not cause breast cancer, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation: * Antiperspirants and
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SELF-CARE CORNER Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the digestive system. Experts believe that IBS happens when there is a problem with how the brain and the gut work together. IBS can have bothersome symptoms like stomach pain, diarrhea and constipation. But, IBS does not damage the digestive tract like the effects of
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MEDICAL NEWS Scientific evidence shows that taking an aspirin daily can help prevent a heart attack or stroke in some people, but not in everyone. It also can cause unwanted side effects. According to Dr. Robert Temple at the FDA, one thing is certain: You should use daily aspirin therapy only after first talking to
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MEDICAL NEWS Birth defects can be devastating for parents and their baby. Sadly, many birth defects happen without an obvious cause and cannot be avoided. But, doctors know there are some things a woman can do before and during pregnancy to help lower the risk of birth defects. They include: Take 400 micrograms (mcg) of
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SELF-CARE CORNER More than 4 million people are bitten by dogs and cats each year. And orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stephen Kennedy said all bites to the hand should receive medical care, although he says most people are reluctant to see a doctor. Animal saliva contains a broad range of bacteria. Adult dog jaws, especially among
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MEDICAL NEWS Maybe you blew your nose too hard or bumped your nose. Causes aren’t always known. But when the blood starts gushing, nosebleeds can be frightening. Experts at eMedicineHealth tell what to do: Remain calm. Sit up straight and lean your head forward. Contrary to what some people think, do not lean your head
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MEDICAL NEWS Back pain. In the last 3 months, about 1 in 4 adults has had at least one day of back pain, mostly in the lower back, according to NIH in Health. The good news is that most back pain goes away by itself-in time. If pain continues for more than 3 months, you
MEDICAL NEWS Ozone. It’s an invisible gas but it pollutes the air and may make it harder for you to breathe. Ozone is created when sunlight triggers a chemical reaction between oxygen-containing molecules and pollution that comes from cars, power plants, factories, and other sources, says the NIH News in Health. Hot weather is one
