Skin Conditions Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection. It usually affects the skin between the toes. Signs & Symptoms * Moist, soft, red or gray- white scales on the feet, especially between the toes. * Cracked, peeling, dead skin areas. * Itching. * Sometimes small blisters on the feet. Causes People usually pick up the […]
Pregnancy & Prenatal Care It is very special to have a baby! Having a baby brings much joy! It also brings many changes. Your moods are apt to be very strong for the first few weeks after your baby is born. It is common to feel angry or worried. It is also common to feel
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Bone & Muscle Problems Back pain can be sharp, dull, acute, or chronic. It can be felt on one or both sides of the back. Causes Low Back Problems Back pain occurs most often in the lower back. That is where the human body absorbs the most weight and stress. About half of working age
Brain & Nervous System Many people are afraid that growing old means losing the ability to think, reason, or remember. Some short-term memory loss does come with aging. You may, for example, forget where you put your keys or not remember the name of a person you just met. This is normal. Memory lapses that
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Eye Conditions Growing older does not always mean you see poorly. But you may not see as well as you did before. Common changes that affect your eyes are: * “Aging Eyes.” The medical term for this is presbyopia (prez-bee-OH-pea-ah). This comes on slowly after age 40. Close objects or small print are harder to
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Skin Conditions Oh, that winter itch! Your skin feels as rough and dry as sandpaper. If your skin is chapped, cracked, and inflamed during the coldest months of the year, take heart. Relief is a simple matter of water conservation. The basic problem is lack of moisture. Anything that steals moisture from the skin will
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Student Health Before drinking, think about its possible consequences (e.g., academic and health problems, unsafe sex, assault, injury, and even death). These consequences affect the person who drinks as well as other students (whether they choose to drink or not) and the community as a whole. Alcohol Poisoning Call 9-1-1 for one or more of
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Bone & Muscle Problems A number of things can cause back trouble. This simple questionnaire can help provide important clues to what’s at the root of your back problem. Answer as many questions as you can and take a copy of this section to your doctor when your back needs medical attention. 1. Do you
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Dental & Mouth Concerns Whiter teeth, fresher breath, fewer cavities. Who could ask for more from toothpaste? Some dental products make additional claims. Here’s a short guide to ingredients and product claims to help you decide which toothpaste is best for your teeth. (Note: Choose products with the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance
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Mature Health: Over Age 50 Retirement involves major changes in your income, lifestyle, social life, and self-image. Not surprisingly, retirement can be very stressful-or blissful. Advance planning is a key ingredient for a happy retirement. A survey conducted by researchers at the University of Michigan found that 75 percent of those who had planned for
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