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First Aid A seizure is a sudden “episode” caused by an electrical problem in the brain. With a seizure, a person has change in awareness, body movements, or sensation. Signs & Symptoms There are many types of seizures. Common types are: A Generalized Tonic Clonic Seizure This is also called a grand mal seizure. A […]
Cancer Nearly 1 in 4 deaths in the U.S. is due to cancer. In the U.S., the lifetime risk for developing cancer is: * Slightly less than 1 in 2 for men * A little more than 1 in 3 for women What is Cancer? * Cancer is a broad group of diseases. * All
Skin Conditions Feeling hot and sticky is bad enough. A visible sign of discomfort only makes it worse. Such is the case with prickly heat (also known as heat rash), identified by clusters of small blisters that itch and appear where you perspire the heaviest – the armpits, neck, back, or creases in the elbows
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Cancer This cancer is rare in men younger than 40, but the risk of having prostate cancer rises after age 50. Men aged 50 to 69 years should discuss the benefits and risks of prostate cancer screening with their doctors. African American men and those with a family history of prostate cancer should do this
Men’s Health The prostate gland is part of a man’s sex organs. * It helps make semen, the fluid that contains sperm. * It is under the bladder and in front of the rectum. * It surrounds the upper part of the urethra. This tube empties urine from the bladder. * It is about the
Heart & Circulation Problems Wondering about your heart health? Look at your waist. Excess belly fat is linked to higher blood pressure and unhealthy blood lipid levels. For starters, adopt a heart-healthy diet of lean proteins, beans, lentils, veggies, fruits, and whole grains, and exercise regularly to reduce your heart disease risks. In fact, many
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First Aid The recovery position may need to be used in many conditions that need first aid, such as unconsciousness. It should not be used when a person: Is not breathing; has a head, neck, or spine injury; or has a serious injury. To Put a Person in the Recovery Position 1. Kneel at his
Women’s Health To help a pregnancy get off to a good start, take these steps before you get pregnant: * Get a medical checkup. Discuss your medical history and your family medical history with your doctor. * Do you have a chronic medical problem, such as asthma, diabetes, or high blood pressure? If you do,
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Women’s Health Four out of 10 menstruating women have premenstrual syndrome (PMS). A syndrome is a group of signs and symptoms that indicate a disorder. Signs & Symptoms As many as 150 symptoms are linked to PMS. The most common ones are: * Abdominal bloating. Weight gain. * Anxiety. Depression. * Breast tenderness. * Fatigue.
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Respiratory conditions Pneumonia is lung inflammation. It is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., especially in the elderly. Signs & Symptoms * Chest pain when breathing in. * Fever and chills. * Cough, often with bloody, dark yellow, green, or rust-colored sputum. * Shortness of breath. Rapid breathing. * Appetite loss.
