There are number of ways in which a child can contract head lice most commonly perhaps contact with an already infested person. Personal contact can be very common during childrens's activities such as school, playing sports activities.
Diabetics need to check their blood sugar before and after exercising. Diabetics who do not check their blood sugar run the risk of hypoglycemia which can cause dizziness, as well as other complications. Just because you are a diabetic doesn't mean you can't exercise. But it is important to check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program, especially if you are over the age of 35 and run the risk of heart complications.
If it is undiagnosed and untreated, ADHD can be associated with sometimes significant academic and social problems. The teen can try and self-medicate with alcohol. Parents and educators can work together to monitor the symptoms.
The most important thing is that we remain active as we get older, with aerobic exercise, and also exercises like Tai Chi and yoga, things that improve balance. We want to be physically active in our daily life, and remain active in our heads so we don't feel dependent on other people. Resistance exercise is great for the elderly, as well as balance exercises. Walking activities are important because your heart gets stronger as you continue to practice. Aerobics can even decrease the onset of Al...
Vacations should be an opportunity to re-energize, refresh, and relax -- not an excuse to take a break from health. When planning your vacation, opt for locations that will allow you to engage in physical activities you enjoy. Keep in mind that physical activity is the ticket to enjoying extra calories without weight gain.
Exercise is the best way to keep the weight off after you have lost weight. Most of the weight gain from weightlifting is from fluid in the muscle, and water is heavy.You want to gain muscle because when you lose weight, twenty five percent of your weight loss is from muscle. The fastest way to lose weight is to cut your calorie intake.
Autism spectrum disorders are the second most common serious developmental disability in the US, following mental retardation and intellectual impairment. CDC reports state that among 8-year-olds, 1 in 150 have autism spectrum disorder. That means 1.5 million Americans have autism spectrum disorder
One in 20 people will develop a kidney stone throughout their life. Dehydration can result in decrease of urine volume, which can also lead to kidney stones. Those who have had kidney stones once are more likely to have them again. Drinking plenty of water is the best preventative measure against kidney stone formation.
An elevated PSA level in a patient with a history of cancer doesn't necessarily mean the cancer has recurred. There are no specific normal or abnormal PSA levels, but the higher the PSA level, the more likely cancer is present. When PSA levels continue to rise over time, other tests may be ordered.
Gastric bypass surgery is a risky weight loss surgery and is only done on patients who are significantly obese. Patients who undergo gastric bypass surgery require lifelong changes in eating habits. Risks of gastric bypass surgery include infection, developing blood clots, leaking of the stomach contents, and stretching of the pouch.
Symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome include extreme fatigue and weakness, headaches, tender lymph nodes, and muscle and joint aches. Although the cause of chronic fatigue syndrome is still unknown, doctors think it might be derived from anemia, hypoglycemia, or an environmental allergy.
Symptoms of testicular cancer include a painless lump or swelling in the testicle and acute pain in the scrotum. Other symptoms of testicular cancer can be an ache in the lower back as well as in the groin and a collection of fluid in the scrotum as well. Early diagnosis of testicular cancer is critical, which is why it's important for men to be performing a testicular self exam every month to screen for testicular cancer.
In summer, heat waves can strike areas of the country where cooler climates are the norm. In these areas, many homes do not have air conditioning, and surviving in the extreme temperatures becomes a challenge for everyone. There are steps you can take to keep cool during a heat wave even if you don't have air conditioning.
Jellyfish stings are an all-too-common health hazard for beach vacationers. While most jelly fish stings are harmless (with a few exceptions), they can be extremely painful. The stinging sensation results when stingers at the ends of the tentacles of jellyfish and other aquatic animals come into contact with human skin, usually while wading or swimming in the ocean.
It's very important to remember to take all the medication your doctor has prescribed and for the length of time. Antibiotics tend to work fairly rapidly so, many people feel better after they take a few doses or a few days worth of antibioitics and then they stop taking the remainder of the prescription. You should never stop taking your medication before the recommended length of time.
American Idol runner-up recently disclosed her battle with bulimia. The risk of developing bulimia may come from: family history, substance abuse, cultural and social differences, etc. Medical complications may include: erosion of tooth enamel, ulcers, intestinal complications, and more. There is no known way to prevent bulimia but it helps to know the signs.
Over 10.2 million cosmetic plastic surgery procedures were performed in the U.S. in 2005, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. If you're considering a cosmetic procedure, listen to Dr. Melissa Stoppler discuss questions you should be asking to help you choose the right doctor.
Hello this is Dr. Eric Daar calling from Denver, Colorado from the 13th Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections or CROI 2006. Last day of conference (February 8th). It has been an extremely exciting day with some very important presentations in the area of complications of antiretroviral therapy and new treatments. The first presentation was from the CDC describing the experience in Uganda in over a thousand individuals started on antiretroviral therapy for the first time. There ...
Hello this is Dr. Eric Daar calling from Denver, Colorado from the 13th Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections or CROI 2006. Update on meeting on second full day (February 7th). There were actually a series of world presentations all dealing with the related topic of treatment interruptions. Recently, a great deal of attention came to this area with the announcement of the data safety monitoring board closing one of these very important studies that was presented as a late break...
Hello this is Dr. Eric Daar calling from Denver, Colorado from the 13th Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections or CROI 2006. This meeting opened with a Plenary session and keynote lecture on Sunday, February 5th. The keynote was presented by Dr. James Kern on 25 years of the HIV pandemic, where he described his experience at the CDC in the first reported cases of AIDS in 1981 in Los Angeles. He emphasized the many advances in the following years as well as the obstacles overcome...
Hello this is Dr. Eric Daar calling from Denver, Colorado from the 13th Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections or CROI 2006. This has been traditionally now one of the main HIV research meetings of the year. There are 3800 researchers from around the world who have converged on Denver to present new information on both clinical and laboratory based research as well as behavioral research related to HIV and AIDS. Numerous important presentations from many investigators around the...
Hoodia, the latest weight loss trend. This desert plant from South Africa is attracting widespread attention as a weight loss aid. But, does it work?
Dr. Shiel reports from the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology held November 12-17, 2005 in San Diego. This segment covers the latest information on Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Dr. Shiel reports from the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology held November 12-17, 2005 in San Diego. This segment covers the latest information on Osteoarthritis.
Dr. Shiel reports from the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology held November 12-17, 2005 in San Diego. This segment covers the latest information on Osteoporosis.
Dr. Shiel reports from the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology held November 12-17, 2005 in San Diego. This segment covers the latest information on Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus).
Dr. Shiel reports from the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology held November 12-17, 2005 in San Diego. This segment covers the latest information on Fibromyalgia.
Dr. Shiel reports from the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Rheumatology held November 12-17, 2005 in San Diego. This segment covers the latest information on Gout and Gouty Arthritis.
The amount of sleep you need depends on many factors, including your age and whether you've had enough sleep in previous days. Experts say that if you feel drowsy during the day, even during boring activities, you haven't had enough sleep. Here's what to do.
While it is impossible to completely prevent the spread of colds, there are steps you can take to reduce your chances of becoming infected with a virus that causes colds. Here's what you can do.
