Causes Of Diabetes Related Foot And Leg Amputation
I am a diabetic diagnosed about five years ago. I’m 69 years old, 6′2″; 265 pounds; with moderate peripheral...
What Is Charcot Joint And What Are The Treatments?
What is Charcot joint? How does it happen? What are the various treatments? Is bone fusion the only option or are there less...
Pulmonary Emboli – What Is Economy Class Syndrome?
What exactly is economy class syndrome, and what can do to avoid getting it? There has been a lot of press about air travelers...
How Is Diabetes Diagnosed?
I was diagnosed with type II diabetes based on a 3 hour glucose tolerance test (GTT) with an abnormal 2 hour glucose level...
How Do You Know If An Ulcer Is Bleeding?
The word ulcer is a very general term. One can have ulcers on the skin, in the mouth, esophagus, stomach, duodenum, small...
How Can I Lower My Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) plagues about 50 million adult Americans. That means that one in four adults...
Are Foods Safe To Eat After The Sell By Date?
Who among us hasn’t uncovered a forgotten package of food stuck behind the mammoth jar of mayo, way in the back of the...
How Can I Shape Up My Arms?
I never wear anything sleeveless because of my big upper arms (they make me look big all over). I exercise regularly, and...
How To Reduce The Amount Of Calories In Salads
It’s difficult to fathom that a salad can be high in calories. Actually, it’s not. Rabbit food such as lettuce,...
What Are The Causes Of Hypertension – Is There A Cure?
I was diagnosed with high blood pressure. Since then I have read everything I could find about the topic. Why is there no...
Managed Care: Costs and Quality
Managed care companies: Whether you love them or hate them, this article will give you a glimpse inside a managed care organization and a look at caregiver issues. Read more »
Protect Against Periodontal Disease
What is America's number one oral health issue? Periodontal disease, often called the silent dental disease, according to a recent national survey of dentists by the American Dental Association. Read more »
Headache Meds: Too Much of a Good Thing?
Little do people know that by constantly taking headache medication, they actually could be causing their own suffering, making their headaches worse over time. Read more »
