Cataracts are a condition most have heard of, but very few know about. It is often associated with the elderly, and while it is more common in the elderly, it does not discriminate against anyone, regardless of age. So what are cataracts? A cataract occurs when the eye’s lens becomes “cloudy” or “foggy.” Things may…
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People of all ages get rashes on their skin. Infants get diaper rash and drool rash when moisture irritates their skin. Heat rash afflicts children and adults, and allergies and medications can also cause different types of skin rashes. People may also break out in a rash if exposed to the oils in poison ivy.…
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It’s common for most people to associate substance abuse with unkempt, disheveled, delinquent adolescents who hang out, party, and use illicit drugs and alcohol. This relationship has been depicted in movies, music, and conversation for decades. However, it’s uncommon for people to think of an elderly man or woman when substance abuse comes to mind.…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. More than 15 million Americans are affected by COPD, and more than 150,000 Americans die due to COPD annually. That is one death every 4 minutes. COPD refers to a group…
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Unless you’re an extremely picky eater, you’ve likely never even considered the possibility that you could be lacking the proper levels of certain vitamins. Considering that roughly 35% of adults in the United States have a vitamin D deficiency, this could be worth looking into. Keep reading to learn about the importance of vitamin D.…
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While you likely have a vague idea about what diabetes is, you may not be aware of just how severe the condition can be. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 11.3% of the U.S. population has diabetes, and as many as 38% of Americans 18 years or older have blood…
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Aging and cognitive function are likely to concern everyone. According to the Cleveland Clinic, as many as 8% of people experience mild cognitive impairment between the ages of 65 to 69, and that percentage only increases as we age. Keep reading to learn more about cognitive decline. What Is Cognitive Decline, and How Does It Differ…
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Let’s be honest, on a day-to-day basis, you tend to not even think about breathing. It’s just something you do automatically without a thought. The majority of us likely don’t think about the vital role our respiratory system plays in our overall health — until something goes wrong. Unfortunately, not ensuring that your respiratory system…
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One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives, according to the American Cancer Society. Breast cancer is the second most deadly cancer for women, but the death rate went down by 1% every year between 2013 and 2018. The cause of this is…
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Congenital heart disease and the various defects related to congenital heart disease are among the most common congenital disabilities found in babies across the globe. Surprisingly, conditions that affect up to a quarter of the human population are not quite common knowledge. What exactly is congenital heart disease, and what does it mean for those…
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