Category Archives: Health News

Ischial tuberosity pain (sit bone pain) can make it very difficult for one to sit comfortably. The name of this condition stems from its bony location found in the pelvis called the ischial tuberosity. This area is located at the bottom portion of the pelvic bone and is essentially a bony protrusion that carries much ...click here to read more

Often, when we are feeling sad, we do things that comfort ourselves. This may be eating in excess, staying in bed, or just being alone for a period of time. Some of us seek more immediate means to change our mood, like drinking alcohol, often in excess. A Yale-Penn study of the genetics of drug ...click here to read more

Having visible veins running along your legs can be unsightly. Many individuals who live with visible veins may be too embarrassed to wear shorts or dresses as a result. Some women may even apply make-up or wear dark pantyhose to disguise those visible veins. Although visible veins may not be the most attractive, for many ...click here to read more

Otomycosis (ear fungus) is a fungal infection in the ears that tends to be a problem for people who live in warm areas of the world. Avid swimmers, individuals who suffer from diabetes, or people who have chronic medical and skin conditions can also experience ear fungus. Otomycosis is also called mycotic otitis externa or ...click here to read more

At some point in your life, you probably experienced a muscle spasm, or maybe muscle spasms are a somewhat regular occurrence for you. They are incredibly painful and occur suddenly. For many of us, muscle spasms are more common throughout the night. In fact, statistics reveal that nearly 60 percent of American adult’s experience nocturnal ...click here to read more

Suffering from substernal chest pain can be quite painful. It is a type of pain felt behind the sternum bone; a flat bone located in the middle of the chest. This bone may also be referred to as the breastbone. Due to the relative location of substernal pain, it is often confused with a variety ...click here to read more

Type 2 diabetes affects more than one in 10 adults who are 20 years or older in the United States, with an estimated 1.5 million Americans expected to be diagnosed with the metabolic condition every year. Type 2 diabetes treatment primarily consists of managing symptoms and controlling blood sugar, however, new research suggests we are ...click here to read more

Depression is often practiced in silence. This can lead to persistent sadness affecting our behavior and emotions. If help is not found or sought after, depression may lead someone to see suicide as an acceptable choice. An estimated 350 million people worldwide suffer from depression, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). It can affect ...click here to read more

One aspect of life that seems to hit a steady decline as we get older is our sex drive and our frequency of sex. When you were young and newly married, your sex life was probably flourishing and at its highest. This may have started to decline with the introduction or children or maybe just ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever visited a spa or a gym, you may have noticed a sauna. Maybe on your visit, you used the sauna to unwind, relax, and ease sore muscles, but you probably didn’t realize that you were also improving your heart health too. A recent study uncovered that frequent sauna use boosts heart health. ...click here to read more

A vaccine is a biological preparation providing the body with a built-up immunity for a particular disease. Vaccinations against smallpox, polio, and even the flu have saved countless lives over the last century, making them truly a miracle of modern medicine. This amazing achievement may be taken a step further, as new research from the ...click here to read more

Muscle loss and loss of appetite are often believed to be common changes that occur with aging. Sadly, these aren’t necessarily normal aging symptoms and could be related to a more serious condition. The Greeks used to refer to this condition as cachexia, which means “bad condition.” Today, we refer to it as wasting away ...click here to read more

Having a bowel disorder can be a rather inconvenient and sometimes embarrassing ailment. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), for example, causes symptoms of cramping, abdominal pain, gas, and diarrhea that can leave you scrambling to find the nearest bathroom. A new study conducted by a team of international researchers has found evidence that certain types of ...click here to read more

Being pregnant can a joyous time in a woman’s life, but it comes with a lot of responsibility—women have to refrain from drinking alcohol and not perform excessively strenuous tasks. One aspect of pregnancy that not many women pay much attention to is diet, as we all know that what a pregnant woman wants to ...click here to read more