A new study published in the journal Cancer by Lauren McCullough, a doctoral candidate in epidemiology at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and her colleagues, suggests that women who exercise have a lower breast cancer risk than less active women. Based on the study, even just mild physical activity like walking, gardening, cleaning […]

Consult your doctor before taking prescription diet pills Some diet pills are regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), these diet pills can only be prescribed by a physician. Prescription appetite suppressants such as Benfluorex, Cathine, Phentermine, and Sibutramine affect your nervous system — reducing appetite and food consumption, leading to weight […]

Recent studies published in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology suggest that moderate drinking during pregnancy may not be bad for the baby. It’s common knowledge for women to never drink alcoholic beverages once they find out they’re pregnant. While some dare, they suffer the stigma of society. But this may no longer […]

Summer is already here. It’s time to relax and have some fun. Unfortunately, we also need to be on the lookout for medical problems. During this season, skin problems are a major health concern. Here are some tips to help you maintain healthy skin all summer long: Protect your skin from harsh sunlight. The sun’s […]

Summer’s here. The East Coast got this message loud and clear via a heat wave last Wednesday. Temperatures ranging from mid to high 90s were recorded along the eastern seaboard, where some of the country’s most populated areas are located. The National Weather Service warned that Wednesday’s temperatures are just the beginning. The agency said […]

Excessive and improper use of mobile devices is harmful to health, a recent study suggested. The increasing popularity of devices like laptops, tablets, and smartphones can harm posture and overall health as more and more people are using them for work especially outside the office, according to The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy in the U.K. […]

The liver is a multifunctional organ responsible for detoxifying deadly substances, protein and carbohydrate metabolizing, vitamin A synthesis, bile production, and sequestration of erythrocytes. It can be found in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity and is the largest internal organ. Excessive alcohol intake is the number one culprit in liver diseases. A […]

A Study was recently conducted in which it was determined that Isolating oneself is dangerous to your health. The findings suggest that those who live alone are more likely to develop heart disease and stroke, as compared to those who live with family or friends. Lonely people have a higher risk of early death than […]

Hypertension is becoming a growing problem in the U.S. today. But it’s alarming to know that this not only pertains to adults but to children as well. Hospitals have noticed a dramatic increase in hospital confinement for children with hypertension over the past decade from 1997-2006. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control and […]

Bladder stones are crystallized particles of minerals like calcium or magnesium in the urinary bladder. They vary in number, size, shape, and consistency. Bladder stones are caused by several factors like prostate gland enlargement, damaged nerves, weakened bladder wall, inflammation, and kidney stones. Patients with bladder stones may be asymptomatic or they can experience severe […]