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Archives for 2008

Get Rid of Common Cold Misconceptions

by Rosanne Lorraine September 9th, 2008 | Children's Health

The cold is known to be the most common infectious condition in America. It accounts for the majority of absences both in school and at the workplace. You might be thinking, "It's just the cold, why would anyone skip school or work?" Well, if you're still thinking this, then you probably haven't experienced the worst effects of having a cold. Some people experience a variety of problems because of their colds, including migraines and fevers.


There is a common misconception that colds can be treated with antibiotics. Although this belief makes sense, it is not accurate. Colds are caused

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Disaster Prep and Medications

by Lisa Stauber September 2nd, 2008 | Medication


Hurricane season is in full swing, and over 2 million people in the path of Hurricane Gustav evacuated this week. There are two more storms headed toward the United States, and more evacuations may be in order.



Do you have health problems? Are you prepared for a natural disaster? The Red Cross includes tips on preparing an emergency kit for quick evacuation in case of hurricanes, but if you have an illness, you need to be proactive and prepare extra supplies.



People with chronic medical problems must be ready to care for

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Bulimia and Side Effects

by MPK August 28th, 2008 | Diet, Diseases
Bulimia Nervosa is a debilitating disease that has been recognized by the American Psychiatric Association.  However, one of the side effects of this disease, excessive exercise, can be a disease in and of itself.  To learn more, visit our sister site, My Fitness Tunes.
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Natural Remedies for Hair Loss

by Rosanne Lorraine August 26th, 2008 | Herbal Supplements

Hair loss is a problem that can affect men, women, and children alike. There are many reasons why hair loss occurs. In most cases, it is the result of heredity, medications, or a certain health conditions. It is normal to shed some amounts of hair every day because this is all part of growing new hairs, but you should be concerned once you experience excessive hair loss because it can result in baldness.


There are a lot of treatments available for hair loss in the market today. It would be a good idea to seek natural remedies first, if

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Back To School Wellness

by Lisa Stauber August 19th, 2008 | Children's Health, Heart Health, Herbal Supplements, Vitamins

Kids are going back to school this week, and that means the germs will be spreading. You don’t have to spend the first few weeks nursing summer colds, however. Prevention is the key!




  • Wash your hands. You’ve heard it before, and you’ll hear it again. The single most effective way to prevent the spread of germs is to wash your hands. Antibacterial soap isn’t necessary; it’s the mechanical action of the scrubbing along with the surfactants in soap that rinse the germs down the drain.



  • Sanitize. Most back to school supply lists now require hand sanitizer for classroom use. Small bottles
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All health and medical information is provided for educational purposes and is not meant to replace the medical advice or treatment of your healthcare professional.