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Keeping your mind and body in check - popular topics in health and medicine to maintain a long and healthy life.
Reflecting on the Past, Present and Future This Fibromyalgia Awareness Month
May is Fibromyalgia Awareness Month, and as someone who lives with this complicated condition, I thought it would be nice to share with you some of the history behind it — including its diagnosis and treatments.
By Ashley Nestler, MSW5 years ago in Longevity
How to protect yourself and your family from infection? What drugs will be needed in case of infection?
Measles armor How to protect yourself and your family from infection? What drugs will be needed in case of infection? Yes, measles has been known for a long time, but it has not yet been completely eradicated. To defeat some kind of infection, you need a reliable herd immunity. That is, universal coverage of the population with vaccinations.
By ROBINSON JAMES HERBERT5 years ago in Longevity
A Healthy Body Is the Biggest Treasure
Health is the name of the state when a person is well physically and mentally fit, having the best interpersonal relationships and is spiritually awakened. Every aspect of your health should be taken utmost care to enjoy a healthy life.
By Bhavik Bhayana 5 years ago in Longevity
My Flight From The Corona Virus
As I joyfully cycle down some nondescript rural country lanes in the Chiba Prefecture, two hours east of Tokyo, I look for all the world like I haven't a care in the world. Truth be told, I have really got much at all to worry about. And yet.....
By Liam Ireland5 years ago in Longevity
Understanding Hereditary Transthyretin Amyloidosis (hATTR)
Hereditary ATTR amyloidosis (hATTR amyloidosis) is an inherited, rapidly progressing and life-threatening disease. It is caused by a mutation in the transthyretin (TTR) gene that results in the accumulation of abnormal TTR proteins, such as amyloid fibers, in multiple locations, including the nerves, heart, and gastrointestinal tract.
By Maria Scott5 years ago in Longevity
The Year of Dread
It has been a brutal year for public health workers. Even for someone like me, who works in IT for a hospital - not on the frontline, but perhaps the “middle line”, if there was such a thing. Circumstances could dramatically change course so quickly in ways my brain still fails to comprehend. Initiatives that usually took weeks were needed in days, and all of this was happening under a dark cloud of uncertainty and disgust at how our at how those in the orbit of the oval office could not be moved to act despite a total death count that crossed half a million.
By Andrea Carlin5 years ago in Longevity
7 Simple Steps to Protect Yourself and Others from Corona Virus (COVID-19)
Corona Virus (COVID-19) disease is the most recently discovered infectious disease. Most people who become infected with it experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others, especially older people and those living with underlying medical conditions.
By Shree Keshav5 years ago in Longevity
Health Benefits of Cinnamon- Classified Information about Cinnamon
What is Cinnamon? Cinnamon has been a favorite spice for cooking ever since the ancient times. In fact it was the ancient Chinese, who discovered the healing properties of cinnamon. It has a unique flavor and aroma, which make it a very attractive addition to food. Cinnamon is an aromatic spice obtained by the inner bark of various tree species in the genus Cinnamomum from the sub-tropical and tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
By Dr. Yogesh Kumar 5 years ago in Longevity
