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Egg Donation

For whatever reason – age, early menopause, genetic defects or illness – some women's bodies cannot produce eggs that can be successfully fertilized. They may be completely healthy and perfectly capable of being parents. But without fertile eggs....

Dental Health

Nowadays it simply isn't acceptable to have poor oral health. With a variety of different types of toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash and floss, there is no excuse not to maintain a healthy smile. It is extremely important that you brush....

Allergies

Research shows allergies affect roughly 50 million people in North America. Allergies -- caused when the immune system overreacts to foreign substances that come in contact with the body – can cause a variety....

Arthritis

Arthritis is an inflammatory disease that causes pain and tightness in numerous joints, tendons and muscles throughout the body. The chances of developing arthritis increase as people grow older. Arthritis can also occur in young people, although instances....

Depression

Depression is a topic that many people aren't comfortable discussing. Meanwhile, it's a condition that affects millions of people all over the world. Depression is a mental and emotional disorder that can negatively impact....

Diabetes

Diabetes is a common disease in which the body fails to properly produce or use insulin, a hormone needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. Diabetes affects 23.6 million adults and children in the United States, according to the American Diabetes Association. Of those people, an estimated 5.7 million people remain unaware....

High Blood Pressure and Hypertension

Hypertension, a chronic elevation of the blood pressure, is spreading among American adults. Roughly 73 million people in the United States ages 20 and older have high blood pressure, or one in three adults, according to research by the American Heart Association....

Pertussis

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a common disease that is highly contagious among people of all ages. Pertussis is transferred from person to person through mucous membranes that are sprayed into the air during coughing fits. Adults and teenagers are most vulnerable....

Lymphoma

Lymphoma is a grouping of blood cancers that is one of the most common categories of cancer. Lymphoma originates in the white blood cells that power the body's immune system. When these white blood cells mutate, they reproduce at high rates and can cause tumors in various regions of the body. Fortunately, lymphoma is among the more....

In Vitro Fertilization

In Vitro Fertilization is commonly referred to as IVF. IVF is the process of fertilization by manually combining an egg and sperm in a laboratory dish. When the IVF procedure is successful, the process is combined with a procedure known as....

Narcolepsy Treatment

Narcolepsy is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by excessive sleepiness accompanied by a series of auxiliary symptoms, typically beginning in adolescence or young adulthood. In the treatment of narcolepsy, it is important to define clear outcome goals....

Bone Cancer

Cancer of the bone or bone cancer is a general term used when cancer cells are seen in the bone. Cancer that begins in the bone is called primary bone cancer. It is found most often in the arms and legs but it can occur in any bone in the body....

Colon Cancer

Colon cancer treatment may seem overwhelming, but taking some time to learn about your options will help you work with your doctor and find the right treatment. The colon cancer treatment plan that is best for you will depend....