General Medicine

For good health, vitamins must be obtained from the diet. This article looks at vitamin D, E and K sources and deficiency symptoms.

Jan 30, 2012 - Wendy A.M. Prosser

Dry eye syndrome is common. It results from decreased tear production or poor tear quality. An eye doctor has several options for treatment.

Oct 10, 2011 - Harvey Craft

Pharmaceutical industry influence over health care wanes as failure and recession concerns turn patients to what others have done in the past that worked.

Oct 6, 2011 - Christy Burton

A look at side effects and dosages for the antibiotic cephalexin.

Oct 6, 2011 - Tina Samuels

An important antibiotic cocktail, this is generally given in IV solutions.

Sep 19, 2011 - Tina Samuels

Dengue fever reappeared in Key West in 2009, and has affected Floridians since then, continuing into 2011. Mosquitoes transmit this potential killer.

Sep 2, 2011 - Albert Burchsted

Some people have headaches frequently and many - over 25 million Americans - suffer from a disabling condition called migraine. Water may help.

Aug 21, 2011 - Harvey Craft

A new breakthrough in treating head lice is the application of a silicone based lotion. This has many advantages over traditional removal methods.

Aug 13, 2011 - Louise Jones

Air bubbles are responsible for the cracking or popping sound that occurs when you crack your knuckles, back, neck, ankles and other joints.

Aug 9, 2011 - Mia Carter

According to a recent report, many doctors are unfamiliar with the symptoms of spider bites, potentially leading to delayed or inappropriate treatment.

Jul 27, 2011 - Wendy A.M. Prosser

According to a recent report from US News and World Report, many of the best hospitals listed in the U.S. for 2011-2012 are familiar names to consumers.

Jul 20, 2011 - Brenda Lane

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless colorless gas that can have serious, fatal health consequences.

Jul 1, 2011 - Toby Welch

Research suggests that, while vitamin D levels may not be linked with sperm quality, too much vitamin D can be as harmful as too little in the elderly.

Jun 30, 2011 - Wendy A.M. Prosser

Many parents breathe a sigh of relief once they begin to understand how to help a child with food sensitivities, but another problem may be lurking.

Jun 23, 2011 - Katrena Wells

This article offers a detailed description of the spine's functions and the complex and surprisingly little-known anatomy of the spine.

Jun 8, 2011 - Stetson Thacker

This book takes you room by room, uncovering the hidden dangers lurking from common items to your family's health, and finding an appropriate solution.

Jun 3, 2011 - Paym Bergson

Shoulder pain and limited movement can be caused by wear and tear, inflammation or injuries. Home treatment can help alleviate pain and promote healing.

May 28, 2011 - Margo Steele

Tendonitis involves swelling and irritation of a tendon - tendons connect muscles to bones. Diagnosis is straightforward and treatment is usually effective.

May 5, 2011 - Harvey Craft

The drug manufacturer Bristol-Myers Squibb has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of the drug Coumadin, a frequently prescribed blood thinner.

May 4, 2011 - Brenda Lane

Smoking usually begins at a young age as a recreational activity, which becomes an addiction. It is time to break the habit and enjoy a breath of fresh air.

Apr 15, 2011 - Mike Brandolino

Exercise gives you a way to reduce the risk of high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease. Time spent exercising can prolong one's life.

Apr 6, 2011 - Chris Dinesen Rogers

Managing high blood pressure is essential for lowering your risk of heart disease and stroke. Simple lifestyle changes can provide the necessary control.

Mar 9, 2011 - Chris Dinesen Rogers

The UK's National No Smoking Day 2011 fell on March 9th. The day provides a focus to educate smokers about smoking's health issues, and to help them quit.

Mar 9, 2011 - Mark Tibbits

What is involved in a CHEM-7 basic metabolic panel blood test and what it is testing?

Feb 18, 2011 - Tina Samuels

Research has finally confirmed that when zinc is taken as soon as cold symptoms start, severity and length of the cold were diminished.

Feb 17, 2011 - Brenda Lane

A look at where you are most likely to pick up certain respiratory tract infections.

Feb 11, 2011 - Tina Samuels