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Hepatitis (Viral Hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, G)

Hepatitis (Viral Hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, G)

How is viral hepatitis diagnosed? Diagnosis of viral hepatitis is based on symptoms and physical findings as well as blood tests for liver enzymes, viral antibodies, and viral genetic materials. Symptoms and physical findings Diagnosis of acute viral hepatitis often is easy, but diagnosis of chronic hepatitis can be difficult. When a patient reports symptoms […]

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Do Processed Foods Up Your Type 2 Diabetes Risk?

Do Processed Foods Up Your Type 2 Diabetes Risk?

Latest Diabetes News By Alan MozesHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Dec. 16, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Store-bought chicken nuggets, jelly donuts and energy bars may taste delicious. But a large, new study warns that the more of these and other highly processed foods you consume, the greater your risk for type 2 diabetes. Every 10% increase in […]

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She Never Smoked — And Got Lung Cancer in Her 40s

She Never Smoked — And Got Lung Cancer in Her 40s

Latest Cancer News By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Dec. 17, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Nikki Moreno had spent nearly a year struggling for breath, and nothing seemed to help. Not the inhalers, not the antibiotics and other drugs. Nothing seemed to help her breathe, and nothing got rid of her constant cough. It finally got […]

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Shedding Pounds May Shrink Breast Cancer Risk

Shedding Pounds May Shrink Breast Cancer Risk

Latest Cancer News TUESDAY, Dec. 17, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Losing weight might be a powerful weapon against breast cancer, a new study suggests. “Our results suggest that even a modest amount of sustained weight loss is associated with lower breast cancer risk for women over 50,” said study author Lauren Teras, a senior principal […]

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Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis

What is osteoarthritis (OA)? Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are both chronic joint disorders that cause joint pain. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic joint disorder featuring degeneration and inflammation of cartilage of one or many joints. What is rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune joint disorder characterized by inflammation of the tissue […]

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Weight gain during period: What to know

Weight gain during period: What to know

Hormone levels fluctuate throughout the 28-day menstrual cycle. These changes can affect a person’s appetite and may also lead to fluid retention. Both factors can lead to perceived or actual weight gain around the time of a period. This article describes why a person may gain weight during a period, and how to prevent it. […]

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How to reduce food waste

How to reduce food waste

Food waste contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and wastes the water and other resources it takes to grow the food. While the average consumer is not a large environmental polluter compared to large corporations, finding ways to reduce food waste throughout the day can help a person avoid contributing to the problem. In this article, […]

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Are there symptoms for high blood pressure?

Are there symptoms for high blood pressure?

Blood pressure is the force of the blood against the walls of the arteries as it goes around a person’s body. Sometimes, it can become too high, which can be dangerous. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 1 out of 3 adults in the United States have high blood pressure […]

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Are some makeup ingredients toxic?

Are some makeup ingredients toxic?

The following sections look at makeup ingredients that may have toxic effects. People may wish to avoid products that contain these chemicals. Talc Share on PinterestCertain chemicals in makeup may cause health issues. In 2019, the FDA advised consumers to avoid using certain cosmetic items due to them testing positive for asbestos. These items contained […]

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Diabetes and anxiety: What is the link?

Diabetes and anxiety: What is the link?

Many people with diabetes also experience anxiety, and they may wonder whether there is a link between the two conditions. Diabetes and anxiety are both among the leading causes of disability in developed countries around the world. In the United States alone, anxiety affects close to 40 million adults. Diabetes is also common, with about […]