Hepatitis C is the most common chronic bloodborne infection in the United States. Unfortunately there is no vaccine for this disease but hepatitis C can be prevented by avoiding behavior that spread the virus, including sharing needles, syringes, or contact with other injection equipment. Currently, about 3.2 million people have hepatitis C and sadly most…
DetailsIf you are looking forward to hot days and cold ice cream this summer, chances are you don’t suffer from lactose intolerance. However, a surprising number of Americans do have this condition to some degree, with estimates putting the number between 30 and 50 million people. Lactose intolerance is an inability to properly digest lactose,…
DetailsA Colonoscopy Proves Efficiency with Lowest Rates in 10 years According to a recent report published in the CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, colon cancer rates have fallen by 30 percent over the past decade in patients over the age of 50. We know that no one wants to get a colonoscopy, but with…
DetailsAppendicitis: Understanding the Warning Signs of Appendix Rupture Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes inflamed and infected. We do not always know the cause of appendicitis, but when it happens we assume that it was due to an obstruction and infection of the appendix. Your appendix is about 3 ½ inches long and can only…
DetailsEating right is not something you should be doing once in awhile. The type of food you eat directly affects your lifestyle. A healthy colon is necessary to ensure that the digestive system functions properly, and it is also helpful in preventing colon cancer. Everyone wants to know how to nourish their bodies with the…
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