The thyroid is a gland situated on the front of the neck, just below the skin, and is made of two halves (lobes) of tissue, each one the size of half of a plum, connected in the front by a thin strap of tissue (the...
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disorder
Q. What is pelvic inflammatory (“in-flam-ma-tor-ee”) disease (PID)? A. PID is an infection of a woman’s uterus, ovaries, and/or fallopian tubes. Untreated, PID can cause infertility (not being able to...
Some Turning to Hindu Breathing Technique
By BETH DUFF-BROWN Associated Press Writer (AP) NEW DELHI It seemed odd to me that one would need lessons in how to breathe. Yet people worldwide are turning to the intensive Art of Living course on lowering stress and...
Alzheimer’s Disease
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive, neurodegenerative disease characterized by memory loss, language deterioration, impaired visuospatial skills, poor judgment...
High Blood Pressure
You may be surprised if your doctor says you have high blood pressure (HBP) because it does not cause symptoms and you can have it even though you feel fine. But HBP is a serious condition that can lead to stroke, heart...
Exercise: Feeling Fit For Life
Adults young and old can help put an end to a major public health enemy: lack of physical activity. The crime: adding to disease and disability. Here are the facts: Exercise can help older people feel better and enjoy...
HAIR! From Personal Statement to Personal Problem
From the shaved heads of medieval monks, to the long-haired hippies of the ’60s, to the spiked hairdos of today’s punk rockers, hair has always made a personal statement. “It’s one of the leading...
Arthritis Advice
Half of all people age 65 and older have arthritis. There are over 100 different forms of arthritis and many different symptoms and treatments. We do not know what causes most forms of arthritis. Some forms are better...
Alcohol / Drug Abuse
Alcoholism, also known as “alcohol dependence,” is a disease that includes alcohol craving and continued drinking despite repeated alcohol-related problems, such as losing a job or getting into trouble with...
Vaginal Infections
Q. What is vaginitis? A. Vaginitis (“vaj-in-i-tis”) is an inflammation of the vagina that causes vaginal discharge (fluid from the vagina), irritation, and itching. Many women with vaginitis also have...
