Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a mental health condition that directly correlates depressive symptoms to the changes in seasons. Some people might just think they are very tired or going through a “blue” time. These individuals who are affected start having signs of depression when Fall begins and it continues through the Winter season. There are some people who have...
Concussions are silent and dangerous. There may be a bump or cut on the head, but the serious damage may not be visible. Spotting the signs are key to knowing when to get help. First, you need to understand the definition of a concussion. A concussion occurs when there is a sudden blow, or impact, to an individual’s head. The brain gets jostled, which can cause damage to...
Have you ever had trouble getting to sleep? Do you have pain that won’t let you get comfortable in bed? Do unresolved issues from the day keep you awake? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. Millions of people suffer from a condition called insomnia. Insomnia refers to the inability to get to sleep or to remain asleep. This can stem from...
Diverticulitis is a condition of the bowels that occurs when diverticula, small pouches, form along the colon and become infected. Diverticula are harmless and are commonly formed in the body after the age of 40. About half of the population over the age of 60 have diverticula in their colon. Individuals are usually unaware of them unless they are spotted during a colonoscopy...
Medical condition hallux valgus, bunion in foot. In medical terminology, a bunion is a Hallux Valgus. It’s an enlargement of the bone and or tissue around the bottom of the big toe. In turn this pushes the big toe out of alignment and causes it to slant towards the second toe. Though attributed mainly to ill fitting higher healed shoes (and rightly so – women...
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