
When Generosity Is A Disease
Most of us know someone, or maybe we are someone, who "gives 'til it hurts." Sometimes, however, pathological generosity results from brain damage.

The Coagulation Cascade: A Survival Mechanism
Have you ever thought about how our body prevents us from bleeding to death when we get injured? The coagulation cascade is the mechanism in charge of this and just as any other, it is very well regulated in order to respond as soon as a leak is detected.

Lovastatin: The First Approved Plasma Cholesterol Inhibitor
If blood cholesterol is raised, it is important to treat it as soon as possible because it could potentially lead to heart disease. Statins are a safe and effective way to lower blood cholesterol.

Lisfranc Fracture – Commonly Missed Diagnosis
A Lisfranc fracture is an injury that occurs deep inside the middle of the foot. Due to the location of the Lisfranc, these fractures are often misdiagnosed. There are several other bones and tendons located in the same area, making diagnosis difficult.

Should You Ask For Anesthesia When You Have A Colonoscopy?
Americans who have reached the age of 50 are asked to have a colonoscopy. Typically the patient is just given a sedative, but a survey of the doctors and nurses who do it every day found they would prefer to be "put under" while the colonoscopy is done.

Natural Remedies For Cluster Headaches
The cluster headache is a headache that is so painful it is often called a "suicide headache." Pain on one side of the head becomes unbearable, accompanied by a variety of allergy-like symptoms. Simple dietary changes, however, can make a difference.

Does Your Kitty Have Power Over Your Mind?
For thousands of years, humans have alternately adored or abhored cats. The reason for the our mass preoccupation with this feline species may be that cats have literal power over our brains, through brain parasites with which they infect us.

How to Keep Up Your Weight When You Have Cancer
In a diet-crazy world, it may seem a little odd to be writing about how to maintain body fat rather than about how to lose it. But if you have cancer, that is exactly what you need to do to survive, and even thrive, as you work for remission.

Natural Reversal Of Graying Hair
Tens of millions of people reach for their hair care products at the first sign of gray hair. But there may be a way to reverse graying hair from the inside out--that doesn't necessarily require you to buy any special products.

Ten Essential Facts About Stroke
On this World Stroke Day, we look at 10 things every family needs to know about stroke. These are 10 essential facts about stroke that you may not be able to act upon if you are the person having the stroke, so make sure to share this article with others.