Family Health Articles

Women are more commonly affected than men. Varicose veins have been reported to affect about 36% of women and 19% of the men in the US. Although varicose veins are more commonly observed in the legs, they can form anywhere in the body.

‘Veiny hands’ is a common term used to refer to small blood vessels on the hands of the skin that have abnormal collection of blood and appear red or blue in color.

Gout affects nearly three million people in the United States a year. Gout is caused by increased levels of uric acid in the bloodstream, which could cause joint destruction and lower your kidney function, as well as causing kidney stones.

Nutrition is vitally important for the health and well being of the human body. Never more important than during pregnancy, proper nutrition is critical for the health of the mother and developing fetus.

The UK is initiating a pilot program next year that will allow pharmacists to dispense birth control pills without a prescription. This change will help to address the high rate of teenage pregnancy.

Ted's mother was often emotionally irrational. She would demand irrational things from him, such as telling him that it was his job to make her happy. She would cry and yell when he did anything for himself, claiming that he was selfish.

A tremendous amount of promising research is being undertaken to determine the cause of breast cancer and to establish effective ways to prevent it.

Soccer – a superb game for youngsters Children and youngsters today are not active enough as they have many choices (including computer, TV) that compete for their attention and may lead to lethargic lifestyles.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. A simple bowl of cereal in the morning may curb a tendency toward obesity and late-night cravings, boost metabolism, and lower cholesterol levels, but eating breakfast also benefits the brain.

Parents are the most important people in their children’s lives. It is the parents that provide their children with the first definitions of themselves.