
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus: Symptoms and Treatment
Discoid lupus erythematosus is a disease affecting the skin especially that of face with features of wasting and scarring of skin and photosensitivity. It is also called as lupus erythematosus chronicus discoides.

Tick Borne Rickettsial Disease
Tick-borne diseases are a group of illnesses that people get from tick bites. Ticks are excellent source for transmitting various diseases. They belong to the class Arachnida of arthropods.

Intestinal Infections with Tapeworm Parasites
Tapeworms can come as an unpleasant surprise a few weeks later to anyone munching away on a bowl of cereal from an old box and noticing a few wriggling creepy-crawlies at the bottom of the bowl.

Menthol Cigarettes: Are They Better Than Regular?
Menthol cigarettes are a combination of tobacco and menthol that makes the mouth and nose feel cool without a drop in temperature.Especially popular in the warmer US climates, menthol cigarettes are disproportionately popular with African-Americans.

Bird Flu in the News Again: Is a Springtime Epidemic Possible?
A new strain of avian influenza (the condition also known as bird flu) has emerged in China. Researchers report that this H7N9 strain of flu can resist the most common drug for treating flu, and it is not losing its ability to spread with time.

Superbug Clostridium Difficile About to Overtake MRSA in Hospitals
For over seven years the news has been filled with scary reports about the "super-bug" MRSA, methycillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. This flesh-eating bacterium has been known to haunt preschools, nurseries, locker rooms, and hospitals.

Spring Shoes: Help Your Feet Feel Better
Because approximately 25% of the bones in the body are located in the human foot, it is very important for a person to have good fitting shoes. If any of the bones in the feet are misaligned, the entire body could be compromised.

Love as a Form of Control vs. Love for the Sake of Loving
The wounded self is very tricky when it comes to love!

Dermatitis and Eczema Home Remedies
Dermatitis and eczema home remedies are often the most useful answer to the question "What can I do about itchy skin?" The itching, inflammation, redness, and rash caused by dermatitis and eczema are too much to ignore.

How to Save Money on Health Care
Having health insurance is an absolute must for anybody, not only does it guarantee you will have access to medical services, but it also helps people avoid the high costs of treatment for certain health conditions.