MedicineNet.com - Hurricane Disaster Health Concerns
Hurricane Katrina’s devastation of parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast is the greatest natural disaster ever faced by the U.S. With tremendous loss of life and property, this catastrophe has resulted in serious and potentially life-threatening health concerns. Here’s the latest on current health concerns.
MedicineNet.com - Heart Bypass Surgery: The Talk Show Host and The President
What do David Letterman and Bill Clinton have in common? They both had the same type of heart bypass surgery and recently compared notes.
MedicineNet.com - Diabetes and Exercise
Diabetics need to check their blood sugar before and after exercising. Diabetics who do not check their blood sugar run the risk of hypoglycemia which can cause dizziness, as well as other complications. Just because you are a diabetic doesn’t mean you can’t exercise. But it is important to check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program, especially if you are over the age of 35 and run the risk of heart complications.
MedicineNet.com - Battling Bulimia
American Idol runner-up recently disclosed her battle with bulimia. The risk of developing bulimia may come from: family history, substance abuse, cultural and social differences, etc. medical complications may include: erosion of tooth enamel, ulcers, intestinal complications, and more. There is no known way to prevent bulimia but it helps to know the signs.
MedicineNet.com - Dangers of Spider Bites
The majority of spiders found in the U.S. are harmless with two exceptions, the black widow spider and the brown recluse spider. Both of these spiders are considered dangerous to humans. Black widows and brown recluse spiders are more common in the southern states of the U.S. and prefer warm, dry climates and undisturbed areas to hide in, such as basements, closets, and attics.
MedicineNet.com - Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis): What Is It and How Did I Get It?
Dr. Melissa Stoppler discusses pink eye (conjuctivitis) and pink eye symptoms and treatment
MedicineNet.com - Hurricane Katrina: Should Volunteers Be Concerned?
Reporters, volunteers, national guard, and those that lived in the areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina are currently subject to health risks, including many infectious diseases. Listen to Dr. Shiel discuss precautions for everyone that’s been exposed to Hurricane Katrina.
MedicineNet.com - Prostate Cancer- The Importance of a PSA Test
An elevated PSA level in a patient with a history of cancer doesn’t necessarily mean the cancer has recurred. There are no specific normal or abnormal PSA levels, but the higher the PSA level, the more likely cancer is present. When PSA levels continue to rise over time, other tests may be ordered.
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