Archive for April, 2011

Anthrax Case Shows That Symptoms Differ From Flu

Thursday, April 28th, 2011

With the aim of helping physicians recognize the signs of inhalational anthrax, doctors who treated the Florida man who died of the disease in early October have released a report on his illness.

The report may also help calm the nerves of the public as the flu and cold season begins, according to its lead author. None of the recent cases of inhalational anthrax have caused symptoms that are common in the fall and winter such as runny nose, sore throat and congestion, Dr. Larry M. Bush of Atlantis Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, told Reuters Health. (more…)

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A Drink or Two May Benefit Some Heart Patients

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

A study published in the June issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that light to moderate alcohol consumption could benefit patients who already had some degree of left ventricular dysfunction, or LVD. LVD means that the left ventricle, the main pumping chamber of the heart, is weakened. (more…)

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Homeopathy for Burnout

Thursday, April 14th, 2011

Have you ever been overwhelmed by a massive amount of work with an unreasonable deadline? How would you feel after many anxious days and nights of caring for sick loved ones with precious, few breaks? Do you remember returning to your day job while still caring for your colicky newborn by night? What do these situations have in common? Burnout! Those of us who have experienced the results of burning the candle at both ends for extended periods can tell horror stories about the toll it takes on our physical, mental and emotional well-being. (more…)

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Honeymoon Packing

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

Do you have any tips on how to pack for your honeymoon?

Here are some sure-fire packing tips to make your honeymoon luggage hassle-free:

1. Buy plastic freezer bags in all sizes, from quart to gallon (or even two-gallon). Put all spillables in them, and if an item is particularly dangerous — like nail polish or perfume — double bag it. At the end of your trip, put your wet swimsuit or shells from the beach in a bag. They are surprisingly useful! (more…)

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