Category: Health & Wellness

Clicking or cracking sounds in the knees, known medically as crepitus, are more common than you might think and, in most cases, do not pose a [Read More…]

Heavy periods, or menorrhagia, are heavy and prolonged menstrual bleeding that can profoundly affect the daily lives of some women. These periods are often accompanied [Read More…]

The human body is made up of 65% water, a large portion of which is contained within the body’s cells. As such, water is essential [Read More…]

A runny nose, or rhinorrhea, is a symptom that can be caused by a variety of conditions, including colds, allergies, and other irritations. While often [Read More…]

Poliomyelitis, or polio, is a serious viral disease that can cause irreversible paralysis and, in the most severe forms, death. Although the majority of infections [Read More…]

Ophthalmic migraine, also known as migraine with visual aura, is a specific form of migraine characterized by transient visual disturbances. Although these symptoms can be [Read More…]

Illness-related anxiety disorder, formerly known as hypochondria, manifests as an excessive and persistent preoccupation with developing or suffering from a serious condition, despite the absence [Read More…]

In modern life, chronic stress, lack of sleep, and certain lifestyle habits can artificially increase your cortisol levels, with potentially harmful consequences for your physical [Read More…]

The human body—just like our vehicles and other equipment—needs maintenance. Paying attention to your weight is the first level of safety and body maintenance. A [Read More…]

Gastroenteritis strikes every year during the holiday season. Diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea… What are the symptoms of gastroenteritis? How can you avoid having your winter [Read More…]