Bone strength Bones are strong and flexible and can withstand a lot of stress up to a point. A bone fracture is a total or partial break in the bone. If your bone is broken and you don't know it, it may heal on it's own, but it may not heal correctly. The bones in...
The link between scarlet fever and rheumatic fever Scarlet fever is an illness that is caused by a bacterial infection. Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory condition that can develop if scarlet fever is not identified and treated early. Scarlet fever, if untreated, may develop into rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever is a disease that affects your...
Can herpes simplex be cured? Herpes is a sexually transmitted infection that you can carry without having any symptoms. Herpes can't be cured, but outbreaks can be managed and prevented. When the topic of herpes arises, you might remember terrible slideshows of sexually transmitted diseases from health class. But herpes doesn’t have to be scary...
What is genital warts vs. herpes? Genital warts are a sexually transmitted infection that causes lesions on the penis, vaginal and buttocks. Herpes are also a sexually transmitted infection that cause ulcers and blisters on the genitals, anus and mouth. Genital warts may be mistaken for herpes because both cause genital lesions. What are genital...
Bone strength Bones are strong and flexible and can withstand a lot of stress up to a point. A bone fracture is a total or partial break in the bone. If your bone is broken and you don't know it, it may heal on it's own, but it may not heal correctly. The bones in...
Facts you should know about toxoplasmosis Share Your Story Cats are a common host for Toxoplasma gondii. Toxoplasmosis (toxo) is a disease caused by a protozoan parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. Toxoplasma infection is acquired from contact with cats and their feces. Toxo is also acquired from eating or touching raw or partly cooked meat. Toxoplasmosis...
Dehydration facts Dynamic picture of dehydration The body needs water to function. Dehydration occurs when water intake is less than water loss. Symptoms range from mild to life-threatening. The young and the elderly are especially susceptible to dehydration. What is dehydration? Water is a critical element of the body, and keeping the body adequately hydrated...
When your mental health is in a good state this is called mental wellness. It means that your mind is functioning as it should be and that you can function in positive ways in your life. Mental health is given more and more importance in the modern world. Talking about these things can only help...
If you feel low for most of the day, nearly every day, you may be depressed. Learn to spot the signs of depression We all go through periods where we feel low or unhappy. But if you feel low for most of the day, nearly every day, and this has gone on for weeks or...
The types and nature of house gnats House gnats are those tiny grayish-black flies usually found around house plants. They are attracted to plants and decaying organic matter and the fastest way to get rid of them is by using traps and diluted bleach. House gnats are those tiny grayish-black flies usually found around house...