Mary Harrison Ahlander

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• Is Now the Time to Become a Nurse?

  One may note that the demand for nurses has followed a cyclic pattern for several years now. For some years, there was a surplus of nurses, while at other times, there were shortages. This cyclic pattern is following in the recent times, too. In the early 2000s, there was a nationwide nursing...

• Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Improves Quality of Life for Parkinson's Patient

  Parkinson’s Disease Disrupts the Life of a Single DadMuscle spasms, stiffness, and decreased motor skills are not symptoms commonly associated with younger people in their 20s and 30s. For Bill Swayze, however, these symptoms appeared and resulted in early diagnosis of Parkinson’s at the rare...

• What is Hypothyroidism? Get the Facts

  Hypothyroidism is characterized by an under active thyroid gland that fails to produce an adequate amount of thyroid hormones. These hormones are important in maintaining an adequate metabolic rate and energy production. Thus, low levels of thyroid hormones affect each and every organ of the body,...

• What Is Blue Balls and How to Get Rid of It

  "Blue balls" is one of the most common health issues seen among young men who indulge in heavy sexual activities. It is the most uncomfortable situation for a man who tries to find immediate relief."Blue balls" as it is called is one of the slang terms used for vasocongestion in the testicles. It is...

• Fish Oil Can Help Manage Symptoms Caused by Arthritis

  What is Fish Oil?Fish oil is made from tissues of fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, sprat and mackerel. Fish liver oil is made by pressing the cooked liver of cod (most common), halibut or shark.There are two types of omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil. These are DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and...

• How Can I Reduce the Pain of Sensitive Teeth?

  If you can’t enjoy a cup of hot coffee or a glass of cold juice without getting that stinging pain in your teeth, those are symptoms of sensitive teeth. Moreover, eating, brushing and flossing may also lead to the sharp pain. Sensitivity to the cold and heat may be caused by a number of reasons...