Ms. Jan R Figueira MSW

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• Do I Have a Sleep Disorder?

  Do I Have a Sleep Disorder?Sleep normally follows a pattern that alternates between rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and non-REM sleep. Changes in this pattern affect sleep resulting in disorders that may lead to tiredness and lack of concentration and attention during day time. Sleep can be disrupted...

• Treatments for Jock Itch

  It starts as a minor irritation in the groin, thighs or buttocks, which may spark a conflagration of itching, red rashes, and burning pain. These symptoms usually implicate the existence of jock itch. Affecting both men and women, this is a fungal infection of the Dermatophyte family of fungi or the...

• How is Chicken Pox Diagnosed?

  Chicken pox is a very serious viral disease that results from the varicella zoster virus. The most common sign and indicator of chicken pox is the blistering rash all over one's body.  The symptoms are more evident during the cold season, and young children are to be vaccinated against the disease....

• Brave Teenager Shaves Head for Ovarian Cancer Awareness

  After her friend died from ovarian cancer, Ruby was devastated. However, she committed herself to raising awareness in a very brave way.Shave it offAt only thirteen years old, Ruby thought of a way to raise awareness for ovarian cancer that she was sure would grab people's attention. She decided...

• What to Expect After a Biopsy

  Biopsies may vary differently depending on the type and location of the tissues and how hard are they to obtain. The medical term used to describe such method is “invasiveness.” A less invasive procedure will, for example, take place in a doctor’s office the same day an abnormal tissue is...

• A Cystic Fibrosis App to Bring Data to Market

  For many people with CF, remembering their daily treatment regimens and medication schedules can seem daunting and difficult. Most patients acclaim that if they had a resource, such as an app, that would make their health management easier to handle, that they would love to try it. In addition to...