Victoria Hamilton

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• Leukemia: What to Expect During Chemotherapy

  For many people, the first thing that comes to mind when talking about cancer treatment is chemotherapy. Chemotherapy has been portrayed in television shows and movies for all to see and explained in pamphlets for cancer patients. The majority of people associate chemotherapy with things such as...

• Diabetes vs. Science: Who’s Winning?

  What Is Diabetes?Diabetes is a serious chronic illness that could affect 552 million people by the year 2030, according to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). A person suffering from diabetes is at a much greater risk of heart attack, kidney damage, or stroke. Therefore, we are now putting...

• Are Varicose Veins Associated with Other Medical Conditions?

  Most of the times, people with varicose veins rarely have challenges. If at all they do show up, it is usually after many years.Other ailments and conditions are often similar to varicose conditions. The conditions below are signs, causes or risks associated with varicose veins.BleedingIf you bump...

• Nail Polish May Contain Toxic Chemicals

  According to a California report, some of the polishes and other products used in nail salons contain high levels of toxic chemicals, in spite of label that it is toxic-free. Scientist Valetti Lang, acting manager of the Pollution Prevention Branch of the Department of Toxic Substances Control for...

• Can Eczema Be Treated with Over-the-Counter Medications?

  What is eczema?Eczema is a condition that affects the skin. Its typical symptoms include a rough inflamed skin with fluid-filled blisters that are itchy. Eczema most often affects the areas of the neck, inner elbows, behind the knees, the wrists, ankles, and the creases between the buttocks. The...

• Different Types of Aneurysms

  What is an aneurysm?An aneurysm is the abnormal ballooning, widening, or bulging of a part of the artery usually caused by arterial wall weakness. When an aneurysm enlarges and ruptures, disastrous consequences, such as internal bleeding, usually happen.Aneurysms are usually found in the aorta (the...