Valerie Dunn Mcbee LCSW

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• Alternative Treatments for Stroke

  Knowing about the treatment and care of stroke victims is important. When a victim shows stroke-like signs and symptoms, a neurologist must confirm the symptoms as well as identify the type of stroke the victim is suffering from, the affected areas, and the level of damage. This will help in...

• Are There Risks to Anal Fissure Surgery?

  This is a tear that occurs within the surrounding tissues of the anus. Normally, anal fissures do not result in severe health complications, although they cause discomfort and irritation and are very painful at times. If an anal fissure goes on for two months and beyond, it is termed as a chronic...

• How Is Glomerulonephritis Diagnosed?

  GlomerulonephritisGlomerulonephritis is the inflammation of kidney filters called glomeruli. These filters are made up of tiny blood vessels that help remove excess fluids, waste from the bloodstream, and electrolytes. This condition can happen on its own or may occur as part of chronic diseases,...

• What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

  Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD is a type of depression that comes and goes with the seasons. It starts during winter, usually stemming from a low amount of natural sunlight and is often lifted in the months of summer or spring. The symptoms often can begin in autumn as the days start getting...

• Health Benefits of Polyphenols

  What are polyphenols? Polyphenols are naturally occurring chemical compounds that are beneficial to health. They contain antioxidant properties and are usually found in vegetables, fruits, legumes, cereals, chocolate, spices, and some beverages. The health effects of polyphenols also depend on...

• How to Deal with the Worsening Shortage of Nurses

  It is already an open secret that the nursing shortage in many countries is getting worse year after year. In America, a list released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics put registered nurse (RN) as part of the top ten occupations that have the largest projected job openings from 2012 to 2022 because...