Heidi Hammack BA

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• What Conditions Can Be Caused by Obesity?

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• What Are The Signs And Symptoms of Pleurisy?

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• Holistic Treatments for Conjunctivitis

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• Is Hypothyroidism Hereditary?

  Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the amount of thyroid hormones produced by the body is not adequate. Thyroid hormones play an important role in regulating metabolic rates and energy levels in the body. Thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) are the two major hormones produced by the thyroid...

• Heat Rash: When Should I See a Doctor?

  Heat rash is a condition that easily goes away with time without the need for medical care. This usually happens when the skin cools down and the sweating reduces. Sometimes, it can take a few days for the affected part of the skin to heal completely. However, there are times when the rashes tend...