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  Researchers have long proposed that a sleep disorder may increase inflammatory responses, and may increase the risk of developing various neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s disease.  A recent study called “Assessment of neuroinflammation in patients with idiopathic...

• What Is Cisgender?

  The definition of cisgender is “an adjective for someone whose gender would correspond to the sex assigned to them”. Cisgender, or cis in abbreviated form, describes individuals whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth. Cisgender can be applied to a vast majority of...

• Everything You Need to Know About Gallbladder Surgery

  Open gallbladder removal, also known as open cholecystectomy, is a surgical operation removing the gallbladder. The objective of the procedure is to offer permanent relief from gallbladder-related problems such as gallstones. During the surgery, a large incision is made in the abdomen and used to...

• What is Head Lice: Get the Facts

  One of the most common human parasitic invasions globally is pediculosis, or the human head louse infestation. Approximately six to twelve million people in the US are treated for head lice annually. According to studies, head lice are mostly found in preschoolers and school-aged children. They nest...

• Make Sure to Include These Foods in a Rheumatoid Arthritis Diet

  Being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis can be both a relief and a terrifying moment in a person’s life. On the one hand, those who are diagnosed with the disease typically begin to experience early to moderate symptoms of the disease before a doctor reaches a diagnosis.The actual diagnosis can...

• Don’t Let Your Computer Strain Your Eyes

  What is eyestrain?Eyestrain is a common medical condition characterized by an overuse of the eyes, like when driving a long distance, reading for a couple of hours, or using the computer. Staring at the computer screen for a long period of time will increase discomfort in your eyes.Eyestrain is not...