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• 9 Tips to Avoid IBS Flare-Ups

  If you’re suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you already understand how disturbing and problematic flare-ups can be. The IBS signs and symptoms can range from abdominal inflation to frequent diarrhea. There are multiple effective strategies for stress management that could truly...

• Ovarian Cancer: The Cliché About Cancer That’s True

  Last June, 24-year-old Dani Strumeier, a tax accountant at PwC, began to experience pain in her lower abdomen, but she brushed off going to the hospital because she knew that there would be needles there. She could not have blood drawn from her body without throwing up or passing out. Fortunately, a...

• Are There Long Term Complications For A Cholecystectomy?

  Cholecystectomy, that is removal of the gallbladder, is usually considered a safe operation, however there is a small risk of complications associated as is with all procedures. Most of the complications and risks carried by cholecystectomy are minimal and can be reversed or fixed. Long term...

• Rheumatoid Arthritis Sufferers Can Now Live A “Normal” Life

  Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the joints, resulting in pain, stiffness, and inflammation. About 1% of the global population is affected by this disease, out of which 1.3 million individuals are living in the United States alone. ...

• What Happens if I Miss My Baby's Due Date?

  An overdue pregnancy is a pregnancy that continues for more than 42 weeks. Overdue pregnancy is also referred to as post-term or prolonged pregnancy. The cause of overdue pregnancy is still not known. There are cases where it’s because of genetic predisposition. Recurrence of overdue pregnancy is...

• Is Breast Cancer Ever Preventable?

  Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, but there are certain practices that can significantly reduce your risk, even in high-risk women. Many of these practices are easy lifestyle changes for most women. Recent evidence shows that breast cancer will affect 1 in 8 women in the...