Ashlea Hopkins LCSW

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• Are There Specific Causes of Nasal Congestion?

  We all undergo this feeling when the nose becomes blocked with mucus, making it difficult to even breathe. The feeling is very irritating, as with it comes a number of other secondary symptoms. There are various reasons behind nasal congestion, including the pressure on the sinus points. Some of...

• Woman Diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer at 11, Now 23, Sings at Local Fundraiser

  When people think of cancer, people think of a disease associated with aging. But sometimes, tragedy strikes the younger generations as well. When a child has cancer, it is a much different ballgame. These patients haven't had a full life to live yet. They haven't had a chance to start their own...

• Wartime's Unsung Heroes: Honoring Veteran Military Nurses

  The current world would not be how it existed if it had not gone through wars and battles. In fact, the world has gone through two major globally inflicted wars. The most recent, and hopefully the last, was the Second World War or famously known as World War II (WWII). The war had lasted for six...

• What is Candidal Vaginitis?

  Candidal vaginitis is an infection of the vagina. C. albicans is the major cause; however, yeast and Candida sp are also responsible for this infection. Women account for 15 – 20%, while expectant mothers account for 20 - 40% of candida vaginitis.   Candida vaginitis infection risk factors...

• Researchers Look to Identify Individual Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

  Ovarian cancer is the most common and harmful type of gynecologic cancer. It can affect women of any age; however, it is generally diagnosed after menopause. The greatest risk factors for ovarian cancer are having a family history of ovarian and breast cancer (inherited genes), as well as age (most...

• Does Ketogenic Diet Help to Manage Epilepsy?

  It has been noted in many people that symptoms of epilepsy reduce with fasting. Ketogenic diet is helpful in maintaining the metabolism, including fasting. With ketogenic diets, the body produces a good amount of ketones, which is why it is in the name Ketogenic, meaning generating ketones. Ketones...