Family, Children & Elderly
Tay Sachs Disease: What are its Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment?
By S.I. (staff writer), published on January 14, 2024
What is Tay Sachs Disease?
Tay Sachs Disease is a rare genetic disorder characterized by neurological problems. It is caused by the absence of an enzyme that degrades fatty substances [1]. The fatty substances accumulate to toxic levels in the bra...
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Aging Gracefully: Tips and Strategies for Maintaining Physical and Mental Health
By M.M. (staff writer), published on October 07, 2023
Aging Gracefully: Tips and Strategies for Maintaining Physical and Mental Health
Aging is a natural process that comes with its unique challenges. However, with the right strategies and mindset, you can age gracefully while maintaining your physic...
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Rickets: What are its Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment?
By S.I. (staff writer), published on June 14, 2023
What is Rickets?
Rickets is a disorder that affects bones of the young children. It is caused by vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate deficiency. These nutrients are essential for the normal growth and development of the skeletal system. A deficiency ...
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Subfertility: What are its symptoms, Causes, and Treatment?
By S.I. (staff writer), published on April 03, 2023
What is Subfertility?
Subfertility is a medical condition in which an individual has difficulty conceiving a child. It is the reduced fertility due to any reason [1]. Physical, hormonal, or genetic issues can be the possible causes of subfertility...
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Contraception: How it Works, and What are its Types?
By S.I. (staff writer), published on March 31, 2023
What is Contraception?
Contraception, also known as birth control, prevents pregnancy [1] through various methods such as barrier methods, hormonal methods, intrauterine devices, and sterilization [2]. The goal of contraception is to allow individ...
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Nutrition for Seniors
By M.M. (staff writer), published on January 17, 2022
Nutrition for Seniors
Our bodies change as we grow old, resulting in different nutritional needs compared to babies. Change in age greatly affects how your body processes food, thus influencing your dietary wants and appetite. Therefore, consideri...
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Edema In Old Age
By H.S. (staff writer), published on September 25, 2021
Sometimes, older people experience swelling in their body parts which can be uncomfortable. In medical terms, this swelling is known as edema. When the body tissues become filled up due to the trapped excessive fluid, this condition is called edema o...
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Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) For Premature Babies
By H.S. (staff writer), published on September 21, 2021
Nutrition plays a life-saving role in our lives. The fetus also requires nutrients for its complete growth and development in the intrauterine environment. These nutrients come from the mother’s womb inside a secured environment. Premature birt...
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Neonatal Jaundice
By H.S. (staff writer), published on August 26, 2021
Neonatal jaundice, also called newborn jaundice, usually occurs within two weeks after birth. Neonatal jaundice affects 60% to more than 90% of infants worldwide. Mostly, babies with neonatal jaundice do not need any treatment, but if jaund...
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Progressive Drug Use In Children
By H.S. (staff writer), published on August 22, 2021
The legalization of marijuana has increased the chances for teens to be subjected to progressive drugs use. Many research studies have reported that teenagers initiate their drug use with marijuana and progress towards substance abuse problems.
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BABY DIARRHEA AND DEHYDRATION
By A.A. (staff writer), published on July 07, 2021
The feelings of diarrhea are never a great thing, but it may be especially dangerous for a baby or toddler. Children or infants are at danger of dehydration if their loose, watery stools linger more than a day. Dehydration is the loss of importa...
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VITAMINS FOR KIDS
By A.A. (staff writer), published on July 04, 2021
It's essential for kids to obtain adequate vitamins and minerals as they grow to maintain their health. A healthy diet provides enough nutrition for most children, but in some cases, children may require supplementation with vitamins or minerals....
