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High BPA Could Damage Heart

Feb
21

Date: February 21st, 2013

The bisphenol A also known as BPA is present in most consumer products such in food cans where it’s used as an internal aluminum covering. According to the recent findings, it’s been noted that BPA has a tendency of disrupting human metabolism.

Improving Psychological Well

Feb
20

Date: February 20th, 2013

The concept of psychological wellness improvement has further been supported as there is evidence that the same hobby can help lower blood pressure thus restoring the overall well-being of the person. It is possible that musicians have lower blood pressure than none musicians according to this study.

US Health Gap

Feb
19

Date: February 19th, 2013

Well, a report that was sought by the US government does not depict any single factor on the same, however, the complaints are still on the rise and much more details are needed to support the theory. It is affirmed that the US is the leading spender on healthcare than any other country in the world.

Have An ER Visit

Feb
18

Date: February 18th, 2013

Autism children visits to hospital can be connected to psychiatric reasons since the study pointed out that various severe behaviors were as a result of continued aggression that caused the emergency visits. According to the research group that published those findings, it was reported that there was a likelihood of the victims to be taken into the psychiatric ward if their health insurance were private instead of the normal medical assistance.

Lower BMI Protects Acne

Feb
17

Date: February 17th, 2013

Hereditary factors are particularly common such as in areas where the child takes after the parents. In all, in a recent study from the journal of the American academy dermatology, the article showcased ways in which family history can impact an individual negatively in terms of acne. Other factors elaborated in the findings include personal habits, dietary factors among others.

Childhood Intelligence

Feb
16

Date: February 16th, 2013

Up to 15 percent of adults are affected by this condition which has also been referred to as a musculoskeletal problem. According to the research findings, it was reported that the condition is further associated with women as well as those people that come from lower family backgrounds. The end results of this condition are not just associated to people coming from socioeconomic backgrounds but has been linked to fibromyalgia, which is a chronic disorder that has also been said to affect more than five million Americans.

Right Amount of Sleep

Feb
15

Date: February 15th, 2013

The parents were to collect information about their children’s sleeping patterns. Kids of different races and ethnicity were included in the study. The study suggested that one-year kids sleep for about 12 -14 hours for a day. From 2-3 years slept for less than 12 hours. At the age of 4-8 years, the sleeping hours are reduced to 10 hours per day. Upon reaching their teens, they started sleeping only 8 hours per 24 hours section.

Heart Care

Feb
14

Date: February 14th, 2013

Heart diseases cut short the lifespan of many people. Sometimes, one could suffer heart failure while very far from a hospital. This becomes very dangerous for the victim and if first aid is not administered quickly, they could die. Many types of equipment have been manufactured to control and manage heart conditions. They include drugs and electrical devices. It was with medical technology advancement that the heart monitor was born.

Pediatrician Organizations

Feb
13

Date: February 13th, 2013

Pediatrician organization campaigns for the rightful measures that parents should take in avoiding the use of the possible pesticides near their home area. Children love playing their games in dangerous places. This leaves them at a high risk with the pesticides. Pesticides are everywhere and kids can get them from air, from the ground and from their food. Kids will eat and touch anything they come across their playground.

The West Nile Virus

Feb
12

Date: February 12th, 2013

The WN, albeit seasonal, is a serious illness in North America. In the USA alone, it is all over more than 42 states. It is reportedly rampant during summer but continues falling as other seasons usher in.