Allergy can be described as a malfunction of the human immune system causing a violent reaction against normally harmless substances in our natural environment. In this context, such substances are generally referred to as “allergens”. The reaction creates an inflammation which, in turn, can lead to a variety of symptoms such as hay fever, eczema, […]
Face Contusion is bruising of skin and underlying tissues of the face caused by a direct blow. Contusions cause bleeding from ruptured small capillaries that allow blood to infiltrate muscles, tendons or other soft tissue. The face is particularly vulnerable to contusion because skin is so close to hard, underlying bone. (Note: Contusions and other […]
I spent the weekend hosting a walking event for 2000 walkers from around the world. My chief assistants both have a very nasty cold, and one had to take Sunday off she is so sick. How could I protect myself and the public? Hand washing and Sanitizing Most cold and flu viruses are spread by […]
Boils on Face Boils affect people of all ages and conditions, including young children. If a child is affected by a boil near the nose or mouth area, consult their pediatrician as these types of infections can lead to blood poisoning which can potentially affect the child’s brain. The doctor can check and treat the […]
What Are Microorganisms? Microorganisms (Latin micro = small) are living beings so small (< 40 µm or 0.04 mm) that they are not visible by the naked eye. Microorganisms related to human health include certain bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Synonyms: microbes, germs, bugs. Types of Microorganisms Microorganisms can be, according to their characteristics, divided into several groups: bacteria, viruses, certain fungi, and parasites pathogenic […]
Human Intestinal Worms – Symptoms, Pictures, Treatment What Are Intestinal Worms (Helminths)? Human intestinal worms are parasites that live in the human intestine, eat bowel content, or suck blood from the intestinal wall. Intestinal worms may cause a severe, life-threatening infection, predominantly in children in tropical and subtropical areas where people often defecate on the […]
Preventing skin aging from extrinsic factors is quite simple: Stay out of the sun when its rays are strongest: between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m Avoid tanning beds If in the sun, use broad spectrum sun protection of at least SPF15 20 minutes BEFORE exposure and reapply after swimming or sweating. Wear Protective clothing in […]
For many centuries people of China used green tea for treating various diseases. However with the advancement of time, today people of west use green tea, realizing its several benefits. Green Tea has long been esteemed in China for its involvement to good health. Fame of Green tea in the United States persists to develop, […]
Nails Nails are one of the last parts of our body to receive blood and nutrients during times of illness. Therefore, nail appearance is a signal of vitamin or mineral deficiency or body changes. But that’s not the whole story. How you take care of your nails is also important. Our nails are colorless and […]