WEDNESDAY, July 2 (HealthDay News) — Millions of Americans are afflicted by breakouts of unsightly cold sores, caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus, but new research is finally offering them the possibility of a cure.
Scientists at Duke University say they’ve unlocked the mystery of how herpes simplex 1 slips into dormancy and stays dormant […]
In California, marijuana is supposed to be prescribed only to people suffering from life-threatening conditions but David Willis finds the reality is quite different.
A Google search revealed plenty of options.
I had typed in medicinal marijuana + Los Angeles and within seconds there was practically smoke coming out of the back of my computer.
Among the seemingly […]
WILMINGTON, Del., April 21 /PRNewswire/ — For men tired of taking drugs for the common, and often devastating, medical condition of erectile dysfunction, The Penis Diet offers an informative how-to solution encompassing a safe, natural wellness plan and positive lifestyle changes to enhance performance for the long term.
For men who are not quite convinced that […]
TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwire - April 14, 2008) - Spring is in the air, and instead of cleaning the house, a new survey shows Canadians should be thinking about sprucing up their daily routine. The survey, conducted on behalf of the Canadian Diabetes Association, shows Canadians may not be as healthy as they think, and could be […]
Although scientists still puzzle over why sleep is necessary, one thing is certain: We cannot survive more than a few weeks without it. When we are denied good, restful, sustained sleep on a regular basis, our brains falter in concentration, learning, memory and alertness. That’s no matter how much coffee you might guzzle.
Most adults require […]
While there is no fountain of youth for the brain, neuroscience provides evidence for the next best thing. There are lots of things you can do right now to preserve, protect and enhance your gray matter. One hint: If you’re already a devotee of a heart-healthy lifestyle, you’re way ahead of the game. What’s good […]
New studies suggest that the soothing beverage may help stabilize blood sugar levels and even protect against osteoporosis, in addition to its well-touted cardiovascular benefits.
Rooibos
Made from the South African red bush plant, with a sweet, nutty flavor, it’s rich in several rare polyphenols that have potent antioxidant and cancer-fighting power, according to a report from […]
Microsoft® HealthVaultTM is designed to put you in control of your health information. A free HealthVault account helps you collect, store and share information with family members and gives you a choice of applications and devices to help manage your fitness, diet and health.
HealthVault isn’t just a Web site - it’s the hub of a […]
ST. LOUIS, Feb. 20 /PRNewswire/ — For the past 27 years, Deborah Kuehnel, founder of The Eating Disorder Recovery Center in St. Louis, Missouri, has specialized in the treatment of eating disorders. Due to our growth, the EDRC announces the establishment of a not-for-profit foundation. The board of directors has chosen the name […]
New York (PRWEB) February 7, 2008 — Johns Hopkins Health Alerts has just released a new free special report on memory loss and aging to help answer two common concerns as we live longer than ever before:
* Does memory loss signal the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, or another form of […]