Endometriosis

This week we have examined the condition called endometriosis, which affects 6-7% of the female population in America. Endometriosis is characterized by severe pain in the pelvic area most associated with the menstrual cycle. In conjunction with the pain, it is estimated that 30-40% of women with endometriosis have difficulty getting pregnant. This week’s feature …

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What Are the Dangers of Acupuncture?

Guest Answer: The dangers of acupuncture are greatest when needles are re-used without sterilization, because they can spread diseases such as hepatitis. Injuries can result to internal organs if needles are pushed too deeply into the body. Acupuncture is dangerous for people with osteoporosis or spine injuries because of the strong pressure it exerts on …

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Increasing Employee Productivity

Management style is the most important factor to consider when attempting to increase employee productivity. Employees that feel valued are more productive and tend to remain with an employer. Accordingly, the bottom line can be affected by the human factors of management, due to both employee performance and retention. A few suggested practices for achieving …

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May 15

Acid Reflux at a Glance

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Acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease is characterized by the weakening of the sphincter. As a result of this, enzymes and acids from the stomach flow backwards until they reach the throat, producing a sour and bitter taste in the mouth. Heartburn is one of the most common symptoms of acid reflux. 7% of Americans …

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Mar 14

Nightmares

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For several years, I occasionally have a nightmare with the recurrent theme of being caught in a tornado.  I always awake breathless, with butterflies in my stomach, wondering what induced this particular nightmare once again.  Needless to say, I put my research boots on and started to wade through all of the studies on the …

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Feb 25

Is Sleepwalking a Sleep Disorder?

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What is Sleepwalking? Sleepwalking is not the physical performance of a dream or nightmare. Sleepwalking is a sleep disorder, which often occurs before the rapid eye movement, REM, cycle of sleep. Most sleepwalking is not harmful, just a few steps around the bedroom. Some witnesses of sleepwalking have reported the sleepwalker often misses furniture and …

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