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Tony Smith feels his hospital abandoned him after canceling his regular pain treatments and refusing to reschedule them. Smith, who lives in the United Kingdom, believes Russells Hall Hospital acted inappropriately. The disabled senior citizen suffers from fibromyalgia, among other health problems, and he is going through withdrawal without his regular treatments.
If your Super Bowl party requires a gluten-free menu safe for celiac disease, there are many options. From chili to cornbread, the food you serve can be healthy and delicious. These ideas will help you put together a menu which leaves guests begging for more.
Stanford-Burnham Medical researchers are getting close to curing baldness using stem cells. The next step is to test the process on humans.
So now that the marketer of the Green Coffee Bean weight loss supplement - Lindsey Duncan - has recently agreed to pay some hefty fines to the FTC for intentionally deceptive marketing practices, here’s a little more about how he duped consumers into buying this bogus weight loss product.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that often prevents people from being able to work. However, obtaining disability is a complicated process, and discrimination claims are a common problem. Attorney Bill Berger has provided his perspective and advice on this complex issue.
Lacey Spears seemed like a concerned mother on social media who was sharing her son’s battle with multiple health problems. However, prosecutors claim she was secretly poisoning her child, lying about his health and sharing the deception on social networks. Her murder trial is uncovering disturbing information about her relationship with her son Garnett-Paul Spears.
A type of marine algae or seaweed called siphonaxanthin has demonstrated an ability to fight fat as well as provide another potential health benefit. What is special about siphonaxanthin?
Options for treating gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD) offer new hope for those suffering from the condition, including FDA-approved generic drugs that provide greater access to healthcare for Americans.
Mariah Crenshaw believes the relationship between Cleveland police and residents is strained. Her own experience with the police led to a lawsuit and a settlement. Crenshaw suffers from fibromyalgia, and she claims her health problems were a joke for the officers who mistreated her in jail.
Mann's Mediterranean Style Snap Pea Sensations are being recalled because the packages contain allergens which are not listed on the label. The bags of snap peas contain undeclared wheat, mustard, sesame and soy, but these ingredients are missing from the label. Consumers are encouraged to discard the items if they are allergic or sensitive to these ingredients.
If you want to boost your memory and learning skills as you age, a new study suggests that maintaining good quality sleep when you're younger can result in better cognitive functioning for up to 28 years as you age.
Treatment with a form of stem cell transplantation in individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis has demonstrated improvements in neurological disability, quality of life, and cognitive function. The new study, which appears in a recent issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association, did not show similar positive results for individuals with secondary progressive MS.
Is there such as thing as calorie-free food? That’s what many food companies want you to believe. But if it’s not true, then how do they get away with it?! Read on and discover the truth about what it really means when that label says “Calorie-free” on it.
When it comes to losing weight, it can be hard to separate myths from facts. For example, does having sex really burn off a lot of calories? Read on and discover what works and what doesn’t from a nutritionist who helps dieters separate fact from fiction.
A new study examined data from The Health Improvement Network (THIN) and found that celiac disease has tripled in U.K. children in the last 20 years. More than 2 million children were in the THIN system, and 1,247 had the disorder. The rate of diagnosis was higher for girls than boys, but there are other issues researchers noticed.
The pet food and treats sitting in your pantry, kitchen shelves or other parts of the house can affect your entire family’s health. It is not just your adorable poodle or Maine Coon who can suffer from medical issues. Pet food can affect people’s lives in more than one way.
The therapeutic benefits of reconnecting with nature are well-documented, and the wilderness can serve as the perfect backdrop for addressing serious psychological and behavioral issues. In recent years, some therapists have decided to take a gentler approach to intervention, and troubled youth is often the target.
MSG (monosodium glutamate) is a controversial food additive commonly used to enhance products by giving them a savory flavor. Although MSG is typically associated with Chinese restaurants, it can be found in a variety of items ranging from canned soup to processed sausages. The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) labels MSG as generally recognized as safe, but there are reports of reactions to the flavor enhancer.
A team of scientists say they have developed a way to stop the process that results in type 1 diabetes. The study, which was conducted using a mouse model, also helped clarify the role of a certain type of T cell in type 1 diabetes.
International researchers are teaming up to explore what factors lead to Crohn's disease. Many questions remain about the autoimmune disorder that is difficult to manage and incurable. Scientists from Canada and Scotland are coordinating efforts to uncover why Crohn's disease is on the rise. The scientists are looking at families for help understanding IBD.
Are you considering asking your physician for a prescription weight loss drug to help you with your weight loss efforts? If so, then read on and discover where you can find a new guide reviewed and published by The Endocrine Society about what weight loss medications you and your physician should consider for treating your obesity.
What defines a person is a runner? Here are eleven interesting signs that prove one's running worth:
Looking for the best smoothie for weight loss? According to research, you will need this one important smoothie ingredient that can lead to significant decreases in body weight and body fat, while at the same time significantly increase your lean body mass for a more shapely you.
Patients diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease often develop scarring that leads to narrowing or stricture of the colon. Researchers recently studied a natural protein that might be developed to help limit the amount of intestinal scarring from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, helping spare patients from the need for surgery.
We often hear about the dangers of drinking and driving, but drinking alcohol and taking prescription drugs is a common and dangerous combination as well. Do you know anyone who is following this harmful habit?
Here are some compelling reasons why Consumer Reports recently advised consumers not to spend their hard-earned dollars on diet pills.
Among the most common wish of people with diabetes is a way to measure blood glucose without needles. A group of nanoengineers has developed a temporary tattoo that could grant that wish, but it’s still in the testing stages.
A man, a plan and a can-do attitude―writer Andy Leeks (with a little help from a nutritionist) came up with a 50-day personal challenge that resulted in his losing 25 pounds in 50 days. Here’s how he did it by taking an unusual approach to common diet plans that dieters use every day.
I have been a lifelong fan of garlic for several reasons, including its reported ability to lower blood pressure and boost the immune system. Although I don’t have hypertension, I know many people who do and so I’m interested in whether one should take garlic to lower blood pressure.
Are you at the point where you are now considering bariatric surgery for weight loss? You might want to stop and consider a new weight loss device recently approved by the FDA that uses pace-maker like implantable electronics to control an important hunger regulating nerve between the stomach and the brain.
