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Secondhand Smoke Increases Risk for Sinus Problems
If you come from a home of smokers or you frequent places that are smoky, you may be at higher risk for sinus problems such as sinusitis according to a new study.
While researchers know that secondhand smoke can have detrimental effects on lungs and lead to cancer, the impact that it has on people’s sinus’ [...]
Seasonal Allergies – Q&A
11. April 2010
Q.What are seasonal allergies?
A.Seasonal allergies are those which occur at the beginning of or during a certain season. The two most common time periods for seasonal allergies are spring and autumn.
Q.It’s easy to understand why allergies occur in the spring, but why is autumn a time for seasonal allergies?
A. In the fall, certain plants [...]
Allergy Headaches
10. April 2010
Headaches caused by the body’s reaction to an allergy trigger differ from other types of headaches. They may feel just as bad as headaches caused by tension or illness, but they can be treated differently and may even be avoided altogether.
The symptoms of allergy headaches may mimic those of a sinus headache. The pain may [...]
Is it Sinus or is Something Else Causing My Headaches?
5. March 2010
Sinus headaches occur as a result of fluid buildup in the sinus cavities of the face and head. The excess fluid exerts pressure on nerve endings, causing pain. Sinus cavities are located in the forehead and nose area of the face. Because of their location, it is not unusual to feel the pain of sinus headaches [...]
Continue reading...Pets on Board: Allergy and Anaphylaxis Risk
2. March 2010
Some airlines have started allowing pets on board in the passenger cabin area. While many people wouldn’t think this would be a problem as long as they are kept secure and quiet, it can pose a huge issue for people with allergies.
Individuals who are allergic to animals may start to feel symptoms within a matter [...]
Seasonal Allergies 101
22. February 2010
Seasonal allergies are exactly what they sound like: allergies that occur or worsen during a particular season. And, just like the seasons are different in weather and other factors, so, too are the triggers for seasonal allergies.
Spring and summer is the time when spring flowers are blooming, trees are budding, grass is growing and spring [...]
Children Susceptible to Allergies, Asthma and Skin Rashes When Living Near Major Roads
12. February 2010
As you’re contemplating where to raise your family, you may want to consider major roads that run past the home. These major roads can cause health problems in your children that could last a lifetime.
In a new study by Joachim Hienrich from the German Research Center for Environment and Health at the Institute of Epidemiology [...]
Allergic Reaction to Mobile Phones Causes Skin Rash
10. February 2010
If you have a mysterious skin rash on your cheek, ear or fingers, you may be experiencing a newly recognized skin rash called “mobile phone dermatitis”.
The British Association of Dermatologists are the first to start spreading this new information about the side effects of long term cell phone usage. It’s believed that the culprit for [...]
Britney Murphy’s Cause of Death Pneumonia: Learn About Pneumonia Symptoms
4. February 2010
On December 20, 2009, a star was lost. A report released today indicates that Britney Murphy primarily died of pneumonia and drug intoxication. She also had a heart murmur and was iron deficient. Since she was just 32 years of age, people everywhere can take this tragedy as a lesson in understanding pneumonia symptoms and [...]
Continue reading...Benefits of Mental Health Counseling
1. February 2010
Everyone goes through difficult times in life. What’s important is that people get through this tough times effectively and in a healthy way. While many people can recover from trauma well with no after effects, other people need more help to move on and lead a healthy and happy life. This is when mental health [...]
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19. April 2010
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