MEDICINE & HEALTH

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Can You 'Catch' Cancer or Obesity from Other People?

Noncommunicable diseases cannot be passed between people — or can they? People during the early years were plagued by tuberculosis infections, malaria, constant syphilis outbreaks and wounds that were laced with bacteria and never healed.
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Menopause Can Start Earlier Than You Think: Here's What You Need To Know

What is perimenopause and how do you treat it? If you have not heard of the term perimenopause, you are not alone. Dr. Jennifer Payne, director of the Women's Mood Disorders Center at Johns Hopkins University said that often when women talk about going through menopause, what they are really talking about is perimenopause, which is a transitional stage during which the body is preparing to stop ovulating.
How To Prepare For Plastic Surgery - Steps And A Checklist

How To Prepare For Plastic Surgery - Steps And A Checklist

Plastic surgery has become a mainstay in our culture. The fact that it is so extensively performed, available and advertised has made it easy to consider when concerns about aging or not looking as youthful as you’d desire becomes an issue. More than that, the widespread acceptance of plastic surgery procedures mean that everyone can opt to have surgery to fulfill a personal desire without fear of any judgment. If you have decided to have that so-wished-for procedure, you should have an initial consultation with your surgeon to ascertain that there is a coincidence between their point of view and yours as to the actual procedure and its results. Take advantage of this initial interview to have all your questions answered. If you fear you might forget important doubts, write them down. Here are some ideas of questions that may ease your mind:
5 Benefits to IV Therapy

5 Benefits to IV Therapy

You have seen the billboards on the highway and noticed advertisements in your local shopper for IV therapy. You may have wondered exactly what it is and if it might be right for you. Hospitals have used IV therapy forever to treat patients for dehydration and pain. Recently, individual companies offering at-home IV therapy have emerged. The therapy is great for supplementing your diet with any nutrients it may lack. It is also a way to get some quick energy. There are several main benefits to IV therapy.
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Fish Oil Supplements Tied to Sperm Health

A large observational study out of Denmark has linked fish oil supplements with improved semen quality and testicular function in healthy men.
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Less Active Infants Had Greater Fat Accumulation, Study Finds

The study could shed light on the link between infant physical inactivity and childhood obesity. Less physical activity for babies that are below one year old may lead to more fat accumulation, which in turn may turn into obesity later in life, according to a study that was led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
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The Signs a Testosterone Booster is Needed

As a common male health issue, there are many people who would like help addressing this issue. As people age, their bodies start to change. This includes issues related to hormones.
The Most Common Bone Fractures in Adults

The Most Common Bone Fractures in Adults

Every year, about 6.8 million fractures occur in the United States. There are plenty of different types of fractures or breaks, and they can be caused by falls, osteoporosis, or repetitive motion. The likelihood of certain fractures occurring is different depending on your age and gender-men are more likely to experience a fracture than women. If you're concerned about breaking a bone and having to visit Southgate Healthcare in Carneys Point, NJ, here are the most common fractures you could experience as an adult.
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