The swine flu, H1N1, is getting ready to strike full force. As more and more people grow careless, the virus spreads its evil tentacles and prepares to launch a frightening pandemic that threatens to cause severe social, health and economic consequences. This particular strain of virus is … [Read more...] about Help stop H1N1
Health Issues
How does the flu lead to pneumonia?
The flu is in the news. Not because anyone really cares about people with body aches or fever. What makes this swine flu news-worthy is that it kills. Or better put, it leads to pneumonia which kills. But how, you ask? The influenza virus, responsible for the flu, infects cells in your respiratory … [Read more...] about How does the flu lead to pneumonia?
Dental hygiene and the flu
I received this great article that illustrates the importance of dental hygiene to prevent the flu and the spread of disease. We all know that brushing your teeth is important for your teeth but according to the Dental Smiles Unlimited team good dental hygiene is also important to your health, … [Read more...] about Dental hygiene and the flu
Marijuana and Psychosis
Back many years ago I drank too much and I smoked marijuana. Those days are far behind me now but I was always intrigued with and remain intrigued by the health affects as well as the drawbacks of marijuana use and mental health. As anyone that has used marijuana can tell you the mental effects … [Read more...] about Marijuana and Psychosis
Causes of Hip Pain
As we all get older we fight with aches and pains but for many people the biggest problem is hip pain. As you may be aware hip replacements are one of the top surgeries for people in their 30s and 40s even though we associate people that are much older with hip replacement surgery. So what are … [Read more...] about Causes of Hip Pain
