Kicking Cancer: Understanding The Treatment Process

Posted on: 8 September 2021

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex autoimmune condition that damages the myelin sheath, which allows the conduction of nerve impulses. When the sheath is damaged, nerves have difficulties sending impulses that are responsible for many bodily functions. The earlier the condition can be diagnosed and treated, the better the chance at managing the condition and slowing the progression. Symptoms MS can be difficult to diagnose, especially since it may cause an array of symptoms that might come and go and do not point to a single condition.
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Posted on: 6 August 2021

Suffering from seasonal allergies can affect your quality of life. Often, you may even be reluctant to leave the house at certain times of the year because your symptoms get worse when you go outside. While you should always seek help from your family doctor or an allergy specialist, a visit to your local pharmacy can also help you to deal with the difficult symptoms of your allergies. Browse the aisles to look for the following products, and don't be afraid to ask the pharmacist or one of their assistants for help if you're unsure about something you need to buy.
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Posted on: 6 July 2021

Although the general guidelines for colorectal cancer screenings state screenings should begin at age 45, there are several reasons you should have colorectal screenings before you reach this age. Here are just three reasons to schedule an earlier screening.  1. Family History One of the challenging aspects of having a family history of colorectal cancer is that not everyone knows their family history on both sides. Additionally, in previous decades, it was common for people to die from cancer of unknown origin simply because the diagnostic tools were not available to pinpoint the cause of death.
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Posted on: 7 June 2021

There are many different dental issues that can cause you to need a tooth extraction. While many times it is possible to do a tooth extraction with a simple process that involves numbing the area, there are other times when the extraction needs to be done surgically. If you have a dental issue and you feel it may require a surgical extraction, then here are some things you will want to know: 
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