Potential Advances in Cancer Treatment

Posted on: 6 March 2017

Each year, about 454 out of every 100,000 people develop cancer, and about 171 out of every 100,000 people die from cancer, which means almost 40 percent of people will develop cancer at some time during their lives. This makes it very important to develop new treatments to help limit the mortality rate from cancer. Thankfully, scientists are stepping up to the plate and coming up with newer and better ways to treat cancer, including combining new approaches with older treatments. [Read More]

Could Your Infant's Constant Crying Be The Result Of Acid Reflux?

Posted on: 2 March 2017

If you've ever found yourself battling heartburn after a night of too many hot wings and beer, you understand firsthand the pain and discomfort that can be caused by acid reflux. For babies dealing with this condition, without the knowledge of how it's caused or how to fight it, it can be even more debilitating -- and you may find yourself crying right alongside your inconsolable baby in exhaustion. How can you tell whether your baby's constant crying is due to reflux problems or some other issue? [Read More]

7 Natural Ingredients That Help Relieve Pain

Posted on: 27 February 2017

Whether you're in search of mild topical pain relievers to use alone or in tandem with an established pain management, you may be wondering if preparations are available using natural ingredients such as herbs. Fortunately, you're in luck -- a variety of herbs have passed the test of time and are still in use today as pain relievers. Following are seven of them. Slippery Elm Native Americans have been using slippery elm as a pain relief aid for centuries. [Read More]

Blurred Vision: Can Vision Therapy Help You Overcome It?

Posted on: 1 December 2016

Most people only experience blurred vision for a short time, such as when they become overly tired or develop a hangover after drinking too much. But for some people, blurred vision is something that happens to them all the time. Nothing relieves the problem, including taking a nap or resting their eyes. If you experience blurred vision that seems to get worse instead of get better, keep reading. Here are things that can cause blurred vision and the steps you can take to treat your condition. [Read More]