Diabetes is the seventh most leading cause of death amongst people all over the world. Today, there are millions of males, females and even children who are suffering from diabetes. World Diabetes Day (WDD) is a primary global awareness campaign which happens every year in the month of November. This campaign led under the supervision of International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is a movement that is aimed to create awareness amongst people regarding... 

Heart attack is the leading cause of death worldwide. In the U.S. itself, more than one million people have a heart attack every year and about half of these people die. Mortality rate of this condition is high as most people do not seek heart attack treatment on time. This may be because most men are not aware about the symptoms that may indicate a likely onset of this condition. Moreover, heart attack symptoms are more often ignored by people as... 

According to a top industry expert, the generic drugs market in the U.S. would further flourish in the coming four years. This is because more brand name medications will be made available as lower-cost generics. Since several well-known drugs are about to lose their U.S. patent protection between 2011-2014, generic drugs market is expected to see a tremendous growth. This would also help the U.S health healthcare system to save a massive $70 billion... 

Arthritis is a common ailment that haunts many men as they reach their middle age. The unbearable aches, pains, and twinges in the joints leave them almost incapacitated. Sometimes, the pain is so excruciating that the person is unable to walk a few meters. Worst of all, the thoughts of being virtually immobilized due to the pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints make the person suffering from Arthritis furious and frustrated. Usually, arthritis... 

A lot of research and studies are underway determining the best weight loss plan, weight loss pills or weight loss foods, which can help people to cut the extra pounds. A number of weight loss diets have already gained prominence, for instance, a low-carb and a low-fat diet. However, not every individual who wanted to lose weight has gained from such a weight loss diet. Hence, studies and research continue to find out the best weight loss plan that... 

It has become a routine for many to sit in front of computer and stare at monitor endlessly. Reasons – office work, chatting, or for passing time. However no matter for what purpose you are continuously looking on the screen, there are some risks involved with prolonged use of computer. The list given below would help you to identify and prevent the most common problems: Contact stress Lack of organization Repetitive work Posture Uncomfortable... 

Egg allergy is the most common form of food allergy especially among children. People suffering from it become hypersensitive to dietary substance from the whites or the yolk of eggs. Simply put, when people allergic to egg consume this foodstuff, their immune system overreacts. This may give rise to some physical symptoms that are grave in nature.  In children, egg allergy is the second most common form of food allergy after cow’s milk allergy.... 

Time to get proactive, early detection is the only way to treat this terrible disease. Ignorance is sometimes not bliss!!! Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) referred to as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) in America is organized every October to promote the awareness of breast cancer. It is an international health campaign designed with the purpose to: 1. share information on breast cancer 2. raise funds in order to carry out further... 

It is going to be very tough for many users, about 4.5 billion social media users, to stay away from social networking websites for one day. On 1st November, 40 autism charities and a team of celebrities worldwide would join forces to launch a global campaign to raise awareness and dollars for a common cause in support of the people with autism. The shutdown will be for 24 hours. Charities working for autistic people all over the world have come... 

According to some studies, around 60,000 Americans are dying every year due to bacterial pneumonia.  Bacterial pneumonia not only infects infants easily but also elderly people. But a few precautionary measures would prevent this disease. Read this article and learn how to fend yourself from this deadly disease… Bacterial Pneumonia Causes Bacterial pneumonia is caused by bacterial infection in the lungs. Besides bacteria, pneumonia results due... 

Did you read about Julie Whitehead, of Hinton Manor Lane setting up   regular laughter classes in the town. She is going to teach the concept of laughing yoga to people. It is all about de-stressing and having fun. When we laugh cortisol goes down and the happy hormones – the endorphins – come up. Laughter has been proved to have health benefits for people both old and young, do you know why ……here are some reasons. • Laughter... 

Do you know how to burn calories and loose weight? One pound of fat equals 3500 calories and if you are aiming to lose one pound in a week then you have to either plan to burn 3500 more calories by dieting or through increased activity or decreased eating or both. It’s quite sensible to loose around 1-2 pounds of fat a week by planning a combination of increased activity and eating less so that you can reduce 3500 calories in 7 days. Plan your goal:... 

Do you want to have fun while toning your body? Are you tired of the machine work outs in air conditioned gyms? Here is a great way to loose fat and tone your legs. It’s something you have forgotten after you left the carefree days of childhood to tackle the responsibilities of older people life. Have you guessed what I am talking about? Well I am talking about the ‘cycle’, one of the most beloved things from school days. Now if going to the... 

The swine outbreak continues to haunt us; you may have many questions regarding travel and health. Warnings stating that individuals are susceptible to be infected by the flu at crowded places surely make us wonder if it is safe to travel by air. Let us take a look at some of our questions answered by Dr. Mark Gendreau, senior staff physician and vice chair of emergency medicine at Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Mass., and assistant professor of emergency... 

I love the spring and summer season coz I am very much the outdoors person and I think this is the real fun season with lots of barbecues, pool parties, and picnics. It is the warmest of all seasons and has the shortest nights and longest days; so you can plan to do a lot of fun things and take advantage of the long sultry days. There is nothing more pleasant than sitting idly on the beach and sipping your favorite fruit juice. There are some lovely...