Life is full of hazards that can affect our health and well being. It is amazing that most of us are able to hurdle these obstacles and overcome the adversities we are faced with everyday without our bodies succumbing to illness due to these risks and the ever present pressures of life. But we...
Renal failure is a very, very serious kidney disorder. It can be triggered by a number of conditions, and may be temporary or progressive. Fortunately, there are many possible treatments. The kidney—found near the abdomen and the pelvis—are responsible for removing waste and excess water from the...
As the U.S. prepares for a possible second wave of H1N1 or swine flu, Consumer Reports as issued instructions for packing a swine flu survival kit. The report is available in the September 2009 issue of Consumer Reports and online at www.ConsumerReportsHealth.org. In case the second wave of swine...
Anyone who has had an infected sinus will tell you just how painful it can be. It may start out to be a slight discomfort, but if the condition is not treated, the pain can become quite excruciating. To deal with sinus pain, there really isn’t one single medication or treatment. Rather, you will...
A fever is a sign that something is wrong with your body. It is a very common thing and is characterized by higher than normal body temperatures. Other technical terms for fever are pyrexia and controlled hypothermia. When you have a fever, your initial reaction might be to take steps to...
