There are few diseases more frightening than lung cancer, which tends to strike individuals exposed to dangerous air pollutants, that can eventually lead to a situation where the patient struggles with every breath. To better understand lung cancer, let’s take a look at some of this scary diseases’ most prevalent causes and risk factors.
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Most times, dry mouth is due to something simple, like dehydration or weather. However, if you’re constantly plagued with dry mouth regardless of the season and how much fluids you drink, it could be a sign of a more serious condition.
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While brain tumors in dogs are relatively rare, such a diagnosis is a sad and troubling situation for any pet owner. Veterinary research suggests that while causes can be identified in some cases, most canine brain tumors occur spontaneously for no identifiable reason. When causes can be ascertained, they are usually due to environmental and/or […]
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We look into the variety of factors that can cause lymphedema damage along with the most common symptoms to be mindful of.
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Cancer is a formidable foe, and it sometimes can make the brightest personalities feel dark. However, despite about 350,000 Americans being diagnosed with cancer each year (according to the Huffington Post), there’s still hope for many patients thanks to new treatments and a positive outlook. Meanwhile, in Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society has declared April […]
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So you’ve received a clean bill of health from your oncologist…congratulations! The biggest hurdle has been cleared, but there’s still some adjusting to do. Namely, getting back to everyday life after the chemotherapy, radiation and lifestyle adjustments. Getting back to normal following cancer can be considered from physical and mental standpoints. You may be dealing […]
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