Articles related to "Fam"

Whether trying for a baby or trying to avoid pregnancy, many couples are looking for a natural alternative to birth control; Fertility Awareness Method may be it.

Taking Charge of Your Fertility offers the reader great insight on women's reproductive health issues and the fertility awareness method.

It didn't take Golden Globes winner Vicky, Cristina, Barcelona to make the capital of Catalonia a top travel destination - 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites already did that.

Even as more states consider legalizing medical marijuana, scientists debate over the adverse effects of cannabis and its active ingredient, tetrahydrocannabinol.

Barcelona with kids is an exciting and exotic adventure, with architecture that appeals to children and adults alike, festive food and markets, and great attractions.

Urine normally contains a few red blood cells; when three or more cells are seen in a high-power microscopic field, further evaluation is warranted.

Palpitations-- those flutters or other odd sensations in the chest-- are common occurrences in daily life. They are usually benign, but they can indicate serious trouble.

Jala Neti is an ancient technique associated with the practice of Yoga. Modern adherents extol the benefits of sinus irrigation, and research shows they may be right.

Seasonal affective disorder is not a unique mood disorder; rather, it is classified as a form of major depression that recurs at certain times of the year.

R. Kelly sat down with BET's Toure on Monday for his first and last interview about his child pornography trial. But NY DJ Funkmaster Flex was less than amused.

Evening Primrose, a common wildflower, grows in America. Since the beginning of modern history, it has been useful for various symptoms and conditions.

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that can severely disable affected individuals and shorten their lives. Early diagnosis is crucial for proper treatment.

It can be tempting to pop a pimple in hopes of getting rid of it more quickly. Is this a good idea?

The cosmetic disfigurement caused by psoriasis can impact a person's quality of life, but the less familiar arthritis associated with this condition can be crippling.

A child with a persistent or recurrent limp should be medically evaluated to rule out potentially serious problems.

Although anemia is fairly common in older people, it is not a normal consequence of aging. A cause can be found in 80% of elderly individuals.

Athlete's foot, or tinea pedis, can range from mild flaking of the skin to severe inflammation with blistering, itching, and pain. Recurrence is common.

The incidence of malignant melanoma is increasing by 4% per year; nearly 8500 people will die from this disease in 2008. Atypical moles may increase the risk of melanoma.

Babesiosis is lesser-known than most other tick-borne diseases. It may be a co-infecting agent with other organisms transmitted by ticks, and it can remain quiescent.

During the first few weeks of life, a baby's skin can exhibit a variety of rashes that cause concern for parents. Most of these phenomena are benign and transient.

Roughly 25% of all pregnant women experience bleeding or spotting during the first weeks of pregnancy, but most progress to normal deliveries.

Princess Diana's life embodied all of the general catalytic dynamics for the emergence of an eating disorder. More sorrows awaited her as Princess of Wales.

Treatment for pancreatic cancer hasn't changed much in the last two decades. Chances of survival haven't improved much, either.

Cancer screening in an elderly individual must take into account the person's age and life expectancy, any co-existing illnesses, and the risks and benefits of screening.

Night sweating is unpleasant and can affect daily life. There are many causes so it's important to get checked out if you are a sufferer.

Ten years ago, physicians believed that only 1 in 2500 people were afflicted with celiac sprue. We now know that nearly 1 in 100 people suffer from this condition.

Screening colonoscopy has been shown to reduce the risks of developing colon cancer. Polyps that may progress to cancer can be safely removed during this procedure.

Most ingestions of foreign substances by children involve nontoxic material and can be managed at home. However, some familiar items can cause severe poisoning.

Endometriosis may affect nearly one half of women of reproductive age. Diagnosis remains problematic in spite of advances in technology. Treatment must be individualized.

Fetal alcohol syndrome is the most recognizable and well-known disorder on a spectrum of conditions caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Normal infant development involves gaining independence from constant parental care; sleeping through the night is part of this process.

After water, tea is the most frequently consumed beverage in the world. Green tea, in particular, has been recognized as a health tonic for centuries.

Congenital heart defects are common in infants with Down syndrome. Some are amenable to watchful waiting; others require urgent intervention. Knowing the language helps.

Prior to the advent of modern pharmaceuticals, many gastric and duodenal ulcers were successfully treated with herbs.

Lymphomas are a variable group of cancers that arise in lymphatic tissues; two major types - Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma - have been described.

Hereditary hemochromatosis is a common genetic disorder; it usually manifests later in life. Those carrying the gene aren't necessarily affected.

Most people have probably experienced the discomfort of an ingrown toenail. While the topic is mundane, recurrent ingrown nails can significantly impact a person's life.

It's time to give marriage back to the church and get the government back to governing contracts.

The adverse effects of lead exposure have been recognized for generations. Lead poisoning is far from being merely an item of historical interest.

Two years after acute, uncomplicated lumbar disk herniation, there is no difference in outcomes between surgical treatment and conservative management.

Malignant melanoma arises from melanocytes - the cells that give skin its color - and can spread to nearby lymph nodes and, eventually, distant sites in the body.

Mastitis is not uncommon during lactation, and the condition may lead to cessation of breastfeeding. Proper management and counseling allow breastfeeding to continue.

Disorders of skin pigmentation can be cosmetically disfiguring and embarrassing. Melasma often affects pregnant women, but it is found in other people, too.

Meningitis is an infection of the brain and the membranes around it. A variety of organisms can be the cause, but meningococcus is one of the most common--and frightening

Long useful for treating various cancers, radiation therapy is also notorious for causing undesirable side effects. Advances in technology are improving its reputation.

Polymyalgia rheumatica and temporal arteritis probably represent two facets of the same inflammatory disorder; distinguishing between them is important, however.

The emotional impact of discipline on teenagers can have unintended side effects. Parents can take steps to reduce negative self-image, anger and other problems.

Exposure to chickenpox during pregnancy can cause serious problems for infants of non-immune mothers. Serologic tests for immunity can allay many fears.

Dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke occur on a spectrum of heat-related illness. Heatstroke, the most severe of these conditions, is avoidable.

Up to 60% of autopsies on men aged 60 to 90 years show evidence of prostate cancer. Early detection and treatment of this disease have not yet shown substantial benefit.