Articles related to "Quality Of Life"



Two Heights: Two Worlds - Your Life Held in a Pill's Worth
Anticonvulsants, to someone with seizures, are the equivalent of life preservers to a sailor. You need to educate yourself on what the latest medical breakthroughs for your case are so you can tell your doctor. Your perspective on coping techniques when your life is not perfect is critical.
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Ways You Can Improve Your Quality of Life
The following is a short list of way you can begin to improve your life. The advice given is that of a researcher on Hepatitis C, not a doctor. These tips are to be used in conjunction with your own physicians advice.
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Maquiladoras Affect Quality of Life at Mexico-U.S. Border
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Pets and Cosmetic Surgery
There is a new trend emerging in veterinary medicine – cosmetic surgery! Cosmetic surgery in animals is commonly done to improve appearence and quality of life.
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Mental Health Services Restructuring
Mental health srvices restructuring is occurring across North America and it has generally failed everywhere. This article illustrates why looking at the province of Ontario in particular.
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Creativity and Healing
More and more, the medical field is becoming aware of the damaging effects that stress can have on an individual's health. Through creativity many are finding peace.
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The Last Time We Were Children
Penny Johnson's first book of poetry is a personal exploration of life through the small but significant moments of memory.
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Cat and Dog Euthanasia
The decision to euthanize a family pet is a difficult one. Knowing what to expect may help you through the process.
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Crohn's Disease the personal side...... cont.
Personal stories about Crohn's Disease
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Garden Fresh Super Foods
Read about "superfood" and vegetable nutrition. A high vegetable list rich in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to promote good health, heal and prevent disease.
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Personal Stories from people with Crohn's Disease
Here are a couple of personal stories you may be able to relate to and enjoy reading.
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Stress and Meditation
Meditation and conscious breathing can actually relieve and reduce the body's stress response.
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Book Review - "Bringing Up Ziggy"
An enlightening journey into the lives of a special wonam, her family and a capuchin monkey named Ziggy.
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Taiwan Aboriginal Rights
The west doesn't hold the monopoly on colonisation of indigenous peoples. Taiwan's aborigines suffer the same ravages of invasion as other first nations around the world.
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Who is Monsanto?
A look at Monsanto.
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Alberta's New Cultural Policy
The Spirit of Alberta, the province's new cultural policy, reflects how Albertans define their culture and what is important to them spiritually, economically and more.
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Arthritis and Massage Therapy
Arthritis is a very common chronic condition. Massage therapy can help ease the symptoms and improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.
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Beginning a Fitness Routine
Move out of the ranks of the idle and begin a fitness routine. It's not as hard as you might think. With proper preparation it's a smooth transition from idle to action.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition often associated with use of the hands, can be mild or severe, but it can be treated in various ways.
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Community Gardens
A community garden brings people of all ages and descriptions together. There is no "typical" community garden. Each community garden is as unique as each community...
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Community Gardens Alleviate Hunger
There are many benefits of community gardening such as supplying nutritious food, encouraging community involvement, sharing skills and improving the environment.
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Conscious Simple Living Benefits
How voluntarily living more simply can help reduce poverty by consuming less and contributing more.
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Deal in the Pipeline?
News and notes from around the region
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Dogs are loyal companions
Dogs are known as "man's best friend" and for good reason. They are loyal companions, who can also help alleviate some of their owner's health problems.
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Financial Help for Single Parents
Making ends meet as a single parent can be hard, but knowing where to look for financial help makes a big difference.
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HD Risk Factors = Menopaause
A new study suggests that risk factors associated with heart disease relates to earlier onset of menopause. A converse conclusion could be true.
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Inheriting the Fat Gene
How much of a role does genetics play in obesity? Does inheriting the fat gene make it impossible to achieve a healthy weight?
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Multiple Sclerosis and Fatigue
A major symptom for MS sufferers is fatigue. It can be from the disease itself, or a byproduct of depression.
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Orthorexia Nervosa is an Obsessive Healthy Diet
Considered an eating disorder like anorexia, bulimia and binge eating, orthorexia nervosa takes weight loss goals to the extreme with an obsessive healthy diet.
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Overcoming and Managing Pain
Federal mandates require medical personnel to ask patients about levels and intensity of pain. Treatment must consider patient input.
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The Power of the Mind
Healing of Body, Mind, and Spirit: A new approach to fighting disease
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To Kill a Mocking Leader
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Turn Your TV Off Week
Annual Turn Off Your TV Week happens April 23-29 this year. Read on for some creative and fun ways to pass the time without television.
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Viatical Investments
It's important to know the risks of Viatical Life Settlements before putting your money into this type of investment.
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Water, Get Your Own!
Some ideas for improving your water security
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Women's Status in Medieval Vietnam
Women in southern Vietnam have historically had more opportunities and freedoms than those in Chinese-dominated northern Vietnam.
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A Time To Think About Others
The holiday season is a time for celeberation, but like many others I also find it to be a time for reflection. Amidst the shopping, eating, and visiting, many of us cannot help but look back at the year that has passed and ponder what was, what could have been, and what will be.
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Bipolar Disorder & Prescription Drugs
Bipolar disorder is a psychological illness in which regulation of mood is impaired. This collection of articles covers the highs, lows and medications that moderate.
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Bribery: The Acceptable Crime
Bribery, by any name, is universal. Its styles may be different from place to place, but its substance is always the same.
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CAM and Chemotherapy Side Effects
Some estimates put the use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine as high as 54% of US cancer patients. They use it to decrease nausea, fatigue, anxiety, and pain.
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Choosing an Elder Care Facility
If an aging parent needs more care than the immediate family can give, the right facility can ease concerns about nursing home abuse and neglect by their quality of care.
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Dissertation and Thesis Topics
Choosing a meaningful research topic for your dissertation or master's thesis can be a challenge. Here are some criteria to help you decide.
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Edinburgh Festival
Every year Edinburgh opens its doors to visitors to enjoy the Military Tattoo, the Fringe, Book Festival, International Festival and Film Festival.
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Epilepsy's New Hope
A new surgically-implanted device, now in clinical trials around the country, detects oncoming seizures and then stimulates the brain, stopping a seizure from happening.
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Frankfurt Airport Stopover Guide
Wondering what to do on a stopover at Frankfurt Airport, Germany? Excellent trains make trips to downtown Frankfurt am Main, Mainz, Wiesbaden, and even Cologne possible.
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Get Ready for National Volunteer Week
Join millions across America celebrating National Volunteer Week April 9-15, 2000. Here's some information and a sample proclamation to get you started.
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Getting The Help Needed
Care for the terminally ill patient and their family
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Hudson River Park - NY Times Editorial: The Ebbing Hudson River

Introduction to the 1920s
1920s America: more than sex, drugs and jazz, this era was the real start of the 20th Century.
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Migraine Sufferers Not Receiving Proper Treatment
Migraines are under-diagnosed and under-treated according to a new study conducted for the National Headache Foundation. Yet with the new treatments available, chances of finding an effective one are excellent.
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