Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. It is also the second most common cause of cancer deaths in men and women combined. However, that death rate has been steadily declining over the past few decades and scientists …
Nutrient-dense foods are foods that are high in nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, lean protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates, and are relatively low in calories. These foods are the healthiest to consume, as they provide the most benefits to our bodies. The United States Department of Agriculture states that, “the most nutritious or nutrient-dense …
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The American Lung Association describes Tuberculosis (TB), as “an infectious disease that usually infects the lungs but can attack almost any part of the body.” The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), explains that it is caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis and that there are two types of TB-related conditions: latent TB infection (LTBI) …
Throughout the year, special days have been designated as National HIV/AIDS Awareness Days, as they target vulnerable groups with higher than normal incidence of the disease. By raising awareness, encouraging testing, and treatment, the goal is to save lives through prevention and to minimize the stigma associated with the disease for those already living with …
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Did you know that this week and every 3rd week of March is observed as Poison Prevention Week? This has been a national proclamation from the United States Congress and the President of the United States, initially issued in 1961. President Richard Nixon first signed the Poison Prevention Packaging Act into law in 1970 requiring …
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