A diagnosis of diabetes can have a wide impact on one’s life as dietary restrictions and swift lifestyle changes are often necessary for survival. One of the most frustrating implications are the sexual and emotional issues that may affect your intimate relationship and self-esteem. The American Diabetes Association acknowledges that these are real issues that …
Since 1970, the month of January has been observed as, National Blood Donor Month. The American Red Cross (ARC) sponsored campaign, “recognizes the lifesaving contribution of blood and platelet donors.” According to the ARC, more than 13,000 donations are needed daily to meet the demands of the 2,600 hospitals, clinics, and cancer clinics nationwide that …
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July is National Cord Blood Awareness Month. According to the American Pregnancy Association, cord blood is “the blood that remains in the umbilical cord and placenta following birth.” This blood can either be discarded or the mother can choose to bank it for later use for herself, the baby, or to be donated to another …
According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), “The overall function of the immune system is to prevent or limit infection.” Amid this COVID-19 pandemic, the global human community is under attack from a single virus. There is no vaccine nor cure for this novel coronavirus yet, and the symptoms vary from …
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The American Cancer Society defines pancreatic cancer as, “a type of cancer that starts in the pancreas.” It was predicted that 2019 would see a 2% rise in pancreatic cancer rates as more than 56,700 Americans would be diagnosed with the disease. Among them, was popular game show host Alex Trebek whose diagnosis has raised …