Understanding Radiation Therapy Types

Posted on: 18 November 2016

If you learn that you need radiation therapy as part of your cancer treatment, you'll also soon discover that not all radiation therapy treatments are the same. There are many different types of treatment, and your treatment plan could utilize one or a combination of many different kinds in order to be most effective. Here are the most common types of therapy and how they might be used. External Beam Radiation
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Sewing Without Pain: Preventing And Treating Carpal Tunnel

Posted on: 20 October 2016

If you're an avid sewer, you should know that carpal tunnel syndrome is common in people who spend a lot of time at the sewing machine or using a hand needle. It's delicate, repetitive work that can exacerbate compression of the median nerve in your wrist. You'll find it increasingly difficult to sew without pain unless you take active measures to prevent and treat carpal tunnel while it is still a minor issue.
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The Correlations Between Obesity And Heart Health

Posted on: 3 October 2016

Being overweight tends to be very common in today's world, yet it is not a healthy way to live. A recent study concluded that obesity is tied to more chronic illnesses than smoking, and this shows how consequential obesity is. Among all the issues obesity can lead to, heart problems are at the top of the list. Carrying around a lot of extra weight is hard on your heart, and here are a few things you should know about this.
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How to Make a Manzanita Plant Ointment for Naturally Treating Poison Ivy Rash

Posted on: 28 April 2016

When warm weather appears each year, many people venture into the wild outdoors and enjoy a variety of activities; hiking, fishing, boating, and camping are just a few of the many pastimes that engage millions of Americans. Unfortunately, along with the fun comes a formidable opponent that can take away the joy and make affected individuals miserable for days or weeks at a time: a rash-inducing, toxic oil called urushiol that is contained in poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac.
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