What You Need To Know About Colon Cancer

According to the American Cancer Society, the third most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in the United States is colon cancer. In fact, nearly 137,000 people are estimated to get diagnosed with this type of cancer and just over 50,000 are expected to die from it. While these are some pretty grim statistics, the good news is there are some things you can to prevent colon cancer and there are also some effective forms of treatment available.

Never Wake Up Rested? You Might Have Sleep Apnea

Plenty of people struggle with getting enough sleep, but if you're spending enough time in bed and still wake up tired, you might have a different problem. Being tired all the time even when you've slept the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep is a bad sign and could indicate that you are suffering from sleep apnea. This guide will explain what sleep apnea is, its symptoms, and what you should do if you think you have it.

4 Ways a Pregnancy Counselor Can Help You With Your Pregnancy

Pregnancy comes with many challenges. Every stage of pregnancy - from pre-pregnancy to after delivery - can come with anxiety, stress, and confusion. It helps to have a guide on the journey, and that's what pregnancy counseling is all about. Here's a closer look at how pregnancy counseling can help you. 1. Identifying Possible Challenges Some people never even realize many of the challenges that come with pregnancy. The challenges that come up will not only affect you, but they can also affect everybody else around you.

Incontinent After Giving Birth? Thermiva Can Help

Pregnancy and giving birth is a beautiful process that millions of women experience every year. However, many of these women also experience incontinence afterward. This is a common problem that can be fixed with a treatment known as thermiva. Here's what women who are suffering from this problem need to know about how thermiva can help. Incontinence After Giving Birth Is Common After women give birth, the muscles of the vagina will spread and often stretch.

Hormone Imbalances That Can Have A Detrimental Effect On Your Vision

Abnormal hormone production sometimes can be the underlying cause of vision problems. Hormones regulate the way your body functions, and your eyes are no exception. Although the relationship between certain hormones and their effects on vision isn't always completely clear, it's important to understand more about how these hormones can have a major impact on your eyes and vision. Thyroxine If you suffer from hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid – of which Graves' disease is the most common cause – increased production of the hormone thyroxine can lead to:

Two Natural Remedies For Seasonal Allergy Relief

Not everyone enjoys watching the seasons change. For some people, changing seasons means battling seasonal allergies. Dealing with seasonal allergies can be aggravating. It causes many people to experience watery, itchy eyes, sneezing, and congestion. Fortunately, an allergist can help you manage seasonal allergy symptoms. However, even if you see an allergist on a regular basis you might still experience a few allergy symptoms. So, you should consider adding some of these home remedies to your treatment plan.

Baby's First Cold: How To Treat At Home

If you have a new baby, chances are that he or she will get a cold at some point. As a new parent, you're understandably nervous about this milestone; no one wants to see their baby sick and suffering. The good news is that once you have fielded the first cold, you'll feel more equipped to handle subsequent mild illnesses. Here's what you should do to make your little one more comfortable, as well as information on symptoms that require a call to the doctor or health clinic.

Pooping Refusal: What To Do About This Potty Training Issue

Most parents look forward to the day that they get to potty train their children because it means no more dirty diapers – well, at least when they get their children potty trained. Usually, getting the child to pee isn't the problem. Getting the child to poop is when the issues really set in and your child decides to stop sprinting around the track. For some children, it is fear and anxiety.