Parkinson’s disease, caused by the degeneration of dopamine-producing cells, may be among the first conditions to be successfully treated using stem cells. Parkinson’s disease is a conditi…
General Medicine
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a serious mental health disorder that can lead to other very serious problems, including suicide if left untreated. Body dysmorphic disorder, also known as BDD or dys…
Eating Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
The primary eating disorders are anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, and either one can cause serious health problems and sometimes even death. A record number of people are overweight in today’s wo…
Bulimia Nervosa: The Binge-Purge Cycle
The binge-purge cycle as found in bulimia nervosa has the ability to perpetuate itself, making this eating disorder a dangerous and debilitating illness. Bulimia nervosa is a chronic eating disorder t…
Here Is Why Sitting Too Long Can Be Dangerous for Your Child
We hear all the time that sitting is bad for our health—sedentary lifestyles have been linked with type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer, and even premature death. But a new study shows it’s not…
How to Eat Well With Diabetes
Have diabetes? Here’s how to build a healthy plate, based on ADA guidelines. Check out these eye-opening numbers: One in 12 Americans have type 2 diabetes, and one in four have prediabetes—a con…
Diabetic? Don’t Forget About These 5 Tests
Diabetes is a complex chronic condition, and the challenges of daily self-management are difficult. However, there are a number of simple strategies that help those with diabetes manage their conditio…