A study finds that certain pain relievers may promote Clostridium difficile infection. The results may help improve the management of the condition and its symptoms. Clostridium difficile infection is relatively common and can be serious. Clostridium difficile, also called C. difficile or C. diff, is a bacterium that causes inflammation of the colon. This health… Read More »
Despite the introduction of silicone hydrogels in the 1990s, overall corneal infection risk has held steady over decades, Schein said, affecting about one in every 2,500 lens wearers. But that risk is “at least 10-fold greater for those choosing to sleep with lenses in. So I discourage that practice whenever I can,” he added. As… Read More »
An upper respiratory infection, or the common cold, is an infection that affects the nasal passages and throat. Treatment is usually simple, unless a person also has a chronic respiratory condition such as asthma. For an upper respiratory infection (URI) to occur, a virus enters the body, usually through the mouth or nose. A person… Read More »
Having an ear infection is usually not threatening and it is most common with children. That is why it is important that you are aware of this condition most especially if you have a kid. This way, you can effectively keep this from happening, thus protecting your child from this rather painful and uncomfortable infection.… Read More »
Time and time again, science has proven that drinking freshly squeezed fruit juices…. Time and time again, science has proven that drinking freshly squeezed fruit juices on a regular basis can be beneficial to your health. Fruits are rich in minerals, vitamins and antioxidants which are essential to maintain a healthy body. Also, several Kansas… Read More »