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Facts you should know about COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus, 2019-nCoV, Wuhan coronavirus) Readers Comments 1 Share Your Story Infection with COVID-19 causes respiratory problems. COVID-19 is a new disease caused by a newly identified and named type of single-stranded, positive-sense RNA coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2 that likely jumped from infecting only animal species to infecting humans …

The Italian diet Italian food is known the world over for being tasty and colorful. A typical Italian diet consists of three meals in a day. The most common foods in the Italian diet include pasta, cheese, vegetables, olive oil, meats, and wine. Italians give a lot of importance to fresh ingredients. They use seasonal ingredients to prepare meals. The …

What are the differences between proton pump inhibitors and Zantac 360? Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and Zantac 360 reduce the production of acid and are used to prevent and treat acid-related conditions including esophageal duodenal and stomach ulcers, NSAID-associated ulcers, ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Some proton pump inhibitors are available over-the-counter (OTC) and some require a …

What are the differences between Prilosec and Zantac 360? Prilosec (omeprazole) and Zantac 360 (famotidine) are used for the treatment of conditions such as ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) caused by stomach acid. Both drugs work in different ways to reduce stomach acid. Prilosec and Zantac 360 are both available over-the-counter (OTC). Prilosec is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that blocks …

Urethral cancer is a rare type of cancer that is often difficult to detect in early stages. Learn about signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment People with urethral cancer may develop any or all the following signs and symptoms as the tumor grows: Bleeding or discharge from the urethra Blood in the urine Difficulty emptying the bladder Difficulty passing urine Frequent …

People with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) can live well into adulthood. Causes of mortality are usually obesity-related cor pulmonale and respiratory failure People diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) usually live well into adulthood. The most common causes of mortality are obesity-related cor pulmonale and respiratory failure.  People with PWS who are not treated with growth hormone have been seen to have …

Facts you should know about rotator cuff injuries As we age, the blood supply to the tendons is reduced which can lead to longer healing times after injury. Rotator cuff tear is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain A rotator cuff is a group of four tendons. Rotator cuff disease is one of the most common causes …

H1N1, also known as the swine flu, most recently caused an outbreak in 2009. The vaccine for it used to be a separate shot, but is now included in your yearly flu shot. The side effects are similar to the flu shot, and are usually minor. H1N1 is an influenza virus also known as swine flu. In 1997, scientists confirmed …

A body wrap is a treatment to maintain healthy skin and appearance. People use body wraps for a variety of reasons. Some of these reasons include helping your body get rid of unhealthy toxins, excess fluids, and dead skin. Different types of body wrap target different goals and unique types of skin. Types of body wraps There are a few …

Repetitive movements can cause repetitive motion disorders (RMDs), or stress injuries to your muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves Repetitive movements can cause repetitive motion disorders (RMDs), or stress injuries to your muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. RMDs are usually caused by repetitive movements you make at work or while performing daily tasks. When coupled with other predisposing factors, repetitive movements …