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Arthritis: Stitch In Time Saves Nine

Introduction
The literal meaning of the word ‘Arthritis’ is - inflammation of one or more joints. Joint, as we all know, is an area of the body where two different bones meet. The function of the joint is to move the body parts connected by its bones. Medical name for joint pain is [...]

Alzheimer’s: The Disease Of The Elderly

Introduction
Alzheimer’s is associated primarily with memory lapses that occur with advancement in age. In addition to memory lapses, persons may experience physical or verbal outbursts, emotional distress, restlessness, hallucinations or delusions. Some amount of memory loss, with advancement in age is normal and is not a sign of Alzheimer’s. In fact there [...]

Cancer: Diagnose In Time And Save Life

What It Is
Contrary to popular belief, Cancer is not one disease. It is a CLASS of diseases in which a group of cells exhibit following traits:
1) Uncontrolled growth i.e. growth and division beyond normal limits.
2)Invasion i.e. intrusion on and destruction of adjacent tissues.
And in some cases,
3) Metastasis i.e. spread to other locations in the body [...]

Stroke Symptoms

One of the major problems in treating stroke is that most people do not know what the symptoms are. 
 
If you or a loved one has even one of the following symptoms, call an ambulance right away. Tell the correspondent that you think a stroke has occurred.
 
 Weakness or paralysis: Loss of strength of one arm or [...]