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Coronary atherosclerosis is a disease that affects arterial vessels, leading to the formation of plaques, with a lipid content, in the arteries that carry blood to the heart

TASD and sleep disorders: about 70% of people with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) have sleep disorders

An allergy blood test checks your blood for increased levels of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies. The test can help detect allergies to foods, pets, pollen or other irritating substances

Smoking and anxiety: How many smokers are convinced that lighting up a cigarette reduces anxiety and stress? And that quitting would make them feel more nervous? Probably most, considering the frequency with which they resort to this act if…

Acne is a dermatological condition that is very common among the world's population and affects approximately 85-90% of adolescents

Blepharitis - from the Greek blepharon: 'eyelid' and -ite: suffix indicating inflammation - consists of chronic inflammation of the free edge of the eyelid

Have you ever experienced drinking a hot cup of coffee and accidentally spilling it? You might have experienced scalding water burn. Many burns are often caused by dry heat, chemical, and electrical burns

Colitis, also called irritable bowel syndrome, is a disorder related to alterations in the peristaltic movement of the colon, due to various causes

Common illnesses in spring: most of us recognize spring as allergy season. There’s more at play than just allergies. Here is a guide to understanding springtime health conditions, how to recognize them, and when to seek the advice of your…

Intubation can make the difference between life and death. Doctors and nurses perform this procedure on patients who are unable to breathe on their own