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Megan Johnson McCullough
Tuberculosis: What is That Skin Poke Test?
by Megan Johnson McCullough
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Most of us have been tested for TB, also known as tuberculosis, for a job, school, or travel. Tuberculosis is all around us, and it was actually the leading cause of death in the 20th century. We readily take this skin or blood test, but don’t always know what certain conditions do to our body if we have them. This bacteria, myobacterium tuberculosis, is not entirely easy to catch. When it does strike,... 1/12/2019 8:00:00 AM
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12 Wellness Tips That Can Supercharge Your Life
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#1. Happiness Isn't Just in Your MindOur mental health and happiness are more closely connected to our physical health than you might think. When we don't feel well physically it's hard to feel well mentally. Exercise, sleep and eating well appear to have a drastic effect on mental health and happiness. If you knew for certain that exercise, sleep and eating well could reduce depression better than... 1/9/2019 8:00:00 AM
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Could Eating Cheese Lead to a Longer Life?
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Cheese may no longer be a guilty pleasure. New information is dispelling the myth that foods high in milk fat are responsible for obesity and high cholesterol levels. What was once considered a solely “bad” fat may contain compounds that can protect against obesity, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. In fact, it looks like making foods like cheese a regular part of your diet could even help you live... 1/7/2019 10:00:00 PM
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Burping: Belching 101
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When you eat, food enters the mouth, is swallowed, then travels down the esophagus and into the stomach. Upon arrival, the digestive system uses bacteria, acid, enzymes, and chemicals to help pull nutrients from food that the body needs for nutrition and energy. Sometimes as you swallow, you might take in additional air. This can also happen when you have carbonated drinks, such as soda. This air is... 1/7/2019 8:00:00 AM
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Diet Soda Dangers
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Wellness Tip: When trying to lose weight, low-calorie diet soda may seem like a good beverage option. If the consumption of artificial chemicals doesn't dissuade you in its own right, consider this: Those who opt for a diet soda often consume more overall calories. You may think you have some leeway, but if you are not careful you can easily exceed any calories saved with your food intake. Artificial... 1/4/2019 8:00:00 AM
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​Why Love Is Critical To Your Health
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Wellness Tip: You may be puzzled to read an entry about love under Wellness. But your emotional life is every bit as important to your overall well-being as your heart or blood pressure. In fact, your emotional state may be the greatest influence upon your overall physical health. Much has been written about stress being a detriment to good health; but not much has been said about how positive feelings... 1/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
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Kotex Tampons Recalled
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Several dozen batches of U by Kotex Sleek tampons were voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer after users reported the products were coming apart inside them. The manufacturer is warning women not to use any of these products, as serious medical issues could ensue.The product has been coming apart inside women’s bodies, raising new concerns over toxic shock syndrome, a potentially deadly infection... 1/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
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A Deeper Look at the Dangers of Syncope in Arrhythmia Patients
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Syncope or temporary loss of consciousness is often regarded as benign by a lot of medical practitioners. However, this may not be the case if the condition is related to arrhythmias, which generally considered as fatal.If the two come together, the patient definitely merits a closer checkup by a cardiologist as the combination could be a symptom of a major health issue (particularly of the heart).... 1/2/2019 6:30:00 PM
Megan Johnson McCullough
E Coli: Handwashing 101
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E Coli is a bacterium found in the intestines of the human gut and the gut of animals. The technical term is “Escherichia coli.” This bacterium has warranted itself quite the bad reputation. Most of the time E Coli is harmless and actually helps the digestive system. However, when the bad type of E Coli strikes, havoc reeks, resulting in diarrhea. These strains of the bacteria are found in contaminated... 12/26/2018 8:00:00 AM
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Bananas, One of the Most Consumed Fruits in America
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Bananas are the most consumed fruit in America. On average, we each eat 27 pounds of them per year. A banana is a type of fruit that comes from a flowering plant in the genus Muca. Some countries refer to them as “plantains.” They’re a healthy, delicious and very convenient snack. This popular fruit originated in Southeast Asia but is now grown all over the world. The most common banana is the Cavendish,... 12/25/2018 8:00:00 AM
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