Think Healthier: because you need to!

A parasite is an organism that lives inside another body (the host) and typically harms the host by draining blood, minerals or other vital keys to good health. In humans, parasite infections are more common in developing areas than in urban settings but can be carried to cities by immigrants or travelers returning home. Asia,…

Pregnancy is a natural and normal human condition, a joyous occasion and a path that every human alive has followed in some form or another. But there are certain health hazards involved in having a baby. These include problems that can arise in both mother and child and may occur as a result of the…

Tara felt that she couldn’t confide in anyone when she began developing pubic hair at age seven. “I just wanted to pretend it wasn’t happening to me,” she told the U.K.’s Daily Mail newspaper. “Then, one evening when I was in the bath, Mum popped in and I remember her asking me how long I’d…

Swallowing is like breathing. It’s a natural, effortless act that most people accomplish without much trouble. But in a study funded by Schwarz Pharmaceuticals and conducted by Harris Interactive, it was discovered that 40 percent of American adults reported difficulty swallowing pills. This resulted in delayed doses, skipped doses, and, in 4 percent of cases,…

Fungus is a type of organism  found on every human body. Most of the time it’s harmless, but when it’s not, it’s termed a fungal infection. Most people will have one or more fungal infections in their lifetime. While most are easily treated and not dangerous, serious fungal infections like histoplasmosis, coccidioidomycosis and paracoccidioidomycosis can…

It’s finally the weekend. And all you can think about is relaxing. To conquer your stress, you call a local doctor-owned day spa to make an appointment. The kind receptionist tells you to look at the online menu. When you take a peek, you’re greeted by surprise. In truth, the list of options is endless.…

It’s your birthday. And you’re not happy about it. In truth, you’ve noticed some changes in the past year. Your hair seems dryer and a bit thinner. In addition, you’re more tired than you used to be. Plus, you’ve had three different viral illnesses that have caused you to miss work. A close friend swears…

The news shocked Americans. Recording artist Kanye West’s mom died following a procedure involving liposuction, a tummy tuck, and breast augmentation. “How could this be?” Famous people’s families aren’t supposed to die after plastic surgery. They’re American royalty, protected from tragedies. But that wasn’t the only plastic surgery shocker. We did a double take when…

Do you have congestion that just won’t go away? You may want to make sure it’s not pneumonia. The recent story of Glen Frey’s death caught us off guard. Frey died at the age of 67 after a battle with pneumonia along with other health conditions. This is just one reminder that the consequences of…

They’re right behind you. Small and seemingly insignificant, the kidneys are two vital major organs located on both sides of the spine down near the small of the back. These bean-shaped organs help filter wastes from the blood and balance levels of minerals, water and salt. Blood waste is carried out of the body as…