According to the American Cancer Society, about 63,000 people in the United States will have been diagnosed with kidney cancer by the end of 2018. Of those diagnoses made, nearly 15,000 people will die from the disease. This type of cancer affects more men than women, and the average age of getting diagnosed is 64 years old. If you have concerns about kidney cancer and would like to know more about it, here are the answers to three frequently asked questions.
5 December 2018
If your child has suffered a loss of vision, the deterioration of their eyesight could be due to a number of factors. Here are some common causes of vision loss among children and how the conditions can be treated. Eye Infections Eye infections can be caused by bacteria or viruses that invade the eye.Some of these infections can result in a loss of eyesight. If an infection is bacterial, antibiotic ointments or eye drops may be prescribed to help eliminate the infection.
22 October 2018
Most people do not think about gum disease until they are diagnosed by their dentist. Although basic oral hygiene and routine dental visits can help, rehabilitating your teeth and gums is often a more intricate process. Aggressive Dental Care Fortunately, people who have regular access to dental care are usually diagnosed with gum disease when it is in the earlier stages. Gingivitis typically involves redness and gum irritation, which may not be obvious to you, especially if it affects your back teeth.
20 September 2018
Many seniors will require additional medical care at some point in their lives. As old age sets in, it's not unusual for various diseases and conditions to set in. As a result of these conditions, a senior may need periodic or constant medical assistance for the rest of their lives. When the senior in question is a close family member or someone else that you're responsible for, you'll need to find a way of ensuring they get the care they need.
26 July 2018
If you're a new firearm owner and are excited to begin visiting the local shooting range to improve your proficiency, you need to ensure that your safety is a top priority. Safety at the shooting range isn't just about following the rules of safely handling your firearm. You also need to think about protecting your ears. Frequent exposure to discharging firearms poses a significant threat to your long-term hearing, and you don't want your new hobby to cause problems in this area.
30 May 2018
Your blood sugar levels can affect your overall health and well-being, as well as your mood and behavior. Imagine now if your child has a problem with their blood sugar levels and the type of behavior you may see. If your child has low blood sugar, there are things you can watch out for. Read on for some signs of hypoglycemia in your child to look out for. Dizziness Or Shakiness
30 April 2018
As an adult, it's easy for you to notice and communicate when something is wrong with your body. Young children, however, might be confused by changes are they might not know how to say what is wrong with them. This is especially true with hearing loss. Early intervention can help you get to the bottom of hearing problems in children, so noticing the signs early can help. Here are some signs of hearing loss in children that you can look for.
3 March 2018
The sense of smell is one of a person's strongest senses, so it can be alarming to have something go wrong with it. If you think you're not smelling things as well as you once did and examinations of your nose haven't revealed anything, there's a chance that the problem could involve your brain. Read on to learn how this could be your problem and what you should do to seek help.
3 March 2018
As you grow older, your bone density diminishes and falls below an acceptable measurement for healthy bones. So it's disheartening to learn that here in America, a large number of women who are older than 65 years of age suffer from osteoporosis. That condition puts this population at risk for a vertebral compression fracture, which is the most common complication of osteoporosis. More stunning is the news that 700,000 new vertebral compression fractures occur each year in America.
19 January 2018