Cancer is one of the illnesses that are growing these days. Curing it takes huge money. Being aware of cancer is a must especially this day and age. Educating yourself about cancer is great way on starting on how to be aware of it. Using the internet in gathering information about cancer can be done. Actually, you can also be at help in fighting cancer. You can help out cancer patients out there. It doesn't need for you to have...more
It is possible to cure sinus infections/sinusitis provided the correct treatments are used. Each year sinusitis affects about 37 million Americans. It is the most frequently reported chronic condition in the United States and the fifth most common reason for taking anti-biotics. It accounts for more than 13 million doctor visits per year in the United States alone.What is sinusitis?Sinusitis also known as rhinosinusitis is...more
Death due to asbestos exposure is a serious problem, and there has been a lot of research done on this hazardous material. One interesting study is called, "Role of Asbestos and Active Oxygen Species in Activation and Expression of Ornithine Decarboxylase in Hamster Tracheal Epithelial Cells" by Joanne P. Marsh, and Brooke T. Mossman - Cancer Res January 1, 1991 51; 167. Here is an excerpt: "Abstract - Induction of ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) enzyme activity occurs after exposure of hamster tracheal epithelial (HTE) cells to asbestos and the soluble tumor promoter 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate. Since active oxygen species are implicated as mediators of asbestos-induced biological responses, studies here were designed to examine whether active oxygen species generated by asbestos or oxidants caused increased ODC activity. In confluent HTE cells, significant blockage of chrysotile or crocidolite asbestos-stimulated ODC activity occurred with simultaneous addition of catalase, but not superoxide dismutase, to medium. The addition of xanthine plus xanthine oxidase caused a dose-dependent increase in ODC activity, which was inhibited significantly after...more
Nobody knows for sure how many people have died as a result of asbestos exposure. Although we can't go back in time and prevent exposure, we can continue to support the important work being done by researchers. One interesting study is called, "Airborne asbestos levels in non-occupational environments in Japan." By Kohyama N. ...more
Each year asbestos related diseases such as Mesothelioma takes the lives of thousands. Important work is being done trying to better understand disease development. One interesting study is called, "Computed tomography in the evaluation of benign asbestos-related disorders" - Department of Radiology, University of British...more
Mesothelioma and other asbestos related disease takes the lives of thousands every year. It is not only a problem in the United States, but also other parts of the world. One interesting study is called, "Predictions of future cases of asbestos-related disease among former miners and millers of crocidolite in Western Australia." By de Klerk NH, Armstrong BK, Musk AW, Hobbs MS. - Med J Aust. 1989 Dec 4-18;151(11-12):616. Here is an excerpt: "Abstract - In a cohort of 6502 male and 410 female former workers from the crocidolite (blue asbestos) mining and milling works at Wittenoom, Western Australia, there were 94 cases of malignant mesothelioma (12 cases of peritoneal mesothelioma), 141 cases of lung cancer and 356 successful compensation claims for asbestosis to the end of 1986. After adjusting for measured covariate effects by means of proportional hazards regression analysis, smooth curves were fitted to the resulting "underlying" incidence rates for malignant mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis, separately, and for mortality of any cause. By the use of these curves and individual risk estimates, predictions have been made of the future incidence of these...more
Mesothelioma is a consequence of exposure to asbestos fibers from a wide range of products such as brake linings and clutch facings among auto mechanics. One interesting study is called, "Mitochondrial-derived free radicals mediate...more
What is pericardial mesothelioma?Pericardial mesothelioma is a serious heart condition which consists of cancerous cells building up on the lining of the heart. Similarly to pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma, this is a terminal illness due to the...more
Asbestos siding was used very regularly in the building industry during the period from 1920 to 1970. Although this is quite a while ago, one can still find it in many homes and buildings today. This product used to be added to the cement and then...more
Water is considered as a necessity to survive as it not only keeps one alive but also healthy. But people forget that the same water if is consumed as contaminated not only spoils our health but also causes diseases leading to death. Thus, one should...more
When dealing with breast cancer, you need to look at the different stages so you can be better prepared to face it head on.Breast cancer often occurs in stages. Some cancers spread slowly while others spread quickly. There are cancers that are...more
There are many treatment options available to help get rid of your cancer. The best method, according to many doctors and nutritionist, is the food you eat. According to research studies, foods that have healing properties are the best to consume, in...more