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Sleep Apnea: A Weighty Issue

Sleep apnea is the condition for where there are pauses in breathing during sleep. These are defined by medical terminology when an individual literally stops breathing. There are two types of apneas Central and Obstructive. This is a common problem among the morbidly obese which requires them to wear an oxygen mask so they can […]

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Posted in sleep on Jan 15th, 2008

Organs in Western and Eastern Medicine

When you visit an acupuncture clinic, you may get treatment and feel much better without ever knowing anything about the philosophy behind acupuncture, and that is fine. However, your acupuncture practitioner knows a vast amount of information that is not only interesting, but will help you maintain your health. One area that is […]

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Posted in Accupuncture on Jan 15th, 2008

Gestational Diabetes – Risks for Baby

When you first discover that you have gestational diabetes most likely you are going to
be upset and worried about your baby. There are risks to the baby when a mother has
gestational diabetes but with careful monitoring and strict control of diet and blood
glucose levels these risks can be minimized.
The most frequent […]

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Posted in Diabetes on Jan 11th, 2008

Heart disease in Asia

Until recently, heart disease was uncommon in Asian populations. Results from a new study of more than half a million Asians indicate that a large epidemic of heart disease is poised to affect China and many other countries in the region.
The study, conducted by professional through China to Australasia, has provided important new evidence. The […]

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Posted in cardiology on Jan 11th, 2008

Sleep Apnea - A Sleep Disorder That Can Be Fatal

Sleep Apnea is a serious sleep disorder that can be life threatening and at times fatal. People with sleep apnea often fall asleep normally; however, once asleep their ability to breathe is blocked. Usually this inability to breathe is caused by the muscles in the throat relaxing too much and collapsing into the airway. […]

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Posted in sleep on Jan 11th, 2008

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