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Admit it. Brushing your teeth is so second nature. You barely think about it but doing it is key for a healthy mouth. It can help you avoid problems like cavities and gum disease. Sharpen your skills with these easy-to-follow tips: Choose the Right Tool Just any old toothbrush may not be the one for […]

Botox, with its name plastered all over magazines, is not a new concept to people. Its fame is mostly driven by celebrities, with people understanding it only through what they see on these individuals. The procedure has become a synonym for caricatured, frozen faces, almost frightening in their stillness. But what’s the real deal? Why

Coronary artery disease, the most common type of cardiovascular disease, is the narrowing or blockage of the artery or arteries supplying blood to the heart muscle. This narrowing is caused by plaques, which are cholesterol deposits on the vessel wall, resulting in abnormal and gradual thickening of the lining of the heart arteries, a condition

Diabetic retinopathy is a disease of the retina caused by diabetes that involves damage to the tiny blood vessels in the back of your eye. While the early stages of the disease may not cause symptoms, they will eventually develop is it progresses into its advanced, or proliferative, stage. You may develop a gradual blurring

Baby’s vision goes through many changes in the first months after birth. Newborn babies have peripheral vision (the ability to see to the sides) and in the first weeks of life gradually develop the ability to focus on an object or point in front of them. At one month, a baby can focus briefly on

Eye tests play a hugely significant role in making sure your eyes stay healthy. Not only are eye tests important for checking whether you need to start wearing glasses or need to change your prescription, but also for detecting some common medical conditions such as diabetes! An eye test is recommended at least every two

If you’re able to read this coherently, you’re probably not! It’s a common misconception that heart attacks occur out of the blue, as there are several symptoms and warning signs that can help you detect an early onset of a heart attack. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 70 percent

When you receive good news, your heart soars! Conversely, when you hear terrible news, you might feel a sinking feeling or deal with what is known as heartache. Ever wondered how emotions can affect you physically? How exactly do intense emotions have a direct effect on specific feelings in our body? This study in 2010

Treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome should begin as early as possible under a doctor’s close supervision. Initial treatment usually will involve resting the affected hand and wrist for a period of two weeks, immobilising the wrist in a splint to prevent further aggravation, and generally avoiding activities that may worsen your condition. In some cases

Omega-3 refers to a family of polyunsaturated fatty acids and is sometimes written as n-3 or w-3. This family includes alpha- linolenic acid, EPA, and DHA. Alpha-linolenic acid is a precursor of EPA and DHA. Omega-3 fatty acids are an essential part of our diet and can be found in foods like oil-rich fish, fish