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Rick Frea

A Registered Respiratory Therapist and asthmatic

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Asthma Trigger Versus Asthma Cause

One thing that I've realized by reading the works of various asthma writers is that there doesn't seem to be a consistent definition of a cause and trigger. Today I would like to standardize these two terms so that there is no further confusion. The word "asthma trigger" is not the problem. A trigger is anything that sparks an... Read more Chevron

posted 02/14/2012, comments (0)|

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Carol Bradley Bursack

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Author, blogger and eldercare columnist

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Study shows cancer drug could reverse symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease

A skin cancer drug that has been available for nearly 13 years could be the new Alzheimer’s hero. A study using genetically engineered mice showed that bexarotene (Targretin) reversed Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice by eliminating brain-damaging proteins. In the study. which was published online Feb. 9 by Science, researchers... Read more Chevron

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Big Oz

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Married 27 yrs and a son 21 years old in college studying Musical Theater. Graduated from the University of New Mexico with a BSEE in 1975 and from Colorado State University with an MBA in 1991. Retired from the US Navy in 1989 as a LCDR. Worked for Hewlett Packard for 10 years as an Engineering Manager and worked 6 years in a small private healthcare business as CFO. After retirement 12 years ago my wife and I moved to the mountains to play.

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Chronic neuropathic pain

In December 2010 my L4, L5 and S1 vertabrae were fused removing pressure on the S1 nerve. I am now faced with damaged nerves causing pain in my buttocks and feet, making it very difficult to sit, stand or walk. In October 2011 a neurostimulator was implanted in my back to help manage this pain but I am having difficulty achieving... Read more Chevron

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Leah

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has vascular dementia

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Living with Dementia Means Hoping for the Best and Preparing for the Worst

I am noticing an increase in my short term memory loss. Everywhere. Throughout the day. And I cannot remember ONE incident to tell you about. I CAN tell you about how it makes me feel to experience this. After all, having Vascular Dementia is not the same as having Alzheimer’s. Both do involve memory and the mind. With Vascular Dementia,... Read more Chevron

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Lisa Nelson, RD, LN

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Dietician

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Is Constant WiFi Exposure Impacting Your Heart Disease Risk?

Heart disease is a lifestyle disease. Yes, there are genetic or hereditary factors that play a role, but how you choose to live has a major impact. By lifestyle this makes me automatically think diet choices and activity level, but there are other factors that fall under "lifestyle". Some of these factors would include: Do you... Read more Chevron

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