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9 Science-Based Benefits of Niacin (Vitamin B3)
February 1, 2021Niacin’s effect on cholesterol may help prevent heart disease — but newer research suggests an additional mechanism by which it benefits your heart.
It can help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, both of which are involved in atherosclerosis, or the hardening of your arteries.
Some research indicates that niacin therapy — either alone or in combination with statins — could help lower the risk of health problems related to heart disease.
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What heart patients should know about the coronavirus
February 1, 2021The coronavirus should have everyone's attention by now, health experts say. And people with heart disease have extra reasons to be alert.
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Magnesium benefits: Why it's great for bone, muscle and brain health
January 1, 2021Magnesium is an essential mineral for good health. As the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body, "it is necessary for healthy bones, heart, muscles, and nerves. It also helps your body control energy, blood sugar, blood pressure, and many other processes," says Allie Gregg, RD, a licensed dietitian with a private practice in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Why Vitamin D May Be the Secret in Staying Healthy this Winter
January 1, 2021More so resembling a hormone, vitamin D is not technically a vitamin—and our bodies do not produce it on their own; it can only be processed through consuming specific foods, such as fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified dairy products, and synthesized through our skin with direct exposure to sunlight—
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The connection between diabetes, kidney disease and high blood pressure
January 1, 2021Diabetes causes kidneys to become less efficient at filtering blood. It also causes blood vessels to stiffen, which leads to high blood pressure. And high blood pressure, he said, accelerates kidney disease like kerosene thrown on a fire. That worsens the high blood pressure, the root of many heart-related problems.
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AMH Testing and What It Can Tell You
December 1, 2020Hormones, hormones, hormones. So anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) might not be the most talked-about hormone — or even the most well-known related to reproductive health. But it’s certainly worth understanding, especially if you hope to get pregnant in the future.
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Signs of Zinc Deficiency
December 1, 2020Zinc is an essential trace mineral that's important to your body in a variety of ways, says Dr. Yufang Lin, an integrative medicine physician with the Center for Integrative Medicine at Cleveland Clinic.
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12 Dos and Dont's for Managing Cholesterol Following a Heart Attack
November 1, 2020Made by your liver and also found in foods derived from animals, cholesterol is a waxy substance that’s important for many functions in the body, including building new cells. But when there’s too much of it in your blood, it can contribute to the buildup of plaque — a hard coating of cholesterol and other substances — on the inside of your blood vessels, known as atherosclerosis.
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These are the Vitamins and Minerals Older Adults Need
November 1, 2020As you age, the amount of vitamins and minerals your body needs to function at optimal health changes. As you reach your 60s and 70s, for example, your body may need more of certain vitamins and minerals.
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What is Vaping? Everything you need to know
October 1, 2020Vaping has become one of the most popular ways to consume both tobacco and marijuana. But, as with anything, with popularity comes attention to the potential risks.
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Tackling the Substance Abuse Epidemic in a Pandemic
October 1, 2020The isolation and anxiety prompted by the coronavirus pandemic and the associated social and economic fallouts have led to an increase in substance abuse1 even by people who have not previously had problems. But the pandemic also means that access to needed healthcare, support and social services for substance abuse problems, already in short supply, is increasingly difficult.
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Vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms: The sign in your hair you could be lacking B12
September 1, 2020VITAMIN B12 is crucial for nerve tissue health, brain function and the production of red blood cells. A deficiency in the nutrient could appear in an unlikely place - your hair.
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Electrolyte imbalance: Symptoms and treatment
September 1, 2020Taking in high levels of electrolytes without a doctor’s guidance can create another imbalance and lead to health complications. Also, some people require additional treatment to address the underlying issue.
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Insect and spider bites and how to deal with them
August 1, 2020Insects typically inject formic acid. This can lead to blisters, inflammation, redness, swelling, pain, itching, and irritation.
The reaction depends on the type of insect and the individual’s sensitivity.
Bites from fleas, mites, and mosquitoes tend to cause itching rather than pain.
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Researchers: Invasive fire ants may limit spread of meat allergy caused by tick bite
August 1, 2020It was found to be common in large parts of at least 14 states, including 11 where at least one allergist reported more than 100 cases in their practice. These states are Alabama, Arkansas, George, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Virginia.
Comparatively, six of ten allergy practices in eastern Texas, which is where the invasive fire ant is located, saw no cases of the meat allergy.
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5 Ways Your Disinfectants Are Harming Your Health
July 1, 2020You probably never thought so much about disinfecting your home, your car, and your personal spaces as much as you have during the coronavirus pandemic. So, what exactly are disinfectants doing to your body and how can you protect yourself from COVID-19 without putting health on the line?
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The Connection Between Thyroid Disorders and Fertiltiy
July 1, 2020Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can each negatively impact fertility—both the ability to become pregnant and the ability to carry a fetus to term. The presence of autoimmune antibodies, with or without hyper or hypothyroidism, can also impact your fertility.
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Let's Talk About Cancer Screenings and Tests
July 1, 2020Routine cancer screenings can catch the disease before it’s even progressed to the point where you have symptoms, leading to less invasive treatment and best outcomes. Case in point: between 1990 and 2015, the mortality rate for cancer dropped by 25%, and even more for commonly screened cancer types, like colorectal (47% for men and 44% for women) and breast cancer (39% for women).
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12 Signs of Low Testosterone
June 1, 2020Testosterone affects a man’s appearance and sexual development. It stimulates sperm production as well as a man’s sex drive. It also helps build muscle and bone mass. A range of symptoms can occur if testosterone production drastically drops below normal.
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Poor quality Western diet kills sperm count and lowers male testosterone, study says
June 1, 2020Total sperm count in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand dropped by up to 60% in the 38 years between 1973 and 2011 research found -- an acceleration of a trend that began in the 1940s. More recent studies show the trend is continuing.
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What to Expect During Every Stage of Menopause
May 1, 2020For many women, the various stages of menopause (which include perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause) are a mystery until they actually happen. A woman is officially in menopause when she hasn’t had her period for 12 months, notes Dr. O’Toole. It can happen in your 40s or 50s, but in the U.S., the average age is 51, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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Iodine- the nutrient every woman needs
May 1, 2020Iodine is an important nutrient for the human body. It is mostly available in saltwater and plant-based foods. It is also an important component of brain development and thyroid hormone production.
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Let's Talk About Hepatitis C
April 1, 2020It’s hard to keep track of the alphabet soup of hepatitis viruses (there are A, B, C, D, and E strains), but here’s what you need to know about this one: Hepatitis C....
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Does Everyone Have Herpes? And 12 other FAQs about HSV-1 and HSV-2
April 1, 2020The herpes simplex virus is incredibly common in the United States and worldwide.
As many as 1 in 2 American adults have oral herpes, which is often caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
An estimated 1 in 8 Americans ages 14 to 49 years old have genital herpes from herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), which causes most cases of genital herpes.
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How Do Food Allergies Affect Digestion?
March 1, 2020The rates of food allergies continue to rise. What are the most common food allergies, and how do they affect digestion? More commonly, people have intolerances to foods, rather than allergies. An example of food intolerance is when someone has bloating and diarrhea after consuming lactose. These people have low levels of the enzyme lactase, which prevents the lactose sugar from being broken down.
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When does Allergy Season 2020 Start-And When Should I start taking medicine
March 1, 2020After a consistent increase in the intensity and length of allergy season over the last several years (you can blame climate change), allergy season 2020 will likely be worse than usual or potentially the most intense and longest yet if the trend continues. Whomp, whomp. By giving small increasing doses of what you are allergic to, you train the immune system to slowly stop being as allergic," she says. "This is the best way to address allergies, as it targets the underlying problem and builds your immunity to a specific allergen."
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6 things every woman should know about heart health
February 1, 2020Among women, 90 percent have one or more risk factors for heart disease at some point in their lives, according to American Heart Association statistics. Yet 80 percent of cardiovascular diseases are preventable.
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Heart Functions, Heart Diseases and Structure with Diagram
February 1, 2020The knowledge about heart function and structure is important for those who want to maintain and enjoy cardiac health. The heart functions involve the supply of oxygenated blood to all parts of the body. The circulatory system consists of three main types of blood vessels: arteries, veins and capillaries.
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What to know about thyroid function and hair loss
January 1, 2020Severe or prolonged hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism may result in hair loss.
When the body has too much or not enough thyroid hormone, it can "shock the system" into a state of telogen effluvium.
Telogen effluvium is a scalp disorder where the hair roots enter the resting stage of the hair cycle too early. As many as 70% of scalp hairs can fall out within about 2 months during a state of telogen effluvium.
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Yoga for Thyroid: 5 Effective Poses which works really well
January 1, 2020Yoga is a significant stress reliever, and in the case of thyroid, it tends to increase the flexibility in the body as well as maintains a balance between pressure and thyroid. The thyroid can be underactive or overactive, also known as Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism, respectively.
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All about the Hemoglobin A1C
December 1, 2019The A1C test provides an average of your blood sugar readings for the past three months. It’s not accurate for any given day, but it gives your doctor a good idea of how effective your blood sugar control has been over time.
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What is heavy metal toxicity? A nutritionist explains how it could impavt health
December 1, 2019Heavy metals are found naturally in the earth’s crust and may end up in the environment, our water supply, food, medicine and the herbal supplements we take, especially those made overseas. The most common metals that impact humans are lead, cadmium, arsenic, aluminum, mercury and chromium.
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Living with Herpes:10 Things to know, from who has it
November 1, 2019I survived, thrived and learned how to live with herpes — and if you find yourself with a herpes diagnosis, you can, and will, too. Simply stay safe and informed. And you can start here. It’s time to set the record straight: Herpes is not the end of the world. Read on for facts about this all-too-common STD and answers to questions about living with herpes.
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STDs: An Alarming Lack of Knowledge
November 1, 2019Sexually transmitted diseases are not a popular topic, but perhaps if it were talked about more it wouldn’t be a taboo and rates may finally decrease due to an increase in knowledge. A survey conducted by OnePoll of 2,000 sexually active Americans highlights how misinformed a large part of the public is when it comes to STDs.
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9 Silent Signs of an Iodine Deficiency
October 1, 2019With the introduction of iodized salt, iodine deficiency is much less common than it used to be. But it can still occur—about 30 percent of the world’s population is at risk, reports the American Thyroid Association. Watch out for these nine signs of iodine deficiency.
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Antibodies that Contribute to Thyroid Disease
October 1, 2019Antibodies are proteins produced by your body to help protect you against infections. They can, however, mistakenly attack your own tissues, causing illness. There are several types of thyroid antibodies, and each one attacks a different target in the thyroid hormone production process, ultimately causing thyroid disease.
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What alcohol does to your body in the short and long term
September 1, 2019Experts agree that, in large amounts, alcohol is toxic, damages a wide range of different organs, and is a significant factor in many dangerous and fatal accidents.
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Gabapentin Is the Latest Pain Medication Showing Up in Opioid Overdoses
September 1, 2019Experts say gabapentin is now being mixed with other opioids in an apparent effort to get a stronger "high."
Since the drug was first approved for use in the United States in 1993, it’s largely been considered safe with little or no potential for misuse. But the opioid epidemic could be changing that.
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Tips to Protect Yourself from Ticks and Mosquitos
August 1, 2019It’s the time of year when many people are spending time outdoors. But some worry about encountering mosquitoes or ticks that might be carrying a disease.
Ben Beard of the Centers for Disease Control's Vector-Borne Diseases Division says there’s no sugarcoating the risk of contracting Lyme disease or other vector-borne illnesses. He says more than 700,000 cases were reported in the United States from 2004 to 2017. This number of reported cases of disease from mosquitoes, ticks and fleas has more than tripled over this period of time,” Beard says.
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6 Insects that can make you sick this summer
August 1, 2019Stings and bites from these small bugs aren’t just annoying. They can cause big health dangers, too.
For bites, common over-the-counter remedies, including antihistamines and topical steroid creams like hydrocortisone, can help with itchy redness and inflammation.
But don’t be afraid to seek out a doctor or allergist if the bite doesn’t resolve or additional symptoms appear.
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What is Rocky Mountain spotted fever? Ticks spread rare, deadly disease
July 1, 2019Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a serious, life-threatening bacterial infection transmitted by several types of ticks in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is imperative to remove a tick as quickly as possible because the longer it is attached, the higher the risk it may transmit disease.
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Is it a Cold or Allergies? How to tell the difference
July 1, 2019Sneezing, congestion, and runny nose—these are all classic symptoms of both a cold and allergies, making it difficult to self-diagnose and treat either at home. But despite their similar symptoms, an allergic reaction is quite different from the common cold.
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What is the function of Triglycerides?
February 1, 2019Triglycerides are lipids, a type of fat. Triglycerides are necessary for certain bodily functions, but high levels of them can lead to health problems.
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C-Reactive Protein and Heart Health
February 1, 2019C-reactive protein, once obscure, may play an important role in predicting the risk of heart disease.
When tissues become inflamed, they release several different proteins, including CRP. For this reason, CRP is a "marker" for systemic inflammation. While injuries and infections can cause brief spikes in CRP, a persistently elevated level of C-reactive protein may (in the absence of other reasons) suggest that blood vessels are inflamed.
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10 signs and symptoms you may have an iron deficiency
January 1, 2019Iron deficiency is when a person does not have enough healthy red blood cells in their bloodstream. This is also known as iron-deficiency anemia.
The signs of an iron deficiency might be hard to spot at first, as they are similar to other disorders. Nonetheless, a combination of the below symptoms might mean it is time for you to see your primary care physician.
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Here's how to keep your liver healthy
January 1, 2019Tucked under your right rib cage, this 3-pound organ cleans toxins from your blood; produces bile to help you digest what you eat and drink, turning that food and drink into nutrients; maintains your blood’s clotting function so you don’t bleed to death; and gives you physical energy.
Because your liver is such a crucial multitasker, you need to keep it healthy—yet unfortunately, 30 million Americans currently have some form of liver disease, according to the American Liver Foundation.
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What is K2?
December 1, 2018K2 or "spice" is a mixture of herbs, spices or shredded plant material that has been sprayed with chemicals that are similar to but not the same as THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana. "So these chemicals, which are more correctly termed 'synthetic cannabinoids,' they're designed to stimulate cannabinoid receptors in the brain," Baumann explained. THC, the active ingredient in marijuana, also stimulates these receptors, but K2 is much more potent than THC.
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Folic Acid is an important nutrient
December 1, 2018Folic acid is needed for healthy growth and development, especially for women who may become pregnant. Folic acid is one of the B-complex vitamins that are essential for the development and growth of new cells during growth and replacement of cells as we age.
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Is there a cure for Herpes? Nope, and There May Never Be One
November 1, 2018There are two main types of herpes: oral herpes and genital herpes. Even though genital herpes is fairly common (roughly one in six Americans has it, according to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention [CDC]), it's highly stigmatized, in large part because there is no cure. Oral herpes is extremely common: in fact, the CDC estimates that roughly 48% of Americans between 14–49 years old have oral herpes.
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STD Rates in the U.S hit a Record High for the Fourth Straight Year
November 1, 2018Rates of three sexually transmitted diseases — syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia — have hit a record high for the fourth year in a row. The CDC said that the rising rates are likely because these STDs go undiagnosed and untreated, despite effective antibiotics.
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Cancer will kill nearly 10 million people this year, report estimates
October 1, 2018The number of people around the world who have cancer is "rapidly growing," with 18.1 million new cases and 9.6 million deaths in 2018 alone, researchers estimate in a new report.
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The End of Illness: 6 Blood Tests You Should Ask Your Doctor To Do
December 1, 2015Have your doctor run the following tests, all of which can be obtained through a simple blood draw.
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STD Screening: The Basics
November 1, 2015Everyone who is sexually active should be screened for STDs at some point.
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STD Testing: What's Right for You?
November 1, 2015Sexually transmitted diseases are common, but the types of STD testing you need may vary by your risk factors.
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Mumps Outbreak in the NHL Shows The Importance of Titer Testing
October 1, 2015The National Hockey League saw an outbreak of mumps earlier this season. Over 20 players and two officials were diagnosed with or showed signs of the disease.
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Have I Been Vaccinated?
October 1, 2015For certain vaccinations, your doctor can perform a test for evidence of immunity, whether from a prior vaccination or an infection.
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Employers Continue to Realize the Importance of Drug Testing
September 1, 2015Drug and alcohol testing continue to be a critical part of the hiring process for most employers.
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Lyme Disease Diagnosis
August 1, 2015Lyme disease is known to inhibit the immune system and 20-30% of patients have falsely negative antibody tests.
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West Nile Virus Testing
August 1, 2015West Nile virus (WNV) testing is used to help determine whether a person with signs and symptoms and a history of recent exposure has an acute WNV infection.
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It's No Surprise Why Consumers Use The Internet to Order Lower-Priced Clinical Lab Tests
July 1, 2015Web-based medical laboratory testing companies give consumers the option to purchase lab tests at cheap prices
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Worried About Cholesterol? Order Your Own Tests
July 1, 2015Consumers wanting to get their own tests have a number of options
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True Blood: The Health Benefits of Lab Testing
July 1, 2015Direct-to-consumer lab testing gives us a chance to see our biochemical realities more clearly — sometimes with surprising results.
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Want to be Healthy over 50? Get these tests & exams
June 1, 2015Are you between the ages of 50-60 and concerned about the tests and exams needed to maintain your health?
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What Blood Tests Do I Need?
June 1, 2015Your scheduled to have a complete physical exam. Can you tell me what lab tests I’ll need and how often I should have them?
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Top 10 Blood Tests Every Patient Should Request
June 1, 2015Encourages people to proactively request these tests as a way to identify potential problems.
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Arthritis Lab Test Guide
May 1, 2015Learn what your doctor is looking for when he orders a vial of blood or draws fluid from an inflamed knee.
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Celiac Disease Screening
May 1, 2015A simple blood test is available to screen for celiac disease antibodies. People with celiac disease who eat gluten have higher than normal levels of these antibodies in their blood.
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Understanding Hepatitis-Diagnosis and Treatment
May 1, 2015Viral hepatitis, such as hepatitis C (HCV), hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis A (HAV), is diagnosed by your symptoms, a physical exam, and blood tests.
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STD Testing: What's Right for You?
April 1, 2015This is important because a person can have a sexually transmitted disease without knowing it.
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Screening Guidelines for Sexually Transmitted Diseases
April 1, 2015You always go to your physician, for your yearly check-up. Many, if not most, private doctors do not screen for sexually transmitted diseases.
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Tests to Measure Kidney Function
March 1, 2015Healthy kidneys remove wastes and excess fluid from the blood. Blood and urine tests show how well the kidneys are doing their job.
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Tests to Check Kidney Function
March 1, 2015Chronic kidney disease may seem to have come on suddenly. But it has been happening bit by bit for many years as a result of damage to your kidneys.
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Blood Tests for Heart Disease
February 1, 2015Your blood offers many clues about your heart health. It's important to remember that one blood test alone doesn't determine your risk of heart disease.
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Heart Health Screenings
February 1, 2015For many patients, screening results can serve as a wake-up call.
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Thyroid Tests
January 1, 2015Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism—the way the body uses energy—and affect nearly every organ in the body.
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Thyroid Function Tests
January 1, 2015Thyroid hormone helps the body use energy, stay warm and keep the brain, heart, muscles, and other organs working as they should.
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The End of Illness: 6 Blood Tests You Should Ask Your Doctor To Do
December 1, 2014Have your doctor run the following tests, all of which can be obtained through a simple blood draw.
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Testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases
November 1, 2014According to the Office on Women’s Health, more than 19 million new sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) occur each year in the United States.
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Get Tested
November 1, 2014Most people think they would know if they had a sexually transmitted infection (STI) . . . wrong!
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Diagnosis of Diabetes and Prediabetes
October 1, 2014Diabetes is a complex group of diseases with a variety of causes.
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Diagnosing Diabetes and Learning About Prediabetes
October 1, 2014There are several ways to diagnose diabetes. Each way usually needs to be repeated on a second day to diagnose diabetes.
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Just How Important is Workplace Drug Testing?
September 1, 2014Drug abuse costs American industry over $140 billion annually. Employee drug abuse causes as much as 50% of all on-the-job accidents.
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Drug Testing Your Teen
September 1, 2014The prospect that your teen could be using drugs is perhaps one of the scariest things imaginable, and often leads us to look for evidence to the contrary.
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Lyme Disease
August 1, 2014Lyme disease is an infection spread by the bite of certain types of ticks. If caught and treated early, the infection most often clears quickly.
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Request A Test offers New Alcohol ETG Test
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7 Essential Blood Tests You Should Have
June 1, 2014Men spill it and seal friendships with it, but blood also tells a detective story.
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Prostate Cancer Screening: Should You Get A PSA Test?
June 1, 2014Making the decision to have a PSA test depends on a variety of factors. Here are some tips that can help you make a good decision.
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Blood Tests Made Simple
May 1, 2014Let's schedule some blood work." Most people hear that from their doctor every so often, but what exactly does "blood work" entail?
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9 Essential Health Tests for Women
May 1, 2014As you get older, your health needs change. Are you and your doctor keeping up? From STD tests to colonoscopies, here are the most important health tests for women.
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Statistics On Sexually Transmitted Infections
April 1, 2014Most STDs/STIs can be "silent," causing no noticeable symptoms. These asymptomatic infections can only be diagnosed through testing.
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STDs: Why Get Tested?
April 1, 2014This year alone, 19 million Americans will be infected. Half of all sexually active people will contract an STD by the time they're in their mid-20s.
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Blood Tests for Heart Health- More than Cholesterol Levels
February 1, 2014While knowing your cholesterol levels provides important information, there are other indicators of heart and circulatory system health that are currently available and equally important as well.
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The VAP Cholesterol Test
February 1, 2014The VAP test can analyze cholesterol beyond the total cholesterol, LDL and HDL levels.
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January 29, 2014New blood and urine fluoride testing is available from Request A Test.
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Blood Tests Made Simple
December 1, 2013Let's schedule some blood work." Most people hear that from their doctor every so often, but what exactly does "blood work" entail?
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10 Top Blood Tests to Take for Your Best Health
December 1, 2013So which blood tests are critical for you to take? We gathered the evidence here to help you plan for your doctor visits in the coming year.
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STD testing: What's right for you?
November 1, 2013If you're sexually active, particularly with multiple partners, you've probably heard the following advice many times: Use protection and make sure you get tested.
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Five Reasons to get STD-Tested Regularly
November 1, 2013It is a good idea to get yourself an STD test on a regular basis.
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The End of Illness: 6 Blood Tests You Should Ask Your Doctor To Do
October 1, 2013Have your doctor run the following tests, all of which can be obtained through a simple blood draw:
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What Are Blood Tests?
October 1, 2013Blood tests help doctors check for certain diseases and conditions. They also help check the function of your organs.
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Lyme Disease Test
August 1, 2013Antibody tests can sometimes be used to help identify Lyme disease.
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July 22, 2013Lead exposure from Firing Ranges can be monitored through periodic blood testing.
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The 10 Most Important Blood Tests To Take Yearly
June 1, 2013Annual blood testing is the most important step aging adults (25yr olds and above) can take to prevent life-threatening diseases.
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Screening Tests for Men: What You Need and When
June 1, 2013Screening tests can find diseases early when they are easier to treat. These tests can save your life.
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Request A Test Offers New Stool Testing Category
May 16, 2013Request A Test has launched a new category for Stool Testing. These tests are important for aiding in the diagnosis of digestive disorders.
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Celiac Disease Diagnosis
May 1, 2013A person seeking diagnosis MUST be following a daily diet that contains gluten for at least 4 weeks in order for test results to be accurate.
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What are the appropriate screening tests for Celiac Disease?
May 1, 2013What are the appropriate screening tests for celiac disease? The tests of choice are antibody measurements in the blood, ideally performed before the patient has removed gluten from the diet.
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The Importance of Tuberculosis Awareness
March 1, 2013To many Americans, tuberculosis may seem like an obscure disease...
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Testing for TB Infection
March 1, 2013Tuberculosis is a disease that is spread through the air from one person to another.
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The QuantiFERON-TB Gold
March 1, 2013The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has released its new TB guidelines...
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Simple Blood Test Predicts Heart Disease
February 1, 2013You may not know it now, but one day soon your C-reactive protein level may be as familiar to you as your cholesterol numbers.
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Heart-Health Screenings
February 1, 2013The key to preventing cardiovascular disease is managing your risk factors.
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Diagnosing Heart Disease
February 1, 2013Various tests are used to diagnose heart disease.
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The Importance of STD Tests
December 1, 2012STD tests are something no one likes to talk about
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STD Testing: Which Tests You Should Get and Why
December 1, 2012Doctors have their own opinions about who should be tested..
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The A1c Test And Diabetes
November 1, 2012The A1C test is a blood test that provides information about a person’s average levels of blood glucose.
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5 Important Tests For Type 2 Diabetes
November 1, 2012Thankfully, testing for type 2 diabetes is lot easier now
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Beyond Blood Sugar: Testing A1c
November 1, 2012What's your A1c?
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The Simple Blood Test That Could Save Your Life
October 1, 2012
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15 Medical Tests Every Man Should Have
October 1, 2012Medical screening tests are a great way to keep on top of your health.
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Dr. Oz's 10 Ways To Live Healthier
October 1, 2012Suck in and measure your waist at your belly button. It should ideally be less than half your height
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Importance Of Cholesterol Screening
September 1, 2012The higher your blood cholesterol level is, the greater the chance of developing heart disease.
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Why Cholesterol Screening is Important
September 1, 2012The importance of cholesterol screening hit home with me recently as a member of my family suffered a heart attack.
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Have I Been Vaccinated?
August 1, 2012The only way to be absolutely certain about what vaccinations you’ve received is...
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Immunization: Are you immune to a disease?
August 1, 2012I'm unsure of my current immunization status. How can I tell if I'm immune to a disease?
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Hepatitis C testing rate low in the US
July 1, 2012Only a quarter of US individuals in the generation most likely to have hepatitis C have been tested
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CDC recommends hepatitis C tests for all baby boomers
July 1, 2012The federal government has called for all baby boomers to be tested for hepatitis C
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Hepatitis Test Urged in All Pregnancies
July 1, 2012Health officials have recommended that all pregnant women be tested for type B hepatitis
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CDC Report Supports Expanded HIV Screening
June 18, 2012A recently published report by the CDC includes some good news...
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection - Exams and Tests
June 18, 2012Getting tested for HIV can be scary...
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Request A Test Offers Discounted Testing for National HIV Testing Day
June 14, 2012In honor of National HIV Testing Day, Request A Test is offering discounted HIV testing June 16 through June 30, 2012.
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Lyme Disease: The Test
June 1, 2012Lyme disease tests are used to determine if a person with characteristic symptoms has been infected by Borrelia burgdorferi.
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Lyme Disease
June 1, 2012Lyme disease is caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi. Blacklegged ticks carry these bacteria.
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Lyme disease: Test and Diagnosis
June 1, 2012Lyme disease has many nonspecific symptoms that often are found in other conditions.
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Celiac Disease Diagnosis and Testing
May 1, 2012Celiac disease is suspected when individuals have signs or symptoms of malabsorption or malnutrition.
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Gluten: What You Don't Know Might Kill You
May 1, 2012Something you're eating may be killing you, and you probably don't even know it!
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Understanding Celiac Disease
May 1, 2012Celiac disease is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed.
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How to Get a Sexually Transmitted Disease Without Having Sex
April 1, 2012Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be transmitted without sex, that is, without intercourse.
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Sexually Transmitted Infection Testing
April 1, 2012Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are some of the most widespread infections both in the United States and the world
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Chronic Kidney Disease - Exams and Tests
March 1, 2012Tests for chronic kidney disease are vital to help find out:
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Protect Your Kidneys by Controlling Diabetes and High Blood Pressure
March 1, 2012Diabetes and high blood pressure are common causes of kidney disease.
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What is GFR?
March 1, 2012GFR - glomerular filtration rate is the best test to measure your level of kidney function and determine your stage of kidney disease.
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How To Have A Healthy Heart For Life
February 1, 2012Ninety-nine percent of heart disease is preventable by changing your diet and lifestyle.
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The Best Screening Tests for People Without Symptoms of Heart Disease
February 1, 2012A number of new screening methods are available to spot heart trouble ahead.
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Heart Failure
February 1, 2012Diagnosing early heart failure can be a challenge.
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Study on Breast Cancer and Benign Thyroid Disease
January 12, 2012New study finds breast cancer patients more likely to have benign thyroid disease and may benefit from thyroid testing. Read article courtesy of Request A Test today.
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What is Hypothyroidism and When Should You Get Routine Testing?
January 12, 2012Be proactive and stay informed. Learn what hypothyroidism is and what prominent organizations say about getting routine testing. Visit Request A Test today.
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'Thyroid support' supplements called ineffective, risky
January 1, 2012Non-prescription "thyroid support" dietary supplements commonly used for weight loss and fighting fatigue are mostly ineffective and may pose a health threat, a new study warns
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For Some, Psychiatric Trouble May Start in Thyroid
January 1, 2012In patients with depression, anxiety and other psychiatric problems, doctors often find abnormal blood levels of thyroid hormone.
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Could you have a thyroid problem?
January 1, 2012Google "thyroid disease" and you'll find well over five million references.
And that's precisely the problem, says thyroid expert Sara Rosenthal.
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STD Testing: Which Tests You Should Get And Why.
December 1, 2011Doctors have their own opinions about who should be tested for which sexually transmitted disease (STD), but it's really up to you.
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Why an STD test could save your life
December 1, 2011The word "test" makes most people cringe. Images of grammar school, pop quizzes, and the SATs come to mind.
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Syphilis infections up; progress made on other STDs
December 1, 2011A decade ago, the sexually transmitted disease syphilis was on the verge of elimination. Today, a new study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a 39 percent increase in the disease from 2006 to 2009, with most new cases appearing in young black men.
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How Often Should I Test for STDs?
November 22, 2011Wonder how often you should be tested for STDs? This article can help you decide. Keep on top of your health with confidential STD testing from Request A Test online.
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Gonorrhea and Chlamydia: Pain-Free STD Urine Testing
November 22, 2011Confidential and pain-free STD urine testing does exist. Learn more now because untreated STDs can cause irreversible damage, even for men. Get urine testing info.
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Types of Hepatitis - A, B, C: Why Test?
November 22, 2011Learn the similarities and differences of Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C and why you should test. Confidential online hepatitis testing is available. Get info.
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Pre-Diabetes Testing Q & A
November 7, 2011
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Herpes Testing Options: Distinguishing between Different Kinds of Herpes
November 7, 2011
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The Benefits of Confidential STD Testing
November 7, 2011
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Benefits of Direct Consumer Lab Testing
November 7, 2011
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Why Order Lab Tests Online? | Online Ordering for Lab Tests
November 7, 2011
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366 Million People Worldwide Now Have Diabetes
November 1, 2011An estimated 366 million people worldwide now suffer from diabetes and the global epidemic is getting worse, health officials said Tuesday.
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Can Diabetes Be Prevented
November 1, 2011Parents want to protect their kids from everything, which is virtually impossible, of course. But can you prevent your child from getting diabetes?
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New Study Shows Spike in Diabetes Worldwide
November 1, 2011The number of adults with diabetes in the world has more than doubled since 1980, a study shows.
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Celiac Disease Testing: When Gluten is Your Enemy
October 27, 2011Celiac disease testing can identify if gluten is your body’s enemy. Learn about celiac disease and why testing is important. Visit Request A Test today.
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A National Epidemic: Glucose Testing Can Identify Diabetes
October 27, 2011Glucose testing can help identify diabetes risks. Do you know where your health stands with the national diabetes epidemic? Get info about online glucose testing.
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The Overlooked Diagnosis of Celiac Disease
October 1, 2011It took three decades to figure out what was making Donna Sawka so sick.
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Celiac Disease on the Rise in U.S.
October 1, 2011Complaints of celiac disease are on the rise in the United States, with more and more people growing ill from exposure to products containing gluten.
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Understanding Celiac Disease
October 1, 2011Celiac disease is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. Yet, experts believe that nearly one in 100 people may have this autoimmune ailment, which is triggered by exposure to the protein gluten in wheat and similar proteins in rye and barley. People with celiac disease, or CD, have a genetic predisposition to the illness.
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What your cholesterol number really says
September 1, 2011Learning your cholesterol numbers -- the good, the bad and the total -- is a well-established part of the annual physical exam.
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About Cholesterol
September 1, 2011It may surprise you to know that cholesterol itself isn't bad. In fact, cholesterol is just one of the many substances created and used by our bodies to keep us healthy.
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Request A Test Offers New Celiac Testing Services
August 22, 2011People who exhibit any range of symptoms associated with celiac disease after eating gluten should be tested as soon as possible. Early detection can help prevent serious complications such as lymphoma and gastrointestinal cancer, the latter of which has an increased chance 40 to 100 times that of the normal population.
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Request A Test Offers Discounted Testing for National Immunization Awareness Month
August 15, 2011The month of August is the most practical time to promote immunization awareness because children are going back to school, older students are entering college, and healthcare workers are getting ready for the upcoming flu season. Before vaccinations were available, children were disproportionately affected by mortality rates associated with tuberculosis, polio, smallpox and many other diseases that can now be prevented.
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The Hepatitis A Virus Loves Summertime
July 29, 2011As one of five known hepatitis viruses that infect the liver
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The Varicella Test - Determining Your Immunity To Chickenpox
July 29, 2011Throughout life, we contract or are exposed to numerous infections.
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Hepatitis B Fast Facts
July 29, 2011Hepatitis B is the most common serious liver infection in the world.
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Lyme Disease: Where's the Vaccine?
July 8, 2011With summer upon us, ticks are out again,
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Lyme Disease-Borreliosis Around the World
July 8, 2011Lyme disease gets its name from Lyme, Connecticut
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5 Things You Should Know About Lyme Disease and the Worst Case Scenario
July 6, 2011Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in America, with 16,000 new cases reported each year.
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Live Longer: Eat Right, Exercise and Know Your Numbers
June 28, 2011With the demands of work, family, and other activities, it's often difficult for people to find the time to exercise and eat right.
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Testosterone - What It Does And Doesn't Do
June 28, 2011When you think of testosterone, what comes to mind? Macho men? Aggressive, impatient, type A behavior? Road rage? Violence?
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Men's Health Tune-Up Schedule: Medical Tests
May 31, 2011Not one for annual checkups? OK, but you still need these medical tests and exams.
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Request A Test Announces the Addition of Prenatal and Thyroid Testing Services
May 12, 2011Request A Test, Ltd., a privately held business offering direct-to-consumer lab screenings in a rapid, discreet and affordable way, has just announced the addition of prenatal and thyroid testing to its list of screening services.
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Vitamin D-licious: New News You Need to Know
January 26, 2011Earlier this year, I had my vitamin D level checked for the first time in my life.
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15 Medical Tests Every Man Should Have
January 26, 2011Medical screening tests are a great way to keep on top of your health.
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CDC Report Supports Expanded HIV Screening
January 26, 2011A recently published report by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) includes some good news
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Preconception planning: Is your body ready for pregnancy?
December 8, 2010If you've decided to get pregnant, you may already be emotionally prepared to have a baby.
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Understanding Hepatitis: The Basics
December 8, 2010Hepatitis is a general term that means inflammation of the liver.
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Triglyceride FAQs - MSN
December 8, 2010Triglycerides are a type of fat derived from the food we eat.
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Oral Sex: What's the Real Risk?
November 15, 2010The chances of HIV being transmitted from an HIV+ person to an HIV-negative person depends on the type of contact.
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More Older Americans Living With HIV
November 15, 2010Better treatments are extending the lives of people with HIV,
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STD testing: Don't assume older means safer
June 22, 2010I was asked the other day if I recommended sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing before sex for older couples. The answer is a firm yes!
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Chlamydia Prevention: Challenges and Strategies for Reducing Disease Burden
June 22, 2010With over 1.2 million cases reported annually, Chlamydia trachomatis infection (chlamydia) is