2014

According to The Huffington Post, an Argentine woman has died recently as the result of attempting to give herself breast implants. Sonia Perez Llanson, age 39, had injected herself with petroleum jelly in an effort to increase her breast size. Shortly after, she developed difficulty breathing. After a month of hospitalization, Llanson died when vaseline […]

Did you know that many of the products being sold to help improve the appearance of your skin could actually be majorly damaging it? One way women often damage their face is through bleaching — intended to eliminate the appearance of facial hair, or to hide skin discoloration. However, bleach can cause tissue damage if […]

Did you know that Terry Chimes, the original drummer of historic punk band The Clash, is now a chiropractor in Essex, England? The musician has had a love of biology and healing for his entire life, so it was only natural that in 1994 he began to pursue a career in chiropractic health and wellness. […]

According to the most recent estimates, individuals who smoke one pack of cigarettes per day spend approximately $160 each month on cigarettes. In states like New York, which place high taxes on cigarettes, a pack-a day smoker can spend more than $225 per month! Of course, there are ways to get cheaper cigarettes … like […]

Back and neck pain is a common health complication affecting many adults each year. Chances are that at some point of your life, you may experience this nagging, and sometimes debilitating pain. In fact, nearly 8 out of every 10 people will suffer from lower back pain at some point of their life. So, it’s […]

It’s not a secret that many Americans struggle with their weight. Of the 65 percent of Americans who are currently overweight or obese, about 26.5 percent of those are obese. Many companies claim to have found the secret solution to weight loss. However, there’s really only one way to healthily lose weight and keep it […]

Although U.S. urgent care centers treat approximately three million Americans each week, some people seem to consider urgent care temperary alternatives to crowded hospital emergency rooms. But the fact is that urgent care centers are probably the best permanent solution for individuals looking for same-day emergency medical treatment. Even though hospital emergency rooms or trauma […]