What is Attention Deficit Disorder by Vanessa Ferie
The American Psychiatric Association published a manual in 1952 called the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. This manual is still used today as a reference material by healthcare providers and insurance agencies. This manual has been updated many times throughout the years, to stay current on the ever-evolving; understanding of mental disorders. The […]
WHAT IS ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE BY RUDOLF R MIJACEVIC
It is non-reversible brain disorder that attacks brain cells and steals the mind of the affected. Imagine how someone would feel if his/her loved one has just disappeared. It could be mother, father, brother or sister. It could be anyone who has wandered off because he or she has Alzheimer’s disease. Did you know that […]
What is Narcolepsy by Clarence Janiszewski
In our everyday life we all sleep some most than others. Getting a nice well sleep is important to us. People without sleep is an ugly sight. Trust me I know because I’m the same way I get a little cranky when I don’t get enough sleep that’s why I make sure I get the […]
ALL ABOUT CROHN’S DISEASE by Laura Hedgeman
Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease of the gastrointestinal tract (GI). In 1932 Crohn’s disease was explicated by Dr. Burill B. Crohn, whom the disease was also named after, and his two fellow colleagues Dr. Leon Ginzburg and Dr. Gordon D. Oppenheimer. Crohn’s is a chronic disease that affects men and women equally. It […]
What is Asthma by Jenna Schneider
Millions of people are affected by asthma each year. One hundred million people are estimated to have asthma by the year 2025. Knowing how to properly manage to live with asthma is very important. Unfortunately, there is no cure for asthma, but there are plenty of treatment options available for the patient seeking help from […]
Albinism By Huynh (Diem) Phan
Albinism is a genetic defect that affects thousands of people each day. This defect affects all races. Unlike other deficiencies or diseases that are easily hidden, Albinism is physically apparent. It is caused by an altered gene that controls the body from producing melanin it which gives humans the pigment color. There are many types […]