You love running and are thinking about finally pulling the trigger and signing up for that marathon. But after all the news stories about athletes dropping dead at the end of a race, you’re a little worried. What could cause a runner to suddenly drop dead?
Typically, sudden death during a marathon is due to a condition called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
To understand hypertrophic cardiomyopathy—HCM for short—it’s helpful to have a basic understanding of the heart’s anatomy. Read More»
With their holistic approach to health, chiropractors seem to have an unorthodox way of approaching healthcare. Because of this, many people wonder if a visit to the chiropractor will be worth their time and money. This article lists seven reasons why the answer to this question is, “Yes.”
Help with migraine and headache relief. One in twenty adults has a headache nearly every day, if not daily. This can be due to a number of reasons, many of which a visit to the chiropractor can help to relieve. Read More»
Flu season is coming, and that means lots of trips to the doctor. You do everything you can to stay healthy while you’re outside. You use plenty of hand sanitizer and you wash your hands after using the restroom. Did you know that there are also some other things you can be doing inside your home that can prevent the spread of germs? Your home is the first line of defense against germs that cause sickness. Read More»
Do you know that your seemingly “nice” actions to a partner abusing drugs can fuel his or her addiction problem? This is called being an enabler, and there are measures you can take to stop it. Here are three examples of such measures:
Don’t Clean Up After the Addict
Many addicts get so high that they cannot remember their actions when they get sober. If you have such a partner, then you may be tempted to look after him or her so well that he or she may not even know how bad his or her situation was. Read More»
It’s frustrating when you’re allergic to cats, because that might mean no one in your household can experience the joy of having a cat for a pet. If you or your kids really want to bring a cat into your family, you might be able to make it work if you take some precautions. If your allergic reaction is severe, you shouldn’t attempt to live in the same house as a cat, but if you only have mild or moderate symptoms, you can try these suggestions. Read More»
