This blog has been adapted from an article out of the Summer 2014 issue of WakeMed’s Heart to Heart magazine. In hospital-speak, a Code STEMI (or STsegment elevation myocardial infarction) signifies a serious type of heart attack in which a major artery leading to the heart is blocked. For a patient experiencing this kind of […]
For adults and children who cannot swim, extreme caution must be used when enjoying time in a pool, lake, river or ocean. Drowning is one thing, but if someone has a near-drowning experience and seems fine after being pulled to safety, are there any implications later on? Although rare, secondary drowning could be a concern. What […]
Scoliosis is a disordered growth that creates a rotation in the spine. It’s typically diagnosed in pre-teen or teenage children and is far more common in girls (90 to 95 percent) than in boys (five to 10 percent). A little more than one percent of the population, or 3.5 million people, have scoliosis. The most […]
Did you know North Carolina is in the stroke belt? It is true. North Carolina is one of 11 states in the country where residents have a higher incidence of stroke. This 11 state area is what medical experts call the stroke belt. It is very important to identify stroke symptoms early because receiving fast […]
Recently, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranked the top 100 cities in the United States that cause trouble for people who suffer from spring allergies. See list here. Scores were based on the prevalence of certain types of pollen and molds, pharmacy data for prescription allergy medicines in the area and the number […]
You’ve probably heard about how painful a kidney stone can be, but do you know much more about these pesky little pebbles? A kidney stone is a small, hard concretion that is formed in the kidney from minerals and acid salts found in the urine. Kidney stones are usually not painful until they obstruct the […]
Contrary to popular belief, joint pain is not a normal part of aging. If your joints hurt, arthritis may be the culprit. Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint, and it can affect any structure inside a joint including the lining, bones, cartilage and supporting tissues. Someone with arthritis may experience pain, stiffness, swelling, joint […]
For men over the age of 45, low testosterone is a fairly common problem. In fact, around 40 percent of men in this age group have low testosterone. Often, it explains why they are experiencing low energy and an overall lack of “mojo.” Other symptoms include a decrease in libido, muscle mass, erections and exercise stamina, as well […]
Cold and flu season sends us running for the drug store seeking miracle cures. Unfortunately, cold and flu are caused by viruses and the best treatments available only make the symptoms a little less intense. Choosing the best medication to address your symptoms can be very confusing because there are a lot of products crowding the […]
Research shows that 45 to 50 percent of normal adults – about 40 million – snore. Snoring can not only be a nuisance to those who sleep with or near you, but it can negatively impact your quality of life due to interrupted or lost sleep. Habitual snorers, or those whose snoring is getting worse […]
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