I am Dr. Patrick Flanagan, and this is my Doctor Health Secrets newsletter.I am a scientist with over 300 inventions related to health, longevity and medicine. This newsletter installment is about a painful condition called gout and what effects it has on your body. Pain Is Not The Name of The GameNo one likes pain, no one likes discomfort, and no one likes having to tell their friends that they have an affliction known as gout. Gout is an acute...more
Those of us who have so-called "genital herpes" are caught between a rock and a hard place. On one hand we are ostracized by the minority of the population (about 40%) who don't currently have herpes simplex in their body, which is bad enough, but more cruelly we are often isolated by our fellow members of the herpes community who have so-called cold sores (heroes simplex 1 of the mouth and face). Frankly the lack of support form the majority of...more
What is SIDS?SIDS stands for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. It is the sudden and unexplained death of a baby under 1 year of age. Because many SIDS babies are found in their cribs, some people call SIDS "crib death." But, cribs do not cause SIDS. Facts About SIDSDoctors and nurses do not know what causes SIDS, but they do know:- SIDS is the leading cause of death in babies after 1 month of age to 1 year of age. - Most SIDS deaths happen in babies under 6 months old. - Babies placed to sleep on their stomachs are much more likely to die of SIDS than babies placed on their backs to sleep. - Babies are more likely to die of SIDS if they are placed to sleep on top of soft bedding or if they are covered by soft bedding.- African American babies are 2 times more likely to die of SIDS than white babies. - American Indian babies are almost 3 times more likely to die of SIDS than white babies.Even though there is no way to know which babies might die of SIDS, there are some things that you can do to make your baby safer.What Can I Do to Help Lower the Risk of SIDS?Always place your baby on his or her Back to Sleep, even for naps. This is the safest sleep position for ahealthy baby to reduce...more
On January 5th 2006 researchers annouced their studies, they learned that protein p11 plays a key role in depression. Protein p11 appears to regulate signaling of the brain chemical Serotonin. In so many studies done before Serotonin has been linked with depression and also anxiety disorders. The funny thing is Serotinon is what nearly every...more
As the saying goes "Quitters never win and winners never quit!" but sometimes it's hard to keep going when you can't see the light at the end of the tunnel and you know there's a long road ahead. If you're wavering in your latest weight loss goal, ask yourself these questions before you throw in the towel. If you are able to step back and...more
Do you know what is the biggest enemy of skin's natural fairness? The answer is simple: black enzymes.Do you know that Asian skin is more prone to dark spots? Skin color is determined by the amount of pigment (or melanin) present. Asian skin contains a heterogeneous mix of 2 types of melanin - phaeomelanin and eumelanin - that results in pigmentation irregularities such as dark spots and increased sensitivity to sunlight.Over the past years, aesthetics companies and medical professionals have been introducing numerous skin whitening innovations into the consumer market, ranging from high-end niche treatments to budget skin whitening solutions, all of which promise to deliver that desirable lightening result on your skin, to give you that lovely fair skin that you have always wanted.When it comes to fashion, you choose what fits you. With such an overwhelming range of skin whitening options available, how do you decide which is the real effective skin whitening solution that is going to work for you? Savvy consumers will know that it is not sufficient to just choose the best skin whitening product / treatment, you have to choose the skin whitening product / treatment that works best...more
When you are experiencing neck and shoulder pain at your computer, there are simple actions you can take to help you feel better.It is very important to understand how your body reacts with the design of your computer work area. Of equal concern is...more
Exploring Treatment Options for Patients with AutismAlthough there is no known cure for autism, a combination of specialized treatment and education programs can often help many patients. The most common autism treatment options involve both...more
With the New Year coming in, people by the droves put theirNew Year's resolutions in gear. For many health clubs, themonth of January marks the easiest time of the year to enticeand underdeliver the hopes and desires of the unsuspectingpublic.Now,...more
Obviously, smoking cigarettes is dangerous to your health. According to various studies on the effects of cigarette smoking, it is responsible for one out of every five deaths in the U.S. and is the most addictive and destructive over-the-counter...more
Is a tummy tuck for me?Abdominoplasty, or "tummy tuck" is a major surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the stomach and tightens the abdominal muscles. Many people who are unable to achieve desired results with traditional diet and...more
I have herpes, don't you?You don't?Are you sure?I wouldn't be so sure if I were you.Unless you have had a recent type-specific blood test to test for the presence of herpes simplex antibodies you cannot say with any certainty that you don't have...more