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Dealing with Occasional Dizziness

by Aimee Amodio

05 Mar 2009 01:55 PM

There are different types of dizziness -- some that require a doctor's attention. But if you experience occasional, mild bouts of dizziness, you probably don't have to worry too much. Here are some tips to help you overcome occasional bouts of mild dizziness. Focus on a fixed point.

Different Types of Dizziness

by Aimee Amodio

04 Mar 2009 01:55 PM

Feeling lightheaded? Woozy? A little dizzy? You're not alone. Dizziness is one of the most common complaints general practitioners hear! Many different things can cause dizziness, which is why medical professionals distinguish between different types of dizziness.

Those Painful Bunions!

by Angel Lynn Diamond

13 Feb 2009 04:27 AM

Bunions first appear as a bump along the side of your foot at the base of the great toe or the big toe as most people call it. The actual name for this toe joint is called the MTP joint or metatarsophalangeal joint. This toe joint becomes enlarged and thus moves the other toes towards the others.

Raynaud's Phenomenon

by Angel Lynn Diamond

06 Feb 2009 08:17 PM

Do your fingers or toes discolor after being in the cold or the heat? This is a condition called Raynaud's phenomenon. It can also occur after a tense or emotional upset. This happens because the blood supply is in a diminished state due to spasms of the blood vessels.

Is ADHD Becoming More Common in Older Kids?

by Aimee Amodio

11 Nov 2008 01:09 PM

A report released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control in July 2008 took a look at attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. ADHD is characterized by impulsiveness, hyperactivity, and an inability to focus or concentrate.

More Thoughts on Invisible Illnesses

by Aimee Amodio

14 Oct 2008 03:45 PM

Living with an invisible illness can be a struggle. But you don't have to suffer in silence! Here are some things experts suggest to help make life with an invisible illness a little easier. Find a support group for people with your condition -- either online or in your area.

Knee Pain

by Aimee Amodio

03 Oct 2008 01:05 PM

In case you haven't noticed, a lot of my Health Blog articles are inspired by my own life. My interest in diabetes and Alzheimer's disease come from years as a caretaker for my grandmother, who suffers from both (and other health issues).

Adults with ADHD in the Workplace

by Aimee Amodio

31 Jul 2008 04:24 PM

A new study from the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) lose more than three weeks per year in workplace productivity.

Ergonomics in Action

by Aimee Amodio

17 Jul 2008 02:23 PM

A good friend of mine needed some help with data entry at her workplace, so she asked if I wanted to pitch in. It's been a long time since I put on my business clothes and went to work in an office, but I'm happy to help.

Living With an Invisible Illness

by Aimee Amodio

08 Jul 2008 03:46 PM

There are many different invisible illnesses out there -- diseases that don't necessarily come with an outward sign that says "hey, I'm sick" to the world.



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