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April has been designated as the annual Alcohol Awareness Month by The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. The first year celebrated for Alcohol Awareness Month was back in 1987.
By WD | Published 4/17/2008 | Read more »
Prevent Blindness America has named April as Women's Eye Health and Safety Month.
By WD | Published 4/16/2008 | Read more »
April is Foot Health Awareness and it is sponsored every April by the American Podiatric Medical Association.
By WD | Published 4/15/2008 | Read more »
Each April, the American Counseling Association sponsors Counseling Awareness Month. There are over 41,000 members of the American Counseling Association and they use this awareness campaign to educate the nation on the importance of counselors.
By WD | Published 4/2/2008 | Read more »
Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder that causes many uncomfortable and painful symptoms for the patient.
By WD | Published 4/1/2008 | Read more »
During the month of April, national campaigns for public health, youth violence prevention, infant immunization, and volunteering are celebrated.
By WD | Published 4/1/2008 | Read more »
April is a month rich with health awareness days. If you are looking for something to get involved with in April, take a look at some of these national annual awareness days and see if you can find something to volunteer for.
By WD | Published 4/1/2008 | Read more »
The International Cesarean Awareness Network is the sponsor of the annual Cesarean Awareness Month in April. According to the ICAN, cesarean deliveries account for almost one third of all births in the United States.
By WD | Published 3/27/2008 | Read more »
These bestselling books on CFS and Fibromyalgia from Amazon provide patients with practically everything they need to know about being sick, why they're sick and how to deal with the emotional baggage that comes from being sick.
By WD | Published 3/18/2008 | Read more »
There has been a lot of controversy over the years over whether Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a result of depression or if the depression comes once the illness has started. It is kind of like the chicken or the egg - which came first?
By WD | Published 3/18/2008 | Read more »
I never played with Barbie a lot as a child but I did have a few. My Barbie dolls were from the mid to late 1970's time period so they are not considered vintage Barbie dolls today.
By WD | Published 3/18/2008 | Read more »
National Save Your Vision Month by the American Optometric Association is a campaign that raises awareness of the importance for Americans to have regular eye exams and some tips on how to maintain eye health.
By WD | Published 3/14/2008 | Read more »
To those of you who are chronically ill, I think by stopping and reflecting over your life and your work ethic gives a total picture that can ease your mind with knowing that you are not lazy and never were.
By WD | Published 3/13/2008 | Read more »
As passionate as I am about health-related issues, I had to find out what the top ten Squidoo lenses were on Squidoo.
By WD | Published 3/12/2008 | Read more »
National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month was created by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation to promote and raise awareness, provide education and assistance to those who have this chronic illness and their families who are affected by it.
By WD | Published 3/7/2008 | Read more »
The idea is to provide the public with resources and information on colon cancer and that it no longer has to be a life-threatening disease.
By WD | Published 3/7/2008 | Read more »
March is filled with national health awareness campaigns and I never realized how many there were before now! Some of these national awareness weeks and days are rather interesting that occur each year. See how many of these health awareness weeks you never knew existed!
By WD | Published 3/4/2008 | Read more »
Trying to find a healthy eating plan has become increasingly difficult over the years, as more and more diets come out. There is also a lot of conflicting information out there on what to eat and what not to eat.
By WD | Published 3/4/2008 | Read more »
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects over 5.5 million women in the United States and Canada.
By WD | Published 3/3/2008 | Read more »
Chronic illness affects more than just the patient and more than the spouse of the patient. It affects relationships with your parents, siblings and children.
By WD | Published 2/26/2008 | Read more »
I'm not the only person who has had to accept and deal with the effects of chronic illness. My whole family is impacted by the daily ramifications of living with someone who is chronically ill.
By WD | Published 2/26/2008 | Read more »
Parenting a toddler takes a lot of time, energy, patience and love and raising children is a hard but rewarding job. Raising a family when you have a chronic illness takes some creativity at times but the child or children can still have a memorable, rewarding childhood.
By WD | Published 2/22/2008 | Read more »
The purpose of National Brain Injury Awareness Month in March is to help those who suffer from brain injuries tell their stories and raise awareness of the different types of brain injuries that can occur.
By WD | Published 2/21/2008 | Read more »
February 14th is not just for Valentine's Day - it is also National Donor Day. By sharing love for others on Valentine's Day you can also share the gift of life and become an organ donor.
By WD | Published 2/13/2008 | Read more »
National Condom Week is a yearly national awareness campaign to urge Americans to practice safe sex and to prevent sexually transmitted diseases, unwanted pregnancies, and AIDS.
By WD | Published 2/13/2008 | Read more »
National Children's Dental Health Month is celebrated every February to raise awareness about the importance of oral health - especially the oral health of our children. The slogan for this year's National Children's Dental Health Month is "Fight Tooth Decay 24/7!"
By WD | Published 2/13/2008 | Read more »
AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month is a campaign that was started to raise awareness for macular degeneration and other vision problems. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and it affects over 15 million adults over the age of 50.
By WD | Published 2/12/2008 | Read more »
February is the national observance for International Prenatal Infection Awareness Month. The goal of this observance, which was created in February 2007, is to help women who are pregnant prevent infection and keep their unborn baby safe and healthy.
By WD | Published 2/12/2008 | Read more »
Children of Alcoholics Week is a campaign that is held yearly the week of Valentine's Day. The goal of this national campaign is to raise the awareness of the impact that alcoholism and drug abuse has on children and offers strategies to help them.
By WD | Published 2/12/2008 | Read more »
The Dr. Phil show was bringing awareness to the increasing controversy spreading across the United States on "saggin" and how baggy pants has been outlawed in 12 states
By WD | Published 2/11/2008 | Read more »
The secondary market for Barbie back in 1995 was very lucrative and women and men were traveling all over the United States to find collector Barbie, particularly the vintage and special edition dolls.
By WD | Published 2/11/2008 | Read more »
Diabetes can go undiagnosed for quite some time for some patients, because at first some of the symptoms don't seem so severe. So it is easy to contribute the symptoms to something else.
By WD | Published 2/11/2008 | Read more »
It has been reported by TMZ.com that Delta Burke is in a psychiatric hospital for obsessive compulsive disorder, depression and hoarding.
By WD | Published 2/7/2008 | Read more »
Although you will probably never see the advice I provide in this article on the runways at New York Fashion Week, if you have Fibromyalgia you will want to pay close attention.
By WD | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
Dermatillomania is an obsessive compulsive disorder where a person has an intense urge and need to pick at their own skin.
By WD | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
Hannah Montana has become a household name and she is popular among toddlers, adolescents, teens and parents alike. Today I took my son to the local movie theater to see Hannah Montana Best of Both Worlds concert 3-D movie.
By WD | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
There are some headache triggers that affect only those who are extremely sensitive to their surroundings and activities.
By WD | Published 2/4/2008 | Read more »
Sleet, freezing rain and snow. That is our weather forecast until 7:00 p.m. Friday evening. As I look out the back window this morning, all I see is ice hanging off of trees and ice hanging off of power lines.
By WD | Published 2/1/2008 | Read more »
High cholesterol patients on Vytorin are worried about the safety and effectiveness of this medication. It has recently been found through clinical trials that Vytorin does not work.
By WD | Published 2/1/2008 | Read more »
Isn't the Internet wonderful? There isn't anything that we can't do from the comfort of our own homes these days - even go to the casino!
By WD | Published 1/31/2008 | Read more »
Credit cards seem to be the American standard for living these days. How many people do you see using cash anymore? We either use debit cards or credit cards for all of our purchases. Credit cards can be a great convenience and can be rewarding if they are used properly.
By WD | Published 1/30/2008 | Read more »
When Lyrica was approved by the FDA for Fibromyalgia last year, skeptics seemed to come out from everywhere to post their opinions about the drug and the illness. After reading many ignorant posts and articles on the subject, I felt I had to write something about it.
By WD | Published 1/29/2008 | Read more »
One of the most popular boy bands from the 1980s and early1990s, New Kids On the Block, have announced that their tour is cancelled.
By WD | Published 1/28/2008 | Read more »
Because this is the most important day of their lives, many brides take wedding myths and superstitions to heart and do not want to tempt fate on their blissful day.
By WD | Published 1/28/2008 | Read more »
Living with a chronic illness like Celiac Disease can be very overwhelming, particularly when first diagnosed. When we stop and think about all of the foods and products that contain gluten that they need to eliminate, it may seem hopeless to the patient.
By WD | Published 1/28/2008 | Read more »
When I was first diagnosed with Benign Essential Tremor, I was surprised to find that there was not a lot of information or support available for people with this chronic illness.
By WD | Published 1/28/2008 | Read more »
Chicago morning news anchor, Randy Salerno, died on Thursday, January 24, 2008 in a snowmobiling accident near Eagle River, Wisconsin.
By WD | Published 1/25/2008 | Read more »
Busy Philipps, a co-star with Michelle Williams on Dawson's Creek, is reportedly helping Michelle Williams through the grieving process over Heath Ledger's death.
By WD | Published 1/24/2008 | Read more »
The world was saddened to hear the news of the death of 28-year-old Heath Ledger. News reports have revealed that Heath took the prescription sleep aid, Ambien to help him sleep along with anti-anxiety medications.
By WD | Published 1/23/2008 | Read more »
The 80th Annual Academy Awards will be held live on February 24, 2008 at 8 p.m. EST. Actor and actress Oscar nominees attend the awards in hopes that they will be receive golden statue of success - the "Academy Award of Merit".
By WD | Published 1/22/2008 | Read more »
Along with prescription medications, bladder instillation and distention are common forms of treatment for Interstitial Cystitis.
By WD | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
Interstitial Cystitis is treatable with using either a single medication, or for many patients, using a combination of medications and other therapies.
By WD | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
Research has found that CFS is associated with immune system changes that may be caused by viral infections.
By WD | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
As with any other illness, diet is a big part of controlling the symptoms and decreasing any irritation to the bladder.
By WD | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
It can be impossible for many of us to be pain free even with using these medications or combinations of these medications. But the medication can dull and ease the pain enough so that we can function daily.
By WD | Published 1/21/2008 | Read more »
One area of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome we do not hear a lot about is how CFS affects children and adolescents who have it.
By WD | Published 1/18/2008 | Read more »
On the Oprah Winfrey show today, Dr. Christaine Northup talked about how a low glycemic diet is important for our health, especially women's health.
By WD | Published 1/18/2008 | Read more »
Fibromyalgia is treatable and patients can learn how to cope and live with their illness.
By WD | Published 1/17/2008 | Read more »
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia patients will go through what seems like a never-ending cycle of insomnia, unrestful sleep followed by debilitating fatigue.
By WD | Published 1/15/2008 | Read more »
Prescription and over-the-counter medications are available to help treat the sleep disturbances. Each person's body is different so what may work for one person will not necessarily work for the next.
By WD | Published 1/15/2008 | Read more »
Benign Essential Tremor, or BET, is a movement disorder that causes uncontrollable shaking in the head, hands, arms, and legs.
By WD | Published 1/14/2008 | Read more »
BET is a progressive disorder where shaking typically occurs in the head, hands, jaw and legs.
By WD | Published 1/11/2008 | Read more »
Something an older man needs to consider when he dates or marries a younger woman is that she still may be of childbearing years.
By WD | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
I have been able to find a few online resources and support websites and blogs that have been a great source of information.
By WD | Published 1/9/2008 | Read more »
What I enjoy the most from the personal patient blogs is that they are written by ill people who relate to me. Their daily struggles are my daily struggles. They are able to write about treatments, symptoms, research and medication in layman's terms.
By WD | Published 1/9/2008 | Read more »
Whether or not you believe middle child syndrome is real, I know for a fact that it is because I live it daily. Growing up as the middle child was difficult and even as an adult it still continues.
By WD | Published 1/9/2008 | Read more »
The Vitamin D Council states that Vitamin D deficiency can also cause stroke, osteoporosis, muscle weakness, muscle wasting and birth defects.
By WD | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
For the past several years extremely thin has been the "in thing". Over the last decade the high fashion models have been getting thinner and thinner.
By WD | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
Interstitial Cystitis is a bladder disease that causes mild to severe discomfort and pain in the bladder area and vaginal area.
By WD | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
When I expressed my desires to my Aveda stylist for fuller hair, she recommended two of their products: Aveda Pure Abundance Volumizing Shampoo and Aveda Pure Abundance Volumizing Clay Conditioner.
By WD | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
Interstitial Cystitis, also known as IC Disease for short, is a painful, chronic bladder disease. IC is so painful due to the inflammation of the bladder wall. Like many other chronic illnesses, the cause is unknown and it can be very frustrating living with this illness.
By WD | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
I tried out my Presto waffle maker yesterday for the first time and I was surprised and very pleased with how easy it is to use.
By WD | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
Through my many years of being chronically ill with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia, I have found many outlets to lean on for support and resources.
By WD | Published 1/7/2008 | Read more »
If you talk to most young kids and pre-teens and ask them what one of their favorite movies are, most likely you will hear, "High School Musical" and "High School Musical 2".
By WD | Published 1/3/2008 | Read more »
There are circumstances that can cause people to gain weight that are beyond their control. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia patients find once they become ill they start gaining weight.
By WD | Published 12/31/2007 | Read more »
Pure Weight Loss, formerly known as L.A. Weight Loss, announced last week that they will be closing over 400 of their weight loss centers. Some locations have already closed and all locations will be closed by January 4, 2008.
By WD | Published 12/26/2007 | Read more »
When you are chronically ill, it can be very difficult to have a positive attitude. When you are sick the last thing on your mind is being happy. But in order to cope and to get through life with a chronic illness, you need to develop a healthy emotional mindset.
By WD | Published 12/23/2007 | Read more »
Back several months ago, I wrote an article for Associated Content on The Effects of Middle Child Syndrome. At the time that I wrote this article, little did I know that I would receive so many page views, comments and even private messages regarding this article.
By WD | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Polymyalgia Rheumatica is an inflammatory disorder that causes widespread pain to many parts of the body including the hips, neck, thighs, shoulders and arms. People with Polymyalgia Rheumatica also experience achiness and stiffness in their muscles.
By WD | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Polymyalgia Rheumatica is a disorder that you do not hear a lot about but it is very painful for those who live with it.
By WD | Published 12/21/2007 | Read more »
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia are disabling illnesses for many women and men. Working a 40-hour a week job can be impossible for those severely impaired.
By WD | Published 12/20/2007 | Read more »
"...the most notorious pattern seen in severe chronic fatigue states is one in which a person who is feeling fine suddenly comes down with a brutal flu-like illness that never goes away."
By WD | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
The hypothalamus is the body's master gland and acts like the conductor in an orchestra.
By WD | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
According to the CDC, between 50% - 85% of patients with CFS report memory and concentration difficulties that contribute considerably to social and occupational dysfunction.
By WD | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Post-exertional malaise in CFS is defined as exacerbation of symptoms following physical or mental exertion, with symptoms typically increasing 12-48 hours after activity and lasting for days or even weeks.
By WD | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
Melatonin is a hormone that regulates your body's circadian rhythm - your day/night cycles.
By WD | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
People severely ill with chronic fatigue syndrome have a functional level that is significantly lower than that of someone with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, someone with heart disease or multiple sclerosis.
By WD | Published 12/12/2007 | Read more »
From the time I reached puberty, I remember coming down with at least two urinary tract infections (UTIs) and bladder infections every year. My parents had me at the doctors all of the time as it was and now these ailments caused even more trips to the doctor.
By WD | Published 6/21/2007 | Read more »
Direct sales companies such as Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Tupperware and many others all promote and promise an easier life and success if you just join their company.
By WD | Published 4/3/2007 | Read more »
The most effective way to eliminate pain in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia patients is to get at least nine hours of deep sleep every night, without waking up.
By WD | Published 3/30/2007 | Read more »
Being sick is hard and having an illness that many doctors still don't believe in is even harder.
By WD | Published 3/30/2007 | Read more »
When you first read the title of this article, you probably automatically think, "Who me? No, of course not! I would never be prejudiced against someone who is sick!"
By WD | Published 3/28/2007 | Read more »
I have always been a huge American Idol fan but this year I am losing my passion for the show.
By WD | Published 3/23/2007 | Read more »
Sleeping is a natural process that most people just do without thinking about.
By WD | Published 3/23/2007 | Read more »
Mary Kay beauty consultants are annoying, fake and pushy.
By WD | Published 3/20/2007 | Read more »
People who have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or CFS, have low energy levels and a low energy reserve.
By WD | Published 3/19/2007 | Read more »
I can't believe I am spilling my secret for the world to see. I have always been very ashamed of my problem and I have never talked to anyone about it - never.
By WD | Published 3/18/2007 | Read more »
Last week on Tyra Banks' talk show, she discussed her latest interview with People Magazine.
By WD | Published 3/14/2007 | Read more »
As I slowly watched my friend's life crash around her, I felt helpless and alone in my fight to help her.
By WD | Published 3/7/2007 | Read more »
I was in direct sales for many years. One factor that was always a constant was I was always searching for new leads to build my customer base.
By WD | Published 3/1/2007 | Read more »
For the past eight years, my husband and I have been sponsoring collectible toy shows in our area. We started sponsoring toy shows after having our own antique and collectible toy business for two years.
By WD | Published 2/27/2007 | Read more »
Although multi-level marketing and direct sales companies are legal, tactics used by many of the companies' sales force are unethical. MLMs are really nothing more than glorified pyramid schemes that promise financial freedom but typically only 1% makes it to that level.
By WD | Published 2/27/2007 | Read more »
It sucks being the middle child. Even though I am pushing 40 years old, the effects of being the middle child still linger to this day.
By WD | Published 2/19/2007 | Read more »
When I quit my full-time job to pursue Mary Kay as my career, a co-worker tried to warn me about the "Mary Kay cult".
By WD | Published 2/15/2007 | Read more »
If someone would have told me 15 years ago that I was going to end up marrying a man 22 years older than me, I would have said they were nuts.
By WD | Published 2/13/2007 | Read more »
Most people who suffer from CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome) at one time or another have asked themselves, "Am I crazy?" Or "Why doesn't anyone believe I'm sick?"
By WD | Published 2/13/2007 | Read more »
I have had CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome) for almost 20 years. It is a very real, debilitating and serious illness.
By WD | Published 2/13/2007 | Read more »
For many working mothers, it would be a dream come true to be able to stay at home with their children.
By WD | Published 2/10/2007 | Read more »
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