Archive for December, 2011
Emerging Infectious Diseases
Posted by admin in Infectious Diseases on December 29, 2011
As the name suggests, an emerging infectious disease is indeed one that follows an upward rising curve on the most contacted infections lately graph. However, there are a few more other specifications that differentiate emerging infectious diseases from the generically prevailing ones. Foremost among these specs is the time factor. A disease is recognized as an emerging one if its incidence has seen a spurt in the last 20 years, and is extrapolated to continue to increase in frequency and intensity in the near future. Besides time, a lot of other factors also determine whether or not a particular disease qualifies as an emerging infectious disease. Let’s first take a look at these other determining factors, before going on to casting a glance at the various infectious diseases that are included within the scope of emerging or re-emerging infectious diseases.
Various Determining Factors
Besides the time period during which a spurt is seen in the incidence of a particular infection, other factors that determine whether or not an infectious disease qualifies to be touted as emerging, include the following: Read the rest of this entry »
How to Enhance Immune System
Posted by admin in Immune System on December 27, 2011
Let me clear something out for you. People are not just ‘lucky’ when it comes to being healthy and strong. People who seem healthy can also get sick every now and then. The reason, weak immune system. You may have noticed that right around winter, as the climate changes and the cold temperatures set in, you begin to have runny nose and sniffles. It’s not an uncommon phenomenon as many around you are experiencing similar issues. And before we know it, the season of cold and flu begins. But what if I told you that this winter, you can stay free of cold and flu? I bet you’re wondering how is that possible? One of the simplest ways to do so is improve weak immune system. And that’s what this article is all about, learning about various foods and techniques on how to enhance immune system. Go through the article to understand how to boost your immune system naturally.
Enhance your Immune System
We all know why a healthy immune system is necessary; it helps us keep us stay fit and free of allergies/illnesses. But there are several other immune system facts that many of us are unaware of. Read the article on immune system facts to learn more in detail.
In order to boost immune system, we have provided you with several, natural immune system enhancers. Read each of the immune system enhancement tips to find out how to enhance immune system. Read the rest of this entry »
Hypokalemia (Low Potassium) Complications
Posted by admin in Hypokalemia on December 25, 2011
Among the various nutrients our body requires for its daily functioning, is one dietary mineral and electrolyte known as potassium. This mineral remains stored in the body cells. Some of the most important functions of this nutrient in the body include helping in muscle building, maintaining a stable balance of electrolytes, aiding in nerve functioning, contributing in the proper regulation of blood pressure, and regulating the functioning of the heart and the kidneys. Now, due to certain factors, there could occur a dearth of this essential mineral in the body, causing the condition known as hypokalemia. 3.6 to 4.8 milliequivalents per liter (mEq/L) is considered to be the normal amount of potassium that is required by the body. Anything less than that, and especially lower than 2.5 mEq/L, can create a life-threatening situation for a person, which would require emergency medical aid. Symptoms that may be indicative of a person having low potassium levels may include weakness, cramps in muscles, constipation, fatigue, and abnormal beating of the heart. The possible hypokalemia complications are as follows.
Hypokalemia (Low Potassium) Complications
Cardiac Arrhythmia
Cardiac arrhythmia is nothing but irregular beating of the heart, in the form of the heart beating faster or slower than normal. Most cases of this problem do not indicate anything serious, but some do, and may even be life-threatening too. Although not all people experience any symptoms, some who do, may complain against: Read the rest of this entry »