Diabetes is a disease that affects millions of people every year. When someone has diabetes, it means that the body has an issue with producing and processing insulin, which the body then uses to keep energized. The pancreas is the part of the body that produces insulin, which is vital for processing glucose. If it’s not...
The body’s digestive system is the engine that propels the human body through a day’s activities. It’s also responsible for powering the immune system, absorbing and supplying nutrients to the bloodstream so the body can rebuild itself, and removal of waste products that the body generates. The better the digestive system works, the better the body feels and performs. Consuming...
Expecting mothers are some of the most excited people in the world. As soon-to-be moms prepare to welcome their new baby into the world they have a lot to look forward to. However, with a newborn baby comes a significant batch of new responsibilities and not enough hours in the day to do it all. Babies...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that over 12,000 children in the United States die each year. The CDC uses children to identify Individuals between the ages of zero and 19, including infants, toddlers, children, and young adults. Coping with a loss is never easy, but people face specific challenges when they deal...
Tooth Loss — Causes and Treatments When it comes to dental emergencies, tooth loss is one of the most painful yet common experiences that you could go through. In fact, according to a study done by the American College of Prosthodontists, over 178 million US citizens are missing at least one tooth. And keep in mind...
It always baffles my mind every time I meet people having the whitest teeth they one can ever have. Nothing can stop such people from radiating their beautiful smiles! It’s almost unfair that some people are blessed with beautiful white teeth while some have to struggle to stop themselves from smiling because they think their teeth...
Many medical conditions can be either relieved or controlled through a sensible, measured, and balanced diet. Rheumatoid arthritis and similar conditions are no exception. So, if rheumatologists diagnose such a condition, you do not only have medication to fall back on, you can also consider making changes to your diet. That is, eating foods which should...
Fear of a surgeon accidentally injuring your surrounding tissues or organs during surgery is one of the most common worries a woman has during a gynecological procedure. This intense emotion is gradually becoming a thing of the past, thanks to robotic surgeries. Your Summerlin robotic gynecological surgeon, Dr. Swainston, specializes in robot-assisted gynecological surgeries, such as...
