MRSA is short for methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus – a bacterial infection that’s contagious. This infection is worth knowing more about because it’s not just a threat to the person who contracts it, but also to those living around them. Plus, this particular infection is such a strong and resilient one that it’s able to withstand […]
Conditions
12 Distressing OCD Symptoms
OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a disturbing phenomenon. When someone suffers from this disorder, they usually have a very unique and serious pattern of thinking and behaving. The issue is only labeled as a mental illness if and when the person’s actions become so extreme that they’re unable to lead a normal lifestyle. OCD is […]
10 Unusual Skin Diseases
Your skin is a very important organ in your body. In fact, it is the largest organ of the body and likely one that you do not think too much about until you have an issue such as a rash or a bruise. The skin provides the first line of defense when it comes to […]
10 Threatening Aspartame Side Effects
Nearly 180 million Americans regularly use some form of artificial sweetener. This includes aspartame. The problem with this is that while these artificial sweeteners are touted as being a safe alternative to using sugar and even that they promote weight loss is actually a myth. In fact, from the beginning the story of aspartame has […]
14 Potential Causes of Leg Cramps
We all have experience muscle cramps. We know they are painful, and they can prevent us from using the affected limp until the cramp is over. But what is exactly a cramp? It feels like a part of our body gets too rigid and hard, and sometimes we flex the end of a limb, like […]
14 Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms You Need to Know
Irritable bowel syndrome is a digestive condition that affects people of all ages and genders, although it is twice as frequent in women and mostly developed at a young age. It has been defined as a chronic condition, so to date there is no identified cure for it. Even more, the exact causes and mechanisms […]