One of the biggest problems with ageism in healthcare is that it leads to a lack of proper care for elderly patients. Many times, these patients are not seen as worth investing in, and as a result, their health can suffer greatly.
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The Sahara desert, once the largest desert in the world, is slowly being transformed into a lush forest. The Sahara covers 9.4 million square kilometers (3.6 million square miles), which is about the size of the entire United States of America.[1] But through a mix of efforts and projects meant to hold back the encroaching sands, the deserts are being held back.
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All of these efforts – establishing protected areas, working with local communities, and reducing the demand for rainforest products – are important ways to protect rainforests. By taking action on all three fronts, we can make a real difference in the fight to save these vital ecosystems.
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L-carnitine supplementation has been shown to improve heart health, increase energy levels and help with weight loss. This could explain why it has been an interest of the athletic community for quite some time.
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World Ocean Day is celebrated every year on June 8th. This day is dedicated to bringing awareness to the many different issues that affect our ocean and the marine life within it. People all around the world come together to participate in events that promote ocean conservation and educate others about the importance of keeping our oceans clean. In honor of World Ocean Day on June 8, we have put together a list of 9 easy ways that you can help to protect our oceans.
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A Cochrane review published in 2016 looked at 27 different studies exploring a range of issues leading to neck pain. This included whiplash, myofascial neck pain, arthritic changes and mechanical causes. They found acupuncture to be beneficial across conditions like these.
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When blood sugar is too high, glucose stays in the blood and cannot be used by our cells. This triggers the pancreas to release insulin, moving excess sugar into fat storage (ie weight gain). Over time, our bodies can even become resistant to the effects of insulin. This is called insulin resistance and it can lead to blood sugar imbalances that cause conditions like diabetes or metabolic syndrome.
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"[Laser] therapy is capable of reducing the severity and duration of oral mucositis associated with radiation therapy. In addition, there is a tremendous potential for using LEL in combined treatment protocols utilizing concomitant chemotherapy and radiotherapy." [6]
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Some people think that because there’s a hereditary or genetic component to migraine, they’ll just always have migraine episodes and there’s nothing that can be done.
But I do not believe that to be true. Yes, you may be predisposed to them – they are your ‘weak link’ – but you don’t have to be sentenced to a life with them.
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