Mesothelioma is a lethal cancer that can attack the membranes surrounding the heart, lung, and stomach. One interesting article that examines asbestos exposure in vitro is called, Human Alveolar Macrophage Cytokine Release in Response to in Vitro and in Vivo Asbestos Exposure by Raymond C. Perkins, Ronald K. Scheule1, Raymond Hamilton, Glen Gomes, Gary Freidman and Andrij Holian - Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Departments of...more
As many are already aware, asbestos exposure has been linked to a number of life threatening diseases. Most exposure related illnesses result from the inhalation of tiny asbestos particles or fibers. One interesting study that examined the rate of disease in miners is called, Relation between asbestosis and bronchial cancer in amphibole asbestos miners by G K Sluis-Cremer, B N Bezuidenhout - Br J Ind Med 1989;46:537-540 - Epidemiology Research...more
People that have worked within the asbestos industry or where the mineral was used in that products they handled are generally at higher risk for developing cancer and mesothelioma. One interesting study that examines the advantage of bleach digestions is called, A procedure for the isolation of amosite asbestos and ferruginous bodies from lung tissue and sputum by Marion G. Williams Jr. a; Ronald F. Dodson b; Carolyn Corn a;George A. Hurst - Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, Part A, Volume 10, Issue 4 & 5 October 1982 , pages 627 638. Here is an excerpt: Abstract - A comprehensive scheme is described for isolating amosite asbestos and ferruginous bodies from fixed and unfixed human lung tissue and sputum. This qualitative procedure avoids many of the problems associated with previous isolation techniques and illustrates the advantages of brief bleach digestions. The samples are digested in prefiltered Wright laundry bleach (9.2% sodium hypochlorite), collected on 0.2-m Nuclepore filters by vacuum filtration, rinsed with distilled water and absolute ethanol, and examined visually for excessive residue. If organic residues are suspected or are known to occur, the...more
Although Bell's palsy (which leaves the sufferer with partial paralysis on one side of their face), may sound frightening and cause discomfort and stigma, it can be treated in almost all cases. I want to share with you a 100% natural Bell's Palsy Treatment that frequently results in improvement within a few weeks, or at most, a few months. The...more
Everybody in this world has encountered any sort of panic attack. It can be caused by anxiety, worry, depression, nervous, fear, phobia, pressure and so on negative emotions. This can occur at random or after a person is exposed to various events that may trigger a panic attack. Panic attacks are periods of severe anxiety that happens due to...more
While the popularity of spas have recently experienced an upswing due to their provision of beautifying and stress relieving treatments, the practice dates back to medieval times. Belief in the healing effects of water transcends cultures and religions. Mineral water has long been drunk to cure iron deficiency. Natural hot and cold springs have long been used to bathe in both for personal hygiene, relaxation and relief from ailments such as arthritis. As far back as the 18th century, resort spas were attracting tourists. These health resort patrons socialized, dined, attended concerts and gambled in addition to bathing.The modern spa has evolved to become less about bathing and all about relaxation and beautification. The International Spa Association defines them as being "places devoted to overall well-being through a variety of professional services that encourage the renewal of mind, body and spirit."Modern technology has recreated the hot spring in the form of a hot tub, making it fully hygienic, accessible and comfortable. Traditional treatments like the saunas and steam baths too have been transformed. Consumers have a wide variety of choices based on their budget and goals,...more
Gout, also known as acute gouty arthritis, is a sudden onset of joint pain. This happens mostly in the legs and feet. Gout occurs when there is a build up of uric acid in the joints. Gout causes fever, joint pain, joint redness, stiff joints, and can...more
Many individuals deal with the embarrassment of experiencing warts. Warts are a result of a skin infection known as human papillomavirus (HPV).You must realize that there are many diverse strands of HPV that can create different problems from common...more
This year, the weather has been unfortunate. Indeed, those who take an interest in predicting such things suggest 2010 may be the worst year on record for seasonal allergies. It is all down to the late snow. The increased level of water that fell and...more
I was looking through some online coupon codes in search of some health & beauty coupons that I can use for my next facial treatment when I found the selection of Native Remedies coupon codes that instantly reminded me of a friend who had embraced an...more
El término estrés oxidativo se refiere al desequilibrio entre antioxidantes y radicales libres en el interior de la célula, en donde los radicales libres superan la capacidad de los antioxidantes, generando el medio idóneo para la propagación de...more
Important info about Mesothelioma By: MUHAMMAD FARHAN SIDDIQUI About the Author Siddiqui Arsalan is student of medical college and it is his hobby to read and write about different types of diseases.For more informations and my...more