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![Cocaine is the compound that comes from the leaves of coca plant in South America. The name of this drug was given by Albert Niemann while he was carrying out [...]](http://www.ygoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/97504522.jpg "Cocaine and Heart Problems")
Cocaine and Heart Problems
Posted on October 10, 2011 | No CommentsCocaine is the compound that comes from the leaves of coca plant in South America. The name of this drug was given by Albert Niemann while he was carrying out [...] -
![A unique way of measuring the lifestyle of an individual has been developed by the researchers at the University of Berlin. One can find out whether a person has a [...]](http://www.ygoy.com/wp-content/themes/arras/arras/images/thumbnail.png "Skin Test to Evaluate Healthy and Unhealthy Lifestyles")
Skin Test to Evaluate Healthy and Unhealthy Lifestyles
Posted on February 21, 2011 | 1 CommentA unique way of measuring the lifestyle of an individual has been developed by the researchers at the University of Berlin. One can find out whether a person has a [...] -
![Vitiligo or Leucoderma, is a skin disorder in which melanocytes (melanin producing cells) that are responsible for skin and hair color are destroyed or stop functioning. This results in depigmentation [...]](http://www.ygoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Vitiligo.JPG "Vitiligo – A “Curse” that Comes with Social Stigma Attached")
Vitiligo – A “Curse” that Comes with Social Stigma Attached
Posted on February 18, 2011 | No CommentsVitiligo or Leucoderma, is a skin disorder in which melanocytes (melanin producing cells) that are responsible for skin and hair color are destroyed or stop functioning. This results in depigmentation [...] -
ABCs of The Magnetic Resonace Imaging – MRI
Posted on September 26, 2009 | 1 CommentThe Human body is opaque.To understand the diseases and treat them well, we should know what happens within the body... -
Tips to Hold Down Health Costs
Posted on August 25, 2009 | No CommentsThe issue of health care cost is a nagging challenge for governments all over the world which provide a serious threat to damage a country’s economy. In American context, some statistical findings to substantiate the truth.. -
Asbestos Lung Cancer
Posted on August 11, 2009 | 5 CommentsAs the name indicates the asbestos lung cancer is the result of excessive asbestos contact. It is found mainly in workers who are engaged in manufacturing units. There might be a 20 years long period difference between the asbestos.. -
Forehead lifts for migraine
Posted on August 5, 2009 | No CommentsDoctors have come up with a treatment for migraine. It was found as a result of a case found in Stacy Porter, a 29 year old lady. She had severe migraine and it was diagnosed when she was 2 years old. The patient suffered 15 days in a month with severe migraine before she had the surgery. -
Snoring, Gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy
Posted on June 20, 2009 | 7 CommentsA recent study has reported an association between gestational diabetes in pregnant women and snoring. The study further finds a similar... -
What is heat stress?, What is heat stroke?
Posted on May 18, 2009 | No CommentsHeat stress, also known as heat stroke, is generally seen in the elderly people. The body gets heated and this causes heat stroke. At times, it can lead to damage [...] -
How to reduce tobacco use among employees through organizational policies?
Posted on May 4, 2009 | 2 CommentsReducing tobacco use among employees is an important step towards healthier staff and cleaner environment. Reducing tobacco use can be best done through organizational policies. Many organizations have adopted smoke-free policies in their organization. To reduce smoking, proper planning, implementation, and monitoring of the...
