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		<title>Viagra: What you know and what you don’t!</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Apr 2011 15:49:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have heard about Viagra as a drug to treat male impotence. We have come across Viagra as a recreational drug used by men to enhance their sexual life. We have read women trying out Viagra without success. That’s not all. The British journal claims that Viagra can help flowers stand up straight for a [...]
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have heard about Viagra as a drug to treat male impotence. We have come across Viagra as a recreational drug used by men to enhance their sexual life. We have read women trying out Viagra without success. That’s not all. The British journal claims that Viagra can help flowers stand up straight for a longer period. The pill in smaller quantities increases the shelf life of cut flowers. So, they will survive a week more than their natural lifespan. This is good news to flower lovers’ worldwide.<br />
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<p><strong>More good news, animal lovers’</strong></p>
<p>In many countries, animal organs are used as aphrodisiacs or traditional medicines to improve male virility. Seal penises are popular in South East Asia. The organs are used in potions to improve virility. Penises of Tigers and Rhinoceroses, Deer tail, Snake blood, Toad skin and Tortoises are utilized as sexual enhancement ingredients. Animals are killed brutally and their parts are torn off to meet the demands of men.<span id="more-1654"></span></p>
<p>But Viagra has changed the lives of many, especially animals. With the advent of this safe and effective drug, people have switched off from traditional drugs to popular Viagra. They find it convenient, easy to consume and friendly. In Canada, Britain and China the sale of animal organs or drugs with its body parts have significantly reduced. Latest survey showed men more satisfied with Viagra than any other old or modern drug. So, thanks to Viagra for saving animal life.<br />
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<p><strong>Viagra may cure Heart enlargements</strong></p>
<p>Sildenafil citrate was tested on animals and it showed major developments towards treating heart enlargements. Though it has not been approved by researchers, Viagra was successful in controlling heart enlargements to a good extend in mice with blood pressure stress. People who have a larger than normal heart suffer from a serious medical condition called Hypertrophy. It can lead to heart failure, which can be fatal. If Viagra is permitted after clinical research and analysis, it will help many patients who suffer from Hypertrophy.<br />
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<p><strong>Viagra cures PAH</strong></p>
<p>A rare and deadly condition called Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension is treated with Viagra now. The Food and Drug Administration approved the active ingredient in Viagra to treat this disease. Viagra will be marketed under the name Revatio. Though it’s not a cure, Revatio improves exercise ability and decreases pulmonary pressure in patients with PAH.</p>
<p>Though Viagra entered the market as a drug to treat ED, it has been identified as a Multipurpose drug. Let’s hope that these never-ending researches will bring us more good news about Viagra’s multipurpose use in the years to come.<br />
This news release is entirely a personal opinion. It should not be misconstrued as a medical advice.<br />
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		<title>Hearing Loss in Children &#8211; The Advantages of Early Detection</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 21:20:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Using advanced technology, doctors are now able to test newborn babies for hearing loss fairly accurately, and at very low costs. Typically, testing will be performed when a newborn is considered &#8220;at risk&#8221; due to related hearing loss circumstances involving one or both of the parents, or when a disease, infection or condition occurs during [...]
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Using advanced technology, doctors are now able to test newborn babies for hearing loss fairly accurately, and at very low costs.</p>
<p>Typically, testing will be performed when a newborn is considered &#8220;at risk&#8221; due to related hearing loss circumstances involving one or both of the parents, or when a disease, infection or condition occurs during pregnancy that might cause hearing loss.</p>
<p><strong>Early Detection Saves Long-Term Costs</strong></p>
<p>Not only is it inexpensive to perform initial hearing loss examinations for newborns, but detecting the hearing loss early saves substantial costs throughout the child&#8217;s life for the parents and educational system as a whole.</p>
<p>Early detection of hearing loss enables both doctors and parents to develop appropriate treatments and therapies early on to help the child either overcome the hearing loss, improve hearing or adjust during development.<span id="more-1368"></span><br />
Studies show that school age children who have an undetected hearing loss condition are often misunderstood<br />
as having a learning disability or behavior problems. Many of these students are held back in at least one grade for this very reason.  It&#8217;s important that a child&#8217;s hearing problem is detected from the beginning to avoid these misunderstandings during school years, which can be traumatic for the child.</p>
<p>When children are treated at a young age, there is less of a burden on the educational system.  Untold wasted<br />
tax dollars are spent trying to accommodate students in the wrong type of learning environment and with inappropriate learning materials simply because their hearing loss is undiagnosed.</p>
<p>The child may be placed in a remedial learning classroom when, in reality, the child could thrive in a normal setting if only his/her hearing loss had been detected and treated. This results in a waste of efforts which could have been prevented with an early diagnosis.<br />
<strong><br />
Early Detection Can Prevent Further Hearing Loss</strong></p>
<p>If a hearing loss is detected shortly after birth, the causes of the child&#8217;s hearing loss are often detected<br />
as well.  Knowing the cause can sometimes enable doctors to prevent further hearing loss if the condition is<br />
progressive due to an illness or circumstances. The child may be able to hear partially, but further exposure<br />
to a certain condition may cause permanent hearing loss. It would be a shame for a child to lose all hearing<br />
ability when it could be prevented.</p>
<p><strong>Early Detection Enables Better Treatment Results</strong></p>
<p>The earlier hearing loss is detected, the greater the possibilities for treatment and/or a cure. A child<br />
can be treated as young as four weeks old using amplification fittings. Children who are treated at an early age often demonstrate better speech capabilities and reading comprehension.  They&#8217;re usually able to enter into an educational setting at a normal age, and learn along with their peers with no complications.</p>
<p>Although there are many other advantages for early hearing loss detection, these are a few of the most<br />
significant.  Each child will have different needs, but detecting the problem early helps to determine these<br />
needs before the child reaches an age of awareness, when it can become more difficult to adjust.  Everyone<br />
involved benefits from early awareness of hearing loss problems, but especially the child.</p>
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		<title>Skin Care: How to Keep Your Face Looking Younger</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 11:47:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The condition of your skin can give away your age, but when properly cared for and protected, your skin can help you look considerably younger than you truly are. Why not try your best to look as young as possible for as long as possible and prevent wrinkles and lines? Try the following tips and [...]
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1187" title="Skin Care" src="http://femalecare.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Skin-Care.jpg" alt="" width="170" height="113" />The condition of your skin can give away your age, but when properly cared for and protected, your skin can help you look considerably younger than you truly are. Why not try your best to look as young as possible for as long as possible and prevent wrinkles and lines? Try the following tips and suggestions on caring for your face. It’s never too late to begin turning back the hands of time and working on attaining younger looking skin.</p>
<p><strong>Hydrate Your Skin</strong></p>
<p>Healthy, younger looking skin is hydrated skin, and what better way to moisturize your skin than from the inside out? Make sure to drink plenty of clear water on a daily basis to properly hydrate the cells of your skin. Drink at least eight glasses per day, and even more on hot days or when participating in strenuous activities. Your skin will glow from the inside out when properly hydrated.<br />
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Moisturize</strong></p>
<p>After cleansing with your favorite facial cleanser, pat your face dry, and apply a high-quality moisturizer of your choice. There are a number of fantastic products to choose from, and they’re well worth the expense because they work. Try various brands until you find the right product for your skin type. High-quality facial moisturizers will diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while giving your face a natural looking younger glow.<br />
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Exfoliate</strong></p>
<p>Exfoliating the skin to expose a soft new layer is a great way to give your skin a more youthful appearance. Invest in top-quality exfoliating facial cleanser, and regularly renew your skin by following product label instructions. You’ll erase years from your face, and your skin will remain exceptionally soft and silky smooth.<br />
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Avoiding Lines</strong></p>
<p>Continual squinting will cause lines to form around the eyes, so instead of straining to see, it’s in your best interest to have regular eye exams. In addition, other unnecessary facial expressions continually repeated will also cause deep lines to form on the forehead and around the mouth. Don’t stop smiling, but avoid other exaggerated expressions that are nothing more than habits.<br />
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Sun Protection</strong></p>
<p>The affects of the sun can age a person well beyond their years, so it’s essential to protect your skin from the damaging ultraviolet rays of the sun, even during winter months. A sun-blocking product worn beneath your make-up will protect your skin while keeping your face sufficiently moisturized and remarkably soft. Avoiding the sun is by far the best method of retaining younger looking skin.</p>
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		<title>Natural Treatments for Dry Skin</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:40:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dry skin can be a troubling condition, and for many of us it is all too common. While dry skin is especially prevalent during the winter months, when the air is dry and we are spending lots of time indoors, this condition can occur at any time of the year. Some people are troubled by [...]
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dry skin can be a troubling condition, and for many of us it is all too common.  While dry skin is especially prevalent during the winter months, when the air is dry and we are spending lots of time indoors, this condition can occur at any time of the year.  Some people are troubled by dry and flaking skin only occasionally, while others live with the problem on a daily basis.</p>
<p>While there are all manner of oils, lotions and creams on sale at the local pharmacy, in many cases dry skin can be treated naturally, without relying on harmful chemicals or artificial ingredients.  In fact many dry skin conditions respond better to the natural approach, and it is a good idea for every dry skin sufferer to try these common natural treatments first.<br />
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When considering natural treatments for dry skin, it is important to keep in mind that many of these conditions are in fact the result of vitamin deficiencies.  In fact deficiencies of vitamin A and the B vitamin complex are often found to be the culprit, and a simple change of diet or supplementation with the needed vitamin is often enough to provide relief.  Dry skin conditions can also be caused by an under-active thyroid gland, and it is important for dry skin sufferers to discuss their condition with their doctor.  The doctor will be able to run the tests necessary to confirm or rule out thyroid problems or vitamin deficiencies as a cause.</p>
<p>The way the skin is cared for can also have a profound impact on a dry skin problem.  It is important, for instance, for dry skin sufferers to avoid hot water when taking showers and baths.  It is also a good idea for those prone to dry skin to keep those showers and baths short.  Lengthy baths and showers can reduce the amount of oil in the skin, exacerbating a dry skin problem.  Adding bath oils and moisturizers to the bath can sometimes be effective as well.</p>
<p>Many people with dry skin problems also suffer from a problem with chapped lips, and it is a good idea to look for a natural treatment for that condition as well.  Coconut oil can often be effective at treating chapped lips, and this oil is safe to use every day.  When buying coconut oil to use on chapped lips, be sure to choose only natural oil, without excessive refining or processing.</p>
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		<title>Gestational Diabetes</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:53:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Adam</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Affecting about 4% of all pregnancies, gestational diabetes is not a common condition but one that should be taken seriously. With about 135,000 new cases of gestational diabetes diagnosed each year, it is enough of a concern that all pregnant women are tested for it between weeks 24 and 28 of their pregnancy. While not [...]
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Affecting about 4% of all pregnancies, gestational diabetes is not a common condition but one that should be taken seriously. With about 135,000 new cases of gestational diabetes diagnosed each year, it is enough of a concern that all pregnant women are tested for it between weeks 24 and 28 of their pregnancy. <span id="more-506"></span><br />
While not totally sure of all the causes of gestational diabetes, studies have revealed some of the clues as to why this condition happens.</p>
<p>The fetus’ growth is supported by the placenta, and it is hormones in the placenta which help the baby develop. However, these hormones can interrupt the natural function of insulin in the mother’s body. When this occurs it is called insulin resistance and when this happens it becomes difficult for the mother’s body to effectively use insulin and she may end up needing as much as three times the normal amount of insulin.</p>
<p>When the mother’s body is unable to make and effectively use all the insulin needed for pregnancy, glucose cannot be changed into energy when it leaves the blood, and as a result the glucose can build up to high levels.</p>
<p>Due to the fact that gestational diabetes does not affect the mother until late in pregnancy and until well after the fetus’ body and organs has been formed, the gestational diabetes will not cause birth defects that can sometimes result from pregnancies with pre-existing diabetes.</p>
<p>Untreated or mismanaged gestational diabetes can however, harm your baby. With this condition your body will signal your pancreas to work harder to produce more insulin, but this insulin is not effective in lowering the mother’s blood glucose levels. Even though this extra insulin will not cross through the placenta to the baby, the higher levels of glucose will. This will cause the baby’s pancreas to create extra insulin in order to get rid of the extra glucose. As a result, the baby gets more energy than needed and this extra energy can be stored as fat. This process can lead to a condition called macrosomia, or ‘fat’ baby. This condition can lead to damage to the baby’s shoulders during delivery, or due to the extra insulin the newborns may have low blood sugar levels and can be at risk for breathing issues. Finally, babies born from mothers with gestational diabetes often become children who are at higher risk for obesity and become adults with a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes.</p>
<p>The good news is that gestational diabetes usually disappears after birth. However, once having had this condition, a woman is more likely to develop it again in future pregnancies. In some rare cases type 2 diabetes results from having gestational diabetes, or in other cases pre-existing diabetes is caught due to the screening process while pregnant.</p>
<p>While not cause for serious alarm, gestational diabetes can result in dire repercussions to the baby if not managed properly. The doctor or health care provider will advocate a strict course of diet, exercise and sometimes medication, in order to properly control blood sugars and to manage a diagnosis of gestational diabetes.</p>
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