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Allergy Basics

Allergy BasicsWhat is an allergy and what is it that causes some people to suffer from them? Why do allergies flare up during certain times of the year? Learn about the basics of allergies and what strategies can help.

Keywords: allergy, sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, runny nose, immune system, allergic antibody, IgE, immunoglobulin E, histamine, asthma, anaphylaxis, seasonal allergy, seasonal allergies, chronic allergy, chronic allergies, hay fever, dust mites, animal dander, molds, antihistamine, allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, sedating, non-sedating, non-sedating antihistamines, sedating antihistamines, Allegra, Zyrtec, Claritin, Clarinex, Fexofenadine, Loratadine, Desloratadine, Cetirizine, decongestants, nasal sprays, immunotherapy, allergy shots, HEPA air purifier

Arthritis: Who's At Risk?

Arthritis: Who's At Risk?For most people, arthritis means simply pain in or around a joint. But there are over 100 different kinds of arthritis, each with its own set of symptoms and characteristics. Our panel of experts will provide an in-depth overview of this common disease.

Keywords: arthritis, joints, rheumatologist, muscle pain, bone pain, joint degeneration, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lupus, Lyme disease, aspirin, bowel disease, ankylosing spondylitis, joint inflammation, orthopedist, rheumatic fever, Dr. Stephen Smiles, Dr. Allan Gibofsky

Types of Kidney Stones

Types of Kidney StonesNot all kidney stones are alike. Learn about the different types, and how each kind of stone brings its own specific problems.

Keywords: kidney stones, protein, calcium, urine, urinary tract, kidney, crystals, ureter, pain, renal, stones, swelling, hydration, calcium oxylate, calcium oxalate, urologists, oxylates, phosphates, uric acid, staghorn stone, urethra, obstruction, fever, infection

A New Way to Attack NHL

A New Way to Attack NHLOne of the newest treatments for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is radioimmunotherapy, a clever mixture of old and new that better targets cancer cells.

Keywords: radioimmunotherapy, non-Hodgkin's, lymphoma, NHL, cancer, cells, monoclonal antibodies, immune system, radioactive, protein, CD20 antigen, B-cells, lymphocytes, radiation therapy, tumor, localized, targeted therapy, radiation, Zevalin, Bexxar, rituximab, fever, chills, fatigue, headaches, radioactivity

Hepatitis Overview

Hepatitis OverviewMany people with viral hepatitis don't know they are infected. Listen as experts discuss who should be tested and review the causes, prevention and treatment of the various types of hepatitis.

Keywords: Liver, hepatitis, viral hepatitis, hepatitis A, (HAV), hepatitis B, (HBV), hepatitis C, (HCV), inflammation, nausea, fever, vomiting, jaundice, cirrhosis, liver cancer, liver failure, acute, chronic, infection, IV drug users, sexual contact, blood, transfusions, tattoos, body piercing, vaccine, standard interferon, interferon, ribavirin, pegylated interferons, lamivudine, epivir, adefovir, hepsera

Hepatitis C Overview

Hepatitis C OverviewHepatitis C is called a silent epidemic because many people are unaware they carry this virus of the liver. But experts say hepatitis C is a public health threat on par with HIV.

Keywords: Hepatitis C, HCV, blood, body fluids, sexual intercourse, IV drug use, needles, inflammation, nausea, fever, vomiting, jaundice, cirrhosis, liver cancer, liver failure, acute, chronic, infection, sexual contact, vaccine, standard interferon, interferon, ribavirin, interferons, combination therapy, blood transfusions, liver transplant

Hepatitis B Overview

Hepatitis B OverviewHepatitis B is a viral infection of the liver often spread through sexual contact. But people are usually unaware they carry the virus. Find out if you are at risk for hepatitis B.

Keywords: Hepatitis B, (HBV), blood, body fluids, sexual intercourse, IV drug use, razors, toothbrushes, needles, inflammation, nausea, fever, vomiting, jaundice, cirrhosis, liver cancer, liver failure, acute, chronic, infection, sexual contact, vaccine, standard interferon, interferon, pegylated interferons, lamivudine, epivir, asian population, Pegasys, Intron, Hepsera, Adefovir

Meningitis Overview

Meningitis OverviewEach year you hear about small outbreaks of meningitis. It is highly contagious and sometimes fatal. Learn why the classic symptoms of a high fever and stiff neck shouldn't be ignored.

Keywords: Meningitis, bacterial meningitis, viral meningitis,virus, bacteria, bacterial infection, viral infection, lumbar puncture, spinal tap, stiff neck, fever, nausea, vomiting, infectious disease, meningitis vaccine, Prevnar, meningococcal, pneumococcal, Menomune, Hib Vaccine, Influezae type B, Rifampin, Ciprofloxacin, Ceftriaxone, immunizations, vaccinations, headache, central nervous system, teens

Flu Prevention

Flu PreventionOur parents told us to cover our mouths when we cough. But that might not be the best strategy for flu prevention. Listen to an infection control expert discuss the new cough etiquette.

Keywords: flu, virus, cold, colds, flu vaccine, flu prevention, influenza, infection, sneezing, sneeze, cough, fever, chills, sanitizer, infection control, antibacterial soap,

IBD Intro

IBD IntroCrohn's disease and ulcerative colitis -- together known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD -- affect as many as a million Americans. Just what are these conditions? What are their causes? How are they treated? For answers to these questions and more, watch this special Webcast brought to you exclusively by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America.

Keywords: Inflammatory Bowel Disease, IBD, chronic inflammatory, conditions, gastrointestinal, GI tract, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, IBD diagnosis, IBD symptoms, Chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, bloody stool, anemia, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, fever, nausea, vomiting, blood tests, stool test, imaging tests, colonoscopy, IBD treatment options, Aminosalicylates, 5-ASA, Sulfasalazine, Mesalamine, Balsalazide, Olsalazine, corticosteroids, Prednisone, Budesonide, Immunosuppressive Agents, 6-Mercaptopurine, Azathioprine, Methotrexate, Cyclosporine A, Antibiotics, Metronidazole, Flagyl, Ciprofloxacin, biologic agents, Infliximab, Remicade, Surgery, IBD diet, nutritional deficiencies, Total Parenteral Nutrition, TPN,

Cold and Flu Smarts for Kids

Cold and Flu Smarts for KidsAdults may already know the new ways to avoid catching and spreading the flu. But you may need to teach these behaviors to kids. Listen to an infection control expert discuss the new cough etiquette.

Keywords: flu, flu in children, colds in children, virus, cold, colds, flu vaccine, flu prevention, influenza, infection, sneezing, sneeze, cough, fever, chills, sanitizer, infection control, antibacterial soap, kids, children

Arthritis Overview Part 1

Arthritis Overview Part 1For most people, arthritis means simply pain in or around a joint. But there are over 100 different kinds of arthritis, each with its own set of symptoms and characteristics. Our panel of experts will provide an in-depth overview of this common disease.

Keywords: arthritis, joints, rheumatologist, muscle pain, bone pain, joint degeneration, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lupus, Lyme disease, aspirin, bowel disease, ankylosing spondylitis, joint inflammation, orthopedist, rheumatic fever, Dr. Stephen Smiles, Dr. Allan Gibofsky

Spring Allergies

Spring AllergiesMillions suffer from springtime allergies. But experts do have a handle on what sufferers can do to cope with this common problem. Allergies no longer need to ruin anyone's springtime fun.

Keywords: Allergies, allergic reaction, allergen, hay fever, hayfever, ragweed, pollens, pollen count, weed pollens, wheal and flare response, weal and flare, Claritin, Benadryl, Chlor-Trimeton, anti- histamine, histamine, non-sedating medication, sedating medication, decongestants, steroids, Sudafed, congested membranes, corticosteroids, anti inflammatory medications, immunotherapy, immune system, loratadine, diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine, loratidine, difenhidramine, claratin, benadril, antihistamine, weal and flare response

Allergy Season

Allergy SeasonWhat time of the year is allergy season? Actually, it's all year long for some allergy sufferers. Learn the difference between seasonal and year-round allergies, and the treatments available for both.

Keywords: allergy, antihistamine, Sudafed, hay fever, seasonal allergy, chronic allergy, pollen, antibody, IgE antibody, sneezing, sniffling, watery eyes, runny nose, congestion, dust mite, animal dander, cockroach, mold, cats, grass, steroid nasal sprays, Nasalcrom, Benadryl, Chlor-Trimeton, Dimetapp, Allegra, fexofenadine, Claritin, loratadine, Clarinex, desloratadine, Zyrtec, cetirizine, sedating antihistamines, non-sedating antihistamines

Cold and Allergy

Cold and AllergyWhen you have watery eyes, a runny nose, congestion and sneezing, how can you tell if it's a cold or an allergy? Find out the difference and the treatment options for both.

Keywords: cold, allergy, allergic, symptoms, sneezing, runny nose, congestion, immune system, post-nasal drip, itchy eyes, rhinovirus, upper respiratory infection, itchy throat, fever, allergy test, allergy shots, skin testing, scratch testing, nasal sprays, Nasalcrom, cromolyn, Flonase, fluticasone, Rhinocort, budesonide, decongestants, Sudafed, pseudophedrine, antihistamine, Allegra, fexofenadine, Clarinex, desloratadine, Claritin, loratadine, Zyrtec, cetirizine, over the counter, prescription, non-sedating, sedating, cough suppressants, cough, pollen, dust mites, hay fever, ragweed, Nasonex

Kids' Allergies

Kids' AllergiesAllergies can leave children feeling sniffly, teary and itchy and take their toll at play and at school. Previously, allergy remedies left children feeling foggy and tired, but today there are a variety of choices for all ages that can take care of symptoms without the unwanted side effects.

Keywords: Allergies, allergic rhinitis, hay fever, allergen, histamine, antihistamine, ragweed, pollen, pollen count, reditabs, sedating medications, non-sedating medications, decongestants, intranasal antihistamine, intranasal steroids, childhood allergies, antihistamine syrup, dust mites, pet dander, mold spores, over the counter, upper respiratory infection, allergies in children, Claritin, loratidine, sneezing, cold, hayfever

Arthritis and the Weekend Warrior

Arthritis and the Weekend WarriorFor most people, arthritis means simply pain in or around a joint. But there are over 100 different kinds of arthritis, each with its own set of symptoms and characteristics. Our panel of experts will provide an in-depth overview of this common disease.

Keywords: arthritis, joints, rheumatologist, muscle pain, bone pain, joint degeneration, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lupus, Lyme disease, aspirin, bowel disease, ankylosing spondylitis, joint inflammation, orthopedist, rheumatic fever, Dr. Stephen Smiles, Dr. Allan Gibofsky

What's Keeping You Up?

What's Keeping You Up?Sometimes we know what is standing in the way of a good night's sleep. But sometimes we don't. So what's keeping you up? The answer may surprise you.

Keywords: Sleep, insomnia, sleep hygiene, sleep diary, caffeine, alcohol, heartburn, spicy foods, nocturnal urination, sleep apnea, hypoxia, exercise, sex, body temperature, sleep hygiene, restless leg syndrome, benzodiazepines, non benzodiazepines, sleep aids, sleeping pills, sleep disorders, Ambien, Sonata, Valium, Ativan, Librium




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