Lupus is a widespread and chronic autoimmune disease that makes the body’s immune system, known for fighting against infection, attack its own tissues and organs including kidneys, brain, heart, skin, joints, blood, and lungs. The&hellip
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Some Serious Facts About Syphilis
Syphilis is a highly transmittable disease which is caused by the bacterium Treponema Pallidum and spread through sexual contact or contaminated needles. One is, generally, prone to the disease while having direct contact, during vaginal,&hellip
Coco Loco: Mental Illness, What It Is, and 10 Interesting Facts About It
One of the most perplexing and fascinating concerns society faces is Mental Illness. From schizophrenia, to Alzheimer’s, what exactly is the dark cloud that robs a person of their mind, completely? This strange, mysterious phenomenon&hellip
Measles – Some Notifying Facts
Measles is a potentially severe disease which is caused by a virus that is easily spread. The measles virus is highly communicable and it is found all over the world. The virus is transmitted through&hellip
Important Facts about Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a disorder which causes people to have recurring seizures. A seizure happens when nerve cells in the brain send out wrong signals, causing people to feel strange sensations or to behave strangely. It can&hellip
A Discussion On Concussions: 10 Facts That’ll Get You Going What!
As Taylor Swift’s billboard hit goes, “I’m just gonna shake shake shake shake shake, shake it off! Shake it off!” It’s easier said than done when dealing with concussions. Defined as the most common type&hellip
Facts about Rabies
Rabies is one of the most vicious animal related diseases that have caused many humans to lose their lives in the recent years. It does not only affect humans with an aggressive force but affects&hellip
Facts About Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s refers to a disease involving changes in the brain leading to various concerns like dementia, behavioral changes, and cognitive loss among many other symptoms. When a person is diagnosed to have Alzheimer’s disease, his/her&hellip
Facts About ALS
The term ‘ALS’ might not sound familiar even in its expanded form – Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis; however, the words “ice bucket challenge” might ring a bell! That is something that has gone viral on the&hellip
Facts about Schizophrenia
1. A Brain Disorder Schizophrenia is a disease that has to do with the brain. It affects several brain functions including a person’s ability to manage emotions, think clearly, relate with people and make decisions.&hellip
10 Facts about HIV
HIV/AIDS is the number one health problem in the world. Sadly, while it is very contagious, it has no cure at all. There are many people around the world who are affected by HIV and&hellip
Facts about Viruses
1.Not Alive but Not Dead Either Viruses are said not be living organisms because they have no cells and cannot convert food into energy. If they have no host, they are mere inert chemical packets.&hellip
Facts About Ebola!
Ebola was previously known as Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever. It is a potentially deadly and rare disease. This disease is caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus strains. Ebola viruses are usually found in&hellip
Facts about PCP (Phencyclidine)
1.Definition Presently, PCP is a controlled Schedule II substance. It is a crystalline, white powder or yellowish clear liquid. When in contact with contaminants, the color changes to a tan brownish color. It falls in&hellip
Facts about STDs
1.Definition of STDs The abbreviation STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease and is used to refer to over 25 to 30 infectious organisms spread mostly via sexual activity. STDs are also known as venereal diseases&hellip