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March 11, 2010 Constipation No Comments

Constipation is one of the most common gastro-intestinal ailments all over the world; though consulting a doctor for it is very uncommon unless severe. The fact that chemical laxatives do cause dependency and reflex constipation in the long run, natural laxatives are the best and reliable option for relieving constipation and ensures colon health.

Most alternative forms of medicine emphasize proper functioning of intestine as a foundation for good health. A clogged intestine is home to various toxins that cause nutritional deficiency and many other diseases.

Natural laxatives help stimulate peristaltic effect on large intestine to get rid… Continue reading

Constipation – Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

November 8, 2009 Constipation No Comments

Constipation is a decrease in the frequency of stool (the body’s waste product) or difficulty in the formation or passage of stool.

Description of Constipation

Constipation is determined in the colon (large intestine), which is responsible for packaging and eliminating stool.
As food moves through the colon, it absorbs water while forming stool. Muscle contractions (squeezing motions) in the colon push the stool toward the rectum (the lower 8 to 10 inches of the large intestine). By the time stool reaches the rectum, it is solid, because most of the water has been absorbed.
Constipation occurs when the stool becomes… Continue reading

Natural Treatments for Constipation Relief

September 23, 2009 Constipation No Comments

Although constipation can affect anyone, it’s more common in women and in people over age 65. It also tends to occur during pregnancy, after childbirth or surgery, with certain medications such as opioid pain relievers, and with some conditions such as multiple sclerosis.

Natural Remedies for Constipation

1) Fiber

A diet low in fiber may play a role in constipation. Insoluble fiber, which passes through the body almost unchanged, gives stools bulk and a soft texture, making them easier to pass.

Foods that are high in insoluble fiber include whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Try wheat bran, brown… Continue reading

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Hazard scenarios of truck drivers’ occupational accidents on and around trucks during loading and unloading.

March 21, 2010

The objective of the present study was to establish the hazard scenarios for truck drivers during loading/unloading through analyses of text descriptions of accident processes. Focus was on accidents that were primarily related to movement/operation on and around the truck, which are particular to truck drivers. Special emphasis was placed on falls from heights, as this was shown to be the most frequent type of accident and a major cause of fractures among truck drivers. Analyses of text descriptions of 136 accidents, including 63 cases of fall from height, collected in one company over a period of three years, revealed… Continue reading

Democratic Leaders: ‘We Have The Votes’ To Pass Health Reform In Historic Vote

March 21, 2010

News organizations are reporting that Democrats are “poised” to pass sweeping health reform legislation Sunday afternoon, as President Barack Obama made an impassioned plea for the bill.

Reuters: “An upbeat House Democratic leader Steny Hoyer predicted victory in Sunday’s vote on the biggest revamp of the $2.5 trillion healthcare system in four decades, although even the most optimistic Democrats expected a razor-thin margin. ‘Clearly, we believe we have the votes,’ Hoyer told reporters. ‘We expect we have the votes to pass the Senate bill’” (Whitesides, 3/20).

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Limb loss a growing global crisis

March 20, 2010

The earthquake that rattled Haiti on Jan. 12 created as many as 6,000 instant amputees. Experts say the crisis in Hait highlights a grim reality: the number of amputees worldwide is rising — and fast. Go to Source… Continue reading

Dems: Abortion flap won’t scuttle health bill

March 20, 2010

President Barack Obama rallies House Democrats for a final health care push as party leaders appear confident they’ve overcome a flare-up within their ranks over abortion funding restrictions. Go to Source… Continue reading

Years to wait for health care no matter what?

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One of our readers asked whether it’s true that the health insurance reform bill won’t take effect until four years after the president signs it into law. Msnbc.com fact-checks this claim — and more. Go to Source… Continue reading

Health Reform Crucial Weekend: Democratic Leaders Predict Victory, Abortion Still Stumbling Block

March 20, 2010

News outlets are focusing on President Barack Obama’s planned meeting with all the House Democrats today as they prepare for Sunday’s crucial vote on health care overhaul.

The Associated Press: “Obama decided to make one final, personal appeal to rank-and-file Democrats, arranging a visit to the Capitol Saturday afternoon. Republicans, unanimous in opposition to the bill, complained anew about its cost and reach. … Democratic leaders and Obama focused last-minute lobbying efforts on two groups of Democrats, 37 who voted against an earlier bill in the House and 40 who voted for it only after first making sure it would… Continue reading

Health Reform Crucial Weekend: Democratic Leaders Predict Victory, Abortion Still Stumbling Block

March 20, 2010

News outlets are focusing on President Barack Obama’s planned meeting with all the House Democrats today as they prepare for Sunday’s crucial vote on health care overhaul.

The Associated Press: “Obama decided to make one final, personal appeal to rank-and-file Democrats, arranging a visit to the Capitol Saturday afternoon. Republicans, unanimous in opposition to the bill, complained anew about its cost and reach. … Democratic leaders and Obama focused last-minute lobbying efforts on two groups of Democrats, 37 who voted against an earlier bill in the House and 40 who voted for it only after first making sure it would… Continue reading

BD Diagnostics Launches The BD Protect(TM) Infection Surveillance And Prevention Software Portfolio

March 20, 2010

BD Diagnostics, a segment of BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), announced the launch of the BD Protect™ Infection Surveillance and Data Management System, a portfolio of healthcare management software solutions that tracks infections and helps prevent their transmission at three levels — from patient to patient, between patients and healthcare workers, and from community sources to healthcare settings…

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