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Kevin RR Williams writes and programs with decades of experience in anatomical studies, clinical science graphics, and digital publishing. His work explores the intersection of creativity, health, and technology across multiple disciplines.
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'What Does Hypoallergenic Mean?'
Dermatology

What is Hypoallergenic?

Experiencing rashes or itching from wearing certain metals can make jewelry shopping a challenge. Hypoallergenic is commonly misunderstood.

Cardiology 'Agonizing Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm'

Agonizing Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

Given its length, diameter and proximi­ty, a ruptured aortic aneurysm is catastrophic, havinga mortality rate of 90 percent.

Fitness 'Woman holding scale'

The Scale is Not Your Enemy

Do a few simple things for reliable weight scale readings. Stop thingsthat point the needle higher.

Dermatology 'Can You Get Rid of Eyebrow Bugs?'

Can You Get Rid of Eyebrow Bugs?

If your face has unwanted parasites, they may be temporarily eradicated with these solutions.

Nutrition 'Why Diets Don’t Work'

Why Diets Don’t Work

One problem with fad diets is the imbalance of nutrition. I’m losing more than a pound per week without dieting. Find out how.

Oncology 'Pancreas artwork'

Why Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms Are Easy To Miss

Pancreatic adenocarcinoma cancer has aone-year relative survival rate of20 percent. Pancreatic neuro­endo­crinefive-year survival rate is about 60percent.

Cardiology 'How Can PAD Be Confused With Diabetes?'

How PAD is Confused With Diabetes

Peripheral artery disease falls under the cardio­logy specialty. Diabetes is treated by endocrino­logists and nephro­logists. How can diabetes be confused with PAD?

Individual 'Office chair back pain'

Your Life May Depend Upon Your Chair

Learn health benefits of ergo­nomic seating, which chair has best warranty, and how to refurbish a broken one.

Immunology 'Do Hospitals Make You Sick?'
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Hospitals Can Make You Sick

Despite disposal of needles and diligent sanitation of most hospital surfaces, many patients develop secondary infections and medical complications.

Prescriptions 'Are Antibiotics Making You Sick?'

Are Antibiotics Making You Sick?

What are reasons why taking an antibiotic might actually make us feel worse? Patients may experience fatigue and other adverse reactions from nutrient depletion.

Nutrition 'Prevent Heat Strokes'

Prevent Heat Strokes

Too much heat, either too quickly or over an extended period of time, may prevent our bodies from efficiently cooling through perspiration.

Food 'Health Effects of Caffeinated Beverages'

Do Caffeinated Beverages Quench Thirst?

Caffeine can affect the human body like nicotine and cocaine. What effect do caffeinated beverages have on dehydration?

Prescriptions 'Pain Remedies Should Emulate Opioids'
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Should Pain Remedies Mimic Opioids?

Opioids quickly address both emotional and physical response to pain. Whatever alternative treatment is offered should do the same.

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