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Cancer

The History of Cancer: Everything there is to know!

Feb 22, 2021

Where does the name "cancer" come from?The word "cancer" is a Latin word meaning "crab". Hippocrates (460-377 BCE) was the first to compare cancer to a crab, using an analogy to described the...

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Psychiatry

Psychiatrist vs. Psychologist: What’s the difference and which is right for you?

Feb 20, 2021 • 1 Like

Many people incorrectly use the terms psychiatrist and psychologist interchangeably. Though the two roles sound similar, there are actually a number of important differences, in terms of education,...

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Multiple sclerosis

Treatments for multiple sclerosis: Patients share their opinions!

Feb 18, 2021

Background treatments:Immunomodulators:This class of MS drugs aims to regulate the patient's immune system. These include beta interferons (AVONEX®, BETAFERON®...), pegylated interferons...

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Stress: Reponse, consequences and how to manage it

Feb 16, 2021

Stress, a complex response:We can identify three stages in the stress response:Alarm - this stage occurs when the individual recognizes something as stressful, triggering a "fight-or-flight"...

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What should we eat to feed our brains?

Feb 15, 2021 • 2 Likes

The brain represents only 2% of our body weight, but its nutritional needs are considerable. In order to carry out daily activities and promote the proper function of our brain, it is essential to...

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COVID-19 and the flu: What are the differences?

Feb 10, 2021 • 2 comments

COVID and influenza, 2 distinct viruses:The COVID-19 and influenza viruses are not from the same family. The former belongs to the coronavirus subfamily and the latter belongs to the influenza virus...

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Epilepsy

How does epilepsy affect memory?

Feb 8, 2021

How and why does epilepsy affect memory?Many people with epilepsy report having problems with their memory. In fact, it is one of the most common issues for which epilepsy patients seek help. Memory...

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Epilepsy: "When I was 15, I didn't know what epilepsy was, I wasn't afraid!"

Feb 8, 2021 • 1 Like • 1 comment

First of all, could you tell us a bit about yourself?My name is Lisa, I'm 25 years old, I'm a networker for a network marketing company focused on new technologies, wellness and health. I've been in...

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Bipolar disorder

Everything you need to know about bipolar disorder!

Feb 8, 2021 • 4 Likes

What is bipolar disorder?Bipolar disorder, previously known as "manic depression", is one of a number of mood disorders such as clinical depression. In its most typical form, bipolar disorder has two...

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Everything you need to know about In vitro fertilization (IVF)!

Feb 6, 2021

What is In vitro fertilization?IVF is a technique used by couples who wish to have a child and are facing infertility.In vitro fertilization consists of bringing the egg into contact with a sperm in...

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Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease: "I managed to reverse the progress of my Parkinson's disease".

Feb 5, 2021 • 4 comments

Hello Leparigo, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us here on Carenity!First of all, can you tell us a bit about yourself?My dad was a printer. I was a quiet student, I always liked...

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Breast cancer

What is the role of BRCA1/BRCA2 and HER2 status in breast cancer care?

Feb 4, 2021 • 2 Likes

ScreeningBreast cancer is the most common cancer in women, affecting about one in eight in the US.Systematic breast cancer screening strategy Whom is it for? The United States Preventative Services...

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