The article deals with the allure or attraction that surrounds the deadly habit of smoking. This allure was formed, in a large measure, by advertising campaigns such as Philip Morris’ Marlboro Man. The article also discusses the health problems and eventual death of two male models who played the role of Marlboro Man. Briefly, the article also dissects how nicotine found in cigarrettes affect the brain of the smoker, producing stimulation and feelings of relaxation which later on becomes addictive.
Lyme Disease It Bites
This article is about Lyme disease. This disease is transmitted through bites of infected deer ticks. Early stage symptoms of Lyme disease may include red, bulls-eye like rashes that are most often accompanied by flu-like symptoms. Muscle and joint pain may also occur. If left untreated, Lyme disease may cause further complications like meningo-encephalitis, myocarditis, and Lyme arthritis.
Heartburn: The Burning Sensation
This article is about heartburns. This medical condition is not related to the heart in any way. The term was coined from the area where the pain is most noted, on the breast bone, near the heart. It may also be because of the fact that heartburn is caused by a malfunction of the cardiac sphincter connecting the esophagus and the stomach. Listed in this article are some factors that may trigger heartburn, as well as some tips to avoid frequent attacks of heartburn.
Gastritis: A Brief Overview
This article is about Gastritis. It is a medical condition wherein the stomach lining is irritated or inflamed by gastric juices. The stomach is protected by a mucus lining designed to shield from digestive acids. Gastritis is caused any of the following factors: bacterial infection, alcohol consumption, medications, bile reflux, or other medical conditions.
Care To Listen: Proper Ear Cleaning
This article is about the ears. It discusses about the different parts of the ear and their functions. The ears not only help us with hearing, it also gives us a sense of balance and body position. A lot of factors may give people ear infection, like: dirty water getting inside the ear, having small objects stuck in the ear canal, or even too much manipulation of the ears.