Archive for November 2014

With growing concern about the health consequences of chemicals found in the public water supply, water filtration systems have made their way into many households. They can be costly to purchase and maintain, however, making it important to find the right filter for your needs. Not only are there dozens of models on the market, but there are several broad categories that each model falls under. The first choice is between inline and countertop systems. The second choice is between carbon filters, distillers and reverse osmosis.

Cell division is the process that forms tissues. Different types of division provide for different types of tissue. Mitosis, the most common form of cell division, is an indirect division characterized by exact division of the chromosomes into two daughter cells. As the cytoplasm and nucleus split, mitosis produces two identical cells.

Studies investigating the effects of toner particles on human health have varied in their conclusions, but all agree the topic needs more study. Laser printers are standard for most large offices. Three studies from 2007 to 2010 illustrate the focus of current research. While one draws a direct link between toner exposure and reduced lung function in mice, another finds no correlation between increased death rates and toner exposure in human workers. A ground-breaking Australian study from 2007 showed microscopic toner particles released by printers can be inhaled deeply into the lungs.

Is it a given that every month in a woman’s life has to include a few days of extreme discomfort and pain? Menstrual cramps plague countless women, and discomfort can range from mild to severe, but it is possible to treat the cramps and relieve the pain associated with your monthly cycle. Pain from a menstrual cycle often affects the abdomen and pelvic area, but sometimes, pain can radiate to the back. Cramps and pain tend to subside with time, but if you need immediate relief, over-the-counter products and natural remedies are highly effective and offer long-term treatment.

Finding a prosthetic provider–a professional who creates artificial limbs or orthopedic braces–may seem like a daunting and stressful task. Not only do prosthetic providers create, fit and help patients manage their artificial limbs, but they also will continue to see the patients who wear their devices for the patient’s lifetime–continuing to manage, adjust and replace prosthetics as necessary. Finding a provider, though, is a relatively simple process. Using resources like the health professionals who help you with your rehabilitation as well as organizations representing prosthetic providers will make the process easy.

Phytoplankton are plankton that consist of plants, such as algae. Many species of these microscopic plants live in the ocean, each having a characteristic shape. Phytoplankton grow in abundance in water bodies all around the world. Phytoplankton are the basis of marine food chain and can change global climate. The vast majority of marine fish and mammals depend on phytoplankton for food. So, a downturn in phytoplankton survival can be a good indicator of change in marine environment. Phytoplankton crops are of high interest to Earth scientists around the globe.

According to Medline Plus, high blood pressure “is an increase in the force of blood against the arteries in the body.” Surprisingly, infants can suffer from high blood pressure, which can be caused by a number of reasons.