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Imagine you are at a festive holiday party celebrating with your friends and family when you are hit with a headache so bad that you become sick to your stomach, sensitive to light and sound, and are forced to lie down in a dark, quiet place, causing you to miss the fun. As bad as this sounds, this is often the case for the millions of diagnosed and undiagnosed migraine sufferers who worry about a migraine striking because they lack an effective way to manage their condition. Migraine headaches affect more than 28 million Americans-including one of the nation s most famous TV actresses, Marcia Cross. But for migraine sufferers, the holiday season can be an especially tough time of year. During the holidays, exposure to migraine triggers may be more common. If left untreated, migraines can disrupt your life, even making it impossible to participate in daily activities. I used to struggle with painful migraine headaches, especially during the hectic holiday season. Fortunately, once I got diagnosed, my doctor gave me an effective treatment plan that has helped me manage my migraines, said Marcia Cross. For...

I realize how difficult it is to be overweight and have low energy levels. I know how it can negatively affect your personal, social, and work life as well as increase your risk of many degenerative diseases that are rampant in today s world. Obesity is a condition in which the natural energy reserve, stored in the fatty tissue of humans and mammals is increased to a point where it is thought to be a significant risk factor in certain health conditions, leading to increased mortality. Obesity is a condition that develops from the interaction of individual biology and the environment. Adipose tissue is an anatomical term for loose connective tissue composed of adipocytes. Its main role is to store energy in the form of fat, although it also cushions and insulates the body. It has an important endocrine function in producing recently-discovered hormones such as leptin and resistin. Adipose tissue is primarily located beneath the skin, but is also found around internal organs. In the skin, it accumulates in the deepest level, the subcutaneous layer, providing insulation from heat and cold. Around organs, it...

From New York to L.A., infused vodkas and the creative cocktails made with them are all the rage at trendy bars. And while infused vodkas add a stylish twist to any cocktail, they are surprisingly easy to make. The fresh, vibrant flavors of infused vodka are perfect for summer entertaining. Why not impress guests at your next cocktail party with custom infusions you make yourself. An infusion is simply a way to add flavor to liquid -- think of a tea bag in hot water. In the case of infused vodka, you can add fruits, vegetables, herbs, chili peppers, even vanilla beans, for a custom combination. Just remember that it will take a few days for the vodka to fully absorb your ingredients flavors, so plan ahead. Start making your infusion three-to-four days before your party. The experts at FR S Vodka provide these step-by-step instructions for making your own infused vodka: Start with premium vodka, like FR S. Because it is the only vodka created using a patented freeze distillation process, which delivers a clean, smooth tasting vodka that is the perfect base for infusions. Start with classic vodka, or try FR S...

The Spinal Cord Injury happened in an instant, and doctors said it would last a lifetime - but not if Lou Sengheiser has anything to say about it. Sengheiser, founder of the nonprofit organization Gateway to a Cure, is working to fund Spinal Cord Injury research in hopes of finding a cure - not only for his son Jason, but also for hundreds of thousands of Americans. Launched in 1996, when doctors told Jason that the main barrier to progress was a lack of funding, today Gateway to a Cure is spearheading the largest national raffle ever. Net proceeds from the raffle will fund research. He survived but became a quadriplegic. Yet he wouldn t let that stop him from achieving his dreams. Living in depression wasn t an option, says Jason, who graduated on time with his high school class in 1995. The only option was and still is to be positive. Now 28, he completed college with honors, finished law school and is one of three Americans pursuing his Masters of Law in a Columbia University graduate program. He interns with a judge and aspires to work for an international organization like the United Nations. Jason...

In Canada we have become accustomed to subsidized health care, which translates to a cultural norm that we run ourselves until we break, then we go to the doctor and get a cure. Our public health system has been failing to meet those needs and has been the subject of much debate and controversy over privatizing healthcare. It seems that the collective would like things to remain the same, we don t really want to be burdened with the high cost of health, put straight forward to us, we like the pay every month approach, take what you need and give what you can, it seems to appeal to a fairness consciousness. But what about counselling, where does that fit in our healthcare plan. Counselling and therapy are paid for by healthcare if you are really stuggling with suicide, or major mental illness, through community mental health services. Some large employers now have a group insurance plan commonly called Employee Assitance Plan or E.A.P. whereby you are subsidized for a limited number of sessions with a psychologist or registered clinical counsellor. If you are experiencing personal difficulties this is a...