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Brain magnetic resonance angiography
Vascular disease
Vascular disease (vasculopathy) affects the blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients throughout the body and remove waste products from tissues. Common blood vessel problems occur when plaque (made up of fat and cholesterol) slows or blocks blood flow in an artery or vein. Lifestyle changes often help, but some people need medication or surgery.
5 innovations that will transform heart disease treatment
The function of the human heart continues to challenge doctors around the world. /A quick look at U.S. statistics on the subject reveals a bleak picture: An American dies from cardiovascular disease (CVD) every 38 seconds, costing the healthcare system more than $329 billion annually. So the medical community is working around the clock to identify innovative solutions to the heart disease epidemic. Here are five of the latest technologies to treat CVD, from stem cells to artificial intelligence
5 e-cigarette facts you need to know
You may be tempted to use e-cigarettes (e-cigarettes, vape pens, and other non-disposable and disposable vaping devices) to ease the transition from traditional cigarettes to not smoking at all. But is vaping (also known as e-cigarettes) better than using tobacco products? Can e-cigarettes help you quit smoking once and for all?
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Biochemistry of Iron Absorption
In addition, approximately 2.2% of total body iron is found in the so-called labile pool, a poorly defined reactive iron pool that forms reactive oxygen species via Fenton reactions in complex with drug classes called chelators . Iron chelators treat iron overload, a condition often caused by blood transfusion therapy used to treat thalassemia and other anemias.
Iron: Intakes, Factors, Iron Deficiency and Recommendations, and More
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What are the symptoms of low iron levels?
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A Complete Guide to Using Dimethicone in Skin Care
Polydimethylsiloxane is a type of silicone. It is an ingredient in many cosmetics, such as skin and hair care products, because it smoothes rough surfaces and gives it a velvety texture. Dimethicone also creates a protective barrier on the skin, reducing moisture loss and providing some protection from irritants or allergens. Experts consider simethicone a safe ingredient with few side effects. However, although it is safe for humans, it has adverse effects on the environment. For this reason, some people prefer to avoid silicones in personal care products.
This article considers the benefits and risks of using products containing simethicone and recommends alternative products for people who wish to avoid this ingredient.
