The widespread use of the PAP smear test has dramatically reduced the death rate for cervical cancer in the country. Initially, cervical cancer used to be the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for women in this country. Women aged between 35-44 are especially vulnerable to this form of cancer, and it is rarely found in women above 65. Healthy cells in the cervix (the lower part of the uterus) may turn cancerous, and form tumors that may or may not be cancerous. Cancerous cells can spread to other parts of the body such as the vagina and rectum initially and then into the liver, bladder, lungs, etc. It is a disease that grows slowly, and often no symptoms are present. That makes it easier to treat in the early stages if it’s diagnosed in time. There are different types of cervical cancer such as squamous cell, mixed and adenocarcinomas. Most cases are linked to infection by the human papillomavirus. Women who became sexually active before age 16, have had multiple sexual partners, smoke, are on birth-control pills, have other STDs and have a compromised immune system are at risk. Common Symptoms It’s important to recognize some of the common symptoms of cervical cancer so that it can be detected, diagnosed and treated in the early stages.

If you have asthma, allergies, COPD, or any other common breathing problems, you’ll find that certain foods trigger you to have more symptoms. Symptoms of asthma and COPD can be wheezing, tightness of the chest and coughing. It’s important to know which foods can cause this so you can be aware of how to benefit your health the best. Read on to find out the worst foods for breathing problems: 1. Carbonated beverages Researchers have recently found that drinking carbonated beverages like soda can increase the risk of breathing problems. Soda specifically has been linked to asthma. People who drink more than a half liter of soda every day have been found to have increased breathing issues. Consuming some carbonated beverages is still alright to do. However, this is a limit to how much is healthy if you’re concerned about it impacting your breathing. Carbonated beverages also lead to thicker mucus in the body and more congested airways. 2. Dairy products For a long time, consuming dairy products has been linked to asthma. It doesn’t cause asthma but it impacts it in a negative way. It can worsen your asthma symptoms significantly if consumed. Additionally, many people are allergic to dairy.

Anyone suffering from migraines knows different factors can trigger a severe headache. While the characteristics differ from person to person, the most common factors that lead to severe headaches are lousy smell, the feeling of being in an elevator, or changes in weather or altitude. Also, there are different symptoms of migraines like pain in the neck and face and vomiting. Migraine sufferers, therefore, are restricted in the cities to live. If you are suffering from migraines, living in the following U.S. cities may not be wise: 1. St. Louis, MO St. Louis, Missouri, is known for being in the worst cities to live in for migraine patients. The city is among the main metropolitan cities in the country and is, therefore, densely populated. The people in the city rarely exercise, and most of them commute or drive to work. Also, the city has unpredictable weather changes and very high temperatures. Also, people there eat foods known to trigger headaches like sausages, hot dogs, smoked meat, coffee, alcohol, chocolate, and cheese. Since many people commute long distances to work, the city has unpredictable weather changes, very few people exercise and eat migraine triggering foods; the town is among the worst cities for people suffering from migraines.

Osteoporosis is a serious bone disease that weakens the bones gradually. Oftentimes, patients overlook this condition until a sudden impact causes a bone fracture. With osteoporosis, a simple laugh or sneeze could lead to a broken bone. Common injuries for osteoporosis patients include broken hips, a broken wrist, or broken spinal bones. The symptoms of osteoporosis include broken bones and a stooped posture, especially for women of advanced age. Below are healthy ways to prevent osteoporosis and protect bone health: 1. Do resistance exercise Resistance training exercises involve using an opposing force like weights to strengthen the muscles. In resistance exercises, tendons pull on the bones, boosting the muscle and bone strength. These exercises will enhance your flexibility preventing the risk of falling. Examples of resistance training exercises include push ups, squats, using weight machines, and elastic resistance bands. You could also lift young children or grocery bags. Make sure to consult with your doctor on the most helpful body exercises. 2. Supplement with vitamin D While preventing osteoporosis, make sure to get some sun. Essentially, Vitamin D stimulates the absorption of calcium into the body. Therefore, strengthening the bones. Exposure to sunlight stimulates the production of Vitamin D in your body.

Eye dryness is very normal after staring at a computer screen for hours or working in dusty conditions. However, for chronic dry eye sufferers’ experience, this parched feeling can be accompanied with a series of symptoms such as eye redness, a burning sensation in the eye, feeling like a foreign object or substance is lodged in the eye, and even a mucous film that may develop in or around the eye area. These symptoms occur when your body’s natural ability to soothe and moisturize the eyes fails to provide comfort. When our tear production declines, this is a sign that something is wrong. Chronic dry eyes can be an indication that your body is lacking the proper nutrients for healthy tear production, or that your environment you’re working in is exposing you to a contributing negative factor (i.e., dust, chemicals, smoke, or lack of humidity). If you are having any of those symptoms, try alleviating them with some of the natural dry eye remedies listed below: 1. Warm eye compresses Even though these do not promise permanent results, applying warm eye compresses with a clean cotton towel bathed in clean, warm water, does prove to relax the muscles of the eye and provide temporary comfort.