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Health
Health is the level of functional and/or metabolic efficiency of an organism at both the micro(cellular) and macro(social) level. In the medical field, health is commonly defined as an organism's ability to efficiently respond to challenges (stressors) and effectively restore and sustain a "state of balance," known as homeostasis. Another widely accepted definition of health is that of the World Health Organization (WHO), which states that "health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity"
Men's Health Men and women share many of the health problems discussed here, such as heart disease and high blood pressure, and the advice given on leading a healthy lifestyle applies equally to both sexes. Certain conditions, including erectile dysfunction, testicular problems and prostate disorders are, however, specific to men. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among men in the United States. 1 in 3 men can expect to develop some major cardiovascular disease before the age of 60. Heart disease: Heart disease claims more men’s lives than any other disease. One in five men can expect to die from heart disease before they are 75 years old. High blood pressure: High blood pressure (hypertension) is a major risk factor for heart disease. If you have high blood pressure over a long period of time, you are more likely to suffer a heart attack, stroke or kidney failure. The first thing to do is have your doctor check your blood pressure. Cancer Information: Cancer is not one disease, but rather many related diseases. Cancer is typed according to the part of the body where it is located and the kind of cells that comprise it. The most common types of cancer cells and their locations. Carcinomas, Sarcomas, Lymphomas, Leukemias, Myelomas
Men's Health: Keys to a Healthy Life Eat Healthy "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." There's more truth to this saying than we once thought. What you eat and drink and what you don't eat and drink can definitely make a difference to your health. Maintain a Healthy Weight Those who are overweight or obese have increased risks for diseases and conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Eat better, get regular exercise, and see your health care provider about any health concerns to make sure you are on the right track to staying healthy. Get Moving For adults, thirty minutes of moderate physical activity on most, preferably all, days of the week is recommended. It doesn't take a lot of time or money, but it does take commitment. Start slowly, work up to a satisfactory level, and don't overdo it. Be Smoke-Free Health concerns associated with smoking include cancer and lung disease. Smoking triples the risk of dying from heart disease among those who are middle-aged. Manage Stress Perhaps now more than ever before, job stress poses a threat to the health of workers and, in turn, to the health of organizations. Be Safe - Protect Yourself What comes to mind when you think about safety and protecting yourself? Is it fastening seat belts, applying sunscreen, wearing helmets, or having smoke detectors? It's all of these and more. Women's health The woman's body is wonderfully complex and delicate. However, multiple roles as the mother, daughter, wife, homemaker, wage earner can be physically and mentally quite taxing. As a woman, you might share some common health risks with men, such as heart disease, but because of your special reproductive role, you are at risk of some distinctly female disorders. Symptoms of Pregnancy For a woman having a regular monthly cycle, the earliest and most reliable sign of pregnancy is a missed period, or sometimes women who are pregnant have a very light period, losing only a little blood. Other signs are: * Feeling sick, not necessarily in the morning, but at any time. Menstrual Disorder PMS consists of various physical and/or emotional symptoms that occur in the second half of the menstrual cycle, after ovulation. It is characterized by premenstrual discomfort in the lower abdomen and back, and in the breasts. All these features precede the period by a week or ten days. Fortunately, a woman obtains relief when her menstrual period begins |
