Articles tagged with disease
Do you think pharmaceutical companies want us sick?
I read a quote somewhere which said that there is no #profit in #death and there is no profit in #health either. So #pharmaceutical companies want to keep people sick and dependent on #medicines. They keep churning out medicines that take
Article Review: "The Return of Measles" by Seth Mnookin
This short article, which first appeared in the Boston Globe Magazine in 2013, did not foretell the recent Disneyland measles outbreak, but anyone reading it could have seen something like this coming, sadly. What makes measles most frightening, according
The Hunger Games: Books vs movies
It is quite rare that I like a movie better than the book but watching #Hunger-Games made me change my opinion. When I first read Hunger Games trilogy, I found the story interesting but Suzanne Collin’s writing style rather mediocre when comp
Glen Campbell's Generous Final Act
You don't have to be a country music fan, or even a fan of Glen Campbell, to appreciate the courage and generosity of spirit that was demonstrated by a man diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease to take his show on the road. After being diagnosed with Alzheim
Another day, another hospital
I am getting considerably fed up of hospitals and doctors now. Today had an appointment for the youngest so at least it wasn't me getting prodded but no mother wants to see her children suffer - no real mother should that say. Sometimes lately it feels as
6 Myths about Arthritis and Joint Pain
One of the most common forms of #arthritis is called #osteoarthritis (OA) and comes from wear and tear of the cartilage that cushions the joints. This happens usually either after an injury or when you get older. More than 27 million people in the United S
You Will Always Be Remembered Dear Nanny
Forever Goodbye Dear Nanny Yesterday, while browsing and scrolling down my FB page, I have noticed the messages status of one in my friends list. He thanked his aunt for the love and care she has given them and ended it with rest in peace. It's co
