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E Coli Infections Can Come From Multiple Infected Foods


E Coli is found in people's intestines and can live or get passed to other people. There are many different strains of this bacterium. Not all strains are harmful, but some can ..

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Heart Failure Is a Serious Problem Across America


Heart failure is a serious problem in America, and it’s becoming more common every year. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart failure ..

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Defibrillation Can Be Crucial During Heart Related Emergencies


Defibrillation is an emergency treatment to bring the actions of the heart muscle back into coordination. Atrial fibrillation occurs when the upper chambers of the heart do not function ..

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Nerve Pain Is a Specific Type of Pain That Can Affect People Differently


Nerve pain, often referred to as neuropathic pain, develops when the nerves that carry perception to the nervous system are damaged by a health issue. It is a distinct kind of pain ..

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Glaucoma Causes Damage to the Optic Nerve


Glaucoma is a medical condition that affects the eyes. When people have glaucoma, they have damage to their optic nerve. A healthy optic nerve is one of the most important things you ..

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Bursitis Can Affect Any of the Many Bursa Sacs in the Body


Once the inflammation or irritation of a bursa happens, bursitis occurs. A bursa is a closed sac full of fluid and cushions the body tissues, such as bones, tendons,  muscles, and ..

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