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Health & Fitness > Pediatrics Explaining Munchausen by Proxy: 2 of 7
Munchausen's Syndrome is named after a German, Baron von Munchausen, who became famous for his preposterous, imagined exploits. A person with this syndrome commonly makes claims of illness or injury to the extent of requiring hospitalization. Munchausen's by Proxy Syndrome (MBPS) is a serious form of abuse, usually of a young... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Biography: Julius Caesar: 2 of 7
"I had rather be first in a village than second in Rome." Thus spoke Julius Caesar, the man who would become first in Rome, as its consul for life and upon whom was bestowed the prestigious title, " Pater Patriae" Father of the Nation. Gaius Julius Caesar was born into an influential Roman family, in 100, or 102 BC, a time w... More..
Travel > France Touring Provence, France: 3 of 10
There can be few more beautiful or more varied places in the world to tour than Provence, in the south-east of France. It offers a superb Mediterranean coast with lovely beaches, dramatic mountains and quaint villages in the hills. It is a region steeped in history and culture and a tour of Provence could be more than simply ... More..
Health & Fitness > Brain & Nerve Conditions Parkinson's disease: Symptoms and treatment: 3 of 10
In the USA almost 1 million people presently live with Parkinson's disease and there are about 50,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Although the disease itself has little effect on life expectancy, it can seriously affect the quality of life. CAUSES The actual cause of Parkinson's disease is the weakening and breakdown of ... More..
Health & Fitness > Cancer Prostate cancer treatment: 3 of 10
You've been aware of the symptoms and you feel that you are emotionally prepared, but it's still a shock to receive confirmation that you do, indeed, have prostate cancer. Very likely, you will have found out all you can about possible trearments for your condition, of which there are many. All options should be considered an... More..
Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss Grief: Coping with the death of a child: 23 of 76
How many times do we say goodbye' and never really think about what we are saying? When I was a child I had a friend who never, ever left the house without kissing her parents and saying, "See you soon!" I wish that had been a custom in my family.That day, there was no warning, no premonition of what was in store for us.We'd ... More..
Health & Fitness > Pediatrics What every parent should know about scabies: 5 of 15
Every parent should make themselves acquainted with all there is to know about scabies because it is a very contagious condition that spreads like wildfire in communities like schools, where there are a lot of children.Scabies is a condition caused by microscopic mites getting onto the skin where they burrow down. Once under ... More..
Health & Fitness > Cancer Symptoms and treatment of breast cancer: 4 of 12
It is important for all women to make themselves aware and alert to the symptoms of breast cancer. Symptoms can vary a great deal and the warning sign isn't necessarily a lump. Women should make a regular self-exam at least once a month so that they become familiar with the normal look and feel of their breasts. They will the... More..
Health & Fitness > Mental Illness Comprehending self injury: 3 of 9
If you haven't met with it before, it is very hard to understand self-injury. You might even be disbelieving that such a condition does exist and if your introduction to self-injury is through a close friend or family member, then your shock may be hard to overcome. What exactly is self-injury or deliberate self-harm synd... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Care Oatmeal baths for itchy skin: 3 of 9
An oatmeal bath is simply prepared and a pleasant remedy for a number of common complaints. Itchy, irritated skin caused by eczema or insect bites for example is torment; it's hard to resist the urge to scratch and almost impossible to stop children from scratching. This carries the risk of infecting the skin and causing furt... More..