What is COPD?

Image is from Awareness Days Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a very serious lung disease that causes breathlessness and can make breathing difficult. It is actually the combination of two diseases. The first is chronic bronchitis, which causes the...

What is Down Syndrome?

Down syndrome is a genetic problem that occurs before birth and results in a set of mental and physical traits that last a lifetime. The abnormality arises from a cell division error which leads to an extra 21st chromosome. The error is usually referred to as...

Catch The Signs of Cancer Early

No matter how healthy you are, it is important to be aware of the early signs and symptoms of cancer. This will enable you to prevent it or treat it as early as possible if you happen to have cancer. Moreover, your doctors can have solid information on your condition....

Causes and Risks of Heart Disease

Causes and Risks of Heart Disease Heart disease (also called Coronary heart disease) is the leading cause of death among adults in the USA. Learning about its causes and risk factors may help you prevent heart problems. What Causes Heart Disease? Heart disease...