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Under ideal conditions it can divide every 20 minutes; a single cell can become over a billion in less than 10 hours!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNevertheless, E. coli can also escape the confines of the human and animal intestinal tracts and cause both urinary and serious abdominal infections. And of course, certain strains (such as the infamous O157:H7) can cause food poisoning as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough E. coli outbreaks have been attributed to a variety of causes (such as unpasteurized milk and contaminated water) undercooked ground beef is among the most common causes. Contamination typically occurs at the slaughterhouse, when cattle’s internal bacteria are inadvertently brought into contact with the beef’s surface. The grinding process then distributes the bacteria throughout the beef, where it is more likely to be undercooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause E. coli contamination requires very few bacteria, contaminated meat looks and smells normal. 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Once he and his friends show up you're in for a pretty lousy time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn about his weaknesses so you can avoid unwanted encounters. Unique sympathy gift for a sick person and an educational way to say get well soon and feel better.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flu, a.k.a. influenza is a respiratory infection caused by strains of orthomyxoviridae. The word \"influenza\" comes from the Italian word for influence – back when the stars were thought to influence the start of an epidemic!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery year 5% - 40% of the population gets the flu. Fortunately, most people recover completely in a couple of weeks. Even more, fortunately, since there are only about a dozen different flu viruses, vaccines have been developed that can be up to 90% effective in preventing infection in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese vaccines, or \"flu shots,\" are best taken in the fall before the flu season starts, since it can take several weeks for them to become fully effective. (However, since eggs are used to make the vaccines, people who are allergic to eggs should not get the shots.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1918, before there were any vaccines, there was a worldwide pandemic of Spanish flu. Twenty million people were killed. 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How about a million barrels worth and 2.5 billion heartbeats! Your heart is only about the size of your fist and 10 ounces, but it accomplishes quite a lot in your lifetime. Get your heart pounding with our incredible plush Heart organ. The perfect way to say \"I Love You!\" Get pumped for this educational, medical get well soon gift. Perfect for post-surgery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e The heart has long been considered the center of the body, the seat of life, will, and emotion. Every culture in history has recognized its essential role in sustaining life. The Egyptians believed the heart to be the center of life and mortality. The ancient Greeks believed it held the soul and the source of body heat. 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Tired? This little guy rides the tick-express straight to your favorite outdoor spot. A great reminder to check for ticks, teaching tool, or gift for someone who's been hit in the bullseye.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACTS\u003c\/strong\u003e: First identified in the 1970s in the United States near Lyme, Connecticut, Lyme Disease is now one of the most commonly reported tick-borne illnesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"std\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium was identified as the cause of the disease in the early 1980s, though DNA-analysis of rodents and ticks in museum collections demonstrates that the bacterium has existed for centuries, if not millennia. Blacklegged ticks (or deer ticks) pass the bacterium from small animals to humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough common symptoms include aches, fevers, and fatigue, the signature symptom is an expanding, bull's-eye rash (or EM, erythema migrans). Typically, the rash spreads out from the site of the tick bite, appearing anywhere from a few days to a month after the bite. As the rash grows, the origin fades leaving a ring that resembles a bull's-eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the signature rash is present and tick-exposure is presumed, antibiotic treatment is recommended. However, the rash develops in only 80% of cases, so where symptoms and tick-exposure warrant further medical examination, laboratory testing is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntreated, Lyme disease can lead to arthritis, facial paralysis, meningitis, and even cognitive disruptions such as memory loss and mood changes. 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Surgical wounds and insertion-points for catheters and feeding tubes are common infection sites, as well as nasal passages and urinary tracts. However, MRSA is beginning to spread to the general population and typically is found in groups with pre-existing medical conditions or where a high degree of skin-to-skin contact is customary, such as prison populations, athletic teams, and military recruits. But while the immune system in healthy individuals can usually ward off an MRSA infection without the aid of antibiotics, MRSA in the infirm can be life-threatening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best way to prevent the spread of MRSA is simple attention to hygiene, particularly hand-washing. 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It is most common just after eating a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther than chest pain, common signs and symptoms of acid reflux may include bloating, burping, nausea, wheezing, difficulty swallowing, unexplained weight loss and the sensation of a lump in your throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is chronic acid reflux. Mild acid reflux that occurs at least twice a week, or moderate to severe acid reflux that occurs once a week is considered to be GERD. Factors that may contribute to cases of GERD include obesity, smoking, lack of exercise, certain medications, and a condition called hiatal hernia in which there is a hole in the diaphragm. Dietary choices can also lead to acid reflux such as eating large meals, not having enough fiber in your diet, or ingesting too much salt, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol, soda, or juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGERD is also very common, affecting up to 20% of all adults. Although prevalent, this disease is often misunderstood and unrecognized. It is usually treatable, and serious complications can occur if it is not properly treated. Most people can manage the discomfort of chronic acid reflux with diet and lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications. 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It is the most common chronic disease among children. On the rise and often underdiagnosed, asthma afflicts over 200 million people globally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACTS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAsthma is a chronic respiratory disease that affects people of all ages. It is the most common chronic disease among children. On the rise and often underdiagnosed, asthma afflicts over 200 million people globally. Asthma causes inflammation of the airways that carry oxygen in and out of the lungs. Airways become sensitive to allergens and other irritations, swelling and leading to asthma attacks. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest tightening and shortness of breath. A severe attack may cause the airways to close so much that organs don’t get enough oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent types of asthma are triggered by different factors. Allergic asthma is set off by pollen, mold, dust mites, animal dander or other allergens. Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction occurs when playing sports or exercising. Other types include adult-onset, occupational and non-allergic asthma. While there is no cure for asthma, symptoms can be controlled with medication and a management plan. Quick-relief medicines increase airflow and stop symptoms when they occur. Long-term controller medications are taken daily to prevent symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsthma often starts during childhood. Those at highest risk are young kids who have respiratory infections, allergies, eczema or parents with asthma. Adults can develop asthma from contact with industrial chemicals or dusts. Scientists think there are both genetic and environmental factors involved in the onset of asthma, but the exact causes remain a mystery. The hygiene hypothesis is one fascinating area of research. The modern world’s emphasis on cleanliness and sanitation has reduced childhood infections, which is mostly a good thing. 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As your body breaks down old bone and rebuilds it with stronger material, some bone matter is lost. Osteoporosis is the condition when bones become weak and are more susceptible to breaking. Worldwide, osteoporosis affects hundreds of millions of people and causes nearly 10 million fractures annually. For those over the age of 50, this occurs in 30% of women and 20% of men.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you break a bone, medical professionals will immobilize it with a cast or brace until it heals. There are also many modern procedures to reposition shifted bones. In ancient times, however, the techniques were a lot rougher. A surgeon would use his hands to push fractured parts back together. Fragments that pierced through the skin were simply pushed back into the body or extracted. Of course, this was done without any pain killers. 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But many coughs, particularly in young children, are caused by microbes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the common cold and flu viruses can cause ordinary coughs (which can often be relieved with humidifiers and cough syrups), B. pertussis bacteria cause “whooping cough,” a serious cough that can go on for over 6 weeks. Coughing spells, up to 40 a day, can last over a minute and often end with a “whoop” of gasped air. While in older children and adults the risks are generally slight, small children can suffer oxygen deprivation and turn blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortunately, the DPT (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis) vaccines have hugely reduced incidents of whooping cough, particularly in young children. In countries where vaccination is common practice, whooping cough fatalities have declined from tens of thousands a year to a few dozen. Whoop-ee!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut don’t whoop it up: the vaccine wears off over time. Although reported cases of whooping cough in industrialized countries are now very low, it is believed that a significant number of adult coughs may actually be whooping cough. 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They cause pounding throbbing pain. Migraines, along with tension and cluster headaches, occur without any clear reason and are not due to known, underlying body problems. Too many sufferers do not receive a proper diagnosis and treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"short_dec_ul\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"short_dec_ul\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFACTS: \u003c\/strong\u003eHeadaches are one of the oldest known neurological disorders. The severity and causes of headaches vary widely. Biology is complicated, with over 100 different types of headaches, each with its own set of causes, symptoms, and treatments. The most common types are migraine, tension, cluster, hormone, and sinus headaches. Some are caused by illness or the environment. Despite their prevalence and a lot of research into their causes and cures, headaches still challenge the medical community. It is unclear what turns on the mix of signals between your brain, blood vessels, and nearby nerves. It is clear that headaches are painful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMigraines are an intense debilitating type of headache that afflict millions of people. They cause pounding throbbing pain. Migraines, along with tension and cluster headaches, occur without any clear reason and are not due to known, underlying body problems. They can last for hours or even days. Attacks may occur monthly, weekly, or even daily, dominating one’s life. Too many sufferers do not receive a proper diagnosis and treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with pain, symptoms may include sensitivity to light, noise, or smells, loss of appetite, and upset stomach. One enduring mystery of migraines is the connection between the pounding headache and bizarre alterations in perception and sensory symptoms, such as visual disturbances called an aura. There are new drugs, lifestyle strategies, and treatments that will hopefully head off the scourge of migraines. 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When they make contact, they form a living network inside the bone that can exchange nutrients and waste. They can also communicate about which parts of the bone are being stressed and need to be strengthened – as well as determine which parts should be left to decay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis may create a glimmer of hope: as osteoclasts begin resorbing the bone matrix, the material covering the osteocytes is reduced. However, as bone stresses are constantly shifting, bones are typically remade, strengthening them and dooming the osteocytes to their fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, under certain circumstances, the resorption rate of the osteoclasts exceeds the bone-formation rate of the osteoblasts, which can result in osteoporosis. This general weakening of the bones is of particular concern to women when their estrogen levels drop after menopause (though the reduction of testosterone levels in men can also provoke increased osteoclast activity). 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While many people dismiss their aches and stiffness, it is vital to accurately diagnose arthritis as early as possible. This will help control the disease and improve outcomes. 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Stones may develop when the urine becomes concentrated, which allows minerals to crystallize. Tiny stones should pass through the urinary tract on their own. But larger ones can get stuck, blocking the flow of urine and causing severe pain. More men than women get kidney stones, but they can be equally painful for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pain from kidney stones, like any pain, is just information perceived by the brain. Of course, this is information you would prefer not to have. The stones usually cause no permanent damage if they are diagnosed early on. There are several types including uric acid stones, struvite stones, cystine stones, and the most common, calcium stones. If you are feeling on the rocks with pain so severe you cannot sit, don’t visit a geologist, rather see your doctor. 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