When Research Is Questioned, Who Can Be Trusted?

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In each of these recent medical news reports, there is need for concern that the truth about research has not been told. Because of lack of truth about medical research, many lives are placed at risk. Most people are happy to invest money and time in research. And don't mind their tax dollars being used for finding cures, but what angers me and others, is this nonsense that's going on in some research. When we have researchers lying about their findings and misleading doctors, who depend upon their knowledge to provide patients with the best possible treatments, we should not excuse such behavior.

Listed below, are two medical news reports, that I have read within the last month or so. I have labeled them as, Case #1 and Case #2.

Since the information in Case # 2, has come out, some in the medical profession, are speaking negative  about this report, and are not willing to accept it. They are charging ahead to downplay this report. And continues to promote prostate cancer screening as before, using the same methods.

 A few days ago, someone called our home, and said, they did a prostate cancer screening test on blood that was drawn from my husband 16 days ago, and that he was at high risk for prostate cancer. She said, they had arranged an appointment for him to see the urologist he saw a few days ago, when he had his blood drawn. None of this information was true. My husband had never seen the urologist she named. Neither had he ever been at that facility. Using scare tactics, to get people to get tests, are shameful and pathetic. 

Having worked with some of the very best doctors in Urology, I knew something strange was going on. And I let her know it. Lying and using patients insurance companies, to get money, seems to be a reason behind some of our researchers motives as well as some others in the medical profession. This is inexcusable, for people to lie as this individual did.  

Who can patients believe when researchers and doctors are in conflict with one another?

Case #1 

New Discovery Shakes the Foundation of Cancer Research

Date: October 15, 2011
Posted by a medical source

The Office of Research Integrity at the U.S. Department of Health, reportedly, found that a Boston University cancer scientist fabricated his findings.  According to this report, this scientist has been ordered to retract the two journals he published  in the year of 2009. It is believed that those scientists who based their work on his findings, could now be in possession of 10 years of worthless studies.
Noted, in a commentary health source report.

The source of this information further stated, “It seems fairly evident that the cancer industrial complex is a highly lucrative, well-oiled system that tends to support funding expensive drug treatments that don't address the cause of the problem, and have yet to make a significant dent in the decrease of the overall cancer rate in the US despite investing hundreds of billions of dollars. Much of the support comes from flawed and biased "research" studies that support the use of expensive drugs as detailed in the featured articles.”

Case #2

Panel advises against prostate cancer screening
Date: October 08, 2011
Posted by news source
Media: News Report

 A government panel warned publicly, that prostate cancer screening do more harm than good. They informed, healthy men should no longer receive the tests as part of routine cancer screening.’

New recommendation:   advice healthy  men of all ages to avoid getting the routine cancer screening.

"We have been long concerned, and it has been apparent for some years, that some supporters of prostate cancer screening have overstated, exaggerated and in some cases misled men about the evidence supporting its effectiveness," said the physician of American Cancer Society in a statement. "We need balanced, truthful information to be made widely available to physicians and patients when making important health decisions."

Noted this news source.

The task force reportedly, analyzed all the previous research on  Prostate cancer screening, including five major studies, to evaluate whether routine screening reduces deaths from prostate cancer. The conclusion: There's little if any mortality benefit.

But there is harm from routine screening:  impotence, incontinence, infections, even death that can come from the biopsies, surgery and radiation, (the task force leader reportedly informed)

A  large number of men over 50 have had at least one PSA blood test, believing that that finding cancer In its early stage would lead to a cure. According to this report.

"This is not true," a medical professional, who heads a task force at a college was quoted saying.  According to my source of information, this medical professional informed, "We have put a huge amount of time, effort and energy into PSA screening and that time, effort and energy, that passion, should be going into finding a better test instead of using a test that doesn't work." 

In conclusion, the head of the task force was quoted saying the following:

The recommendation only means that doctors shouldn't bring up the option for healthy men. If a man asks for a PSA test and wants it after being informed of the evidence, he should receive it.  Further stating,  Panel advises against prostate cancer screening symptoms.

Too much PSA, or prostate-specific antigen, in the blood only sometimes signals prostate cancer is brewing. It also can mean a benign enlarged prostate or an infection. Worse, screening often detects small tumors that will prove too slow-growing to be deadly. And there's no sure way to tell in advance who needs aggressive therapy.

Since this report, there have been those who continue to want these tests done, and voicing  their support for them.
This report, leaves us with doubt about what is truth and what is false reporting on the findings of the researchers.  Should doctors be trusted to ignore the advice of the panel when they warn against using treatments that are harmful? When research is questioned, who can be trusted?

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Get Into Physical Fitness Before The Holidays!

Little Chicky by Ellen Jean Barrier

The Little Chicky video is designed and performed by Ellen Jean Barrier as a workout exercise aide to increase energy and strengthen the heart, and increase circulation in the upper and lower body extremities. It also, has illustrations and instructions techniques for relaxing exercises.

Dance and Have Fun While Burning Calories, Increase Circulation and Strengthen Your Body and learn techniques to Relax with Little Chicky

Lyrics

Little Chicky!

Shake your tail feather   (Move your hips left- to- right, and shake your body)

Little Chicky!  (STOP)

Spread your wings little chicky (Spread your arms out. Move your hips left- to- right and shake your body)

Fold your wings little chicky (Place a hand on top of the other and bring the tips of the thumbs together, and shake your body)

Come up little chicky (Take several steps forward, and shake your body)

Move back little chicky (Take several steps backward, and shake your body)

To the left little chicky (Take several steps to your left, and shake your body)

To the right little chicky (Take several steps to your right, and shake your body)

It is best to get into physical fitness, long before a holiday. Some will wait until a few days after the holiday,  to jog or try and lift a few weights. This is not a wise thing to do. It can cause the body to reject the pressure that is being put upon it, and resist. Why?

The heart, muscles, and joints, are not in the proper condition. And neither is the mental status, of such an individual. It's like getting in a vehicle and immediately, placing your foot on the gas pedal and pressing it to the floor. You will lose control and hurt yourself or someone else.

Those who don't take proper care of their health, causes damage to their body, which results in very poor health. When  sickness occurs, those who need family assistance, causes others to spend time caring for them. That often results in sacrificing time from a job or other important activities, in their lives, that they are forced to neglect. And if the sick person, doesn't have enough medical coverage, or none, others will have to pay for their medical expenses.

Eating the proper foods, drinking lots of water, fruit juices, and exercising on a regular basic throughout the year, is the best way to accomplish physical fitness, before the holidays.

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Hypertension

                                                                                                                                                                                                       

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Hypertension, can be a major threat to an individual's health, if it is uncontrolled. It can cause stroke, heart disease, and other health problems. Having the knowledge to understand hypertension and other health factors, can help one to better care for their health. Listed below, is some very helpful information that can be used in a daily plan:

Health & Physical Fitness

We must use the knowledge God has given us and realize that when we fail to eat the proper foods,  and to take care of our bodies, we put ourselves at risk to endanger our health.  In chapter eight, Nutrition: God's Way for Mankind, lists the proper foods to eat, and the kinds of exercises to do to relieve tension, and calm the nerves, and to tone the body.

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As, I noted in a recent article I wrote, our attitude has an overall influence on our health. Healthy bone marrow is very necessary for good health. Bone marrow contributes to our lymphatic system and circulatory system- thereby, resulting in a healthy immune system. An unhealthy attitude places stress on the body systems, because it doesn't allow the mind to relax in a peaceful manner. If the mind is not relaxed, it causes the body to become tense and uncomfortable.

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Gout

                                                                                                                                                                             

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Gout is a metabolic disease. The symptoms are acute, and are those of arthritis. They are noted as inflammation of the joints. This disease usually begins in the knee or foot. Some Biblical Scholars believed that King Asa suffered from a serious illness of gout. He received medical treatment for the disease, but later it took his life. It was said that his affliction was in his foot.

According to studies, Several different metabolic normalities may cause
Hyperuricemia. Excessive uric acid in blood and deposits of urates of sodium in and around joints are noted. It is recommended that those who suffers from gout, should drink plenty of fluids to prevent their urine from becoming concentrated.

Diet:
Should be well balanced and devoid of Purine-rich food.
Purines forms uric acid when broken down in the body. They are the end products of nucleoprotein digestion.
Compound: caffeine, adenine, guanine, xanthine, and uric acid.

Treatment:
* Massage and radiant energy is offered to provide some relief. A cradle to place over the feet for the bed cover to rest upon is also recommended. Painful joints can be wrapped in cotton and feet elevated on a soft pillow is also recommended to relieve some of the pain.
Medication should be prescribed by a qualified physician.

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Type 2 - Diabetes

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Type 2 Diabetes, is the most common form of diabetes. With this particular form of diabetes, the body either resists the effects of insulin or it doesn't produce enough insulin to maintain a normal glucose level. In other words, the body isn't properly metabolizing the sugar (glucose) that is needed for fuel.

Insulin is a hormone, that regulates the movement of sugar in the cells. In Type 2 Diabetes, the body is either resisting the effects of the insulin or it is simply not producing enough. If this condition is not treated, it can become a life-threatening situation.

Unfortunately, Medical Science have not discovered a cure for Type 2 Diabetes. However, they have provided somethings that can help those who have this condition, to live a healthy life style, if they use them.

Things Those with Type 2 Diabetes Can Do:

1   Get Medical Care
2. Take Diabetes Medication or Insulin
3.  Follow their Food Guide
4.  Exercise

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Spread & Symptoms of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Written by Ellen J. Barrier

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) are diseases that can be transmitted  to other human beings by Sexual behavior (anal, oral or vaginal) an infected person can spread the infection to others without actually showing signs of the disease.  

Other Names for Sexually Transmitted Diseases:

Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)

Venereal  Disease (VD) 

A sexually transmitted disease (STD), also known as a sexually transmitted infection (STI), or venereal disease (VD), is an illness that has a significant probability of transmission through sexual behavior.

Diseases & Related Conditions:

          Bacterial Vaginosis - an infection which symptoms include an odorous vaginal discharge. The vaginal odor may be fish like, and grey in color.

1    Chlamydia - Chlamydia is a silent sexually transmitted disease, caused by Chlamydia trachomatis bacterium. The disease can  affect about three quarters of women and half of men without them knowing they have it.  Parts of the  body  infected:  rectum, urethra, eyes, liver, throat and lungs. In worst cases, it can cause infertility.

        Gonorrhea- a disease affecting the sex organs that is passed on by sexual contact.

    Hepatitis Viral - a group of viral infections that affect the liver . The most common types are Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C.

 Viral hepatitis, is the leading cause of liver cancer and the most common reason for liver transplantation. An estimated 4.4 million Americans are living with chronic hepatitis; most do not know they are infected. About 80,000 new infections occur each year.

Herpes (Genital) – a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus. It affect the genital and anal regions with painful blisters.

There is no cure for herpes. Treatment can reduce symptoms and decrease the risk of transmission through sexual contact.

HIV/AIDS & STDs: (C.D.C Report)

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection- More than 100 types of HPV exist, more than 40 of which can infect the genital area. Most HPV infections are asymptomatic, unrecognized, or subclinical. Oncogenic, or high-risk HPV types (e.g., HPV types 16 and 18), are the cause of cervical cancers. These HPV types are also associated with other anogenital cancers in men and women, including penile, vulvar, vaginal, and anal cancer, as well a subset of oropharyngeal cancers (404). Nononcogenic, or low-risk HPV types (e.g., HPV types 6 and 11), are the cause of genital warts and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis. Asymptomatic genital HPV infection is common and usually self-limited; it is estimated that more than 50% of sexually active persons become infected at least once in their lifetime (405). Persistent oncogenic HPV infection is the strongest risk factor for development of precancers and cancers.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) - PID occurs when certain bacteria, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea, move upward from a woman's vagina or cervix (opening to the uterus) into her reproductive organs.

 Syphilis- Signs and symptoms of syphilis include a firm, round, small, and painless sore on the genitals, anus, or mouth, or a rash on the body, especially on the palms of the hands or the soles of the feet. Syphilis is easy to cure in its early stages.

Trichomoniasis-The infection often has no symptoms although women are more likely than men to get symptoms. You may notice an unusual genital discharge.

Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is easy to cure.

Without treatment, trichomoniasis can increase a person’s risk of acquiring HIV.

Other Transmittable Diseases:

Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV) -  LGV (Lymphogranuloma venereum) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by three strains of the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. The visual signs include genital papule(s) (e.g., raised surface or bumps) and or ulcers, and swelling of the lymph glands in the genital area.  LGV may also produce rectal ulcers, bleeding, pain, and discharge, especially among those who practice receptive anal intercourse.

Pubic Lice Infestation   ("crab") - Pubic lice infestations  are usually spread through sexual contact.

Pubic lice typically are found attached to hair in the pubic area but sometimes are found on coarse hair elsewhere on the body; eyebrows, eyelashes, beard, mustache, chest, armpits, etc.

Scabies - The most common symptoms of scabies are intense itching and a pimple-like skin rash. The scabies mite usually is spread by direct, prolonged, skin-to-skin contact with a person who has scabies.

Scabies can spread rapidly under crowded conditions where close body contact is frequent. Institutions such as nursing homes, extended-care facilities, and prisons are often sites of scabies outbreaks.

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Sicknesses and Diseases

Ellen J. Barrier

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The Cause of Sicknesses and  Diseases  
From: The Price We Must Pay For Our Father's Sins: Part 2
Filled with Medical knowledge from the study of Microbiology and Scriptures from the Bible, that identifies the cause of both sicknesses and diseases.  The reader will also discover how sicknesses and diseases entered into the world, and how germs enter into the body; types of infectious diseases and their symptoms.

Title: The Price We Must Pay for Our Father's Sins
Copyright© 1997

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Authors: George C. Barrier Sr., & Ellen J. Barrier
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In Honor of Someone Who Died of Cancer

    In honor of someone who died of cancer, survived, or who is fighting against it.

                                                                   Sonja Cain Barrier

Stupid cancer. We all want a new car, a new phone. A person who has cancer only wants one thing... to survive. I know that a lot of you "who think you're too cool" probably won't re-post this. But a very little amount of my friends will. Put this on your wall in honor of someone who died of cancer, survived, or who is fighting against it.

"In memory of my mother Wanda, my sister Donna, mother-in-law Lee, father-in-law Roy, Aunt Alma, Aunt Pat, Uncle Tom, Cousin Anne, Cousin Pat and many more" and "To the survivors, myself, my sister Cyndy, my sister Sheryl, my niece Whitney, many other friends who are fighting right now."

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Endometriosis

Ellen J. Barrier

Endometriosis is a condition whereby an ectopic endometrium is located in various sites throughout the pelvis or in the abdominal wall.

Medical Terminology:

Endometriosis  Direct __  invasion of the myometrium by the mucous membrane lining the uterus.

(adenomyoma  of the wall of the uterus ) is a tumor containing glandular and smooth muscular tissue.

Endometriosis Transplantation__Endometriosis taking place within an abdominal incision scar following pelvic surgery.
Endometriosis Metastatic__ Extraperitoneal lesions resembling metastatic pelvic carcinoma. 

Endometriosis Peritoneal__Endometrial tissue found throughout the pelvis


Endometritis
This is an inflammation of the endometrium, produced by a bacterial invasion.
Symptoms: (acute) pain in the lower back and abdomen, constipation, sterility,
dysmenorrhea (painful or difficult menstruation) menorrhagia (excessive bleeding)
bloody discharge (a scant amount is seen in chronic endometritis)


Medical Terminology:
Endometritis Cervical __Inflammation of the inner portion of the cervix uteri.
Endometritis Decidual__ Inflammation of the mucous membrane of a gravid uterus.
Endometritis Dissecans__ Endometritis accompanied by the development of ulcers and shedding of mucous membrane.
Endometritis Puerperal__Acute endometritis following the birth of a child.

 *Acute__ the pain is sharp, having a rapid onset, severe and is of a short course.


Endometrium
The mucous membrane lining the inner surface of the uterus. It is supplied by two types of arteries: straight arteries and spiral arteries.
The straight arteries supply the third (basal layer) of the endometrium.
The spiral arteries supply the spongy and compact layers of the endometrium.
Changes are noted in response to hormonal stimulation, during menstrual cycles. They begin with the onset of menses (between ages 10 and 17 which is thought to be normal) ending at menopause.

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Recipes For a Healthy Diet

Ellen J. Barrier

Having a good exercise program, and eating proper nutrition, can help maintain a healthy body. Listed below, are some helpful things for you, to reach your daily goals for good health. We have an outstanding program to assist you step by step, with some experts in nutrition and physical fitness. They have prepared a daily menu, products, nutrition, exercises and videos, for you.

Chicken Enchiladas

2 chicken breasts, bone-in, skin removed
12 corn tortillas, fresh if possible
Light or fat-free sour cream
1 cup low-fat queso fresco, like Casique
Salt to taste
2 T Chicken bouillon granules (or enough to make 1.5 cups of broth)
Sauce:
20 tomatillos
1 cup of cilantro, including stems
One large white onion
2 cloves garlic
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1-2 jalapenos, to taste

Directions:

1. Boil the chicken in salted water with one half of the onion and one clove garlic, sliced in half. Boil for about 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked throughout and juices run clear.
2. Use a large sauté pan to roast the tomatillos, remaining half onion, and jalapenos on the stovetop over medium-high heat for about 8 minutes per side or until browned on the top and bottom and warm throughout.
3. Combine tomatillos, onion, jalapenos in a blender with cilantro, garlic, salt, and chicken broth. Work in batches to blend all ingredients until smooth.
4. Pour blended sauce into pan used to roast the vegetables and simmer while completing the remaining steps.
5. Shred the chicken and set aside.
6. Dip one tortilla in the warm sauce so it is completely covered, and place on plate. Put shredded chicken inside and fold the tortilla over. Top with 2 T additional sauce,  2 T of queso fresco crumbles, and 2 T light sour cream.
7. Serve immediately.            

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Stress and Suicide

Ellen J. Barrier

Stress is a mental or emotional pressure within the mind. Whether caused by the loss of a loved one, job, relationship, marriage, or other reasons, most likely, every individual will experience some form of stress in their lifetime. The most important thing is to be able to identify the cause, and know how to deal with it. To have knowledge of something, makes it a lot easier to understand how to approach it. This is why, I have  listed some stress related illnesses and their symptoms.
                                           
Depression:
(a mental state characterized by  dejection, lack of hope and absence of cheerfulness.)
There are several forms of depression. Listed below are the symptoms.


Symptoms of depression:

Worrying
Low energy level
Low sexual interest
Forcing oneself to get things done
Irritability
Poor concentration
Feeling hopelessness
Depressed  moods
Difficulty sleeping

Anxiety
(to be troubled by a sense of fear or dread to one's mental or physical well-being.)
Anxiety Neurosis
(manifested when an intact personality without  an organic disease being present  in the body, experiences the following symptoms: palpitation of the heart, heart pain, dyspepsia, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, cold, sweaty, tremulous extremities, constriction of the throat, band like pressure about the head.


Symptoms of Anxiety

Worrying
Irritability
Fear for no reason
Panic attacks
Pounding heart
Frequent headaches
Trouble Sleeping
Restlessness
Poor concentration
Indigestion
Dizziness

Source of information:
How to Trust God When All Other Resources Have Failed
There are other related forms of depression noted in this book; Psychosis and Manic. Also, the types of Schizophrenia are discussed. I share an experience with my readers from my early childhood memories, one which shows the connection of stress and suicide in this particular case.
If stress isn't controlled, it can lead to psychological and physical harm.

Title: How To Trust God When All Other Resources Have Failed

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Health & Spirituality/Adultery

Ellen J. Barrier

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Marriage is honourable  in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

Hebrews 13:4 (K.J.V)

1.   Webster's New World College Dictionary:

       whoremonger- a man who has sexual intercourse or associates with whores.

2.   New International Version:
      Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure,
      for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral.                                                              

*Root word: Whore-–noun 1. a woman who engages in promiscuous sexual intercourse, usually for money; prostitute; harlot; strumpet. – verb (used without object) 2. to act as a whore.

 Note:  Being that some males as well as females, perform a service,  whereby they are paid for sex,  number  l, in the definition should  say, an individual  who engages in promiscuous sexual intercourse. 

I.   God’s Laws for Marriage:

a.     Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery

         Exodus 20:14 (K.J.V)

b.     Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor’s house, thou shalt not covet thou neighbor’s wife,
         nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox nor his ass, nor anything
         that is thy neighbor’s.

          Exodus 20:17 (K.J.V)

II.   The Damage Caused by Adultery:

a.     To engage in extra-marital affairs can cause transmittable diseases to spread
        to others.

b.     There is a danger of causing physical harm to others due to unfaithfulness in
        a marriage.

c.     It destroys trust and weakens the relationship between the husband and wife.  

d.     Destroys relationships with family members.

     There have been  incidents, where a spouse  found out about an affair between their spouse and another individual - either killed the two individuals or one of them.

Often times, it breakup families –the ones who suffer the most are the children. They have to learn to live without both parents in the same home, watching them grow, and doing things with them, the way marriage was designed by God, to be.

Teachers are able to see the negative affect of an extra-marital affair on a student. It interferes with academic performance in school.  It is never just between the husband and wife. It is between the husband, wife and children.

God’s Example for Parents:

For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgment; that the Lord may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him.  Genesis 18: 19 (K.J.V)

God’s Promise to Men & Women:

Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that ye may boldly say, The Lord is my helper and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.

Hebrews 13:5, 6 (K.J.V)

Note:  More than likely, every marriage will face the temptation, to submit to an extra-marital affair. None of us are immune to temptations. However, there is a stiff penalty to pay. God will not accept the notion, this is something that we can't control.

Title: The Price We Must Pay For Our Father's Sins  __  (thriller)
 by Ellen J. Barrier

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Sleep Apnea

Ellen J. Barrier

Sleep Apnea, is a serious condition to many like myself, who have experienced it.
This is a condition that robs an individual of their sleep. And can be life threatening. It can cause death to occur during sleep. Not only does this condition occur in older individuals, it occurs in the very young. In the young, it is oftentimes called nightmares.

Apnea as pertaining to breathing, is the cessation of breathing, usually of a temporary nature. It may result from reduction in stimuli, to the respiratory center as in over-breathing, in which carbon dioxide content of the blood is reduced; from failure of the respiratory center, to  discharge impulses as occurs when the breath is held voluntarily. Or during Cheyne-Stokes Respiration.

This condition should be taken seriously, especially, in those who have medical conditions such as arteriosclerosis, meningitis, coma, heart and kidney diseases, and brain injury, when a concussion has resulted.

Apnea has been noted in perfectly healthy children, and in people of older ages during sleep. Which is why it got the name “Sleep Apnea“. The symptoms are characterized by a gradual increase in breathing rate, until it ends in a gasp followed - by a gradual decrease until respiration ceases, then it begins again. Also, respiration can gradually increase in force and frequency and then suddenly cease.

Another name for apnea, is Respiration Cheyne-Stokes. Breathing in which respirations gradually increase in rapidity and volume until they reach climax, then gradually subside and cease entirely for 5 to 50 seconds, then they begin again. It is usually a forerunner of death, but may last for several months or a few days. This type of respiration is not necessarily associated with disease. It is observed in normal persons during sleep, especially older people. And has been noted in some people while visiting areas of moderately high altitude.

From my very own experience with sleep apnea, I know that during periods of stress, or fatigue, the attacks will become very frequent and severe. I found  a way to keep the attacks at minimum, and moderate, by exercising & relaxation. And learning how to deal with stress. 

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Autism

Ellen J. Barrier

 According to a recent report on autism, there seem to be an increase in the number of cases detected.
" It's not clear whether this is due to better detection and reporting of autism, a real increase in the number of cases, or both,"  the author of the report, informed. There is no cure for autism,  although, early treatment can  help.

Autism is a disorder of neural development characterized by impaired social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior. It is one of a group of serious developmental problems called autism spectrum disorders or (ASD). Parents who have children with this disorder, can help educate our society regarding symptoms, and how best to care for children with ASD.   In The News: July 4, 2011 Researchers in California suggest environmental factors may play a larger role in triggering autism than was previously thought.  Report 08/13/2011 How to Help Eliminate the Hidden Enemy that Triggers Autism "A new scientific review reveals there are a host of peer-reviewed, published theories that show possible connections between vaccines and autism. The author of the review, Helen Ratajczak, did something that no one else has apparently bothered to do -- review the complete body of published science since autism was first described in 1943."  http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/08/13/new-scientific-review-shows-vaccines-and-autism-are-linked.aspx

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