The Black Death is commonly known as the plague. It has three forms: bubonic plague, pneumonic plague and septicemic plague. The plague had its beginnings in the 14th century and has killed millions of people. It remains a threat in some parts of...
An epidemic refers to a disease that spreads quickly and furiously from person to person, infecting more people in a given region than anticipated. When an epidemic crosses states and spreads globally, drugs for mass treatment are necessary, the...
Doryx is a trade name for doxycycline, a member of the tetracycline antibiotic drug group. Doxycycline is active against a variety of bacteria. It is useful for treating a diverse array of infections from acne to the plague. Some bacteria have...
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines key terms used in the discussion of pandemic diseases: "A disease epidemic occurs when there are more cases of that disease than normal. A pandemic is a worldwide epidemic of a disease." Scientific...
Four Thieves Vinegar is a traditional folk remedy originally used to boost immunity and protect people from the bubonic plague. Modern science suggests that the Four Thieves Vinegar solution may have been successful in warding off illness due to...
Nobody likes ingrown hairs. They block and clog your pores, lead to further bacteria infections and become a significant skin irritant that shows itself as a little red bump or a razor bump. Certainly, ingrown hairs can be a plague but, if you...
Unwanted hair can plague all areas of the body from your face to your back. Having unwanted hair on the face, stomach or hands can be uncomfortable, especially for women. Hair growth is triggered as you sexually mature by male hormone caused which...
Communicable diseases are diseases transmitted between people, from animals to people, or from inanimate objects to people notes the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. Many different types of communicable diseases exist, with varying degrees...
When you experience rapid weight loss, sometimes the skin doesn't snap back to where it was. Sagging skin can plague both men and women in the arms, stomach and thighs. Decreasing your body fat percentage and increasing muscle mass can help...
Cellulite can plague both men and women on areas like the abdomen, arms and thighs. Fat deposits that rest underneath the skin's surface cause the orange peel or dimpling appearance. Coenzyme Q10 is produced by the body to aid cell function....
Skin with a dimpled or orange-peel appearance can plague the abs, thighs, arms and butt of both men and women. Cellulite is caused by an accumulation of fat that pushes up against fibrous cords that connect to the muscles, causing an uneven...
Ear infections have a variety of names: swimmer's ear, otitis and acute ear infection, to name a few. But no matter how your ear infection is classified, it has the same symptoms. Pain, ringing in the ears, nausea and even hearing loss can plague...
Blemishes and scars are embarrassing and can cause self-consciousness. They can plague any skin type and and occur for a variety of reasons -- burns, acne, puncture wounds and cuts are some of the most common. These used to take time and patience...
Acne is characterized by a variety of skin lesions that can plague men and women, young and old. While more serious acne forms like cysts and nodules require dermatological intervention, some forms like whiteheads and blackheads can be treated at...
If having bad credit is preventing you from making big purchases, don't give up hope just yet. Some of the issues that plague your credit score may be errors that you were never responsible for in the first place. By learning how to improve your...
Thieves oil is a medicinal remedy with origins in 15th century Europe. Although this mixture of essential oils is safe for many people, because it contains rosemay oil it may be dangerous for people who have high blood pressure. Talk to your...
Saggy skin can plague men and women on their thighs, arms and stomach. Having saggy skin can be unpleasant and cause self-consciousness about revealing clothing like shorts or tank tops. Factors like pregnancy and rapid weight loss can contribute...
Static is a common plague of fabrics fresh from a drying machine, but when these fabrics come in contact with your hair, the electric charge can be transferred to it. This can cause wild hair spreading in all directions. Static can quickly ruffle...
Low-back and spine pain are some of the most common chronic injuries to plague the adult population. Fortunately, inversion tables offer a noninvasive way to relieve low-back pain and avoid surgery, according to a 2006 study conducted by Newcastle...
A state of good health and well-being depends largely on your weight and eating habits. Unfortunately, losing weight can be harder than it sounds. Even if your desire is stronger than it has ever been, you might find yourself struggling day by...
Love handles or fat rolls can plague the midsections of both men and women. You can use fitted undergarments to try to hide your rolls, but this is only a temporary fix. The way to get rid of rolls is by increasing lean muscle and losing fat all...
Skin is the largest organ in the human body. As the body's external barrier, skin comes into contact with a host of parasites that live on and thrive off of it. Some of these parasites are passed from person to person through touch, while others...
The English traditional ballad, "Scarborough Fair," mentions parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme. Centuries ago, this herbal compound was thought to prevent plague, as noted in an article by Global Security, a think tank organization. Long before...
Abortion can be an elective or sometimes a medically necessary procedure. Society often underestimates the emotional problems that plague the would-be mothers and families following an abortion, according to "Introduction to Maternity and...
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 443,000 deaths occur each year from cigarette smoking. The Surgeon General states that cigarette smoking is "the single greatest avoidable cause of disease and death." This same report...
Acne breakouts and the scars they leave plague both men and women of all ages. Though the exact cause of acne is unknown, the National Institutes of Health states that doctors believe it's the result of fluctuating hormones, environmental...
Approximately 29 percent of adult Americans report getting less than seven hours of sleep each night, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. With the average amount of sleep needed ranging around seven to nine hours, as recommended...
Acne can plague teenagers as well as adults who experience hormonal changes. It can show up all over the body from the face to your back. Blackheads are a form of acne that is caused by dirt, oil and bacteria clogging the opening of the hair...
Whether you worked extra hard at the gym or you've been doing heavy yard work around your home, tired, sore muscles can plague your body, especially in the days following the work. Tired muscles are typically the result of general overuse. When...
Yellow fever, or American plague, is an acute viral disease leading to many deadly epidemics in its history. Learn about yellow fever, including treatment options, in this health video.
Rashes can show up on the skin for a variety of reasons, any many treatments are available. Learn about common rashes from a doctor in this video on skin care.
