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Breakthroughs in Transplantation Cell Therapy for Parkinson's Disease The use of stem cell therapy for Parkinson's disease has been investigated for over six years now, beginning with a demonstration that simple injection of rodent adult stem cells in rats could relieve the symptoms of Parkinson's. The research has come a long way since then, and recent breakthroughs mean that widespread stem cell therapy for Parkinsons may be closer than previously thought. Use Improved Brain Function To Climb Corporate Ladder, Not Cosmetic Surgery The job market is becoming increasingly competitive, and alarmingly, a large number of people fear that their appearance will cost them their job. We examine this idea, and find that it is much better to improve your brain function to improve job security, than spend your money on facial cosmetic surgery or other cosmetic hospital procedures! Omega 3: The Natural Therapy for ADD, ADHD and Bipolar ADD and ADHD have been controversial diseases since their identification in the 1970s. However, there is now a natural therapy for these conditions, which has little if any attached controversy. Omega-3 fatty acids have recently been shown to make a significant improvement in symptoms, with no side effects of cognitive decline or decreased brain function. The Most Common Food Risk for Developing Cancer The causes of cancer are so numerous that it is difficult to remember what is safe to eat, wear, use as a personal hygiene product and drink, and what should be avoided. However, one common food item has been identified in so many studies that Thailand cancer centers are advising that skin cancer and breast cancer patients largely avoid it. How much of this cancer causing substance do you eat? Green Tea - The Magic Bullet For Dental Problems, Cancer and Diabetes When it comes to medical research, it is difficult to know what to trust! Chocolate and coffee are now good for you, while red meat, once the pinnacle of natural health, is a risk factor for cancer. However, green tea is one thing that nearly all experts agree on! We look at several of its health uses, including reducing diabetes symptoms and creating cancer survivors. Can Breast Cancer Heal Naturally? Cancer therapies can be hard, intensive work, both physically and emotionally. It is every cancer patient's dream to find that their disease had regressed spontaneously. New research suggests that some people may be cancer survivors without knowing it; that Thailand breast cancer treatment and other types of cancer treatment may actually not be necessary. We examine whether this is true. Another Reason To Get On The Treadmill: Obesity and Cognitive Decline Linked Obesity is a condition which is widely recognized to have the greatest health impact of any of our body characteristics that are within our control. There is now another impact to add to the list - recent studies have shown that obesity impacts on both cognitive decline and brain function, and atrophy of the temporal lobe, which has been implicated in Alzheimer's disease. Treatments for Stroke: Looking Forward and Looking Back Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. It is associated with cardiovascular disease, which is globally a bigger killer than any other condition or cause, including war, famine, and cancer. Her we look at stroke recovery and treatments, including new advances like stem cell therapy for stroke, and older mechanical treatments, like stents. Where Do Stem Cells Come From? Stem cell research has been a fast growing area of scientific study, with stem cell therapies for stroke and other injuries and diseases now available. However, many years after the original discovery of stem cells only in embryonic tissue, while scientists now know much more about them, the public is less informed. We look at where stem cells come from. New Links Between Aging, Cancer and Stem Cells There has been an extremely important discovery in the understanding of how the human body ages, fights cancer and regenerates itself - yes, this is only one discovery! Four genes that are essential in the fight against cancer have also been found to have key roles in regulating the body's own stem cell therapy and in the aging process. We explain. The Truth About Mobile Phones and Brain Cancer If you are feeling confused about the health effects of mobile phones, and their possible links to brain cancer, you are not alone ... and you should be! Most scientists are as confused as the general public. Studies have been inconclusive - however one uniting theme has been that in order to be on the safe side, you should curb your mobile phone use. We look at the evidence either side. Diet Soft Drink And Its Risks To Your Brain It is ironic that the use of a product meant to enhance our health, the artificial sweetener, is actually harming it. It has been widely publicized in recent years that aspartame, a sugar substitute found in diet soft drinks, and marketed alone as Nutrasweet and Equal, can actually impair brain function and cause tumours, migraines and seizures. New Tool Helps Women Detect Breast Cancer Early It is estimated that one in nine women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime, and while regular cancer checkups by experts are always recommended, there is no substitute for easy, accessible breast self-examinations. A new glove has been developed to help women detect even small changes in their breast tissue, and is expected to greatly increase the number of cancer survivors. Chocolate for Heart Health Chocolate manufacturers have been quick to jump on the bandwagon of those claiming that chocolate is actually good for you. While it is true that hospital heart centers recommend some chocolate intake for cardiac bypass surgery patients, the truth is much less brown and white than the ads would have you believe! We look at the ways that chocolate can benefit your health, as well as harming. The Importance of Vitamin Supplements to Cancer Survivors Cancer has become so prevalent in our society that it is a metaphor for itself - anything that is insidious, invasive and chronic is referred to as a cancer. While we are still trying to reduce the cases of child cancer, heart cancer and breast cancer, and increase the number of cancer survivors, researchers are making some headway to improving the quality of life for those battling the disease. The Emerging Medical Tourism Markets Now Competing With The Big Players Medical tourism is moving from a new fad in medical treatment to an established practice in both remedial and preventative medicine. The big international medical tourism players have long been hospitals in Bangkok, Singapore and India, yet some emerging medical tourism markets are offering niche services that better suit some clients. Garlic Extract For A Healthy Heart Heart disease kills hundreds of thousands of people every year, worldwide. However, many of the fixes are lifestyle-oriented, where immediate intervention is needed. Cardiac hospitals in Thailand and heart care centers in Thailand are now advocating the use of aged garlic extract to acute heart disease patients, after recent research found that it has an inhibitory effect on heart disease. Six Steps To Preventing Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a growing problem worldwide, affecting men as well as women. The disease gets less recognition than cancer or heart disease, but can have a significant impact on your quality of life as you age. Thailand hospitals and bone joint surgery facilities in Thailand have come up with a series of six steps that you can take to help prevent osteoporosis. Heart Bypass or Stent - Which Is Better? Heart disease is one of the most common causes of death worldwide, and as its prevalence in Western society mounts, there are increasing numbers of people having cabg surgery at hospital heart centers for blocked arteries. However, the newer procedures in the area are not necessarily better, according to a recent study. Five Reasons To Go Overseas For Medical Care The natural caution that we feel regarding our bodies and medical care is one of the last barriers to medical tourism - and word of mouth, better regulations and great communication systems are eventually breaking this barrier down. We look at how you can save money, have a better recovery, and take a well-earned break at hospitals in Bangkok to Bangalore, all while getting top notch medical care. Comparing Bangkok's Top Two Hospitals Medical tourism is a booming industry in South East Asia, where technology and skills are growing quickly, and cost of living is still much lower than in the West, leading to much lower medical costs for Westerners; even when travel costs are added into the equation. Thailand is one of the most popular destinations, and this article should help you decide between the country's top two hospitals. Employers Make Savings With Medical Tourism Private patients are discovering the benefits of being a medical tourist - going overseas to have their surgeries, either life-saving/-improving, and simple health check-ups and everyday procedures like childbirth and vaccinations. Now, employers are doing the same, and the Thai medical industry, along with hospitals in Thailand, India and Singapore, gaining in popularity and esteem. Gene Therapy New Treatment Option For Arthritis Sufferers Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful condition in which the body's own immune system attacks the joints. Sometimes extreme measures like joint replacement surgery are required. However, a new gene therapy has been identified that may help in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. What Women Know About Breast Cancer Treatment Options Worldwide, breast cancer is more common than any other cancer in women, and in studies counting both sexes, is the second most common cancer in the world. Breast cancer is often treatable, however a multitude of different options, all with different impacts on a woman's life, are available. What do women know about breast cancer treatment options? Eating Broccoli Reduces Risk Of Heart Attack Heart disease is one of the biggest killers of both men and women worldwide. In the Western world it is the number one cause of death in many countries. However, our knowledge of the causes and treatments of heart disease improves every year, and researchers have recently been able to add broccoli to their list of substances which can prevent patients ending up in hospital heart centers. Arabic Countries Discover The Benefits Of Medical Tourism Medical tourism is one of the fastest growing trends in the West, as cost of living pressures rise and unexpected medical expenses become harder and harder to meet. The Arabic world has recently discovered the benefits of this new trend at hospitals in Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur and Mumbai, as reported in several major Arabic newspapers. Range And Level Of Medical Services In Thailand There is a wide range of medical services in Thailand to offer to those seeking various up-to-date standards. Also, the price range for different services are considerably cheaper than a lot of other countries while the quality is frequently so high that hospitals are credited with ISO 9001 approval. Medical Consultation In Bangkok Medical consultation in Bangkok includes specialized centers that come complete with the most contemporary diagnostic and treatment methods. They also have specialists ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, neurology to cardiology, and ophthalmology to treatments for sports-related injuries. Japanese Medical Services in Thailand Since 1970 Japanese medical services have been actively working in Thailand. As a consequence, there is strong collaboration between the two countries in the field of medical services. Therefore, all necessary services including interpretation are provided to ensure the line of service rendering is vigorous. Surgical and Nonsurgical Programs and Packages This is gladdening news for patients to know that there is a vast variety of surgical and nonsurgical programs and packages available for providing medical treatment. They were forced upon the hospitals by various government establishments and insurance companies to make sure there is not any difference in various surgeries' costs performed in different hospitals of the country. Expat Hospitals in Bangkok Render Quality Services If you are planning to receive medical service from a hospital in Asia, there will be few better choices than expat hospitals in Bangkok. The expat hospitals in Bangkok generally rank highly. They operate 24 hour emergency service with specialist physicians to provide treatment in emergency situations. Reason to Choose Overseas Medical Treatment Overseas medical treatment offers the availability of a wide variety of services particularly with foreign patients in mind. There are numerous reasons to choose overseas medical treatment like the price on offer, quality service, variety of services, reliability of medical services, and even medical tourism. Thailand Hospitals with International Standards Thailand is without any doubt set to scale even higher peaks in medical excellence if they continue to keep their medical care standards. There are more than a dozen of Thailand hospitals with international standards offering top-rated service to patients. For this reason, Thailand is one of the hottest destinations for medical tourists all around the world. Health Care System in Thailand A lot of countries around the world could benefit by analyzing health care system in Thailand and the innovations created in it. Thailand has caps to safeguard the government's interest while providing the environment for competition based on service. This is exactly why they are so successful in setting up an affordable health care system in Thailand for people from all levels of the society. Where to Find Emergency Hospital Treatment in Bangkok Bangkok is prepared to receive and treat patients from anywhere in the world with the most up-to-date equipments and services as well as many medical centers and hospitals providing emergency hospital treatment. What Are Excellent International Medical Standards? Looking for medical treatment away from your home country can be physically and emotionally draining for you and your beloved ones. International Medical Standards are specifically developed keeping this in mind. What are the Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation? In general cardiac rehabilitation increases the long-term standard of your life. Quite often patients who go through cardiac rehabilitation realize that their overall quality of life has improved. International Medical Tourism in Thailand Private health care in the west continues to be very expensive and lot of people hope that Thailand will provide cost-effective solutions to their medical problems. 'Generation X' has assumed charge and their legacy is to realize a world where government 'interference' in free market and health care is at an unprecedented low extent. The International Hospitals in Bangkok Hospitals in Bangkok generally provide excellent facilities for their patients. Apart from the top-class facilities offered to patients of local origin, most hospitals cater to foreign patients and are all set up for that.

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