Gary Lewis LSW

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• Breast Cancer Death Rate Has Dropped Dramatically in the US

  The results from a 2015 breast cancer study are in, and the news is great!The study shows there is a 39% lower death rate in the US from breast cancer. And that there has been a steady decline of such deaths since 1989. The reduction in breast cancer-related deaths is reported to be the result of...

• Autism and Its Additional Complications

  Since autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, there are a variety of different symptoms. Different children with ASD will have different reactions, symptoms, and complications on different levels. Typically, autism impairs social and communication skills; however, the...

• What to Expect After an Adenoidectomy

  What Are Adenoids?The adenoids are found in the upper back part of the mouth known as nasopharynx. You cannot possibly see adenoids through the nose. They are more like the tonsils. They also produce white cells which help fight harmful germs that get into the body through the nose or the mouth....

• Testicular Cyst

  What is a testicular lump?A testicular lump is an abnormal mass in the testicles. Testicles are present in the scrotum and they are an egg shaped organ. The production of sperm and testosterone is the main function of the testicle. Either in one or in both of the testicles the lump may be there and...

• How Can I Get Rid of Stretch Marks?

  Stretch marks are pink or purple streaks that appear on the skin, especially in the abdomen, thighs, upper arms, and back. This is very common in pregnant women, but may also be seen in people who gain weight, or a sudden growth during puberty. The color of the marks may gradually fade to white or...

• Foods to Eat While Pregnant

  What you eat when you are pregnant matters, as this is the source of nutrients for the growing baby. There is an increased need of proteins and calcium for the growth of tissues and bones in the fetus. Extra folic acid in the diet will prevent the risk of neural tube birth defects and will also help...