Katie Diane Mcgaughey MSW, LSW

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• Do I Have the Flu?

  The flu is a contagious viral infection that commonly occurs during the fall through spring. Understanding the symptoms of the flu will help in getting medical attention at an early stage, so that an individual can be cured within a shorter period of time. Understanding that you have the flu and...

• Ringworm of the Body and Scalp

  IntroductionDermatophytes are fungi that get nutrients from keratin for growth. They usually affect the skin, nails, and hair. The species that commonly invade the keratin are those that belong to the genus Trichophyton, Epidermophyton, and Microsporum. Fungal infections produce ring-like...

• Can Appendicitis Affect the Large Intestines?

  The AppendixUnderstanding the location of the appendix in the abdomen will help us understand how appendicitis can affect the organs in proximity to it. The appendix is found in the lower, right abdomen; with one end attached to the large intestine or the caecum. The function of the large intestine...

• Constipation as a Symptom of Parkinson’s Disease

  The medical world, as of today, still questions the cure and the cause of having Parkinson’s disease (PD). However, several treatments, surgeries, and therapies are present to aid PD patients. Earlier studies have proved that the said illness occurs due to the nerve cells dying in the brain,...

• Gummy Bears That Contain Xylitol Can Reduce Cavities

  A new study has shown that gummy bears made of xylitol, a sugar substitute, can prevent cavities in children. In this study, 154 students from first to fifth grade of an elementary school in Washington were recruited. The students were given four gummy bears made with xylitol or malitol three times...

• Is Mumps Contagious?

  Yes, mumps is a highly contagious infection caused by a certain virus known as paramyxovirus. Though mumps isn’t a very serious condition, it might cause potential complications in children and young adults.Mumps is prevalent in children aged over 1 year who haven’t received MMR vaccinations....