The term homeopathy comes from the Greek words homeo, meaning similar, and pathos, meaning suffering or disease. Homeopathy seeks to stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself by giving very small doses of highly diluted substances. This therapeutic method was developed by German physician Samuel Christian Hahnemann at the end of the 18th century. … Meaning of the term ‘homeopathy’ »»

Calcium prevents recurrence of colon cancer more effectively in people with higher levels of vitamin D than in people with lower levels, reports a new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (2003;95:1765?71). … Calcium and Vitamin D Act Together to Prevent Colon Cancer Recurrence »»

There are five key points of homeopathy, also known as homeopathic medicine. … Key Points of Homeopathic Medicine »»

A Florida nurse is the second health care worker to die of a heart attack after being vaccinated against smallpox, and an additional 10 people have experienced heart inflammation and chest pain, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday. … Heart inflammation problems cause worries for smallpox vaccination program »»

Here ar six things people diagnosed with hepatitis C want you to know about their illness:

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What is a hemangioma?

A hemangioma is a type of birthmark. It is the most common benign (non-cancerous) tumor of the skin. Hemangiomas may be present at birth (faint red mark) or may appear in the first months after birth. A hemangioma is also known as a port wine stain, strawberry hemangioma, and salmon patch. … Vascular Malformations and Hemangiomas »»