Cancer

The mesothelium is a membrane that covers and protects most of the internal organs of the body. It is composed of two layers of cells: One layer immediately surrounds the organ; the other forms a sac around it. The mesothelium produces a lubricating fluid that is released between these layers, allowing moving organs (such as the beating heart and the expanding and contracting lungs) to glide easily against adjacent structures.



Working with asbestos is the major risk factor for mesothelioma. A history of asbestos exposure at work is reported in about 70 percent to 80 percent of all cases. However, mesothelioma has been reported in some individuals without any known exposure to asbestos. Although reported incidence rates have increased in the past 20 years, mesothelioma is still a relatively rare cancer. About 2,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed in the United States each year. Mesothelioma occurs more often in men than in women and risk increases with age, but this disease can appear in either men or women at any age.



Treatment for mesothelioma depends on the location of the cancer, the stage of the disease, and the patient's age and general health. Standard treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Sometimes, these treatments are combined.
Surgery is a common treatment for mesothelioma. The doctor may remove part of the lining of the chest or abdomen and some of the tissue around it. For cancer of the pleura (pleural mesothelioma), a lung may be removed in an operation called a pneumonectomy. Sometimes part of the diaphragm, the muscle below the lungs that helps with breathing, is also removed.
Radiation therapy, also called radiotherapy, involves the use of high-energy rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Radiation therapy affects the cancer cells only in the treated area. The radiation may come from a machine (external radiation) or from putting materials that produce radiation through thin plastic tubes into the area where the cancer cells are found (internal radiation therapy).
Chemotherapy is the use of anticancer drugs to kill cancer cells throughout the body. Most drugs used to treat mesothelioma are given by injection into a vein (intravenous, or IV). Doctors are also studying the effectiveness of putting chemotherapy directly into the chest or abdomen (intracavitary chemotherapy).
To relieve symptoms and control pain, the doctor may use a needle or a thin tube to drain fluid that has built up in the chest or abdomen. The procedure for removing fluid from the chest is called thoracentesis. Removal of fluid from the abdomen is called paracentesis. Drugs may be given through a tube in the chest to prevent more fluid from accumulating. Radiation therapy and surgery may also be helpful in relieving symptoms

Nature

Nature, in the broadest sense, is equivalent to the natural world, physical world or material world. "Nature" refers to the phenomena of the physical world, and also to life in general. It ranges in scale from the subatomic to the cosmic

Travel

Dubai Wild Wadi Water Park



Dubai - the world

Dubai - palm

Dubai - towers

Dubai- desert safari

Kruger national park, Johannesburg, South Africa

Take a half-day private tour with a qualified Egyptologist guide exploring the East Bank of Luxor. You'll see two of the most impressive temples in Upper Egypt - Karnak and Luxor, while learning about ancient Egyptian history from your own personal guide.

The big travel trends this past year were a big jump in travel to both Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. There’s been a lot of press recently about the Dominican Republic, and it’s safe to say that the Dominican Republic is now firmly on the radar of many travelers to the Caribbean. Puerto Rico has seen a similar bump in popularity, driven in part from the looser passport requirements (American citizens don’t require a passport to visit, since it’s a U.S. Territory).
The other big trend? The ongoing popularity of Jamaica and the Bahamas (especially Nassau). We’re also pleased to see St Lucia and St Maarten make the list again this year.

Chocolates- Sinfull?

Did you know chocolates contain alkaloids which has physiological effects on the body, and if eaten in moderation can help lower blood pressure. Cocoa and dark chocolate benefit the circulatory system. Other beneficial effects suggested include anticancer, brain stimulator, cough preventor and antidiarrhoeal effects. A study reported by the BBC indicated that melting chocolate in one's mouth produced an increase in brain activity and heart rate that was more intense than that associated with passionate kissing, and also lasted four times as long after the activity had ended.

Crazy Bathrooms

Imagine unwinding at the end of a long day in these elegant, modern style bathrooms. Soak up the heat from the bathtub. From the warm color of the painted walls to the satiny texture and soft finish of the ceramic tile and the hardwood, everything about this space is welcoming.

Health & Wellness

Some tips:
Make sure you are aware of your family members’ medical histories in regards to genetically-transmitted conditions such as heart disease, cancer, high cholesterol and diabetes. It’s important to take notes and keep the information on hand for your personal reference and to share it with your doctor. It will also be useful for your children later on.

Feeling tense? Take five minutes to massage your shoulders, arms, hands, and even feet, to help yourself relax. Use your fingers to poke, stroke, and prod your shoulders, arms, and feet—you can even make a fist to apply more pressure. For hands, massage each finger using the opposite hand. Repeat as often as needed!

When doing hot yoga, be sure to wear the proper clothing. Avoid baggy clothes or items made of 100% cotton, as they will stick to your body as you work up a sweat. Look for yoga wear that will dry quickly, are lightweight, breathable and sweat-wicking. Fabrics such as rayon or a cotton/spandex blend are your best bets as they will help you to stay comfortable as you move from pose to pose.

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