
“Economy class syndrome” is a headline that was used to describe a case of an acute pulmonary embolism, which occurred on a commercial passenger flight. However, this name may not really be appropriate as an embolism may occur in passengers in business, first class, or other modes of transport. It occurs as a result of being seated for long periods of time, a more appropriate name would be traveler’s thrombosis.

The death of an Australian woman on board of an airplane, as a result of a condition categorized as "Economy Class Syndrome" caused many airlines to begin to be proactive in educating passengers. Thus manuals and guidance were developed to ensure traveler safety, and help prevent diseases or acute episodes that may occur as a result of prolonged flights of more than 3 hours. The non-profit airhealth.org reports that 3-5% of passengers may become ill during, or after the flights as a result of a condition referred to as deep venous thrombosis (DVT). This condition does not only apply to economy class passengers, as it can happen to first class, business class, and even pilots, although to a lesser extent.

Chronic arthritis is a category of diseases that can cause disability, and among the different types of arthritis there is one that afflicts many young adults. It is a type of arthritis that usually strikes the bones in the spine and nearby joints. This is known medically as “spondyloarthropathy.”

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by significant proliferation of the joint lining. This lining will spread and eventually destroy the bones and joints.

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Time passes and our bodies change. The loss of muscle, bone and fat under the skin, along with changes in collagen and elastin, is making fine lines and wrinkles more dramatic.

Good nutrition is critical to overall health and well-being. Malnutrition is common among the elderly. In developed countries, around 15% of the elderly are malnourished.

Have you ever experienced pain in your feet or heels early in the morning when you first got out of bed and step your feet on the ground? If so, you may start to have plantar fasciitis or heel pain.

When suffering from cancer, patients often worry and wonder how to take care of themselves. Living life is not overly complicated or much different from before, but what's important is understanding, intention, care, and not to worry excessively. This is in order to ensure the treatment is effective and life can be lived fully.